Bachelor of Business and Commerce

  Institution: Monash University

Why study the Bachelor of Business and Commerce?

Commerce is the cornerstone of the modern economy. Our degree offers a world-class education in the economic, political, legal, social, cultural, and technological principles that exist around the world.

This course opens a world of career possibilities. Poh Nean, who studied business and commerce at Sunway, now works in Kuala Lumpur for a team of IT detectives who protect businesses from cyber hackers.

Areas of study (majors)

At Sunway, we currently offer the following areas of study for this course:

• accounting
• banking and finance
• business law
• economics
• econometrics and business statistics
• e-business
• international business
• management
• marketing.

You need to complete at least one or two majors and six compulsory, common, core units.

Duration

The course takes three years of full-time study to complete.

Course structure

This course consists of six core business and commerce units, an eight-unit major from a list of approved majors and eight open electives. It is possible to form a second major from your open electives.

The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the structure and requirements for the Bachelor of Business and Commerce.

Career outcomes

You will develop:

• fundamental knowledge of general principles and applications of business and commerce disciplines
• the ability to analyse, evaluate and apply your expertise to problem-solving
• a capacity to merge knowledge from different areas to create innovative solutions, while remaining aware of ethical and social responsibility
• the ability to articulate and communicate your reasoning effectively
• skills in interpersonal communication and cultural awareness in a global business environment.

Graduates may find employment in the following sectors:

• financial analysis
• human resources
• public relations
• marketing
• accountancy
• international trade
• administration
• advertising.

Entry requirements

To enter Monash University, students must satisfy particular academic,English language and age requirements.

Entry scores

The Bachelor of Business and Commerce requires the following entry scores:

Pre-university qualifications

Foundation Years

*The score is only applicable for students commencing MUFY in 2013.

Prerequisites

Mathematics (Year 11 equivalent) is a prerequisite for the Bachelor of Business and Commerce.

Fees

Tuition

In 2014, annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM32,000 for Malaysian students
• RM35,200 for international students.

Once-only fees

• Application – RM100
• Registration – RM200

Per-semester fees

• General amenities – RM100
• New student visa application fee – RM1860

Intake periods

Each year, there are three intake periods for the Bachelor of Business and Commerce. This means you can start in February, July or October.

Source : Monash University