Bachelor of International Studies/Bachelor of Business

Step onto a world stage as you learn to understand today's dynamic and complex business environment when you study business and international studies at UOW. You will learn business fundamentals as you examine the relationships of politics, society, language, and history in a range of countries as you explore the way global forces and interactions increasingly influence domestic politics.

Enhancing your educational, academic and professional qualifications, double degrees allow you to gain two degrees at once, minimising both the time commitment and the cost of your studies. They also make you a more competitive candidate in a crowded job market.

Learn what the current national and global issues are and how are they connected and what the future of business looks like, as you become a future leader with a global mindset.

You'll benefit from our expertise in international relations, our involvement in issues of global development and sustainability, and our focus on global media and communications. You will learn core fundamentals in the first year of your degree before deciding which major disciplines and minor language to focus on from the second year.

You will take part in a model United Nations and can choose from a range of electives covering issues from war and peace to international law and the global political economy.

Throughout this degree, you will gain hands-on experience, make meaningful professional connections through optional internships and work integrated learning and have the opportunity to study abroad where you'll develop your cross-cultural business understanding.

Areas of study

Bachelor of International Studies: Global sustainable development, international history, international relations. All students complete a core of interdisciplinary international studies subjects. You must complete a language minor in one of the following languages: Chinese (Mandarin), French, Japanese, Spanish. Bachelor of Business: Accountancy, business law, economics, finance, human resource management, international business, management, marketing, public relations, supply chain management, sustainable business.

Career opportunities

Bachelor of International Studies: Diplomat, foreign affairs officer, government policy developer, international business consultant, interpreter, not-for-profit organisation officer, translator, United Nations worker. Bachelor of Business: Accountant, advertising executive, analyst, auditor, banker, brand/product manager, business adviser, economist, event manager, exporter/importer, financial controller, fund manager, HR manager consultant, insurance broker, market researcher, WH&S officer, policy adviser, public relations coordinator, stockbroker, supply chain manager.

Professional recognition

Bachelor of Business: The University of Wollongong has been awarded with the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) accreditation. Being accredited by AACSB is public recognition that we are among the world’s top 6% of business schools. Majors are recognised by peak professional bodies in Australia and overseas: Accountancy major: Graduates are eligible for membership of CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, the Institute of Public Accountants, and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Finance major: This course has been accepted into the CFA Institute Affiliation Program.

Graduates are eligible to apply for membership of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia. Financial planning major: Approved by the national Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority. Graduates of the degree are also eligible for entry into the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® Certification Program offered by the Financial Planning Association. Human resource management major: Accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute. Marketing major: Graduates may be eligible to apply for membership of the Australian Marketing Institute and the Australian Market and Social Research Society and The Communication Council. Public relations major: Graduates may be eligible to apply for membership of the Public Relations Institute of Australia. Supply Chain Management major: Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Supply Chain & Logistics Association of Australia and the Logistics & Supply Chain Management Society Singapore.

Practical experience

Bachelor of Business: Optional internship with course credit.

Honours

Available as an additional year of study to meritorious students.

Fees and charges

Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.