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Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIHE, Russo Business School

Brisbane, Queensland · Private higher education provider

AU Rank #532 Star rating 1/6 Listed on CRICOS under the ESOS Act Admissions open
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Overview

Russo Institute of Higher Education, known as Russo Business School, is a private higher education provider in Brisbane, Queensland. It is registered on CRICOS, which means it can offer courses to international students. The school teaches business-focused subjects, including Business Administration (MBA), Finance, and Entrepreneurship. Unlike Australian universities, Russo Business School does not have a research focus or award doctorates, but it delivers accredited higher education degrees suited for students looking to build or advance a career in business. Studying in Brisbane gives international students access to a major Australian city with a diverse business community.

Programs at Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIH

3 programs across 2 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Entrepreneurship
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Bachelor of Entrepreneurship

Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIHE, Russo Business School

CRICOS 095817F · Provider 03441F

⏱ 3 years 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$72,000 total

Diploma

Diploma Business Administration (MBA)
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Diploma of Business

Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIHE, Russo Business School

CRICOS 088834G · Provider 03441F

⏱ 1 year 🎓 Full Time 💰 A$19,600 total

Tuition fees & costs

International tuition, per year

A$24,000/yr

Lower tuition

Typical course fee

A$24,000

Median of this provider's registered fees

CRICOS provider code

03441F

Registered for 250 overseas students

Fees are derived from the international tuition this provider registers against its own courses on the Commonwealth CRICOS register, annualised over each course's registered duration; the range is the 10th to 90th percentile across its undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate courses. Providers may also charge the capped Student Services and Amenities Fee, and you will need Overseas Student Health Cover on top. Always confirm the fee for your specific course with the provider before applying.

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Admission requirements

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.

Language: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

How to apply

  1. 1Choose a CRICOS-registered course and check its intake — most Australian degrees start in Semester 1 (late February/March) and Semester 2 (July), with some providers adding a November trimester.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the entry requirements: A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international applicants are assessed against the recognised equivalent of their own qualification and may enter through a foundation year, a diploma pathway or with credit from prior study. Postgraduate entry normally requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, with a weighted average mark or GPA threshold and, for some programmes, professional experience or a portfolio.
  3. 3Meet the English language requirement: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.
  4. 4Apply directly to the university (or through a registered education agent), then accept your Letter of Offer and pay the initial fee instalment to be issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).
  5. 5Take out Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the length of your stay, then lodge a Student visa (subclass 500) application with the Department of Home Affairs, meeting the Genuine Student requirement and evidencing the current financial capacity amount.

For international students

International students accept a Letter of Offer, pay the first fee instalment and are issued a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), then apply for a Student visa (subclass 500) with the Department of Home Affairs. The application must satisfy the Genuine Student requirement, include Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the full stay and evidence the current financial capacity amount. Student visa holders may work up to 48 hours per fortnight while classes are in session and unrestricted hours during scheduled breaks; eligible graduates can apply for a Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) to work in Australia afterwards.

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Scholarships for Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIH students

National and foundation scholarships open to students at Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIH. Because public universities in Australia charge no tuition, these mostly fund living costs.

Partial Bachelor's Degree

Destination Australia Program

Australian Government — Department of Education

Up to A$15,000 per year towards study at a regional campus

Domestic and international students at regional campuses Rolling
Partial Bachelor's Degree

AIEF Tertiary Scholarships

Australian Indigenous Education Foundation

Scholarship support plus mentoring and career pathways for Indigenous students

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students Rolling
Partial Bachelor's Degree

Monash International Merit Scholarship

Australian universities

A fixed annual contribution towards tuition for the duration of the course

International students Rolling
Partial Bachelor's Degree

UQ Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship

Australian universities

Tuition support for outstanding commencing students, with leadership and mentoring components

Domestic and international students Rolling
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Frequently asked questions

What are the admission requirements for Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIHE, Russo Business School?

A senior secondary qualification recognised as equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate. Domestic school leavers are ranked by their ATAR through the state admissions centre (UAC in NSW/ACT, VTAC in Victoria, QTAC in Queensland, SATAC in SA/NT, TISC in WA); international a...

How much is tuition at Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIHE, Russo Business School?

Tuition is around A$24,000/yr. Figures are indicative, confirm with the university.

How is Russo Institute of Higher Education, RIHE, Russo Business School ranked?

Australia national rank #532.

What are the English requirements?

International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and soci...

Last updated 30 Sep 2026. Information is provided for guidance, verify with official sources before applying.