Bachelor of Business (International Business) - MGB104
| Course Code: | MGB104 |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 1 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce UC - Global Business College of Australia, Melbourne |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Business, Government & Law |
| Discipline(s): | School of Business |
| UAC Code: | 361218 |
| CRICOS Code: | 095934A |
| Lowest Selection Rank: | NEW |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Launch your international business career at UC
This course offers a multidisciplinary approach to analysing the main issues and considerations in the growth and functioning of international businesses. It has a strong emphasis on trade and investment in an international context, and places significant emphasis on managerial issues and perspectives. You’ll develop skills and competencies in the understanding of business systems, and the cross-cultural or supply chain issues affecting them from an international business perspective.
The program covers a range of subjects including globalisation; international trade; regional blocs and markets; free trade agreements; international dimensions of marketing, strategic management and e-business; and the geographical, cultural and institutional factors affecting business decisions and economic development. At the end of your degree, you’ll possess robust qualities which will stand you in good stead for a career in international business, whichever form that may take.
Study a Bachelor of Business (International Business) at UC and you will:
- integrate theory and practice in international business and articulate the impacts of recent developments within the field
- critically evaluate a range of core business skills to find solutions to future work challenges in legal, economic and global business environments
- analyse and apply a range of contemporary approaches to business innovation and organisational change
- develop experience of professional management in work and organisations demonstrating creativity and initiative in new situations
- apply a range of ethical, socially responsible and sustainable solutions in a changing business environment
- reflect upon levels of personal autonomy and accountability associated with the decision-making process
- locate and evaluate a range of research frameworks and skills within international business
- explain how geographical, legal, financial and institutional forces shape international trade
- evaluate the performance of projects in an international context.
Work Integrated Learning
The Bachelor of Business (International Business) integrates theoretical learning with practice thanks to regular authentic Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experiences. Academics and industry work together to facilitate a range of diverse opportunities for you, including work simulations, internship workshops and placements, industry projects, competitions, exhibitions, overseas study tours and more. Previous International Business students have undertaken internships across a range of sectors, with organisations such as the Australia China Business Council, the US Embassy, Kokonut Pacific, Getaboutable.com and PriceWaterhouseCoopers Canberra.
Career opportunities
- International business development manager
- Global account manager
- Import/export specialist
- International business consultant
- Government policy adviser (international)
- International trade coordinator
- International management consultant
- Trade and international economics officer
- International finance manager
- Business intelligence manager
- International trade administrator
- Strategic planning manager
- Foreign affairs officer
- International investment analyst
- Industry association analyst
- International insurance adviser
Course-specific information
High-achieving students can enrol in the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) program.
Enquiries
- Prospective Domestic Students:
- Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226)
- Prospective International Students:
- Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342
- Current and Commencing Students:
- In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au
Admission Requirements
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
GBCA Melbourne Admission:
Admission is only open to applicants articulating with a 1 year Diploma.
Assumed Knowledge
None.
Periods Course is Open to New Admissions
| Year | Location | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2019 | UC - Global Business College of Australia, Melbourne | Semester 2 |
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| 2020 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2020 | UC - Global Business College of Australia, Melbourne | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2021 | UC - Global Business College of Australia, Melbourne | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
| 2022 | UC - Global Business College of Australia, Melbourne | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Semester 1 Semester 2 |
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Credit Arrangements
Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.
Course Requirements
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Business (International Business) | BBus (IntlBus) |
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
The University offers a wide range of delivery options to help you balance study with other commitments. Units within this degree may be available to be studied in the following delivery modes:
UC - Canberra, Bruce
| Placement: | The unit involves an internship, practicum or other work place experience program. Some on-campus, face to face activity may also be required. |
| On Campus: | The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face, supplemented with online content. Most classes are run on weekdays and during business hours. |
UC - Global Business College of Australia, Melbourne
| Placement: | The unit involves an internship, practicum or other work place experience program. Some on-campus, face to face activity may also be required. |
| On Campus: | The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face, supplemented with online content. Most classes are run on weekdays and during business hours. |
To find out more about delivery modes that are available for units in this course please visit
Information for Fee Paying Students
| Year | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | CSP | $31,500 |
| 2020 | CSP | $32,300 |
The fees detailed above are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Course Objectives | Graduate Qualities |
|---|---|
| Integrate theory and practice in International Business and articulate the impacts of recent developments within the field. | 1.1 UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; 1.2 UC graduates are professional: communicate effectively; and 2.2 UC graduates are global citizens: adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries. |
| Critically evaluate a range of core and contemporary business skills to synthesise solutions to future work challenges in the legal, economic and global business environment. | 1.1 UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; 1.3 UC graduates are professional: use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; and 1.4 UC graduates are professional: work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict. |
| Analyse and apply a range of contemporary approaches to business innovation and organisational change. | 1.1 UC graduates are professional: employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; 3.3 UC graduates are lifelong learners: adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; and 3.4 UC graduates are lifelong learners: evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Develop and apply experience of professional management in work and organisations demonstrating creativity and initiative in new situations. | 1.5 UC graduates are professional: display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; 3.1 UC graduates are lifelong learners: reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; and 3.3 UC graduates are lifelong learners: adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. |
| Synthesise and apply a range of ethical, socially responsible and sustainable solutions in a changing business environment and reflect upon levels of personal autonomy and accountability associated with the decision-making process. | 1.6 UC graduates are professional: take pride in their professional and personal integrity, 2.5 UC graduates are global citizens: make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and 2.6 UC graduates are global citizens: behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. |
| Locate and evaluate a range of research frameworks and skills within International Business. | 1.3 UC graduates are professional: use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; 2.1 UC graduates are global citizens: think globally about issues in their profession; and 2.2 UC graduates are global citizens: adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries. |
| Explain how geographical, legal, financial and institutional forces shape international trade. | 1.3 UC graduates are professional: use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; 2.1 UC graduates are global citizens: think globally about issues in their profession; and 2.4 UC graduates are global citizens: communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings. |
| Evaluate the performance of projects in an international context. | 2.1 UC graduates are global citizens: think globally about issues in their profession; 2.2 UC graduates are global citizens: adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; and 2.3 UC graduates are global citizens: understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures. |
Course Duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
High performing students may be eligible for entry into the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) course.
Offerings
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Global Business College of Australia, Melbourne-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for this course for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.