Program Requirements

The Bachelor of International Business requires completion of 144 units, of which:

A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses

The 144 units must include:

24 units from completion of the Business and Economics Essentials minor

12 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:

BUSI2025 - International Business (6 units)

BUSI3020 - International Strategic Management (6 units)

6 units from completion of a core course from the following list:

BUSI2023 - Dynamics of Asian Business (6 units)

BUSI2024 - Dynamics of Business in the Middle East (6 units)

BUSI2034 - Dynamics of European Business (6 units)

6 units from completion of a core course from the following list:

BUSI3024 - International Marketing (6 units)

MGMT3025 - International Human Resource Management (6 units)

A further 12 units from completion of core courses from the following list:

BUSI2023 - Dynamics of Asian Business (6 units)

BUSI2024 - Dynamics of Business in the Middle East (6 units)

BUSI2034 - Dynamics of European Business (6 units)

BUSI3024 - International Marketing (6 units)

BUSI3028 - Business in China (6 units)

BUSI3029 - Cross-Cultural Management (6 units)

BUSI3030 - International Supply Chain Management (6 units)

MGMT3025 - International Human Resource Management (6 units)

Either:

12 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:

ASIA1025 - Asia and the Pacific: Power, diversity and change (6 units)

ASIA1030 - Asia and the Pacific in Motion (6 units)

36 units from the completion of courses in a single Asian language

12 units from the completion of courses offered by the ANU College of Asia and the Pacific

Or:

12 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:

EURO1004 - Europe in the Modern Era (6 units)

EURO2012 - Uniting Europe: history, politics, theory (6 units)

36 units from the completion of courses in a single European language

12 units of courses from the completion of courses offered by the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences

Or:

12 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:

MEAS1001 - Introduction to the Modern Middle East (6 units)

MEAS2105 - The Political Economy of the Middle East (6 units)

36 units from the completion of courses in Arabic or Persian

12 units of courses from the completion of courses offered by the Centre for Arab and Islamic Studies

Or:

12 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:

POLS2011 - Development and Change (6 units)

POLS2095 - Politics in Latin America (6 units)

36 units from the completion of language courses in the subject area SPAN

12 units of courses from the completion of courses offered by the ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences

24 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU

The minor in Business and Economics Essentials will not be listed on transcripts for students completing the Bachelor of International Business.

For majors and minors offered by the ANU College of Business and Economics, students may count a course towards multiple majors and minors. If a minor is a subset of all stated courses and/or prerequisites for a major, the completion of the major overrides completion of the minor, and only the major is regarded as having been completed. If all major and/or minor courses are compulsory courses in the degree, the major and/or minor will not be listed on the transcript.

Individual study plans for each region can be viewed here

Capstone Courses

Minors

Elective Study

Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective major, minor or specialisation.

Study Options

Admission Requirements

At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not guarantee entry into the program.

In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors.

The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs and change admission requirements as needed.

Domestic applicants

Before applying for a program, you should review the general information about domestic undergraduate admission to ANU programs and how to apply, and the program-specific information below.

• Applicants with recent secondary education are assessed on:
  • completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent, and the minimum Selection Rank (from their academic qualifications, plus any adjustment factors) requirement for this program; and
  • co-curricular or service requirement (applies to applicants who complete secondary education in the year prior to commencing at ANU); and
  • English language proficiency; and
  • any program-specific requirements listed below.
• Applicants with higher education study are assessed on:
  • previous higher education studies; or secondary education results if completed less than one full-time equivalent year (1.0 FTE) of a degree; or the result from a bridging or preparatory course; and
  • English language proficiency; and
  • any program-specific requirements listed below.
• Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are assessed on:
  • previously completed VET qualifications at AQF level 5 or higher (i.e. a Diploma or above); or secondary education results if the VET qualification is not completed; and
  • English language proficiency; and
  • any program-specific requirements listed below.
• Applicants with work and life experience are assessed on:
  • ATAR or equivalent if secondary education was completed; or the Special Adult Entry Scheme (SAES); or work experience; and
  • English language proficiency; and
  • any program-specific requirements listed below.

International applicants

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found here. Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.

Diversity factors & English language proficiency  
As Australia's national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency.

Further information is available for English Language Requirements for Admission

Prerequisites

There are no formal program prerequisites. But assumed knowledge is:-ACT: Mathematical Methods (Major)/Further Mathematics/Specialist Mathematics (major)/ Specialist Methods or NSW: Mathematics or equivalent. More information about interstate subject equivalencies can be found here.

Adjustment Factors

Adjustment factors are additional points added to an applicant's Selection Rank (for example an applicant's ATAR). ANU offers adjustment factors based on performance and equity principles, such as for high achievement in nationally strategic senior secondary subjects and for recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies. 

Selection Rank adjustments are granted in accordance with the approved schedules, and no more than 15 (maximum 5 subject/performance-based adjustment factors and maximum 10 equity-based adjustment factors) can be awarded. 

You may be considered for adjustment factors if you have:

• applied for an eligible ANU Bachelor degree program
• undertaken Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate
• achieved an ATAR or equivalent at or above 70
• not previously attempted tertiary study.

Please visit the ANU Adjustment Factors website for further information.

Fee Information

All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)

The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.

For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments

Scholarships

ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.

Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are.  Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.

For further information see the Scholarships website.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates from the Bachelor of International Business go on to have successful careers in roles such as:

International trade specialist/global sourcing specialist

Locates sources of supplies (components, raw materials) and prepares import or export documents for transportation intermediary companies such as freight forwarders or customs-house brokers and for commercial banks to ensure compliance with domestic and foreign government regulations. Training for this position requires knowledge of specialised legal regulations, a foreign language, international trade credit practices, and business customs in other countries. Normally, the regulatory specifics related to international transportation are learned on the job.

Research analyst

Requires interaction with decision-makers by providing background data on new business opportunities (foreign environmental screening and international market research). While these positions may start with solely domestically related projects, they evolve to require the ability in assessing data for internationally oriented business opportunities. Thus, familiarity with a foreign language, area studies and international business practices will be an asset. A concentration in business finance, marketing and e-commerce would improve an individual's chances of obtaining this type of position.

Marketing representative

Typically oriented to the generation of sales for manufacturers or service companies. Responsibilities may include developing relationships with agents, dealers, distributors, licensees and/or strategic alliance partner firms in other countries. Typically, such opportunities develop after a proven period of success in developing one or more domestic market segments. A concentration in marketing is a helpful complement to an international business major.

International accounting specialist

Handles cross-border transactions, overseas trade agreements and other activities related to international business. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of foreign laws, tax structures and business practices. Usually fluent in two or more languages.

Import/export

Importer: Importers bring goods into a country. This requires specialised knowledge in transportation, the customs and regulations of the country into which goods are imported, knowledge of international business and languages.

Exporter: Exporters send goods to other countries. This requires specialised knowledge in transportation and the markets where the goods are to be exported. Knowledge of international business and languages is needed.

Industry placements via the CBE Internship Program are also available.

Learning Outcomes

1. review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge

2. demonstrate a broad understanding of international business knowledge with depth in some areas

3. exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence

4. present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of international business knowledge and ideas

5. demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship

6. adapt knowledge and skills in diverse international business contexts

7. demonstrate responsibility and accountability for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters

Further Information

Electives: 

Students have 48 units of electives in a single degree program. Electives can be selected from CBE or other Colleges. No more than 10 courses at 1000 level.

Students wish to undertake an out of college elective may contact the relevant College directly.

Student Responsibility:

It is the student's responsibility to select electives in such a way that:

• they satisfy prerequisites for the corresponding course/s.
• they conform to the rules set out in Programs and Courses or if unsure seek advice from the CBE office.

It is the student's responsibility to select the courses appropriate for his/her program.