Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Global Studies

Course information for - 2024 entry

Offered at 2 locations

Duration
4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
CRICOS Code
074605C
IELTS
6.0 overall score (with individual score of 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading)
Fees (first year)*
$29264

Overview

Gain practical business skills alongside a deep appreciation of the complex global landscape in which professionals, businesses and organisations operate. The Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Global Studies double degree will give you a strong understanding of the fundamentals of business as well the challenges and opportunities presented by globalisation. Build your knowledge of different places, workplaces and contexts and develop your leadership and cross-cultural understanding through overseas travel.  

Study at our English-speaking campus in Italy for a semester, or at a partner university around the world, consider an internship, or choose to study International Development and join the International Development Global Experience study tour.  

You’ll get to broaden your skills at home by completing an international semester, as well as a professional business placement here in Australia. Additionally, Microsoft certification is embedded into your business units, so you'll graduate with a strong foundation in the Microsoft programs favoured by employers.  

A further opportunity is you can opt to study a Diploma in Languages in either Spanish or Italian alongside your degree to enhance your employability. 

Professional experience

You will have the unique opportunity to study abroad at one of ACU’s 60 partner institutions around the world and gain valuable international work experience via one of our overseas internship partner organisations. 

Additionally, you’ll complete up to 150 hours or a minimum of 100 days of professional experience including community engagement.

Careers

Our graduates have pursued careers in:

  • private and public sectors
  • global or multinational organisations
  • accounting
  • administration
  • banking
  • business analysis/development
  • business management
  • communications
  • computing
  • financial management
  • human resource management
  • international business
  • international marketing
  • management consultancy
  • marketing
  • recruitment and staff development
  • sales
  • international business
  • social enterprise

Course details

Course structure

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Commencing Semester 1

  • Bachelor of Business Administration units - Business Administration Specified unitsBUSN104Money Matters10 cp
  • Bachelor of Business Administration units - Business Administration Specified unitsITEC100Information Technology in Action10 cp
  • Bachelor of Global Studies units - Global Studies Specified unitsPOLS104Introduction to International Relations10 cp
  • Bachelor of Global Studies units - Global Studies Specified unitsHIST115Global History: Six Degrees of Separation10 cp
  • Bachelor of Business Administration units - Business Administration Specified unitsBUSN113Managing People and Organisations10 cp
  • Bachelor of Business Administration units - Business Administration Specified unitsBUSN112Managing Markets10 cp
  • Global Studies Specified unitsSOCS101 Global Society and Change ORGlobal Studies Specified unitsGEOG214 Sustainability: The Global Challenge 10 cp
  • Core Curriculum unitsCore Curriculum Unit 1See ACU Core Curriculum page for details10 cp

Commencing Semester 2

Graduate statement

Insight

As an ACU graduate you have personal insight founded on an understanding of who you are as a professional, a citizen and a scholar. You embrace change and growth through critical self-awareness and learning autonomy. You are empowered to seek truth and meaning, drawing on the principles of justice, equity, and the dignity of all human beings.

Empathy

As an ACU graduate you value human dignity and diversity. This appreciation is founded on deep reflection, and empathy. You have experience of Indigenous Knowings and perspectives and can engage respectfully when working alongside Australia's First Peoples. You can connect with people and cultures and work with community in ways that recognise the dignity of the human person and all cultures

Imagination

As an ACU graduate you utilise imagination and innovation to solve problems. You critically analyse information from a range of sources to creatively solve practical problems and use critical thinking to make decisions and advance the common good. You appreciate the role of innovation and creative thinking in developing a better future for each person and community.

Impact

As an ACU graduate you recognise your responsibility to work for social justice and a sustainable world founded on a commitment to human dignity and the common good. You lead change through respectful collaboration and effective communication of ideas to diverse peoples, groups and communities in local and global contexts. You are empowered to positively impact your profession and the community.

AQF framework

Double Bachelor - Bachelor/Bachelor - AQF Level 7

Exit Points

Students who have met the requirements of the Bachelor of Business Administration or Diploma in Liberal Arts can exit with that award.

Entry requirements

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International applicants

The equivalent of Australian Year 12 Certificate, plus an IELTS overall score of 6.0. Individual score of 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading.

English language requirements

Overall score of 6.0. Individual score of 6.0 in writing and speaking, and 5.5 in listening and reading.

Adjustment factors

If you’re currently completing Year 12 you may be eligible for adjustment factors that can boost your rank and help you get into your desired course.

Adjustment factors may be applied to your TAC application if you study particular subjects, attend schools geographically close to our campuses or in certain regional areas, apply as an elite athlete or performer or meet certain other criteria.

Learn more about adjustment factors

Inherent requirement

There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of that course or unit. You will need to be able to meet these inherent requirements to complete your course.

Learn more about inherent requirements for your course and how they affect you

Pathways

Pathways into course for international applicants

If you don’t currently meet the direct entry requirements for admission to your chosen program, don’t worry. Our range of pathway programs can help you build the language proficiency, academic skills and confidence you need to succeed. 

Find out more about English language programs 

Find out more about the ACU Foundation Studies program 

Find out more about Diploma pathways 

Further study

Graduates with Bachelor's degrees may be eligible for entry into honours courses, or to a range of postgraduate coursework programs, eg Graduate Certificates and Graduate Diplomas and, through them and/or with relevant work experience, to Master's degree programs.

Fees

Course costs

  • Unit fee: $3658
  • Average first year fee: $29264
  • Estimate total cost: $117056

The Tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. The Unit Fee is based on a 10cp unit. Fees are reviewed annually.

Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.

Payment options

You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support. 

Explore your options 

Scholarships

You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.  

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