Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business (Indonesian and International Business)
Award abbreviation: BA/BBus
QTAC code: 016201
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-17 / Rank-65
Duration: 4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 384
USC program code: AB304
CRICOS code: 058146C. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Opportunity for in-country Indonesian language studies
- Undertake applied industry projects with real businesses
- Travel overseas to find local distributors for business products and services
Combine studies in business and Indonesian to pursue a career in international business.
In this program you develop advanced Indonesian language skills and a solid foundation in business, with a focus on international business. As well as Indonesian, you study business issues, cross-cultural differences and impact on business, politics and government relations, international diplomacy and trade, e-business, and international finance. The international business component has a strong focus on Asia. Indonesian study provides a complementary skill, giving you a regional business advantage.
Career opportunities
International business, export/import, teaching (with further study), international trade, foreign affairs, human resources, research, interpreting/translating (with further study).
Professional recognition
Students and graduates may become members of the Australian Institute of Export; Australian Institute of Management; Australian Marketing Institute; Academy of International Business.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 12 required courses and 2 electives from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, 16 courses from the Faculty of Business and 2 core courses.
- Complete a maximum of 5 introductory level courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
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.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Core courses: (2)
Complete 2 COR coded courses — ONE in your first semester and ONE in your second semester.
Select 2 core courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Media and Promotion: Tourism and Hospitality | |||
| COR110 News Writing: Print and Broadcast | |||
| COR111 Online Journalism |
Required introductory courses: (10)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Communication and Thought | |||
| BUS102 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| BUS103 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| BUS104 Applied Research Methods | |||
| BUS105 Economics for Business | |||
| BUS106 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| BUS108 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| IND110 Marketing Theory and Practice | |||
| IND111 Accounting for Business | |||
| INT100 Introduction to Informatics |
Required advanced courses: (18)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS211 Indonesian A | |||
| BUS320 Indonesian B | |||
| IBS210 International Politics: An Australian Perspective | |||
| IBS220 Strategic Management | |||
| IBS221 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
| IBS310 Principles of International Business | |||
| IBS320 Cross-Cultural Management | |||
| IBS321 Trade and Finance in a Global Economy | |||
| INT235 International Marketing | |||
| INT250 Export Management |
PLUS select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| INT230 Global e-Business | |||
| INT245 International Relations: Theory and Practice | |||
| INT274 Forces of Change in International Politics |
PLUS select the equivalent of 6 advanced courses (72 units) from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| IND210 Making Public Policy in a Global Era | |||
| IND211 Politics of the USA | |||
| IND310 Politics and Security in East Asia | |||
| IND311 Indonesian C | |||
| IND212 Indonesian D | |||
| INT257 Indonesian E | |||
| IND220 Indonesian F | |||
| IND221 Indonesia: Society, Culture and Politics | |||
| IND222 International Security | |||
| IND223 In-Country Indonesian Studies A |
Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
TOTAL UNITS 384
Enquiries
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Tel: +61 7 5430 1259
Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Email: businessfaculty@usc.edu.au
Program Leader - Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Dr Phillip Mahnken
Tel: +61 7 5430 1254
Email: pmahnken@usc.edu.au