Course Information

Bachelor of Business

Effective from 01-JAN-2015 : Code G95

This course equips students with the theory, practical experience and transferable employability skills, including leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, communication and problem-solving, required to succeed in a wide range of business careers. All of the majors available to study are created in consultation with industry and many are professionally recognised and accredited. Students benefit from relevant and internationally credible course content that provides practical industry experience, networking opportunities and a broad range of career options after graduating. ECU Business Edge A key feature of this course is a unique set of units called ECU Business Edge. This set of integrated units focuses on the employability skills businesses are looking for, including working effectively with others, communicating effectively, self-awareness, thinking critically, analysing data and using technology, problem-solving, developing initiative and enterprise, self-management, social responsibility and accountability, and developing professionalism. With interactive student-centred learning environments in specially designed classrooms, all ECU's Bachelor of Business graduates will benefit from our employability oriented approach.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Internship Option

The ECU Business Internship program provides students with a unique opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience in a public, private or not-for-profit organisation. It enables students to gain full-time work experience, allowing them to develop professional networks, practice applying theory learned during their degree, develop skills and capabilities required to succeed in their chosen profession, and gain a better understanding of the nature of employment and professional conduct in their chosen industry.

Attendance requirements

The internship program forms one full semester of study and enables students to gain a minimum of 16 weeks (600 hours) of full-time work experience. The program can be completed in all discipline areas, as well as general business opportunities.

Admission requirements

Academic admission standard for the following entry pathways:

  • ATAR or notional ATAR minimum entry rank on basis of previous studies
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Aboriginal University Orientation Course
  • Aboriginal Student Intake Test
  • Special Consideration Entry
  • Educational Disadvantage
  • Portfolio entry where accepted

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 3 Years
  • Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
  • Mount Lawley: Part Time
  • South West (Bunbury): Full Time, Part Time
  • Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Structure

Students are required to complete 3 Business Edge units, 5 Core units and an 8-unit Business Major. This will be supported by a supplementary program comprising of: a second 8-unit Business Major (or an 8-unit Major from another Faculty); or two 4-unit Minors; or a 4-unit Minor plus 4 Elective units; or 8 Elective units.

Business Edge Units
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
BES1500Business Communication and Analysis15
BES2500 *Business Professionalism and Career Management15
Plus 1 unit from:
BES3500 ^Business Capstone15
FBL3501 ^Business Practicum15

Note: FBL3501 is by application only.

Business Core Units
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Select 5 units from:
ACC1100 ^Accounting I15
ECF1110 ^Economics I15
ECF1120 ^Finance I15
ECF1151 ^Quantitative and Statistical Techniques for Business15
LAW1100 ^Legal Framework I15
MAN1100 ^Management I15
MAN1600 ^Information Systems for Business15
MKT1600 ^Marketing Principles & Practices15

Note: Each Business Major contains one additional Core Business unit within its structure, so students must ensure their choice of Core Business units includes the unit required by that Major. Failure to do so may mean that students are required to take additional units to satisfy the requirements of the Major.

RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
FBL1100Effective Communication in Business15

Note: FBL1100 is designed for students who require assistance in gaining competency in academic literacy, and may be substituted as a Core Business unit with approval of the Course Coordinator.

^ Core Option
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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Course Information

Bachelor of Business

Effective from 01-JUL-2015 : Code G95

This course equips students with the theory, practical experience and transferable employability skills, including leadership, teamwork, critical thinking, communication and problem-solving, required to succeed in a wide range of business careers. All of the majors available to study are created in consultation with industry and many are professionally recognised and accredited. Students benefit from relevant and internationally credible course content that provides practical industry experience, networking opportunities and a broad range of career options after graduating.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Internship Option

The ECU Business Internship program provides students with a unique opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience in a public, private or not-for-profit organisation. It enables students to gain full-time work experience, allowing them to develop professional networks, practice applying theory learned during their degree, develop skills and capabilities required to succeed in their chosen profession, and gain a better understanding of the nature of employment and professional conduct in their chosen industry.

Attendance requirements

The internship program forms one full semester of study and enables students to gain a minimum of 16 weeks (600 hours) of full-time work experience. The program can be completed in all discipline areas, as well as general business opportunities.

Admission requirements

Academic admission standard for the following entry pathways:

  • ATAR or notional ATAR minimum entry rank on basis of previous studies
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test
  • University Preparation Course
  • Aboriginal University Orientation Course
  • Aboriginal Student Intake Test
  • Special Consideration Entry
  • Educational Disadvantage
  • Portfolio entry where accepted

Course Duration

  • Full Time: 3 Years
  • Part Time: 6 Years

Course Delivery

  • Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
  • Mount Lawley: Part Time
  • South West (Bunbury): Full Time, Part Time
  • Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Structure

Students are required to complete 3 Business Edge units, 5 Core units and an 8-unit Business Major. This will be supported by a supplementary program comprising of: a second 8-unit Business Major (or an 8-unit Major from another Faculty); or two 4-unit Minors; or a 4-unit Minor plus 4 Elective units; or 8 Elective units. Note: Students are required to complete no less than 6 units at Level 3000.

Business Edge Units
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
BES1500Business Communication and Analysis15
BES2500 *Business Professionalism and Career Management15
Plus 1 unit from:
BES3500 ^Business Capstone15
FBL3501 ^Business Practicum15

Note: FBL3501 is by application only.

Business Core Units
Unit Code Unit TitleCredit Points
Select 5 units from:
ACC1100 ^Accounting I15
ECF1110 ^Economics I15
ECF1120 ^Finance I15
ECF1151 ^Quantitative and Statistical Techniques for Business15
LAW1100 ^Legal Framework I15
MAN1100 ^Management I15
MAN1600 ^Information Systems for Business15
MKT1600 ^Marketing Principles & Practices15

Note: Each Business Major contains one additional Core Business unit within its structure, so students must ensure their choice of Core Business units includes the unit required by that Major. Failure to do so may mean that students are required to take additional units to satisfy the requirements of the Major.

RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES
Unit Code Unit Title Credit Points
FBL1100Effective Communication in Business15

Note: FBL1100 is designed for students who require assistance in gaining competency in academic literacy, and may be substituted as a Core Business unit with approval of the Course Coordinator.

^ Core Option
* Students will be assessed to see if they have achieved the ECU minimum standard of English language proficiency in this unit. Students who don't meet the minimum standard will be provided with appropriate English language support and development.

Unit sets that can be studied as part of this course


Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005)

For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.

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