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Kaplan Business School

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Overview

Overview

Kaplan Business School (KBS) is located in Australia and offers students a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate study programs across its five campuses. Study areas include business, marketing, finance, leadership, entrepreneurship, management and project management, analytics, tourism, digital management, health services, and information technology. KBS has campuses in Sydney, Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. Each school location offers students an excellent learning and social environment.

KBS puts internships at the heart of its educational model. Thanks to its strong industry connections in a number of different organisations, KBS students get to enjoy an internship opportunity as part of their course, allowing them to gain work experience while studying. This gives students a substantial competitive edge upon graduation, with two in five students who carried out an academic internship offered work in the first trimester of 2022.

The KBS campuses all benefit from central city locations, offering students a warm student environment and a vibrant city life. Facilities across all campuses include modern libraries and accommodation, industry-leading computer labs, and cafes. A range of student services further enhance the student experience at KBS.

Students have access to specialised services including tailored careers advice and academic support, as well as counselling and individual support, if required. International students are welcomed with an orientation programme to help them adjust to student life and living in Australia.

As a result of all this, it's no surprise that overseas students rate Kaplan higher than any other public university in Australia for quality of experience, teaching quality and student support *.

* Data taken from the 2021 International Student Experience Survey report, published in August 2022. The report includes data from 61,000 international students who responded to the QILT rankings 2020survey, which is funded by the Australian Government Department of Education.

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What's new

What's new

Kaplan Business School is delighted to announce the launch of its new information technology (IT) courses, with teaching commencing in March 2023 (Trimester 1).

The course range includes: 

  • Diploma of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
  • Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
  • Master of Information Technology
  • Master of Information Technology (Extension)

These new course offerings have been developed in response to significant and growing demand for IT skills in Australia, and globally, as businesses and organisations struggle to scale their digital operations in pace with rapid technological advancements.

TEQSA has approved KBS' application to become a limited Self-Accrediting Authority (SAA) institution.

Out of 145 Institutes of Higher Education in Australia, KBS is now one of only nine institutions that have currently been granted this status.

Its new Self-Accrediting Authority designation means that KBS now enjoys the same status as universities by being able to self-accredit courses without TEQSA approval, including KBS programs in accounting, business and management, tourism, and sales and marketing. This is a recognition of the trust and confidence TEQSA has in the school's quality assurance and governance practices.

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Teaching quality

Teaching quality

Governance of course quality

The academic board comprises industry practitioners and senior academics and is responsible for governance of the courses offered by Kaplan Business School.

The board holds Kaplan corporate board's delegated authority to make decisions about academic matters and it provides guidance on higher education trends and issues. 

KBS's academic quality and governance framework lays out the terms of reference of the KBS academic board as well as for its subcommittees.

Members of the Kaplan Business School's academic board offer expertise in the areas of business management and accounting, higher education, and professional practice.

Students can read more on KBS governance and leadership page.

Learning experience

The school delivers industry accredited courses and equips students with the skills for successful employment. Faculty at the school teach lessons packed with practical and theoretical relevance.

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Study options

Study options

Kaplan Business School helps its students achieve their educational and career goals. The programs delivered at the school, provide a number of entry as well as exit points which suit students at any stage of their education or career, starting from Year 12.

Undergraduate courses offered include:

  • Diploma of Business
  • Bachelor of Business
  • Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
  • Bachelor of Business (Hospitality and tourism management)
  • Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
  • Bachelor of Business (Management)
  • Diploma of Information Technology
  • Bachelor of Information Technology

Postgraduate courses offered include:

  • Graduate Diploma of Business Analytics
  • Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
  • Master of Business Analytics
  • Master of Business Analytics (Extension)
  • Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
  • Graduate Diploma of Business Administration
  • Master of Business Administration
  • Graduate Certificate in Accounting
  • Master of Professional Accounting
  • Master of Accounting
  • Graduate Diploma of Information Technology
  • Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
  • Master of Information Technology (Extension)
  • Master of Information Technology

Kaplan Business School also offers a postgraduate qualifying program for students who do not quite meet the entry requirements for a master's degree.

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Entry requirements
Facilities

Facilities

Facilities at KBS include:

  • Student experience and career services hubs with computer facilities and counselling desks
  • A fully equipped student library with an academic success learning advisor
  • Student common room with vending machines and kitchen facilities
  • Student quiet rooms
  • Private study rooms
  • Modern teaching and general use computer labs
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Multiple student accommodation options near campus

Adelaide

Situated in the heart of the city, this campus is minutes away from the main shopping district, filled with popular eateries, stores, and vibrant nightspots. What makes this a unique destination is its open parklands, proximity to the beach (being a 20-minute drive away) and its happy locals.

Brisbane

This campus is located in the middle of the city centre, just a five-minute walk from the station. Students will benefit from easy access to world-class restaurants, cafes, and shops from the nearby Queen Street Mall. Students studying here will enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle and have the opportunity to attend free events in the city year-round.

Melbourne

Located in the iconic Docklands precinct, this campus is known for waterfront promenades with a variety of dining and retail options. The city centre is just a short ride away (on the free city circle tram), where students will find Melbourne's famous rooftop bars and alleyways.

 Perth

The campus is based in the West Perth district, which is trendy and accessible, and a ten-minute free bus ride from the city centre. It is a direct flight from cities in Africa, Asia, and more, and serves students as the perfect gateway to Australia's diverse offerings.

Sydney

At KBS Sydney students will be centrally located near St James Station and only minutes away from popular spots including Martin Place, Pitt Street Mall, Hyde Park and Darling Harbour.

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Scholarships

Scholarships

Kaplan Business School wants to help individuals achieve their educational goals and further their careers. To do so, KBS offers a variety of scholarships to students both in Australia and across the world. 

High Achievers Scholarship

This scholarship nurtures KBS' future business leaders. International students who display a record of outstanding academic merit in business or a related field of study can apply. As part of their scholarship application, students must also demonstrate how KBS will help them to achieve their future success.

International Student Scholarship

A variety of scholarships are offered to Kaplan Business School students who come from numerous regions across the globe and display a record of outstanding academic merit. 

Students can find out more about the scholarships by visiting the KBS website.

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Average cost of living in Australia

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Adelaide - Computers
Sydney - Graduation
Sydney - Breakroom
Adelaide - MBA Students
Brisbane - Booths
Brisbane - Cafe
Brisbane - Reception
Melbourne - Classroom
Melbourne - Meeting
Melbourne - Reception
Sydney - Computer Room
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Total average cost: $2462

  • $1030
    Housing
  • $898
    Food
  • $138
    Daily life
  • $396
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What our students think about us

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Teaching Quality
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