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How long does CQU’s MBA (Leadership) typically take to finish?

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Virajita Bisht | Contributor-Level 8

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The Master of Business Administration programme in Leadership lasts for 12 to 18 months in general. It is a full-time course, although it is designed with high flexibility and allows international students to take up to 5 years to finish at their own pace.

Mentioned below are the key details of the MBA in Leadership programme offered at CQE:

Feature	Details
Total Study Hours	Approximately 1730 hours
Typical Full-time Duration	12 to 18 months
Maximum Time to Complete	Up to 5 years
Number of Units	11 units: 10 standard units and 1 Capstone (Capstone must be completed last)
Study Mode	Fully online, can start anytime
Study Pace	Self-paced; full-time or part-time
Term Dates & Deadlines	No term dates, no fixed assessment deadlines
Flexibility	Allows fitting study around work and personal commitments
Exit Awards	Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma are available if not completed within 5 years

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