Major study areas for Bachelor of Business and Commerce / Bachelor of Information Technology and Systems

APPLICATIONS DEVELOPMENT AND NETWORKS (GIPPSLAND, OCL)

Build your knowledge and skills in developing systems using networks and web technology. Learn how to build new systems and applications from the ground up using current technologies and tools. You learn about analysing users' needs, designing and creating the software and databases and managing computer based information systems and applications. Networks are the single most powerful technology driving the present universal use of computers. This major also focuses on network and internet technologies, their use and management, the design and development of networked systems, and networked applications in industry and government.

BUSINESS SYSTEMS (GIPPSLAND, OCL)

The Business systems major focuses on the use of computers and information systems to understand, model and solve complex problems in the world of business. You will learn about computers, networks and databases and how they can be harnessed to make business more effective. You will also learn how to use computers to aid the problem solving process itself, and how to lead IT teams in developing and managing an organisation's systems. Business systems students can choose options that will develop strong business skills, deeper technical knowledge or a blend of both. Your preparation is highly relevant to the current business environment that integrates information technology into all aspects of the business operations and management.

MULTIMEDIA APPLICATIONS (BERWICK)

The multimedia major gives you a broad understanding of the diverse disciplines involved in developing multimedia systems. You'll learn about digital and interactive systems and the important links between technological and presentation skills. You'll also learn how to build content for CD ROM/DVDs, explore animation and 3D concepts, and delve into topics including multimedia imaging, educational multimedia, sound and video. You'll acquire a clear understanding of the principles and uses of multimedia in both distributed and stand-alone environments. You'll learn how to develop interactive web site interfaces, 3D animation programming and a range of all-encompassing multimedia skills.

ACCOUNTING (BERWICK, GIPPSLAND, OCL)

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.

BUSINESS LAW (OCL)

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.

ECONOMICS (BERWICK, GIPPSLAND, OCL)

Economics is the study of the production, distribution and consumption of wealth. Economics is concerned with the welfare of individuals and of society at large and directs attention to how scarce resources can best be allocated. Knowledge of economics helps both individuals and societies.

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (BERWICK, GIPPSLAND, OCL)

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. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (OCL): International business covers all business transactions involving participants from two or more countries. It is a field of management and concerns the special features of transnational business including movement of goods, services, capital, personnel, information and technology.

MANAGEMENT (BERWICK, GIPPSLAND, OCL)

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 (BERWICK, GIPPSLAND, OCL)

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.

MARKETING COMMUNICATION (BERWICK)

Marketing communication is about the added value of a range of communication activities for businesses. This major emphasises the role and contribution of advertising to market success in corporations.

TOURISM (BERWICK)

The study of tourism includes the behaviour and motivations of tourists, the businesses that service the tourists and economic, social and environmental impacts of tourism. Skills developed are primarily in managment, marketing and business studies and include critical thinking, research, analysis and communication.