C09133v2 Bachelor of Business Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)
Award(s): Bachelor of Business (BBus)Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) (BIntSt(Hon))
CRICOS code: 106918F
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 240
Course EFTSL: 5
Location: City campus
Notes
This is an exit-only course. There is no direct admission to it. Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course. See the Course transfer page for further details.
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Inherent requirements
Applications
Assumed knowledge
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Levels of award
Other information
Overview
This course is designed for students seeking a business degree with a global perspective, aiming to work abroad or in multinational companies. Opt for this course to gain a competitive edge through advanced international studies and research, coupled with practical experience in a foreign country. Its uniqueness lies in the immersive year spent at a partner university abroad, engaging in local language studies and conducting honours-level research.
Students develop a robust understanding of international business dynamics, enhance their linguistic proficiency, and acquire research skills under expert UTS academic supervision. Learning involves a blend of overseas study and research project completion, ensuring a balance of theoretical knowledge and practical application. Maintain a credit average to access this enriching pathway and propel their professional growth.
Course aims
This course aims to provide students with the knowledge, competencies and values necessary to develop critical, analytical and evaluative skills essential for a fulfilling and effective career in business, while at the same time providing an opportunity to acquire knowledge and understanding of another language and culture.
Career options
Career options include positions in any branch of business or commerce as well as management of private and public sector enterprises ranging from start-ups to large multinational enterprises. Career options are enhanced by international experience, making students more marketable to prospective employers.
Course intended learning outcomes
| BUS.1.1 | Apply evidence, creativity and critical reasoning to solve business problems |
| BUS.2.1 | Communicate information clearly in a form appropriate for its audience |
| BUS.2.2 | Demonstrate ability to work independently and with others as a member of a team to achieve an agreed goal |
| BUS.3.1 | Make judgements and business decisions consistent with the principles of social responsibility and inclusion |
| BUS.4.1 | Apply technical and professional skills to operate effectively in business |
| BUS.5.1 | Acquire and apply knowledge and skills relevant to working with and for Indigenous peoples in a specific professional business context |
| INT.1.1 | Understand and engage with cultural diversities and employ effective strategies to operate within varied professional and everyday settings in Australia and internationally |
| INT.2.1 | Apply research methods and advanced theoretical knowledge to evaluate findings of complex problems in contemporary societies and cultures and conduct an independent research project |
| INT.3.1 | Communicate effectively and appropriately in an additional language for everyday and professional purposes |
| INT.4.1 | Acquire knowledge and skills of Indigenous Australian communication, engagement, research ethics and practices to work effectively with and for Indigenous Australians across a professional context |
| INT.5.1 | Engage critically with current issues to act in socially responsible ways in Australian and international settings |
| INT.6.1 | Communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken language using diverse digital technologies |
Key
INT = International Studies course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
Admission to the combined degree is on merit according to the admissions selection criteria for the Bachelor of Business (C10026).
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.
Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.
UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.
For course specific information see the Bachelor of International Studies Diploma in Languages Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement and the UTS Business School Inherent Requirements Statement.
Applications
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics and any two units of English.
UTS offers a range of bridging courses for students who do not meet the assumed knowledge requirements.
There are no prior language requirements for the international studies program. Students complete a language survey during the first year of study to ensure they commence their language and culture study at the appropriate level.
Recognition of prior learning
Information on recognition of prior learning in the business component is available from the Bachelor of Business (C10026).
Recognition of prior learning in the International Studies component is assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Course duration and attendance
This course is offered on a five-year, full time basis. Students spend two sessions of study at a university or other higher education institution in the country of their major.
Course structure
International Studies (96 credit points)
- Intercultural Communication (8 credit points)
- International Research Methods (8 credit points)
- Contemporary Society subject (8 credit points)
- Language and Culture subjects (32 credit points)
- International Honours (40 credit points)
Overseas study
International Honours students spend a full year at a relevant partner university where they complete an honours level research project.
Course completion requirements
| STM90273 Core subjects (Business) | 48cp | |
| CBK90169 Major choice (Business) | 48cp | |
| CBK90170 Major/Two sub-majors/Sub-major + four electives/Eight electives | 48cp | |
| CBK92058 Country and Language choice (Honours) | 96cp | |
| Total | 240cp |
Course program
Full details of the business component are available from the Bachelor of Business (C10026). In addition, course programs for each individual business major are available on the Manage your course page.
Levels of award
The Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) may be awarded with first class honours, second class honours division 1, second class honours division 2, and Pass level.
The calculation of the Honours level is based upon the 48 credit points of study completed in the UTS subjects 999781 International Research Methods, In-country Study and Fieldwork Project 1 and In-country Study and Fieldwork Project 2, all completed while students are overseas on In-country Study.
Other information
Further information is available from the UTS Student Centre on:
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