Bachelor of Business Bachelor of International Studies
Bachelor of Business Bachelor of International Studies
The Bachelor of Business Bachelor of International Studies is offered jointly by Business and International Studies. The course integrates the study of business with a major in the language and culture of another country. The course is intended for students with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations – whether they are…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Business Bachelor of International Studies is offered jointly by Business and International Studies. The course integrates the study of business with a major in the language and culture of another country.
The course is intended for students with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations – whether they are a recent school leaver or not; from Australia or abroad; have work experience or not; are a profession-seeker looking to discover a career path or professionally focused with a career in mind.
This course gives students a business degree with an international edge and the communication and interpersonal skills required for a career overseas or in a multinational organisation.
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.
Careers
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.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Admission to the combined degree is on merit according to the admissions selection criteria for the Bachelor of Business (C10026). There is a range of entry levels to the various language and culture programs.
The English proficiency requirement is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.
