- Develop skills to become a leader in small business and industry
- Complement previous studies or work experience in almost any area
- Combine management skills with electives from any faculty
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Business (Management)
Award abbreviation: BBus(Mgt)
QTAC code: 012041 **
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: BU341
CRICOS code: 028847M. 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 the search for international competitiveness, management skills and vision are vital to the success of any organisation.
You examine several key themes reflecting the challenges facing practising managers. These include: leadership, change, strategy, globalisation, human resource management, ethics and social responsibility, and small business management. You learn to establish good working environments that allow staff to develop and work effectively, understand organisational change, critically assess management ideas, and combine management and technical skills. Specialised studies include project and event management, cross-cultural management, and leadership and team dynamics.
Career opportunities
Business management, administration, industrial relations, management consultancy, public or private organisation management.
Professional recognition
Students and graduates may become members of the Australian Human Resources Institute; Australian Institute of Management.
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice
Program Leader
Dr Bishnu Sharma
Tel: +61 7 5430 2854
Email: bsharma@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 Management and Organisational Behaviour
COR110 Marketing Theory and Practice
COR111 Accounting for Business
Introductory courses (7)
7 required courses:
BUS101 Introduction to Informatics
BUS102 Strategic Management
BUS103 Project Management
BUS104 Applied Research Methods
BUS105 Cross-Cultural Management
BUS106 Leadership and Team Dynamics
BUS108 Small Business and New Venture Management
Advanced courses (8)
8 required courses:
BUS211 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
BUS320 Managing Organisational Change
HRM311 Advanced Strategic Management
HRM321 Communication and Thought
IBS220 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
MGT210 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
MGT310 Applied Research Methods
MGT322 Introduction to Economics
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 (Management) 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 Applied Research Methods | |||
| COR110 Economics for Business | |||
| COR111 Business Law and Ethics |
Introductory courses (6)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS102 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| BUS103 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
| BUS104 Business Finance | |||
| BUS105 Taxation Law and Practice | |||
| BUS106 Introduction to Financial Planning | |||
| BUS108 Retirement and Superannuation |
Year 2
- One (1) required introductory (100 level) course.
- Three (3) required advanced (200/300 level) courses.
- Four (4) elective courses.
Of the 4 electives, 3 must be an advanced (200/300 level) course.
Required courses (4)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS211 Insurance and Risk Management | |||
| MGT210 Personal Investment Management | |||
| BUS101 Tax and Estate Planning | |||
| IBS220 Financial Plan Construction |
Elective courses (4)
Select 4 elective courses, 3 must be an advanced (200/300 level) course.
Year 3
- Five (5) required advanced (200/300 level) courses.
- Three (3) elective courses.
All must be advanced (200/300 level) courses.
Required courses (5)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| HRM311 Communication and Thought | |||
| MGT310 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| BUS320 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| HRM321 Introduction to Economics | |||
| MGT322 Business Law and Ethics |
Elective courses (3)
Select 3 elective courses, all must be advanced (200/300 level) courses.
TOTAL UNITS 288