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Bachelor of Business (Management)

Degree Level Undergraduate

Years

International students

Start date
January
March
June
September

Campus
Online

Duration
3 year(s) full-time

Mode
Online

Program Code
XBBG

Prerequisites
None

Assumed Knowledge
None

Fees
AUD$ 27,100 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2025

English Language Requirements

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]
IELTS speaking [6.0]
IELTS listening [6.0]

Equivalent English qualifications (PDF)

International Admission by Country
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CRICOS Code
This program is not available to students wishing to study in Australia on a student visa

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.

Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.

Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result:

Higher education study

Successfully completed equivalent to a minimum of half a year of full-time study of a higher education program at a recognised higher education provider

OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above

OR
Work and life experience (for domestic students only)

Passed a UniSA Online literacy and numeracy test and have relevant work experience, or
Completed a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Qualify for Special Entry

OR
Recent secondary education

Completed a secondary education qualification equivalent to SACE, such as an interstate year 12 or international qualification

Essential requirements for admission

Prerequisites

None

Assumed Knowledge

None

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

English language test

IELTS total [6.0]
IELTS reading [6.0]
IELTS writing [6.0]
IELTS speaking [6.0]
IELTS listening [6.0]

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)

Admission Requirements by Country

Bangladesh HSC	3.5
Canada High School (OSSD)	60
Eynesbury FSP	310
German Abitur	3.8
Kenya KCSE (average)	B
Malaysia STPM (best 3)	6
Malaysia UEC	32
Norway GPA	2.8
Pakistan HSSC	75
Sri Lanka A Levels (best 3)	6
Sweden GPA	12.5
UK Board GCE A Levels/HK Board	6
Vietnam	7
Australia	65
IB (best 6)	26
USA SAT (1600)	1050
India (best 4) State Board	70
India (best 4) Central Board	60
HKDSE	15
Nepal NEB	2.41

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Aim

The Bachelor of Business is an integrated program that provides a grounding in the key business disciplines. Combined with a specialisation in Management the program provides students with the knowledge and confidence to succeed in management-focused roles. This program will teach students how to best manage available resources and provide a solid understanding of management systems. Graduates of this program will have the knowledge and skills to manage resources and projects in a global business environment.

Content & Structure

Students undertake the UniSA Business core courses, the required courses in Management and appropriate electives. The program requires completion of courses totalling 108 units.

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What courses you'll study

Course name	Area and cat no.	Units	Reference
FIRST YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Critical Approaches to Online Learning	CURR 3021	4.5	Note(s): 3,4
OR
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,3
UO Business and Society	BUSS 1067	4.5	Note(s): 2,3
OR
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,2,3
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Accounting for Business	ACCT 1011	4.5	Note(s): 2,3
OR
UO Quantitative Methods for Business	MATH 1075	4.5	Note(s): 2,3
UO Business Law	LAWS 1019	4.5	Note(s): 3
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,2,3
UO Career Development in Business	BUSS 1066	4.5	Note(s): 2,3
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Marketing Principles: Trading and Exchange	MARK 1018	4.5	Note(s): 2,3
UO Principles of Economics	ECON 1010	4.5	Note(s): 2,3
SECOND YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Foundations of Human Resource Management	BUSS 2077	4.5
UO Business Intelligence	INFS 2038	4.5	Note(s): 3
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO Management and Organisation	BUSS 2081	4.5	Note(s): 2,3
UO Communication and Organisational Practices	COMM 2086	4.5
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Organisational Behaviour	BUSS 2078	4.5
UO Project Management: Principles and Strategies	BUSS 2082	4.5
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO Entrepreneurship for Social and Market Impact	BUSS 2086	4.5	Note(s): 2
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,3
THIRD YEAR
Term 1 (Study Period 1)
UO Strategic Management	BUSS 3097	4.5
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1,3
Term 2 (Study Period 3)
UO International Management Ethics and Values	BUSS 3094	4.5
UO Organisational Entrepreneurship	BUSS 3108	4.5
Term 3 (Study Period 4)
UO Organisational Leadership	BUSS 3096	4.5
UO Managing Decision Making	BUSS 3095	4.5
Term 4 (Study Period 6)
UO International Business Environments	BUSS 3107	4.5
Elective		4.5	Note(s): 1

Rules & notes

Rules

1. Assessment requirements for this degree include at least one online exam. The online exam software has system compatibility requirements, specifically that tablets, hybrid devices and mobile devices are not supported. Please refer to the online exam requirements prior to conducting your exam to ensure your computer and software is compatible to undertake the exam.

Notes

1. Electives may be used to complete an Experiential Elective (e.g. UO Virtual Industry Internship, UO Business Practicum); undertake a Study Tour; or international student exchange up to 18 units; or to study other courses of interest offered by UniSA Online Business including the options provided in the UniSA Online Electives list. One elective may be chosen from outside UniSA Online Business courses. Course pre-requisites must be satisfied.

2. Students that have been assessed as completing a qualification in a business discipline at AQF Diploma level or equivalent and have received 36 units of block credit are not required to complete this course.

3. Students that have been assessed as completing a qualification in a business discipline at AQF Advanced Diploma level or equivalent and have received 54 units of block credit are not required to complete this course.

4. This course is recommended for students who are new to university studies or require development in academic and research skills.