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Overview

The Bachelor of Commerce (B Com (International)), which includes a one year international exchange component, is a highly valued business qualification. The program is designed for students who want to complement their business degree with international studies (including asian studies, european studies or languages), and also for those students who … For more content click the Read More button below. Program Benefits: Highly regarded by industryProvides students with business fundamentals and the option to explore their interestsPrepares students academically, technically and professionallyEquips students with the skills and knowledge to pursue a variety of career options in business organisations, government and non-government agencies, nationally and internationallyAllows students to obtain accreditation in the fields of accounting, marketing and human resource managementThe international exchange component develops students' international experience and outlook

Learning Outcomes

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Business knowledge: Students will make informed and effective selection and application of knowledge in a discipline or profession, in the contexts of local and global business.
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Problem solving: Students will define and address business problems, and propose effective evidence-based solutions, through the application of rigorous analysis and critical thinking.
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Business communication: Students will harness, manage and communicate business information effectively using multiple forms of communication across different channels.
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Teamwork: Students will interact and collaborate effectively with others to achieve a common business purpose or fulfil a common business project, and reflect critically on the process and the outcomes.
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Responsible business practice: Students will develop and be committed to responsible business thinking and approaches, which are underpinned by ethical professional practice and sustainability considerations.
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Global and cultural competence: Students will be aware of business systems in the wider world and actively committed to recognise and respect the cultural norms, beliefs and values of others, and will apply this knowledge to interact, communicate and work effectively in diverse environments.
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Leadership development: Students will develop the capacity to take initiative, encourage forward thinking and bring about innovation, while effectively influencing others to achieve desired results.
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Program Structure
192 Units of Credit:

Students must complete 192 UOC as a standalone program.

International Depth courses

Students must complete MGMT2102 prior to their exchange and MGMT3110 upon their return.

12 UOC of Studies of the Region courses are to be completed as part of the 48 UOC completed while undertaking the compulsory 1 year exchange at an overseas institution. Students may complete COMM6512 or two COMM6513 courses to meet this requirement. Approved Studies of the Region courses must relate to the country or region of the COP (Commerce Overseas Program) placement - for example, language of the region, history of the region, geography of the region, politics or business practices of the regions - or be international or global in nature

Prescribed Work Integrated Learning Course (WIL)

Students must complete a 6 UOC Work Integrated Learning (WIL) course within their program. This course can count as a free elective or where applicable, can count as a Commerce major elective.

Focussed International Studies

24 UOC of courses in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS), which must be be taken within ONE area of:
Asian Studies, Development Studies, European Studies, Globalisation Studies, International Relations, Language Studies, Politics
History

Students with free electives available may use their free electives to complete a major or minor in their chosen Focussed International Studies area, if they wish.

Free Electives

Students can take up to a maximum of 60 UOC of Free Electives. The number of Free electives will vary depending on the chosen Commerce major and whether the Work Integrated Learning course is being completed under the major.

Students may choose to complete an optional second major/minor using their free electives.

Please note: GEN coded courses cannot count as a Free elective.

Optional Second Major or Minor (Commerce)

Overseas Study Program (Exchange)

Students must complete a 48 UOC Overseas Study Program, comprising a one-year exchange at an approved overseas university. The 48 UOC includes 12 UOC of Studies of the Region courses.Studies of the Region courses are separate to the Commerce depth component and the Focussed International Studies component. The Studies of … For more content click the Read More button below.

Minimum UNSW Business School UOC

Students must complete a minmum of 108 UOC of Business School courses to meet the Commerce Depth requirement. Courses include compulsory core, flexible core, International Depth and Major requirements.

Maximum Level 1 Courses

Students may complete up to a maximum of 84 UOC of Level 1 courses towards their degree.

Level 2 and 3 Maturity Requirements

Student must have completed 24 UOC before taking any level 2 courses.
Student must have completed 48 UOC before taking any level 3 courses.

Related Programs

Related Programs

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom3502 - Commerce
Bachelor of Commerce (Co-op) - BCom(Co-op)3554 - Commerce (Co-op)

Program Requirements

Progression Requirements

Pathways

Honours Programs

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - BCom (Hons)4501 - Commerce (Honours)

Professional Outcomes

Professional Recognition

Career Opportunities

Recognition of Achievement

University Medal

Award of Pass with Distinction

Additional Information

Please note that these requirements may be subject to change. Students should always follow the program requirements according to the year they started their degree. For more information please visit Previous UNSW Online Handbooks

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