- Equivalent to the first two years of a Bachelor degree
- Associate degrees are also available in arts, science and medical laboratory science
- Apply for an equity scholarship
Program summary
Program title: Associate Degree in Business
Award abbreviation: AssocDegBus
QTAC code: 012141
OP/Rank for 2012 entry: OP-19 / Rank-62
Duration: 2 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: 192
USC program code: BU201
CRICOS code: 064623F. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
The Associate Degree in Business provides an alternative entry pathway to a business degree at USC.
This two-year program offers guaranteed entry to an undergraduate degree program at USC on completion. You learn generic business principles through core and business foundation courses, then choose an area of specialisation and complete four subjects (a minor) in one of the following areas: accounting; entrepreneurship; events management; financial planning; human resource management; information systems; international business; management; marketing; property; small business management; or tourism leisure and event management.
USC also offers an Associate Degree in Arts, an Associate Degree in Science and an Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Science.
Career opportunities
Business-related fields; refer to entry for Bachelor of Business
Scholarships
Equity scholarships are available to students enrolled in the Associate Degree in Business. For more information, contact USC Student Administration on Tel: +61 7 5430 2890 or email scholarships@usc.edu.au
Enquiries
- Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
- Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete a minimum of 16 courses including all core and required courses listed below.
- (Optional) Use electives to complete a major or minor.
- Register your 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.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Business Law and Ethics
COR110 Management and Organisational Behaviour
COR111 Marketing Theory and Practice
Required courses (7)
BUS101 Accounting for Business
BUS102 Introduction to Informatics
BUS103 Communication and Thought
BUS104 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
BUS105 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
BUS106 Applied Research Methods
BUS108 Economics for Business
Elective courses (7)
Select 7 advanced level courses to complete a major (or minor and electives) from the School of Business.
OR
Select 4 advanced level courses from the School of Business; and
Select 3 advanced level courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
TOTAL UNITS 192
The Associate Degree in Business Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.
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 Consumer Behaviour | |||
| COR110 Services Marketing | |||
| COR111 Accounting for Business |
Required courses (7)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Marketing Communication | |||
| BUS102 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility | |||
| BUS103 Communication and Thought | |||
| BUS104 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship | |||
| BUS105 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
| BUS106 Applied Research Methods | |||
| BUS108 Economics for Business |
Elective courses (7)
Select 4 advanced level (200/300 coded) courses from the School of Business
.
Select 3 advanced level (200/300 coded) courses from from either