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Professor Rod Oxenberry, Chairman of the Academic Board, addresses graduates and guests at AIB’s graduation ceremony.

Due to our extensive alumni network and

strong online presence, AIB has been

recognised multiple times on LinkedIn

for our brand’s influence – in 2015 we

were named ‘Australia’s Most Influential

Brand’ on LinkedIn, and additionally

in 2016 we became the third ‘Most

Influential Education Brand’ in the world.

As the only Australian provider in the top

50, runners-up to AIB include Stanford

University (#4), Harvard Business School

(#17), and New York University (#13).

AIB’s qualifications are accredited by

Tertiary Education Quality Standards

Agency (TEQSA). You can therefore, rest

assured that your qualification is subject

to the same standards as every other

higher education provider in Australia.

I look forward to seeing AIB change

your life, and how your achievement will

help to inspire others as you become

a student of one of our prestigious

business programmes.

Professor Rod Oxenberry

Chairman of the Academic Board

I take the greatest pleasure in welcoming

you to the Australian Institute of Business,

a 30-year-old business school whose

mission is to provide life-changing

experiences for our students.

At AIB we believe in delivering quality,

affordable and innovative education

nationally and internationally through

various learning models. Using Work-

Applied Learning, our methodology

gives students the opportunity to apply

their studies directly to their workplace,

resulting in a fast return on investment

for both students and their employers.

AIB has quite a special position in the

private higher education sector. With our

distinctive culture, we have established

a global reputation for the quality of our

programmes and are well-regarded both

nationally and internationally.

YOUR LIFE-CHANGING EXPERIENCE STARTS HERE

WELCOME MESSAGE

CONTENTS5 Reasons to Choose AIB 4

A Leading Higher Education Institution 5

Accreditation 6

Why Study a BBA? 7

Alumni 8

Innovative Model - 2 Year BBA While You Work 10

Qualification Pathway 11

Subjects and Specialisations 12

Subject Overviews 13

How to fit the BBA into your life 16

Student Support 18

Academics 19

Events 20

Graduation 22

Course Fees 25

Entry Requirements 26

5 REASONS TO CHOOSE AIB

FULLY ACCREDITED AND INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED

AIB’s qualifications are internationally recognised and accredited by TEQSA

within the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). This accreditation assists in

ensuring that our qualifications are of an equivalent required standard to the same

qualifications issued by other Australian higher education institutions, such as

universities.

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FAST-TRACK YOUR LEARNING AND YOUR CAREER

In a world that can change dramatically in the space of a few years, AIB’s accelerated

courses provide students with an ‘edge’. Completing one subject each month* for the

duration of your studies will allow you to gain an immediate return on investment (ROI).

For many of our students, this means achieving that promotion or setting up their own

business sooner than they ever thought possible.

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A GLOBAL EDUCATION NETWORK

AIB’s courses can be completed anywhere, as students can study on-campus,

via Distance Learning, or through an international Teaching Centre. AIB students join

a global alumni network with access to renowned business speakers and outstanding

academic and student support through every step of their journey.

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BENEFITS FOR YOU AND YOUR EMPLOYER

AIB’s qualifications use the Work-Applied Learning (WAL) methodology, which

makes the courses highly relevant and immediately applicable to a student and their

workplace. Students are required to apply each subject of their course in practice,

helping them to learn in a way that directly benefits themselves and their employer.

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AN AFFORDABLE INVESTMENT

AIB’s qualifications are among the most affordable on the market. The qualifications

are also designed to be completed full-time, providing students with the opportunity

to maintain their current income while studying.

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* Excluding the Project (Planning) and Project.

A LEADING HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION

The full suite of business degrees

offered by AIB include the: Bachelor of

Business Administration (BBA), Master of

Business Administration (MBA), Master

of Management (M.Mgt), Doctor of

Business Administration (DBA), Doctor of

Philosophy (PhD).

AIB offers its courses through a

combination of on-campus in Australia,

via distance learning, and through a

network of international teaching centres.

All courses offered are accredited by

the Australian Government within the

Australian Qualification Framework (AQF).

AIB is a 30 year old leading teaching

and research business school, based

in Australia. As ‘The Practical Business

School’, AIB is committed to serving

the needs of working adults around

the world by offering courses which

are accelerated, applied, accessible,

affordable and accredited

AIB was the first (and is still the only)

private higher education institution in

Australia to be approved to confer the

full suite of business degrees including

the prestigious doctorate qualifications.

AIB WAS THE FIRST (AND IS STILL THE ONLY) PRIVATE HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION IN AUSTRALIA TO BE APPROVED TO CONFER THE FULL SUITE OF BUSINESS DEGREES.

Alumni and current students of AIB’s

programmes span more than 80

countries, with teaching centres across

more than 4 continents.

AIB’s success is well documented.

In 2015, the AFR confirmed AIB as

Australia’s Largest MBA Provider (AFR

2015), LinkedIn also announced in

2015 that AIB was the Most Influential

Brand in Australia (outranking Telstra

and Commonwealth Bank), and in 2016

LinkedIn announced that AIB was the 3rd

Most Influential Education Brand in the

world (outranking Harvard and Stanford).

AIB’s local, national and international graduates gather to celebrate their success at AIB’s annual graduation ceremony.

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Senator The Honourable Simon Birmingham, Minister for Education and Training, congratulates graduates and presents them with their parchments.

PROFESSIONAL

Australian Marketing Institute (AMI)

Australian Human Resource Institute (AHRI)

FINSIA (Finance)

The Australian Institute of Tourism Offices (AITO)

CAUTHE - The Council for Australasian University Tourism and Hospitality Education

Supply Chain and Logistics Association of Australia)

Small to Medium Enterprises Association of Australia (SME Association of Australia)

ALARA

Here is a snapshot of our range of recognitions, listings and memberships:

ACADEMIC

Australian and New Zealand Academy of Management (ANZAM)

Accounting and Finance Association of Australia and New Zealand (AFAANZ)

Australian and New Zealand Marketing Academy (ANZMAC)

Small Enterprise Association of Australia and New Zealand Ltd (SEAANZ)

Higher Education Research and Development Society of Australasia (HERDSA)

Australian Council for Private Education and Training (ACPET)

CHEA International Quality Group

Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS)

International Association of Universities (IAU)

Graduate Management Association of Australia (GMAA)

ACCREDITATION IS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN WEIGHING UP YOUR STUDY OPTIONS.

AIB is registered as a higher education provider in Australia by TEQSA (Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency), the sole government body in Australia authorised to register institutions of higher education, including universities.

AIB delivers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, which are accredited by TEQSA as being compliant with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), a national system of qualifications which encompasses all post-compulsory education in Australia.

This accreditation ensures all our qualifications are equivalent in standing to qualifications issued by Australian universities. As the AQF is internationally recognised, all compliant qualifications are internationally recognised by default.

Details of AIB’s registration status and accredited programmes can be found at the National Register maintained by TEQSA at www.teqsa.gov.au/national-register/provider/prv12090.

ACCREDITATION

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“Studying by distance was the only way I could conceivably do my degree, but fitting it around my roster was never too difficult, since I could take my course notes and journal readings with me wherever I go and work from my iPad between work days.”

Stuart Dunn First Officer B737, Qantas AIB MBA Student

WHY STUDY A BBA?

IT’S HIGHLY VALUED BY YOUR EMPLOYER

The Bachelor of Business Administration is an in-demand degree, highly valued by employers in a range of industries. AIB’s BBA gives students the practical knowledge they need to prepare for current and future leadership roles. In particular, it will help you develop analytical, decision-making, and written and verbal communication skills.

IT’S AN IN-DEMAND BUSINESS DEGREE

No matter whether you choose to specialise your BBA, the programme provides you with the knowledge and skills in a variety of business areas and cover a range of topics including Entrepreneurship, Marketing Principles and Practice, Organisational Behaviour and Fundamentals of Management.

IT’S A GOOD INVESTMENT

According to the Australian Government, university graduates earn on average 75% more than school leavers over their lifetime (HigherEd 2014). A similar study released by the National Centre for Social and Economic Modelling supports this result and further suggests that this increased revenue continues over a graduate’s lifetime (NATSEM 2012).

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OUR GRADUATED STUDENTS JOIN AN ALUMNI COMMUNITY, WHICH TODAY REPRESENTS MORE THAN 80 COUNTRIES.

ALUMNI

Becoming a part of the AIB alumni

community unlocks access to a range

of opportunities and benefits including

professional development, networking

events, and the opportunity to connect

through our social media platforms.

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Join the conversation today!

Recognised as ‘Australia’s Most Influential Brand’ on LinkedIn in 2015 and the third ‘Most Influential Education Brand’ on LinkedIn in the world in 2016, we encourage you to join our expanding global network.

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I was in banking for almost a decade, and I used my AIB BBA to transition into my current role as a consultant and business analyst. What I learned at AIB applies directly to my current career, so I credit the degree for helping me succeed in my professional goals.

Brandon McCarty PMP Project Manager ConsultNet (AIB BBA Graduate 2014)

AIB has developed a unique intensive model that enables students to complete and graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration in just two years, compared to other Bachelor’s programmes that are delivered over three to four years.

PROGRAMME SCHEDULE

The 2 Year BBA is designed to give students semester-like ‘sets’ of study of 3 – 4 months at a time, followed by a break. The programme consists of 20 subjects and is divided into three stages: the Diploma of Management, the Associate Degree in Management, and the BBA stage.

SUBJECT SCHEDULE

One subject is delivered over a month, although the Project (Planning) and Project may be introduced during the last stage.

The assessment for each subject in the BBA is:

• One examination (worth 75%)

• One assignment (worth 25%)

DURATION

The BBA can be completed in 3 years of full-time study, or in 2 years in accelerated mode. Students can also take up to 6 years to complete the programme on a part-time basis.

INNOVATIVE MODEL - 2 YEAR BBA WHILE YOU WORK

THE 2 YEAR BBA COMPRISES 20 SUBJECTS, DESIGNED BY INDUSTRY LEADERS FOR FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS.

The key features of the model are:

• Work-oriented learning focus – applying knowledge to the workplace

• Industry relevant learning material for each subject

• A blended academic and practical approach to assessment

AIB’s 2 Year BBA consists of 20 subjects that are divided into three stages – the Diploma of Management, the Associate Degree in Management, and the Bachelor of Business Administration stage. This gives students two exit points as shown in the pathway diagram below.

QUALIFICATION PATHWAY

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20 SUBJECTS

ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN

MANAGEMENT

BBA STAGE

DIPLOMA OF MANAGEMENT

8 SUBJECTS (AQF LEVEL 5 CORE SUBJECTS)

AND MINIMUM OF 80 CREDIT POINTS

15 SUBJECTS (INCLUDING 8 AQF LEVEL 5 SUBJECTS) AND MINIMUM

OF 160 CREDIT POINTS

20 SUBJECTS (SEE BELOW*)

2 YEARS

If a student chooses not to undertake a specialisation, then instead of 6 specialisation subjects and 3 elective subjects, 9 elective subjects must be completed. The 9 elective subjects must be chosen from the specialisation subjects and should include at least 4 subjects at AQF Level 7.

Please refer to the Bachelor of Business Administration Subject Guide for further information on page 15.

THE COURSE COMPRISES*:

• 9 compulsory core subjects (8 at AQF Level 5; 1 at AQF Level 7)

• 6 specialisation subjects (3 at AQF Level 6; 3 at AQF Level 7)

• 3 elective subjects (at least 1 at AQF Level 7)

• Project (Planning) and Project (both at AQF Level 7) completed in the final stage

SUBJECTS AND SPECIALISATIONS

*These are the stream/specialisations available. Students have to choose one before commencing the course.**When scheduling your timetable, please note that these subjects have prerequisites that must be successfully completed prior to commencing the subject.

Business Economics

Organisational Behaviour

Operations Management Fundamentals

Marketing Principles & Practice

Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Accounting

Fundamentals of Management

Business Ethics & Social Responsibility

Strategic Management Principles & Practice

COMPLETE ALL 9 CORE SUBJECTS

COMPLETE 2 PROJECTS

PROJECT (PLANNING)** PROJECT

GENERIC*

Choose any nine electives (four of which will need to be AQF Level 7).

COMPLETE ELECTIVES AND / OR SPECIALISATION SUBJECTS

TOURISM & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT*

Human Resource Management

Business Planning

Marketing for Tourism and Hospitality

E-Commerce

Professional Meetings & Event Coordination

Sustainable Tourism & Hospitality Management

+ 3 electives (at least one at AQF Level 7)

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT*

Quantitative Methods

Financial Institutions and Markets

Business Finance

International Macroeconomics**

Investment and Portfolio Management

Financial Risk Management

+ 3 electives (at least one at AQF Level 7)

ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGEMENT*

International Marketing**

Business Planning

Project Management

E-Commerce

Creativity & Innovation

Small Business Management

+ 3 electives (at least one at AQF Level 7)

HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT*

Leadership Issues

Human Resource Management

Managing Conflict and Change

Human Resource Development

International Human Resource Management

Organisational Staffing**

+ 3 electives (at least one at AQF Level 7)

MARKETING*

International Marketing**

Consumer Behaviour

Selling and Sales Management

Distribution & Marketing Logistics

Marketing Communication

Digital Marketing

+ 3 electives (at least one at AQF Level 7)

LOGISTICS & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT*

Intermediate Operations Management**

Project Management

Quantitative Methods

E-Commerce

Purchasing & Supply Chain Management

Distribution & Marketing Logistics

+ 3 electives (at least one at AQF Level 7)

SUBJECT OVERVIEWS

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CORE SUBJECTS

SPECIALISATION SUBJECTS

Business EconomicsThe language of economics enters business through media market and macroeconomic analysis, and through the economic impact of strategy and policy decisions of business and government. Literacy in the language of and the basic models used in economic analysis is core to understanding how economic factors influence businesses.

Organisational BehaviourEffective management of the workforce requires an understanding of individual and group behaviours. This subject provides knowledge, based on organisational psychology, about individual and group behaviour in the workplace.

Operations Management FundamentalsThis subject addresses the design, management and control of operations and processes that produce an organisation’s products and services. Managers need an understanding of how businesses operate and how processes and operations can potentially be improved.

Marketing Principles and PracticeMarketing is a basic cornerstone of business. Students need to understand marketing principles and the importance of relationships with customers and other stakeholders so they can apply these principles to the workplace.

EntrepreneurshipEntrepreneurship is a key driver of our global economy and a vital element for private sector growth and diversity. An entrepreneurial culture contributes to wealth creation and promotes economic development. The study of entrepreneurship allows students to develop the skills needed to create and implement new ideas and creative solutions. This subject complements other subjects in the BBA program such as Strategic Management Principles and Practice and Marketing Principles and Practice.

Introduction to AccountingThis subject develops a basic understanding of financial statements and develops practical skills required to analyse and interpret accounting information in the business environment, from both external and internal management perspectives. A knowledge of accounting is part of the ‘language of business’ and as such is essential for anyone participating in the decision-making process in organisations.

Fundamentals of ManagementAll managers require a strong foundation in key management principles. The aim of this subject is to provide students with an understanding of management practices and processes, so that they acquire an ability to comprehend why good managers behave and act in the ways they do. The students will find the subject of practical utility and benefit.

Business Ethics and Social ResponsibilityManagers must have a good understanding of ethics and social responsibility in order to be able to function with integrity in the workplace. This subject provides an important foundation to help ethical behaviour and ethical thinking.

Strategic Management Principles and PracticeEvery organisation is guided by the strategies set out by senior management and organisational competitiveness is directly affected by changes in strategy. Hence, all managers need an understanding of the role of strategic management.

Business FinanceAn understanding of the principles of finance is important for any manager and therefore is included in the core of business degrees. Students are expected to develop knowledge of financial principles and their applications to financial decision-making in a business.

Business PlanningBusiness plans assist entrepreneurs to test the feasibility of their business idea, secure funding, attract investors, build partnerships and/or guide development. This subject expands on the material covered in the BBA core subjects and complements Entrepreneurship, Strategic Management Principles and Practice, and Marketing Principles and Practice.

Consumer BehaviourConsumer Behaviour is an essential cornerstone of the marketing discipline. Issues including the decision-making process, cultural, internal and external influences are addressed in the subject, enabling marketers to gain in-depth understanding of their target consumers. Marketers need to understand how customers make buying decisions, in order to make informed decisions about the planning, development, and implementation of effective marketing strategies.

Creativity and InnovationThe most successful organisations are those that are able to be creative and innovative in their operation and marketing and in the products and services they offer. Managers should be aware of ways to encourage creativity and leverage innovation. This subject enables participants to identify and employ strategies and actions to enhance the creativity and innovation of organisations.

Digital MarketingThis subject brings traditional marketing up-to-date with a thorough look at e-marketing planning and marketing mix tactics. The focus is on the Internet and other technologies that have a profound effect on how marketing is done now. The subject provides a specialist application for the student of marketing that encompasses emergent and established digital technologies and their incorporation in strategies across the marketing discipline.

Distribution and Marketing LogisticsA manager involved or interested in logistics or the distribution component of marketing needs to be familiar with the concepts and skills of logistics and distribution. This subject provides students with a broad basic foundation in logistics management. The subject complements other units in the course including Operations Management Fundamentals, Intermediate Operations Management, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management, and E-commerce.

E-CommerceMany organisations sell and/or buy products and services electronically. In order to maintain a competitive advantage in a dynamic business environment, it is essential that managers integrate technology effectively with their existing business practices. It is therefore important for managers to be aware of the actual and potential applications of e-commerce and be able to apply their knowledge appropriately.

Financial Institutions and MarketsManaging an organisation involves several decisions relating to investments, fundraising and risk management. Understanding how financial markets operate and the features and limitations of financial instruments available in the market, is important for managers seeking to be effective financial decision-makers. This subject will develop knowledge and skills in this area.

Financial Risk ManagementBusinesses must remain financially solvent to avoid corporate failure, and hence managers need to have good knowledge about financial risk management. This subject allows the student to develop an understanding of the concepts underpinning financial risk management that allow for ongoing sound control of financial and operational risk.

Human Resource DevelopmentHuman Resource Development (a subset of human resource management) focuses on learning, training, and development of the workforce. It is important in the development of a superior workforce well-aligned to organisational goals. Managers often apply HRD principles when seeking organisational change.

Human Resource ManagementThe fundamental principle of Human Resource Management (HRM) is to have the right person for the right job at the right time – which is an important strategic issue. Managers need to have appropriate knowledge and skills to effectively manage people in the organisation.

Intermediate Operations ManagementManagers are often involved in planning and monitoring of operational activities. This subject provides advanced knowledge about important concepts which will enable a manager to function effectively in an operational context.

International Human Resource ManagementIn a complex and dynamic international environment, the management of a global workforce has become the key to organisational success. This subject equips the student with the necessary knowledge, skills and ability to successfully address international HRM challenges.

International MacroeconomicsIn a globalised economy, both domestic and international macroeconomic factors impact businesses and the economic environment in which they operate. Managers with knowledge of international macroeconomic concepts and relationships will be better placed to make informed strategic business decisions and will therefore be more effective in the workplace.

SUBJECT OVERVIEWS

International MarketingOrganisations operate in an international marketplace and have options for expanding internationally. This subject develops an understanding of international marketing concepts required to make the appropriate management decisions in terms of expansion and marketing overseas.

Investment and Portfolio ManagementDeregulation, technological progress and globalisation of financial markets offer new opportunities to investors. Successful investors understand the competitive nature of securities markets and carefully manage risks in order to realise returns. This subject develops understanding of core investment concepts and applies them to manage investments. Students are provided opportunities to relate the subject knowledge to current events in the financial markets.

Leadership IssuesLeadership is an important and indispensable skill when running and managing a business. Leaders should be able to understand the difference between management and leadership, different styles of leadership and behaviour. This subject explains how to manage oneself as a leader and how to maintain composure in times of crisis.

Managing Conflict and ChangeManagers need to develop a range of conflict resolution skills and be able to apply them in appropriate situations. This subject helps build understanding of concepts relating to managing conflict and change in today’s dynamic world.

Marketing CommunicationAdvertising, promotion and integrated communication are an integral part of marketing. Managers need to understand how to effectively reach and communicate with current and potential customers, as this creates the foundation for success of marketing efforts. In addition to traditional communication methods, the current arena also involves electronic communication methods, which are highly effective in reaching the consumer. Integration of all marketing communication is essential for delivering one consistent and clear message to the consumer.

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Marketing for Tourism and HospitalityMarketing for tourism and hospitality is an important area as tourism is a growing sector in many parts of the world and is increasingly a competitive business. Moreover, marketing is a key function within any tourism organisation, along with operations, finance and human resource management. This subject gives students the knowledge and skills to be able to apply concepts and principles of marketing in the fields of tourism and hospitality.

Organisational StaffingManagers and human resource professionals are required to make decisions about staffing practices. These decisions are frequently made in isolation of knowledge of both the full range of options and the technical, strategic, legal, industrial, cultural and ethical contexts of these choices. Developing knowledge and capacity to analyse and evaluate staffing systems will enable a manager to contribute to the improvement of individual, team and organisational performance.

Professional Meetings and Event Co-ordinationManagers need to be able to conduct professional meetings and organise professional events. Hence, managers need the tools and strategies to effectively procure, organise, implement, and monitor the products, vendors, and services needed to bring an event to life. This subject focuses on the process of event co-ordination and the main factors impacting on meetings and events.

Project ManagementProject management skills are essential in most areas of business. Managers are likely to be involved in leading projects both large and small. Projects that had potential for success often fail through lack of project management skills. This subject provides an understanding of project management principles in order to enhance a manager’s effectiveness when involved in projects.

Purchasing and Supply Chain ManagementThis subject forms part of the logistics and supply chain specialisation in the BBA degree. The purpose of this subject is to provide students with important basic concepts and skills in purchasing and supply chain management, which are vital business activities for every organisation throughout the world. The subject complements other units in the course including Operations Management Fundamentals, Intermediate Operations Management, Distribution and Marketing Logistics, and E-commerce.

Quantitative MethodsManagers are exposed to many forms and sources of raw data in their professional roles. In order to make a wide range of business decisions, managers must have both the means and knowledge to extract information from this data. This subject introduces the student to common statistical practices and data analysis techniques used to transform data into forms appropriate for conveying information, solving business-related problems, and supporting business decisions.

Selling and Sales ManagementMany business people are involved, directly or indirectly, in selling products and services. Hence, knowledge of the theory and processes of sales management can enhance managerial performance. This subject introduces students to the principles and tools for effective selling and sales management.

Small Business ManagementThe vast majority of businesses are small or medium-sized and many business graduates set up or work in small (entrepreneurial) enterprises. Hence, it is important to cover small business management issues clearly in the course.

Sustainable Tourism & Hospitality ManagementWith increasing diversification and competition, managing sustainability has become an important strategic goal for the tourism industry worldwide. It is important for tourism managers to understand the concepts, principles, and implications of sustainable tourism and hospitality management.

Project (Planning)Many managers are required to do research in the workplace. In order to be effective, managers need to understand the process of research and be able to present research appropriately. This subject introduces students to the concepts of business research, including relevant methods, and guides the process of research planning.

ProjectManagers are required to do research in the workplace. In this subject students plan, research and write a project with practical relevance. The project should improve understanding of a significant managerial, business or organisational issue and provide appropriate recommendations for action.

PROJECT

View Complete Subject Guide Here

HOW TO FIT THE BBA INTO YOUR LIFE

WITH AIB’S UNIQUE MONTHLY LEARNING MODEL, WE ALLOW YOU TO ACCELERATE YOUR LEARNING BY FOCUSING ON ONE SUBJECT EVERY MONTH* BEFORE MOVING ONTO THE NEXT.

We understand that with work, family, and social commitments it can be difficult to juggle the 3 – 4 subjects traditional universities require over each semester.

*Except Project (Planning) and Project

AIB’s Monthly Learning Model is the preferred solution for busy, working adults who also want to study full-time. The amount of independent study you will complete each week will depend on your individual circumstances.

Where would you find the time to study? Read on to hear real examples of how our graduates fit the BBA into their life and a few of their study tips.

GRADUATE STUDY TIPS:

Organise your study schedule – keep on track by blocking out times each week to study at times that work best for you.

Create a ‘study zone’ – find a quiet, well-lit area in your home, office, or local library where you can study regularly.

Use your study resources – AIB puts an online library, study materials and student forum at your fingertips, making it easy to get the support you need.

Write down your goals – What are you hoping to achieve within the BBA and beyond? Focusing on your goals will keep you on track and motivate you throughout your journey.

Experienced academics – our highly qualified team of academics provide academic guidance to support the diverse needs of our students. (This could include tips on how to properly construct an assignment or general study advice.)

Online library – with EBSCOhost, you’ll gain access to thousands of high quality journal articles to support you with your assignments.

Online discussion forums – engage in discussion forums and seek advice, share experiences and network globally with students and staff.

Student relations – our supportive Student Relations team is here to help with your general enquiries and provide study support.

Don’t take on more than you can handle – carefully consider what is possible within your current schedule, and plan your timetable in stages to keep up with a changing schedule.

Tell your employer about your study plan and deadlines – discuss your plans with your manager and ask about flexible working arrangements such as study leave or flexible hours.

Get organised – list your assignment deadlines and exam dates along with your major work commitments, then prioritise your workload each week.

Schedule guilt-free family and social time – put aside time for family and friends and ensure your schedule still allows for sufficient leisure time to de-stress.

At the start of my BBA journey, I did not know what to expect. But I quickly got accustomed to the structure, and suddenly I was on a roll. In the end, I actually found myself waiting for the next month’s topic before the current one had ended.

SARAH MOHAMMED AIB BBA Graduate (2014)

When you do the research and read the case studies, it makes your study come alive. You are learning about the concepts that real people are practicing in their work each day, and which you will now be able to apply at work too.

KAREN LEACOCK-RICHARDS AIB BBA Graduate (2014)

My advice would be to set a meaningful and workable schedule and stick to it. Let your employers know that you are studying a BBA and that you are applying what you are learning. Let them know your schedule in advance so they can give you the appropriate time off.

GISELLE LAWRENCE AIB BBA Graduate (2013)

HOW TO STUDY BY DISTANCE LEARNING?

WHERE TO GET SUPPORT

HOW TO BALANCE WORK AND STUDY

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AS AN AIB STUDENT, YOU WILL BE PROVIDED WITH ACADEMIC, ADMINISTRATIVE, AND STUDENT SERVICES SECOND TO NONE.

STUDENT RELATIONS> General queries

> Study support

ONLINE LIBRARY> Journals, readings, papers

> Complimentary resources

ACADEMICS> Academic support

> Academic guidance

STUDENT SUPPORT

COURSE ADVISORS> Course info and support

> Enrolment assistance

ORIENTATION> Study resources

> Practical hints, tips and activities for assignments and exam preparation

LEARNING PORTAL> Study materials

> Student forum

You will be supported in starting your studies with our Orientation module, which will guide you through all the elements you need in order to study successfully. The Orientation module includes support for finding your way around the learning portal, practical hints, tips and activities to help you with completing your assignments and exams, as well as techniques to help you to study effectively. Throughout the module you’ll connect with your fellow students and be introduced to various academic protocols so that you are well prepared for the start of your first subject.

Upon enrolment, you’ll gain access to our learning portal, which provides easy access to all the learning material and documents you’ll need throughout your studies. The learning portal is also where you’ll find an online library to assist with your research, help and support from the student community and our team of Academics and support staff.

ACADEMICS

AIB STUDENTS ARE SUPPORTED BY HIGHLY QUALIFIED ACADEMICS AND MARKERS WHO PROVIDE ADVICE TO BBA STUDENTS BOTH WITHIN AUSTRALIA AND INTERNATIONALLY.

It gives us great pride to see every day how AIB’s courses

enrich our students’ lives. The sense of fulfilment we gain as academics by supporting our

students through their learning journey is what drew us to academia in the first place.

Professor Angèle Cavaye Academic Director, AIB

Students are at the centre of everything we do. The AIB academic team strives to develop and adopt academically rigorous, practice-centric curricula, innovative learning resources and assessments that cater for the diverse needs of our students.

Our highly qualified academic team hold significant qualifications and experience in their field of expertise. AIB’s academics are regularly published in leading academic journals and particularly in conferences both interstate and internationally. They are driven by passion and purpose to positively change the lives of AIB’s student body.

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AIB alumni events are held across Australia and in several

international locations and feature industry leading speakers

including entrepreneurs and business executives. These events

allow current and past students to connect with fellow graduates

and students, faculty, staff and guests from industry.

To complement these events, AIB has an incredibly active and

vibrant social community on LinkedIn which allows for alumni

to keep in touch, business relationships to be formed, and job

opportunities to be presented.

AS SOON AS YOU JOIN AN AIB PROGRAMME, YOU ARE ADMITTED INTO THE AIB COMMUNITY – ONE OF AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST AND MOST ACTIVE

GROUPS CENTRED AROUND THE THEME OF LEARNING AND CONNECTING.

You’ve got to believe in yourself, be your biggest cheerleader. No one else out there knows what you are

capable of, how deep you’ll dig, how many extra miles you’ll go, or how long you’ll burn the midnight oil to

get it done. You’ve got to let everyone else know that, particularly if you

want them to believe in what you’re doing and get them on board.

Michelle Bridges Australian Health and Fitness Professional,

Author, TV Personality on ‘The Biggest Loser’ (Speaker at AIB’s 2016 Sydney Alumni Event)

EVENTS

One of the key lessons I’ve learnt throughout my cricketing career is that there’s no substitute for

hard work. The harder you work, the luckier you get. There are no

shortcuts or quick routes, so work as hard as you can.

Glenn McGrath Former Australian Cricketer,

Co-Founder of the McGrath Foundation (Speaker at AIB’s 2015 Graduation Ceremony)

“(Passion) is something you can’t fake. You either love what you do or you

don’t. If you do, you don’t have to work another day in your life. When you are

driven by passion, it doesn’t occur as work.”

Naomi Simson Founding Director of RedBalloon

and ‘Shark’ on Network TEN’s Shark Tank Australia

(Speaker at AIB’s 2015 Sydney Alumni Event)

“I learned very early on, if you want to achieve exceptional results, in person

or business, you have to be prepared to take risks. Give things a go. Unless you

try, you will never know. Always be aware of failure but never ever fear it.”

John Anderson Founder of Contiki Holidays

(Speaker at AIB’s 2015 Adelaide Alumni Event)

“The number one reason our business fails or succeeds is because of the people we surround ourselves with. Our business has goals and plans to

succeed, and we need people who will work through every single challenge and

just do it.”

Janine Allis Founder of Boost Juice and Retail Zoo,

and ‘Shark’ on Network TEN’s Shark Tank Australia

(Speaker at AIB’s 2014 Graduation Ceremony)

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ALL GRADUATES ARE INVITED TO THE CELEBRATE THEIR ACHIEVEMENT AT AN AIB GRADUATION CEREMONY.

The Australian Graduation Ceremony tends to be in November each year where Graduates are formally conferred their degree in the presence of their family, fellow graduates, faculty, industry guests, and Members of Parliament.

The ceremony is attended by faculty, academic and advisory board members, and high profile guests, many of whom have presented inspiring and thoughtful graduation keynote speeches.

In recent years, these proficient keynote speakers have included Janine Allis, Founder of Boost Juice, and Glenn McGrath, Former Australian International Cricketer, and Co-Founder of the McGrath Foundation.

Their speeches are aimed at motivating and inspiring our graduates with their successful business stories.

As graduates of “The Practical Business School,” graduates recognise the value their qualification has to the industry, due to its emphasis on practical application of each skill to the workplace, and know that this memorable achievement will be valued for a lifetime.

I brought my wife and three children to watch me graduate

because I really wanted to show my children that it doesn’t matter what age you are, if you

put your mind to something, you can do it.

Jonathan Nolan Airline Executive, Qantas

(AIB MBA Graduate 2011)

GRADUATION

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THE BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IS AN IN-DEMAND BUSINESS DEGREE THAT AWARDS STUDENTS THE SKILLS TO SUCCEED IN TODAY’S DYNAMIC GLOBAL BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT.

AIB students and alumni gain access to an expanding network of like-minded professionals from more than 80 countries worldwide.

COURSE FEES

AIB’s BBA programme is amongst the most affordable in Australia.

Your specific course fees will depend on a number of factors including: your location, whether you are undertaking the course in stages, whether you are entitled to exemptions, and when you are planning on commencing studies.

Your Course Advisor will be able to provide you with the current fee schedule and determine your specific course fees payable.

FEE-HELP

The Australian Institute of Business (AIB) is an accredited Higher Education Provider and is approved to offer FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme which assists eligible students to pay part or all of your tuition fees.

There is a loan fee of 25% for FEE-HELP loans for undergraduate courses of study only. The loan fee does not count towards your FEE-HELP limit. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to AIB on the students’ behalf.

Your eligibility for FEE-HELP is not affected by your income and assets. Interest is not applied to FEE-HELP debts, however an index amount is applied each year and this indexation amount is in line with the Consumer Price Index (CPI).

For further information regarding FEE-HELP, please visit www.studyassist.gov.au.

UP-FRONT PAYMENT OPTION

If you are not FEE-HELP eligible and you are not studying in Australia, you may enjoy considerable savings by paying for your course fees up-front. Paying up-front also protects you from future course fee increases.

Students can only pay upfront per stage of study, and cannot pay for the full course upfront. The three stages of the Bachelor of Business Administration programme are the Diploma stage, the Associate Degree stage, and the Bachelor stage, and must be completed in order.

FUNDING SOURCES

In addition to FEE-HELP, funding sources vary from student to student. The vast majority utilise personal funds for their

studies, while others prefer to spread their payments into manageable amounts over a period of time with a low-rate credit card, personal loan, or incorporating this in a home loan.

PAYMENT MODES

Payments can be made by (Visa/MasterCard) credit card online through our payment gateway which attracts a small credit card surcharge. Other accepted modes of payment are: cheque, direct debit, and bank transfer.

TAX BENEFIT

If you are accepted into the course, you may be able to obtain a tax deduction of your course fees as a self education expense. Please visit www.ato.gov.au for more information or consult your accountant.

Contact one of our Course Advisors by calling 08 8212 8111 or via email at courseadvisor@aib.edu.au to find out about payment options available to you. Other fees are listed in the application form.

COURSE FEES

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WITH AIB’S FLEXIBLE ENTRY CRITERIA, YOUR QUALIFICATIONS COULD GRANT YOU ENTRY INTO OUR 2 YEAR BBA PROGRAMME.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

YEAR 12 QUALIFICATION

Successful completion of Year 12

(with a minimum ATAR score of 55)

or equivalent.

CERTIFICATE IV

An Australian Certificate IV or

above (Diploma, Advanced

Diploma or Associate Degree)

or equivalent.

3 YEARS WORK EXPERIENCE

Minimum three years of full-time

relevant work experience (deemed

acceptable by AIB). See Stage-By-

Stage entry below, for more information.

For entry into the BBA, you must have ONE of the following:

OR OR

STAGE-BY-STAGE ENTRY

If you have a minimum of 3 years full-

time relevant work experience deemed

acceptable by AIB, you may apply for

entry. If accepted, you would be enrolled

in the Diploma of Management, which is

the first stage of the Bachelor of Business

Administration course. On successful

completion of the Diploma, you can then

proceed onto the rest of the BBA course

with advanced standing.

ADVANCED STANDING

If you have begun a Bachelor of Business

Administration (or have completed a

Diploma, Associate Degree or Advanced

Diploma) at another institution/university

and would like to transfer to the AIB

BBA, you may be eligible to apply for

exemptions and a course fee reduction

on a subject-for-subject basis.

Simply contact an AIB Course Advisor,

who will take you through the application

process.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

Where the applicant’s medium of

instruction (at a tertiary level) was not

English, the applicant must have obtained

one of the following: a score of 6 or better

on the IELTS; a score of 550 or better on

the TOEFL; a credit or better in English in

the GCE “O” or “A” levels or equivalent; a

score 50 or better on the PTE Academic;

a credit (52) or better on the CAE; a

credit (45) or better on the CPE; or any

other evidence of English proficiency

acceptable to AIB.

Senator The Honourable Simon Birmingham, Minister for Education and Training, confers awards at a recent AIB Graduation Cermony.

08 8212 8111 08 8212 0032 2yearbba@aib.edu.au www.aib.edu.au/2-year-bba/

Australian Institute of Business

Entry criteria, fees, assessment methods and services are correct at time of printing (April 2016). Australian Institute of Business reserves the right to alter the details without prior notice.