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Course summary

This programme groom students to be more business-savvy in order to prepare for the exciting challenges in the new economy. It is an excellent all-rounded choice for those who wish to progress in a business management career. This programme is one of the most popular and dynamic degrees offered by The University of Newcastle, Australia. As a graduate of the programme, they will be equipped to take advantage of career opportunities in the following professions: business management, retail management, advertising and promotions management, industrial relations, marketing, small and medium enterprise management, foreign economic relations, international trade, international marketing and investments, tourism and hospitality management.

Program modules

The modules include: English for Tertiary Studies 1; Mathematics 1; Economics 1 (Microeconomics); Accounting 1; English for Tertiary Studies 2; Mathematics 2; Economics 2 (Macroeconomics); Accounting 2; Accounting for Decision Makers; Managing the Organisation; Microeconomics for Business Decisions; Business Decision Making; Introduction to Sustainable Tourism Management; Information and Communication in Business; Foundations of Law; Principles of Marketing; Human Resource Management; Consumer Behaviour; Marketing Research; Services Marketing; Macroeconomics in the Global Economy; Finance, Business Strategy; Visitor Behaviour and Management; Organisations, Politics and Society; Advertising and Promotion Strategy; Leadership and Entrepreneurship; Organisational Structures and Design; Strategic Marketing Management; Tourism Marketing; International Marketing; Managing Organisational Change.

Entry requirement for international students

Applicants should have completed a minimum of 5 GCE 'O' level credits including English (second languages are excluded). An applicant for a place at the University of Newcastle who does not speak English as a first language must demonstrate that they meet the University's English proficiency requirement. Applicants without the required average grades may also apply but will be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the University. Applicants who meet the minimum entry requirements of this degree and possess the following qualifications may be exempted from Year 1: GCE 'A' levels (minimum 3 'A' level passes including mathematics, excluding general paper) and meeting the minimum entry requirement of the programme; or diploma from a local polytechnic or other recognised institutions; or Higher NITEC. Applicants with diplomas or advanced diplomas in related studies from polytechnics or other recognised institutions may be considered for advance standing into the Year 2 courses. Students from India should have obtained Secondary School Certificate (Standard X) with minimum average grade of 60 per cent; certification from Head of School that the medium of instructions and examinations was conducted in English. Students from other countries should have specific academic qualifications equivalent to Singapore standards.

Qualification

Bachelor Degree

Awarding body

University of Newcastle, Australia