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Bachelor of Business
- Acquire general business knowledge to work across a range of employment sectors
- Choose a major from seven specialisations to develop skills in specific areas of interest
- Tailor your studies to suit your business interests
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Business
Award abbreviation: BBus
QTAC code: 012001 Sippy Downs
012901 Noosa Site **
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-18 / Rank-63
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 2012: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: BU301
CRICOS code: 022807A. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Develop skills applicable to many areas of employment and gain a broad education on which to build a lifetime career.
In this program you gain a strong grounding in business and have the flexibility to design the degree to suit your needs. Foundation courses include economics, management, marketing, research methods, accounting, business law and ethics, and informatics. You then choose courses in specialised streams, generally to gain in-depth knowledge in one discipline (major) and broad knowledge in another discipline (minor).
Majors
Business majors: Applied marketing; human resource management; information systems; international business; management; marketing research; tourism, leisure and event management.
Career opportunities
Depending on the major chosen: business management, human resource management, marketing management, market research, international business, importing / exporting, industrial relations, tourism and hospitality management, retail / sales, computing, systems analysis.
Professional recognition
Students and graduates may become members/associate members of various Australian professional bodies depending on their study specialisations.
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Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete a minimum of 24 courses including all core and required courses listed below.
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
- (Optional) Use electives to complete a major or minor.
- Register any selected majors and 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.
- When enrolling refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Required courses (9)
BUS101 Applied Research Methods
BUS102 Economics for Business
BUS103 Business Law and Ethics
BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour
BUS105 Marketing Theory and Practice
BUS106 Accounting for Business
BUS108 Introduction to Informatics
BUS211 Strategic Management
BUS320 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
Elective courses (13)
Select 13 advanced level elective courses. Of these electives, 7 must be from the School of Business. The remaining 6 may be from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
The 7 Business electives can be used to complete a major or minor from the School of Business.
Majors
Under the Bachelor of Business, majors include:
Minors
Under the Bachelor of Business, minors include:
TOTAL UNITS 288
Study Plan
The Bachelor of Business Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
Core courses (2)
Complete 2 core courses – ONE in your first Semester and ONE in your second semester
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Usual teaching session of offer | Requisites | Units |
|---|
| COR109 Communication and Thought | Semester 1, Semester 2 | Anti: COR102 or COR106 | 12.00 |
| COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | Semester 1, Semester 2 | | 12.00 |
| COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | Semester 1, Semester 2 | | 12.00 |
Required courses (9)
| Course | Usual teaching session of offer | Requisites | Units |
|---|
| BUS101 Applied Research Methods | Semester 2 & Session 11 | | 12.00 |
| BUS102 Economics for Business | Semester 1 & Session 11 | | 12.00 |
| BUS103 Business Law and Ethics | Semester 1 & Session 11 | | 12.00 |
| BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour | Semester 1 & Session 11 | | 12.00 |
| BUS105 Marketing Theory and Practice | Semester 2 & Session 11 | | 12.00 |
| BUS106 Accounting for Business | Semester 2 & Session 11 | Anti: BUS107 | 12.00 |
| BUS108 Introduction to Informatics | Semester 2 & Session 11 | | 12.00 |
| BUS211 Strategic Management | Semester 1 | Pre: BUS104 | 12.00 |
| BUS320 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | Semester 2 | Pre: BUS103 | 12.00 |
Elective courses (13)
Select 7 advanced level (200/300 coded) courses from the School of Business.
Select 6 advanced level (200/300 coded) courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
Why choose USC?
It’s the best of both worlds. Students choose USC for its industry focused degrees, experienced academics, student support, overseas study opportunities and relaxed campus atmosphere.
Am I eligible for university study?
Find out what qualifications you need to apply for entry into your proposed study program. If you don’t have the required qualifications, there may be alternative pathways you can take to gain entry to USC.
If you have previously undertaken university or TAFE studies, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
If English is not your first language, you need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. This requirement applies to all students intending to study at the University.
How do I submit an application?
When should I apply?
Check if the program is offered in Semester 1 and / or Semester 2, then follow the deadlines on the application calendar. The academic calendar provides all the key dates you need to know as a student at USC.
What happens next?
Accept your offer with QTAC (if applicable) and USC, enrol in your classes and attend Orientation.
Where can I ask more questions?
If you have more questions about how to apply:
- Online: find answers to commonly asked questions in the Student FAQs
- Email: information@usc.edu.au
- Phone: Student Administration on +61 7 5430 2890
- In person: Student Central, Building C
If you have questions about your program:
As a USC student, you will need to refer to your study plan to enrol in the appropriate courses each semester or session.
Find out more about how to enrol or follow these steps:
- Check the open enrolment dates and the academic calendar for key dates
- Refer to your Study Plan to plan your courses for the study period
- Find your courses and decide on your classes in the class timetable
- Log on to USC Central and enrol in courses and classes
- Register your major or minor with your faculty (if applicable)
- Apply for credit transfer or cross-institutional study (if applicable)
- Pay required study fees by the fee due date
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