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Guide
Study
2017
jcub.edu.au
Study
2017
Guide
Campuses
Vice Chancellor’s Welcome 2
Why Choose James Cook University Brisbane 4
Living In Brisbane 6
Services and Facilities 8
Leading To Work Program 10
Joblinx 11
Pathways to JCU Brisbane 12
English Language Entry Requirements 13
Sarina Russo Institute 14
Russo Business School 15
Courses and Degrees
Undergraduate Courses 16
Bachelor of Business 16
Postgraduate Courses 20
Postgraduate Qualifying Program 20
Master of Business Administration 22
Master of Professional Accounting 24
Master of International Tourism and Hospitality Management 26
Master of Information Technology in Business Informatics 28
Important Information
Celebrating 10 Years 30
Academic Entry Requirements 32
Important Information 34
Planning Your Budget 36
Tuition Fees 37
How to Apply 38
Application Form 39
Where We Are Inside Back Cover
Contact Us Back Cover
CRICOS Provider Code 00117J
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Welcome
The Tropics is rapidly emerging as a focus for some of the most critical challenges and opportunities
of our time. A vast geographic zone, the Tropics is now home to more than 40 per cent of the world’s
population, and supports some 80 per cent of the planet’s terrestrial biodiversity. Its share of world
economic output is significant and growing rapidly.
JCU is ranked in the top 2 per cent of world universities* and is a global research leader on issues
of vital importance to the world’s tropical regions and beyond. You will gain and contribute to the
knowledge and experience base that will influence the trajectory of our world for generations to come.
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JCU’s teaching and research is focused around four themes:
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• Industries and Economies in the Tropics
• People and Societies in the Tropics
• Tropical Ecosystems and Environment
• Tropical Health, Medicine and Biosecurity.
JCU’s postgraduate students benefit from our variety of world renowned specialist research centres
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and institutes. These serve as hubs for research and innovation, and add immeasurably to the quality
of the learning and research experience at our University, ensuring JCU graduates are highly valued for
their combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Professor Sandra Harding, BSc (Hons) ANU, MPubAdmin UQ, PhD NCSU,
Hon Doc JIU, FACE, FQA, FAICD, FAIM Vice Chancellor and President
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WHY CHOOSE James Cook University Brisbane
James Cook University is the second oldest university in Queensland, recognised in the higher education sector for achievements in teaching and research.
Recently ranked by Times Higher Education (THE) in the ‘Top 150 Universities under 50’ (2016), James Cook University continues to deliver high quality degrees
preparing students for entry into the global workforce. OUR RIVER CITY
Students who choose to study at JCU Brisbane will walk away with a tertiary qualification from a respected and highly acclaimed university. In addition to this,
students will develop connections with a world renowned business, recognised for achievements in vocational and tertiary education, training, employment, 6 min walk to the university from central station. Students can hire bicycles by
recruitment and apprenticeships. translink.com.au subscribing to CityCycle.
citycycle.com.au
James Cook University Brisbane is proud to form part of an internationally recognised organisation - Sarina Russo Education Group. Sarina Russo Education Group
includes James Cook University Brisbane, Sarina Russo Institute and Russo Business School. Regular bus services available with bus stops
only a short stroll from the university. 3 minute walk to the university
translink.com.au from riverside ferry terminal.
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Located in Brisbane's Trimester System Queensland is home to Paid parking stations are available close to the
CBD model Australia’s best beaches university for students who wish to drive.
and great weather (N.B. The campus does not have a car park)
Employment and careers
assistance from Joblinx
Leading to Work Program
is linking student learning to
JCU is ranked in the top 2% of the real world of business
Five stars for job success
universities in the pre-eminent
2%
* Good Universities Guide 2015
global rankings system, the
Academic Ranking of World
Universities.
* Academic Ranking of World Universities 2016
Our 53 42%
26yrs 27% 73%
Students: Countries
58%
Average Age
Undergraduate Postgraduate
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Living In
Brisbane
Brisbane enjoys approximately 130 Koalas to cuddle at Lone General Information
283 sunny days per year. Pine Sanctuary. State Queensland
Population Over 2.2 million people
Climate Subtropical
More than 90 council parks have Language English
Brisbane is the Capital City of exercise equipment so you can get Time Zone GMT/UTC + 10 hours
the Sunshine State. It's also outdoors and exercise for free.
Currency Australian Dollar ($AU)
known as‘Brizzie’ to the locals. Relatively lower than the other Australian
Cost of living capital cities such as Sydney and
Nearly 30% of Brisbane’s Melbourne
population was born overseas.
Weather
Lonely Planet dubbed Brisbane
as "Australia’s hippest city". Dec — Feb
More than 16% of Brisbane’s Average temperature: 27°C
households speak a language Mar — May
other than English at home. Average temperature: 23°C
Jun — Aug
Average temperature: 17°C
Sep — Nov
Average temperature: 22°C
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Services and Facilities
Campus Academic Excellence Student Mentor Student Lounge
JCU Brisbane is conveniently located Award Program The student lounge is set over one
in the heart of Brisbane's Central entire floor and is the best place
The Academic Excellence award The transition to university life
Business District (CBD). The high to hang out on campus! Drop by
recognises and rewards top can be overwhelming, especially
rise campus provides students with between classes, lunch breaks
performing students who have in a foreign country. With this in
access to modern facilities including; and after hours to enjoy the pool
excelled in their studies each mind we introduced the Student
computer rooms, lecture rooms, table, foosball table, multiple
trimester. Awards are of monetary Mentor Program. There are
student lounge, library, prayer rooms TVs and even two Xbox 360s!
value and are placed as a credit three different types of mentors
and free access to high speed WiFi The lounge also has a separate
towards tuition fees for future available: 'Buddy', 'Study Coach',
internet. kitchen equipped with fridge and
subjects. Recipients of the Academic and 'Subject Champion'. The aim
microwave facilities.
Excellence Award are ultimately of the program is to help students
The Learning Centre eligible to compete for a JCU adapt to university life, enhance
University Medal. learning experiences and study.
JCU Brisbane is conveniently located in the heart The Learning Centre (TLC) is the key
Student Services
to improving your grades overall. Student services is your ‘one stop
of Brisbane's Central Business District (CBD). Equipped with three different leaning Joblinx - Employment JCU Brisbane Library shop’ for all university admin
advisers – TLC covers the areas of and Careers Our campus library sits on Level 2
related enquiries. Whether its
English, Numeracy and Literacy. fee payment, timetable enquires,
Offering a drop-in service, one- Linking classroom learning to the with our student resource centre.
course or subject changes,
on-one appointments and daily real world of business is a key area This is always a great place to
transport information and any
workshops, TLC has you covered to of focus at JCU Brisbane, and Joblinx study, complete assignments,
other general assistance - we’re
achieve the results you desire. plays an integral role in making this research or just chill out. Our
here to help. We’ll be here from
happen. Joblinx is our on-campus library provides students with
the start of your journey guiding
employment and careers team access to textbooks, general
you through enrolments and
Student Counsellor comprising of experienced career books covering teaching areas,
Orientation Week, all the way
consultants, including a registered access to MacBook Air laptops,
Leaving family to start a new degree through to Graduation Week and
career counsellor. Joblinx gives online subject guides, and
in a foreign country can be daunting. obtaining your final academic
students access to free training, regular study skills workshops.
You may feel lost and in need of some transcript, so come see us on
testing, interview preparation, Students also have 24/7 access
guidance - counselling can help. Our ground floor!
resume writing workshops as well to eJournals, eBooks, streaming
student counsellor is a highly qualified as assistance in gaining paid part- videos and staff research
counselling professional with more time, casual and graduate jobs,
than 10 years experience is this field. internships and work experience
Experienced with various counselling opportunities. For full details and
techniques, our student counsellor is stories see page 11.
available on campus 5 days a week.
Leading to Work Program
Preparing graduates for the dynamically changing job market
With employers continuing to express the need for closer links between industry and higher education, JCU Brisbane introduced the
Leading to Work program. This program is offered exclusively to JCU Brisbane students, with a key focus on applying business skills to
student learning. Employers want confident graduates who can demonstrate they have the knowledge, skills and professional experience
Joblinx is a privately owned employment consultancy which is part of
to work in a highly globalised world. the Sarina Russo Group of companies, one of Australia’s largest and most
At JCU Brisbane, students have the opportunity to be taught by highly qualified academics, corporate leaders, entrepreneurs and business successful providers of employment and training services in Australia
owners. Students also participate in industry visits and other professional business tours. In class, students will have the opportunity to
work as part of a team on industry projects and work with corporate leaders in the classroom. Professional Internships are a key component and the United Kingdom.
of the Leading to Work Program, this valuable opportunity sees top performing students gain hands-on training in an Australian business.
Students will work as a member of the team and will be given the opportunity to develop professional skills by undertaking set tasks
allocated by the employer.
Therefore, to prepare and equip our students to be employer preferred, work ready graduates, JCU Brisbane encourages students to engage
with industry professionals throughout their studies. “Joblinx helped
“I am so grateful that Joblinx me pursue job opportunities
could help me get work in Brisbane, learn how to adapt my
experience. The program CV to an Australian format, and
really pushed me forward to understand the local job market and
employer expectations. Through their
utilise my skills and the
assistance, Joblinx helped me secure a
knowledge I learnt during my
very interesting internship that provided
studies at JCU Brisbane. It is professional work experience in my field of
such an invaluable experience study. This will help me tremendously
and I would highly recommend in my future and my career!“
Joblinx to anyone who is
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looking for job opportunities.” Germany
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Joblinx has a highly experienced team of employment and training consultants who assist students to gain
Relvie Tengdui opportunities including; work experience, paid part-time employment, graduate employment, as well as access to
a diverse range of training programs.
MPA
Papua New Guinea These programs equip our students with all they need to succeed in a global workplace, we are proud
to be the only university in Australia to provide these unique services free to all enrolled students.
“My MPA degree is challenging me to excel. By engaging with the
Joblinx service I have learnt a great deal about how to effectively
prepare myself for employment. In addition, I have been successful
Joblinx' successful record of placing students in employment
in securing a paid job. Joblinx’s ongoing assistance with research and work experience programs, makes studying at James Cook
and advice about how I can improve my career prospects in my University Brisbane a smart choice.
chosen field has put me ahead of where I expected to be. Free
Whether you’re just looking for a part time job to earn some Training
money or seeking help with setting the foundations for / Testing
future career prospects in your degree, I highly Free Workshops
recommend you give this service a try. Furthermore, I
feel confident that the concepts and knowledge
PAID CASUAL* • Responsible
Service of Alcohol • Resume and
(RSA) Legal interview skills
I have gained from my lecturers and tutors
requirement for training
will be a useful component when I am
gaining work experience.” employment in • Australian
GRADUATE*
hospitality
• Microsoft office
WE workplace culture
testing and training PROVIDE • Graduate
employment skills
Free Programs
PROFESSIONAL • Work experience programs
EXPERIENCE* • Workplace insurance
• Job placement
*Students must pass job-ready assessment prior to job referrals.
Joblinx does not guarantee student employment. • Mentoring
JCU Brisbane Pathway English Language Entry Requirements
Sarina Russo Institute English Language School provides a pathway into JCU Brisbane for students who do not meet the English language entry requirements. Students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by completing a test such as, Academic IELTS or TOEFL (other English language tests may also
Students have the option to complete one of three English Language programs, this will provide a period of English Language classes to improve English be accepted as proof). Presentation of English language test results will be required to gain admission into university.
proficiency and end with an offer for the JCU Degree program. Committed teaching staff will provide comprehensive support throughout each trimester to ensure Alternatively, students who have completed two years of full time study, where the language of instruction was English, may also satisfy the English requirements.
students are well prepared for university study. (Study must have been undertaken no more than two years prior to the date on the JCU Letter of Offer).
For students who do not meet the English entry requirements, our English language school is the best option. Located in the same building as the university,
students will have access to the same services as JCU Brisbane students. This approach ensures a seamless transition into university.
PEARSON
PROGRAM IELTS TOEFL ibt TOEFL Paper Cambridge CEFR Level
(PTE Academic)
6.5 90 570
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROGRAMS Postgraduate CPE(Grade C, score 45+)
(no sub score 64 (minimum writing score (minimum test of written B2/C1
(Masters) CAE(grade C, score 58 +
below 6.0) of 21) English score of 4.5)
Bridging English Entry Program Unipath English Intensive General English
(BEEP) This program is designed to prepare and This course is designed to help students develop their 6.0 79 550+
Bachelor of FCE (Grade A, score 80+)
equip students for further studies at confidence in using English for general purposes. (no sub score 57 (minimum writing score (minimum test of written B2/C1
BEEP is a 10 week English course providing Business CAE (grade c, score 52+)
diploma and tertiary level, focusing on Students improve their skills in speaking, listening, below 6.0) of 19) English score of 4.0)
students with the necessary language and
academic skills to successfully complete a academic requirements, expectations, reading and writing. A strong focus on grammar,
postgraduate university degree. This course is development of language skills and vocabulary and pronunciation provides students with
recommended to students on a conditional learning strategies. the ability to communicate more effectively in English.
offer. This course is flexible, allowing students to tailor their
studies to fit their individual needs.
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BSB40215 CERT IV IN BUSINESS - FOUNDATION
WELCOME TO
YOUR FUTURE
Sarina Russo Institute (SRI) offers industry focussed training with a strong focus on providing students with an outstanding
WHERE
Russo Business School is a friendly and diverse higher education institution
learning experience. By offering flexible delivery and equipping students with the skills, knowledge and support for successful providing students with quality education and an unparalleled student lifestyle.
learning outcomes, students are prepared to either continue their education or enter the workforce. With a collective focus on instilling knowledge whilst linking students to
IT LOOKS
workplace relevant experiences, Russo Business School is confident today’s
English Language Programs
students will be prepared to succeed in tomorrow’s ever-changing and globalised
If you do not meet the English language requirements for university, SRI provides the highest standard of English language business world.
BRIGHT
learning. By offering a wide variety of English programs, whether you are at an introductory level or a post-graduate tertiary level,
SRI can assist you to advance your English language skills: Diploma of Business
• Intensive General English The Diploma of Business is an alternative to the first year of a Bachelor of
• Unipath English Business, preparing students for entry into the second year of a Business degree. Core Subjects:
• Bridging English Entry Program • Academic and • Contemporary
By studying eight foundation subjects, the Russo Business School Diploma
Business Skills Business
Diploma of Hospitality Management provides students with an understanding of the broad scope of business. In
Development Communications
addition, the course aims to develop important generic skills including; academic
The SRI Diploma of Hospitality Management is a uniquely structured program combining the best in both hospitality learning • Accounting • Data Analysis and
literacy, basic numeracy, critical thinking, analytical evaluation, independent
and hands-on training. This 2 year program equips students with hospitality and managerial skills, and a sound knowledge of the • Economics Management
learning as well as written and oral communication.
industry to coordinate hospitality operations. SRI has teamed up with one of the most recognised culinary training schools in • Management • Marketing
Australia, the Institute of Culinary Excellence (ICE) to deliver a portion of the program. Successful completion of this Diploma Therefore, by choosing to study a Diploma of Business at Russo Business School Fundamentals Fundamentals
provides the opportunity for entry into second year of a Bachelor of Business at JCU Brisbane. you can still complete a Bachelor of Business in the standard three years. • Business Law
Price: Entry Requirements: Vocational Placement: Price: Entry Requirements: Joblinx:
AU$20,000 total 2 year program Basic computer skills and knowledge International students - SRI organises AU$18,000 total 1 year program IELTS: 5.5 (no component lower than 5) Students have access to highly
(Learning materials included) of how to use the internet. 108 hours of vocational placement. TOFEL (paper-based): 525 (with an experienced employment and
IELTS: 5.5 (no subscore below 5.5) (N.B Unpaid work experience) essay rating of at least 3.5) training consultants.
TOEFL: 70 (minimum score of 18) TOFEL (internet-based): 70 (minimum
PTE: 42 writing score of 18)
PTE: 49
sri.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 00607B NVR RTO 0427 russo.qld.edu.au CRICOS Provider Code 03441F
Your Academic Pathway BBUS - YEAR 3
(Total 24 subjects)
into the Bachelor of
Business (BBus) degree BBUS - YEAR 2
(Total 16 subjects)
JCU Brisbane partners with Russo Business
School and Sarina Russo Institute to provide
students with an alternative pathway to success. DIPLOMA BBUS - YEAR 1
(Total 8 subjects) (Total 8 subjects)
YEAR 12
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Bachelor of Business
focus on work integrated learning, • Electives [Eight (8) subjects], MAJORS
Standard Duration
a JCU B Bus degree will develop a with the exception of Bachelor Select at least one major from the
Eight (8) Trimesters
student’s personal and professional of Business (Accounting). following list:
Total No. of Subjects skills. Please refer to Bachelor of Business • Accounting
24
Accounting Major subjects for full • Hospitality and Tourism
Intakes COURSE STRUCTURE details.
March, July and November Management
Each program is comprised of 24
subjects in total. Students must CORE SUBJECTS • International Business
OVERVIEW nominate one of the Business LEVEL 1 • Management
JCU’s Bachelor of Business (B Bus) Majors listed when first making BU1002 Accounting for Decision An in-depth description of each
provides the solid foundations application for admission. The Making major is given on the following pages.
needed for a prosperous business choice of a second major and/or BU1003 Economics for Sustainable
career in a modern organisation. minor(s) is normally made after ELECTIVES
Business
Upon graduating, students can admission to the course. Students elect 8 subjects in
apply the problem-solving and BU1007 Business Data Analysis
Every student must undertake at and Interpretation accordance with the course rules.
critical thinking skills that are least one major. A variety of double The eight (8) electives chosen must
valued in today’s business world. majors and minors are available BU1104 Business, Environment contain at least four (4) business
The Bachelor of Business is JCU and students may study single and Society in the Tropics subjects offered at the Brisbane
Brisbane’s most flexible degree. or double majors and/or minors BU1105 Contemporary Business Campus.
Once the foundation is set with the consistent with their interests, Communications
Yo Kubota core business subjects, students
are then able to construct a
personalised business degree to
career aspirations and the course
rules.
Leading To Work (LTW) is a feature
BU1108 Managing Consumer
Markets
BU1112 Business Law
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION
JCU’s Bachelor of Business program
has accreditation with, and is
suit their chosen profession. With a acknowledged by a number of key
B Bus wide range of majors available, we
of the program and the options
at JCU Brisbane are described on
LEVEL 3 - One of:
professional associations.
BU3101 Professional Internship
Switzerland have something to suit everyone. Page 10.
or
JCU B Bus students are employer The program of 24 subjects is
preferred for their ability to BU3102 Multi-Disciplinary Project
made up of:
communicate professionally, make or
• Core [Eight (8) subjects] +
ethical business decisions and work BU3103 Independent Project
in a global environment. With our • Major [Eight (8) subjects] +
"As a multinational student majoring in International Business,
James Cook University Brisbane provides the best possible
learning environment to help me achieve my goals.
JCU Brisbane is an ideal place to learn, with it's location and size making it a great environment for students to focus on their
course as well as enjoy what Brisbane City has to offer. Along with professional academic staff and resources, JCU Brisbane
provides the perfect balance of challenges and support to help us prepare for the future."
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Accounting Hospitality and International Business Management
COURSE OVERVIEW
Tourism Management KEY FEATURES KEY FEATURES
Accounting is at the core of every COURSE OVERVIEW • Gain valuable skills for managing • Gain fundamental management
organisation, ensuring its financial across borders in the global and analytical skills for a
The program covers fundamental
viability. JCU has trained hundreds of marketplace leadership career in business.
principles underpinning management
qualified accountants and is strongly in the tourism and hospitality sectors • Graduates can join the Australian • Graduates can apply for
supported by the local accounting and more specifically addresses Institute of Management membership of the Australian
profession. issues encountered in the hospitality Institute of Management (AIM)
Foundation subjects are operations sphere, club and gaming COURSE OVERVIEW and other professional bodies,
complemented by specialist topics management, and conference and International business is a rapidly depending on their course
in, business modelling, financial event management environments. growing area of study that deals structure.
management, auditing, law of Students are encouraged to enhance with the development, strategy,
business organisations, taxation, COURSE OVERVIEW
their expertise with a second major and management of multinational
contemporary issues in accounting, such as Management or International enterprises in the global context Management roles are essential
performance management and Business. and the dynamic international within all organisations. This major
control. business environment. The course can be used as a launching pad
MAJOR SUBJECTS includes subjects in cross-cultural for successful careers in business,
MAJOR SUBJECTS Hospitality and Tourism Major Core management, international business, government, and/or non-government
Accounting Major Core Subjects: Subjects: multinational business finance, sector management. Topics
BX2174 Research and Decision business negotiations, operations include; operations management,
BX2011 Accounting Principles and
Making for Business management, business research organisational behavior, managing
Systems CAREER OUTLOOK
and international marketing. For people, project management,
BX2012 Cost and Management BX2091 Tourism and Leisure When graduating from JCU
enhanced knowledge and skills management accounting for
Accounting Management Brisbane with a B Bus, students
students should consider combining non-accountants, management
BX2014 Financial Management BX2195 Hospitality, Cultures and and leadership, and strategic will be exposed to an exciting
this field of study with a second
BX2016 Business Modelling People entrepreneurship. For enhanced career scope. As a B Bus
business major such as Management,
BX3011 Company Accounting BX2094 Conference and Events or Hospitality & Tourism expertise, students may combine graduate, you will be prepared
Management Management. Management with a second major to work in a variety of settings
BX3012 Contemporary Issues in - from small business and
BX3096 Club and Gaming such as International Business
Accounting MAJOR SUBJECTS community organisations to
Management or Hospitality and Tourism
BX3013 Performance Management International Business Major Core Management. multinational companies and
and Control BX3095 Visitor and Crowd Behavior
Subjects: large scale industries.
Management
BX3014 Auditing BX2014 Financial Management MAJOR SUBJECTS
BX3193 Hospitality Operations Potential Career Options
Note: BX2061 Business Negotiation Management Major Core Subjects:
Management
To fulfill the requirements of the BX2051 Managing People • Marketing Coordinator
BX3194 Destination Management BX2062 Operations Management
Bachelor of Business (Accounting) BX2062 Operations Management • Business Development
and to be eligible for accreditation and Planning BX2174 Research and Decision Executive
with Certified Practicing Accountants Making for Business BX2077 Project Management
• Business Analyst
Australia (CPA Australia) and/or the BX3031 Multinational Business BX2174 Research and Decision
Making for Business • Travel Agent
Institute of Chartered Accountants Finance
Australia (ICAA), students must BX3171 Organisational Behavior • Hotel Duty Manager
BX3052 Cross-Cultural
complete the following subjects in Management BX3172 Management Accounting for • Event Coordinator
addition to the units comprising the BX3061 International Business Non-Accountants • Tour Coordinator
major: • Assistant Accountant
BX3082 International Marketing BX3173 Strategic Entrepreneurship
BX2019 Business Information • Bookkeeper
BX3174 Management and Leadership
Systems
BX2112 Law of Business
Organisations
BX3112 Taxation
This imposes constraints on students
who select Accounting as their
primary major. Those students will be
unable to select a second major.
18 | www.jcub.edu.au | 19Brisbane is a doorway to some of
the best beaches in the world.
Postgraduate
Courses
Successful completion of PQP Economics, Tourism and
Postgraduate guarantees direct entry into: Hospitality or other disciplines
Qualifying Program • Master of Business Administration where students have completed
study relating to organisational
(PQP) – Business • Master of International Tourism
behavior, business, strategy,
and Hospitality Management
marketing, economics,
Standard Duration • Master of International Tourism communication and people
One (1) Trimester and Hospitality Management / management.
Total No. of Subjects Master of Business Administration
2. A student with a non-cognate
Four (4) Advanced standing credit is not undergraduate qualification
Intakes available for entry into the PQP. which does not meet the normal
March, July and November In addition, PQP subjects do not entry requirements for a business
give advanced standing credit into postgraduate course may not use
OVERVIEW a postgraduate program. Students PQP pathway for entry to such
must pass all PQP subjects before programs.
JCU's Postgraduate Qualifying
progressing into postgraduate
Program (PQP) provides an alternate 3. In 2017 there will be changes
studies.
and streamlined pathway into to the PQP. Please check
selected postgraduate programs. Note: our website for current
This is a good option for students 1. A cognate undergraduate information.
who have a cognate undergraduate qualification is one based
business qualification which does on the following disciplines:
not meet the academic entry Accounting, Finance, Marketing,
requirements for a postgraduate Management, Commerce,
course. Human Resource Management,
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Enjoy our cafe lifestyle.Business
Administration
COURSE STRUCTURE CORE SUBJECTS
Master of Business The MBA is made up of 16 subjects. LB5228 The Changing Business
CAREER OUTLOOK
An MBA qualification lends
Administration (MBA) Students must undertake four Environment
itself to a variety of careers, and
(4) specified foundation subjects, LB5229 Economics for a Sustainable the substantial investment is
Standard Duration eight (8) core subjects, and four World almost certain to be reflected
Two (2) Years - Six (6) Trimesters (4) optional subjects as per the LB5230 Managing Strategic in increased earning potential.
Total No. of Subjects structure defined below. Resources and Operations MBA candidates graduate
16 Note: LB5231 Corporate Responsibility and with exposure to an array
Intakes 1. There are no majors in the MBA Governance of business areas including;
program offered at James Cook
Dinithi Ovitigala
March, July and November finance, human resources,
LB5232 Marketing, Customer
University Brisbane campus. Engagement, Social Media and operations, economics and
OVERVIEW
2. Eligible students holding Marketing marketing. What this means
Vithanage James Cook University’s Master
of Business Administration (MBA)
acknowledged cognate
qualifications may seek exemption
LB5233 Strategic and Responsible
Innovation Management
for students is improved career
opportunities. Furthermore,
is a cutting-edge business degree, from the four (4) Foundation an MBA qualification equips
MBA re-engineered recently to equip subjects when submitting an LB5234 Leading and Managing students with the knowledge
Organisational Change
Sri Lanka the next generation of emerging application for admission to the and skills required to run their
managers to succeed in the new program. LB5235 Practical or Research Project own business.
"From day one the lecturers instilled a sense of motivation world. The JCU MBA will significantly
FOUNDATIONAL SUBJECTS OPTIONAL SUBJECTS Potential Career Options
and encouragement that made me love attending the classes. enhance a student’s management
and leadership capability, and better LB5202 Marketing Management Select two (2) subjects from any • Management Consultant
The classes are full of activities and the lecturers really do level 5 list
put in their all for each lecture and inspire you to think out of equip them to turn global economic LB5205 People in Organisations • Managing Director
challenges into business opportunities LB5212 Accounting and Finance Plus • Operations Manager
the box. This made me develop a keen interest in doing the
in today’s highly competitive global for Managers Select two (2) subjects from a level 5 • Business Analyst
challenging assignments without treating them like a chore. list with a prefix of LB, CO, CP or TO
marketplace. LB5236 Comparative Global • General Manager
What clearly stood out at JCU Brisbane were the internship Business Systems subject to prerequisite constraints.
• Investment Banker
facilities provided by the Joblinx department. Just 3 weeks
• Financial Manager
into uni, I was given an internship opportunity in my area of
expertise, further adding to the benefits I would gain out of
obtaining this practical experience in Australia.
Without a doubt I’m glad I made this choice and I can
guarantee it will be worth it for you!"
22 | www.jcub.edu.au | 23Accounting
CO5120 Taxation Law OVERVIEW LB5234 Leading and Managing
Master of CO5121 Law of Business The Master of Professional Organisational Change
Professional Organisations Accounting - Master of Business LB5230 Managing Strategic
CO5122 Accounting for Administration (MPA-MBA) Resources and Operations
Accounting (MPA) Corporations program is designed for students
who intend to work as professional OPTIONAL SUBJECT
Standard Duration CO5123 Advanced Issues in
accountants and in senior Select one (1) subject from
Two (2) Years - Six (6) Trimesters Accounting
management positions. LB5___ list of subjects, subject to
Total No. of Subjects: CO5124 Data Analysis and Decision
A joint masters degree allows prerequisite constraints.
16 Modelling
graduates to stand out to
Intakes LB5229 Economics for a future employers. The course CAREER OUTLOOK
March, July and November Sustainable World delivers comprehensive training MPA is a globally recognised
LB5235 Practical or Research in accounting and finance
OVERVIEW profession with a broad range
Project whilst exposing students to key of roles, often leading to
As a student undertaking MPA at management areas including;
BUSINESS FOUNDATIONAL careers in senior management.
JCU Brisbane, you will undertake human relations, marketing,
SUBJECTS The number of employed
advanced learning in both theory business law, taxation, economics
and professional practice whilst LB5202 Marketing Management professional accountants
and business information systems.
learning to solve accounting and LB5205 People in Organisations in Australia has increased
business problems in innovative LB5212 Accounting and Finance for COURSE STRUCTURE from 134,000 in 2004 to
ways. Students will be equipped Managers over 193,000 in 2014. The
The MPA-MBA is made up of 16
with the skills to advise companies projected employment level
LB5236 Comparative Global subjects as per the course structure
on current and future financial in 2019 for this profession
Business Systems below. It is comprised of 11
issues, enabling strategic goals to be is around 218,700. The
Note: accounting core subjects, four (4)
achieved. different industries in Australia
Eligible students holding specified business subjects and one
hiring accountants are very
Chris Wong
Students completing the MPA (1) optional business subject.
acknowledged cognate business favourable for employment
degree are in an excellent position
qualifications may seek exemption growth prospects.
to succeed in managerial positions CORE SUBJECTS
in a range of government and from the four (4) Foundation
CO5103 Management Accounting
Furthermore there has been a MPA
commercial organisations. MPA Business subjects when submitting shortage of accountants in the
graduates from JCU are well-placed an application for admission into
CO5109 Corporate Finance Australian labour market. To Hong Kong
to enter organisations in industries the MPA program. CO5117 Introduction to Accounting solve this issue, the Australian
such as mining, manufacturing, CO5118 Auditing and Assurance Federal Government included
"JCU Brisbane excels in the support they provide
retail, consulting, human resources CO5119 Business Law accountants in the Migrant
students while searching for work experience and
and marketing. Master of CO5120 Taxation Law
Occupations in Demand List
internships. One of the best aspects of studying
(MODL) in September 2004.
COURSE STRUCTURE
Professional CO5121 Law of Business at JCU Brisbane is the internship component. JCU
The MPA is made up of 16 subjects.
Accounting - Organisations Potential Career Options Brisbane offers a service called Joblinx, I found this
Students must undertake all 12 core Master of Business CO5122 Accounting for • Assistant Accountant to be extremely helpful as it assisted me in securing
Corporations
subjects and four (4) 'Foundation' Administration (MPA- • Auditor/Risk Accountant an internship. I learnt a lot of skills including how to
CO5123 Advanced Issues in
business subjects. MBA) Accounting
• Financial Analyst perform under stress, manage good relationships with
• Bookkeeper staff, understand work culture and ethics and also
CORE SUBJECTS CO5124 Data Analysis and Decision
Standard Duration: • Financial Accountant improve my communication.
CO5103 Management Accounting Two (2) Years - Six (6) Trimesters Modelling
• Taxation Accountant
CO5109 Corporate Finance Total No. of Subjects: LB5235 Practical or Research I'm glad and honoured Joblinx assisted me with this
CO5117 Introduction to Accounting 16 Project opportunity. All the best to all JCU Brisbane students!"
CO5118 Auditing and Assurance Intakes LB5229 Economics for a
March, July and November Sustainable World
CO5119 Business Law
LB5228 The Changing Business
Environment
24 | www.jcub.edu.au | 25Tourism and Hospitality
TO5002 Tourism and the innovative joint postgraduate
Master of Environment level qualification that combines CAREER OUTLOOK
Australian hospitality jobs differ
International Tourism TO5101 Tourism Systems Analysis tourism, hospitality and business
in their fast-paced approach and
management to give students the
and Hospitality TO5102 Tourism and Hospitality
management skills required to be ever-changing work environment.
Operations Management
Management TO5103 Global Destination
a professional in the tourism and Whilst Australia’s population
hospitality industry. is small in comparison with
(MITHM) Competitiveness other developed nations – the
TO5104 Tourist Management COURSE STRUCTURE hospitality scene is rapidly
Standard Duration Strategies
The MITHM-MBA is made up of 16 expanding. The restaurant industry
Two (2) Years - Six (6) Trimesters
TO5202 Economic Decision- subjects. Students must undertake alone is currently worth around
Total No. of Subjects Making in the Hospitality Industry $12 billion*, with hotels and
16 seven (7) tourism subjects, eight
TO5203 Hospitality and (8) management subjects and one resorts worth $6 billion on top of
Intakes Gastronomy: Social, Private and that.
(1) optional subject as per the list
March, July and November Commercial In Brisbane specifically, The
below.
LB5203 Sustainable Enterprise Queens Wharf development
OVERVIEW OPTIONAL SUBJECT positions Brisbane as an
A Master of International Tourism LB5228 The Changing Business
Select two (2) LB52 subjects international tourism destination
and Hospitality Management Environment
Plus that attracts visitors and
(MITHM) is like a passport to the LB5230 Managing Strategic investment to Brisbane and
world. Managerial level graduates Select one (1) of any level five (5) Resources and Operations Greater Queensland.
are in high demand across all subjects.
LB5231 Corporate Responsibility The tourism demand forecasting
sectors of the industry in Australia and Governance and research undertaken by
and overseas. Note:
LB5232 Marketing, Customer Destination Brisbane Consortium
The MITHM is a multidisciplinary Eligible students holding
Engagement, Social Media and indicates the facilities and
program that explores tourism acknowledged cognate
Marketing attractions proposed for Queen’s
from a social, economic and qualifications may seek exemption
LB5233 Strategic and Responsible Wharf Brisbane will generate:
environmental perspective and from the four (4) Foundation
subjects when submitting an Innovation Management • Estimated 1.39 million
equips students with advanced
application to the MITHM LB5234 Leading and Managing additional tourist visitors per
knowledge about tourism, as
program. Organisational Change annum.
well as experience in hospitality
management, business, economics LB5235 Practical or Research • Create more than 8,000 jobs in
and ethical professional Project Queensland once operational**
empowerment. Master of TO5002 Introduction to Tourism *http://www.ibisworld.com.au/
COURSE STRUCTURE
International Tourism and the Environment industry/default.aspx?indid=2010
TO5101 Tourism Systems Analysis **http://www.
and Hospitality
Shenali De Silva
The MITHM is made up of 16 TO5102 Tourism and Hospitality destinationbrisbaneconsortium.
subjects. Students must undertake Management - Operations Management com.au/FAQ.php
MITHM-MBA
four (4) foundation subjects, nine
(9) core subjects, and three (3)
Master of Business TO5103 Global Destination
Potential Career Options
Sri Lanka optional subjects in accordance Administration Competitiveness
• Café Manager
with the structure below. (MITHM-MBA) TO5104 Tourist Management
Strategies • Restaurant Manager
FOUNDATIONAL SUBJECTS Standard Duration TO5202 Economic Decision- • Conference and Event
"Choosing to study at JCU Brisbane was one of the best Two (2) Years - Six (6) Trimesters Making in the Hospitality Industry Coordinator
LB5212 Accounting and Finance
decisions I've made. My course (MITHM/MBA) is very for Managers Total No. of Subjects or • Duty Manager
practical, diverse and interesting. The lecturers are very LB5202 Marketing Management 16 LB5229 Economics for a • Travel Agent/Consultant
committed to their work and are always available to help LB5205 People in Organisations Intakes Sustainable World • Venue Manager
you out. LB5236 Comparative Global March, July and November TO5203 Hospitality and • Hotel Front Office Manager
Business Systems Gastronomy: Social, Private and • Business Development Manager
The learning centre facilities have really helped me with OVERVIEW Commercial
• Functions Supervisor
achieving good results for my exams and assignments. CORE SUBJECTS The Master of International
Furthermore, thanks to Joblinx I was able to secure an Tourism and Hospitality OPTIONAL SUBJECT
LB5203 Sustainable Enterprise
internship at one of the best hotels in Brisbane (Four Management - Master of Select one (1) of any LB52___
LB5235 Practical or Research
points by Sheraton). Being an international student, I Business Administration is an subjects.
Project
don't think I would have achieved so much in such little
time if it wasn't for JCU Brisbane."
26 | www.jcub.edu.au | 27Information Technology
CORE SUBJECTS there is worldwide demand for
Master of Information CP5046 ICT Project 1: Analysis and graduates with the critical business
CAREER OUTLOOK
As the world of information
Technology (MIT) Design skills and acumen to fully leverage
technology and social networking
these technical skills into profitable
in Business CP5047 ICT Project 2:
products and services. expands, JCU IT graduates can
Implementation and
Informatics Commissioning This joint degree at JCU provides
successfully gain employment in
IT functions in government and
CP5603 Advanced e-Security training in a variety of computer
Standard Duration commercial organisations.
support skills, and includes
Two (2) Years - Six (6) Trimesters preparation for industry standard Information Technology represents
BUSINESS INFORMATICS MAJOR
Total No. of Subjects SUBJECTS certification in Microsoft one of the most exciting areas of
16 technologies. This program employment for new graduates
CP5310 E-Business Technologies
emphasises advanced people with the inevitable progression
Intakes CP5503 Enterprise Database
and project management skills, of digital technology. Employers
March, July and November Systems - Oracle
together with ethical behaviour and are realising the potential that
CP5634 Business Intelligence and professional vigour. technology has on redefining their
OVERVIEW Data Mining business, hence continue to invest
This Master degree is designed to CP5520 Advanced Databases and COURSE STRUCTURE in this sector.
address the demand for graduates Application The industry has been one of
The MIT-MBA is made up of 16
from information technology and the fastest-growing areas of the
CO5124 Data Analysis and Decision subjects. Students must undertake
computer science fields who can Australian economy. IT has led
Thanaphong
Modelling six (6) IT core subjects, eight (8)
also apply critical business acumen the Australian jobs market with
Business subjects, and two (2)
and strong communication skills. OPTIONAL SUBJECTS the largest proportion of new job
optional subjects as per the course
The Master of Information
Niyomjinda
Information Technology and structure below. ads and the sector continues to
Technology (MIT) core computer Business elective students must strengthen in 2016, with new job
science and information technology choose two (2) additional subjects CORE SUBJECTS ads up 10 per cent year on year to
subjects ensure students are from the information technology February 2016 figures.*
CP5046 ICT Project 1:
MIT-MBA exposed to the latest technologies
and knowledge in databases,
and business units offered by JCU Analysis and Design Furthermore, an Australian Bureau
Brisbane. CP5047 ICT Project 2: of Statistics report found that
Thailand e-commerce internet applications,
e-security, data mining and Other elective subjects Implementation and Australians with university level
Commissioning qualifications in technology have
multimedia, as well as the all- Students may choose two (2) of any
one of the best career prospects
important project management. appropriate Masters level subjects CP5310 E-Business Technologies
nationwide.*
Subjects from the business offered at JCU Brisbane as approved CP5503 Enterprise Database
by the Campus Director. 1. http://insightsresources.seek.
component of this degree may be Systems – Oracle
com.au/seek-employment-trends-
drawn from accounting, marketing, Note: CP5603 Advanced e-Security australia-spotlight-information-
operations, human resource and Eligible students holding
CP5634 Business Intelligence and communication-technology
finance management to produce acknowledged cognate
Data Mining 2. http://www.abs.gov.au/
well-rounded graduates with qualifications in Information
Technology may seek exemption ausstats/abs@.nsf/Lookup/425
the advanced people and project BUSINESS SUBJECTS
from the four (4) Foundation 0.0.55.005main+features22010
management skills, ethical behavior
IT subjects when submitting an LB5228 The Changing Business %E2%80%9311
and professional vigour demanded
application to the MIT program. Environment
in today’s fast-paced business
LB5229 Economics for a Potential Career Options
environment.
Sustainable World Key sub-sectors within IT in
COURSE STRUCTURE
demand – Security, Help Desk,
Master of Information LB5230 Managing Strategic
Resources and Operations
Technical Writers and IT support.
The MIT is comprised of 16 subjects.
Students must undertake four (4) Technology – LB5231 Corporate Responsibility
• IT Help Desk Support
foundation subjects, three (3) core Master of Business and Governance • Web/Application Developer
"The main reason I chose to study at JCU Brisbane was subjects, five (5) specified major
subjects, two (2) CPS5 or LB5___ Administration (MIT- LB5232 Marketing, Customer
Engagement, Social Media and
• IT Support Analyst
• Test Analyst
MBA)
because of their amazing internship opportunity, where subjects from an approved list, plus
any two (2) optional level 5 subjects
Marketing
LB5233 Strategic and Responsible
• ASP.Net Developer
Standard Duration
I could use what I learnt in class and apply to real life.
as electives.
Two (2) Years - Six (6) Trimesters Innovation Management
Students who satisfy the
Total No. of Subjects LB5234 Leading and Managing
requirements of this program meet
Organisational Change
the requirements to apply for 16
My lecturer for MIT has been my biggest mentor, he is so friendly and approachable and he makes us feel like membership with the Australian LB5235 Practical or Research
Intakes
we’re all family. Joblinx, the employment and careers team helped me reformat my resume, and practice the Computer Society (ACS). Project
March, July and November
interview process, so that when the time came to interview for a role, I would be prepared. I look forward to
OPTIONAL SUBJECTS
graduating and hopefully stepping into a role in IT support or programming." FOUNDATIONAL SUBJECTS
OVERVIEW Select 2 subjects from a specified
CP5631 Internet Fundamentals
There is a growing demand for list of CP5 subjects
CP5632 Programming 1 graduates skilled in a range of
CP5633 Database Modelling IT technologies – multimedia,
CP563 Content Management computing, networking and
Systems software technologies. In addition,
28 | www.jcub.edu.au | 29Our Brisbane campus.
C E L E B R AT I N G
Celebrating 10 Years
In 2016 we celebrated 10 years since the founding of James Cook University Brisbane. That’s 10 years of
welcoming students from all around the world to complete their tertiary studies at our Brisbane campus. In
this time we have seen over 6,226 students successfully graduate from JCU Brisbane - congratulations, we
are excited to see what lies ahead for current and future students.
Join our JCU Brisbane family and find a world of opportunities that await.
"My name is Kan, I am originally from Before I came to Australia I never
Bangkok, Thailand and I studied the imagined that I would be working as a
dual MPA-MBA degree at James Cook Senior Hotel Accountant and Assistant
University Brisbane. After I graduated Financial Controller in a five star hotel like
in 2011, I started working as an intern at the Stamford Plaza Brisbane. My degree
the Stamford Plaza Brisbane and upon from JCU Brisbane provided me with the
successfully completing my internship opportunity to stay and build a successful
I was offered a full-time position. Five career in Australia.
years later, I am now the Senior Hotel
Accountant and Assistant Financial My life in Thailand was very different
Controller at the Stamford to Brisbane. Bangkok is very busy and
Plaza Brisbane. there is always work to be done, I feel
my life in Brisbane is very peaceful in
YEARS
comparison. What I enjoy most about
Kan Raykoo Australia is that it’s quite safe and secure.
In addition to this, I really like being able
to relax and chill out once I finish work
Senior Hotel Accountant each day. In my spare time I like to go
and Assistant Financial riding in the mountains on my Harley with
Controller friends or watch movies.
If you have the opportunity to study at
James Cook University in Brisbane I have
this advice for you; firstly, enjoy your first
two weeks, spend time exploring Brisbane
and talking to new people. Secondly,
ask questions, your lecturers are very
knowledgeable and more than happy
to help. Let someone know if you don’t
understand, I believe knowledge and a We are proud of our accomplishments of the past 10 years. We are a progressive
keen attitude is valuable. Finally, apply
yourself to the process, there are people and modern university not restricted by traditional methods and conventions.
who want to help you, but you need to
work hard to achieve success. 10 years of thinking outside the box and linking student education to the real
I feel lucky to be able to walk into the
Stamford Plaza every day, I enjoy my
world of business - that's why our students are employer-preferred.
job and I’m very of proud of this hotel.
For me, James Cook University
Brisbane was the right choice."
30 | www.jcub.edu.au | 31Academic Entry Requirements COUNTRY SPECIFIC
Bachelor of Business
Advanced Levels 6
Australia: OP/Rank 19/61
UNDERGRADUATE
CANADA: ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA (OSSD) 63
Country Requirement Country Requirement
CHINA: SENIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADUATION CERTIFICATE 75
Afghanistan Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher education Kuwait Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher
institution or approved foundation program education institution or approved foundation program Hong Kong: HKDSE 16
Austria Maturity Certificate . Reifezeugnis, Reifprüfungszeugnis, Matura Laos Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher
or Maturazeugnis from a Gymnasium or Allgemeinbildende education institution or approved foundation program International Baccalaureate 24
Höhere Schule Libya Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher India: All Indian School Boards/State Boards (%) 60/65
Azerbaijan Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher education education institution or approved foundation program
institution or approved foundation program Maldives Advanced Level passes in the General Certificate of Education Japan: Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma 3.1
Bangladesh Bangladeshi Higher Secondary or Intermediate Certificate
Mauritius Advanced Level passes in the General Certificate of Education Malaysia: Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) 7.33
Brazil Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Certificado de Conclusão de
Ensino Médio) Mexico Bachillerato or Preparatoria
Norway: Vitnemal fra den Videregaende Skolen 3.5
Chile Licencia De Educacion Media Myanmar High School Examination (Matriculation)
Pakistan: Intermediate/Higher Secondary School % 65
Nepal Proficiency Certificate or Intermediate Certificate
Colombia Bachillerato
Papua New Guinea: PNG High School Certificate 3.1
Netherlands Diploma Hoger Algemeen Voortgezet Onderwijs (Dutch
Denmark Studentereksamen, Hojere Forberedelseksamen (Higher
HAVO) Getuigschrift (from a Hogere Burgerschool), or Diploma
Preparatory Examination), Hojere Handelseksamen (Higher Sweden: Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskola 12
Commercial Examination), Hojere Tekniskeksamen (Higher Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (Dutch VWO/
Technical Examination), or Studentsprogv (Certificate of Student University Preparatory Education)
Thailand: Matayom 6, also known as Mathayom Suksa 6 2.7
Examination - Faroe Islands) New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA)
United States of America: ACT score 22
Ecuador Bachillerato Nigeria Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher
Fiji Fiji School Leaving Certificate (Pacific SSC) or Form 7 or the education institution or approved foundation program United States of America: SAT Score 1500
University of the South Pacific Foundation Year Peru Certificado oficial de estudios de Educación secundaria, Vietnam: Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong 7.5
France Baccalauréat, Baccalauréat General, Baccalauréat de Certificado oficial de estudios de Educación técnica, or Tecnico
l'Enseignement du Second Degre, Baccalauréat Technologique, Philippines Advanced Level passes in the General Certificate of Education,
Baccalauréat de Technicien, Baccalauréat avec Option International Baccalaureate
Internationale, Diplome de Bachelier de l'Enseignement
du Second Degre,, Diplome de Baccalaureat de Technicien, Russia Attestat o Srednem Pronum Obrazovanii, Attestat o (Polnom) CALCULATION OF SCORES AND ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Baccalauréat Professionnel Srednem Obshchem Obrazovanii, or Diplom ob okanchanii
proftekhuchilishchz ADVANCED LEVELS: (GCE, Cambridge, Hong Kong): Category A: 5**=6, 5*=5.5, 5=5, 4=4, 3=3, 2=2, 1=1 PAKISTAN: Scores are calculated on a percentage of the best
Germany Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife (Abitur), Zeugnis The scores are calculated such as: A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1, 4 academic subjects in the Pakistan Intermediate/Higher
Category B: Attained with Distinction=3, Attained=2
der Fachgebundenen Hochschulreife, Zeugnis der Saudi Arabia Tawjihiyah, Tawjahiya, Shahadat al-Marhalat alThanawiyyat, or and must include results in not more than three subjects. Secondary School Certificate.
Fachhochschulreife, Abiturientenzeugnis, Zeugnis der Reife, or Shahadat al-Thanawiyyat al-’aama al-Mutawwarah Category C: A=2.5, B=2.0, C=1.5, D=1.0, E=0.5.
Advanced Supplementary Levels (AS) are the equivalent of PAPUA NEW GUINEA: Calculated as grade average of best
Reifezeugnis half a subject at Advanced Level: A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE: Aggregate of
5 subjects where A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1 and must include
Singapore Singapore-Cambridge General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) full Diploma where 7=excellent, 6=very good, 5=good,
E=0.5. Forecast or Preliminary Advanced Level results will be subject Language and Literature (excludes subject Personal
Indonesia Satisfactory completion of SKHUN/National University Entrance or National University of Singapore High School Diploma considered for all programs. 4=satisfactory, 3=mediocre, 2=poor, 1=very poor.
Development).
Examination South Africa National Senior Certificate issued by UMALUSI AUSTRALIA: OP/RANK Refer to QTAC selection ranks to INDIA: Scores calculated on a percentage of the best 4
SWEDEN: Calculated as grade average of final year
Iran High School Diploma convert OP/Rank to ATAR-OP (QLD Overall Position); Rank academic subjects in either the All Indian School Boards or
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) results where G=10, VG=15, MVG=20 for Slutbetyg fran
(QTAC Selection Rank); ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions State Boards.
Gymnasieskolan, Fullstandigt Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskolan,
Iraq Certificate of Preparatory Studies Taiwan Senior High School Leaving Certificate Rank). JAPAN: Upper Secondary School Graduation Diploma (Koto or Slutbetyg Fran Komvux (Upper Secondary School Leaving
CANADA: Based on the average of the best 6 Ontario (OSSD Gakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho) A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, F=1 Certificate for Adult Learners).
Ireland Leaving Certificate Turkey Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher or OAC) subjects as a %. MALAYSIA STPM: Scores are normally calculated on the THAILAND: Minimum GPA upon successful completion of
Italy Esame di Stato education institution or approved foundation program CHINA: Calculated as grade average of final year results. best three subjects attempted at one examination, and are Thai Certificate of Secondary Education.
calculated such as: A=4.0, A-=3.67, B+=3.33. B=3.0, B-=2.67,
UAE Tawjihiyya, Thanawiya aamah (General Secondary School HONG KONG: Satisfactory Completion of HKDSE -
C+=2.33, C=2.0, C-=1.67, D+=1.33, D=1.0, F=0.
USA: High School Diploma or equivalent with an ACT
Jordan Satisfactory completion of one year of study at a higher education Certificate), Thanawiya faniah (Technical Secondary School Aggregate score range between 16 points to 25 points composite score or SAT score (maths plus critical reading plus
institution or approved foundation program depending on course based on the best 5 subjects selected NORWAY: Calculated as grade average of final year results writing) as above.
Certificate), Thanawiya tijaria (Commercial Secondary School of the Vitnemal fra den Videregaende Skolen, Examen Artium,
Certificate), or Thanawiya from an agricultural institute from 4 core subjects (Chinese, English, Mathematics and VIETNAM: Calculated as grade average of years 11 and 12
Korea Korea High School Diploma, Immumgye Kodung Hakkyo Liberal Studies) plus 1 elective: Studenteksamen, or Gymnaseksamen.
Choreup chung (General High School Diploma), Silopgye Zimbabwe Advanced Level passes in the General Certificate of Education
Kodung Hakkyo Choreup Chung (Vocational High School
Diploma), Diploma from a Specialised High School (Arts, Sport, The table (above) is a guide to JCU’s minimum academic entry requirements for Bachelor
Science or Foreign Languages) degrees. Please contact the JCU Brisbane Admissions Department at
admissions@jcub.edu.au if your country is not listed.
Students who have already completed an undergraduate degree (or part of) in their
POSTGRADUATE
home country are also able to apply to study an undergraduate degree at JCU and may
be eligible for credit. Degree Minimum Requirement for Entry to a Postgraduate Degree
Completion of a recognised and appropriate bachelor degree in any discipline; or other qualifications or practical experience as recognised by the Campus
MBA
Director.
Completion of a recognised and appropriate bachelor degree in any discipline other than an accredited CPA/ICAA Accounting program. (Students holding
MPA
non CPA/ICAA accredited overseas accounting degrees may be admitted into this program).
MPA-MBA Completion of a recognised and appropriate bachelor degree in a business* discipline other than an accredited CPA/ICAA Accounting program.
MIT Completion of a recognised and appropriate bachelor degree in any discipline.
MIT-MBA Completion of a recognised and appropriate bachelor degree in an Information Technology discipline.
MITHM Completion of a recognised and appropriate bachelor degree in any discipline.
MITHM-MBA Completion of a recognised and appropriate bachelor degree in a business* discipline.
*Business disciplines: Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management, Commerce, Human Resource Management, Economics, Tourism and Hospitality, or other disciplines where students have
completed study relating to organisational behaviour, business, strategy, marketing, economics, communication and people management.
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