314724 v.1 International Business Major (MCom)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
The International Business Major (MCom) entails both independent study and team projects across a range of relevant, internationally-focused subjects and specialist topics. The course may also provide you with an opportunity to plan and experience an international study tour to one or more overseas countries.
Major/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. demonstrate familiarity with current international business management issues including global distribution and transportation
2. think creatively and reflectively to generate innovative solutions to complex international business problems and issues
3. access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from a range of sources appropriate in international business scenarios; make valid judgements based on sound evidence; analyse case study material and journal articles
4. communicate effectively to clients, staff, professionals, management and industry within the ethical and professional framework of international business; prepare written academic reports and prepare and deliver oral presentations of a professional standard
5. consider profitability, sustainability and impact on the environment, health and society when using new and established technologies in international business
6. continue to acquire new knowledge and expertise in the field of international management using a range of learning strategies
7. evaluate the impacts of international business in global systems; apply international standards and practices within a global context
8. apply relevant management and cross cultural communication concepts to international business contexts; work effectively in multicultural teams and make positive and effective contributions to class discussions
9. work professionally and ethically, both independently and collaboratively, complying with appropriate legislation and protocols
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 4688 | v.6 | Human Resource Management Overview 560 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12285 | v.5 | Strategic Global Business 650 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5275 | v.11 | Management and Organisational Behaviour 560 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314711 | v.1 | Culture and Ethics in Business 500 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12474 | v.4 | International Marketing 580 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12217 | v.3 | Global Distribution and Transportation 501 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11941 | v.3 | Managerial Accounting 530 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5758 | v.6 | International Management 675 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 306344 | v.1 | Comparative Management 601 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306346 | v.1 | Dynamics of International Strategy 601 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314712 | v.1 | Business Research Methods 500 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 5771 | v.9 | International Human Resource Management 650 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 312223 | v.1 | Contemporary Governance 600 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11662 | v.3 | Business Dissertation (Management) 691 | 6.0 | 50.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
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