Kaplan Business School (KBS) is an accredited Australian private higher education provider, part of the global Kaplan International education group. KBS offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across business, management, marketing, IT, tourism and related fields. The school is registered on the CRICOS list, meaning its courses are approved for international student visas.

 

Why Study an MBA – Data?driven Leadership at KBS?

In today’s business world, data is central to strategic decision?making and organisational growth. The MBA – Data?driven Leadership equips graduates to lead with data insight, foster data?driven culture, and harness analytics for innovation and competitive advantage. It’s ideal for international students looking to build leadership roles in business strategy, analytics, consulting or organisational transformation.

 

Credits / Points & Program Structure

The MBA includes a blend of core leadership subjects, specialist data?focused units, and electives:

Core MBA Subjects

All students take foundational leadership and business units such as:

• People, Culture and Contemporary Leadership

• Governance, Ethics and Sustainability

• Financial and Economic Interpretation and Communication

• Consumer Behaviour and Marketing Psychology

• Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Intelligence and Diversity

• Capstone: Strategy (taken near the end of the degree)

Directed Data?driven Leadership Units

Specialist subjects designed to build data insight and strategic capability include:

• Strategic Value of Analytics

• Data?driven Design Thinking

• Business Analytics Life Cycle

Electives & Other Subjects

Students can choose from a range of electives spanning entrepreneurship, project management, international business, healthcare management, digital marketing and more, depending on interest and goals.

 

Subjects / Topic Areas Covered

The MBA – Data?driven Leadership covers a mix of contemporary business leadership and practical data strategy topics:

Leadership & Core Business

• Modern leadership and team?based culture

• Ethical governance and sustainability

• Financial business communication

• Consumer behaviour insights

Data & Analytics Focus

• Value of analytics in strategic decision?making

• Data?driven design thinking

• Analytics life cycle and business applications

Applied Electives

Students may tailor elective choices to suit career goals — options like project management, international business, entrepreneurship, or specialised industry subjects may be available.

 

Disciplines / Specialisations Offered

Kaplan’s MBA program offers eight specialisations, including:

• Data?driven Leadership

• Project Management

• Health Services Management

• Tourism & Hospitality Leadership

• Digital Management

• Entrepreneurship

• International Leadership

• Women in Leadership

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the MBA – Data?driven Leadership can pursue a range of strategic and data?oriented leadership roles, such as:

• Management Consultant
• Data Strategist
• Corporate Reporting Manager
• Research Consultant
• Design Thinking Catalyst

 

Visa Requirements (International Students)

To study full?time on campus, international students must secure an Australian Student Visa (Subclass 500). Requirements typically include:

• Offer and Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
• Proof of financial capacity
• English proficiency
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) statement

 

Highlights & Latest Updates

• The MBA at Kaplan has been globally recognised for its innovative delivery (e.g., PIEoneer Awards).
• Modern leadership curriculum aligned with global business data needs.
• Multiple campuses and flexible intake dates make planning easier.
• Scholarships available — apply early

 

Important Notes for International Students

• Always check official KBS information at the time of application for the most recent curriculum, fees and entry requirements, as these can change annually.
• Discuss with KBS admissions advisors about credit exemptions or subject sequencing to suit your academic background.