- Equivalent to the first two years of a Bachelor degree
- Associate degrees are also available in arts, science and medical laboratory science
- Apply for an equity scholarship
Program summary
Program title: Associate Degree in Business
Award abbreviation: AssocDegBus
QTAC code: 012141
OP / Rank for 2013 entry: OP-19 / Rank-61
Duration: 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English, Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2013: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 192
USC program code: BU201
CRICOS code: 064623F. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
The Associate Degree in Business provides an alternative entry pathway to a business degree at USC.
This two-year program offers guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree program at USC on completion. You learn generic business principles through core and business foundation courses, then choose an area of specialisation and complete four subjects (a minor) in one of the following areas: accounting; entrepreneurship; events management; financial planning; human resource management; information systems; international business; management; marketing; property; small business management; or tourism leisure and event management.
USC also offers an Associate Degree in Arts, an Associate Degree in Science and an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science.
Career opportunities
Business-related fields; refer to entry for Bachelor of Business
Scholarships
Equity scholarships are available to students enrolled in the Associate Degree in Business. For more information, contact USC Student Administration on Tel: +61 7 5430 2890 or email scholarships@usc.edu.au
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 2 core courses.
- Complete 7 required introductory (100 level) courses.
- Complete 7 electives, 6 must be advanced (200/300 level) courses.
- (Optional) Use electives to complete a major (8 courses) or minor (4 courses).
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 level) courses.
- Complete no more than 3 courses from the School of Communication, School of Social Sciences or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
- Register your selected Majors and Minors 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.
- When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Introductory courses (7)
7 required courses:BUS101 Applied Research Methods
BUS102 Introduction to Economics
BUS103 Business Law and Ethics
BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour
BUS105 Marketing Theory and Practice
BUS106 Accounting for Business
BUS108 Introduction to Informatics
Elective courses (7)
Select 7 elective courses. Of these electives, 6 must be advanced (200 or 300 level) courses and 4 must be from the School of Business.
The 7 elective courses can be used to complete a major or minor study area from the School of Business.
TOTAL UNITS 192
The Associate Degree in Business Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Year 1
One should be studied in your first semester and one in your second semester.
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Communication and Thought | |||
| COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability |
Required courses (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS102 Introduction to Economics | |||
| BUS103 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| BUS105 Marketing Theory and Practice | |||
| BUS106 Accounting for Business | |||
| BUS108 Introduction to Informatics |
Year 2
- One (1) required introductory (100 level) course.
- Seven (7) elective courses:
Six (6) electives must be advanced (200/300) level courses, and a minimum of four (4) must be from the School of Business.
Required course (1)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Applied Research Methods |
Elective courses (7)
Select 7 elective courses, 6 must be advanced (200/300) level courses. A minimum of 4 electives must be from the School of Business
.