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The first Australian business school awarded triple international

accreditation. Real evidence we deliver the highest quality

QUT Business School is the first Australian business school to earn triple international accreditation. We are the only Australian business school to hold this prestigious recognition.

You may be embarking on your first degree, looking to deepen your knowledge in your chosen area of business, pursuing a research career or seeking a complete industry-focused career change for personal or professional reasons. With the flexibility to pursue studies in multiple areas, we will assist you to select the best study options to meet your personal goals. Through our staff, research and international study arrangements, we have strong connections around the world, ensuring you gain a real international perspective throughout your study.

QUT Business School programs are professionally focused, innovative and collaborative – preparing you for professional life with a strong combination of theory and practice. Our extensive links with industry and professional bodies provide programs that are practical and relevant – meeting the needs of both students and employers.

Through our support and extracurricular programs we work together with you to ensure your academic and career development.

We take pride in the quality of our teaching, research and corporate education programs. As a QUT Business School student, you will receive an educational experience that will provide you with a first-class foundation for your future.

Robina Xavier

Executive Dean of Business

About QUT Business School

10 150 students

2 500 international

students

60 nationalities

More than 45 study

programs

60+ international

partner universities

Research that is

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QUT is ranked Australia’s top university under 50 years

old by the 2013 Times Higher Education rankings.

International accreditation

• Held by less than one per cent of

business schools worldwide.

• Real evidence that our programs

are comparable with the best in the world.

• Your qualification will be recognised

wherever you work globally.

Employability

• Employers recognise QUT business

graduates for their real-world knowledge, on-the-job flexibility and a broad commercial understanding.

• QUT is awarded the top rating of five

stars for excellence in employability by QS Stars.

• By choosing appropriate units within

your coursework majors, you will meet the academic components or be eligible for membership of professional organisations.

Real-world approach

• Flexible course choices and business

connections enable you to develop your abilities to best suit your career goals.

• We develop global business

professionals by offering real-world business courses designed with the needs of business in mind.

• Our applied focus prepares you for the

real world with skills ready for use in the workplace.

• Our courses provide you with a solid

foundation in business principles and include a balance of theory, applied know-how and real-world projects.

QUT Business More than just a degree

Student support

• East West Centre celebrates and acknowledges our diversity and is designed to enhance your student life at QUT. Participate in cross-cultural activities, social outings and language exchange.

• Student clubs and groups • Student learning advisers • Language and learning advisers • QUT Business School Student Centre

Business Advantage Program

Enrich your studies by participating in a series of free professional development modules. Expand your social and professional networks. Moderated by industry professionals these modules cover topics such as career planning, public speaking, leadership, teamwork and community engagement.

Developing business students as global citizens, leaders in the community and qualified professionals.

Go global – combine study

and travel

• Student exchange • Short-term programs

• International business competitions • International double degrees

Triple Crown Scholarship

In recognition of our triple international accreditation, this scholarship

acknowledges international students with excellent academic performance. Triple Crown scholars will receive a 25 per cent scholarship for all course fees, provided a minimum GPA is maintained throughout the course of study.

No separate application is required. If eligibility requirements are met, you will automatically be offered the scholarship.

www.qut.edu.au/business/courses-and-study/scholarships

Brisbane, known as Australia’s new world city, is one of Australia’s fastest growing

economies and a place renowned for its active and affordable lifestyle.

With a subtropical climate, friendly people, modern shopping centres, pedestrian malls, upmarket commercial precincts and more than 1000 parks and gardens, Brisbane is an active and green city.

From Brisbane you can explore the beauty and wonder of Queensland including the world-famous beaches of the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast. Experience the many islands right on Brisbane’s doorstep and visit beautiful vineyards and orchards, lush gardens and national parks which are all close by. To find out more about living in Brisbane visit www.visitbrisbane.com.au

AnTon Ilchenko, Russia

Master of Business (Professional Accountancy)

‘Beautiful parks, modern libraries and many other user friendly facilities make Brisbane a great place to study and learn.

It is well known that QUT offers high quality international standards of business education. It gives peace of mind to know that QUT has a business school with triple international accreditation. I enjoy being a part of the university life.’

expand your degree

Double degree (four to five-year options) Combine your business degree with study in another area of interest.

Degree plus honours. Expand your knowledge of research methods and techniques while developing specialist knowledge of your chosen subject.

Bachelor of Business (BS05)

Duration: three years full time

With a flexible course structure, this degree will provide you with the core business skills and discipline-based expertise to suit your needs and career aspirations.

Undergraduate

courses

The QUT Bachelor of Business combines theory and practice, equipping you to enter the

workplace with confidence.

eIleen hUI, Singapore

Bachelor of Business (Marketing)

‘I was attracted to the QUT Business School because of the practicality of the courses, the strong industry focus and the ample opportunities to undertake real-world assignments. It is the teamwork opportunities and the challenging hands-on projects that have enhanced my critical thinking and communication skills and allowed me to put knowledge into practice.

I am involved in East West – a club bringing people from various backgrounds together – and have had the opportunity to undertake an exchange program in Korea. I enjoy the inclusion and multiculturalism at QUT as it allows me to be exposed to interesting people, perspectives and practices.’

Core foundation units– eight common core units, giving you an introduction to the principles of business. These are typically completed within the first three semesters.

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Your 24-unit business degree is made up of three distinct parts

Entry requirements: Minimum academic requirements must be met to gain admission to QUT courses. These requirements can be found at

www.qut.edu.au/international/ applying. English language proficiency IELTS 6.5 (with sub-scores of at least 6.0)

or equivalent.

Primary major– your major is the main area of study for what you aspire to become professionally. Each primary major is made up of eight units and there are nine majors to choose from.

Complementary study – after choosing your primary major you can tailor your degree to best match your career goals. Undertake a second major, a minor or optional units from across QUT.

University Diploma in Business (BS40) Duration: two semesters full time

Your pathway to the second year of the QUT Bachelor of Business.

Available for students who do not meet the academic or English language requirements for direct entry into the Bachelor of Business program.

This program is equivalent to two semesters of the Bachelor of Business degree.

Study six core units as well as two English language units. Successful completion of this program allows direct entry to

the second year of the Bachelor of Business degree.

Entry requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with sub-scores of at least 5.0) or equivalent. Minimum academic requirements also apply.

MAJoRS

Accounting I Advertising I Economics I Finance I Human Resource

Management I International Business I Management I Marketing I Public Relations

plus plus

SeUng hee lee, South korea

Master of Business (Professional Accounting and Applied

Finance), double degree

‘QUT Business School is helping me reach my career goals by training me in practical and effective curriculum. There are lots of career workshops such as entering the job market, interview and resumé skills. I can access computer labs any time of the day or night. It is a very comfortable place to study. At the completion of my studies I hope to gain a position in the accounting or finance area.’

Postgraduate

courses

SPecIAlIST PRogRAMS

Master of Business Advanced (BS17) four semesters

Master of Business/Master of Business (BS18) four semesters

Master of Business (BS16) three semesters

Graduate Diploma (Professional Accounting) (BS79) two semesters

Graduate Certificate (BS39) one semester

One year

Two years

choose a program that is the right length of time for you. Build on your knowledge from previous studies or change career direction into a range of business professions, even if you have not studied business before.

Your choice of majors:

Professional Accounting Accounting

Applied Finance Strategic Advertising

Integrated Marketing Communication Management

Marketing Public Relations

Human Resource Management International Business Philanthropy and Non-Profit Studies

Entry requirements:Undergraduate degree (Australian equivalent) with GPA of 4.0 on the QUT 7-point scale. Students entering the Master of Business (Accounting) major must have an appropriate accounting degree; English language proficiency IELTS 6.5 (with sub-scores of at least 6.0) or equivalent.

Master of Business Pathway

If you have IELTS 6.0 (with sub-scores of at least 5.0) you can still complete the masters program in 1.5 or two years, but will complete two communication units in the first semester. Available with the following majors: Applied Finance, Integrated Marketing Communication, International Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Strategic Advertising.

Credit for prior learning

If you have prior studies directly relevant to your major, you may be able to complete your masters in as little as one year.

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

The QUT MBA is designed to transform your thinking. enrich your skills to confidently lead in complex environments; work with a cohort of like-minded high-achieving peers on real life problems in a flexible learning environment.

Master of Business/MBA (BS24) 2 years

MBA (GS75) 1.5 years

Entry requirements:Minimum three years full time appropriate prior work experience; undergraduate degree (Australian equivalent) with GPA of 4.5 on the QUT 7-point scale; GMAT score of at least 550; two referee reports; English language proficiency IELTS 6.5 (with sub-scores of at least 6.0) or equivalent.

Our MBA is rated five stars by the Graduate Management Associate of Australia (GMAA).

Our MBA is ranked top four in the Australian 2011 Financial Review BOSS MBA survey.

Did you know...

We are the only Australian business school whose Master of Business Applied Finance

(pre-experience) program is in the 2013 Financial Times top 40.

Research

degrees

Research programs

Doctor of Philosophy (Business) (IF49) 3–4 years

Master of Business (Research) (BS92) 3 semesters

Graduate Diploma in Business (Research) (BS69) 2 semesters

Bachelor of Business (Honours) 2 semesters

Join a community of internationally recognised researchers who will help you

develop your skills and set you on the path to a research career.

Is at an international level for quality and scope, incorporating both applied practice and fundamental research. Brings together academics and research students forming an integral part of our vibrant research community.

Is a hub of business research in Australia. Our research delivers real-world outcomes to inform business, industry, government and community.

our business school:

Research centres and groups

• Australian Centre for Entrepreneurship Research

• Australian Centre for Philanthropy and Nonprofit Studies

• Behavioural Governance Group

• Consumer Research Group

• Economics of Environmental Performance Group

• National Centre for Econometric Research

• Not-for-Profit Accounting and Accountability Group

• People and Performance Group

• Queensland Behavioural Economics Group (QuBE)

Want more information?

For information on research options, potential supervisors and services available visit www.qut.edu.au/business/ research/student-topics-and-projects

For course information visit www.qut.edu.au/business/research/phds-and-research-degrees

Has a dedicated research office to support your studies.

Supervises more than 160 higher degree students—one-third of whom are of international origin, from 14 nationalities.

Research is coordinated through three research centres, key research programs and school-based initiatives.

chAleRMlok (chARleS) DeJSAkUlToRn

Thailand

Doctor of Philosophy in Accounting

Completing a Master of Business, Research at QUT has led me to completing my PhD here. My study focuses on the governance of family-controlled firms and the significant differences between Australian and Thai business environments, such as legal systems, ownership structure and control. Upon completion of my studies I would like to work in the academic area as a lecturer or researcher.

consumer and markets • Dynamic markets • _{Consumer research} economics • _{Behavioural economics} • _{Environmental economics} • Applied economics entrepreneurship, innovation and strategy

• New venture creation

• Corporate entrepreneurship

• Innovation and industrial transformation

• Technology and innovation management

Research strengths

• _{Accounting, accountability and}

performance

• _{Corporate governance and behavioural}

governance

• _{Financial and non-financial disclosure}

and capital markets

• _{Forensics, fraud and risk management} • _Regulation

• _{Superannuation and wealth management} • _{Accounting education}

nonprofit and social enterprise

• Social enterprise

• Philanthropy

• _Fundraising

organisation and work

• Human resources

• Leadership and complex projects

• _{Employment and industrial relations}

Services innovation and stakeholder engagement

• Services and social networks

• Service challenges and social responsibility

• Services innovation

Rating QUT research

In 2012, QUT was one of a select group of eight Australian universities whose business and economics research was consistently rated at world standard or above.*

*Eight universities achieved a score of 3 or above across all of the four digit discipline codes (FOR14 Economics and FOR15 Commerce Management, Tourism and Services) for which they were evaluated in the federal government’s 2012 Excellence in Research Australia initiative.

QUT Business School welcomes more than 2400 international students from more than 60 countries each year. We appreciate the diversity and encourage the interaction and benefits that arise from such a multicultural community. An extensive range of long-term partnerships with more than 60 leading universities around the world provide opportunities for student exchange, short-term study programs, international competitions and joint research activities. Our business degrees include

contemporary global issues and are developed in consultation with local and international business. Our academic staff come from around the globe and their diversity of interests and experiences create a rich learning and research environment.

Employers tell us that they are more likely to recruit individuals with a broad range of international experiences. It is our priority to encourage you to participate in international activities, extend your knowledge and challenge yourself.

Student exchange or short-term study Add another international aspect to your degree and consider student exchange or a short-term study program as part of your studies. Programs run from three weeks to six months, are credited towards your QUT degree and help give you a competitive advantage in the workplace.

Conferences and events

You will have the opportunity to attend domestic and international events. Attend research seminars or hear from international guest lecturers. Build your networks and industry contacts.

International

outlook

our global reputation is built on a commitment to internationalisation and the

opportunities available to you during and after your study. Study at QUT and

easily apply your skills in any country of the world.

QUT Business School has more than 60 partners around the world

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International double masters

Economics in the Netherlands and EDHEC Business School in France. Using exchange study, you complete part of your degree at QUT and part of your degree at one of these leading institutions. There are specific eligibility requirements depending on which program you choose.

These programs are open to students with an offer to study in the QUT Master of Business program.

For further information visit

www.qut.edu.au/business/course- and-study/study-overseas-and-exchanges

With QUT Business School you can combine study and travel, and gain a masters degree from QUT and another internationally recognised university at the same time.

QUT Business School currently has partnerships with the Maastricht University School of Business and

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Australia

Business degrees

‘QUT gave us the opportunity to compete internationally in business case

competitions. We have won competitions in the United States, Thailand, Singapore and Canada – currently making us the most successful undergraduate team in the world. Drawing on our academic training and support of academic staff, we have developed strategies and solutions to real world business problems. We can’t thank QUT enough for giving us this opportunity.’

International business competitions

We encourage and support students to put their skills and abilities to the test and compete in competitions with other universities around the world. Competitions for undergraduate and postgraduate students are available. In 2011– 2012, QUT students have won more international undergraduate business case competitions than any other university in the world.

1st Place Queens University Inter-Collegiate Business Competition 1st Place Nanyang Technology University Asian Business Case Competition 1st Place University of Southern California Marshall International Case Competition 1st Place Thammasat University Undergraduate Business Challenge

1st Place National University of Singapore NUS-DBS competition 1st Place Mai Saisin Bangkok MBA competition

QUT International

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The information contained in this publication is correct at the time of printing (March 2013) but is Chat to us online

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Entry requirements

Both minimum academic and English entry requirements must be met in order to gain admission to QUT courses.

These requirements can be found at

www.qut.edu.au/international/applying Pathway options

QUT International College offers English language and academic pathway programs to assist international students to meet the entry requirements for

university degree programs as well as to improve English for personal, professional or academic purposes.

Talk to us to find out more or visit

www.qut.edu.au/qutic

Credit (advanced standing)

You may be able to claim credit for part of your course on the basis of completed or partially completed studies. To find out more about your eligibility, visit

www.qut.edu.au/credit

Scholarships

A range of scholarships is offered for coursework and research students. For full details visitwww.bus.qut.edu.au/ study/scholarships

How to apply

To apply for one of our programs please complete a QUT F Form and lodge it with QUT Admissions or via your education agent. Certified copies of award certificates and academic transcripts, including English translations where necessary, must be provided with your application. Applicants for some courses, such as MBA, must submit certified evidence of work experience with their application. For more details on how to apply visit www.qut.edu.au/ international

Fees

To find out more about our fees, visit www.qut.edu.au/study-areas/ business-course