| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2024-07-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Master of Business Law program at the University of Adelaide combines legal expertise with business acumen, empowering professionals to navigate legal and regulatory challenges. Delivered intensively over short periods, the program offers a foundation in Australian law, elective courses, and a research component. Graduates are well-prepared for advanced careers in business, management, and other professional fields.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Business Law program at the University of Adelaide empowers students to enhance their business acumen with legal expertise. Designed for busy professionals, the majority of courses are delivered intensively over one or two weeks, with some incorporating evening and weekend sessions. The program's objectives are to:
- Equip students with an understanding of the legal framework within contemporary business contexts
- Foster legal communication skills
- Guide students through a substantial research project
- Impart best practices for navigating legal and regulatory challenges
- Facilitate networking opportunities through industry events and student organizations
Outline:
The Master of Business Law program comprises:
- A foundation law course: LAW 7177 Introduction to Australian Law (3 units)
- Elective courses totaling 39 units, which can include courses from other disciplines subject to approval
- Research equivalent courses totaling 6 units, either in the form of a research dissertation or two research essays
Assessment:
Assessment methods may vary depending on the specific courses taken. However, students can expect to encounter a range of assessment types, including:
- Examinations
- Research papers
- Presentations
- Case studies
- Group projects
Teaching:
The Master of Business Law program is taught by a team of experienced legal professionals and academics. Teaching methods include:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Case studies
- Group work
Careers:
Graduates of the Master of Business Law program are well-prepared for advanced career options in business, management, and other professional fields. Potential career paths include:
- Manager / Business Management
- Auditor
- Business Analyst
- Business Consultant
- Commercial and Operation Analyst
- Commercialisation Manager
- Government or Corporate Policy Adviser
- Taxation Officer It's important to note that this degree does not provide admission to practice law. Those seeking admission to practice should refer to the Bachelor of Laws program.
Entry Requirements:
Domestic applicants
Graduate entry Higher Education Study A completed Bachelors degree or equivalent in a field other than law (this program is suited to applicants with a background in business and commerce), with at least a credit average; or a completed Graduate Diploma in Business Law or Graduate Certificate in Business Law.
International applicants
Tertiary Qualifications Bachelor degree or equivalent in a field other than Law with a minimum GPA of 5.0. This program is suited to applicants with a background in business and commerce. Applicants with a Bachelor of Laws or equivalent are not eligible for entry.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
English Language Requirements
Australian Year 12 Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide IELTS Overall 6.5 Reading 6 Listening 6 Speaking 6 Writing 6 TOEFL Overall 79 Reading 13 Listening 13 Speaking 18 Writing 21 Pearson Overall 58 Reading 50 Listening 50 Speaking 50 Writing 50 C1 Advanced Overall 176 Reading 169 Listening 169 Speaking 169 Writing 169
