Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Business Information Systems for 2010

Course overview

The continuing development of information technologies opens up a world of potential for business. From account keeping and data management programs to the boundless resource of the internet, information technology has become a critical component of business.

This course aims to teach fundamental commerce and information technology concepts as well as the application of IT capabilities in business.

High achieving students may apply to participate in the Industry Based Learning (IBL) stream of the Bachelor of Business Information Systems.

Career outlook

Today's global marketplace demands business professionals with cutting-edge IT expertise. Graduates from this degree may work for Australian and multinational organisations in a variety of roles including business analyst, IT consultant, management consultant, project manager, systems analyst, business management roles, business systems and integration consultant or security and privacy consultant.

Single degree options

Duration, campus, fees and application information

Domestic students International students
Attendance type
  • On-campus at Clayton: full-time, part-time
  • On-campus at Clayton: full-time
Intakes First semester First semester, second semester
Course Content 2010 University handbook entry for this course 2010 University handbook entry for this course
Duration 4.5 years full-time, 9 years part-time 4.5 years
Credit points 204 total for course 204 total for course
Fees for 2010

Fees are subject to change annually.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)
Average annual student contribution
$8,050 AUD

Note: see information on how average fee is calculated.

International fee per 48 credit points
48 credit points represents a standard full-time course load for a year
$28,300 AUD
CRICOS code Not applicable 054820F
Monash course code 3830 3830
Faculty Faculty of Business and Economics Faculty of Business and Economics
Contact For Business and Economics contact details refer to:
Business
and Economics
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International Student Enquiries
Telephone: +61 3 9627 4852
Email: study@monash.edu.au

Accreditation

Australian: This degree with relevant units is recognised by the following legal entities:

Professional recognition may be dependent upon work experience requirements and the correct choice of units.

Details of educational requirements for professional recognition can be found under the Professional Recognition entry in the Faculty of Business and Economics section of the Undergraduate Handbook.

Admissions information for domestic students

Entry requirements

Minimum entrance requirements

Equivalent Australian Year 12

Minimum entrance requirements for non-school-leavers

All applicants should note that the English and mathematics prerequisites for the courses must be satisfied.

TAFE Although successful completion of at least two units at university level is preferred, students with at least a distinction average in a relevant TAFE diploma or advanced diploma may apply. Preference will be given to students whose prior studies are related to the course in which they are seeking admission. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements. All applicants should note that the English and mathematics prerequisites for the courses must be satisfied.

University Normally four single units with at least a credit average are required to be competitive for selection. Preference will be given to students whose prior studies are related to the course in which they are seeking admission. If undertaking studies at Monash University, students are advised to take the first-year units of their desired degree. Students should normally achieve at least a 60% average to be considered for admission. All applicants should note that the English and mathematics prerequisites for the courses must be satisfied.

VCE prerequisites

Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English, and a study score of at least 25 in mathematical methods (either) or specialist mathematics.

International Baccalaureate subject prerequisites

English and one of further mathematics SL or mathematics HL or mathematics SL, minimum grade of 4 required.

Special application requirements

VICTORIAN TERTIARY ADMISSIONS CENTRE APPLICATIONS

Non-year 12 (eg. transfer, mature age, TAFE) applicants must complete the VTAC Personal Information (Pi) form.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Entry scores
Qualification Clayton
ENTER clearly in* 92.55(CSP); 90.00 (International)

* The "clearly in" score is based on January 2009 selection and can be used as a guide only.

Applications

Semester one (March)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre.

Semester two (July)

This course is not available for second semester entry.

Admissions information for international students

Entry requirements

International entry requirements

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Minimum entrance requirements for non-school-leavers

All applicants should note that the English and mathematics prerequisites for the courses must be satisfied.

TAFE Although successful completion of at least two units at university level is preferred, students with at least a distinction average in a relevant TAFE diploma or advanced diploma may apply. Preference will be given to students whose prior studies are related to the course in which they are seeking admission. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not meet the admission requirements. All applicants should note that the English and mathematics prerequisites for the courses must be satisfied.

University Normally four single units with at least a credit average are required to be competitive for selection. Preference will be given to students whose prior studies are related to the course in which they are seeking admission. If undertaking studies at Monash University, students are advised to take the first-year units of their desired degree. Students should normally achieve at least a 60% average to be considered for admission. All applicants should note that the English and mathematics prerequisites for the courses must be satisfied.

VCE prerequisites

Units 3 and 4 a study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English, and a study score of at least 25 in mathematical methods (either) or specialist mathematics.

International Baccalaureate subject prerequisites

English and one of further mathematics SL or mathematics HL or mathematics SL, minimum grade of 4 required.

English requirements for international students

IELTS 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0, Reading and Listening bands require a score of at least 6.5; TOEFL 580 with a TWE of 4.5; or an internet-based TEOFL score of at least 90 with 22 in Writing and no section lower than 20

Special application requirements

VICTORIAN TERTIARY ADMISSIONS CENTRE APPLICATIONS

Non-year 12 (eg. transfer, mature age, TAFE) applicants must complete the VTAC Personal Information (Pi) form.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

Entry scores
Qualification Clayton
International Baccalaureate 30
GCE A level 11
All Indian Senior Secondary Certificate 81%
Hong Kong A level 10
ISC of the CISCE India 76%
MUFY (best eight units made up from Parts A and B) 315
Ontario Grade 12 81%
RMIT & La Trobe Foundation Year 85%
Sri Lanka A level 12.5
STPM Malaysia 9.67
Uni of Melbourne Foundation Year 80%
UNIPREP Indonesia 8.2
UNSW Foundation Year 8.2

Applications

Semester one (March)

Current VCE or IB students studying in Victoria should apply online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.

Semester two (July)

Applications are made directly to the University and can be made online via International Recruitment Services.

Major study areas

ACCOUNTING

Accounting is a system that identifies, measures, and communicates economic information to permit informed judgements and decisions by the users of that information. It is the language of business.

ASIAN DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSITION

Asian development and transition provides a foundation for interpreting and analysing events in the Asian region through various spheres related to the foundational areas in commerce.

BUSINESS LAW AND TAXATION

The law is the backbone of business. It regulates financial transactions and marketing processess, and in doing so applies the law of contract and tort. It regulates those engaged in companies and partnerships and their banking and tax needs. It regulates new economic frontiers, such as e-commerce via the development of cyber laws.

BUSINESS MODELLING

Business modelling is concerned with finding optimum solutions to large, complex business problems using scientific methods, tools and techniques.

COMPETITION - REGULATION AND PUBLIC POLICY

This major provides an understanding of the conceptual framework of public policy and management and its application in the public and private sector.

ECONOMETRICS AND BUSINESS STATISTICS

Econometrics and business statistics involves the extraction of information from data. It comprises a set of tools for analysing data using economic theories or computer based statistical models. Econometric analysis provides informed support for business and economic decision making.

ECONOMICS

Economics considers how to allocate scarce resources to maximise people's welfare. Microeconomics examines decisions of individuals, business and government, and the structure of industries and markets. Macroeconomics examines behaviour of the economy as a whole, such as economic growth, inflation and unemployment.

FINANCE

The finance major provides conceptual and managerial decision making skills necessary for effective management in the continuously changing domestic and international financial market.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Human resource management is the study of managing people within the employer/employee relationship. It covers strategies and activities that enable people to fulfil their needs in the work environment while achieving the organisation's strategic business objectives.

INFORMATION - STRATEGY AND DECISION-MAKING

Information, strategy and decision-making considers the practical application of concepts and theories and their application to contemporary organisational problem solving and decision making.

INTERNATIONAL COMMERCE

International commerce provides a holistic preparation for employment in the international business sector. It provides an international context for commerce in a range of multidisciplinary subject areas.

LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT

This major incorporates the theoretical analysis of employment and labour issues with consideration of the impact of economic variables.

MANAGEMENT

Management is the process by which organisational goals are attained through integrating human activity. It is largely about people and human endeavour. This major provides the body of knowledge for future managers.

MARKETING

Marketing is the process of planning and executing the conception, pricing, promotion and distribution of ideas, goods and services. Marketing aims to satisfy organisational objectives efficiently and profitably. The focus of this major is to develop an understanding of fundamental marketing principles and practices, and to provide the ability to apply marketing within any context.

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