Global Business and Public Policy - B6065

Global Business and Public Policy

Master's degree/Master's degree

Many of us aspire to make a positive impact on a global scale. This double degree is a unique opportunity to make it your career.

It’s a multidisciplinary degree designed for forward-thinking business leaders, who are inspired by the possibilities found where business and public policy intersect. Gain the skills to deliver real change in ways that are as far-reaching as the world you’ll be keeping in focus.

MAKE YOUR NEXT MOVE

The Master of Global Business builds on your business expertise through the lens of the global landscape. Explore the key challenges and opportunities facing governments and organisations, while diving deeper into everything from business strategy and geopolitics, to trade law and sustainability.

This global context will be invaluable as you sharpen your skills in designing, negotiating and implement public policy with the Master of Public Policy. Explore the ins and out of cross-border trade, global governance and more – as you grow leadership skills that are fit for both the public and private sector.

ELEVATE YOUR EXPERTISE

You’ll complete the course with a clearer understanding for the global business landscape – and how organisations and governments alike can deliver lasting social or economic change. Bridge the gap between business and policy - and change in a career that could take you to global institutions, multinational companies, public service and beyond.

Ready to make an impact in business that reaches beyond borders?

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At a glance

Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Caulfield: Full time & part time
Duration
  • 2 years (full time)
  • 4 years (part time)
Start date
 First semester (February) and Second semester (July)
Qualification
 Master of Global Business, Master of Global Public Policy, Master of Public Policy
Fees

Information about fees

Course Handbook

The Master of Global Business and Master of Public Policy offers you a multidisciplinary perspective on global business and public policy. This double degree combines knowledge of the contemporary global environment in which business operates with the practical knowledge and skills you need in policy-making and public sector management. By pursuing this double degree, you will develop into a leader capable of inspiring and driving social and organisational change. You will be equipped with an understanding of the complexity of global issues and what they mean for public policy practitioners, engaging with governments to shape, negotiate, and implement policy agendas.

Please select a specialisation for more details:

Entry Requirements

You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.

Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

Qualifications

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) with a major in a cognate discipline* with at least a high credit (65%) average or equivalent Grade Point Average (GPA).

or

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and at least two years of relevant professional experience**

*Cognate disciplines include: arts, business, commerce, economics, engineering, law, management, humanities, science or social science disciplines.

** Applicants applying on the basis of work experience are required to provide a detailed curriculum vitae, outlining their employment history and professional experience.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Apply directly to Monash using course code B6065.

Apply

Semester two (July)

Apply directly to Monash using course code B6065.

Apply

Current Monash students

You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.

Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer.

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Full fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:

A$38,000

Fee assistance

As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other costs and fees

For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.