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Australian Graduate School of Management popularly known as AGSM @ UNSW Business School is postgraduate management and business school that is part of the University of New South Wales. AGSM is accredited by 5 independent international bodies including AACSB International and EQUIS. The graduate school also boasts of partnerships with more than 100 elite business institutions. AGSM ranks in the top 100 for MBA programs by QS and Financial Times (UK) rankings. Also, Executive education programs rank 1st both in Australia and globally.
AGSM offers 14 courses Full-Time, Part-Time, and Online for MBA. The applications for the same open in October. Tuition fees for these courses can range from 21,180 AUD to 86,925 AUD. The minimum cost of living in Sydney accounts for 23,000 AUD. In order to gain admission at AGSM, the minimum English language requirements are achieving an IELTS score of 7.0 overall or equivalents. Only MBA Full-Time students have to submit at least an average GMAT score of 660.
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Highlights
| Type | Public |
| Campus Setting | Suburban |
| Application Portal | Apply Online |
| Application Fees | 125 AUD (nonrefundable) |
| No of partnerships | 100+ |
| No of programs | 14 |
| Average GMAT score required | 660 |
| Alumni count | 17,000 |
| Basic Tuition Fee for International students | 60,000 AUD |
| Cost of Living | 23,000 AUD (minimum) |
| Mode of Program | Full-Time, Part-Time, Online |
| Test Scores Accepted | IELTS, TOEFL and equivalent |
| Financial Aid | Scholarships available |
| Official Website | https://www.unsw.edu.au/business/agsm/about-us |
Australian Graduate School of Management Ranking
- AGSM ranked in the top 100 Full-Time MBA programs in the World according to The Financial Times 2021 at 79th position.
- It is the only program after Melbourne Business School (ranked at 87th) to make it at FT’s Top 100.
- It has world rank #4th for MBAX, AGSM’s online MBA (QS online MBA Ranking 2021)
- It has world rank #10th for MBAX, AGSM’s online MBA (Financial Times UK 2021)
- Ranked within the Top 50 worldwide for MBA from AGSM (QS Global MBA Rankings, QS Global Executive MBA Rankings 2021)
- Ranked within the Top 50 worldwide for MBA Executive Program from AGSM (Financial Times Executive Education Global Rankings 2021)
Australian Graduate School of Management Campus
AGSM is a part of the University of New South Wales and is located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney. The Kensington leafy campus provides academic facilities and world-class infrastructure.
- Students in UNSW have access to multiple on-campus facilities like The Roundhouse & The Whitehouse which caters to food, music, drink, and events; UNSW Bookshop for textbooks, UNSW merchandise, reading material; medical, health, and counseling; food and retail outlets; sport, gym, & fitness; legal advice; childcare; postgraduate lounge at the arc; religious center; and the Nucleus.
- The Library at UNSW helps to provide resources and study spaces to help with academic studies. Apart from borrowing books, library services include printing, copying, and scanning, study spaces, group meeting rooms, computers, and touchscreens.
- UNSW has over 300 clubs and societies which includes UNSW Business School affiliated societies.
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Australian Graduate School of Management Residence
Students living on the campus can choose accommodation either in colleges or apartments. There are some off-campus options affiliated with UNSW which are 10 minutes away from campus.
- Students can fill up the application form on the Resident portal with an application fee (waived for 2021). There are options to select for the order of preferences. In some cases, students also have to submit a referee form and appear for an interview.
- The colleges like Basser, Philip Baxter, Goldstein, Colombo Hall, and Fig Tree Hall are furnished with mattress protector, king size single bed and mattress, wardrobe, rubbish bins, desks & chairs, set of drawers, ceiling fan, and a pinboard. Facilities include a coin-operated laundry, WiFi, catered meals (except Colombo Hall), BBQ on the rooftop, cultural & sporting programs.
- UNSW Hall is the economical option single bed and mattress, mattress protector, wardrobe, set of drawers, desk & chair, pinboard, and rubbish bin. The basic facilities comprise WiFi, gas, electricity, water, 24 hours campus security, and cleaning fortnightly.
- Apartments are available both on and off-campus. They have each room furnished with a bed, a sofa in the living room, desk & chair, and wardrobe. Also, every apartment has a stove, refrigerator, and vacuum cleaner. The three apartment options are flatmate (Barker Street), stylish (University Terraces), and family (High Street).
Australian Graduate School of Management Programs
AGSM offers 14 courses which include 3 MBA, 5 Online MBA, and 6 graduate certificate programs. The applications for these programs open in October.
- Short courses are held for two to three days with a fee (paid through credit cards, AmEx, Mastercard, EFT, or Visa). The payment for the programs is due eight weeks before its commencement.
- AGSM provides international study options in association with more than 30 elite international business schools in the countries of Asia, the UK, Canada, Europe, and the USA. These programs are:
- Traditional Exchange for AGSM students
- Global Network for Advanced Management Opportunities (applications open on June 14-18 and October 18-22)
- Joining AGSM on Exchange
The tuition fees for all the programs are mentioned below:
| Program | The total estimated cost of the program (in AUD) |
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| MBA Full-Time | 86,400 |
| MBA (Executive) | 86,925 |
| MBA (Change) / MBA (Technology) / MBA (Finance) | 59,760 |
| MBA (Social Impact) | 66,060 |
| MBA (Law) | 63,930-65,010 |
| MBA (Medical Technology & Pharmaceuticals) | 53,460-65,340 |
| LLM MBA (Law) | 82,020-83,100 |
| Graduate Certificates | 19,920-21,180 |
Australian Graduate School of Management Admission
Admission at Australian Graduate School of Management has many requirements. The AGSM Full-Time MBA takes only 60 students in an intake and the competition is fierce. Thereby to gain admission, a candidate must demonstrate excellent skills throughout their application.
Application Portal: Apply Online
Application Fee: 125 AUD (non-refundable)
Application Deadline:
- MBA: August 1, September 1, October 1. November 1 (Term 2)
- MBA (Executive), MBAX, LLM MBA (Law) & Graduate Certificates: July 26, 2021 (Term 3)
Entry Requirements
- GMAT score for Full Time MBA (as of 2020 is 686)
- Work Experience (two years of professional or managerial work)
- Detailed CV/Resume
- Assessment Criteria
- Academic Ability
- Transcript/s equivalent to Australian undergraduate degree
- Referee Reports
- Proof of Identity (photo page of Passport)
- Statement of purpose
English Language Requirements
- IELTS Academic: 7.0 (6.0 in every sublet)
- TOEFL iBT: 98 (25 in writing, 23 in listening, reading, speaking)
- TOEFL PBT: 589 (5.0 in TWE)
- PTE Academic: 65 (54 in each sublet)
- C1 Advanced Cambridge: 185 (169 in each sublet)
- C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 185 (180 in each sublet)
Additional Requirement
- Video Interview
- Interview
Australian Graduate School of Management Cost of Attendance
Cost of living pivots on the location, the condition of housing, and student’s lifestyle. On-campus costs depend upon the accommodation and catering preferences. The following is an estimated cost of living in the city of Sydney for a 37-week academic year:
| Weekly cost (AUD) | House or Flat (in AUD) | One-bedroom unit (In AUD) | On-campus (college) (in AUD) |
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| Rent | 200–300 | 400-550 | 445 |
| Internet and phone | 20-55 | 20-55 | 0 |
| Food (groceries and eating out) | 80-200 | 80-200 | 0 |
| Gas and electricity | 35-140 | 35-140 | 0 |
| Transportation to university | 40 | 40 | 0 |
| Average weekly cost | 476.50 | 701.50 | 445 |
| Total annual cost | 24,778 | 36,478 | 23,140 |
Though an international student needs approx. 23,000 AUD to cover the expenses, he/she should have an extra 3000 AUD upon arriving in Australia. This will cover the costs of books, rental bonds, and furniture.
Australian Graduate School of Management Scholarships
AGSM provides scholarships to exceptional students from diverse backgrounds to support their studies. International students can register for these scholarships via the UNSW scholarships portal and have to appear for the interview. Some of these scholarships are offered to international students are:
| Name of Scholarship | Number of Scholarships | Awards | Eligibility |
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| AGSM Global Reach Scholarships | 6 scholarships per year (one recipient per country) | Two full-tuition, two half-tuition, and two quarter-tuition fee waivers | Candidates from Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, South/Central America |
| AGSM Excellence Scholarships | All applicants of MBA | Full and partial tuition fee waivers | For all MBA Full-Time students |
| AGSM Emerging Female Scholarships | 2 scholarships | 50,000 AUD as tuition fee waivers | For all MBA Full-Time students (in the first five years of their career) |
| AGSM Women in Leadership Sch0larships | 2 scholarships | 50,000 AUD as tuition fee waivers | For all MBA Full-Time students |
| AGSM Leadership Excellence Scholarships | All applicants for AGSM Full-Time MBA students | Full and partial tuition fee waivers | For all MBA Full-Time students |
| AGSM Alumni Community Leader Scholarship | All applicants for AGSM Executive or AGSM MBAX | Full-tuition fees, plus residential costs | Employed for the non-profit organization, AGSM Executive or AGSM MBAX students |
Australian Graduate School of Management Alumni
UNSW Alumni gains professional support as well as lifelong learning experiences through the following benefits or services:
- Become a mentor or mentee in UNSW-facilitated mentoring programs
- Attend lectures, hosted events, and lunches to update knowledge
- e-Journal and Library access to nine online databases
- Lifelong learning by discounted services to special events and courses
- Access to academic transcripts and testamurs for UNSW credentials
- Free online short courses to pursue interests
- The Lounge as a contemporary dining venue at the campus
- Lifelong e-mail address
- Founders for alumni entrepreneurs
Some of the most renowned alumni of AGSM are as follows:
- Satyajit Das: Australian banker, author, corporate treasurer, a former consultant
- Michelle King: Journalist, Women’s right activist, Advocate for gender equality
- Timothy M. Devinney: Australian-American management scholar
- Fiona Scott: Member of Australian Parliament
- Peter Thompson: Australian broadcaster
Work While you Study at AGSM
Students can look for part-time work to assist their studies in Australia. Before applying for part-time work, a student must double-check the conditions of the visa. To apply for a job then register for TFN (Tax File Number). Some popular job search providers are Adzuna, Seek, and Career One. Non-profit’s work can be searched on Ethical Jobs. For hospitality jobs, one has to make a resume in person. Volunteering can also serve as an option to discover the area of interest and build a resume.
Australian Graduate School of Management Placements
AGSM provides career coaching through telephones, in person, or video calls for one hour. Students can overview job boards to see the latest relevant job opportunities in Australia. This connects to the various job recruiters and alumni through an annual suite of events and networking opportunities.
- Internships are valuable for students to practice what they have learned in organizations. MBA Full-Time can take an internship for an eight-twelve-week period tailored around student’s availability and company requirements.
- Strategic Consulting Projects (SCPs) are an elective course that a student can undertake and there is no cost to participate in companies.
- Some companies which hosted the MBA interns and strategic consulting projects are Mission Australia, CyAmast, CBA, Deloitte, Ellerstone Capital, Voyager Equity, Microsoft, Sephora, Woolworths, etc.
- AGSM Connect Platform offers access to a 24/7 career toolkit, LinkedIn reviews, Al-powered resumes, online case practice tools, and a range of other innovative resources.
- According to Payscale, the average salary of the Australian Graduate School of Management is 141,773 AUD.
- The best-paying degree of AGSM is Executive MBA with an average salary of 161,000 AUD followed by MBA with 120,000 AUD as an average.
FAQs
Ques. How can I apply for accommodations?
Ans. Students can fill up the application form on the Resident portal with an application fee (waived for 2021). There are options to select for the order of preferences. In some cases, students also have to submit a referee form and appear for an interview.
Ques. What are the entry requirements for MBA Executive?
Ans. MBA Executive, MBAX, and Graduate Certificates have the same entry requirements. This includes two years of professional experiences, detailed CV/ Resume, assessment criteria, degree equivalent to Australian bachelors’, recognition of prior learning (RPL), proof of identity, personal statement essays, referee reports, and English language requirements (IELTS score of 7.0, TOEFL iBT score of 98 or equivalents)
Ques. How can I apply for international scholarships?
Ans. International students after meeting their eligibility criteria can fill out the application at the UNSW scholarships portal.
Ques. Where can I apply for MBA courses?
Ans. For all the MBA courses, students can apply online on the official AGSM website with an application fee of 125 AUD.
Ques. What is the total cost of the MBA Full-Time program?
Ans. MBA Full-Time program at The Australian Graduate School of Management total cost is 86,200 AUD.
Ques. What are the deadlines to apply?
Ans. Admissions at AGSM take place in multiple rounds for different programs. The upcoming deadlines for MBA are August 1, September 1, October 1. November 1 (Term 2) and MBA (Executive), MBAX, LLM MBA (Law) & Graduate Certificates are July 26, 2021 (Term 3).
Ques. What is the cost of living in Sydney?
Ans. The cost of living in Sydney accounts for 23,000 AUD, however, the students entering Australia before the commencement, of course, should carry at least 3000 AUD with them (for rent bonds, furniture, and books).
Ques. Are GMAT scores required for admissions at AGSM?
Ans. MBA Full-Time programs require an average GMAT score of 660 as an entry requirement.
Ques. What is the entry checklist for the MBA Full-Time program?
Ans. MBA Full-Time entry requirements include GMAT scores, two years of professional experiences, detailed CV/ Resume, assessment criteria, degree equivalent to Australian bachelors’, proof of identity, referee reports, interview, video interview, and English language requirements (IELTS score of 7.0, TOEFL iBT score of 98 or equivalents)
Australian Graduate School of Management Program Fees & Deadlines
| Program | Important Dates | Fees | Exams Score | Action |
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Ph.D Economics 4 years | Application Deadline For Term 3 (29th Jul 2024) | INR 14.2 L/Yr AUD 26,199 /Yr |
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Ph.D Management 4 years | Application Deadline For Term 3 (29th Jul 2024) | INR 14.2 L/Yr AUD 26,199 /Yr |
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Ph.D Accounting 4 years | Application Deadline For Term 3 (29th Jul 2024) | INR 14.2 L/Yr AUD 26,199 /Yr |
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Ph.D Banking and Finance 4 years | Application Deadline For Term 3 (29th Jul 2024) | INR 14.2 L/Yr AUD 26,199 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For Term 3 (29th Jul 2024) | INR 14.2 L/Yr AUD 26,199 /Yr |
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Application Deadline For Term 3 (29th Jul 2024) | INR 14.2 L/Yr AUD 26,199 /Yr |
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Australian Graduate School of Management Scholarships
| Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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| QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Gyandhan Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 1 L/Yr$1,222 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| VueVille Future Technology Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 82,890/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
| outstanding-international-student-award | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeFull-Ride-Scholarships | |
| QS Leadership Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 8.3 L/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeMerit-Based | |
| Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 2.9 L/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
Australian Graduate School of Management Admissions
Application Portal: https://applyonline.unsw.edu.au/login
Round 1 Deadlines
Important Date: May1 (Application deadline)Round 2 Deadlines
Important Date: June1 (Application deadline)Round 3 Deadlines
Important Date: July1 (Application deadline)
Attendance Cost
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Faculty
| Total Faculty | Full Time | Part Time | Graduate Assistants | 455 | - | - | - |
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