Bachelor of Business (Management) - Taylors

University of South Australia

About

This degree is for students living and studying in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

It is managed by Taylor’s College in collaboration with the University of South Australia.

Modern managers are skilled problem solvers, they organise people, manage money and leverage technology to achieve business objectives.

They are global problem solvers, at the forefront of international business.

This degree recognises industry requirements and accommodates current business trends.

More importantly, it will provide you with the skills to address emerging issues and help you recognise the need for innovation throughout your career.

There are two intakes per year (March and August).

Students are generally expected to complete the degree requirements in 3 years.

Students may attend a graduation ceremony in Adelaide or Hong Kong and will be sent an invite to their student email.

Partner description Since its establishment in 1969, Taylor’s College has been a leading international tertiary college which has contributed much to the national public benefit over the last five decades.

The high standing that is a feature of Taylor’s College has been built on its reputation for excellent teaching and the overall experience it provides to its students.

Taylor’s College continues its heritage of excellence through its expanded stable of programmes;

in offering students quality education through Foundation and Diploma programmes as well as professional programmes such as the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) papers.

Taylor’s College aims to produce well-equipped leaders with the necessary capabilities to start and stay ahead as they progress into university and subsequently in their career.

Taylor’s College has been a respected partner of the University of South Australia for more than 10 years as we have a common goal – to deliver quality education to students.

Structure

Course name Area and cat no Units Reference Rules
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Management and Organisation BUSS 2068 4.5
Foundations of Human Resource Management BUSS 2043 4.5
Marketing Principles: Trading and Exchange MARK 1010 4.5
Quantitative Methods for Business MATH 1053 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Business Law LAWS 1018 4.5
Principles of Economics ECON 1008 4.5
Business and Society BUSS 1057 4.5
Career Development for Professionals BUSS 1060 4.5
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
International Business Environments BUSS 3103 4.5
Communication and Organisational Practices COMM 2072 4.5
Business Intelligence INFS 2036 4.5
Accounting for Business ACCT 1008 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Entrepreneurship for Social and Market Impact BUSS 2085 4.5
Organisational Behaviour BUSS 2046 4.5
Elective 4.5
Elective 4.5
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Managing Decision Making BUSS 3087 4.5
Strategic Management BUSS 3023 4.5
International Management Ethics and Values BUSS 3053 4.5
Project Management: Principles and Strategies INFS 2022 4.5
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Organisational Entrepreneurship BUSS 3104 4.5
Organisational Leadership BUSS 3050 4.5
Elective 4.5
Elective 4.5 Rule(s): 1

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

To be eligible for selection, applicants are required to:

  • Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) or equivalent (SACE International, South Australian Matriculation (SAM)), and obtain a competitive ATAR*, and meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C-

Alternatively, applicants can fulfil one of the following requirements with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements, and other academic requirements for the program:

  • Complete secondary education qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
  • Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 26 points, or
  • Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education institution, or
  • Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV level or above, or
  • Qualify for Special Entry, or
  • Complete a University Foundation Studies program (minimum 1 year of study)

This program is designed specifically for Taylor's College, Kuala Lumpur Students.

Prerequisites

Assumed Knowledge

English language entry requirements

English language test IELTS total [6.0] IELTS reading [6.0] IELTS writing [6.0]
See equivalence table for other qualifications and English Language tests accepted by UniSA (PDF)

Learning outcomes

Since its establishment in 1969, Taylor’s College has been a leading international tertiary college which has contributed much to the national public benefit over the last five decades. The high standing that is a feature of Taylor’s College has been built on its reputation for excellent teaching and the overall experience it provides to its students.

Taylor’s College continues its heritage of excellence through its expanded stable of programmes; in offering students quality education through Foundation and Diploma programmes as well as professional programmes such as the Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) papers.

Taylor’s College aims to produce well-equipped leaders with the necessary capabilities to start and stay ahead as they progress into university and subsequently in their career.

Taylor’s College has been a respected partner of the University of South Australia for more than 10 years as we have a common goal – to deliver quality education to students.

This degree stars with core courses in business theory. These will give you a solid grasp of business fundamentals in areas such as international business, economics, business intelligence and marketing.

In your management specialisation you will study specialist areas such as:

  • managing decision making
  • international management ethics and values
  • organisational leadership and behaviour

Your studies will incorporate both practical, professionally-focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

  • reports, project documentation, case studies and presentations
  • essays and assignments
  • examinations
  • industry-relevant, research-based projects

Your career

There are diverse career paths to aspire to in the field of management. You could consider:

  • Account director: managing client relationships; preparing project briefs; managing the production of workflow; managing internal and external communication
  • Business analyst: interpreting data and reporting on it; making recommendations based on research findings; applying qualitative and quantitative techniques to interpret data
  • Business and workplace adviser: applying an in-depth understanding of business principles and practices; guiding and supporting business owners; providing specialist advice on growth and organisational efficiency
  • Business development manager: working with business and advising on business plans; advising on investment, finance and marketing strategies; analysing domestic and global economic factors on business; advising businesses on growth opportunities
  • General manager: planning and directing the operations of companies or public and private sector organisations; duties can include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources
  • Management consultant: offering strategic and objective advisory services to help organisations to improve productivity and performance; advising in areas such as change management, financial performance, restructuring and human resources
  • Project manager/lead: ensuring projects are delivered on time and according to project plans; managing project team resources; scheduling, preparation and resource forecasting; managing vendors and suppliers; managing budgets
  • Risk manager: assessing and identifying potential risks that could endanger the reputation, safety, security and financial prosperity of a client or organisation; implementing processes and procedures to ensure the client is prepared to deal with any potential risk elements
  • Sales manager: overseeing and leading a sales team and all functions; setting strategy; managing sales plans, budgets and resources; assigning tasks and setting targets

Please contact Taylor’s College:

Email address: applications@taylors.edu.my Phone number: Tel (+603) 5629 5000 | Fax (+603) 5629 5001

At the award winning Taylor’s Lakeside Campus, you will benefit from the modern facilities and be taught by academics who are experts in their field. Taylor’s Lakeside Campus comprises of state-of-the-art laboratories, a four-level library complete with mini theatre, computer labs and other world class teaching and learning facilities.

International Student Services will make your life at university easier. We want you to be successful, and if you need help we will be there to assist. Support services include:

  • careers advice
  • help with student visas and health cover
  • personal counselling
  • academic counselling
  • fees and finance help

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