Are there specific requirements for letters of recommendation, such as needing to be from professors or can they be from work in Australia/New Zealand for a MBA?

For MBA applications in Australia, Singapore, and New Zealand, you should provide letters of recommendation from professional sources - such as current or former supervisors - not professors.

Admissions committees value references that highlight your work performance, leadership, and management potential. Academic references are usually only needed if you have limited work experience or if a program specifically requests them.

With your extensive work experience, focus on strong professional recommendations that can speak to your achievements and leadership abilities. If you have concerns about confidentiality, you can use a former supervisor, senior colleague, or client as a recommender.