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Associate Degree in Business Administration (Indigenous Studies)

You will gain the knowledge and skills in specific areas of business management with a particular emphasis on the business practices of Indigenous Australians.

Summary

This course is not available for international students except in limited cases.tooltip

Domestic Students

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  • Brisbane, Queensland

Course Duration

 2 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

Deferment

Deferment is available for two years. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information

Delivery Mode

  • Multi Mode

Commencement Availability

 Brisbane
  • Semester 1 - Applications closed
  • Semester 2 - July

Course Costs
  • Average first year fee: $8034 Commonwealth Supported (indicative only)

Important Note on Fees

All costs are based on current rates. A student's annual fee may vary in accordance with their choice of major and electives. The University reviews fees annually.

Credit Points

160

Exit Point

Advanced Diploma in Business Administration (Indigenous Studies)
(Exit qualification only)

120 cp

Minimum duration: 1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time.

Diploma in Business Administration (Indigenous Studies)
(Exit qualification only)

80 cp

Minimum duration: 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time.

Certificate in Business Administration (Indigenous Studies)
(Exit qualification only)

40 cp

Minimum duration: 6months full-time or equivalent part-time.

Course Units (Subjects)

Schedule of Unit (Subject) Offerings

Course Enrolment Guide (CEG)

Enrolment Information

Applying for Admission

Domestic Students

Eligibility

An applicant must also comply with the Admission Rules.

Apply directly to Australian Catholic University.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites:

  1. Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or equivalent; or
  2. appropriate VET Certificate III or IV;

Applicants may also be required to attend for interview.

How to Apply

Apply via Direct Application below.

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Description

This suite of courses provides an integrated program of knowledge, theories, skills development, personal development, and practical professional experience. It provides opportunities for Indigenous students to practice their skills, and test their understanding of disciplinary material. It also offers them an opportunity to display their problem-solving and leadership skills, and investigate ethical issues taking into account Indigenous cultures, histories, lifestyles and contexts.

Career Paths

Variety of positions as business professionals, office administrators, and clerical assistants in public and private sectors, Indigenous and non-Indigenous companies and organisations.

Professional Experience

Students in the Associate Degree are required to undertake one compulsory professional experience unit which involves professional placement within a business organisation (in the relevant discipline area) over a period of 140 hours.

Pathways to Further Study

Graduates of the Associate Degree in Business Administration (Indigenous Studies), (ADBA (IS)) can articulate into the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) by applying directly through ACU. Eligible students may receive credit towards the BBA for units they have successfully completed as part of the Associate Degree. Graduates of the ADBA (IS) may also articulate into the Bachelor of Commerce (direct entry not available) to study majors in accounting, commercial law*, financial services*, human resource management, international business, management, marketing, supply chain management, occupational health, safety and environment or information systems* (*not all options are available in Brisbane).

Contacts for Future Students

Domestic Students An Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident or permanent humanitarian visa holder