Bachelor of International Business

Australian National University (ANU)

3 years full-time

In a nutshell

The Bachelor of International Business prepares ambitious students for global leadership roles by combining core business studies with specialized language and cultural training in Asia, Europe, the Middle East, or Latin America. Ideal for those seeking to work internationally in business, trade, and management.

What you'll need to get in

Domestic applicants require an ATAR of 80 or International Baccalaureate score of 30. Assumed knowledge includes HSC Mathematics Advanced or equivalent. International applicants are assessed on equivalent qualifications. English language proficiency is required. Applicants with higher education, VET qualifications, or work and life experience may be assessed on alternative criteria. Adjustment factors are available for eligible students facing difficult circumstances.

Subject breakdown

The program requires 144 units across three years, including: Core business courses (International Business, International Strategic Management, Business Reporting and Analysis); Economics foundations (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics); Quantitative Research Methods; Regional specialization courses in Asian Business, European Business, Middle Eastern Business, or Latin American Business; Language studies (minimum 36 units in a single language from Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, or Persian); Transdisciplinary problem-solving courses; and elective courses from humanities, social sciences, and other disciplines. Students may also complete work-integrated learning through internships, industry projects, and global business immersion programs.

Why this provider?

ANU ranks among the world's finest universities with nearly 100,000 alumni in political, business, government, and academic leadership positions globally. The program is delivered by the College of Business and Economics, offering world-class language training and deep regional expertise. ANU provides access to work-integrated learning opportunities, diverse elective options across the university, and a global network of partnerships supporting international study and exchange.

Where will this course take you?

Graduates pursue successful careers as international trade specialists, global sourcing specialists, research analysts, marketing representatives, importers/exporters, and international business consultants. The program prepares students for roles in multinational corporations, government trade agencies, international development organizations, and consulting firms. Regional language expertise and cultural knowledge enhance career prospects in Asia-Pacific, European, Middle Eastern, and Latin American markets. Work-integrated learning opportunities provide pathways to professional roles in international business.