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Bachelor of Business (International Business)

  • Undertake applied business projects with real businesses
  • Study a language as a four-course elective
  • Travel overseas as part of the degree

Program summary

Program title: Bachelor of Business (International Business)
Award abbreviation: BBus(IntBus)
QTAC code: 012031 **
OP / Rank for 2013 entry: OP-18 / Rank-62
Duration: 3 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: 288
USC program code: BU331
CRICOS code: 028845B. 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.

In a global business world, targeted skills in international business are valued in both the public and private sectors.

Conducting business across borders and cultures requires specialised skills and knowledge. This program combines a solid foundation in business with dedicated studies in international business. In the first year, you complete general business courses in economics, management, marketing, research methods, accounting, business law and ethics, and informatics. You then undertake specialised studies in the principles of international business, cross-cultural management, international marketing, export management, trade and finance, and global e-business.

Career opportunities

Export / import management, international marketing, foreign affairs, international logistics, international business strategy.

Professional recognition

Students and graduates may become members of the Australian Institute of Export; Australian Institute of Management; Australian Marketing Institute; Academy of International Business.

Enquiries
  • Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
  • Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice

Program Leader
Neville Bell
Tel:+61 7 5456 5071
Email: Nbell1@usc.edu.au


Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Complete 2 core courses.
  • Complete 7 required introductory (100 level) courses.
  • Complete 8 required advanced (200/300 level) courses.
  • Complete 7 elective courses, 6 must be advanced (200/300 level) courses.
  • (Optional) Use electives to complete a minor (4 courses) to supplement the required major.
  • Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
  • Complete no more than 6 courses from the School of Communication, School of Social Sciences or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
  • Register any selected Majors or 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.  

Program Structure

Core courses (2)

Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Accounting for Business
COR110 Introduction to Informatics
COR111 Strategic Management

Introductory courses (7)

7 required courses:
BUS101 Managing Human Resources
BUS102
BUS103
BUS104
BUS105
BUS106
BUS108

Advanced courses (8)

8 required courses:
BUS211
BUS320
IBS210
IBS220
IBS221
IBS310
IBS320
IBS321

Elective courses (7)

Select 7 elective courses. Of the electives, 6 must be advanced (200/300 level) courses. A minimum of 1 course must be from the School of Business, and the remaining 6 electives may be from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).

 



Study Plan

The Bachelor of Business (International Business) Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.

Year 1
  • Two (2) core courses:

One core course should be studied in your first semester and one in your second semester
  • Six (6) required introductory (100 level) courses.
  • Core courses (2)

    Select 2 core courses from:

    CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
    COR109 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction
    COR110 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of English Literature
    COR111 Politics and the Media
    Introductory courses (6)
    CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
    BUS102 Communication and Thought
    BUS103 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
    BUS104 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
    BUS105 Communication Theory and Practice
    BUS106 Introduction to Creative Writing
    BUS108 Public Relations: Contemporary Perspectives
    Year 2
    • One (1) required introductory (100 level) course.
    • Five (5) required advanced (200/300 level) courses.
    • Two (2) elective courses.
      Of the 2 electives, 1 must be an advanced (200/300 level) course.
    Required courses (6)
    CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
    BUS211 Introduction to Journalism
    IBS210 Introduction to Creative Advertising
    IBS310 Communication and Thought
    BUS101 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
    IBS220 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
    IBS221 Introduction to Economics
    Elective courses (2)

    Select 2 elective courses, 1 must be an advanced (200/300 level) course.

    Year 3
    • Three (3) required advanced (200/300 level) courses.
    • Five (5) elective courses.
      All must be advanced (200/300 level) courses.
    Required courses (3)
    CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
    BUS320 Business Law and Ethics
    IBS320 Management and Organisational Behaviour
    IBS321 Marketing Theory and Practice
    Elective courses (5)

    Select 5 elective courses, all must be advanced (200/300 level) courses. Courses can be from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).

    TOTAL UNITS 288

     

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