Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business (Japanese and International Business)
Award abbreviation: BA/BBus
QTAC code: 016301
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: AB305
CRICOS code: 058147B. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Opportunity for in-country Japanese 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 Japanese to pursue a career in international business.
In this program you develop advanced Japanese language skills and a solid foundation in business, with a focus on international business. As well as Japanese, 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. Japanese 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 Economics for Business | |||
| COR110 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| COR111 Management and Organisational Behaviour |
Required introductory courses: (10)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Marketing Theory and Practice | |||
| BUS102 Accounting for Business | |||
| BUS103 Building Studies 1 | |||
| BUS104 Property Economics | |||
| BUS105 Building Studies 2 | |||
| BUS106 Property Law | |||
| BUS108 Principles of Property Valuation | |||
| INT100 Planning and Environmental Law | |||
| JPN110 Property Investment Valuation and Market Analysis | |||
| JPN111 Property Investment Analysis - Financing and Capital Markets |
Required advanced courses: (18)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS211 Property Development Feasibility and Analysis | |||
| BUS320 Property and Asset Management | |||
| IBS210 Property Research Project | |||
| IBS220 Property Development and Project Management Processes | |||
| IBS221 Statutory and Specialist Valuation | |||
| IBS310 Communication and Thought | |||
| IBS320 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| IBS321 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| INT235 Applied Research Methods | |||
| INT250 Economics for Business |
PLUS select 2 courses from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| IND212 Business Law and Ethics | |||
| INT230 Management and Organisational Behaviour | |||
| INT245 Marketing Theory and Practice | |||
| INT274 Accounting for Business |
PLUS select the equivalent of 6 advanced courses (72 units) from:
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| JPN210 Introduction to Informatics | |||
| JPN211 International Politics: An Australian Perspective | |||
| JPN310 Japanese A | |||
| JPN311 Japanese B | |||
| INT257 Strategic Management | |||
| JPN200 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
| JPN201 Principles of International Business |
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 Donna Weeks
Tel: +61 7 5459 4603
Email: dweeks@usc.edu.au