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- Study importing and exporting, international communication and negotiation, accounting, and logistics and marketing.
- Study real business cases involving business ethics, cultural sensitivity, market diversity, project planning, decision making and strategic management.
- Graduate eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Export, the Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Australasia, depending on the units you choose.
- Prepare yourself for a career as an international business specialist, international logistics specialist, international trade specialist, or international banking and finance executive.
- You can also study this major as part of QUT's new Bachelor of Business - International degree, which includes one year of compulsory overseas studies.
Highlights
- Study importing and exporting, international communication and negotiation, accounting, and logistics and marketing.
- Study real business cases involving business ethics, cultural sensitivity, market diversity, project planning, decision making and strategic management.
- You may be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Export, the Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Australasia, depending on units chosen.
- Prepare yourself for a career as an international business specialist, international logistics specialist, international trade specialist, or international banking and finance executive.
- You can also study this major as part of QUT's new Bachelor of Business - International degree, which includes one year of compulsory overseas studies.
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Ready to apply?Why choose this course?
International business skills are in high demand. International firms require people with insight into the complexities of global regulations, management of cultural differences, knowledge of different buying preferences, global transport options and ethical behaviours. This course will equip you to build this expertise.
QUT’s international business major is distinguished by an emphasis on industry skills covering trade procedures, logistics, negotiation techniques, languages, regional understanding and offshore business strategies. These skills provide a toolkit. You can take advantage of opportunities to complete study overseas and use your learned skills in industry placements locally.
You will gain required skills and knowledge from a range of business disciplines, including marketing, management, finance, accounting and logistics. You will learn about the international aspects of importing and exporting, communication and negotiation, accounting, logistics and marketing, and develop the strategic know-how required to manage in a global commercial environment.
You will explore real business cases where the planning, decision making and strategic management required for these highly competitive global operations is examined. If you are interested in how business operates in many markets around the world, and would like to open yourself up to career options in global industry, consider study in international business.
Real-world learning
The major progresses from the importing and exporting unit, introducing students to the fundamentals of international trade, to units focussed on international finance, communication and negotiation, accounting, logistics and marketing.
The international business in the Asia-Pacific unit provides an overview of the contemporary business environment in Australia’s region, while the capstone international business strategy unit integrates learning throughout the major by focussing on the strategic decisions required by an individual firm to succeed in the international environment.
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Careers and outcomes
Careers and outcomes
Graduates find work as international business professionals in Australia or overseas or combine the major with study in another professional area to promote their global professional mobility. Our graduates have found success in roles such as:
- international business specialist
- logistics manager, supply chain manager, procurement specialist
- customs and freight forwarding
- international banking and finance executive
- business analyst
- diplomat.
Professional recognition
You may be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Export, the Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Australasia, depending on units chosen.
Professional recognition
As a graduate of the international business major you will be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Export, the Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia and the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply Australasia, depending on units chosen.
Research pathways
Bachelor of Business (Honours) option
High-achieving students who wish to take further studies may enrol in BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours).
Possible careers
- Business Analyst
- Diplomat
- International Business Specialist
Details and units
Languages option
The course structure for both full-time and part-time International business students varies depending on whether Languages are selected as an option. Alternative course structures are included: one outlines the course structure if no languages are taken, the other outlines the structure for those who wish to undertake a language specialisation. If Languages are taken as a specialisation, language units should commence in the first semester of the first year to maintain continuity from earlier pre-QUT language studies. All language units must normally be taken in the same language. International students must take a language that is not their native tongue.
International business major units
- Importing and exporting
- Finance for international business
- Intercultural communication and negotiation skills
- International accounting
- International logistics
- International marketing
- International business in the Asia-Pacific
- International business strategy
Recommended complementary study areas
Second major and minor options
- Marketing
- Management
- Economics
- Finance
- Language
Additional minor options
- Tourism and entertainment marketing
- Entrepreneurship
- Business regulation
- Applied economics
- Quantitative economics
Languages option
The course structure for both full-time and part-time International Business students varies depending on whether languages are selected as an option. Alternative course structures are included: one outlines the course structure if no languages are taken, the other outlines the structure for those who wish to undertake a language specialisation. If languages are taken as a specialisation, language units should commence in the first semester of the first year to maintain continuity from earlier pre-QUT language studies. All language units must normally be taken in the same language. International students must take a language that is not their native tongue.
International Business major units
- Importing and exporting
- Finance for international business
- Intercultural communication and negotiation skills
- International accounting
- International logistics
- International marketing
- International business in the Asia-Pacific
- International business strategy
Recommended complementary study areas
Second major and minor options
- Marketing
- Management
- Economics
- Finance
- Language
Additional minor options
- Tourism and entertainment marketing
- Entrepreneurship
- Business regulation
- Applied economics
- Quantitative economics
Requirements
- OP
- 10
- Selection
rank - 79
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2020.
Don't have an OP or selection rank?
Starting uni in 2021?
There are some changes to subjects and the qualifications we’ll consider for entry to QUT from 2021 and beyond. Make sure you’re prepared to apply.
The selection rank is a good indication of the equivalent ATAR.
- Course code
- BS05
- QTAC code
- 413021
- CRICOS code
- 003491G
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 3 years full-time
- 6 years part-time
- 3 years full-time
- February and July
- February, July and November
- Conditions apply for International students wishing to commence study in November. Contact bus@qut.edu.au for more information.
- OP Guarantee
- Yes
Assumed knowledge
Before you start this course we assume you have sound knowledge in these areas:
- English
We assume that you have knowledge equivalent to four semesters at high school level (Years 11 and 12) with sound achievement (4, SA).
Guaranteed entry
If you receive an adjusted OP 1-5 (or equivalent selection rank), you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Advanced standing
If you have prior studies or work experience, you may be eligible for advanced standing (credit). You can apply for advanced standing once you've been accepted to QUT. If you're in your first semester of study, you must apply for advanced standing within 10 days of receiving your offer.
Deferment
You can defer your offer and postpone the start of your course for one year.
More about deferring your offer
Adjustments to your selection rank
Any adjustments you receive to your selection rank (or OP equivalent) will be applied to this course.
Find out if you’re eligible for an adjustment to your selection rank
Offers we made to school leavers in Semester 1, 2019
The scores listed in the tables below reflect the offers that were made to recent school leavers. If you are not a school leaver, take a look at the entry thresholds box at the top of this page to see the lowest adjusted scores required overall to receive an offer.
| Excluding adjustments | Including adjustments | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OP | Selection rank | OP | Selection rank | |
| Highest OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
1
|
Selection rank
99
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OP
1
|
Selection rank
99
|
| Median OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
8
|
Selection rank
84
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OP
8
|
Selection rank
84
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| Lowest OP/selection rank to receive an offer |
OP
13
|
Selection rank
72
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OP
9
|
Selection rank
82
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You can find out more about your fellow students’ backgrounds with this course’s student profile.
Other admission options
If you are of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, you may be eligible for admission through our Centralised Assessment Selection Process (CASP).
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide to the grades you need to apply for this course.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
I completed secondary school in Australia
Guide to entry thresholds
These thresholds are the lowest adjusted scores to which QUT made an offer in Semester 1, 2019.
- OP
- 10
- Rank
- 79
Did you get an OP 1-5?
If you completed secondary school in Australia, received an OP 1-5 or equivalent and you meet the course prerequisites, you are guaranteed an offer for this course.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cambridge English Score
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. You must provide your Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number, these are printed on your Cambridge English Confirmation of Entry. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
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IELTS Academic
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Pearson PTE (Academic)
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
|
TOEFL iBT
Test must be taken within 2 years of commencement at QUT. |
79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Haven't completed an English language test? We can help!
If you have not completed an English language test, you can sit the IELTS test at our IELTS test centre
Fees
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2021 fees
2021 fees
2021: $32,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2020 fees
2020 CSP $11,200 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2020 fees
2020: $31,100 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
Find out more about undergraduate course fees
HECS-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a HECS-HELP loan.
Scholarships
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Work across international borders
'I always wanted to work in business across international borders. I am currently General Manager at Seabridge Pty Ltd. The pressure to meet deadlines and provide cost and service benefits to clients while ensuring profitability maintained my interest in the early stages of my career. QUT provided me with a vast understanding of business must haves and an appreciation of international business principles.'
Real student
'I study international business and French at QUT. Studying French and having international business as my major is priceless. It’s been an amazing experience. It’s really helped me to appreciate culture, the differences and the friction between countries when it comes to international business. I think it’s really important to have a second language. It opens a lot of doors.'
Work across international borders
'I always wanted to work in business across international borders. I am currently General Manager at Seabridge Pty Ltd. The pressure to meet deadlines and provide cost and service benefits to clients while ensuring profitability maintained my interest in the early stages of my career. QUT provided me with a vast understanding of business must haves and an appreciation of international business principles.'
International case competitions
‘The Business School’s case competition program has been a real highlight of my studies and has enabled me to travel and compete in Asia, Australia and soon Canada. I feel as though I’m getting exclusive access to information from the most knowledgeable in the industry, while making worldwide networks and friendships.’
Real student
'I study international business and French at QUT. Studying French and having international business as my major is priceless. It’s been an amazing experience. It’s really helped me to appreciate culture, the differences and the friction between countries when it comes to international business. I think it’s really important to have a second language. It opens a lot of doors.'
International experience
‘I chose QUT due to the connections and support they provided and as a third year student, I couldn’t be happier with my decision. I recently spent a semester in Scotland at Strathclyde University. Travelling and engaging with a variety of people, cultures, and languages has opened my eyes to a world of opportunities.’
