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List 2024

Notes:

  1. Ranking is based on relevant postgraduate study areas regardless of departmental structures, eg University of Melbourne includes Melbourne Business School, UNSW includes Australian Graduate School of Management, etc.
  2. Student numbers and % domestic based on DESE Completions for postgraduate Management and Commerce coursework for the most recent year available. Excludes Universities with < 40 Domestic Completions.

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Synergies between industry and academia are proving vital in arming executives and middle managers for the evolving global economy.

University-industry collaborations, targeted short courses help shape future of business

Exciting partnerships between universities and industry, along with carefully curated practical short courses, are proving pivotal in helping imagine the future for critical sectors of the economy.

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Studying a flexible MBA is an attractive choice for those looking to get ahead, build their knowledge and enhance their career.

An MBA: a stepping stone to becoming a business leader

Ambitious professionals who are interested in moving into managerial roles are increasingly using a master of business administration (MBA) as a catalyst for getting there.

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Alumni recognise Curtin University’s MBA course for its flexibility and focus on practical, real-world learning.

Upskilling underpins career continuum

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Six ways my MBA paid for itself

It can be hard to know whether the financial cost of the qualification will be worth it. Luke Shanahan has the benefit of hindsight.

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October

Melbourne Business School dean Jenny George.

Research is the secret sauce behind reputation and success

Producing new knowledge is critical to an institution’s global standing, as Research category winner the Melbourne Business School demonstrates.

  • Julie Hare

Macquarie leads the pack for Career Impact

Macquarie Business School, the winner of the Career Impact category, says students need to plan their futures from day one.

  • Christopher Niesche

This is the top business school for the third year in row

University of New South Wales has been named The Australian Financial Review BOSS Best Business School for 2024, just ahead of University of Melbourne.

  • Sally Patten
No Limits Perth works closely with local schools to support people in need during major holidays. Chairwoman Janine Wood is in the middle. 

This is what my MBA taught me about management

In this MBA, each assignment was based on real-life projects, helping this chairwoman put learning into practice at the not-for-profit No Limits Perth.

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Monash Business School head Simon Wilkie says industry partnerships and a sharper focus on “social impact” have helped Monash cement its position as one of Australia’s best business schools.

Business schools adopt ‘partnership mindset’ to boost reputation

Leaders in the Reputation category are giving students more opportunities to solve real-world problems for major employers such as Oracle and Microsoft.

  • Euan Black
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Edith Cowan University business and law school Executive dean Maryam Omari.

The best school for teaching takes a strategic, caring approach

The winner of the Teaching category has hired talent from around the world and established partnerships with many global institutions.

  • Alexandra Cain
Prospective business school students should think hard about what they want out of their investment in time and money.

Think hard: the best choice might not be the most obvious one

When it comes to choosing the right degree and right school, what is the best decision for one person might not translate to the next.

  • Julie Hare

How we ranked the business schools

BOSS Best Business Schools showcases the strength and depth of schools across diverse institutions.

  • Tim Brown

Do you really need an MBA? Or will a mini master’s do the trick?

Deciding whether to undertake an MBA or take a shortcut will ultimately depend on where you want to end up in your career.

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Carbon Logica managing director Scott Barker says studying an MBA at the University of Queensland helped him scale his business.

How this exec used his MBA to secure projects worth $21m

Scott Barker’s MBA from the University of Queensland helped him scale his business – but not in the way he had imagined.

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Thirst for knowledge driving growth in MBAs

Diving into a full-length MBA can be daunting, so some business schools are now offering short courses to meet varying demand.

  • Megan Breen

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UNSW leaps to top in rank for excellence

A mix of sandstone and non-sandstone universities make up this year’s finalists in the quality category.

  • Alexandra Cain
AFR education editor Julie Hare.

Why one university stands out

University of South Australia leads the ‘upstarts’ on the move.

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UNSW, led by Professor Chris Styles, is named AFR BOSS Best Business School for the second consecutive year.

This is the top business school for second year in row

University of New South Wales wins close fight with University of Melbourne that widens the gap over the rest of the field.

  • Sally Patten

This uni tops ladder for career outcomes

Canberra University business school ranks highest in the career category by staying abreast of changing needs.

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Professor Nick Wailes is Dean of the Australian Graduate School of Management at UNSW.

This uni says social impact is key for reputation

Business schools believe putting an increased emphasis on contributing to society will boost their reputation ranking.

  • Christopher Niesche

Ian Harper passes the MBS baton to former dean

After more than 30 years of being connected with Melbourne Business School including the last five years as dean, Ian Harper is passing on the baton to former dean and CEO Jenny George.

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Moya Dodd.

The Matilda who waltzed into an MBA

Former Matildas star Moya Dodd is one of many prominent Australians who have undertaken an MBA to help move into new roles or prepare for more senior positions.

  • Christopher Niesche
Joe Bryant used his MBA from the University of Queensland as a launching pad for his aerospace business, Aeromech.

How this CEO used an MBA to join the space race

MBA’s can be a useful tool for corporate leaders looking to transition into becoming a business founder and owner.

  • Alexandra Cain

Small schools hold their own in rankings

Edith Cowan and Bond universities match it with the big business schools for excellence.

  • Sian Powell

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