BUSINESS 2013: BUSINESS DEGREES OF SUccESS doc

cORE UNITS aND ElEctIvES The core units you may study in this degree include those from the Bachelor of Business and Commerce, as well as leadership units: Advanced Business Seminars; F

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BUSINESS 2013

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Why Study Business at UWS? ��4

Degrees of Success

Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership) ��6

Bachelor of Business and Commerce ��8

Accounting Major�� 10

Applied Finance Major �� 12

Hospitality Management Major �� 13

Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations Major �� 15

International Business Major �� 16

Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Business and Commerce

Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology/

Bachelor of Business and Commerce

Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology/

Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Accounting)

Bachelor of Business and Commerce/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership)/Bachelor of Laws

Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of Business and Commerce

Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business and Commerce

Providing Support through Scholarships ��26

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great camaraderie eNHaNceS YOUr LearNiNg eXPerieNce time tO deVeLOP YOUr OWN

area OF SPeciaLtY eNgagiNg cLaSSeS WitH PracticaL traiNiNg eXerciSeS

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Why StUdy

BUSINESS

at UWS?

PREPaRE FOR a dyNamIc, ExcItINg aNd challENgINg carEEr

Whether you aim to become a corporate business executive or run your own enterprise, a University of Western Sydney Business degree will equip you with the knowledge, experience and contacts

to successfully apply proven business principles in new and innovative ways

coNtEmporary cUrrIcUlUm

With modern unit choices and materials, industry-based projects and placements, a flexible course structure, and a balance of theory and practical field studies, you will have the best preparation to be career-ready when you enter the world of business

lEarN from INSpIrINg, ENthUSIaStIc tEachINg Staff lEadINg thEIr fIEldS

We have a reputation for teaching and learning excellence, and we invest in the continuous innovation and improvement

of our teaching staff and systems Our reputation extends to fields of research

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gaIN rEal-World

ExpErIENcE

Industry experts are invited to present case

studies related to particular contemporary

issues within various business disciplines

Students can access local work

experience opportunities and get involved

in projects relevant to their business

discipline with organisations located in the

Greater Western Sydney region

profESSIoNal

REcOGNITION

Our courses are developed in consultation

with leading industry practitioners and an

external advisory board to ensure you have

the skills you need to be competitive in

today’s workplace For example, industry

feedback on the need for graduates to

be able to solve problems using a holistic

business perspective rather than a narrow

discipline approach has been utilised

in the design of the UWS Business and

Commerce degree

practIcal lEarNINg

A business program that gives students

a practical approach to learning while improving skills and performance – that

is the vision of the academic community

gEt BUSINESS-rEady

We expect our graduates will finish their degrees being ‘business-ready’ with not only the practical knowledge and skills, but also the experience of what it is like to work within their discipline addressing real-world problems and developing solutions

lIft yoUr profIlE

Learn from academics with a high international profile who are experts in their fields, and gain accreditation from leading Australian industry organisations Take advantage of international work experience opportunities, and get involved in our active research program

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there are many business

degrees, but the UWS

Bachelor of Business and

commerce (advanced

Business Leadership) gives

you the competitive edge

the advanced Business

Leadership degree is

exclusively for high-achieving

students, and will continually

challenge you to do even

better and build on your

academic success.

This degree is aimed at transforming today’s brightest business minds into tomorrow’s business leaders You will be mentored and guided by leading business academics and be equipped with a high level of business knowledge The broadly-based, multidisciplinary degree provides flexibility and choice where you can select your primary business discipline from different majors

The majors are: Accounting; Applied Finance; Hospitality Management; Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations; International Business;

Management; Marketing; Property; Sport Management

cORE UNITS aND ElEctIvES

The core units you may study in this degree include those from the Bachelor

of Business and Commerce, as well as leadership units: Advanced Business Seminars; Frontiers of Business Theory and Analysis; Business Leadership; and Entrepreneurial Team

You will choose four electives from Business disciplines or other courses offered by the University of Western Sydney

For detailed information about the course structure and units, visit myfuture.uws.edu.au

BachElor of BUSINESS

aNd commErcE (advaNcEd

BUSINESS lEadErShIp)

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fUrthEr StUdIES

An Honours year is available to

high-achieving students Information and

details on how to apply for Honours will be

provided to you as you progress through

your Bachelor degree, or you can find out

more at myfuture.uws.edu.au/honours

caREER OPPORTUNITIES

For information on career opportunities

for graduates of the Bachelor of

Business and Commerce (Advanced

Business Leadership), refer to the Majors

you are interested in on pages 10 to 21

ScholarShIp opportUNIty

The Dean’s Scholarship is valued at

$5,000 per year for up to four years time (or part-time equivalent), including Honours Applicants of the Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership) degree are eligible

full-to receive this scholarship Scholarships are awarded on the basis of highest ATAR and/or GPA to the maximum number awardable No application is required For more information, please visit

myfuture.uws.edu.au/scholarships

laUra archIBald cUrrENtly StUdyINg BachElor of BUSINESS aNd commErcE

(advaNcEd BUSINESS lEadErShIp)

Being awarded the UWS Year 11 Most Outstanding Student was just the incentive Laura Archibald needed for her academic studies�

‘It motivated me to push myself academically throughout Year 12, and to strive to achieve an ATAR in the 90s,’ she says�

‘I was drawn to the Advanced Business Leadership component of my Business degree at UWS as it was an innovative and unique program that I believed would enhance my leadership skills in the business environment�

‘I can definitely recommend the Advanced Business Leadership program and the benefits that it offers to students� Some of the wonderful opportunities

I have had include being sponsored

to attend the University Scholars Leadership Symposium in Thailand in August 2011�’

For new students, Laura says, ‘Think about the career path that best suits your individual strengths, and what personally interests you�’

‘Don’t base your decision on what other people think or other factors, such as earning capacity, because you will never have to work a day in your life if you love your job!’

‘i can definitely recommend the advanced Business Leadership program and the benefits that it offers to students.’

COURSE UAC CODE LOCATION DURATION ATAR

B Business and Commerce

(Advanced Business

Leadership)

721000 Parramatta 3F/6P 92.00

PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE

While there is no formal requirement for students to complete work experience as part of this degree,

all students are encouraged to independently gain work experience in order to enhance their skills

Work experience serves as a valuable stepping-stone to future employment opportunities

PROFESSIONAL RECOgNITION

Professional recognition is associated with the discipline in which you complete a major (see below

for the majors that are available)

Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes

Note: the leadership component is offered at Parramatta campus only However, students wishing to complete a major offered only

at Campbelltown campus are able to study units at this campus.

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in any industry or

organisation, talented,

adaptable individuals who

possess well-rounded

business and commerce

expertise are always in

demand it is these people

who are best equipped

to guide the full range of

business operations the

commerce degree provides a

solid background in business

and commerce and will give

you a broad range of skills

and knowledge relevant

to various markets, their

environment and operations.

If you are unsure what facets of business you want to specialise in, this degree is for you This degree covers all major business domains and you can experience many facets of business before deciding your area of specialisation at the end of the first year You will have a choice through

a range of different majors, each of which reflects a particular business discipline

You will graduate from this degree with an understanding of the spectrum of business operations and with competencies that will enable you to act strategically and independently in your chosen career

The course seeks to equip all students with a good understanding of basic business issues, complemented by a high level of knowledge relevant to a specific business discipline as applied in a global environment

cORE UNITS

In your first year you will complete core units that may include: Business Academic Skills; Introduction to Economic Methods; Statistics for Business; Introduction

to Business Law; Management Dynamics;Marketing Principles;

Accounting Information for Managers; and Principles of Economics

In your final year you will complete a unit that provides an opportunity to demonstrate your skills in a real-world context

fUrthEr StUdIES

An Honours year is available to achieving students Information and details on how to apply for Honours will be provided to you as you progress through your Bachelor degree, or you can find out more at myfuture.uws.edu.au/honours

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THE MAjORS ARE:

EdWard popa

cUrrENtly StUdyINg BachElor of BUSINESS aNd commErcE

(advaNcEd BUSINESS lEadErShIp)/BachElor

of laWS

It was the unique business degree offered by UWS that convinced Edward Popa to study at the University�

‘The many opportunities, including international travel funded by the University, were particularly attractive,’ he says� ‘The range of scholarships made available was also another big plus to coming to UWS� Also, not spending hours on a train to the city leaves me more time to study and relax�

‘On top of an Academic Excellence Scholarship, my membership in the Future Leaders Aspire Program has exposed me to a group of talented people, many of whom I am now close friends with� In future, the Aspire program will provide the opportunity for internships and employment within the university�

‘UWS is a great place to learn and grow� You will be rewarded for your efforts in the HSC with the knowledge that your ATAR is not the sole determiner of what kind of professional you will become� There are countless pathways to university and entry as a school leaver is just one of them� Explore all your options before deciding on a course�’

‘the range of scholarships made available was also another big plus to coming

to UWS.’

B Business and Commerce

721005 Bankstown 3F/6P 65.05

721006 Campbelltown 3F/6P 65.45

721007 Parramatta 3F/6P 65.00

While there is no formal requirement for students to complete work experience as part of this degree,

all students are encouraged to independently gain work experience in order to enhance their skills

Work experience serves as a valuable stepping-stone to future employment opportunities

Key: B = Bachelor of; F = Full-time; P = Part-time Note: Part-time refers to study load, not to timetabling of evening classes.

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accounting major

good accountants

understand numbers great

accountants understand

how to think creatively,

apply innovative solutions

to everyday problems and

develop trusting, long-lasting

business relationships

the University of Western

Sydney’s accounting major

teaches you to be a great

accountant.

The Accounting major offers a broad approach to provide you with an in-depth knowledge of accounting, supported

by solid knowledge in relevant areas, such as law, economics, marketing, information systems, management, applied finance and statistics We place particular emphasis on the development

of the technical and personal skills you will need to provide advice as a business and financial professional

To graduate with a Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Accounting), you will be required to complete 24 units

All students are required to complete the core units of the Bachelor of Business and Commerce (listed on page 8) As a part of the Accounting major you may complete units that include Financial Accounting Applications; Corporate Financial Management; Contemporary Management Accounting; Accounting Information Systems; Corporate Accounting Systems;

and Taxation Law

There are up to five electives within the Bachelor of Business and Commerce Accounting major Electives may be chosen from other courses offered by the University of Western Sydney

INDIGENOUS aUStralIaN StUdIES

Enrolment in the Indigenous Australian Studies (IAS) major, sub-major or units

is available to all UWS undergraduate students who have open electives Find out more at studyias.com.au

As a UWS Accounting graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in:

» private practice accounting

» business strategy and planning

B Business and Commerce (Accounting)

Depending on the electives you choose, this degree will satisfy the accreditation standards of CPA Australia and The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia for entry into their CPA and CA programs respectively

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charlIE BroWN

BachElor of BUSINESS (markEtINg)

» CBN Media – Managing Director

» IT Editor – Channel 9 Today ShowCharlie’s passion for everything cyber gave him the drive to study a UWS marketing degree� The flexibility offered

by UWS allowed Charlie to incorporate information technology units as part of his Business degree�

‘The UWS Business degree consolidated

my approach to how I ran my business and reduced the mistakes I made�’Charlie states, ‘My studies gave me an idea and the tools to start my business and build it�’

Using key marketing fundamentals, Charlie started Cybershack�

Today, Charlie can be seen on Channel Nine’s Today Show as their technology guru� The brand Cybershack has associations with major companies and partnerships with global events�

Charlie’s advice to prospective students looking to achieve success is to ‘do the degree you are interested in doing’�

‘my studies gave me an idea and the tools to start my business and build it.’

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applied finance major

the world of finance is

complex and dynamic it

requires people who not

only understand the ways in

which individuals, businesses

and organisations raise,

allocate and use monetary

resources over time, but

who can also competently

consider the risks inherent

in any project as you would

expect, applied Finance has

a strong practical focus,

which will equip you with

real-life conceptual and

professional skills.

You will develop a strong grasp of finance along with foundational studies in accounting, economics, commercial law, management and marketing You will be able to adapt to dynamic environments, both globally and domestically

To graduate with a Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Applied Finance), you will

be required to complete 24 units

All students are required to complete the core units of the Bachelor of Business and Commerce (listed on page 8) As a part of the Applied Finance major, you may also complete units that include The Australian Macroeconomy; Financial Institutions and Markets; Corporate Financial Management; Economic Modelling;

Investment Management; Economic and Finance Engagement Project; and Portfolio Management

There are eight electives within the Bachelor of Business and Commerce Applied Finance major Electives may be chosen from other courses offered by the University of Western Sydney

In today’s changing marketplace, the forces of deregulation, privatisation, globalisation and technological advances have created a wide variety

of career opportunities in finance and investment As a UWS Applied Finance graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in:

» corporate finance (financial controllers

or officers)

» strategic planning and project evaluation (takeovers, mergers, acquisitions and divestitures)

» money and capital markets (bonds, options, futures and swaps)

» financial services management (financial planners and personal financial consultants)

B Business and Commerce (Applied Finance)

Students who complete the Applied Finance major and are also employed in the financial services industry are eligible for associate membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA)

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hospitality management major

effective hospitality is

about managing the overall

experience of the customer,

understanding the cultural

and economic influences

on travel, leisure and

tourism, managing people

and events, and efficient

problem solving the UWS

commerce Hospitality

management major will give

you an excellent basis for a

management career in the

hospitality industry.

The major provides you with a comprehensive understanding of advanced business management principles,

combined with hands-on industry experience to fine-tune your skills The course develops a critical awareness and understanding of the social, cultural, environmental and economic factors that affect the hospitality industry The results are efficient, creative and entrepreneurial managers who have a commitment to service excellence and the potential to reach senior management positions

The Hospitality Management major will endow you with strong, real-life problem-solving capabilities, the ability to anticipate change and a commitment to lifelong personal development These abilities are further enhanced during your third year, when you undertake research study tailored to your chosen career area

To graduate with a Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Hospitality Management), you will be required to complete 24 units

All students are required to complete the core units of the Bachelor of Business and Commerce (listed on page 8) As

a part of the Hospitality Management major you may complete units that include Managing the Food and Beverage Experience; Sport and Hospitality Event Management; Managing the Accommodation Experience; Introduction

to Economic Methods; Managing Service and Experience; Management Dynamics;

Hospitality Management Operations;

Hospitality Industry; Service Industry Studies; Planning and Design of Hospitality Facilities; and Hospitality Management Applied Project

There are eight electives within the Bachelor of Business and Commerce Hospitality Management major Electives may be chosen from other courses offered

by the University of Western Sydney and you might consider completing alternate Business, Language or Tourism units For detailed information about the course structure and units, visit myfuture.uws.edu.au

As a UWS Hospitality Management graduate, you can look forward to career opportunities in areas as diverse as:

» management of accommodation, food and beverage, or leisure recreation enterprises

» convention and other events management

» tourism and service-oriented management

B Business and Commerce (Hospitality Management) 721020 Parramatta 3F/6P 65.20

The Hospitality Management major includes a number of units that provide students with interaction with industry partners, which provides valuable insight and networking opportunities This culminates in an engaged unit of study in the final semester, in which students work on an industry-based problem

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SUrBhI vErma

BachElor of BUSINESS aNd commErcE

(advaNcEd BUSINESS lEadErShIp)

» Academic Excellence Scholarship recipient

Surbhi Verma recommends a proactive approach to selecting the right

university course� ‘Find out what area

of study you are interested in and work towards getting the best results you can in your higher education studies or qualifications,’ she says�

‘This will increase your chances of getting into a course� Then, come along to the variety of public events, such as UWS Open Day, to find out more information about the course� Open Day will provide you with an opportunity to speak to both academic and non-academic UWS staff about UWS courses, services or facilities�

‘UWS is a well-recognised and acclaimed university that was close to

highly-my home and offered a great course

I was interested in studying, the

Bachelor of Business and Commerce (Advanced Business Leadership) course�

I was offered an Academic Excellence Scholarship in recognition of my excellent results in the HSC�

‘My course is a future leaders program that provides students with an

opportunity to develop leadership and personal branding skills by attending specialist workshops that will assist them

in their future career�

‘The best aspect of my campus at Parramatta is that it has a central

location� The people on campus are very friendly and it’s a pleasant place to study�’

‘UWS is a well-recognised and highly-acclaimed

university.’

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