Learn how to conduct business across borders and cultures.
Combine a solid foundation in business with dedicated studies in international business. In first year, general business courses include economics, management, marketing, research methods, accounting, business law and ethics, and informatics. In second and third year, undertake specialised studies in the principles of international business, cross-cultural management, international marketing, export management, trade and finance, and global e-business.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- ** Campus note: Students may choose to complete some of the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or at Sippy Downs. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student visa.
- ** Campus note: Students may choose to complete some of the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or at Sippy Downs. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student visa.
Combine a solid foundation in business with dedicated studies in international business. In first year, general business courses include economics, management, marketing, research methods, accounting, business law and ethics, and informatics. In second and third year, 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.
Membership
Australian Institute of Export; Australian Institute of Management; Australian Marketing Institute; Academy of International Business.
Program structure
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 Nursing Internship
COR110 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Cultural Safety
COR111 Communication and Thought
Introductory courses (7)
7 required courses:
BUS101 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
BUS102 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
BUS103 Applied Research Methods
BUS104 Introduction to Economics
BUS105 Business Law and Ethics
BUS106 Management and Organisational Behaviour
BUS108 Introduction to Marketing
Advanced courses (8)
8 required courses:
BUS211 Accounting for Business
BUS320 Introduction to Informatics
IBS210 Strategic Management
IBS220 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
IBS221 Principles of International Business
IBS310 Cross-Cultural Management
IBS320 Trade and Finance in a Global Economy
IBS321 International Marketing
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).