Kaplan Business School

Kaplan Business School recently opened up its Perth campus and introduced a range of postgraduate business analytics programs.

Perth campus

The KBS Perth campus for international students acts as the perfect gateway to all that Australia offers. Perth is known for its laidback vibe, sunshine, lifestyle and its strong economy.

PIEoneer Awards 2020

KBS is a finalist in the PIEoneer Awards 2020 for the ‘Progressive education delivery award' and the ‘Employability international impact award'. Students can view more details on the PIEoneer Awards and more of KBS' achievements on its website.

Business analytics

KBS offers students business analytics courses that equip them with the understanding, knowledge and technical skills required to excel in industry. Students can choose from:

• Graduate Diploma of Business Analytics
• Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics
• Master of Business Analytics
• Master of Business Analytics (Extension)

Student can view more program details and entry requirements on the Kaplan Business School website.

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.

Kaplan Business School helps its students to achieve their educational as well as 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.

The undergraduate courses offered at the school 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)

The postgraduate courses which are offered at the school 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

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

International students looking to gain admission into Kaplan Business School must meet the admissions standards that have been set by its academic board.

Academic entry requirements

Undergraduate and postgraduate country specific entry requirements are listed on the website.

Language requirements

International students require an English test score from one of these tests:

• IELTS or PTE
• TOEFL
• Kaplan International Test of English (KITE)
• CAE
• General Certificate of Education (GCE)
• English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
• Murdoch Institute of Technology (MIT) English Placement Assessment

Students must check the entry requirements on the website to verify which tests are accepted for their course of choice. These scores should not be over two years prior to the commencement of the course.

Students who fail to fulfil the English entry criteria but have an English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.5 can take up a pathway program which includes English for academic purposes to be taken before commencing their program.

Students are encouraged to visit the Kaplan Business School website for more details on language requirements.

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 round the year.

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 away from cities in Africa, Asia, and more and serves students as the perfect gateway for Australia's various offerings.

Sydney

Centrally located above Town Hall Station and across from the Queen Victoria building, this campus is minutes away from Hyde Park, Chinatown, Pitt Street Mall, and Darling Harbour.

Kaplan Business School wants to help individuals achieve their goals in their education and further 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 future success.

Regional scholarships

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.