Major Undergraduate

Management


Study mode
Full Time Part Time
Study mode
Full Time
Murdoch code
MJ-MGTA
What is a Major?
A major is your primary area of focus within a degree. It determines the core subjects you'll study and the skills you'll master.

Major overview

Study a major in management and lead organisations anywhere

Every organisation needs effective leaders who can guide teams, solve problems and drive success. The Management major within our Bachelor of Business equips you with the leadership, strategic thinking and decision-making skills needed to manage organisations in Australia and around the world. 

Modern managers must identify opportunities, respond to change and solve complex challenges in dynamic workplaces and global markets. Throughout your management major, you’ll explore how organisations operate, how leaders motivate teams and how strategic decisions shape business success. 

You’ll work with organisations on real projects through our Work Integrated Learning program, applying management theory to real-world challenges and gaining valuable practical experience before you graduate. 

Our Bachelor of Business degree features several other majors such as Accounting, Banking, Business Law, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resources Management, Human Resources Management (AHRI Accredited), International Business and Marketing that you can combine with the Management major to help you better understand how organisations operate across industries and global markets. 

Whether you want to lead teams, manage projects or run your own organisation, our major prepares you for a versatile career in management across local and international workplaces.
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3 reasons to study management at Murdoch University

  1. Gain practical industry experience through our Work Integrated Learning program, working on real business projects with organisations while developing professional management skills. 
  2. Develop versatile leadership and management skills valued across all industries, preparing you to lead teams, manage projects and guide organisational strategy. 
  3. Build global business capability, learning how organisations operate across international markets and diverse cultural and economic environments.

What you’ll learn

  • Understand how organisations operate and how managers lead teams to achieve strategic goals. 
  • Analyse business challenges and identify opportunities to improve organisational performance. 
  • Apply leadership and decision-making skills to manage teams and projects effectively. 
  • Develop problem-solving and strategic thinking capabilities for complex business environments. 
  • Examine how management practices adapt in global organisations and international markets.

Flexibility was key for me, and Murdoch University's diverse range of study options gave me the perfect fit. I love the blended learning format, and their small class sizes and supportive faculty mean I'm never lost in the crowd. I feel like I can really thrive here.

Jasmin, Business

Murdoch Business Student
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Your future career in management

Management expertise is valued in every industry. With our major in management, you could pursue a management career in industries such as consulting, technology, healthcare, government, finance, retail or international business. 

Potential roles include: 

  • Team leader 
  • Operations manager 
  • Project manager 
  • Business development manager 
  • Management consultant 
  • Entrepreneur 
For more details about our Management major, download our information pack.

Start dates

Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No

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Start dates (Transnational)

Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Trimester 1, 2026 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 1, 2026 Murdoch University Dubai, UAE Yes No No
Trimester 2, 2026 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 2, 2026 Murdoch University Dubai, UAE Yes No No
Trimester 3, 2026 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 3, 2026 Murdoch University Dubai, UAE Yes No No
Trimester 1, 2027 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 1, 2027 Murdoch University Dubai, UAE Yes No No
Trimester 2, 2027 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 2, 2027 Murdoch University Dubai, UAE Yes No No
Trimester 3, 2027 Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd No No Yes
Trimester 3, 2027 Murdoch University Dubai, UAE Yes No No

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Major Structure

Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.

To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.

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How to Apply

Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.

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