I think your perception of Australia isn't well grounded. Australia's universities (esp. U of Melb, U of Syd, and ANU) are world-class universities. U of Melb business school ranks among top 50 (in general) in the world. I am sure you can do some research to find their standing/reputation among other world-class universities. Check out the offers received by their students: http://www.mbs.edu/go/the-mbs-experience/develop-your-career/employment-outcomes I currently work for a US-based Fortune 500 (a tier 1 consulting company) in Melb and they had no quarrels with my Australian graduate degree (I did my bachelors from the US). I have also gotten to know few Australian friends who've gotten a job offer from other US-based Fortune 500 companies, and have decided to move to the US (for personal reasons). Just like in the US where universities ranked below 50 is not so easy to recognize the university you are going to attend (Victoria University) isn't well known here and probably ranked below par. Your best bet is to apply to one of the universities I mentioned above (it's tough but worthwhile). All the best mate!