2012 Undergraduate Business & Economics Quick Guide

2012 QUICK GUIDE

UNDERGRADUATE BUSINESS &

ECONOMICS PROGRAMS

FEATURES.......................................................................................

Welcome ....................................................................... 1

Outstanding Adelaide Alumnus: Shaun Micallef ............................................................. 5

A snapshot.. of student life ..................................... 12

Leading honours ...................................................... 24

CONTENTS.......................................................................................

Why study at the University of Adelaide? ............... 3

Why undertake business and economics studies at the University of Adelaide? ..................... 3

Commerce

Bachelor of Commerce .............................................. 8

Bachelor of Commerce: Accounting ........................ 9

Bachelor of Commerce: Corporate Finance .......... 10

Bachelor of Commerce: Marketing ......................... 11

Bachelor of Commerce: International Business .... 14

Bachelor of Commerce: Management .................... 15

Commerce double & concurrent degrees ............. 16

Economics

Bachelor of Economics ............................................ 18

Economics double & concurrent degrees ............. 19

Finance

Bachelor of Finance .................................................. 20

Bachelor of Finance (International) ........................ 21

Finance double degrees............................................ 22

Application procedures ............................................ 23

There’s more to Economics than you might think. The School of Economics has a world class reputation for its research. You will be taught by leaders in their fields. We offer you a global view. We are committed to a vibrant and varied learning environment.

Our Bachelor of Economics graduates enjoy employment opportunities in many careers beyond that of ‘Economist’. Join us. The world is in your hands.

We welcome you to pursue your undergraduate business education with us. A business education from the University of Adelaide Business School opens doors to a world of opportunities. Our graduates are highly sought after by employers worldwide and recognised as accomplished individuals, ready to make their impact in the business world. Let us be part of your success.

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR BARRY BURGANHead, Business School

PROFESSOR CHRISTOPHER FINDLAYHead, School of Economics

Adelaide City of Culture

When you study at the University of Adelaide, you study in the City of Adelaide – the capital of South Australia. Adelaide is a city of great visual harmony and classical elegance, set beside the River Torrens, between the Adelaide Hills and the waters of the Gulf of St Vincent.Adelaide is a safe and friendly place to live and study with an array of cafes and shops reflecting the diversity of our ethnic communities. It is also known to many as the gateway to Outback Australia – with the Flinders Ranges only 4 hours north of Adelaide.

Excellent Support Services

From the moment you step onto the campus, you can expect a range of high quality support services designed to help you settle quickly and succeed in your studies. A Maths Drop In Centre, Transition Unit, Language and Writing Centre, counselling services, a peer networking program and health services are just some examples of the support services on offer to help you seamlessly fit into your university education.

WHY STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE?

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Why did you decide to attend university? What was your main drive?

“I always wanted to go to University. I knew a degree would open doors, but I also believed that the education I received would prove to be a strong and stable foundation for my future success. I wanted to study Commerce as I have always had a passion for business. Even before I graduated from high school, I knew I wanted to start my own company and I was certain that a Commerce degree would give me an understanding of business fundamentals.”

Why the University of Adelaide?

“I knew that Adelaide Uni had an excellent reputation. It is an established university, one that has produced graduates who have gone on to achieve extraordinary results In their careers and lives.”

What support did your lecturers provide during your studies?

“Excellent! I always found my lecturers to be approachable and ready to answer my queries. They provided insights into the corporate world. They unlocked my passion for the subject material and inspired me to learn. Lecturers at the University of Adelaide also have very strong links to professional bodies and the corporate world and were willing to help me establish connections of my own. They were more than teachers; they were the ‘springboards’ into my career.”

How did you stay motivated, especially when you were working?

“I set goals!! Simple as that.. Every semester, I knew the results I wanted to achieve. Having that goal in mind even when juggling work and other commitments helped me to stay motivated throughout the course of my studies.

I see that you are a long term ‘Buddy’ in the BEE CONNECTED networking program- What made you start and what have you gained from being in the program?

“I wanted to give something back to the University and its students. I thought the BEE Connected program would give me the chance to share my experiences with new students. I am now enrolled in my Honours year. I know it will be challenging but I am sure it will help me to stand out in the marketplace and give me that very necessary competitive edge! “

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INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS FROM 95 COUNTRIES

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FULBRIGHT SCHOLARS

Contemporary thinkingThe University of Adelaide espouses fresh thinking. We advocate innovative ideas and encourage diversity, critical thought and interaction amongst students and staff. As a centre of academic excellence, we pride ourselves on working and thinking outside the square. You can expect to be challenged every day to stretch your mindset and be exposed to ideas beyond the traditional curriculum.

CFA Program PartnerOur finance programs have achieved endorsement from the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute in the United States as a CFA Program Partner. Being one of only five Business Schools in Australia to be awarded the status of a CFA Program Partner is an accomplishment that exemplifies the quality of our programs and our commitment to benchmark our programs to professional international practice.

Partnership with IndustryInteraction with the industry is integral to our teaching curriculum. You can kick-start your career development and apply classroom learning through a series of industry engagement programs, such as “On the Couch”, “Leadership Forums” and “G.C. Harcourt Visiting Professorship Lectures”.

These programs not only advance the academic curriculum, they also extend your experience in studying a Business or Economics program.

“What’s more, our flagship Business & Economics Internship Program allows you to undertake practical and relevant work experience, develop work ready skills and knowledge directly related to your field, gain insights into career pathways, and build your industry contacts and

professional networks. This is just one of the ways in which we support your professional development and give you the opportunity to gain a competitive edge in today’s employment environment; your future is our business.”

Inspiring SuccessThe University of Adelaide has a rich tradition of inspiring students to achieve their very best academically. The growing list of accolades amongst our graduates authenticates our success in providing an encouraging learning environment. The announcement of a Fulbright Scholar and Rhodes Scholar from our MBA and Economics programs as well as our students taking out the top gong and $5000 prize money in the 2010 National UBS Investment Banking Challenge in Sydney.

Academic ExcellenceOur reputation and location bring some of the most inspirational and thought-provoking leaders in the world through our doors. Experts in their specialist fields, our academic staff are at the centre of our international academic and business success. Working as the interface between the worlds of academia and industry, they frequently provide advice to government bodies, address international conferences and foster close relationships with professional bodies and the corporate world.

You will benefit from cutting edge research and insights of academics who push the boundaries to achieve breakthroughs. Their ongoing rigorous and first class research generates important and innovative ideas that improve business practices and influence a generation of business professionals. Many have authored textbooks you will use in

classroom, ensuring that you benefit from the latest developments and trends in global business.

Dynamic Classroom ExperienceYou can expect to interact with and learn from leading experts. They not only facilitate the sharing of information but more importantly, they elicit responses, spur dialogues, encourage difference of opinions and debate. The challenging classroom mix of intellectual capital and high quality teaching in turn fosters the development of an exceptional student body whom we expect to create the dynamism of tomorrow’s business.

top Class FacilitiesAs a Business or Economics student you will have access to the Professions Student Support Hub. The Hub is the social centre for our student body. It features technologically advanced resources and comfortable amenities to support your study at the University. A spacious student lounge, advanced 24 hour computer suites, customised lockers together with dedicated staff make exchanging information and group work a breeze. You can be assured that every aspect of our infrastructure has been carefully designed to facilitate and enhance your learning experience. Our advisers for Business and Economics programs are also located within the Hub to ensure that you are well versed with the academic conventions.

Diverse ProgramsThe complexities of the global business world warrant a wide range of business qualifications that will confront the challenges and exploit the opportunities of today’s competitive marketplace. Programs include a full spectrum of specialist degrees in Business, Economics and Finance.

WHY UNDERTAKE BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS STUDIES AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE?


SHAUN MICALLEFTalkin’ ‘Bout Your Generation

”Between the years 1980 and 1983, I studied Law at the University of Adelaide. Ah, those halcyon days. Strolling across the empty Law School pond, past the Henry Moore sculpture (which looked nothing like him), into the fabled Ligertwood Building, ignoring our pigeon holes, picking up some materials from Miss Fantasia at the desk, then upstairs two-at-a-time and into the Flentje Lecture Theatre to hear Professor Horst Lücke, swathed in academic gown, hold forth on some curly question of contract law that I have now forgotten.

Flake and chips in the Helen Mayo Refectory, drinking low-fat iced coffee on the Barr Smith lawns, watching INXS play in the University Bar – it was Brideshead Revisited in Corfu jeans and beige Kayaks. Yes, I picked up an LLB which led my to a satisfying decade as a practicing solicitor but Adelaide University gave me so much more.

It was there I joined the Footlights Club and participated in comedy revues in Union Hall and the Little Theatre; I learned how to write sketches and how to perform for an audience – skills I rely on to make my living some twenty years later. That’s the wonderful thing about this place – you get so much more out of it than just the degree.”

“That’s the wonderful thing about this place – you get so much more out of it than just the degree.”

Support Servicesthe First Year Learning Centre The First Year Learning Centre was officially opened on September 15, 2010. Located on the Ground Floor of the Nexus 10 building on 10 Pulteney Street, this purpose built facility is exclusive to first year students studying programs in Business and Economics. The centre aims to support students at the most crucial time in their university career by providing special study areas, learning coaches and advisers, as well as the space for students to socialise and make friends.

Features of the First Year Centre include computer stations, learning booths for group meetings, widescreen TVs with computer access for group work, digital projectors, lounges and meeting rooms. Students also have access to study coaches who provide discipline-specific advice on the core courses studied during their first year. There is also a dedicated learning adviser who is available daily to provide students with advice on how to write assignments, specific academic skills like correct referencing, and more.

the Professions Learning Centre The Professions Learning Centre (PLC) provides FREE academic learning support to postgraduate coursework students in the Schools within the Faculty of Professions.

Learning Advisers can provide academic advice to assist you in enhancing your understanding and use of academic language, appropriate assignment structure, referencing conventions and much more. We are committed to making your learning experience at the University of Adelaide more productive, satisfying and successful.

The PLC is located at Level 1, Nexus 10, 10 Pulteney Street. For further information or an appointment email: [email protected]

BEE ConnectedBEE Connected is a program run by staff of the Undergraduate Hub and is free for all new students. BEE Connected is designed to help new students make a smooth, successful and enjoyable transition into university life. This is done by linking new students with senior students during their first 9 weeks of the semester. During this time, a Buddy will help keep you connected to the University, share their experiences and provide a familiar platform for you as a new student. The program incorporates social activities for students who register for the program.

ASKthePrOF

ASKthePROF is an online answer-on-demand system that provides information about programs and services in the Faculty of the Professions. You can search for an answer 24hrs a day.

You can ‘Ask a Question’ online or email us and receive an answer within 48hrs (2 business days). You can chat with Hub staff online. You can do all of this using ASKthePROF!

www.adelaide.edu.au/professions/hub/ug

Student Exchange ProgramStudents at the University of Adelaide have the opportunity to study towards their degree at a variety of leading Universities world-wide.

Through the Adelaide Abroad Student Exchange program, undergraduate students can study one or two semesters at one of the University of Adelaide’s exchange partner institutions. International study experiences are a valuable addition to any degree, and this is especially true for business, finance and economics programs. Undertaking part of your degree at a world renowned University or Business School can give you a range of advantages over your peers; whether it be in knowledge in regionally specific commercial law, global contacts and networks, or a competitive edge in the graduate employment market.

The Faculty of the Professions is committed to providing international experiences to our students. As a commerce, finance or economics student you can receive specialised program advice to plan an international experience into your studies. In addition to this program support, you also have access to the full range of Adelaide Abroad support services, including access to loans and scholarships to help fund your exchange.


Kate Raggatt and Belinda SiebenYou’ve heard it countless times before, but exchange is the best thing you could ever do for yourself. Aside from the new experiences you have whenever you travel, you will find the novelty of exchange lies in doing exactly the same things you do at home in a completely new environment. We write from the kitchen table of the apartment we share, which lies in the middle of a block of 30 other exchange students. We have experienced new traditions, and had travels with friends from places ranging from Poland to Zimbabwe. Denmark is a world away from Adelaide. Buses are entered from the back, and the café at uni turns into a club, originally named ‘klubben’, by night. We traipse through the snow on our way to uni; thongs and singlets replaced by gumboots and jackets so warm they are not even available at home yet we are used to it now.

Our ‘Aussie slang’, which needed to be both toned down and slowed down at the beginning, is now proudly spoken after our friends have had four months of endless conversations to get used to it (and us). You’ve never felt prouder than when showing your Spanish friend a YouTube video of a laughing kookaburra. What starts off as daunting because you are living away from your family and friends ends up being daunting to leave for exactly the same reason.

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Mary AngoveI am currently living out the final days of my exchange at HEC Montréal as a third year Commerce student at the University of Adelaide. To be honest, my initial reasoning for wanting to go on exchange was to enjoy the liberties of a pass or fail system. Essentially, I was looking forward to a hectic social life coupled with little work related worries. To my pleasant surprise I was taken on a brief but incredible journey.

On arriving in Montréal I was warmly welcomed by 200 other exchange students. My journey had begun. Led by the HEChange Committee, run voluntarily by current HEC Montréal students, our semester in Montréal was jam-packed with weekly activities, trips, and parties. By the third week of life as an exchange student I found myself looking for excuses to study and retreat. In retreating from the hectic social scene, I was able to recognise and fully appreciate the high quality of teaching offered at HEC Montréal. Their pragmatic and culturally sensitive approach to teaching coupled with the intimate classroom environment allows students to form friendly and comfortable relationships with their professors.

Exchange has provided me with a wealth of information both academic and personal. The experience helped me to understand how I relate with others and has provided me with an improved understanding of intercultural relations. I feel very fortunate to have lived this amazing experience. I will be sad to return home.

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BACHELOR OF COMMERCE

Business skills are used within all professions as well as industries and a broad understanding of business operations is attractive to all employers. A Bachelor of Commerce degree enables you to broaden your business knowledge and skill base and improve career options in an increasingly interactive business world.

Key Features

• A high demand degree valued by employers that promotes interdisciplinary understanding of business.

• Provides broad understanding in accounting, economics and business statistics while allowing you to design your own program by taking electives from other areas of your choice.

• Provides career pathways in private business firms operating in the financial, manufacturing, retail and service sectors of the economy or in federal or state government.

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1

Accounting for Decision Makers IPrinciples of Microeconomics ILevel I Elective Level I Elective

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Business & Economic Statistics IPrinciples of Macroeconomics ILevel I Elective Level I Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Level II CommerceLevel II CommerceLevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Level II Commerce Level II Commerce Level II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Level III CommerceLevel III CommerceLevel III Elective Level III Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Level III Commerce Level III Commerce Level III ElectiveLevel III Elective

STUDY PLAN


I graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Finance. I’ve since moved to Sydney, joining PricewaterhouseCoopers’ Financial Assurance–Financial Services group.

Allen ChenBachelor of Commerce

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (ACCOUNTING)

Today’s accountants are not solely preoccupied with ‘number-crunching’; they are increasingly involved in business advising and planning that sets the future direction for an organisation. Our Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) is designed to cover specific skills in accounting, combined with broad knowledge in general business that leads to professional membership of CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA).

Key Features

• Designed to meet professional accounting qualifications.

• Provides career pathways in accounting, including specialised fields such as taxation, accounting systems, auditing, management accounting, business advisery services and finance.

Professional recognition*

• The Bachelor of Commerce degree is accredited by the two major Australian Professional bodies: CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)

* There are fifteen courses within the degree that are compulsory for an accounting qualification. You will be eligible for Associate Membership of either accounting body upon completion of:

•TheBachelorofCommercedegree,including required courses

•Astipulatedlengthofworkexperience;

•TheCAProgram(ICAA)ortheCPAProgram(CPAAustralia).Pleaseseepage 19 for contact details for these professional bodies.

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1

Accounting for Decision Makers IPrinciples of Microeconomics IInformation Systems I Level I Elective

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Accounting Method I Principles of Macroeconomics IBusiness & Economic Statistics I Commercial Law I

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Financial Accounting IICommercial Law IILevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Management Accounting II Business Finance II Level II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Level III Accounting Course*Level III Accounting Course*Level III Elective Level III Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Level III Accounting Course* Level III Accounting Course*Level III ElectiveLevel III Elective

Additional Requirements Students must include one of the following courses: Management II, Organisational Behaviour II, Marketing II or Financial Institutions Management II.

*SpecificcoursesrequiredforCPAandCAprograms

STUDY PLAN

The Business School at the University of Adelaide has been a great stepping stone in moulding my career pathway, equipping me with the necessary skills to prepare me for the corporate world.

Amanda Cheng Li-ChiehBachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

BUSINESS & ECONOMICS PROGRAMS 9

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (CORPORATE FINANCE)

Looking for your first step into a career within the financial services industry? The Bachelor of Commerce (Corporate Finance) is the right program to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed for a career in corporate finance, funds management, international finance or investment banking.

Key Features

• Designed to provide you with the analytical skills to make corporate finance and investment decisions and use financial instruments and securities markets to enhance returns and manage risk.

• Provides career pathways in the financial services sector comprising banks, corporations, financial institutions, and in businesses as financial consultants, advisers and managers.

Professional recognition

• The Bachelor of Commerce (Corporate Finance) entitles graduates to Affiliate Membership of the nationally recognised Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia)

• A useful starting point for complying with the entrance requirements of the globally accepted American professional body, The Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA). The degree program covers a significant portion of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge (CBOK).

• By undertaking specific courses you can also obtain partial compliance with ASIC RG146 Tier 1 Compliance in the areas of generic knowledge, derivatives and securities.

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1

Accounting for Decision Makers IPrinciples of Microeconomics IInternational Financial Institutions & Markets I Level I Elective

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Business & Economic Statistics I Principles of Macroeconomics ILevel I Elective Level I Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Business Finance IIIntermediate Econometrics IILevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Business Valuation IIFinancial Institutions Management IILevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Corporate Investment & Strategy IIIPortfolio Theory & Management IIILevel III Elective Level III Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Corporate Finance Theory III Options, Futures & Risk Management III Level III ElectiveLevel III Elective

STUDY PLAN


My decision to study the Bachelor of Commerce (Corporate Finance) was influenced by the wide range of opportunities that this degree offers.

Khoa Pham Nguyen Bachelor of Commerce (Corporate Finance)

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MARKETING)

Marketing is a dynamic area which provides organisations with a competitive edge by anticipating demands for products and services as well as analysing the behaviour of competitors and customers. The Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) prepares you for the challenges of the global marketplace and a career in marketing.

Key Features

• Provides you with an understanding of the role of marketing within and between organisations, as well as providing a sound background in business.

• Provides a comprehensive, up-to-date understanding of the concepts, techniques and professional application in today’s field of marketing.

• Provides career pathways such as: market planner, sales manager, brand or product manager, advertising account manager, retail manager, public relations officer, advertising executive, service manager, and market researcher. Additional careers are possible in distribution supply chain management and logistics and business relationship development.


• The Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) degree enables you to gain credit towards the Certified Professional Marketer (CPM) status awarded by the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI). This professional accreditation, recognised throughout Australia and the Pacific Basin, signals a full professional in the Marketing area.

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1


YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Principles of Macroeconomics IBusiness & Economic Statistics I Level I Elective Level I Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Marketing IILevel II Commerce CourseLevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Consumer Behaviour IILevel II Commerce CourseLevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Marketing Communications IIIMarket Research IIILevel III Elective Level III Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Market Strategy & Project IIIInternational Marketing III Level III ElectiveLevel III Elective

STUDY PLAN

The passion and encouraging support of the lecturers during my Commerce Degree inspired my academic success in Marketing.

Lauren ZiervogelBachelor of Commerce (Marketing/Management)


A SNAPSHOT... OF STUDENT LIFE MEELINE LI

KIM KHIOOKBachelor of Finance (Quantitative) / Bachelor of Finance (International)

7 am My alarm goes off. After snoozing for a while, I finally drag myself out of bed. Rise and shine eh?

9am I make my way to my only class of the day. Walking past Bonython hall, I can’t help thinking that I am only 1 semester away from wearing a gown and graduating *exciting*!

10am After the lecture, I chill out with my friends for a bit before going to a Golden Key meeting brainstorming ideas for fund-raising and career events.

11am I then drop by the hub (Nexus 10) to discuss my International Finance III assignment, due this week, with classmates and for some course advice.

12noon Next stop, Rumours café for French conversation group; a great opportunity for me to practice my French! (oui, je parle français!)

12.30pm Lunch time? I could eat all day! Where should I get lunch? The Junction, food court or Mayo café? 1 New Message The weather looks great so I enjoy some free snags with friends on the lawns before heading to the library to meet my mentees, two Business School students new to uni.

1pm Time to head to work- delivering campus tours and answering the queries of current and prospective students. Being a Student Ambassador is quite an adventure :)

5pm I finish work just in time for AIESEC AU’s Local Committee Meeting. And on today’s agenda is leadership and exchange opportunities as well as some fun times catching up with my friends.

Home time.... (Oh.. I have just enough time to update my facebook status..) “ I gotta feeling tonight’s gonna be a good night!” and I’m off to the Adelaide Business School Graduands’ Dinner

Hello my name is Meeline I am studying a Bachelor of Finance degree. I have also been actively involved in clubs and societies while undertaking casual work throughout my studies.

I started at the University of Adelaide 2 ½ years ago. It was quite a big step for me to take, flying across the Indian Ocean from Mauritius, a small tropical island off the coast of Africa. It may sound cliché but it’s definitely been an amazing and life-changing experience for me.

There is no such thing as a typical day as a uni student; its dynamic and ever changing nature being similar to Adelaide’s weather!

Free snags on the Barr Smith Lawn. See you in 5 ...

RAHIM KURjIBachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace)

Final year - completing honours project; the design and build of an Autonomous hovercraft for mine detection. Several economics subjects

5.30am Its cold and dark, but the prospect of breakfast draws any Kenyan out of bed.... nevertheless before we can indulge in pancakes drowned in honey or 4 Sunni side ups with chevaps from Coles its off for a run

8am Uni- straight into the Mechanical engineering Workshop. 3 hours before first lecture, so time to get working on the hovercraft. As usual something, is broken, failed , smouldering or stolen.

11am Completely covered in fibreglass and resin- rush to class in overalls and safety boots. Most eco students aren’t looking like they just survived operation desert storm, but all nod politely and smile- before shifting a seat or two away.

1pm Lunch time: look out Knoodle

2pm Energy failing- coffee no longer works, neither does Red Bull, or Monster or No Dose. Supervisor approaching- must look alive- Asked for a progress report- get the ’yeah I have my doubts’ look. Back to the workshop

5pm Worksop closed- Team Kicked out of workshop.

6pm Time to hit the books Econometrics assignment due tomorrow- Head of to CATS (Computer Aided Teaching Suits)- realise everyone is working on their FEA ( Finite Element Analysis) Assignment- was due today- didn’t even know we had one.

11pm By now realising, the morning run wasn’t a good idea- should have worked on assignment... but breakfast was good… it was really really good.. Looks like its going to be another all nighter .Finally finished FEA assignment!

Checklist - 6.30amRun

Shower Breakie- starting round 2

Before you know it , its time to get on the bike and cycle into uni.

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS)

International business is an essential component for most business organisations today with the exponential expansion in the use of technologies such as the Internet and the rise of global corporations. The Bachelor of Commerce (International Business) degree prepares you to acquire contemporary knowledge and skills in core business disciplines within a global outlook framework.

Key Features

• Provides broad foundation in international business as well as specialised studies in international management, international marketing, social challenges faced by multinational corporations, and legal issues in international business.

• Some career options may include working for a government instrumentality or an international non-government organisation such as an aid agency. Other options include banks, tourism, hospitality organisations, and airlines.*

In addition to core courses outlined below for the Bachelor of Commerce (International Business) you must fulfil one of the following:

• The equivalent of one semester of full-time study undertaken at an approved institution abroad*

• At least 9 units of approved cultural courses, or

• At least 12 units of foreign language studies (see Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences for information on languages available), or

• Completion of the Diploma of Languages

*Internationalstudentswhohavebeengranted at least 12 units of credit from an approvedinstitutionabroadhavefulfilledthisrequirement.

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1

Accounting for Decision Makers IPrinciples of Microeconomics IInternational Financial Institutions & Markets I Level I Elective

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Business & Economic Statistics Principles of Macroeconomics ICommercial Law I Level I Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Management IIMarketing II Level II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

International Business IIInternational Trade & Investment Policy IILevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

International Management IIILegal Aspects of International Business IIILevel III Elective Level III Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

International Marketing III Corporate Responsibility for Global Business III Level III ElectiveLevel III Elective

STUDY PLAN


One of the best aspects of studying International Business at the University of Adelaide was the multicultural environment which presented the opportunity to put the theory into practice.

Makoto Yamamura Bachelor of Commerce (International Business)

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (MANAGEMENT)

Good management skills are developed over years of practice. A management education that provides contemporary management knowledge is a stepping stone to honing those skills. The Bachelor of Commerce (Management) allows you to acquire a solid foundation in understanding complex management issues that confront today’s managers.

Key Features

• Develops skills required to successfully manage changes in work structures, process and product technologies, employment relations, organisational culture and strategy.

• Suitable for young professionals seeking employment in an organisation in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors in areas such as human resources, planning or production.


• Graduates are eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Management (AIM) and the Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI). The Bachelor of Commerce (Management) degree also meets the educational requirement for the AIM (SA) qualification of Certified Professional Manager (CPMgr). This qualification requires a minimum of five years work experience with three years in a supervisory position.

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1


YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Business & Economic Statistics I Principles of Macroeconomics ILevel I Elective Level I Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Management IILevel II CommerceLevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Organisational Behaviour IILevel II CommerceLevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Human Resource Management IIIInternational Management IIILevel III Elective Level III Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Strategic Management IIIOrganisational Dynamics IIILevel III ElectiveLevel III Elective

STUDY PLAN

In addition to encouraging my academic pursuits, the Business School also provided me with the opportunity to participate in a study exchange to McGill University in Montreal.

Clarissa MaywaldBachelor of Commerce (Management) / Bachelor of International Studies


Additional Requirements Students must include at least two of the following courses: Commercial Law I, Marketing II, Business Finance II, Management Accounting II, Professional Ethics, Argument & Critical Thinking, Culture Globalisation & Power, Professional English (ESL), English for Professional Purposes, International Business II.

COMMERCE DOUBLE & CONCURRENT DEGREES

Double Degrees

Bachelor of Commerce/Laws Students can apply via SATAC for entry into both the Commerce degree and the Law degree for their first year of study. The study pathway takes five years to complete. Students gain their Commerce degree after four years and then go on to complete their Law degree. Many law graduates will work in the commercial law area.

Career opportunities are enhanced by combining the study of commerce and law.

Students completing the first year of study for the Bachelor of Commerce may apply for admission to Law studies at the Law School. Students may achieve accounting qualifications within the Commerce and Law degrees if desired. An overload in one or two semesters may be required.

Concurrent Degrees

The Commerce degree combined with another degree may broaden your career opportunities. It is possible for you to complete the concurrent degree programs in a reduced time period including the ability to achieve accounting qualifications within these concurrent degrees if required.

Accounting Qualifications

For further information about gaining professional accounting qualifications, please contact:

CPA Australia

Level 10, 420 King William Street, Adelaide SA 5000 T: 1300 737373 W: www.cpaaustralia.com.au

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)

1 King William Street, Adelaide SA 5000 T: 1800 645 947 W: www.icaa.org.au

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1

Accounting Decision Makers IPrinciples of Microeconomics IInformation Systems I International Financial Institutions Markets I

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Accounting Method I Principles of Macroeconomics IBusiness & Economic Statistics ICommercial Law I

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Financial Accounting IIBusiness Finance II Commercial Law II Intermediate Econometrics II

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Business Valuation IIManagement Accounting IILevel II Elective Financial Institutions Management II

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Corporate Investment & Strategy IIILevel III Accounting CourseLevel III Accounting Course Portfolio Theory & Management III

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Level III Accounting CourseOptions, Futures & Risk Management IIICorporate Finance Theory IIILevel III Accounting Course

STUDY PLAN BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (WITH A DOUBLE PATHWAY) / CORPORATE FINANCE WITH ACCOUNTING QUALIFICATIONS


Students may graduate with either the B.Com (Accounting) OR B.Com (Corporate Finance).

Note:ThesecondpathwayisrecognisedviaaletterfromtheHeadofSchool.

I look forward to developing and utilising my skills. I am extremely grateful for the opportunities the University of Adelaide has provided me with.

Vincent Tarzia Bachelor of Commerce (Corporate Finance) /Bachelor of Law. Admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor in 2010 through the SA Law Society.


BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS

Economics provides a framework for understanding our society and how we organise ourselves. It investigates human behaviour and its consequences in a world with scarce resources. Economics is a way of understanding our society and community and how they interact to form “The Economy”.

The Bachelor of Economics provides insight into the ways in which businesses are structured and compete, and the ways in which people interact and make decisions.

Key Features

• Suitable for students seeking employment as future managers and decision makers in all areas of the economy- private firms, government departments, consultancies, and private and public interest groups.

• Economics graduates are employed by banks, stockbrokers, manufacturers and distributors, insurance companies, the media, and international consulting organisations.

• Graduates of the Bachelor of Economics (with a focus on Accounting) are fully recognised by both major Australian professional accounting bodies: CPA Australia, and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA).

YEAr 1

Principles of Microeconomics I Principles of Macroeconomics IBusiness & Economic Statistics I Mathematics for Economists I or Introductory Mathematical Economics I

Plus three Level I Electives (canbechosen from the following list and other disciplineswithintheUniversity): International Financial Institutions & Markets I Australia & the Global Economy I

YEAr 2

Intermediate Microeconomics II Intermediate Macroeconomics II Intermediate Econometrics II Economics Level II course

Plus four Level II Electives (canbechosen from the following list and other disciplineswithintheUniversity):International Trade & Investment Policy II Resource & Environmental Economics II East Asian Economies II Mathematical Economics II Financial Economics II Topics in Microeconomics II Business & Economic Statistical Theory II

YEAr 3

Four Economics Level III courses (Including one Economic History course) Four Level III electives

STUDY PLAN


The one-on-one support I received from Adelaide helped me to see that research is something I absolutely love.

Daisy McGregor Bachelor of Economics (1st Class Hons)

ECONOMICS DOUBLE &CONCURRENT DEGREES

Double Degrees

The combination of an Economics degree with another degree may provide you with a competitive edge and broaden your career prospects.

• Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Arts

• Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Engineering

• Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Finance

• Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of International Studies

• Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Laws

• Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Teaching

• Bachelor of Economics with Bachelor of Finance

The combined program of Economics and Finance integrates the benefits of the more general economics program with the specialisation of finance. Students who complete this program are very well placed in the employment market.

Professional Accreditation

• Graduates of the Finance degree are entitled to Affiliate Membership of the nationally-recognised Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia).

• By undertaking specific courses, graduates can also obtain partial compliance with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission PS146 tier I Compliance, in the areas of generic knowledge derivatives and securities.

• The Bachelor of Finance degree covers material relevant for entry to the Chartered Financial Analysts and Financial Planning Association.

Concurrent Degrees

The Economics degree may be combined with one of the following programs and completed in four years by selecting appropriate courses: Commerce, Computer Science, Environmental Studies, Mathematical and Computer Science, and Media.

The structure of The University of Adelaide’s concurrent degree gave me the flexibility to work part time whilst studying.

David Maddison Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Commerce (Management)


YEAr 1

Accounting for Decision Makers I Business & Economic Statistics IPrinciples of Microeconomics I Principles of Macroeconomics I International Financial Institutions & Markets I Semester I Mathematics Semester II Mathematics Level I Elective

YEAr 2

Business Finance II Financial Economics II Financial Institutions Management II or Financial Computing II Intermediate Econometrics II or Probability & Statistics IIIntermediate Microeconomics II Intermediate Macroeconomics II Two Level II Electives

YEAr 3

Portfolio Theory & Management III Options, Futures & Risk Management or Financial Modelling Tools & Techniques III two Level III Finance courses Four Level III Electives

YEAr 4

Four Economics Level III courses (Including one Economic History Course) Four Level III Electives

STUDY PLAN BACHELOR OF ECONOMICS with BACHELOR OF FINANCE

BACHELOR OF FINANCE

The Finance program is quite distinct in that it includes topics in finance, economics and mathematics. This combination provides students with excellent skills in preparation for their career in the finance industry. Employers have shown significant interest in the program and competition for graduates is fierce.

Key Features

• Designed to introduce students to the global financial markets and assets traded within those markets.

• The program provides economic and mathematical focus to financial products and services.

• The program exposes students to global financial institutions and delves deeper into retail and investment banking activities, as well as the regulatory environment they operate in.

• The general program is often taken as a double degree with Economics, Engineering, Mathematics or Law.

• Suitable for students seeking employment in retail and merchant banks, investment firms, both domestic

and multinational corporations, as well as government regulatory bodies.


• Completion of the Bachelor of Finance entitles graduates to Affiliate Membership of the nationally recognised Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia).

• The Bachelor of Finance is a useful starting point for complying with the entrance requirements of the globally accepted Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA). Also, the Bachelor of Commerce (Corporate Finance) covers a significant portion of the CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge.

• By undertaking specific courses, graduates can also obtain partial compliance with ASIC RG146 Tier 1 Compliance in the areas of generic knowledge, derivatives and securities.

PleaseNote:ThereisnoprerequisiteforentrytotheFinancedegreeshoweverstudentsareadvisedthataknowledgeofmathematicsishelpfulforfinance,commerce and economic courses and is essential for some courses.

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1

Accounting for Decision Makers IPrinciples of Microeconomics IInternational Financial Institutions & Markets I Semester I Maths

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Business & Economic Statistics IPrinciples of Macroeconomics ILevel I Elective Semester II Maths

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Business Finance IIIntermediate Econometrics II or Probability & Statistics IILevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Financial Economics II Financial Institutions Management II or Financial Computing IILevel II Elective Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Portfolio Theory & Management IIILevel III FinanceLevel III Elective*Level III Elective*

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Options, Futures & Risk Management III or Financial Modelling Tools and Techniques III Level III Finance Level III Elective*Level III Elective*

STUDY PLAN


As an honours graduate I have been highly valued by professional employers. I have chosen to work at RMIT University as a Business School Research Assistant to continue my chosen career path in research.

Minh Phuong DoanBachelor of Finance (Honours)

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YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 1

Accounting for Decision Makers IPrinciples of Microeconomics IInternational Financial Institutions & Markets I Semester I Maths

YEAr 1 SEMEStEr 2

Business and Economic Statistics IPrinciples of Macroeconomics ILevel I Elective Semester II Maths

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 1

Business Finance IIIntermediate Microeconomics IIIntermediate Econometrics IILevel II Elective

YEAr 2 SEMEStEr 2

Financial Economics II International Trade and Investment Policy II or Financial Institutions Management IIIntermediate Macroeconomics II Level II Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 1

Portfolio Theory and Management IIIMoney, Banking and Financial Markets IIILevel III ElectiveLevel III Elective

YEAr 3 SEMEStEr 2

Options, Futures & Risk Management III International Finance III Level III ElectiveLevel III Elective

STUDY PLAN

BACHELOR OF FINANCE (INTERNATIONAL)

The Bachelor of Finance (International) specialisation commences in the second year, where foundation courses are undertaken to prepare you for the third year specialisation.

Key Features

• Designed to provide the student with an international focus, specifically in the areas of international banking, international investments and international management of financial risk.

• The program exposes students to the financial framework at the global level covering areas such as the mechanics and operation of foreign exchange and interest rate markets, financial econometrics, financial institutions and investments.

• Suitable for students seeking a career in trading international financial instruments, providing financial and investment advice to multinational companies, governments and those who desire a career in financial institutions.


• Completion of the Bachelor of Finance (International) entitles graduates to Affiliate Membership of the nationally recognised Financial Services Institute of Australia (Finsia).

• The Bachelor of Finance (International) is a useful starting point for complying with the entrance requirements of the globally accepted Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA).

• By undertaking specific courses, graduates can also obtain partial compliance with ASIC RG146 Tier 1 Compliance in the areas of generic knowledge, derivatives and securities.

PleaseNote:ThereisnoprerequisiteforentrytotheFinancedegreeshoweverstudentsareadvisedthataknowledgeofmathematicsishelpfulforfinance,commerceandeconomiccourses and is essential for some courses.

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FINANCE DOUBLE DEGREES

A double degree is an excellent opportunity to enhance your academic experience and expand your career options. Most double degree programs with the Bachelor of Finance can be completed in four to five years of full time study.

• Bachelor of Economics / Finance

• Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical) / Finance

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Environmental) / Finance

• Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Structural) / Finance

• Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Systems) / Finance

• Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical and Electronic) / Finance

• Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) / Finance

• Bachelor of Engineering (Telecommunications) / Finance

• Bachelor of Laws / Finance

• Bachelor of Mathematical and Computer Science / Finance

“Having completed my Bachelor of Finance degree in 2004 I decided to take a year off study. Not unlike many university graduates I was uncertain as to what career path I would pursue. It was during this time I decided to undertake the Honours program to further my analytical skills and finance knowledge and to improve my career prospects over and above that of my peers

I found the Honours program to assist in many levels of my education from a more detailed understanding of corporate finance principles to detailed research, critical analysis of theories and public speaking. A highlight for the year was presenting my thesis proposal at the Australasian Business and Behavioural Science Association Conference held at the University of Adelaide..

During my Honours year I successfully applied for an analyst position within the corporate team at Futuris Corporation where I have worked for the last year and a half. My pending graduation was critical in gaining this position with Honours qualifications being a prerequisite for the role.”

Ryan RamseyBachelor of Finance / Bachelor of Commerce (1st Class Honours)

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Local Students and International Students Studying an Australian Year 12

Applications for entry should be made through South Australian Tertiary Admission Centre.

Bachelor of Commerce SATAC code: 314101 2011 ATAR: 80

Bachelor of EconomicsSATAC code: 314141 2011 ATAR: 65

Bachelor of FinanceSATAC code: 314401 2011 ATAR: 65

International Students

Applications should be made through the International Office. Please refer to: www.international.adelaide.edu.au/apply/


PROFESSIONAL FINANCIAL BODIES

Financial Services Institute of Australasiawww.finsia.com

Australian Securities and Investments Commissionwww.asic.gov.au

Global Association for Risk Professionals GARPwww.garp.com

Financial Planning Association of Australiawww.fpa.asn.au

Institute of Actuaries of Australiawww.actuaries.asn.au

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institutewww.cfainstitute.org

ACCOUNTING QUALIFICATIONS

For further information about gaining professional accounting qualifications, please contact:

CPA Australia

Level 10, 420 King William Street, Adelaide SA 5000 T: 1300 737373 W: www.cpaaustralia.com.au

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA)

1 King William Street, Adelaide SA 5000 T: 1800 645 947 W: www.icaa.org.au

CFA CHARTER

For further information about gaining CFA qualification, please contact:

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute

Suite 3406-7, Two Exchange Sq, 8 Connaught Place Central, Hong Kong SAR

T:+852 2868-2700 W: www.cfainstitute.org

HONOURS REQUIRES AN EXTRA YEAR OF FULL-TIME STUDY

“After completing my Bachelor of Commerce in 2008, I was unsure about the career path I wanted to pursue, and no graduate positions had sparked my interest. I decided to undertake the Honours program to separate myself from my peers by obtaining a qualification that would demonstrate my analytical, communication and research skills to future employers.

“A highlight for the year was presenting my thesis results at the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management Conference held in Melbourne. Speaking to a group of experts in my research area was daunting, but getting positive feedback was really exciting!”“During my Honours year I decided to go on and do a PhD – one which has a strong industry focus. With these qualifications, it opens up opportunities to potentially pursue an academic career, but will also sets me up with skills and knowledge valuable to a consulting or professional position in a broad range of industries.”

Students who do well in their Undergraduate Business or Economics degree may apply for entry to an Honours Degree, specialising in any of the areas of study supervised by the School.

Honours requires an extra year of full-time study and leads to the award of a second degree namely a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons), Bachelor of Economics (Hons) or a Bachelor of Finance (Hons).

LEADING HONOURS

Ivan graduated as the University of Adelaide Business School’s top Honours student. The high point of a three year undergraduate Bachelor of Commerce degree and a Finance Honours year. “Studying at the University of Adelaide has been a fantastic experience,” said Ivan.

“ I’ve really enjoyed the Bachelor of Commerce which is a very diverse program. It has given me exposure to many different facets of finance as well as other areas in business. My Honours year was an amazing and rewarding experience and I thrived on the challenges presented.”Ivan paid particular tribute to his Honours supervisor whose guidance he felt contributed to his successful results. Now embarking on a three-year PhD, Ivan is keen to pursue a career in the finance industry as an analyst or a trader once his studies are complete.

IVAN OBAYDINBachelor of Finance (1st Class Hons)

CLAIRE jOHNSONBachelor of Commerce (1st Class Hons)Enrolled in PhD

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The information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing but may be subject to change without notice. With an aim to continual improvement the University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. As a result, the specific courses available to students may vary from year to year.

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Documents

2012 Undergraduate Business & Economics Quick Guide