Bachelor of Commerce with the degree of Bachelor of Science with a major in International Business
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Overview
Be part of the business of science. Embrace the challenge of today's science and technology industries as they meet the fast-paced world of business and finance.
Commerce, or business, is the exchange of goods or commodities. In this degree you will study management, marketing, finance and accounting as well as undertake research and study in a science discipline of your choice.
A major in international business will allow you to:
- consider the implications of business decisions on a global scale, and for Australian business
- study the social sciences.
You’ll study marketing, business economics, financial accounting, statistics, international business environment, international business strategy and global business, society and environment.
And can consider demography, geography, geographic information systems, anthropology and politics.
Degrees offering International Business
Key features
- Think like a global businessperson
Location
North Ryde
Suitable for
Students interested in business within a broad international context.
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Entry requirements
- HSC General Mathematics (Assumed Knowledge)
- Introductory units and bridging courses are available for students without the assumed prior knowledge.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| Degree requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for this degree | 96 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 60 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 30 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Commerce designated units | 42 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Science designated units | 42 |
| Completion of Specified Foundation Units | |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Commerce | |
| Completion of a Qualifying Major for the Bachelor of Science | |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Double degree requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this double degree.
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | ACST101 | Techniques and Elements of Finance | 3 | ||
| Required | BBA102 | Principles of Management | 3 | ||
| Required | ECON111 | Microeconomic Principles | 3 | ||
| Required | MKTG101 | Marketing Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | either | ACCG100 | Accounting IA | ||
| or | ACCG106 | Accounting Information for Decision-Making | 3 | ||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 33 | ||||
Major requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this major
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | either | ACCG100 | Accounting IA | ||
| or | ACCG106 | Accounting Information for Decision-Making | 3 | ||
| Required | ECON111 | Microeconomic Principles | 3 | ||
| Required | MKTG101 | Marketing Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | one of | STAT170 | Introductory Statistics | ||
| STAT171 | Statistical Data Analysis | ||||
| PSY122 | Design and Statistics I | 3 | |||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | BUS201 | Introduction to Global Business | 3 | ||
| Required | BUS202 | International Business Operations | 3 | ||
| Required | MKTG209 | Global Marketing | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Capstone | BUS303 | C | International Business Project | 3 | |
| Required | BUS301 | Global Business Strategy | 3 | ||
| Required | BUS305 | Global Business, Society and Environment | 3 | ||
| Required | 3cp from | BBA320 | Asian Business Environment | ||
| BBA340 | Cross Cultural Management | 3 | |||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this major | 33 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Career Opportunities
- Account executive
- Associate management consultant
- Business analyst
- Business development officer
- Communications manager
- Financial officer
- Graduate accountant
- Human resource administrator
- Import/export manager
- International relations manager
- International political adviser
- International trade adviser
- Marketing analyst
- Office manager
- Operations analyst
- Sales and marketing officer
Employers
- Large and small businesses
- Business analyst firms
- Government organisations
- Management consultancy firms
- Marketing and PR firms
- Not-for-profit institutions
Average starting salary
Business graduates can expect competitive salaries that compare well to salaries within other fields. According to Graduate Careers Australia, the median salary for business graduates is $47,500.
Profiles
Our Graduates
Katie Barter
The International Business major at Macquarie University is a fantastic way to gain an understanding of how business works both locally and internationally. The course provides excellent structure, enabling students to understand big business strategy from a detailed viewpoint. The degree also allows enough flexibility in order to specialise in specific areas of business or other subjects. I would recommend the International Business major to anyone who wants more from a Business degree, because it takes the boring out of Business.
Our Expertise
Dr Rob Jack
Rob is the program coordinator for the International Business major. He received his PhD in international business from Monash University. Hs professional experience has comprised of senior managerial positions in event and venue management. He has also been involved in developing and implementing key marketing strategies and procedures for some of Melbourne's most prestigious venues.
Rob has taught International Marketing and Research, International Business Strategy and International Business Theory and Practice at Monash and the Australian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship at Swinburne University.
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