Bachelor of Business (International Business)

Launch your global business career with UC's Bachelor of Business (International Business). Choose to study online for a self-paced learning experience, or study on campus for face-to-face study, with a mix of in-person and online classes and lectures.

If you're a big-picture thinker with a passion for exploring new cultures, thinking strategically, solving problems and want to understand international markets, a degree in International Business could be your perfect match.

Dive into the world of international business with a future-focused, comprehensive approach. Learn how to ask the big questions around growth and functionality, focusing on trade and investment on a global scale. Understand the crucial role of management in making informed business decisions.

Build your knowledge of business systems and the cross-cultural or supply chain issues that shape them. You’ll explore hot topics like globalisation, international trade, regional markets and free trade agreements. Plus, you’ll get a handle on international marketing, strategic management and e-business.

You'll also discover how geography, culture and institutions influence business decisions and economic development. By the end of your degree, you'll have the knowledge and skills to kickstart a successful career in international business, no matter where you want to go next.

The Canberra Business School is recognised as a national leader for career impact. University of Canberra Business graduates gain the confidence, specialist knowledge and practical experience to pursue a variety of careers. From leading an organisation, working with and for the government, planning a new start-up to driving positive change in the community, you’ll graduate ready for the present and future of Business.

Areas of study

Business, globalisation, international business, international trade.

Career opportunities

International business development manager, global account manager, international business consultant, international finance manager, government policy adviser.

Practical experience

On campus: Bachelor of Business (International Business) integrates theory with real-world practice through UC's Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities to get you future-ready. UC provides diverse WIL options, including industry case studies, guest speakers, internships, work placements, industry projects, competitions, exhibitions, study tours, virtual experiences and more.

Previous International Business students have undertaken internships across various sectors, with organisations such as the Australia China Business Council, the US Embassy, Kokonut Pacific, Getaboutable.com and Price Waterhouse Coopers Canberra.

Online: Online students can access virtual WIL opportunities. This content includes on-demand guest lectures, industry case studies and industry projects.

Students studying both face-to-face and online will have access to support services, including Careers UC, who are available to assist with employment pathways and personal development.

Please note that internships and the International Business Study Tour options require either in-person placement hours in a business or on an overseas study tour and are not offered wholly online.

Fees and charges

The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current UC fee information.