List 2024
Notes:
- 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.
- 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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- Melbourne Business School
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- UNSW
A collaborative approach to workforce future-proofing
As developments such as AI reshape industries, the gap between the skills employers require and those graduates demonstrate is widening.
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- University of Western Australia
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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- Curtin University
Upskilling underpins career continuum
Studies show that up-skilling management teams is essential for survival in a business world changing at digital warp speed, and universities are responding with courses designed to meet the latest challenges.
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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.
- Nina Hendy
October
- Research Category
- AFR Reports
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
- Career Impact Category
- AFR Reports
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
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.
- Alexandra Cain
- Reputation Category
- University
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
- Teaching Category
- Lists & Awards
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
- Opinion
- Skills
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
- Opinion
- AFR Reports
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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- Nina Hendy
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.
- Euan Black
June
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
September 2023
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
- Analysis
- Leadership lessons
Why one university stands out
University of South Australia leads the ‘upstarts’ on the move.
- Julie Hare
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.
- Sian Powell
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
- Exclusive
- Melbourne Business School
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.
- Patrick Durkin
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
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
