BUSINESS Undergraduate courses 2013 Accountancy Advertising Economics Finance Human Resource Management International Business Management Marketing Public Relations Do your research Choosing what you are going to study at university is a big decision You need to research courses and universities, and carefully consider your options to make an informed decision about your study choice Why QUT Each year QUT is the university of choice for many prospective students for a number of reasons: Employability  QUT continues to outperform Queensland and Australian average rates for graduate employment Practical teaching  QUT continues to refine its winning balance of theory and practical experience with the addition of cutting-edge technology Convenience  Public transport and inter-campus shuttle buses make QUT one of Australia’s most accessible universities Industry links  QUT enjoys strong links with business and industry, ensuring our degrees respond to changing employer demands, and earning us our reputation as a university for the real world Choice of courses  QUT offers you a broad range of single and double degree options, and the ability to mix and match majors across many discipline areas Instant access  QUT is a recognised leader in using technology to enrich teaching and make studying easier 2012 calendar of events QUT staff and students will be available at the following 2012 events to answer your questions You can sign up to receive email reminders about upcoming events and check program and venue details at www.qut.edu.au/study/events Regional Careers Markets March–August Queensland and New South Wales Careers and Employment Expo 4–5 May 9am–4pm Friday 10am–4pm Saturday Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre Parent Information Seminar 16 May, 6–7.30pm Kelvin Grove campus Return to Study Seminar 21 June, 6–7pm Caboolture campus TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo) 21–22 July, 10am–4pm daily Exhibition Building RNA Showgrounds QUT Open Day 29 July, 9am–3pm Kelvin Grove campus QUT Caboolture Campus Open Day 19 August, 9am–2pm Caboolture campus Adult Tertiary Entry Expo 25 August, 10am–4pm Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre Parent Information Seminar 11 September, 6–7pm Caboolture campus Academic Scholarship Preparation Seminar 25 September, 5.30–7pm Kelvin Grove campus Discover QUT Including Parent Information Seminars and campus tours 25 September, 9am–2pm Gardens Point campus 26 September, 9am–2pm Kelvin Grove campus 27 September, 10am–2pm Caboolture campus Return to Study Seminar 27 September Gardens Point campus QUT Real Decisions 18 December, 10am–2pm Gardens Point campus Student life  There is a lot more to university than study Being a student at QUT can be the most exciting time of your life Support  QUT’s support programs will help you to make a successful transition to university and realise your potential International outlook  QUT’s worldclass courses and learning facilities ensure our graduates are equipped to work in Australia and overseas Contents Why choose Business at QUT? Go global – international study experiences Get involved – Business Advantage Program More student opportunities Business on campus Applying for entry Scholarships for high achievers Dean’s Honours Program (BS06) 12 Corporate Partners in Excellence scholarship program Indigenous Student Intern scholarships Bachelor of Business (BS05) Design your degree Majors 17 18 19 21 22 24 25 26 Accountancy Economics Finance Human Resource Management Management Advertising Marketing Public Relations International Business Enhance your business studies Double degrees 29 30 30 Business and Creative Industries Business/Creative Industries Business/Fine Arts Business/Journalism Business/Media and Communication Business and Science and Technology Business/Engineering (Civil, Electrical or Mechanical) 32 Business/Information Technology 33 Business/Corporate Systems Management 3 Business/Games and Interactive Entertainment 34 Science/Business 34 Business/Mathematics Business and Health Exercise and Movement Science/ Business 35 Business/Behavioural Science (Psychology) Business and Law 36 Business/Laws TAFE/QUT dual awards University Diploma in Business Business at a glance Explore your options Course information For in-depth information on the courses listed in this book, visit www.qut.edu.au/study Match My Skills If you would like to explore other degrees that match your interests and abilities, try Match My Skills, a five to ten-minute online, interactive quiz that has been designed by professional careers advisers Visit www.qut.edu au/study/undergraduate-study Other courses that might be of interest If you are interested in business degrees, you might also want to check out courses at QUT that would prepare you for careers in a diverse range of business settings, for example: • construction management • corporate systems management • creative and professional writing • journalism • mass communication • media and communication • property economics • quantity surveying • technology innovation Why choose Business at QUT? QUT’s business programs are all about providing you with a first-class education that meets your career and professional needs lecturers have international experience Our students come from more than 50 countries and add a further international perspective to your studies QUT Business School is Australia’s first business school to attain triple accreditation by international accrediting agencies: the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) for EQUIS and the American Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) for all our business courses, and the Association of MBAs (AMBA) for our MBA programs Less than one per cent of all business schools worldwide have achieved triple accreditation and we’re proud to be part of this elite group What does this mean for me as a QUT Business School student? It means that you can be sure that your course and your lecturers are of the highest standard and that your degree will be recognised internationally as coming from a quality school To be accredited, our programs, staff and involvement with the business and academic community, nationally and internationally, are regularly assessed and must meet international quality assurance processes What does a QUT Business School degree give me? At the QUT Business School we are proud of our involvement with the local, national and international business communities Industry representatives advise us on the content of our programs, which ensures that our graduates will be ready to work once they finish their degree— our students are recognised as having the skills business want and have a high employment rate Australia is part of a global business community—our courses recognise this and include internationally relevant material throughout, and many of our Student engagement with business professionals occurs in a range of ways including a number of internship programs, career preparation workshops and industry projects Your courses will also include work-relevant information and case studies to ensure you have the knowledge and skills to be effective in your employment from day one How can I get more from my studies? Do you want to work overseas? Would you like to work in a business with international operations? To get an edge in the global economy and a taste for working and living overseas, many of our students travel abroad to study at one of our many international partner institutions, for a semester or a short program Scholarships are available to support such travel For further information see page of this prospectus or see what some of our students have to say about their travels on our blog at blog.bus.qut.edu au/goneglobal You can also choose to take some personal development modules in our award-winning Business Advantage Program to help you gain a competitive edge in the workplace Modules include public speaking, leadership, community engagement and entrepreneurship You can participate in QUT Business School’s student associations to help build your networks, gain access to industry events and add to your university experience—they are a great way to make friends and meet professionals from your particular study area You might consider nominating for our well-supported student competition program: the QUT Business School has a very successful ‘case competition’ group which competes against students from leading international business schools What help will I get with my studies? The 4S Study Skills program offers assistance in the early stages of your studies in the core units which form the foundation for your degree The program will develop your academic skills, with workshops tailored to assessment tasks and one-on-one interviews with tutors to provide individual advice on your assignment submissions in these units Plus, our student learning advisers are available to assist you with your course, assignment or exam preparation queries As these advisers are business students, they will understand your concerns and questions, and have the experience and ability to answer them If English is your second language, you can further increase your skills in business expression throughout your studies: language and learning support is available for individual students each semester To assist you financially, a wide range of scholarships, prizes and bursaries are available through QUT and the QUT Business School For more information visit www.qut.edu.au/business/ scholarships Throughout your studies the helpful staff at our dedicated Student Services Centre will be available to answer your queries about the School and its services, including your admission, enrolment and administrative enquiries What will I find on campus? Business students have the advantage of using facilities such as the ‘Balcony on 9’, a students-only space where you can access the latest technology to work in groups or individually The new Science and Engineering Centre will offer exciting catering and sports facilities and some of your lectures may take place in this building You will have campus-wide wireless access, multimedia-equipped teaching spaces, and libraries that offer great learning and study environments Want to expand your study options? The QUT business degree lets you design a course that suits your interests and career goals Broaden your horizons by studying across multiple areas within business or across other areas of interest Make the most of your time at university Combine your business degree with another QUT degree to create a double degree, or deepen your knowledge and expand your career options through an honours or masters degree Can I get credit for studies I have already completed elsewhere? If you have successfully completed university or vocational qualifications already, you may be able to receive advanced standing (also known as credit) Check your eligibility at www.qut.edu.au/credit Will I get help finding work? QUT Careers and Employment can help you with, for example, resume writing and interview skills and provide access to the QUT CareerHub for part-time and full-time work As a QUT Business School student you will also have access to Lode, a website which links university students with some of Australia’s top employers for work opportunities For further information, visit www.lode.com.au Go global – international study experiences Add an international flavour to your degree, with an outstanding choice of countries, cultures and contexts The student exchange program provides you with a great opportunity to learn in another country and challenge yourself Studying abroad can open up new, rewarding experiences and opportunities QUT Business School partners with more than 50 top-ranked business schools around the world If you want to enhance your studies by spending time at some of the best business schools in the world, undertake an exchange as part of your QUT program Short-term study options, including study tours and language programs, are available at selected partner institutions Business students also have the opportunity to participate in international conferences, events and international competitions For more information refer to page Benefits of the international student exchange program Communicating in a new language While most international partners allow you to study in English, there’s no better way to improve your high school French, German, Mandarin or Japanese than by practising it with native speakers while overseas Even if you’re learning to speak a new language for the first time, a few words or phrases in the local tongue can help you to make a more meaningful connection with your hosts You may like to prepare for your exchange and communications in your host country by incorporating language studies into your degree, either as a second major or a minor Plus, you will enhance your international career options For more information about studying a language refer to page 28 Strengthen your CV Participating in an exchange program requires initiative, commitment and flexibility These are all qualities that employers value highly, so the skills you develop while overseas should give you an edge in the job market The time of your life Student exchange will give you stories and memories for a lifetime But don’t just take our word for it Check out what current and previous exchange students have to say about their overseas adventures at blog.bus.qut.edu.au/ goneglobal Student exchange/study abroad scholarships QUT Business School supports more than 100 students to participate in exchange or other international study opportunities each year with a range of scholarships More information For more information and to apply visit www.qut.edu.au/business/courses-andstudy/study-overseas-and-exchange Henry Taylor, left, considers Copenhagen a home away from home after his experiences as an exchange student at the Copenhagen Business School • Shannon Iwanow, below, completed a study tour at ESC Grenoble in France and describes her exchange experience as ‘fabulous, fabulous, fabulous’ • Ashley Duggan Ashley Duggan embarked on a six-month student exchange in 2009 to the University of Leeds, UK ‘Going on an exchange was the best experience of my degree It was exciting, challenging and rewarding QUT Business School helped me prepare by matching my QUT units with equivalent ones I could study in Leeds, so the exchange didn’t affect my completion date My exchange scholarship also made a huge difference financially Going on exchange gave me more energy and drive, and a fresh perspective.’ Get involved – Business Advantage Program Expand your social and professional networks, enrich your studies and boost your real-world prospects through the Business Advantage Program It’s free What is Business Advantage? Modules Want to stay in touch? The Business Advantage Program is a free and voluntary extracurricular program available to all business students as well as Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship recipients The program helps students develop additional personal and professional skills, which will further enhance their workplace competitiveness While module offerings can change from semester to semester, here is a sample of what is currently available: Keep up to date with Business Advantage news and other opportunities and events by subscribing to the Business Advantage enewsletter Guest presenters, including experts from industry and community leaders, deliver modules over 2–3 weeks each semester You can self register for modules designed to fit around your course work On completion you will receive a certificate to add to your resume Samantha Cable ‘Being in my first year of university, I was quite eager to get ahead of the pack Business Advantage provided me with knowledge that I could not get directly from my degree The workshops were engaging, fun and concluded with six new Facebook friend invites every time The free lunches are also a big perk.’ Kuan-Yu Wesley Chi ‘These workshops don’t just provide skills for university but for when you graduate and enter the real world I feel that it is not all about what you know but who you know as well, and QUT offers the opportunity to build a strong network which prepares you for when you graduate.’ Big Bang Executive Thinking • Building Cultural Intelligence • Business Etiquette • Community Engagement • Program features • Employment Preparation • Entrepreneurship • Leadership in Action • Maximising your Influence • Public Speaking • Teamwork in Action More information For more information, visit www.qut.edu.au/business/courses-andstudy/business-advantage-program More student opportunities Want more opportunities? Make the most of your university experience by getting involved in a variety of real-world learning and development opportunities available to our students SIFE – Students in Free Enterprise If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a focus on community development, QUT Business School offers students opportunities to participate in projects through Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) SIFE aims to develop students’ personal leadership and teamwork skills while creating and implementing community outreach projects that improve the quality of life of people in need Student associations You can participate in QUT Business School’s student associations to help build your networks, gain access to industry events and add to your university experience The QUT Business School also hosts a chapter of AIESEC, the world’s largest student-run organisation Present in over 110 countries and territories and with over 80 000 members, AIESEC provides a platform for youth leadership development For more information visit www.aiesecaustralia.org Power Shift Summit Conferences and events In 2011, business students participated in the Australian Youth Climate Coalition (AYCC) Entirely youth run, AYCC represents more than 30 of Australia’s largest youth organisations Students meet to contribute to the climate change debate and are empowered to make a difference You will have access to attend domestic and international events, attend research seminars or hear from international guest lecturers, and the opportunity to build your networks and industry contacts International business competitions We encourage and support students to put their skills and abilities to the test and compete in competitions with other universities around the world Competitions for undergraduate and postgraduate students are available Recent activities include: WorldMUN – World Model United Nations Moving to a new international city each year, the annual World Model United Nations (WorldMUN) Conference brings together approximately 2000 students from 60 countries to a youth summit Participants are assigned to represent countries, organisations, or leaders in order to debate pressing international issues This event provides students with a great way to experience a host country’s culture and to meet and learn from students from around the world Business on campus QUT has campuses at Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove in Brisbane’s CBD, and Caboolture in the growth corridor north of the city All nine majors in the Bachelor of Business are available at the Gardens Point campus The Management and Marketing majors are also available at the Caboolture campus You may need to attend classes on a different campus for electives or double degrees Each course page lists relevant campus information Gardens Point campus With more than 23 500 students, Gardens Point campus has a prime location in Brisbane’s city centre, beside the Brisbane River, City Botanic Gardens and Parliament House—a position that reinforces QUT’s links with business, industry and government Gardens Point is within easy walking distance of shops, restaurants, theatres, galleries, and public transport including buses, trains and its own ferry stop The Goodwill Bridge—a pedestrian and cycle bridge—links the campus to South Bank, which is the cultural centre of Brisbane QUT’s centre for the arts, the Gardens Cultural Precinct, presents a full theatre and exhibition program Students and the general public can enjoy QUT Creative Industries productions in acting, dance, and music, as well as works by a wide range of visiting Australian and international companies QUT Art Museum and the William Robinson Gallery in historic Old Government House offer a program of changing exhibitions A new Science and Engineering Centre is under construction on Gardens Point campus The Centre, due for completion in 2012, will bring together teaching and research in science, technology, engineering and mathematics disciplines It will include stimulating learning and research spaces, food and retail outlets, and a 50-metre swimming pool and gym Facilities at Gardens Point include: • libraries • computing and science laboratories • Student Centre • student counselling and health services • bookshop • Oodgeroo Unit • cafeteria • Campus Club • cafés • automatic teller machines • gymnasium • travel agency Our Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove campuses are linked by free shuttle buses To find out more about your transport options visit www.qut.edu.au/transport Caboolture campus Caboolture offers undergraduate degrees in business, education and nursing, and first-year studies in creative industries Caboolture campus, situated halfway between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, provides new career opportunities and convenience for the residents of Pine Rivers, Caboolture, the Sunshine Coast and hinterland, Glasshouse Mountains and Bribie Island The Caboolture campus is within easy reach of the Caboolture train station and is well serviced by local buses The campus is equipped with excellent teaching and learning facilities, including extended-hours computer labs and library, multimedia-equipped lecture theatres and wireless Internet access Students at Caboolture also enjoy free on-campus parking and access to the campus café, student lounge and sporting and recreational facilities The friendly atmosphere of this small campus makes studying at Caboolture a rewarding experience for students from both the local and surrounding regions Integrated Marketing Communication Primary major study areas as extensions Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) focuses on the strategic integration of the functions of public relations, advertising, promotion, direct marketing, and personal selling to achieve brand equity and increase the effectiveness of promotional communications with target audiences A four-unit extension is available in each of the following three primary major study areas: You will be equipped to confront the fragmentation of mass markets, the explosion of new technologies that give consumers more control over the communication process, the emergence of global markets, and rapid changes in economic conditions within which organisations operate As a second major or a minor, IMC will complement marketing, public relations or advertising majors Adding a stronger emphasis on communications skills will see you well positioned to work in a variety of industries, whether your interests lie in consumer goods, service industries, the public sector or charity organisations See pages 20, 21 and 24 for more information Integrated Marketing Communication second major units • Integrated Marketing Communication • Events Marketing • Advertising Theory and Practice • Introduction to Public Relations • Direct Marketing • Sales and Customer Relationship Management Language studies For more information about your options to study a language, visit www.qut.edu au/languages or www.bulh.edu.au Languages offered include: • Human Resource Management • Management • Marketing Applied Economics This minor for non-economics majors focuses on the application of economic principles to current social and environmental issues Entrepreneurship Innovation in business is essential to ensure success The entrepreneurship minor provides exposure to the new venture creation process and provides an understanding of the skills, knowledge and experience required to be a successful entrepreneur The units are designed to give you an opportunity to develop your own creative skills while applying principles of management, marketing and finance to the challenges of starting a new business, growing a business, or managing a hightechnology or a family business Financial Services This extension for the finance major consists of four units designed to prepare the finance student for a banking career and general financial services employment Funds Management This extension for the finance major consists of four units designed to develop your research, technical and quantitative skills • French • Korean • German • Mandarin • Indonesian • Portuguese • Italian • Russian Professional Accounting • Japanese • Spanish This extension for accountancy majors contains additional units to provide further depth in your accountancy studies It enables graduates to meet the academic component of the requirements for professional recognition with CPA, ICAA, ACCA and IPA and signals commitment within your chosen field to employers You can use minor and extension study areas to extra studies to complement your major area You can take these study areas as either a minor or an extension to your primary major 28 Forensics Available for study by any business student, this minor will develop your knowledge, technology skills and analytics to identify indicators of poor corporate governance, mismanagement, misrepresentation of financial statements and fraud The demand for forensic skills by the corporate world makes this minor a very attractive option for students Quantitative Economics This minor is particularly suitable for students wanting to develop quantitative modelling skills that are transferable to other fields, such as finance and accounting The minor is designed for non-economics majors Regulation and Tax This extension for accountancy majors prepares graduates for advisory roles across a range of business-related matters, including tax planning and consulting, company secretarial matters, business planning and structuring, superannuation fund services and wealth creation and management Sales Sales is an ideal complementary minor for marketing, and students interested in progressing their career in marketing should strongly consider this minor Sales is a critical component of the marketing mix, with many organisations being strongly sales driven Studies in this area will provide career opportunities within marketing and sales departments Superannuation and Wealth Management Wealth management is a major Australian industry With knowledge and understanding of superannuation, financial planning and the regulatory framework in which they operate, this minor offers you skills that are vital in the financial sector, and provides opportunities within this exciting career area Tourism and Entertainment Marketing If you are interested in either of these economically important areas, you should consider this minor as an integral part of your business degree Both tourism and entertainment employ large numbers of business graduates and both areas provide interesting and satisfying career paths, both locally and internationally Double degrees Give yourself the competitive edge with your widespread knowledge and skill base The opportunities are endless— combine your business degree with a degree in creative industries, engineering, health, information technology, law, mathematics, psychology or science The advantage of a double degree Completing a double degree broadens your knowledge and career choices, enables you to tackle interdisciplinary problems and better prepares you for a career in a fast-changing, complex world Course length Most double degrees are completed in four to five years For more information visit www.qut.edu.au/study With your double degree you will be highly attractive to employers, making this one of the best investments you can make Business and Creative Industries Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Creative Industries QTAC code 409182  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and for accountancy, finance, economics and marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) Equip yourself for an inspiring career in the growth and development of creative industries Creative businesses continue to establish themselves worldwide, so not only will you be able to use this degree globally, but your combined skills and knowledge will also enhance your value to traditional as well as creative businesses Some of the combinations of business and creative industries include: • • • Career outcomes media and communication and advertising Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: film, television and screen with marketing • entertainment industries producer • events manager • entertainment marketing professional creative and professional writing and public relations You will complete Bachelor of Creative Industries core units as well as one creative industries major Your business degree component includes eight business core units and eight business major units For more details check the course table at the back of the book Career outcomes will depend largely on the choice of major or specialisation undertaken within Creative Industries 29 Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Fine Arts QTAC code Fashion: 409632, Visual Arts: 409682, Interactive and Visual Design: 409312, Drama: 409952, Creative and Professional Writing: 409432  |  2012 OP Fashion, Visual Arts: please see note below ❏, Interactive and Visual Design: 10, Drama: 9, Creative and Professional Writing: 10  |  2012 rank Fashion, Visual Arts: see note below ❏, Interactive and Visual Design: 81, Drama: 83, Creative and Professional Writing: 81  |  Campus Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and for accountancy, economics, finance, and marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) This combined degree opens up a wide range of creative and business careers You will graduate not only with advanced technical and creative skills, but also with highly developed business knowledge Immerse yourself in the fine arts major with up to 16 discipline units and gain in-depth knowledge in your specialisation Your business degree component comprises eight business core units and eight business major units The fine arts areas include fashion, visual arts, interactive and visual design, drama, and creative and professional writing Additional entry requirements may apply For more information check your course details at www.qut.edu.au/study Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • fashion designer • visual arts specialist • stage manager • fashion manager or marketer Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Journalism QTAC code 409172  |  2012 OP 5  |  2012 rank 92  |  Campus Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and for accountancy, finance, economics and marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) The combination of journalism with business majors will equip you for specialist journalism careers in finance, international affairs, or political and social commentary You will gain in-depth knowledge in journalism within 16 specialist units Your business degree component comprises eight business core units and eight business major units 30 Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • journalist • media executive • business analyst • researcher Students are selected on additional entry requirements and academic achievement Please see the course details at www.qut.edu.au/study For more details check the course table at the back of the book ❏ Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Media and Communication QTAC code 409132  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and for accountancy, finance, economics and marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) This double degree will set you up with in-depth business knowledge and practical skills and a contextual understanding of media and communication Through this course you will be provided with a diverse range of career options, including media marketing and promotions, international communications and media policy You will gain in-depth knowledge in media and communication with 16 specialist units Your business degree component comprises eight business core units and eight business major units Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • media/entertainment producer • public relations consultant • international business specialist Kiara Bowles Public Relations and Journalism Kiara pursued her interests in writing and media with a double degree at QUT ‘Being a QUT graduate certainly helped to open doors for me Our lecturers encouraged us to undertake work experience, and internship opportunities were offered as part of our course As a corporate communications consultant, I am responsible for writing communication strategy documents, media releases, website copy, brochures and newsletters, as well as organising events and presentations It’s a highly rewarding role.’ 31 Business and Science and Engineering Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Engineering (Civil, Electrical or Mechanical) QTAC code 419532  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and Maths B (4 SA) For engineering graduates, a business degree can help accelerate your career advancement, providing valuable skills in management, accounting, international business or marketing, depending on your choice of major Your engineering degree will give you the ability to design and maintain cuttingedge products or infrastructure You will be exposed to challenging, hands-on experience through laboratories and design projects, opening up a wide range of careers in the engineering industry Career outcomes The electrical engineering degree will lead you to potential careers in the power industry, robotics, manufacturing, mining and bio-engineering Career opportunities are also found in the telecommunications industry, transport sector, computer industry and transmission industries As an electrical engineering graduate, you will find employment in service industries, large industrial groups and small innovative private specialist firms Mechanical engineering graduates will find employment in a variety of roles such as consultant, project manager or technical adviser in a wide range of industries including manufacturing Civil engineering graduates can work as a consulting engineer, project manager, structural engineer or transport engineer You may also have the opportunity to establish your own consulting engineering practice Professional recognition This course has professional recognition from Engineers Australia (EA) EA is a signatory to the Washington Accord, which permits graduates from accredited member courses to work in various countries across the world Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Information Technology QTAC code 419202  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and Maths A, B or C (4 SA) Develop a broad understanding of business and information technology and expand your career options globally Business is highly dependent on information technology infrastructure, so having expertise in both gives you a competitive edge and makes you more attractive to employers looking for multidisciplined staff You will have the opportunity to complement your information technology studies with any of QUT’s business majors Combine your business major with a choice of information technology specialist topic areas which include (but 32 are not limited to) databases, information management, information systems, networking systems, security and software development The Cooperative Education Program is a joint venture between employers and the Science and Engineering Faculty, giving you the opportunity of six or 12 months of paid work experience to better prepare you for employment after you graduate For more information about the Cooperative Education Program, please visit www.qut.edu.au/science-engineering For more details check the course table at the back of the book Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • technical consultant • chief information officer • systems analyst Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Corporate Systems Management QTAC code 419642  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and Maths A, B or C (4 SA) If you are fascinated by the realm of information technology—Facebook, eBay, mobile devices and the Internet—and would like to be in a position to effectively apply them to the business world, then this is the double degree for you This double degree is designed to develop the knowledge and skills you need to understand and communicate business needs, select the right systems and harness these systems to improve business performance for organisations You will learn to effectively manage yourself and others in response to the development and implementation of technical innovations You will also learn to work as an individual and as a team member within both specialist and interdisciplinary professional contexts Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • social marketing expert • database analyst • infrastructure manager Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Games and Interactive Entertainment QTAC code 419692  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and Maths A, B or C (4 SA) Having a business background gives you a competitive advantage over other games and interactive entertainment graduates because it gives you the knowledge about how business works Through this course you will not only expand your business skills but also your creative skills through the development of computer games and other forms of interactive media You will also learn to apply your critical and creative thinking to identify issues and solve problems related to various technical, creative and cultural aspects of games development Creativity and innovation are strong skills to have in business Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • production manager • content manager • games marketer 33 Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor of Business QTAC code 419832  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and Maths B (4 SA) Equip yourself for a diverse career while experiencing the cutting edge of scientific innovation Your business degree will give you a broad base of commercial knowledge, making you more attractive to employers, even if you wish to work predominantly in a science-based career This course gives you the opportunity to develop the business skills necessary to sell your abilities to a range of employers, while continuing to grow your understanding of the ever-developing and groundbreaking world of science Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • laboratory manager • venture capital financier • medical physicist Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Mathematics QTAC code 419212  |  2012 OP 10  |  2012 rank 81  |  Campus Gardens Point  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and Maths B (4 SA) This double degree will prepare you to undertake sophisticated economic and financial modeling which is instrumental in the business world When you combine mathematics with your developed understanding of the commercial realm, including systems, practices and methods, you will be an asset to your employer, offering your analytical, statistical and economics know-how 34 Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • mathematician • quantitative analyst • risk manager For more details check the course table at the back of the book Business and Health Bachelor of Exercise and Movement Science/ Bachelor of Business QTAC code 409322  |  2012 OP 11  |  2012 rank 78  |  Campus Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA), Maths B (4 SA) and at least one of: Chemistry, Physics, Biological Science (4 SA) and for accountancy, finance, economics and marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) The Bachelor of Exercise and Movement Science provides the knowledge and skills for a career in a range of exercise and sports science settings Your business degree will give you a broad base of commercial knowledge, making you more attractive to employers, even if you wish to work predominantly in the health science area The exercise and movement science component will provide a pathway to a career in the exercise, health, rehabilitation and sports science industries working with people in a variety of professions and circumstances Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • sports scientist • health information manager • corporate health consultant • health facilities manager Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) QTAC code 409532  |  2012 OP 10  |  2012 rank 81  |  Campus Gardens Point and Kelvin Grove  |  Duration years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and for accountancy, finance, economics and marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) This course will prepare you to understand both the business and psychological forces that impact organisations You will graduate with a solid understanding of human behaviour and how to apply this to organisational settings, and gain research and business skills applicable across a range of organisational and industrial situations If you are aiming for a managerial career in business, you will develop the broader skills necessary to face the increasingly high demands of training and change management Career outcomes Professional recognition Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) is accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) To pursue a career in a professional area of psychology, you will need to undertake further study to gain registration with the Psychology Board of Australia For more information see the course details at www.qut.edu.au/study • organisational change manager • business adviser • human resources manager 35 Business and Law Bachelor of Business/ Bachelor of Laws QTAC code 419222  |  2012 OP 5  |  2012 rank 92  |  Campus Gardens Point  |  Duration 5.5 years full-time  |  Assumed Knowledge English (4 SA) and for accountancy, finance, economics and marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) Your business knowledge and skills will provide a valuable commercial perspective ideal for specialist areas such as corporate law, company takeovers, corporate governance, taxation law and intellectual property law Your business degree will give you broad commercial knowledge, making you more attractive to employers in legal environments 36 Career outcomes Graduates have gone on to work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as: • accountant • merchant banker • solicitor For more details check the course table at the back of the book TAFE/QUT dual awards QUT and TAFE Queensland have collaborated to offer courses that provide for the transition between the TAFE diploma and the QUT bachelor course These combined qualification programs lead to the award of a diploma from TAFE and a bachelor degree from QUT Students complete their first component of study at TAFE and then complete the degree at QUT For more information on the TAFE component contact Brisbane North Institute of TAFE on 13 12 48, Southbank Institute of Technology on 13 72 48, or visit www.tafe.qld.gov.au Dual award courses are ideal for students who may be seeking opportunities in business studies, but who not initially meet the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Business program A dual award program will also suit those interested in combining a university academic program with a competencybased workplace outcome program through TAFE For the latest TAFE/QUT dual awards visit www.qut.edu.au/upgrading If you are seeking alternative pathways into the Bachelor of Business course at QUT, we offer the degree component of a number of dual awards in conjunction with TAFE courses, as listed below These courses can provide up to the equivalent of one year of credit for prior learning (advanced standing) into the Bachelor of Business at QUT Please refer to the relevant majors in this prospectus for more information on the QUT component of the course QUT course TAFE course Campus Bachelor of Business Diploma of Business Brisbane North Institute of TAFE Bracken Ridge/QUT Gardens Point Diploma of Business Southbank Institute of Technology/QUT Gardens Point or Caboolture # Diploma of Accounting Diploma of Management Diploma of Marketing Diploma of Music Business Footnotes # Caboolture offers Management and Marketing majors only Note:  AFE/QUT dual awards are not offered to international students QUT’s deferment policy does not apply T 37 University Diploma in Business International entry February, June and October  |  Campus Kelvin Grove  |  Duration two semesters  |  2012 international fees (indicative per semester) A$8436 (subject to annual review)  |  QUT code BS40  |  Find out more phone 07 3138 5913, qut.uep-enq@qut.edu.au International students who not satisfy the entry requirements for direct entry to QUT’s Bachelor of Business may seek an alternative entry pathway through QUT International College at our Kelvin Grove campus The course is equivalent to the first year of QUT’s Bachelor of Business You will complete six of the business core units as well as two units of communication You will gain credit (advanced standing) should you be accepted into the Bachelor of Business Tiffany Chan ‘Studying at QUT International College (QUTIC) was a fabulous experience The course materials were well designed, which helped me to prepare for and adapt to my university studies with minimal difficulties My English improved quickly as the teachers were skilful, friendly and patient when communicating with non-English speaking students The Diploma gave me exemptions towards the Bachelor of Business which enabled me to complete my degree even faster Studying at QUTIC is a good choice for international students wanting to succeed.’ 38 Small lectures and tutorials, additional workshops and the support of language and welfare advisers provide an excellent learning environment Classrooms are equipped with technology for delivery of modern teaching methods Academic entry requirements  To be accepted into the program you must have successfully completed senior high school with required grades For more information visit www.qut.edu.au/international This course is not available to Australian or New Zealand citizens or holders of an Australian permanent residency or permanent protection visa English language requirements  Queensland Senior English (limited achievement) or IELTS 5.5 with no subscore less than 5.0, TOEFL overall 69.0 (Internet-based test) with a reading and writing sub-test score no less than 18 and no other sub-test score less than 17 or equivalent, or successful completion of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program Students should also check visa requirements Progression to the Bachelor of Business  You must successfully complete your diploma, achieve a grade point average of at least (on a 7-point scale) and a grade of (pass) in the unit Business Communication 2, in order to progress to the second year of the Bachelor of Business at QUT University Diploma in Business units • Accounting • Economics • Marketing • Professional Communication • Working in Business • Management • Global Business • Professional Communication 3F or 6P English (4 SA), and for Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 11 78 ✩✦ Yes Yes B Business (Management or Marketing) CB 463021 3F or 6P❏ English (4 SA), and for Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 15 69 ✩✦ Yes Yes Dean’s Honours Program GP 413222 3F English (4 SA), and for Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 98 ✩✦ No Yes 11 78 n✦ Yes Yes 11 78 ✩✦ Yes Yes Deferment 413021 Assumed Knowledge OP Guarantee 2012 rank cut-off GP Length of course in years B Business (Accountancy, Advertising, Economics, Finance, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Marketing or Public Relations) Course QTAC code Preparatory studies for students without the specified Assumed Knowledge Campus 2012 OP cut-off Business at a glance Single degrees Prerequisite: Must be a current Year 12 student or returning from a gap year Double degrees B Science B Business GP 419832 4F English (4 SA), Maths B (4 SA) ★ Recommended study: at least one of the sciences ❉ B Exercise and Movement Science B Business KG GP 409322 4F English (4 SA), Maths B (4 SA), and at least one of: Chemistry, Physics, Biological Science (4 SA) Recommended study: Health Education or Physical Education B Behavioural Science (Psychology) B Business GP KG 409532 4F English (4 SA), and for Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 10 81 ✩✦ Yes Yes B Business B Corporate Systems Management GP 419642 4F English (4 SA), Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 11 78 ✩✦ Yes Yes B Business B Creative Industries KG GP 409182 4F English (4 SA), and for Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 11 78 ✩✦ Yes Yes B Business B Engineering (Civil, Electrical or Mechanical) GP 419532 5F English (4 SA), Maths B (4 SA) 11 78 ✩✦ Yes Yes B Fine Arts (Fashion) KG GP ✦★ No No B Business Recommended study: Engineering Technology, Physics, Maths C and Chemistry 409632 4F English (4 SA) and for Accountancy, Economics, Finance or Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) B Fine Arts (Visual Arts) 409682 B Fine Arts (Creative and Professional Writing) 409432 English (4 SA) and for Accountancy, Economics, Finance or Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 10 81 ✦★ Yes Yes B Fine Arts (Drama) 409952 English (4 SA) and for Accountancy, Economics, Finance or Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 83 ✦★ Yes Yes B Fine Arts (Interactive and Visual Design) 409312 English (4 SA) and for Accountancy, Economics, Finance or Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 10 81 ✦★ Yes Yes Prerequisite: For B Fine Arts (Fashion) or B Fine Arts (Visual Arts): successful portfolio and interview (Lodge portfolio by Friday September 2011) ✧ 39 2012 rank cut-off GP 419692 4F English (4 SA), Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 11 78 ✦★ Yes Yes B Business B Information Technology GP 419202 4F English (4 SA), Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 11 78 ★✩✦ Yes Yes B Business B Journalism GP KG 409172 4F English (4 SA), and for Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 92 ✩✦ Yes Yes B Business B Laws GP 419222 5.5F English (4 SA), and for Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 92 ✩✦ Yes Yes B Business B Mathematics GP 419212 4F English (4 SA), Maths B (4 SA) 10 81 ★✦ Yes Yes B Business B Media and Communication GP KG 409132 4F English (4 SA), and for Accountancy, Finance, Economics and Marketing: Maths A, B or C (4 SA) 11 78 ✩✦ Yes Yes OP Guarantee Campus Assumed Knowledge Deferment 2012 OP cut-off B Games and Interactive Entertainment Course Length of course in years B Business QTAC code Preparatory studies for students without the specified Assumed Knowledge QUT continually updates its courses to ensure relevance to the real world and to maximise choice and flexibility for students For the latest course information please visit www.qut.edu.au/study Footnotes F = full-time P = part-time CPE = Continuing Professional Education GP = Gardens Point KG = Kelvin Grove CB = Caboolture ✩ Maths A, B or C: QUT unit Data Analysis as a visiting student or QUT CPE course Mathematics Bridging ★ Maths B: QUT unit Preparatory Mathematics as a visiting student or QUT CPE course Mathematics Bridging ✦ English: Students who not have the Assumed Knowledge requirements in English, or have not successfully completed a year of vocational or tertiary study, should consider an English bridging course For further information visit www.qut.edu.au/real-options, contact QUT Information Services on 07 3138 2000 or email study@qut.edu.au While this course is offered on a full-time and part-time basis, part-time students should note that there will be no evening classes offered ■ For the Biological Sciences major: Biological Science and Chemistry are recommended; for the Physics major: Maths C is recommended Admission to this course was based on additional entry requirements ❉ Either Chemistry, Physics, Biological Science, Earth Science or Maths C ✧ You can access information about application requirements by visiting www.qut.edu.au/creative-industries or phoning 07 3138 8114 ❏ The 2012 OP and rank cut-offs should be taken as a general indication only Courses may be harder or easier to get into from year to year, depending on demand for the available places Information contained in this publication was correct at time of printing The University reserves the right to amend any information, and to cancel, change or relocate any course For information on new and changed courses visit www.qut.edu.au/coursechanges Queensland University of Technology (QUT) is a Registered Provider of Education Services and Training and operates in compliance with the Commonwealth Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the Universities Australia Code of Practice in the Provision 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