Monash University: University Handbooks: Undergraduate Handbook 2002: Units indexed by faculty
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Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance) -- by off-campus distributed learning


General information

Course code: 0391 + Course abbreviation: BBus(Bkg&Fin) + Course coordinator: Mr Michael Vincent + The following describes the new course structure introduced for the first time in 2000 and is applicable to off-campus students + Continuing students enrolled in the old structure should refer to the 2000 university handbook
This course is principally designed for students seeking a career in the banking and finance industry or who are already employed in the banking and finance industry and are seeking a relevant tertiary qualification on a part-time basis. In addition to a core of business foundation units, the course provides a specialist study in a number of key functional areas of relevance to financial institutions and markets. Six elective units may be taken during the second half of the course. This course is generally open only to candidates who have reached the age of 23 years and over.
The course is normally offered on a part-time basis and is of six years duration. A part-time candidate is expected to undertake two units per semester.

Advanced standing (credit for work done elsewhere)

In addition to part one, section five of the degree regulations, the following credit transfers have been standardised for the Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance):

Mode of offering

The course is taught off-campus. Course administration is the responsibility of the Department of Accounting and Finance, Caulfield campus.

Professional accreditation

The degree satisfies the educational requirements for senior associate membership of the Australasian Institute of Banking and Finance. Holders of the degree who have not completed the two years employment in the banking and finance industry required for senior associate membership are eligible for associate membership in the interim.

Course structure

Inner core

The following six units are compulsory:

Outer core

The following six units are nominated:

Strand

The following six units are compulsory for students in the Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance):

Electives

In addition to the above 18 units in the 144-point program, students must choose six electives from any discipline within any faculty, subject to approval from other faculties.
The new course structure introduces greater flexibility and the following additional regulations must be observed:

Application procedures

All applicants should contact the flexible learning programs administrator, Department of Accounting and Finance, Monash University, Caulfield campus, PO Box 197, Caulfield East, Victoria 3145, for application forms and instructions. Telephone (03) 9903 2359, fax (03) 9903 2838.
Note that applicants should clearly state the full name of the course to ensure that the correct material is sent, namely Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance) by off-campus distributed learning.

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