The Faculty of Business offers a wide range of courses spanning the traditional fields of accounting, marketing, finance, economics and management, in addition to a range of courses in leisure, sport, tourism, arts and community management.

The locations and contact details of the Undergraduate Student Offices can be found in the Faculty information section.

Additional rules of importance to undergraduate coursework students

Recognition of prior learning (Exemptions)

Students who are enrolled in Faculty of Business courses and who have previously studied at another university or other recognised tertiary educational institution may be eligible to apply for Recognition of prior learning (RPL) in the form of subject exemptions if the subjects previously studied are deemed by the Faculty to be equivalent to those specified for their course.

Requests for exemptions from more than one-third and up to two-thirds of the degree may be considered by the Faculty Board. Students are required to apply for exemptions at enrolment in their first semester of study. If a student wishes to request exemptions after their first semester of study, they are advised to make an appointment with a Student Adviser in the relevant Student Office.

Students should note that exemptions given in one course at UTS will not necessarily be transferred to another course at UTS after a successful internal course transfer has occurred.

For further information on Recognition of prior learning for undergraduate students in the Faculty of Business, see:

Further details can also be obtained from the Student Advisers on:

Recognition of prior learning (Exemption) forms are available at:

Internal Course Transfer

While students may gain entry to a particular course, they may choose to apply for entry to a different course within the field of business. Where a student articulates from one level of study to another, only one testamur is issued. For further information, contact the relevant Student Liaison Unit office.

Internal Course Transfer forms are available at:

Progression

Undergraduate students who fail more than 50 per cent of their study load in their first semester will be placed on probation.

Bachelor's degree students who have failures during their candidature will have their University enrolment reviewed by the Faculty Board in Business.

Majors and sub-majors

To have a major or sub-major noted on a student's final transcript, the student must complete at least 75 per cent of the subjects in that major at UTS; the other 25 per cent of the subjects may be exempted from previous studies at another university (subject to approval), under any approved undergraduate course.

Policy on subject substitution

Where there is an overlap between majors and sub-majors, students must substitute any undergraduate subject (subject to approval) chosen from the Faculty of Business which enables students to meet the objectives of the relevant majors or sub-majors by making up the required number of credit points. Students are still required to meet normal prerequisite conditions in choosing a substitute subject. As some majors have specific substitution rules, students should refer to the information on specific majors.

Subject Substitution forms are available from the undergraduate Student Offices.

Policy on overspecialisation

Bachelor of Business students are normally expected to take 18 credit points of study as sub-majors outside the area of their major to fulfil the objectives of the degree in providing a broad business education.

Electives

When choosing electives, students should be aware that all prerequisites must be met and that no elective may be materially similar to other subjects taken as part of the student's undergraduate degree. Students who wish to undertake cross-faculty electives within UTS, or with other universities, should seek Faculty approval. The Faculty reserves the right to approve a student's choice of electives. Students will be accommodated in subjects depending on the availability of class places.

Students from other faculties applying to undertake Business electives

Students from other faculties may undertake any subject offered by the Faculty of Business as an elective if they have met all the prerequisites. Students will be accommodated in subjects depending on the availability of class places. It is the responsibility of students to ensure that their own faculty approves their choice of Business electives within the context of the requirements of the program in which they are enrolled.

Semester load

Full-time study is usually undertaken at the normal load of 24 credit points per semester. Students who wish to undertake more than the normal full-time load in one semester must have their Study Plan endorsed by a Student Adviser from the Faculty Student Office.

Part-time study is usually undertaken at the normal rate of 12 credit points per semester.

Attendance

Most degrees are offered part time (one or two subjects per semester) or full time (three or four subjects per semester). An extra two subjects (if offered) may be taken in Summer session to fast-track study.

Local students may attend part time or full time. International students must enrol in a minimum of three subjects per semester to meet DIMIA (Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs) requirements, and a maximum of four subjects per semester.

Subject attendance requirements

For detailed information as to the campus, day and time that individual subjects are offered, refer to the UTS: Class Timetable, at:

Forms

All undergraduate forms are available at:

Majors

A major consists of 48 credit points (eight 6-credit-point subjects) of study in a related area.

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Business (C10065); Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Business, Diploma in Engineering Practice (C10068); Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Laws (C10125); Bachelor of Biotechnology, Bachelor of Business (C10169); Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Business (C10163); Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business (C10162); Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Computing (C10219), or any other combined degree are ineligible to undertake the Bachelor of Business major in Information Technology, effective Autumn semester 2001. Students enrolled in these courses are required to complete a Business major offered by a School or Schools within the Faculty of Business, effective Autumn semester 2001.

Accounting major (MAJ08437)

The Accounting major builds upon the core subjects to develop the knowledge, skills, values and other intellectual attributes needed by current and future accountants. This major satisfies the university education requirements of CPA Australia and The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia.

Students intending to enrol in the Accounting major must complete the foundation core subjects 22207 Accounting Transactions and Business Decisions and 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or their pre-2001 equivalents) in order to meet the requirements of the major.

As part of the Accounting major, Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Laws (C10125) students may undertake 70417 Corporate Law instead of 79014 Applied Company Law, and 76212 Revenue Law instead of 79017 Taxation Law.

Students should note that CPA Australia will not, in principle, accept Conceded Passes in subjects required by them. However, CPA Australia will accept a Conceded Pass in a first- or second-year subject, provided that a further subject in the same subject area has been passed. Further information can be obtained from CPA Australia.

Advertising and Promotions Management major (MAJ08448)

The Advertising and Promotions Management major has been developed in response to a need in the advertising industry for university graduates who have an understanding of the strategic decisions that must be made to effectively and efficiently manage a firm's advertising and other marketing communication activities. This major has received support from the Media Federation and the Advertising Federation of Australia and is designed for students who are interested in specialising in the study of advertising, promotions and media within a managerial framework. The major enables students to acquire a knowledge and understanding of the theory and practice of marketing communications. In particular, the major focuses on advertising and media strategy and planning, and evaluates other promotional tools within the context of the marketing communications process. Students gain the skills to plan and manage advertising and promotional campaigns and evaluate their effectiveness through market research.

Banking major (MAJ08439)

The world of banking has undergone considerable change over recent years in Australia and overseas. Banking is part of the financial services sector that is at the forefront of electronic business and risk management. The subjects in this major provide students with the professional skills, knowledge and understanding that are required for a career in banking in either Australia or another country within the region. Senior Associateship status is offered by the Australian Institute of Banking and Finance (AIBF) to students completing the major and who have appropriate work experience. Students intending to enrol in the Banking major must complete the foundation core subjects 22207 Accounting Transactions and Business Decisions and 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or their pre-2001 equivalents) in order to meet the requirements of the major.

Most of the subjects in this major are offered only at City campus, however, this major shares several subjects with the Finance major, which is offered at Kuring-gai campus.

Economics major (MAJ09209)

Businesses operate within the economy and many of the prospects and problems faced by a business are influenced or determined by the economy. Consequently, many business leaders emphasise the need for business managers to understand the economy and its impact on business. The Economics major is accordingly a valuable second major for Business students. The subjects in this major provide students with professional skills, knowledge and understanding that enhance their capabilities in each of the professional areas within business. Students intending to enrol in the Economics major must complete the foundation core subject 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or its pre-2001 equivalent) in order to meet the requirements of the major.

Most of the subjects in this major are offered only at City campus.

Electronic Business major (MAJ08917)

The focus of the Electronic Business major is on business systems, processes and relationships associated with creating and transferring value in electronic environments among and between organisations, their partners and alliance groups, and to customers or end users. There is a strong emphasis on customer relationships built on a one-to-one interactive multimedia paradigm. This approach to building relationships is a distinguishing characteristic of advanced electronic business systems.

Finance major (MAJ08440)

Finance has evolved as a major field of business practised both by business executives in the management of a company's funds and by executives in the financial sector who may work in financial markets, financial institutions, IT or consultancy firms that provide financial advice and services to businesses and individuals. The subjects in the major provide students with professional skills, knowledge and understanding that are used in a career in finance. The Finance major is a natural complement to the Accounting major for students preparing for a career in corporate finance, and a natural complement to the Banking major for students planning a career in the financial sector.

Students intending to enrol in the Finance major must complete the foundation core subjects 22207 Accounting Transactions and Business Decisions and 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or their pre-2001 equivalents) in order to meet the requirements of the major.

The School of Finance and Economics advises that students intending to apply for the Honours program in Finance should complete the subject 25560 Applied Economic Analysis as their optional subject from the list shown.

The subjects in this major are offered at both Kuring-gai and City campuses.

Financial Planning major (MAJ08447)

The Financial Planning major equips students with the theoretical and practical competencies required to participate in the rapidly emerging financial services sector. Students gain an understanding of the principal elements of the personal financial planning process, along with the technical and analytical skills required to prepare financial plans. The subjects in the major cover the financial system, investment and risk analysis, and other major areas of knowledge required to undertake personal financial planning as a professional. This major is of particular interest to students completing the Accounting major, as accountants are increasingly being called on to provide financial planning advice to high net-worth clients as part of their professional practice.

Students intending to enrol in the Financial Planning major must complete the foundation core subject 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or its pre-2001 equivalent) in order to meet the requirements of the major.

Human Resource Management major (MAJ08446)

The Human Resource Management major enables students to acquire knowledge of the theoretical bases of human resource management and employer–employee relations, in addition to developing the understandings and competencies associated with the practice of management. The major provides a look at human resource management frameworks both in Australia and internationally, as well as an understanding of the broader context in which organisations operate.

Information Technology major (MAJ02041)

The Information Technology major provides students with an introduction to the fundamentals of information technology. Two electives allow students to develop particular areas of interest. Bachelor of Business students should note that this major will only be recognised when taken in conjunction with another full major offered by a School or Schools within the Faculty of Business.

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Business (C10065); Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Business, Diploma in Engineering Practice (C10068); Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Computing (C10219); Bachelor of Business, Bachelor of Laws (C10125); Bachelor of Biotechnology, Bachelor of Business (C10169); Bachelor of Medical Science, Bachelor of Business (C10163); Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business (C10162), or any other combined degree, are ineligible to undertake the Information Technology major in the Bachelor of Business, effective Autumn semester 2001. Students enrolled in these courses are required to complete a Business major offered by a School or Schools within the Faculty of Business, effective Autumn semester 2001.

Students who commenced the Information Technology major prior to 2002 should refer to the 2001 Faculty of Business handbook for completion requirements.

Students should note that while the University makes every endeavour to allow students to complete majors and sub-majors in the shortest possible time, enrolment in some specific optional subjects may be subject to the availability of places.

Some programming subjects require an understanding of UNIX; students should check with the Subject Coordinator whether this is a requirement. A self-teaching package is available.

International Business major (MAJ08442)

The International Business major reflects the growing importance of the global economy in contemporary business activity. This major provides students with a foundation of core studies in international business, a range of international electives, and a Capstone subject providing practical experiences in the international business arena.

This major has two options of study: International Marketing study or non-International Marketing study.

24765 International Marketing Country Study 1, 24766 International Marketing Country Study 2 and 21595 International Management Field Study involve overseas travel and related expenses (see the Subject Coordinator for further details). 21532 Applied International Business does not require overseas travel.

Management major (MAJ08438)

The Management major enables students to acquire knowledge of the theoretical bases of management in addition to developing the understandings and competencies associated with the practice of management generally. In particular, the Management major develops foundation skills, competencies and understanding in the traditional areas of management, such as management skills, organisational design and change, and strategy, in addition to reviewing emerging fields such as knowledge management, value stream management, consulting and innovation.

Marketing major (MAJ08441)

The Marketing major develops an understanding of the role of marketing and its specific nature in different types of domestic and international markets. It examines marketing in both the micro and macro environments and helps students to develop essential skills to effectively participate in the marketplace.

24203 Quantitative Marketing Analysis is recommended for those students intending to apply for the Honours program in Marketing.

Sport Management major (MAJ08445)

The Sport Management major develops an understanding of management and marketing theories and practices within the increasingly dynamic and specialist context in which sport is played, organised and managed. The Sport Management major is offered at Kuring-gai campus only.

Tourism major (MAJ08443)

The Tourism major develops an understanding of management, marketing and planning theories and practices within the context of the tourism industry. The major examines the two-way relationship that exists between tourism and its sociocultural, economic, technological, political, legal and physical environments. The Tourism major is offered at Kuring-gai campus only.

Sub-majors

A sub-major consists of 24 credit points of study in a related area. Sub-majors are available to all students except where specified.

Sub-majors are offered by all Faculty of Business schools and most faculties.

It should be noted that not all subjects are offered each semester, and that not all sub-majors are available at both campuses.

School of Accounting

Financial Reporting sub-major (SMJ08116)

This sub-major is for students in Bachelor of Business majors other than Accounting who wish to gain a detailed working knowledge of financial reporting issues such as financial statement preparation and its regulatory framework, and international reporting.

International Accounting sub-major (SMJ08117)

This sub-major introduces students to a range of issues, focusing on the comparative development of national accounting systems, international accounting standards and transnational reporting issues. It is offered at City campus only.

Professional Accounting and Auditing Practice sub-major (SMJ08119)

This sub-major provides Accounting major students with further knowledge and competencies in areas of professional accounting practice. Students intending to enrol in this sub-major must complete the foundation core subject 22207 Accounting Transactions and Business Decisions in order to meet the requirements of the sub-major. This sub-major is offered at City campus and, subject to demand, at Kuring-gai campus.

Small Business Accounting sub-major (SMJ08120)

This sub-major provides students enrolled in any of the majors within the Bachelor of Business with an introduction to business planning, financial and managerial reporting, and other legal, marketing and accounting issues for small and medium-sized enterprises. It is offered at City campus only.

School of Finance and Economics

Banking sub-major (SMJ08121)

The group of subjects in this sub-major provide students with professional skills, knowledge and understanding of the activities, risk management and services provided by major banks. Completion of the sub-major is recognised by the Australian Institute of Banking and Finance. Students intending to enrol in the Banking sub-major must complete the foundation core subject 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or its pre-2001 equivalent) in order to meet the requirements of the sub-major. The sub-major is offered at City campus only.

Economics sub-major (SMJ09028)

The Economics sub-major provides students with recognition for completing economics subjects that enhance their professional knowledge, skills and understanding of the economic environment of business as well as their graduate capabilities. The subjects that can be chosen are offered at City campus and some may also be offered at Kuring-gai campus.

Finance sub-major (SMJ08123)

This sub-major provides the opportunity for Bachelor of Business students from majors other than Accounting and Finance to strengthen their skills in key areas of financial analysis, corporate finance, capital budgeting and investment analysis. The subjects that can be chosen are offered at City campus and some are offered at Kuring-gai campus. Students who have completed 22207 Accounting Transactions and Business Decisions or 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance as part of their core should undertake the Financial Management sub-major instead of the Finance sub-major.

Financial Management sub-major (SMJ08122)

The subjects in this sub-major provide students with professional skills, knowledge and understanding of the management of finance by new and established firms. This sub-major is intended for students who are not undertaking the Finance major. Students intending to enrol in the Financial Management sub-major must complete the foundation core subjects 22207 Accounting Transactions and Business Decisions and 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or their pre-2001 equivalents) in order to meet the requirements of the sub-major. Depending on demand, each subject will be offered at both City and Kuring-gai campuses.

Insurance sub-major (SMJ08124)

This sub-major provides in-depth studies in insurance for business students intending to work in that industry. The Australian Insurance Institute accepts this sub-major, together with requisite professional experience in the insurance industry, for membership. This sub-major is offered at City campus only.

Investment Management sub-major (SMJ08108)

The group of subjects in this sub-major provide students with professional skills, knowledge and understanding of financial instruments and markets and the investment management process. This sub-major is intended for students who are not undertaking the Finance major. Students intending to enrol in the Investment Management sub-major must complete the foundation core subject 25300 Fundamentals of Business Finance (or its pre-2001 equivalent) in order to meet the requirements of the sub-major. It is planned that this sub-major will be offered at both City and Kuring-gai campuses.

School of Leisure, Sport and Tourism

Leisure Management sub-major (SMJ08125)

This sub-major provides an understanding of the role of leisure in contemporary society, focusing on the management and marketing of leisure services. This sub-major is offered at Kuring-gai campus only.

Sport Management sub-major (SMJ08126)

This sub-major introduces students to the increasingly dynamic and specialist context in which sport is played, organised and managed. This sub-major is offered at Kuring-gai campus only.

Tourism Management sub-major (SMJ08127)

This sub-major provides students with a systematic framework for understanding the tourism phenomenon in Australia. This sub-major is offered at Kuring-gai campus only.

School of Management

Human Resource Management sub-major (SMJ08128)

The Human Resource Management (HRM) sub-major prepares students whose current or future business management career requires a broad understanding of the challenges of people management. Students develop an understanding of the role of HRM and its contributions to the effective management of people in an organisation. Students also develop a foundation knowledge of the vocational competencies required for effective HRM within organisations across national and international boundaries.

International Management sub-major (SMJ08129)

The International Management sub-major develops students' critical and analytical skills in relation to international and intercultural environments. Students develop a range of skills, insights and sensitivity that enables them to operate effectively in business and professional practice across international and intercultural boundaries.

Management sub-major (SMJ08130)

The Management sub-major is available to students who are not undertaking the Management major. It focuses on introducing students to the range of foundation skills and knowledge necessary for effective management practice. Students also gain an understanding of organisational design and change, and the management of the value chain.

Management Consulting sub-major (SMJ08109)

This sub-major enables students to acquire a critical and theoretical knowledge of the perspectives and approaches to management consulting both nationally and internationally. Students have the opportunity to develop an understanding of a range of emerging fields of interest in management consulting including knowledge management, sustainable enterprise and innovation.

School of Marketing

Advanced Advertising sub-major (SMJ08131)

Only students undertaking the Marketing major may undertake this sub-major. This sub-major provides specialised study in the area of advertising and promotions management, developing hands-on experience in applying the major principles and current practices underlying contemporary advertising. This sub-major is offered at City campus only.

Advanced Marketing Research sub-major (SMJ08132)

Only students undertaking the Marketing major may undertake this sub-major. This sub-major allows students the opportunity to develop comprehensive skills in, and an understanding of, the marketing research process and the information technology that supports it. This sub-major is offered at City campus only.

Electronic Business sub-major (SMJ08134)

The Electronic Business sub-major focuses on the emerging electronic environment from a business perspective. Using the Internet as an exemplar of an electronic business environment, this sub-major has a strong marketing emphasis on developing strategies and practices that promote customer relationships, create customer value, redefine channels of distribution and develop effective virtual communities using the various technologies and services available within the emerging electronic environment.

Information Management in Marketing sub-major (SMJ08135)

This sub-major provides students in Bachelor of Business majors other than Marketing with the opportunity to develop basic skills in, and an understanding of, the marketing research process and the information technology that supports it. This sub-major is offered at City campus and partially at Kuring-gai campus.

International Marketing sub-major (SMJ08136)

This sub-major allows in-depth study of how and why firms choose to conduct business in international markets. It provides students with experience of Australian firms' marketing efforts in international markets, and also gives them the option of experiencing international marketing first-hand overseas. This sub-major is offered at City campus only.

Introductory Advertising sub-major (SMJ08137)

This sub-major provides students in Bachelor of Business majors other than Marketing with an introduction to the area of advertising and promotions management, focusing on consumer behaviour and management of promotional activities. This sub-major is offered at City campus and partially at Kuring-gai campus.

Introductory Marketing sub-major (SMJ08138)

This sub-major provides students in Bachelor of Business majors other than Marketing with the opportunity to develop basic skills in, and an understanding of, the marketing process and marketing management.

Faculty-wide – International Exchange

International Business Studies sub-major (SMJ08139)

Students are required to complete this sub-major on exchange at an approved overseas institution. Students must undertake the equivalent of 24 credit points of UTS Business subjects at the overseas institution, and must also seek approval from the Faculty of Business prior to undertaking the sub-major.

Sub-majors offered by other faculties

Faculty of Education

Aboriginal Studies sub-major (SMJ09029)

This sub-major presents a view of Australian social, political and economic life from the perspective of its Indigenous people. This sub-major is offered at City campus on demand.

Human Resource Development sub-major (SMJ08141)

This sub-major fosters both formal and informal learning opportunities in the workplace, and provides a basic understanding of human resource development issues and practices. This sub-major is offered at City campus on demand, and is graded on a Pass/Fail basis only.

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Communications sub-major (SMJ10009)

In this sub-major, students develop a thorough understanding of what is involved in communication between people, with a focus on communication related to work situations.

Public Relations sub-major (SMJ08142)

This sub-major provides students with a comprehensive understanding of public relations and the principles on which it is based and enables them to develop strategic approaches to public relations problems.

Faculty of Information Technology

Business Information Systems sub-major (SMJ02036)

This sub-major provides students with skills in systems modelling and design and major applications. It aims to: introduce students to the fundamentals of information systems in organisations; enable students to undertake some systems analysis and design in the business environment; and give students an insight into the effect that computers and information technology have on staff and the workplace, particularly in a climate of change.

Information Technology sub-major (SMJ02037)

This sub-major provides students with a broad overview of the basics of computer networks and software and major applications. It aims to: introduce student to the fundamentals of information systems in organisations; equip students with the ability to construct and use relational databases; give students some introductory programming skills; and introduce students to data communications and networking.

Faculty of Law

Business Law sub-major (SMJ09030)

This sub-major provides students with a comprehensive understanding of current legal developments as they affect business, and develops a better understanding of intricate legal issues, facilitating the planning of current and future commercial strategies.

E-commerce and Information Technology Law sub-major (SMJ09031)

This sub-major introduces students to the emerging field of information technology law. The legal aspects of new technologies in electronic commerce and electronic communications are examined.

Foundations in Law sub-major (SMJ09032)

This sub-major is for students enrolled in the Bachelor of Business who are considering transferring between the different degree programs or intending to undertake law studies as a second degree. It provides students with the key legal knowledge of a lawyer and has recognition as substantive law subjects in any law degree. This sub-major is offered at City campus on demand.

Taxation Law sub-major (SMJ09033)

This sub-major offers an integrated sequence of subjects focusing on taxation as the ultimate interface of law, accounting and business enterprises. It is offered at City campus only.

Faculty of Science

Chemistry sub-major (SMJ01005)

This sub-major provides an appropriate knowledge base for business students who aim to enter chemical or related industries. It is offered at City campus only.

Mathematics sub-major (SMJ01007)

The Mathematics sub-major provides students with an interest in the applications of mathematics with the opportunity to apply this to a business setting.

Operations Research sub-major (SMJ01008)

This sub-major is concerned with the application of mathematical techniques to provide decision support for industry and commerce.

Statistics sub-major (SMJ01009)

This sub-major focuses on statistical techniques for the analysis of data used in industry and commerce.

Institute for International Studies

International Studies sub-major (SMJ09034)

This sub-major uses a focus on society, politics, economics and culture as an introduction to three countries or parts of the world that play a crucial role in Australia's business environment. The subjects in this sub-major are only offered in Spring semester but it is possible to complete this sub-major in one semester.

Language other than English (LOTE) sub-major (SMJ09035)

The LOTE sub-major enables students to develop communicative competence in a language other than English. Three consecutive subjects of 8 credit points each are taken from one of the following language programs: Chinese, French, German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish or Thai. Other language programs may be offered subject to availability and demand. Students require three semesters to complete this sub-major, and are advised to start this sub-major in Autumn of their second year, as not all levels of language and culture are offered every semester.

Specialist Country Studies sub-major (SMJ09036)

This sub-major offers the opportunity to obtain an introduction to the language and culture of one of Australia's major international economic partners and to learn about the country itself. It is possible to complete this sub-major in a minimum of two semesters. Students should plan to start their language and culture study in an Autumn semester, to be followed by the second language and culture subject and the contemporary society subject in Spring semester.