Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business (Japanese and International Business)
Award abbreviation: BA/BBus
QTAC code: 016301
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-17 / Rank-65
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 384
USC program code: AB305
CRICOS code: 058147B. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Opportunity for in-country Japanese language studies
- Undertake applied industry projects with real businesses
- Travel overseas to find local distributors for business products and services
Combine studies in business and Japanese to pursue a career in international business.
In this program you develop advanced Japanese language skills and a solid foundation in business, with a focus on international business. As well as Japanese, you study business issues, cross-cultural differences and impact on business, politics and government relations, international diplomacy and trade, e-business, and international finance. The international business component has a strong focus on Asia. Japanese study provides a complementary skill, giving you a regional business advantage.
Career opportunities
International business, export/import, teaching (with further study), international trade, foreign affairs, human resources, research, interpreting/translating (with further study).
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.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 12 required courses and 2 electives from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, 16 courses from the Faculty of Business, and 2 core courses.
- Complete a maximum of 5 introductory level courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
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)
Complete 2 COR coded courses — ONE in your first semester and ONE in your second semester.
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Chemistry | |||
| COR110 Communication and Thought | |||
| COR111 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship |
Required introductory courses: (10)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| BUS102 Applied Research Methods | |||
| BUS103 Economics for Business | |||
| BUS104 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| BUS105 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| BUS106 Marketing Theory and Practice | |||
| BUS108 Accounting for Business | |||
| INT100 Introduction to Informatics | |||
| JPN110 International Politics: An Australian Perspective | |||
| JPN111 Japanese A |
Required advanced courses: (18)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS211 Japanese B | |||
| BUS320 Strategic Management | |||
| IBS210 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
| IBS220 Principles of International Business | |||
| IBS221 Cross-Cultural Management | |||
| IBS310 Trade and Finance in a Global Economy | |||
| IBS320 International Marketing | |||
| IBS321 Export Management | |||
| INT235 Global e-Business | |||
| INT250 International Relations: Theory and Practice |
PLUS select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| IND212 Forces of Change in International Politics | |||
| INT230 Indonesia: Society, Culture and Politics | |||
| INT245 Making Public Policy in a Global Era | |||
| INT274 Politics of the USA |
PLUS select the equivalent of 6 advanced courses (72 units) from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPN210 Politics and Security in East Asia | |||
| JPN211 Japanese C | |||
| JPN310 Japanese D | |||
| JPN311 Japanese E | |||
| INT257 Japanese F | |||
| JPN200 International Security | |||
| JPN201 In-Country Japanese Studies A |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
TOTAL UNITS 384
Enquiries
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Tel: +61 7 5430 1259
Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Email: businessfaculty@usc.edu.au
Program Leader - Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Dr Donna Weeks
Tel: +61 7 5459 4603
Email: dweeks@usc.edu.au