Global representation: Our student body represent 74 countries, cultivating a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
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Academic and post-graduation success
Delivering transformative experiences in education
Our students’ academic journey with the Business School ensures success for their professional experiences, now and beyond.
One of the strategic priorities outlined in the Business School Strategy 2023 – 2027 is the commitment to fostering transformative educational experiences of exceptional quality. These experiences are designed to nurture responsible leaders and facilitate lifelong learning. Our holistic approach aims to empower students to navigate complexities and drive positive change in their organisations and society during their studies and after graduation.
Diverse student profile
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Academic levels: 35% of our students are enrolled in undergraduate programs, and 63% are pursuing postgraduate studies, reflecting a commitment to advanced education.
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Gender balance: We pride ourselves on achieving gender parity within our community, with 56% of our students identifying as female and 44% as male.
Data as of 30 December 2023
Academic progression
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93%
Undergraduate success rate
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96%
Postgraduate success rate
Our students consistently achieve significant milestones in their academic pursuits, with an overall success rate of 95%. The success rate metric evaluates academic performance by comparing the equivalent full-time student load (EFTSL) of units passed to the EFTSL of units attempted.
Data as of 31 December 2022
Career progression
Career development is woven into the student academic journey at the University of Sydney Business School. Our dedicated Careers and Employability Office offers tailored services to help students explore career options. By cultivating opportunities for networking and engagement with top recruiters and industry partners, students are equipped to thrive in today's competitive job market.
The award-winning Job Smart program is designed to enhance international students' employability through practical experiences and industry connections, ensuring they graduate ready for success.
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92%
Undergraduate employment rate
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91%
Postgraduate employment rate
The overall employment rate is taken from ComparEd and shows the overall employment rate for The University of Sydney, Business & Management. This is based on the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-2022 for domestic students only (which surveys students who completed in 2019 – 2021).
Top 5 industries in full-time employment
Undergraduate
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Business and consulting
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Finance, banking and insurance
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Retail, wholesale, FMCG
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IT, telecommunications and technology
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Property and real estate
Postgraduate
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Finance, banking and insurance
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Business and consulting
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IT, telecommunications and technology
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Manufacturing
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Energy and environment