International Business
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of International Business
CRICOS course code
042564E
Length
3 years
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description
This course offers students the opportunity to study the international economic environment in which businesses operate. A generalist first year provides a basic platform of knowledge spanning accounting, economics, management, information systems, law and business statistics. There is some flexibility to enable students to complement studies in international finance, international management and international marketing, with studies in areas of personal interest including a foreign language and culture.
Course structure
Students complete subjects totalling 360 credit points (all subjects are worth 15 credit points), including at least 255 credit points from subjects offered by the Faculty of Law and Management. First year: Seven compulsory subjects and one elective. Second year: Four compulsory subjects and four electives. Third year: Four compulsory subjects and four electives.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Accounting, economics, management, finance, marketing, business law, human resource management, international business, international management, international finance and international marketing.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
18 200
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
Successful completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at undergraduate (EFS5 (60%) UG) level conducted by La Trobe University Language Centre; for more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test: a minimum score of 550 with a score of 5 or better in the Test of Written English; or
TOEFL Computer-based Test: a minimum score of 213 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test: a minimum score of 80 with no individual score less than 20; or
Satisfactory completion of an English language subject at Year 12 or equivalent level. This must have been completed in the last two years and at an academic level acceptable to La Trobe University; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
LTU Foundation Studies - 65
Aust. Yr 12 (ENTER) 2009 (indicative only) - 75.35
International Baccalaureate - 26
Cambridge A Levels/STPM - 6
Sri Lankan A Levels - CCC
MICSS (UEC) - 3A 3B
Canada Secondary School (or CPU) - 65
Norway Upper Secondary Certificate - 3.5
Sweden Slutbetyg - G
All Indian Sen SC (Best 5 Subjects) - 65
Vietnam (Year 12) - 8
National (China) Gao Kao - 500
Shanghai (China) Gao Kao - 410
Guangzhou (China) Gao Kao - 550
Thailand (Matayoma 6) - GPA 2.6
GAC Cert. IV - GPA 2.3
If you do not meet these entry requirements you might be interested in La Trobe's Foundation Studies and Diploma Programs, which provide an alternative pathway to La Trobe's undergraduate program. For more information please visit the La Trobe International College website.
Subject prerequisites
Mathematics determined to be equivalent to VCE Units 1 & 2.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Career opportunities
This degree prepares graduates for a generalist or specialist career in any organisation which operates in the international arena. Career opportunities exist in multi-national companies, government departments, financial institutions and import/export businesses.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to join the Australian Marketing Institute or the Marketing Research Society of Australia as associate members.
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au