Bachelor of Commerce (International Business) B.Com(IB)

2009

Program Outline

The Bachelor of Commerce (International Business) is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in international business management. The academic program provides a broad foundation in business as well as specialised studies in international management and international marketing.  In addition, students undertake a semester of study abroad, approved cultural study courses and/or a foreign language.  This academic program offers opportunities for studies that can lead to careers in the increasingly important field of international business.

Related Programs

• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of International Studies

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	Year 12 applicants 2008 Commonwealth-supported TER: 80.05 You must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study (48 units). You must have gained a 'Recorded Achievement' in four SACE Stage 2 HESS (Higher Education Selection Subjects) General subjects (or interstate/International Baccalaureate equivalents). For a full list of SACE subjects and their HESS status please refer to the SATAC Tertiary Entrance Booklet. You compete for a place with your Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER). Higher Education applicants You must have completed at least half a year full time equivalent university study. A Grade Point Average (GPA) is calculated for each separate program you have undertaken (apart from some double degree programs where the GPA is combined). You compete on the basis of your best GPA. VET applicants You must have completed an AQF Diploma or above. Your application will be ranked manually according to your TAFE results. Special Entry applicants You must meet the following criteria: you must be 21 years or over on January 1st of the year that you will be studying*, you must not hold a completed higher education level award, and if you have been enrolled in a course leading to a higher education level award in the last 3 years, you must not have completed more than 2 years full time equivalent university study. If you meet this criteria, you will be ranked according to your result in the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT). Personal Competencies (PC) and Employment Experience (EE) statements are not considered for entry into the Bachelor of Commerce and your STAT result is not weighted between verbal and quantitative components. *The age restriction is 19 years or over if you have completed either the Flinders Foundation course or the UniSA Foundation Studies program or the UniSA Program for Adult Learners. Indigenous applicants may be eligible for entry through the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Access Scheme. See Wilto Yerlo for further information.
How to apply:	Apply through SATAC SATAC application dates Application and Admission
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $8,677
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6 International TER 80
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Mid-year entry?	Yes
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $23,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

For students commencing Level 1 in 2008:  

Additional requirements:

Either:
one semester of study undertaken at an approved overseas institution (12 units) and at least one Level II Humanities and Social Sciences course (3 units),
or
at least two approved cultural studies courses (6 units) from the list of courses provided in the Undergraduate Handbook, or study of a foreign language (at least 12 units). 

Career Opportunities

The degree is designed for those who wish to work in a general management position within a company involved in international business, or for those who can bring such expertise to public bodies such as government.  Career opportunities include business consultant, export / import trade, international trade or business analyst.

Potential careers

Business Consultant, Export / Import trade, International Trade or Business Analyst, Manager / Business Management, Business Analyst

Graduate Attributes

Commerce Undergraduate Program Graduate Attributes

Useful Links

• Program Information Leaflet
• Business School
• Undergraduate Scholarships
• Student Centre enquiry form

Program Rules

School of Commerce