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Step into a world of opportunity with the University of Canberra’s 100% online Bachelor of Business (International Business). Master the dynamics of international commerce while building the skills to handle cultural, economic and legal challenges in today’s connected economy. You’ll explore global trade, globalisation and cross-border business strategies, giving you the tools to succeed in the fast-moving world of global commerce.Discover topics like strategic management, what drives business decisions across different countries, and free trade agreements. Build practical skills in problem-solving, innovation, and ethical decision-making to help support success in international markets. With hands-on projects and access to industry experts, you’ll graduate ready to make an impact in roles like international business development, trade coordination or as a policy advisor.Wherever your ambitions lie, your journey into international business starts here.#1 Business School in Australia for Career Impact (AFR BOSS, 2023).

Develop core business skills and focus on international perspectives. Topics include global e-business and international marketing. Explore economic, cultural and legal aspects of global commerce. Study online with a leading Australian business school.

Bachelor of Business (International Business)

The Bachelor of International Business is designed to produce graduates who want to pursue a career in international business management. All students develop a broad business knowledge in accounting, finance, marketing, management business statistics, and commercial law. Within the major, students undertake specialised studies in international business learning to navigate its environment, operational side, and policy and technical aspects. Specialised courses also include managing across cultures, corporate responsibility for global business, and marketing to the world. Additionally, students develop analytical and decision-making skills needed for professional roles. Alongside the professional knowledge and skills, students have the opportunity to enhance their critical thinking, communication skills, and reflective practice. Graduates will be career-ready for the business world of today and have the interpersonal skills to adapt to the demands of a future economy.

Develop your international awareness of business across key areas including management, marketing, and accounting. By adding cultural awareness to your business skill set, you’ll develop leadership and decision-making skills to work across continents.

Bachelor of International Business

Edith Cowan University (ECU) Bachelor of Commerce will equip you with the business knowledge and skills to set you up for career success. Throughout your course – starting from day one – you’ll be supported to develop your career. You’ll be advancing your networking by learning from industry-experienced academics, participating in industry-ready activities, and gaining practical experience in applying theoretical concepts in real-world settings through different types of Work Integrated Learning (including internship opportunities). You will also gain critical skills in the areas of leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, communication, sustainability, ethics, and problem-solving. Tailor your course to your interests with professionally accredited and well-recognised majors that are developed in consultation with the industry. You can create your own mix of majors, minors, and electives. You’ll have the flexibility to study through various delivery modes in a mix of on-campus, online, and on-the-job activities. There are also many opportunities to participate in extra-curricular activities such as ENACTUS and study tours.

A job-ready course created in consultation with industry, delivered by academics with industry backgrounds. Tailor your degree to suit your career goals with majors including accounting, HRM, management, marketing, sports business, and tourism. 

Bachelor of Commerce

Interested in business and psychology and a career that might include both? This double degree combines two dynamic and fascinating areas of study, developing a diverse skill set with accredited specialisations and career flexibility. In addition to completing studies in psychological science and human behaviour, students choose from either an accredited specialisation in Accounting or Financial Services or a major in Business and Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Tourism and Event Management, Aviation Management, Marketing or International Business.There are numerous opportunities to gain practical experience through internships and work placements, either locally or abroad. Career opportunities exist as business specialists with a profound understanding of psychological science, or in roles that require a thorough understanding of human psychology and how it relates to business such as organisational development, change management, marketing or entrepreneurship. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist and graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction with the knowledge they are well-equipped to run a business or manage a workplace.

Complete core subjects covering psychological science and add a business major like marketing. You’ll be equipped with a deep understanding of human behaviour that’s useful in careers spanning both psychology and business.

Bachelor of Psychological Science, Bachelor of Business

Innovation, digital communication and technical abilities are essential skills for business operations in our technology-driven world.The Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business develops these qualities, combining information technology skills with business management principles.You will gain an understanding of contemporary, responsible business practices, and the critical role technology plays in robust business functions, as well as the technical ability to build infrastructure and systems. You can choose to major in a range of subjects from both information technology and business disciplines. You may also elect to specialise in accounting or financial services.This double degree is a pathway to multiple career options, from software development to international business, networking and cybersecurity to marketing, data science to entrepreneurship and beyond.

Combine tech and business skills to unlock careers from software development to international business. You’ll learn how technology is crucial for business success. Focus your double degree with majors including cybersecurity, UX, and marketing.

Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business

With Griffith Business School&#39;s Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations, you can multiply your career options. In as little as four years, you can graduate with two degrees and a unique skill set that will give you an edge in the employment market.By combining in-depth knowledge and insight into the workings of government with practical business skills, you will be prepared for a future local, state and national governments, non-government organisations and private sector organisations that sectors interact with government agencies. For example, you can blend majors in Logistics and Supply Chain Management with International Relations and work for an international aid organisation providing humanitarian relief to disaster zones.

Learn the workings of business and government for broad career options in private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. Focus your skills and knowledge with majors including international business, economics, public policy, and more.

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations

Study Economics, Finance and Trade with UniSA Online and take full control over your study. Access support seven days a week, plan your study to fit around your life, view learning resources 24/7, and log into the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. In this degree you’ll build fundamental knowledge across economic theory, accounting, statistics and business intelligence, analysing economic exchange and trade activities nationally and within the international context. You’ll learn about a broad range of areas including trade theory and tariffs, financial evaluations, and supply and demand. Your courses are taught by academics with strong professional backgrounds and industry experience, whose research shapes the courses they teach.  You’ll graduate with critical thinking and analytical skills, and be prepared to apply your knowledge to a broad range of financial, societal and economic issues.

Develop an in-depth understanding of the global business environment. You’ll learn to apply data-driven solutions to business problems. Gain valuable experience through a virtual internship. Graduate with endless career and income opportunities.

Bachelor of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade)

The Graduate Certificate in Maritime Management is an ideal program for people who seek to pursue a career in the maritime industry. The maritime industry is at the forefront of international trade with dynamic work environments and provides exciting career opportunities. This program equips graduates with the ability to develop solutions for complex problems faced by the maritime industry.The program comprises four subjects which provide skills and knowledge in effectively managing maritime business and transport activities. These subjects are designed to enhance students’ managerial and analytical skills to assist their career progression.The program provides a pathway to the Graduate Diploma of Maritime Management and the MBA in Maritime Management..

Steer your career towards maritime management with key business skills. You’ll study topics including finance and economics. Dive deeper with topics including shipping, port management, and maritime law. Get ready for international trade across the oceans.

Graduate Certificate in Maritime Management

Exporting and Importing

International Business Environments

Managing Across Borders

Trade and Global Strategy

Global Business

Export Management

This course is designed to introduce students to fundamental knowledge and the business implications of trade and strategy in an international context. A number of themes are prominent, including the globalisation of business and trade, strategy and its application to global business in its many forms, the multiple reasons why nations trade, commodity composition of trade, foreign exchange rates, trade and development strategy, investment across borders and global environmental issues. The application of trade and capital flow knowledge between countries will support student understanding of the global business environment. Students should not enrol in this subject if they have previously completed 3047IBA Trade and Global Strategy at Griffith University.

This course offers a conceptual framework covering public policy perspective on international trade, the impact of multilateral institutions and trade blocs on global business, foreign direct investment and management of multinational corporations. The course provides a basic foundation for understanding specialised courses in technology and the global economy, global marketing and entrepreneurship in a dynamic business environment.Students should not enrol in this course if they have previously completed 1005IBA Introduction to International Business and 2030IBA Global Business at Griffith University.

This course provides students with a framework for critical understanding the contextual, strategic and operational issues of export management. It covers the operational aspects of international trading and enhance students&#39; ability to apply integrated discipline knowledge to formulate an export plan and to deal with practical challenges such as exporting documentation, payment methods, financing options and legal considerations. As a result, students&#39; employability in the field of international business will be greatly improved. Whenever applicable, industry engagement, such as a field trip to the Port of Brisbane, company visit, and guest presentation will be incorporated in the course to offer students opportunities to understand the dynamic nature of international trade. Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed 80 credit points prior to enrolment.Students should not enrol in this subject if they have previously completed 2011IBA Export Management at Griffith University.

This subject provides students with a framework for understanding the field of international trade. The subject examines the environment for international trade and investment, particularly political, social, economic, technological, environmental and other factors that influence strategic firm-level plans and senior management decisions about a firms cross-border trade and investment activities. Students will be required to understand relevant macro-level international trade and investment theories and the global system and issues surrounding the conduct of international business from an organisational strategy and operational perspective. An applied understanding of international trade and investment will be encouraged through students analysing and examining the constraints affecting entry to new markets and specific market entry options and global business activities.

International Trade

Globalisation has meant that businesses no longer operate within domestic borders. This course is designed to help you gain a deeper understanding of the international business environment and the major issues that affect how businesses operate internationally. You’ll learn about cultural influences, international trade and investment, political environments, and emerging markets. You’ll also study how multinational firms operate internationally and the various entry modes and strategies to enter new foreign markets. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to up-skill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. This is a third-year course from UniSA Online’s Management degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

This course explores the international business environment in which organisations operate. The course examines the structure and features of the international markets, how organisations engage with these markets, and how they respond to their complexities. Students are introduced to useful theoretical and analytical frameworks that are crucial to understanding the opportunities and risks derived from the political, economic, social, technological, and institutional environment of countries. The course also reviews aspects of global institutions, such as the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which set global rules that profoundly affect business strategy and human welfare. Through this course, students are introduced to fundamental skills and competencies for further development towards an international business profession.

International Business Environment

The aim of this subject is to provide an introduction to the concepts, principles and practice of exporting and importing goods. The subject is arranged in 12 modules. It starts by examining classical and modern theories of international trade. Marketing is an essential element of export practice and therefore a significant portion of this subject is devoted to market selection, market entry strategies, and product pricing decisions. In addition, this subject considers the role of logistics in value adding of products. A major area of concern for traders is the finance and payment for traded goods. This subject explores the mechanisms which facilitate modern-day trade within the international regulatory framework. Finally, the subject examines the common procedures and documentation involved in exporting and importing.

This subject will develop and enhance your understanding and appreciation of how constant and/or evolutionary changes to the international business environment influence the operations and conduct of domestic and cross border For-Profit and Not for Profit enterprises. You will examine key strategic and structural drivers and tools that support globalization and the establishment of multi-national entities. You will be exposed to models, approaches and challenges of successful cross-cultural management, negotiations, communications, and knowledge transfer.

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