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Monash University Handbook 2010Undergraduate courses by faculty: Faculty of Business and EconomicsFaculty of Business and Economics courses collation-ug-byfaculty-bus 1834 - Diploma of BusinessThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
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DescriptionThis course provides a pathway to tertiary education for supervisory and administrative personnel whose knowledge is largely self-developed. It is designed to provide a broad knowledge base in business and develop in students the management skills to recognise and implement improvement opportunities within organisations. ObjectivesThe Diploma of Business aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have an understanding of their discipline and who are able to provide discipline based solutions to business problems. StructureThe course structure has two components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of eight units (48 points), this includes five core units and three electives. The following sequence is recommended: Year oneFirst semesterSecond semester
Year twoFirst semesterSecond semester
Electives must be drawn from units offered within course 2224 Bachelor of Business and Commerce. Note that prerequisites may apply. Progression to further studiesStudents who successfully complete the Diploma of Business may be eligible for admission to course 2224 Bachelor of Business and Commerce. Award(s)Diploma of Business 3813 - Associate Degree in Business and CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe course provides a tertiary education for people interested in fast-track career progression in business. It is designed to provide either a detailed knowledge in a single field of business and commerce or broad fundamental knowledge of general principles and applications of business and commerce in two chosen fields of study. ObjectivesThe Associate Degree in Business and Commerce aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have an understanding of their discipline and who are able to provide discipline based solutions to business problems. (d.) have capacity to integrate and synthesise knowledge from across disciplines to create innovative applications in organisational settings. StructureThe course structure has two main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 16 units (96 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) four compulsory common core units (24 points) from:
(b.) eight units (48 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics as follows:* (i.) option one:
(ii.) option two:
(c.) a further four units (24 points) subject to the following conditions:
Additional requirements:
* Depending on the major or sub-majors chosen, some of the units may have already been studied as part of the group of common core units - where this is the case, students will select alternative units from the faculty to complete requirement (b.). Units required for specified majorsAccounting (part-time only)**The following eight units:
** Additional units required for professional accreditation: BTW2220 (Corporations law and trusts) and ECW1102 (Introductory macroeconomics). Business law(Off-campus learning) (a.) The following unit:
(b.) seven of the following units:
Economics(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five of the following units:
Human resource management(a.) The following two units: (b.) six of the following units:
Management(a.) The following three units: (b.) a further five units (30 points) offered by the Department of Management on the student's home campus subject to the following condition:
Marketing(a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one further unit from units offered by the Department of Marketing. Award(s)Associate Degree in Business and Commerce 0169 - Bachelor of AccountingThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
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DescriptionThe Bachelor of Accounting is a specialist degree, based on an industry-based learning scheme with scholarships sponsored by industry. The outstanding feature of the course is two periods of structured industry-based learning. Students selected to undertake the degree are awarded a scholarship of $8000 per annum in their second and third years of study. The scholarships are provided by industry sponsors, who play an important role in the industry-based learning periods. During the industry-based learning periods, students will work in corporate settings and complete specified projects determined jointly by academics and sponsors. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Accounting aims to produce graduate who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) be able to construct conceptual frameworks and use these to analyse complex issues in the corporate sector, government and the professions. Professional recognitionThis degree with relevant units is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 22 units (144 points) over a maximum of 8 years as follows: (a.) 14 compulsory units (84 points):
(b.) two industry-based learning units (24 points): (c.) six electives (36 points) subject to the following conditions:
* Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Award(s)Bachelor of Accounting 4403 - Bachelor of Arts (Global) and Bachelor of CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis course provides a professional education in a range of commerce and business disciplines, with a strong emphasis on developing analytical skills, and enables students to include an international element to arts studies by providing core units in international and global studies, and the opportunity for students to study overseas. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0179.html and http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/3910.html Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html StructureThe course structure has the following components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) at least two units from the following list (12 points):
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points):*
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) * Depending on the major or sub-majors chosen, some of the units may have already been studied as part of the group of common core units - where this is the case, students will select alternative units from the faculty to complete requirement (b.). Additional Bachelor of Commerce degree requirements:
(b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Arts as follows: (i.) two core units (12 points) in global studies: (ii.) an international studies major of eight units (48 points) (iii.) an arts minor of four units (24 points) (iv.) an additional first-year arts sequence (12 points) (v.) a minimum of one and a maximum of three semester(s) abroad at another Monash campus or designated overseas university (ie exchange partner). Details of arts majors and minors are available via http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html. Additional Bachelor of Arts degree requirements:
Units required for specified Faculty of Business and Economics majorsAsian development and transition(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) six units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Business modelling(a.) The following five units:
(b.) three units from the following list:
Competition, regulation and public policy(a.) Two units from the following list: (b.) six units from the following list:
Finance(a.) The following three units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed:
Human resource management(a.) Six units from the following list:
(b.) two units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Information, strategy and decision making(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five units from the following list:
International commerce(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Labour and employment(a.) The following five units:
(b.) one of the following units: (c.) two units from the following list:
Sustainability(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) the following two units:
(c.) four units from the following list:
Faculty of Business and Economics discipline majorsAccounting(a.) The following eight units:
Business law and taxationStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Business Law and Taxation, Clayton campus (BTC or Clayton-based BTX units). EconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). ManagementStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Management, Clayton campus (MGC or Clayton-based MGX units). MarketingStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the offered by the Department of Marketing, Clayton campus (MKC or Clayton-based MKX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Arts (Global) 1807 - Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business and CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double-degree course is designed to provide maximum flexibility and to allow depth and breadth in the study of the major business, commerce and humanities discipline areas. Its structure provides the capacity to tailor applications and focus in different contexts and different environments while ensuring knowledge of the theory, principles and core elements in the relevant discipline areas. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/2224.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0002.html. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html StructureThe course structure has four main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment to reach the required 16 units Additional Bachelor of Business and Commerce requirements:
(b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Arts as follows: (i.) a major of eight units (48 points) (ii.) a minor of four units (24 points) (iii.) an additional first-year sequence of two units (12 points) in an arts discipline (iv.) any two units (12 points) taken from the Faculty of Arts. Details of arts majors and minors are available via http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified Faculty of Business and Economics majorsKey to campus of offering:
Accounting*(Gippsland, OCL) The following eight units:
* For professional accreditation, BTW2220 (Corporations law and trust) must be undertaken. Business law(OCL only) The following eight units:
Economics(Gippsland, OCL) (a.) the following four units:
(b.) four of the following units:
Finance and macroeconomics(Gippsland only) The following eight units:
Human resource management(Gippsland, OCL) (a.) the following two units: (b.) six of the following units:
Management(Gippsland, OCL) (a.) the following three units: (b.) a further five units (30 points) offered by the Department of Management on your home campus subject to the following condition:
Marketing(Gippsland, OCL) (a.) the following seven units:
(b.) one further unit offered by the Department of Marketing on your home campus, or BTW3281 Marketing law Award(s)Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Business and Commerce 0542 - Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double-degree program provides a professional education in a range of commerce disciplines, with a strong emphasis on developing analytical skills. It enables students to include in their studies a range of social science and humanities disciplines. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0179.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0002.html. Professional recognitionThis degree with relevant units is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html StructureThe course structure has four main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) at least two units from the following list (12 points):
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units Additional Bachelor of Commerce degree requirements:
(b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Arts as follows: (i.) a major of eight units (48 points) (ii.) a minor of four units (24 points) (iii.) an additional first-year arts sequence (12 points) (iv.) a further two units (12 points) from the Faculty of Arts Details of arts majors and minors are available via http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html. Additional Bachelor of Arts degree requirements:
Faculty of Business and Economics majorsUnits required for cross-discipline majorsAsian development and transition(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) six units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Business modelling(a.) The following five units:
(b.) three units from the following list:
Competition, regulation and public policy(a.) Two units from the following list: (b.) six units from the following list:
Finance(a.) The following three units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed:
Human resource management(a.) Six units from the following list:
(b.) two units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Information, strategy and decision making(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five units from the following list:
International commerce(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Labour and employment(a.) The following five units:
(b.) one of the following units: (c.) two units from the following list:
Sustainability(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) the following two units:
(c.) four units from the following list:
Discipline majorsAccounting(a.) The following eight units:
Business law and taxationStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Business Law and Taxation, Clayton campus (BTC or Clayton-based BTX units). EconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). ManagementStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Management, Clayton campus (MGC or Clayton-based MGX units). MarketingStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the offered by the Department of Marketing, Clayton campus (MKC or Clayton-based MKX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Commerce 3804 - Bachelor of Biomedical Science and Bachelor of EconomicsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double degree provides a professional education in the disciplines of biomedical science and economics, with a strong emphasis in developing skills as health economists in the health services industry. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0023.html and http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/2230.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Economics component at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) an additional two units (12 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Economics at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 12 units iv.) an additional four electives (24 points) may be taken from any Faculty of Business and Economics programs and campuses,* or from the following complementary disciplines from the Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Science:
Details of these disciplines is available at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-sci.html. * Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. (b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences as follows: (i.) year one - four compulsory units (24 points):
(ii.) year two - four compulsory units (24 points):
(iii.) year three - four compulsory units (24 points):
(iv.) year four - two compulsory units and two elective units (24 points):
Faculty of Business and Economics majorsEconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Economics Bachelor of Biomedical Science 3806 - Bachelor of BusinessThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe course is designed to provide graduates with high-level skills in a range of key business disciplines. It blends a conceptual theoretical framework with practical applications and covers basic discipline material through to more specialised requirements in the selected discipline. Graduates will be well equipped to seek employment in both private and public-sector enterprises. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business aims to develop graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) additional units taken in the Bachelor of Business, Caulfield campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
* Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsAccounting(a.) The following six units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
Banking and finance(a.) The following six units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
Business Law(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Econometrics(a.) At least two of the following three units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Economics(a.) The following six units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
Human resource management(a.) The following six units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
Management(a.) The following six units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
Marketing(a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one additional unit from the level two and three units offered by the Department of Marketing at the Caulfield campus. The unit BTF3181 (Marketing law) may also be chosen as part of the marketing major in this degree. Psychology(a.) The following nine units:
(b.) one unit from the following list:
Award(s)Bachelor of Business 0315 - Bachelor of Business (Accounting)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe course is designed to provide graduates with high-level skills in both the specialised field of accounting and the general field of business management. Graduates will be capable of pursuing careers in professional accounting and a wide range of business fields. The course blends a conceptual theoretical framework with practical applications and covers basic discipline material through to more specialised accounting requirements. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Accounting) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of 10 units (60 points) in accounting:*
* The unit AFF1000 is one of the units in this major and will have already been studied as part of the group of common core units - students will therefore complete an additional unit as detailed below. (iii.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
** Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required accounting major(a.) The following six units:
(b.) four units from the following list:
Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Accounting) 1333 - Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double-degree course aims to produce graduates who are equipped to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing business environment and to operate effectively in the new and deregulated financial markets sector. Students will also gain an understanding of the external environment within which business operates, with particular emphasis on Australia's international context. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years of study as follows: (a.) 24 units (144 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a 10-unit major in accounting (60 points) (iii.) a 10-unit major in banking and finance (60 points):
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus to reach the required minimum of 24 units (144 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points)
* Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
In addition to specific unit prerequisites, third-year level units require the successful completion of two second year-level units and second year-level units require the successful completion of three first-year level units. Units required for specified majorsAccounting(a.) The following six units:
(b.) four units from the following list:
Banking and finance(a.) The following six units:
(b.) four units from the following list:
Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Accounting) Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance) 1334 - Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Bachelor of Business (Management)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double-degree course aims to produce graduates who are able to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing business environment and who can operate effectively in the business world of today. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Accounting) and Bachelor of Business (Management) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years of study as follows: (a.) 24 units (144 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: i) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a 10 unit (60 points) major in accounting (iii.) a 10 unit (60 points) major in management:
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus to reach the required minimum of 24 units (144 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
* Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsAccounting(a.) The following six units:
(b.) four units from the following list:
Management(a.) The following six units:
(b.) four units from the following list: Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Accounting) Bachelor of Business (Management) 0312 - Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe course is designed to provide graduates with high-level skills in both the specialised field of banking and finance and the general field of business management. Graduates will be capable of pursuing careers in the banking and finance industry and a wide range of business fields. The course blends a conceptual theoretical framework with practical applications and covers basic discipline material through to more specialised banking and finance requirements. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and who are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of 10 units (60 points) in banking and finance:
(b.) eight open electives (48 points):
*Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being spare capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for banking and finance major(a.) The following six units:
(b.) four units from the following list:
Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Banking and Finance) 3154 - Bachelor of Business (Law)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis course recognises the fundamental importance of business law and taxation in a rapidly changing commercial world, and seeks to provide graduates with extended skills in these areas. Graduates will gain skills in handling the wide range of complex legal and taxation issues that are commonly faced in many areas of business management and government agencies. The Bachelor of Business (Law) does not provide the basis for admission to practise as a barrister or solicitor. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Law) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and who are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of 10 units (60 points) in business law:
(iii.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points)
* Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for business law major(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
(c.) two units from the following list:
Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Law) 1337 - Bachelor of Business (Management) and Bachelor of Business (Marketing)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe course is designed to provide graduates with high-level skills in the specialised fields of marketing and management. Graduates will be capable of pursuing careers in a wide range of marketing and management areas. The course blends a conceptual theoretical framework with practical applications and covers basic discipline material through to more specialised marketing and management requirements. Graduates will be well equipped to seek employment in both private and public-sector enterprises. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Management) and Bachelor of Business (Marketing) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations (b.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(c.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(d.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and who are able to provide discipline based solutions to business problems. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years of study as follows: (a.) 24 units (144 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: i) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a 10 unit (60 points) major in management (iii.) a 10 unit (60 points) major in marketing:
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus to reach the required minimum of 24 units (144 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
* Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsManagement(a.) The following six units:
(b.) four units from the following list:
Marketing(a.) The following seven units:
(b.) three additional units from the level two and level three units offered by the Department of Marketing at the Caulfield campus. The unit BTF3181 Marketing law may also be chosen as part of the marketing major in this degree. Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Management) Bachelor of Business (Marketing) 0314 - Bachelor of Business (Marketing)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionIn this course, marketing studies are combined with a general business education to ensure that graduates have a broad perspective of business from which to enter and progress in their marketing careers. The program aims at developing a basis that will enable the graduate to deal with change in a dynamic society and also provide a foundation for further study. Students completing the course are expected to be well informed and developed in their decision-making skills and approach to business problems and issues. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Marketing) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and who are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entity:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of 10 units (60 points) in marketing:
(iii.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business at the Caulfield campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
* Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for marketing major(a.) The following seven units:
(b.) three additional units from the level two and three units offered by the Department of Marketing at the Caulfield campus. The unit BTF3181 Marketing law may also be chosen as part of the marketing major in this degree. Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Marketing) 4407 - Bachelor of Business (Psychology)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis course aims to produce highly trained and proficient graduates who are well qualified to apply their psychological training to work in a business environment. The content of the program will provide students with excellent training for further postgraduate study in psychology or business. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business (Psychology) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and who are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.)have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) six compulsory units (36 points)
(b.) a major of 10 units (60 points) in psychology
(c.) a further seven units (42 points) in either management or marketing to complete an eight unit major as listed below. (d.) one elective unit (6 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsManagement(a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one unit from the following list:
Marketing(a.)The following seven units:
(b.) one additional unit from the level two and three units offered by the Department of Marketing at the Caulfield campus. The unit BTF3181 (Marketing law) may also be chosen as part of the marketing major in this degree. Award(s)Bachelor of Business (Psychology) 1718 - Bachelor of Business StudiesThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
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DescriptionThis degree program, offered through Open Universities Australia, is designed to be flexible and achieve depth and breadth in the study of human resource management, management and marketing business majors. The course includes units from Monash University and other universities. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business Studies aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) be able to synthesise knowledge from different disciplines for business solutions. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
It is recommended students new to university complete the Open Universities unit SSK12 (Introduction to university learning). RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over six years part-time as follows: (a.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(b.) a major of seven units (42 points):
(c.) students must complete a further 11 units (66 points) as follows:
Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsHuman resource management
Management
Marketing
Units required for minor sequencesBusiness law
Human resource managementCannot be taken with a human resource management major.
ManagementCannot be taken with a management major.
MarketingCannot be taken with a marketing major.
Psychology
* Units offered by Monash University Faculty of Business and Economics. Award(s)Bachelor of Business Studies 2224 - Bachelor of Business and CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe Bachelor of Business and Commerce provides an international degree and is the link between the overseas offerings of the faculty in Malaysia and South Africa and the on-shore program taught across the Berwick, Gippsland and Peninsula campuses. The course is designed to provide maximum flexibility and to allow depth and breadth in the study of the major business and commerce discipline areas. Its structure provides the capacity to tailor applications and focus in different contexts and different environments while ensuring knowledge of the theory, principles and core elements in the relevant discipline areas. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business and Commerce aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have capacity to integrate and synthesise knowledge from across disciplines to create innovative applications in organisational settings. Professional recognitionThis degree with relevant units is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at the student's campus of enrolment as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
* See 'Key to campus of offering' below. (ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) additional units selected from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment, to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
** Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsKey to campus of offering
Accounting*(Berwick, Gippsland, OCL, Peninsula, Sunway) The following eight units:
* See units required for professional accreditation below. Professional accounting sequence (units required for professional accreditation):
Accounting**(South Africa only) The following eight units:
** See units required for professional accreditation below. Students who intend to seek membership of a professional accounting body, such as the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) or the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), are advised to complete the following studies:
Professional accounting sequenceBusiness law and taxation sequence
Banking and finance(Sunway only) The following eight units:
Business law(OCL, Sunway) (a.) The following unit:
(b.) seven of the following units:
e-Business(Sunway only) The following eight units:
Economics(Berwick, Gippsland, OCL, South Africa, Sunway) (a.) The following four units:
(b.) four of the following units:
For students undertaking economics as their second major the following units may also be taken: Econometrics and business statistics(Sunway only) The following eight units:
Finance and macroeconomics(Berwick, Gippsland, OCL) The following eight units:
Human resource management(Berwick, Gippsland, OCL, Peninsula, South Africa) (a.) The following two units: (b.) six of the following units:
International business(Peninsula, Sunway) The following eight units:
Management(Berwick, Gippsland, OCL, Peninsula, Sunway) (a.) The following three units: (b.) a further five units (30 points) offered by the Department of Management on your home campus subject to the following condition:
Management(South Africa only) (a.) The following eight units:
Marketing(Berwick, Gippsland, OCL, Peninsula, South Africa, Sunway) (a.) The following seven units:
(b.) BTW3281 Marketing law, or one further unit from units offered by the Department of Marketing on your home campus Marketing communication(Berwick only) (a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one further unit from units offered by the Department of Marketing at the Berwick campus Quantitative economics(Berwick, only) (a.) The following six units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
Sport management(Peninsula only) The following eight units:
Tourism(Berwick) (a.) The following seven units (42 points):
(b.) one of the following units (6 points): Award(s)Bachelor of Business and Commerce 4406 - Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Global)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis course offers high achievers from varied backgrounds the opportunity to undertake an academically rigorous and professionally relevant program of study partly in an international setting. Knowledge gained from the course will allow graduates to offer management skills to international companies. The course is also relevant for those who seek career advancement in the public, intergovernmental and non-profit sectors, and others who wish to extend their skills in the analysis and interpretation of the global business environment. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Global) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have capacity to integrate and synthesise knowledge from across disciplines to create innovative applications in organisational settings (e.) demonstrate capacity to evaluate international business issues and apply cultural competence to global organisational solutions. Professional recognitionThis degree with relevant units is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment as follows: (i.) eight compulsory common core units (48 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) one semester of study at another Monash campus, or at another institution, in a country other than the student's own (iv.) additional units selected from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment, to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) (v.) for this program the overseas experience campus would be considered the home campus for that semester. (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
* Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Award(s)Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Global) 1941 - Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of CommunicationThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe Bachelor of Business and Commerce provides an international degree and is the link between the overseas offerings of the faculty (Sunway and South Africa) and the on-shore program taught across the Berwick, Gippsland and Peninsula campuses. The course is designed to provide maximum flexibility and to allow depth and breadth in the study of the major business and commerce discipline areas. Its structure provides the capacity to tailor applications and focus in different contexts and different environments while ensuring knowledge of the theory, principles and core elements in the relevant discipline areas. The Bachelor of Communication is concerned with both new and traditional communications technologies such as print, film, television and electronic media. It explores the practical operations of mass communications technologies as well as their social and cultural aspects. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/courses/2224.html and http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/1275.html. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) taken from the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) additional units selected from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment, to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) Additional Bachelor of Business and Commerce degree requirements:
(b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Arts as follows: (i.) a major of at least eight units (48 points) in communications (ii.) a minor of at least four units (24 points) in an arts discipline (iii.) a third first-year arts sequence (12 points) (iv.) a further two units (12 points) offered by the Faculty of Arts. Details of arts majors and minors are available via http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified Faculty of Business and Economics majorsKey to campus of offering
Accounting(Berwick, Sunway) The following eight units:
Additional units are required for professional accreditation as follows: Banking and finance(Sunway only) The following eight units:
Business law(Sunway only) The following eight units:
Economics(Berwick, Sunway) (a.) The following four units:
(b.) four of the following units:
Econometrics and business statistics(Sunway only) (a.) The following two units:
(b.) six of the following units:
e-Business(Sunway only) The following eight units:
Finance and macroeconomics(Berwick, Gippsland) The following eight units:
Human resource management(Berwick only) (a.) The following two units: (b.) six of the following units:
International business(Sunway only) The following eight units:
Management(Berwick, Sunway) (a.) The following three units: (b.) a further five units (30 points) offered by the Department of Management on the student's home campus subject to the following condition:
Marketing(Berwick, Sunway) (a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one further unit from units offered by the Department of Marketing on the student's home campus, or BTW3281 (Marketing law) Marketing communication(Berwick only) (a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one of the following units:
Quantitative Economics(Berwick) (a.) The following six units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
Tourism(Berwick only) (a.) The following seven units (42 points):
(b.) one of the following units (6 points): Award(s)Bachelor of Communication Bachelor of Business and Commerce 3832 - Bachelor of Business and Commerce and Bachelor of Visual ArtsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double degree course provides foundation knowledge in a wide range of business and visual arts disciplines and a broad perspective on business. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/2224.html and http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/2479.html. Professional recognitionThis double degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has four main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) taken from the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) additional units selected from the faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment, to reach the required 16 units (b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Art and Design as follows: (i.) six compulsory units (36 points):
(ii.) a compulsory OHS unit (0 points):
(iii.) completion of an art and design major (36 points):
(iv.) completion of two units of theory (12 points) at either second or third-year level (units with the prefix TAD) (v.) completion of two units (12 points) of complementary study chosen from either theory or studio disciplines. Additional degree requirements:
Majors offered by the Faculty of Business and EconomicsAccounting*The following eight units:
* For professional accreditation, BTW2220 (Corporations law and trust) must be undertaken. EconomicsThe following eight units:
Finance and macroeconomicsThe following eight units:
Human resource management(a.) The following two units: (b.) six of the following units:
Management(a.) The following three units: (b.) a further five units (30 points) offered by the Department of Management on the student's home campus subject to the following condition:
Marketing(a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one further unit from units offered by the Department of Marketing on the student's home campus or BTW3281 (Marketing law). Majors offered by the Faculty of Art and DesignVisual arts studioThe following four units: Award(s)Bachelor of Visual Arts Bachelor of Business and Commerce 3820 - Bachelor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Bachelor of Business and CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis multidisciplinary course has been designed to attract students interested in civil engineering, sustainable development and business management. The civil and environmental engineering component provides a broad-based capability for the design, implementation and management of civil engineering solutions in an environmental context. The business and commerce component will equip students with in-depth knowledge and skills in at least one chosen business discipline, combined with a broad knowledge of all the major areas of business. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/2224.html and http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/3274.html. Vacation work/industrial experienceIn order to fulfil the requirements of the various degree regulations and Engineers Australia, all engineering students must complete 12 weeks of approved engineering work experience and submit a report on that work. Such work is normally undertaken in the vacations between second and third years and/or between third and fourth years (but may also be taken between first and second years). Students who have completed all academic requirements for their degree are not eligible to graduate until this work experience has been completed and a satisfactory report submitted. Professional recognitionThis double degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 40 units (240 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) taken from the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at the student's campus of enrolment as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
* Note: Credit will be given for the sixth compulsory level one unit of the BBusCom degree course - ETW1102 (Business statistics) - on the basis of passes in compulsory units ENV2792 (Environmental modelling) and MAT2731 (Engineering mathematical analysis). (ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iii.) additional units selected from the Faculty in the Bachelor of Business and Commerce at your campus of enrolment, to reach the required 16 units. Additional requirements:
b) students must complete 24 units (144 points) from the School of Applied Sciences and Engineering as follows:
Units required for specified Faculty of Business and Economics majorsAccounting*The following eight units:
*For professional accreditation, BTW2220 (Corporations law and trust) must be undertaken. EconomicsThe following eight units:
Finance and macroeconomicsThe following eight units:
Human resource management(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Management(a.) The following three units: (b.) a further five units (30 points) offered by the Department of Management on the student's home campus subject to the following condition:
Marketing(a.) The following seven units:
(b.) one further unit from units offered by the Department of Marketing on the student's home campus or BTW3281 (Marketing law). Award(s)Bachelor of Business and Commerce Bachelor of Civil and Environmental Engineering Bachelor of Civil and Environmental Engineering (with Honours) Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award(s) conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study. 0179 - Bachelor of CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThe broad-based, flexible and multi-disciplinary Monash commerce degree provides a thorough understanding of the workings of the economy and business. Through professional training in the commerce disciplines, the course develops a capacity for logical analysis and the knowledge and skills required to manage public and private enterprises. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Commerce aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and are able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve. (d.) be able to construct conceptual frameworks and use these to analyse complex issues in the corporate sector, government and the professions. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) at least two units from the following list (12 points):
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points) (b.) eight open electives (48 points)
* Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsCross-discipline majorsAsian development and transition(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) six units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Business modelling(a.) The following five units:
(b.) three units from the following list:
Competition, regulation and public policy(a.) Two units from the following list: (b.) six units from the following list:
Finance(a.) The following three units
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed:
Human resource management(a.) Six units from the following list:
(b.) two units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Information, strategy and decision making(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five units from the following list:
International commerce(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Labour and employment(a.) The following five units:
(b.) one of the following units: (c.) two units from the following list:
Sustainability(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) the following two units:
(c.) four units from the following list:
Discipline majorsAccountingThe following eight units:
Business law and taxationStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Business Law and Taxation, Clayton campus (BTC or Clayton-based BTX units). EconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). ManagementStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Management, Clayton campus (MGC or Clayton-based MGX units). MarketingStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the offered by the Department of Marketing, Clayton campus (MKC or Clayton-based MKX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Commerce 2015 - Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance)This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis course provides professional education for those wishing to become accounting and finance professionals. It has a strong emphasis on developing analytical skills and offers a solid grounding and professional competence in all aspects of commerce required for careers in the business or public sector. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) be able to construct conceptual frameworks and use these to analyse complex issues in the corporate sector, government and the professions. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of eight years as follows: (a.) 19 units (114 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points) in accounting (iii.) a major of eight units (48 points) in finance:
(b.) five open electives (30 points):
Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsAccounting(a.) The following eight units:
Finance(a.) The following three units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed: Award(s)Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) 3830 - Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business Information SystemsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double-degree program offers professional education in a range of commerce and information technology disciplines and provides students with the foundation on which further advanced commerce and information technology studies can be undertaken. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0179.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/3333.html. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 34 units (204 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) at least two units from the following list (12 points):
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units Additional Bachelor of Commerce degree requirements:
(b.) 18 units (108 points) from the Faculty of Information Technology as follows: (i.) the following 14 units (84 points) of major studies in business information systems:
(ii.) two third-year level Bachelor of Business Information Systems elective units (12 points) chosen from a schedule published by the Faculty of Information Technology (iii.) a further two elective units (12 points) taken from any faculty within the University. Note: Double-degree students who take an Industry-Based Learning (IBL) placement stream complete FIT3045 Industry-based learning (18 points) instead of two third-year-level BBIS electives (12 points) and one open elective (6 points). Majors offered by the Faculty of Business and EconomicsCross-discipline majorsAsian development and transition(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) six units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Business modelling(a.) The following five units:
(b.) three units from the following list:
Competition, regulation and public policy(a.) Two units from the following list: (b.) six units from the following list:
Finance(a.) The following three units
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed:
Human resource management(a.) Six units from the following list:
(b.) two units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Information, strategy and decision making(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five units from the following list:
International commerce(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Labour and employment(a.) The following five units:
(b.) one of the following units: (c.) two units from the following list:
Sustainability(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) the following two units:
(c.) four units from the following list:
Discipline majorsAccounting(a.) The following eight units:
Business law and taxationStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Business Law and Taxation, Clayton campus (BTC or Clayton-based BTX units). EconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). ManagementStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Management, Clayton campus (MGC or Clayton-based MGX units). MarketingStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the offered by the Department of Marketing, Clayton campus (MKC or Clayton-based MKX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Business Information Systems 1319 - Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of EconomicsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double degree provides professional education in a range of commerce disciplines, with a strong emphasis on developing analytical skills. It allows the student increased breadth and depth in the major discipline areas, plus considerable opportunity for studies from other faculties. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0179.html and http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0023.html. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has four main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) twenty-four units (144 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six core units (36 points):
(ii.) a further four compulsory units (24 points):
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iv.) a major in either economics or econometrics and business statistics (48 points)
(v.) additional units from the Faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 24 units. (b.) eight open electives (48 points):
* Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Complementary disciplines from the Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Science that offer a sequence of units (24 points) are:
Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsCross-discipline majorsAsian development and transition(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) six units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Business modelling(a.) The following five units:
(b.) three units from the following list:
Competition, regulation and public policy(a.) Two units from the following list: (b.) six units from the following list:
Finance(a.) The following three units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed:
Human resource management(a.) Six units from the following list:
(b.) two units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Information, strategy and decision making(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five units from the following list:
International commerce(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Labour and employment(a.) The following five units:
(b.) one of the following units: (c.) two units from the following list:
Sustainability(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) the following two units:
(c.) four units from the following list:
Discipline majorsAccounting(a.) The following eight units:
Business law and taxationStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Business Law and Taxation, Clayton campus (BTC or Clayton-based BTX units). EconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). ManagementStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Management, Clayton campus (MGC or Clayton-based MGX units). MarketingStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the offered by the Department of Marketing, Clayton campus (MKC or Clayton-based MKX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Economics 0548 - Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of EngineeringThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
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DescriptionThis double-degree course is intended for potential engineers who wish to become more aware of economic, social, organisational and managerial aspects of the engineering profession. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0179.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0032.html. Vacation work/industrial experienceIn order to fulfil the requirements of the various degree regulations and Engineers Australia, all engineering students must complete 12 weeks of approved engineering work experience and submit a report on that work. Such work is normally in the vacations between second and third years and/or between third and fourth years (but may also be taken between first and second years). Students who have completed all academic requirements for their degrees are not eligible to graduate until this work experience has been completed and a satisfactory report submitted. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/undergrad/eng-03.html. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of between 240 and 252 points over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) students must complete 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics as follows: (i.) completion of six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) completion of at least two units (12 points) from the following:
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points). Additional Bachelor of Commerce degree requirements:
(b.) students must complete between 144 and 156 points from the Faculty of Engineering as follows: (i.) first year - for all engineering branches of study, students complete six units (36 points) of engineering: Completion of two compulsory core units (12 points): three or four electives units (18 - 24 points) from:
none, or one or two (depending on VCE subjects completed) foundation units (0 - 12 points) from: (ii.) students are required to complete one of the engineering branches listed below (102 - 120 points). Majors offered by the Faculty of Business and EconomicsUnits required for cross-discipline majorsAsian development and transition(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) six units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Business modelling(a.) The following five units:
(b.) three units from the following list:
Competition, regulation and public policy(a.) Two units from the following list: (b.) six units from the following list:
Finance(a.) The following three units
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed:
Human resource management(a.) Six units from the following list:
(b.) two units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Information, strategy and decision making(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five units from the following list:
International commerce(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Labour and employment(a.) The following five units:
(b.) one of the following units: (c.) two units from the following list:
Sustainability(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) the following two units:
(c.) four units from the following list:
Discipline majorsAccounting(a.) The following eight units:
Business law and taxationStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Business Law and Taxation, Clayton campus (BTC or Clayton-based BTX units). EconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). ManagementStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Management, Clayton campus (MGC or Clayton-based MGX units). MarketingStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the offered by the Department of Marketing, Clayton campus (MKC or Clayton-based MKX units). Branches offered by the Faculty of EngineeringIn addition to the 36 points of Level 1 engineering units, students need to complete the following units relevant to their chosen branch of engineering: Chemical engineering (120 points)Second year (24 points )
Third year (18 points )
Fourth year (36 points )
Fifth year (42 points )
Civil engineering (108 points)This is a new course structure for students entering second year of the program from 2006 onwards. Students who entered second year of the program prior to 2006 should refer to the handbook for the year in which they commenced the course. Second year (24 points )
Third year (24 points )
Fourth year (36 points )
Fifth year (24 points )and 12 points of electives from the following:
Electrical and computer systems engineering (120 points)Second year (24 points )
Third year (24 points )
Fourth year (36 points )
Fifth year (36 points )
Industrial engineering and engineering management (102 points)Intake into this branch of engineering ceased at the end of 2006. Fourth year (36 points )
Fifth year (36 points )
Materials engineering (114 points)Second year (24 points )
Third year (18 points )
Fourth year (42 points )
Fifth year (30 points )
Mechanical engineering (108 points)Second year (30 points )
Third year (30 points )
Fourth year (42 points )
Fifth year (18 points )Note that the units ENG4614/4616 (Schools technology project) may not be taken. Mechatronics engineering (114 points)Intake into this branch of engineering ceased at the end of 2005. Students seeking to combine commerce with mechatronics engineering should consider applying for a course transfer into course 3834 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Mechatronics Engineering. Fourth year (30 points )
Fifth year (30 points )Award(s)Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Engineering in the field of Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering in the field of Civil Engineering Bachelor of Engineering in the field of Electrical and Computer Systems Bachelor of Engineering in the field of Materials Engineering Bachelor of Engineering in the field of Mechanical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) in the field of Chemical Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) in the field of Civil Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) in the field of Electrical and Computer Systems Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) in the field of Materials Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (with Honours) in the field of Mechanical Engineering Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award(s) conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study. 1469 - Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of ScienceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis double-degree program offers a range of commerce and business disciplines, with a strong emphasis on developing analytical skills, combined with complementary studies in science. Each science discipline is designed to lead to careers in relevant employment areas. ObjectivesRefer to the two single degree entries at http://monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0179.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/courses/0050.html. Professional recognitionThis degree is recognised by the following legal entities:
Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units. For further details visit http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/professional-recognition.html. StructureThe course structure has four main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 32 units (192 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Business and Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six compulsory common core units (36 points):
(ii.) at least two units from the following list (12 points):
(iii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(iv.) additional units from the faculty in the Bachelor of Commerce at the Clayton campus to reach the required minimum of 16 units (96 points). Additional Bachelor of Commerce requirements:
(b.) 16 units (96 points) from the Faculty of Science as follows: (i.) one core unit (6 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points) in an area of science. A science major consists of at least 48 points in one of the following two patterns:
(iii.) a minor sequence of four units (24 points) in a different science area of study. A science minor consists of at least 24 points in the following pattern:
(iv.) additional units from the Faculty of Science to reach the required minimum of 16 units. Details of science majors and minors are available via http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/handbooks/undergrad/sci-aos-clayton.html. Additional Bachelor of Science requirements:
Majors offered by the Faculty of Business and EconomicsUnits required for cross-discipline majorsAsian development and transition(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) six units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Business modelling(a.) The following five units:
(b.) three units from the following list:
Competition, regulation and public policy(a.) Two units from the following list: (b.) six units from the following list:
Finance(a.) The following three units:
(b.) two units from the following list:
(c.) three units from the following list or units from (b.) not previously completed:
Human resource management(a.) Six units from the following list:
(b.) two units from the following list or units from (a.) not previously completed:
Information, strategy and decision making(a.) The following three units:
(b.) five units from the following list:
International commerce(a.) The following two units: (b.) six units from the following list:
Labour and employment(a.) The following five units:
(b.) one of the following units: (c.) two units from the following list:
Sustainability(a.) Two units from the following list:
(b.) the following two units:
(c.) four units from the following list:
Discipline majorsAccounting(a.) The following eight units:
Business law and taxationStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Business Law and Taxation, Clayton campus (BTC or Clayton-based BTX units). EconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). ManagementStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Management, Clayton campus (MGC or Clayton-based MGX units). MarketingStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the offered by the Department of Marketing, Clayton campus (MKC or Clayton-based MKX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Science 0023 - Bachelor of EconomicsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionEconomics is the science of allocating scarce resources to maximise people's welfare. Economists study both the microeconomic decisions of individuals, business and government, and the macroeconomic behaviour of the economy as a whole. The Monash Bachelor of Economics provides a professional education in the disciplines of economics or econometrics and business statistics and is designed to encourage logical thought and detailed analysis of economic issues that can be adapted to a range of careers. ObjectivesThe Bachelor of Economics aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) be able to construct conceptual frameworks and use these to analyse complex issues in the corporate sector, government and the professions. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 24 units (144 points) over a maximum of 10 years as follows: (a.) 12 units (72 points) from the faculty in the Bachelor of Economics at the Clayton campus as follows: (i.) six core units (36 points):
(ii.) a major of eight units (48 points):
(b.) 12 electives (72 points) as follows: (i.) eight open electives (48 points):
(ii.) an additional four electives (24 points) may be taken from any Faculty of Business and Economics programs and campuses,* or from the following complementary disciplines from the Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Science:
Details of these disciplines is available at http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-arts.html and http://www.monash.edu.au/pubs/2010handbooks/aos/index-ug-byfaculty-sci.html. * Note: Enrolment in units at another campus is subject to there being capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. Additional degree requirements:
Units required for specified majorsEconomicsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Economics, Clayton campus (ECC or Clayton-based ECX units). Econometrics and business statisticsStudents need to complete a minimum of eight units offered by the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics, Clayton campus (ETC or Clayton-based ETX units). Award(s)Bachelor of Economics 0508 - Honours degree of Bachelor of BusinessThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis course aims to provide a post-degree level of study for students seeking to widen their knowledge in one of management, marketing or taxation and to expose students to both substantive theory and practice of research in the field of business. The course gives graduates the training necessary to conduct independent high-quality research in either business or academic settings, cultivates analytical and critical skills, and an awareness of emerging developments in business. The course is particularly suited to those who may wish to undertake further study at the higher degree level. ObjectivesThe Honours degree of Bachelor of Business aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have a well developed understanding of multi disciplinary decision making in organisations (e.) have an ability to undertake research informed by advanced studies in their discipline. Entry requirementsApplicants need to have attained a minimum average grade of 65 per cent in the final two years of their bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline to be considered. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 48 points as follows: Management streamFive compulsory units (48 points):
Marketing streamFive compulsory units (48 points):
Taxation streamOption one - courseworkEight units (48 points) from the following list:
Variations to option one
Option two - coursework and research(i.) Completion of six units (36 points) from the units listed in option one (ii.) Completion of BTX4900 Research report (12 points) Variations to option two
Award(s)The honours degree of Bachelor of Business 3169 - Honours degree of Bachelor of Business and CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis course has been especially designed to offer selected students the opportunity for advanced study in one of the specialist business areas offered by the departments of the Faculty of Business and Economics. Students will also learn how to conduct business-related research at an advanced level. ObjectivesThe Honours degree of Bachelor of Business and Commerce aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) have capacity to integrate and synthesise knowledge from across disciplines to create innovative applications in organisational settings (e.) have an ability to undertake research informed by advanced studies in their discipline. Entry requirementsApplicants need to have attained a minimum average grade of 65 per cent in the final two years of their bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline to be considered. StructureThe course structure has three main components:
Requirements(a.) Students must complete three core units (36 points):
Students may replace BEW4010 with ETW3200 if appropriate prerequisite units have been successfully completed. (b.) students must complete a further two units (12 points): With the approval of the course director, one or both of the directed studies units may be replaced by approved 4000-level units where these are available. Units required for specified majorsHonours level studies can be taken in any of the disciplines available within course 2224 Bachelor of Business and Commerce degree. Award(s)The honours degree of Bachelor of Business and Commerce 0181 - Honours degree of Bachelor of CommerceThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
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DescriptionThis program enables students to build on their undergraduate major and extend their knowledge and skills in one or more specialised areas. Some programs contain a mix of advanced theory, research training and research and some programs in require students to complete successfully both coursework and a research project. ObjectivesThe Honours degree of Bachelor of Commerce aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) be able to construct conceptual frameworks and use these to analyse complex issues in the corporate sector, government and the professions (e.) have an ability to undertake research informed by advanced studies in their discipline. Entry requirementsApplicants must have completed a bachelor degree, with a major in the related discipline offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics or an equivalent qualification from another university; and normally have achieved an average equivalent to at least 70 per cent in relevant second and third year units. Accounting specialisationApplicants must be able to demonstrate that they possess the motivation and academic skills required to complete successfully a program that comprises research training, research and specific discipline units that cover topics in advanced theory. These skills include the ability to understand and discuss articles published in learned journals, compose a high quality 18,000 word research paper, and a level of achievement in prior mathematical studies appropriate to their discipline. Econometrics specialisationApplicants should normally have completed at least three third year econometrics units including: Other appropriate third year units are:
Economics specialisationApplicants should have completed ECC2000 and ECC2010 and at least four third-year economics units. In addition, an econometrics pre-requisite is required: either ECC2410 (for students who began their studies in 2007 or after); or ETC1010 (or equivalent, for students who began their studies prior to 2007). Economics and econometrics specialisation(a.) Applicants should have completed at least two third year economics units. (b.) Applicants should have completed at least two third year econometrics units including: Other appropriate third year units are:
Finance specialisationApplicants must be able to demonstrate that they possess the motivation and academic skills required to complete successfully a program that comprises research training, research and specific discipline units that cover topics in advanced theory. These skills include the ability to understand and discuss articles published in learned journals, compose a high quality 18,000 word research paper, and a level of achievement in prior mathematical studies appropriate to their discipline. Finance and econometrics specialisation(a.) Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they possess the motivation and academic skills required to complete successfully a program that comprises research training, research and specific discipline units that cover topics in advanced theory. These skills include the ability to understand and discuss articles published in learned journals, compose a high quality 12,000 word research paper, and a level of achievement in prior mathematical studies appropriate to their discipline. (b.) Applicants should have completed at least three third-year finance units. (c.) Applicants should normally have completed at least three third-year econometrics units including: Other appropriate third-year units are:
(d.) Applicants should have completed ETC3470 Econometrics pre-honours. StructureThe course structure may contain up to three main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 48 points as follows: Accounting specialisation(a.) Semester one (i.) two compulsory units (12 points): (ii.) any two units (12 points) from the following:
or any one of the above four units and any one of the following three units: (b.) semester two (i.) research dissertation (18 points):
(ii.) one elective unit (6 points) from any honours unit offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics. Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominee of the Department of Accounting and Finance. Econometrics specialisation(a.) One core unit (12 points):
(b.) at least three units (18 points) from the following list:
(c.) up to three further honours units (18 points) subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominee of the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics. Economics specialisation(a.) Three compulsory units (24 points): (b.) a maximum of four units (24 points) from the following list:
Students can vary this list subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominee of the Department of Economics. Economics and econometrics specialisation(a.) One core unit (12 points): (b.) three units (18 points) from the following list:
(c.) up to three further units (18 points) from the following list, subject to the condition that student complete a total three ECC units and two ETC units in (b.) and (c.):
Students can vary this list subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the heads, or nominees of the departments of Economics, and Econometrics and Business Statistics. Finance specialisation(a.) Semester one (i.) two compulsory units (12 points): (ii.) two of the following units (12 points): (b.) semester two (i.) research dissertation (18 points)
(ii.) one honours unit (6 points) subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominee of the Department of Accounting and Finance. Finance and econometrics specialisation(a.) Semester one (i.) two finance units (12 points) from the following: (ii.) two econometric units (12 points) from the following: (b.) semester two (i.) research project (12 points)
(ii.) one compulsory unit (6 points)
(iii.) one honours unit (6 points) subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the heads, or nominees of the departments of Econometrics and Business Statistics, and Accounting and Finance. Management specialisationFive compulsory units (48 points):
Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominees of the Department of Management. Marketing specialisationFive compulsory units (48 points):
Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominees of the Department of Marketing. Award(s)The honours degree of Bachelor of Commerce 0024 - Honours degree of Bachelor of EconomicsThis course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics
DescriptionThis program enables students to build on their undergraduate major and extend their knowledge and skills in one or more specialised areas. Some programs contain a mix of advanced theory, research training and research and some programs require students to complete successfully both coursework and a research project. ObjectivesThe Honours degree of Bachelor of Economics aims to produce graduates who will: (a.) be critical and creative scholars who:
(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:
(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities that we serve (d.) be able to construct conceptual frameworks and use these to analyse complex issues in the corporate sector, government and the professions (e.) have an ability to undertake research informed by advanced studies in their discipline. Entry requirementsApplicants must have completed a bachelor degree, with a major in the related discipline offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics or an equivalent qualification from another university, and normally have achieved an average equivalent to at least 70 per cent in relevant second and third year units. Econometrics specialisationApplicants should normally have completed at least three third-year econometrics units including: Other appropriate third-year units are:
Economics specialisationApplicants should have completed ECC2000 and ECC2010 and at least four third-year economics units. In addition, an econometrics pre-requisite is required: either ECC2410 (for students who began their studies in 2007 or after); or ETC1010 (or equivalent, for students who began their studies prior to 2007). Economics and econometrics specialisation(a.) Applicants should have completed at least two third-year economics units. (b.) applicants should have completed at least two third-year econometrics units including: Other appropriate third-year units are:
StructureThe course structure has two main components:
RequirementsThe degree requires completion of 48 points as follows: Econometrics specialisation(a.) One core unit (12 points):
(b.) at least three units (18 points) from the following list:
(c.) up to three further units (18 points) subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominee of the Department of Econometrics and Business Statistics. Economics specialisation(a.) Three compulsory units (24 points): (b.) a maximum of four units (24 points) from the following list:
Students can vary this list subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the head, or nominee of the Department of Economics. Economics and econometrics specialisation(a.) One core unit (12 points): (b.) three units (18 points) from the following list:
(c.) up to three further units (18 points) from the following list, subject to the condition that students complete a total of three ECC units and two ETC units in (b.) or (c.):
Students can vary this list subject to the following conditions:
Students must have their enrolment approved by the heads, or nominees of the departments of Economics, and Econometrics and Business Statistics.
Award(s)The honours degree of Bachelor of Economics |
