Online MBA Program with an AI-Focus
Australia’s AI first integrated MBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 21 AUGUST 2026
START DATE: 7 SEPTEMBER 2026
Study online Master of Business Administration at La Trobe University, a globally recognised business school offering an AI-first MBA designed for the future of business.
This is a future-focused MBA for the AI economy. You’ll work on real case studies and consulting projects, applying AI, data and analytics to solve complex business challenges and build leadership capability from day one.
Choose from forward-looking specialisations including digital health, analytics and AI, and leadership and governance.
Graduate ready to lead change, drive innovation and shape strategy in a world transformed by AI.
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Duration
18 months*
Cost per subject**
$5,000
Total subjects
12
- AACSB accredited
- PRME aligned
RANKINGS & Accreditations
QS Online MBA Rankings 2026
LBS Online MBA ranks 6th in Asia-Pacific
Aligned to PRME
La Trobe Business School is a champion of the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME)
Ranked 25th in the world
In the 2026 CEO Magazine 2026 Global MBA Rankings (Online MBA)
AACSB accredited business school
The La Trobe Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
Thrive with a future-focused mba
The MBA is a flexible, accelerated, and industry-aligned program designed for professionals seeking to advance their leadership and strategic capabilities. Delivered entirely online in focused six-week study blocks, the program enables learners to balance academic pursuits with professional and personal commitments.
The program’s stacked and nested structure allows for tailored learning pathways, with advanced specialisations and electives informed by market demand. Whether pursuing career progression, a strategic pivot, or entrepreneurial ventures, graduates emerge with the knowledge, credentials, and future-focused mindset to lead in a digitally driven world.
La Trobe Business School was one of the first Australian business schools to sign up to the United Nations-backed Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). This affiliation ensures that La Trobe’s students will gain the skills and knowledge to balance economic and sustainability outcomes in forward-thinking business contexts.
Ranked among Australia’s leading MBAs
Our MBA is ranked:
- 14th globally by Corporate Knights Better World, 20251
- Top 6th Online MBA Programs (Asia Pacific) by QS Ranking, 20262
- Top 25th in the CEO Magazine 2026 Global MBA Rankings (Online MBA)3
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Speak to an advisorCourse outcomes
In this MBA, you’ll explore the forces shaping modern organisations, including digital disruption, artificial intelligence and responsible leadership. You’ll develop the capability to apply these skills across real business contexts.
- AI, Analytics and Cybersecurity: Develop skills to lead secure digital transformation using AI, analytics and cloud technologies. Learn how to manage cybersecurity, data privacy and governance risks while using data and AI to support strategic decision-making and innovation.
- Digital Health: Explore how digital technologies improve healthcare and health outcomes. Learn about health informatics, digital health systems and tools such as mHealth apps, electronic health records and clinical decision support systems.
- Leadership and Governance: Build expertise in organisational leadership, governance and strategic decision-making. Examine how accountability, performance and governance frameworks operate across public, private and not-for-profit sectors in complex environments.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9.
Course structure: innovation and sustainability at the forefront
La Trobe Business School is a champion of the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME). The course holds one accreditation recognised worldwide:
- The La Trobe business school is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
With prior experience, you can graduate in just one year.
Course structureCareer outlook: high-paying positions are waiting for your leadership
When you graduate, you’ll have a career portfolio that proves you’re ready to lead sustainable change and build value through business. Step into roles that have strong employment growth rates between 13% and 24%. As an alumnus, you have access to a global alumni network and outstanding industry contacts.
Career outlookCUSTOMISE YOUR ONLINE MBA DEGREE BY CHOOSING A SPECIALISATION
Build advanced knowledge to drive innovation and empower organisation growth with La Trobe University’s MBA. Delivered 100% online and boosted with AI-focused subjects, our graduates are ready to meet the challenges facing today’s business leaders.
No matter which option you choose, you will study an industry-backed curriculum and learn from expert instructors, gaining the expertise to take your next professional step.
Understand how digital technologies are transforming healthcare systems and services. You’ll learn to:
- Evaluate emerging trends in digital health, including virtual care and connected technologies
- Apply data and analytics to improve patient and organisational outcomes
- Lead strategic digital transformation initiatives in healthcare settings
Build capabilities in data, analytics and artificial intelligence to support decision-making. You’ll learn to:
- Apply predictive analytics and AI techniques to solve complex business problems
- Translate data into meaningful insights through visualisation and storytelling
- Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI agents, cloud platforms and cybersecurity frameworks
Strengthen your ability to lead organisations in a complex, global environment. You’ll learn to:
- Apply leadership and governance frameworks to drive organisational performance
- Analyse global business strategy and economic factors influencing decision-making
Entry requirements
To be considered for admission to the Master of Business Administration, applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Completion of an Australian bachelor’s degree or higher or equivalent in any discipline, and a minimum of two years’ relevant work experience*** (or part‑time equivalent); OR Completion of an Australian graduate certificate or higher or equivalent in a related discipline.
- Typically includes a minimum of two years’ professional experience in a managerial or professional role involving responsibility for decision-making/supervisory role such as managing people or strategic projects.
We would also require:
- Transcripts from all prior universities
- Letter of recommendation (professional letters of recommendation may be requested to verify management experience)
- Resume or CV
Fee details
The online Master of Business Administration (MBA) at La Trobe consists of 12 subjects that are $5,000 each. Fees are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
See feesYour MBA Director
Teachers have extensive academic, industry and research experience. They bring a deep understanding of how your subjects apply to real-life situations, which means you’ll get valuable insights and graduate ready to put it into practice in your career.
Alongside this role, Dr Ahmadi is currently serving as the Associate Professor of Entrepreneurship and Innovation at La Trobe Business School.
Dr. Ahmadi’s teaching repertoire encompasses a wide range of subjects, including Design Thinking, Innovation Management, New Ventures and Entrepreneurial Firms Development, Business-to-Business Marketing, Sales Management, International Marketing, Marketing Management, and Market Research.
His research interests primarily revolve around new venture growth, entrepreneurial marketing and product and brand innovation, with a particular emphasis on the dynamics of customer-firm relationships within start-ups and new ventures.
Currently, he is engaged in managing various research projects and grants that are relevant to the industry.
What’s it like to learn online?
As an online student, you’ll work with the same accomplished teachers who deliver our on-campus subjects. You’ll receive one-on-one support and benefit from the same opportunities as our students on campus. However, you’ll get to learn where and when it’s most convenient for you.
Discover moreStudy assist
La Trobe online courses are eligible for FEE-HELP for domestic students. Speak with an enrolment adviser. We can help you discover what’s available to help you pay for your course.
Talk to usFrequently asked questions
We’re always happy to chat with you. If you’d rather talk one-on-one or have a question you don’t see answered here, request more information or call (+61 3) 9917 3009.
Tuition fees do not include health insurance or living expenses such as food, accommodation, transport, medical costs, personal expenses and other fees you might incur. Individual subjects may include an additional fee. You can review all fee details here.
Students are also required to pay a Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). You can explore the current SSAF rates here and available payment options here.
The online MBA is designed for professionals who work full-time and is offered part-time with one subject every seven weeks. This allows you to achieve a realistic balance between work, university and personal responsibilities.
To see the course structure, view our courses page.
An enrolment adviser can provide the most current information about scholarship opportunities.
Sources and Disclaimers
- QS Online MBA Rankings 2026, MBA ranks 6th in Asia-Pacific, https://www.topmba.com/online-mba-rankings-asia-pacific?search=la%20trobe.
- QS World University Rankings 2026, https://www.topuniversities.com/mba-rankings/global.
- CEO Ranking 2026, https://www.ceo-mag.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-GLOBAL-MBA-RANKINGS.pdf.
*18-month duration applies to students studying full-time.
**Fees are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change. Speak with an enrolment adviser for more information.
***Relevant work experience