Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Business in Management

The Bachelor of Business in Management is a comprehensive degree program designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become professional managers. The program explores a wide range of issues, theories, and perspectives, enabling students to develop a deep understanding of management principles and practices.

Key Information

Duration and Course Structure

The program is typically completed in 3 years, consisting of 8 trimesters, or 2 years in a fast-track mode, comprising 6 trimesters. It encompasses 24 units and 72 credit points.

Intake Dates

Intake dates are available in January, May, and September.

Mode of Delivery

The program is delivered on campus.

Fees

The total fee for the entire course is AED 179,880, inclusive of VAT. Tuition fees exclude the cost of course study materials.

About the Bachelor of Business in Management

As a student enrolled in this degree program, you will delve into a broad spectrum of management issues, theories, and perspectives. The curriculum is designed to foster the development of skills and knowledge required to become a proficient manager. Key areas of study include:

• Business and management skills for shaping business interactions in a creative, inclusive, and ethical manner
• Strategies to address complex challenges in various business settings
• Creative ways of thinking, problem-solving, and innovation relevant to business workplaces
• Approaches to address business issues and challenges
• Global business and leadership skills

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Business in Management may pursue senior positions in multinational firms, work in non-profit organizations, government agencies, or establish their own businesses. Potential career paths include:

• Accounting
• Consulting
• Consumer products
• Entrepreneurship
• Finance/banking
• Marketing
• Human resources

There is a significant demand for specialists with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management degree. With a degree from Murdoch University, graduates can unlock the path to becoming:

• Team Leader or Office Supervisor
• Team Management Analyst
• Team Operations Manager
• Team Business Proprietor
• Team Consultant

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Business (B1367) includes:

Spine Units (9 cp)

• MSP100: Career Learning: Managing Your Career (3cp)
• MSP200: Building Employability Skills (3cp)
• COM203: Consulting and Freelancing (3cp)

Course Core (15 cp)

• BSL165: Foundations of Business Law (3cp)
• BUS123: Management in a Global Environment (3cp)
• BUS124: Global Marketing (3cp)
• BUS163: Introduction to Accounting (3cp)
• BUS171: Foundation of Economics (3cp)

Management Major (21 cp)

• BUS219: International Business (3cp)
• BUS230: Change Management (3cp)
• BUS293: Organisational Theory and Behaviour (3cp)
• BUS334: Business Analytics (3cp)
• BUS338: Global Strategic Management (3cp)
• BUS363: Scaling Agile Projects (3cp)
• BUS368: Cultures of Innovation (3cp)

Options (27 cp)

Students can choose between a Double Major or Electives. A Double Major allows students to complete two majors under one degree, usually within the same timeframe as a single degree. Electives enable students to choose units to the value of 27 credit points, provided they satisfy pre-requisite requirements.

Recommended Double Majors

• Finance
• Marketing
• Strategic Communication
• Accounting
• Digital Communication
• Human Resource Management

Academic Entry Requirements

Students must meet the minimum academic qualifications required for admission to this course.

English Language Entry Requirements

Students must demonstrate English language proficiency before being admitted to this course.

Faculty Profile Business

The Discipline Lead for Business is Dr. Leena Wanganoo, a distinguished academic leader with 30 years of experience, including 12 years in educational leadership within higher education and an 18-year corporate career with multinational companies. Dr. Leena holds a PhD in Sustainable Supply Chain Management, a Postgraduate Diploma in International Business, and an MBA in Marketing. She oversees the Diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate business programs and teaches Global Business, Sustainability, and Strategic Management courses. Dr. Leena is actively engaged in research and case study development, with research interests in Sustainable Management & Development and Service excellence strategy.