Hi Duncan/admin
Expecting your valuable guidance on my University Selection. Here's a brief insight onto my profile:
I completed my Bachelor of Technology and have got 3.5 years experience in Software Business Consulting (I have been working in an MNC as Business Analyst) . I have recently got admit to UTS (University of Technology Sydney) Business School for MBA program with academic Excellence Scholarship. I will have to duly fill up the acceptance form and have to respond back in two weeks time. UTS Business School is AACSB accredited and looks like they have reasonably strong Alumni. I will be an immigrant on student visa for 2 years post which I can avail another 2 year graduate temporary work permit (as per the immigration rule- as on date). I 'm looking for at least two years of International work experience before I return back home.
1. How good is the current post study work options for an International MBA student out there in Australia (in reality).
2.Is it mandatory to have a PR to get into good jobs?
3.Will my prior experience count? (We have got our office branches in Sydney, Queensland and Melbourne-I tried for sabbatical leave but didn't get it and hence I have put my resignation papers lately)
4. Can I meet my living expenses with the part-time casual jobs in Sydney (I have heard many of them saying that its so expensive to live in Sydney)?
5. How tough is it to find a part-time job for an International student in reality?


I'm sorry if I have confused you with a long list of questions. Thought of asking you everything in a shot!:)
Please guide.

Thanking you heartily in advance

I'm not able to answer this in the time I have.

It will be of great help if any of you could kindly help me with some insight onto the current job prospects for an international student in Australia.
Since the immigration rule has got changed lately by offering 2 year temporary graduate work permit, how good is the job market for an MBA grad (International Student without PR)? Pls help.

I would think that you could ask UTS about placements for international students who do not have permanent residency. If they are not forthcoming with this information, that would be a red flag, at least for me.