- 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 International Marketing
COR110 Applied Research Methods
COR111 Cross-Cultural Management
Introductory courses (7)
7 required courses:
BUS101 Trade and Finance in a Global Economy
BUS102 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
BUS103 Managing Global Logistics
BUS104 Global e-Business
BUS105 Communication and Thought
BUS106 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
BUS108 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Advanced courses (8)
8 required courses:
BUS211 Applied Research Methods
BUS320 Introduction to Economics
IBS210 Business Law and Ethics
IBS220 Management and Organisational Behaviour
IBS221 Marketing Theory and Practice
IBS310 Accounting for Business
IBS320 Introduction to Informatics
IBS321 Strategic Management
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
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Research into Journalism | |||
| COR110 Creative Writing B: Novel Ideas | |||
| COR111 Creativity and Literature: Chaucer to Romantics |
Introductory courses (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS102 Creativity and Literature: Victorians to Moderns | |||
| BUS103 Reality Bites: An Exploration of Non-Fiction | |||
| BUS104 Wonderworlds: An Exploration of English Literature | |||
| BUS105 Environment, Heritage and Tourism | |||
| BUS106 Communication and Thought | |||
| BUS108 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship |
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)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS211 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| IBS210 Introduction to Economics | |||
| IBS310 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| BUS101 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| IBS220 Marketing Theory and Practice | |||
| IBS221 Accounting for Business |
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)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS320 Introduction to Informatics | |||
| IBS320 Strategic Management | |||
| IBS321 Principles of International Business |
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