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Bachelor of Business (Marketing)

Note: Last intake Semester 2, 2011; refer to the Bachelor of Business for entry in 2012.

Program summary

Program title: Bachelor of Business (Marketing)
Award abbreviation: BBus(Mktg)
QTAC code: 012051 **
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-18 / Rank-64
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: BU351
CRICOS code: 028846A. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.

** Students may choose to complete the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or on campus. The remainder of the degree is completed on campus. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student Visa.

Highlights
  • Study a degree with career opportunities in almost any industry
  • Develop practical marketing skills with industry-related projects
  • Specialise in Marketing Research or Applied Marketing

Marketing plays a pivotal role in the success of any business.

In this program you learn how to design, implement and manage effective marketing strategies, and how to understand people and their buying patterns. Specialised courses include consumer behaviour, services marketing, promotions management, sport and event marketing, advanced research methods, international marketing, and strategic management. You choose to major in either Marketing Research or Applied Marketing and are encouraged to undertake practical work-related projects in association with industry.

Career opportunities

Marketing management, product development, advertising and sales, public relations, marketing research, consultancy, sport and events management.

Professional recognition

Students and graduates may become members of the Australian Market and Social Research Society of Australia.

Commencing students are no longer eligible for the AMSRS Certificate in Market Research as the society has discontinued the certification. For information about transitional arrangements for students who commenced prior to December 2008, visit the AMSRS website.

Study Plan

This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.

For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:

  • Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
  • Select the program in which you are enrolled.
  • Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Complete a minimum of 24 courses including all core and required courses listed below, and electives.
  • (Optional) Use electives to complete a minor to supplement the required major.
  • Register your selected Major and any Minor with Student Administration.
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure

Marketing Research Major

Core courses: (2)
Complete 2 core courses – ONE in your first semester and ONE in your second semester.

Select 2 core courses from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
COR109 Serious Game Project B
COR110 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology
COR111 Introduction to Indigenous Australia


Required courses: (7)

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
BUS102 International Community Development and Global Justice
BUS103 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory
BUS104 Social Justice, Welfare and the State
BUS106 Understanding Cultural Diversity
BUS108 Industry Project 1: Social and Community Studies
BUS211 Gender and Culture
BUS320 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology


Marketing Research Major courses: (8)

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
BUS101 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
BUS105 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory
MKG210 Social Justice, Welfare and the State
MKG211 Communication and Thought
MKG220 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
BUS301 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
MKG321 Economics for Business


PLUS select 1 course from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
IBS310 Business Law and Ethics
IBS321 Management and Organisational Behaviour
MKG221 Accounting for Business
CMN120 Introduction to Informatics


Elective courses: (7)
Select 7 electives, 6 of which may be from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).

TOTAL UNITS 288

Applied Marketing Major

Core courses: (2) Complete 2 core courses – ONE in your first Semester and ONE in your second semester

Select 2 core courses from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
COR109 Strategic Management
COR110 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
COR111 Applied Research Methods


Required courses: (8)

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
BUS101 Marketing Theory and Practice
BUS102 Consumer Behaviour
BUS103 Services Marketing
BUS104 Marketing Communication
BUS106 Advanced Research Methods
BUS108 Marketing Research Project
BUS211 International Marketing
BUS320 Global e-Business


Applied Marketing Major courses: (8)

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
BUS105 Sport and Event Marketing
MKG210 Public Relations Strategies and Tactics
MKG211 Communication and Thought
MKG220 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship


PLUS select 4 courses from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
IBS310 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
IBS321 Applied Research Methods
MKG221 Economics for Business
CMN120 Business Law and Ethics
CMN218 Management and Organisational Behaviour


Elective courses: (6)
Select 6 elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).

TOTAL UNITS 288

The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.

Enquiries

How to apply

Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Email: businessfaculty@usc.edu.au

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