The MBA(Advanced)(MLM) is designed to provide both existing and potential middle and senior managers with high level management knowledge and expertise in an international context. Besides applying business principles, such as management and finance to the maritime and logistics industries, a strategic perspective to international issues relating to ports and supply chains provides industry focused learning outcomes. With a focus on an applied approach to these critical industries, centred on strategic and analytical thinking, a unique educational experience is provided. The degree aims to produce inter-culturally competent graduates who are able to contribute substantially to senior decision-making to maintain and enhance the sustainability of these industries.

An undergraduate degree of an Australian higher education institution or the equivalent standard in any other institution and at least two years' work experience 1.; or, A Graduate Certificate in Maritime and Logistics Management; or, A professional qualification such as a Certificate of Competency as a Master Class 1 (Unlimited) or Engineer Class 1/Chief Engineer (Unlimited) and at least two years' work experience If a first degree or professional qualification is not held, candidates may apply to the Department of Maritime and Logistics Management for consideration as a candidate. These applicants are assessed on their work experience, current managerial responsibilities and any other qualifications; a GMAT assessment may be required. NOTE: An applicant lacking the requirement of at least two year’s work experience will normally need to complete J5N before being admitted to 27C. In some instances, however, students may be admitted directly to 27C but will still need to successfully complete all four units in their first semester of enrolment (i.e. the equivalent of J5N) in order to be allowed to continue in the course. International students with English as a second language will need to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0.