Bachelor of Business Studies (online) - 285JA
| Course Code: | 285JA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 2 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce UCI - Lingnan Institute for Further Education, Hong Kong |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline(s): | Canberra Business School |
| UAC Code: | 361188 |
| Selection Rank: | 60 |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Accelerate your business career at your own pace
Do you want to improve your business skills but already have a busy life? Our Bachelor of Business Studies (online) is the perfect way to build towards a successful career in business at a pace that suits you. With a strong focus on management and leadership development you will develop the knowledge and skills to lead with confidence in today’s competitive global business environment.
Study our Bachelor of Business Studies (Online) at UC and you will:
- develop general knowledge common to all business career paths, as well as choose electives for your special interests
- understand how modern businesses operate and the systems they use
- gain strong self-directed learning abilities through online study
- be able to work in small and medium sized businesses with confidence
- refine your communication skills for international business
- have the foundations for further study in the business field
- be able to customise your course work to include units from other online programs or mix online, self-paced study with study at one of our campuses.
Work-integrated learning (WIL)
In your final year you will put your academic learning into practice by undertaking a strategic development project as part of the Advanced Management subject.
Career opportunities
- Accounting
- Management
- Business
- Commerce
- Administration
Course specific information
This course is designed to meet the needs of working professionals, carers, elite athletes, members of the defence forces or anyone else with limited time. You will have the freedom to start and work through a unit at your own pace. If you are looking for a shorter course of study you can exit this degree with a Diploma of Business Studies (1 year) or an Associate Degree of Business Studies (2 years).
Course patterns
As the course is self-paced it is not taught in standard semesters. Students can start and complete units at any time (subject to prerequisites). All students must complete Introduction to University Study prior to commencement of any other units.
Enquiries
- Current and Commencing Students
- In person Faculty of Business, Government & Law student support area (Building 11, Level B, Room 27 -- Reception counter Email BGLCourseConveners@canberra.edu.au
- Prospective Domestic Students
- Email study@canberra.edu.au Ph 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
- Prospective International Students
- Email international@canberra.edu.au, Tel +61 2 6201 5342
Admission Requirements
Normal UC requirements for admission to an undergraduate course.
Additional Admission Requirements
None.
Assumed Knowledge
None.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Studies | B BusStud |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Associate Degree of Business Studies | Diploma of Business Studies |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details. This course is closed to new admissions in 2017. Please contact the Faculty via the Enquiry detalis for further information.
Professional Accreditation
None.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business Studies Graduates will have broad and coherent knowledge and skills for operating and supporting small- and medium-sized enterprises as well as the foundations to further their education in the business field. |
Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| Graduates will have broad and coherent theoretical and technical business operational knowledge with more in-depth knowledge in one or more disciplines such as small business operations, marketing and/or project management. | Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| This course will develop cognitive, technical and communication skills so graduates will be able to analyse and evaluate business information to complete activities to support the wellbeing of an enterprise. They will be able to generate and communicate solutions to unpredictable and complex problems related to internal and external business factors. | Communication; Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| Graduates will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, well-developed judgement and responsibility. Students will gain strong self-directed learning abilities through the online delivery, within the parameters of business theories and practices, positioning them for lifelong learning. | Professional and Social responsibility; Working independently and with others |
| Associate Degree in Business Studies Graduates will have broad and coherent knowledge and skills for operating and supporting small- and medium-sized enterprises as well as the foundations to further their education in the business field. |
Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| Graduates will have theoretical and technical business operational knowledge. | Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| This course will develop cognitive, technical and communication skills so graduates will be able to analyse business information to complete activities to support the operations of an enterprise. They will be able to generate and communicate solutions to complex problems related to internal and external business factors. | Communication; Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| Graduates will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and responsibility. Students will gain strong self-directed learning abilities through the online delivery, within the parameters of business theories and practices, positioning them for lifelong learning. | Professional and Social responsibility; Working independently and with others |
| Diploma of Business Studies Graduates will have specialised knowledge and skills for operating and supporting small- and medium-sized enterprises as well as the foundations to further their education in the business field. |
Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| Graduates will have theoretical and technical business operational knowledge. | Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| This course will develop cognitive, technical and communication skills so graduates will be able to analyse business information to complete activities to support the operations an enterprise. They will be able to generate and communicate solutions to unpredictable and complex problems related to internal and external business factors. | Communication; Analysis and inquiry; Problem solving |
| Graduates will apply knowledge and skills to demonstrate autonomy, judgement and responsibility. Students will gain strong self-directed learning abilities through the online delivery, within the parameters of business theories and practices, positioning them for lifelong learning. | Professional and Social responsibility; Working independently and with others |
Course Duration
This course is studied at the student's own pace and is equivalent to three years full-time study. Maximum duration is equivalent to ten years full-time study.
Honours
High performing students may be eligible for entry into the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) course delivered on-campus in Canberra.
Related Courses (Double Degrees, Nested Courses and Alternative Exits)
Students may exit the course with an Associate Degree in Business Studies on completion of 48cp of units from this course, or a Diploma of Business Studies on completion of 24cp of units from this course.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Online
- 2016->UCI - Lingnan Institute for Further Education, Hong Kong-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Online
- 2017->UCI - Lingnan Institute for Further Education, Hong Kong-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Online
- 2018->UCI - Lingnan Institute for Further Education, Hong Kong-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Online
- 2019->UCI - Lingnan Institute for Further Education, Hong Kong-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Online
- 2020->UCI - Lingnan Institute for Further Education, Hong Kong-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
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