Major overview
Prepare for an international career, and learn to work across different markets, cultures and business environments.
In this major, you will develop knowledge of how businesses respond to the opportunities and challenges associated with operating across borders.
You’ll begin by learning about the global business environment, including how cultural, economic, political and institutional differences can influence the way organisations operate. You’ll also learn how to engage and communicate professionally with culturally diverse industry partners and stakeholders.
As you progress through the course, you’ll develop specialised skills in areas such as corporate strategy, market analysis and cross-border business decision-making. You’ll learn how to respond to international business challenges, such as those that require you to balance commercial priorities alongside responsible and sustainable business practices.
You’ll have many hands-on learning opportunities to help you apply your knowledge to real international business challenges. This may include involvement in industry projects, internships and international study experiences.
You’ll graduate with the skills to analyse international markets, and to develop and implement international business strategies.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Degrees
Some units vary between degrees but provide similar core knowledge and learning experiences.
Career outcomes
As a graduate, you could apply your skills across multinational corporations, small and medium enterprises expanding into new markets and government bodies.
Careers
- International business manager
- Global operations manager
- Business/financial analyst
- Supply chain manager
- International trade specialist
- Management/business consultant
- International marketing manager/director
Industries
- International trade
- Multinational organisations
- Supply chain and logistics
- Resources and energy
- Finance
- Technology
- Government and public sector
- Non-profits
Why study at Curtin?
Transformative experiences
Participate in transformative experiences involving cross-disciplinary collaboration and industry-based learning.
Accelerated degree
With a relevant bachelor degree and work experience, you could gain your master degree in just 1–1.5 years.
Triple international accreditation
Curtin Business School is accredited by Associations to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS), and our MBA is European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD)-accredited. With AACSB and EQUIS as the leading business school accreditations in North America and Europe, your business degree will be globally recognised by employers.
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Major structure
What you’ll learn
Your studies will involve independent learning and team projects across a range of relevant, internationally focused subjects.
In your first year, you’ll build a foundation in contemporary business, covering analytics, project management, marketing, technology, sustainability and organisational behaviour.
In your second year, you’ll focus on strategy, global business, economics and sustainable operations, while building your executive and decision-making confidence.
You’ll also benefit from hands-on learning opportunities involving industry engagement. These are called transformative and capstone experiences. Through these experiences, you could take part in practice-based education, study tours and executive education programs to further your experience and confidence. (Note that you can adjust your course plan to include an internship.)
International Business is a major in the Master of Commerce. You may also be eligible to exit the course with a Graduate Certificate in Business Fundamentals or Graduate Diploma in Commerce. This will depend on your study progress, the units you complete, and the requirements of the relevant qualification.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to apply
This major is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this major either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
Choose your degree
To study this major, you'll need to apply one of the degrees listed below.Degrees
For full entry requirements, fees and information for international students, visit the course page.
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