- 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 Creative Advertising
COR110 Advanced News Reporting
COR111 International Communication
Introductory courses (7)
7 required courses:BUS101 Research into Journalism
BUS102 Creative Writing B: Novel Ideas
BUS103 Creativity and Literature: Chaucer to Romantics
BUS104 Creativity and Literature: Victorians to Moderns
BUS105 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction
BUS106 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of English Literature
BUS108 Environment, Heritage and Tourism
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 The Writer and the Law | |||
| COR110 Media and Promotion: Tourism and Hospitality | |||
| COR111 Communication Campaign Planning |
Required courses (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS102 News Writing: Print and Broadcast | |||
| BUS103 Online Journalism | |||
| BUS104 Creative Writing D: Paperback Hero | |||
| BUS105 Feature Writing | |||
| BUS106 Public Relations Events Project | |||
| BUS108 Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults |
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 Creative Writing for the Illustrated Book |
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
.