Economics Business 2011

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i Overview of the degree 19

Important dates
Degree structure and progression 19
University semester and vacation dates for 2011 i
Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce and 20
Last dates for withdrawal or discontinuation for i Bachelor of Laws
2011
Course rules and resolutions 21
Welcome from the Dean 1 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws 21
1. Resolutions of the Senate for the Faculty of 3 Course resolutions 21
Economics and Business 6. Undergraduate combined Commerce 23
Resolutions of the Senate 3 degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor
of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
2. Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and 5
Business 6. Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of 23
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and 5 Overview of the degree 23
Business for coursework awards
Part 1: Course enrolment 5
Part 2: Unit of study enrolment 5 Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Part 3: Studying and Assessment 5 Course rules and resolutions 25
Part 4: Progression, Results and Graduation 5 Bachelor of Commerce /Bachelor of Medicine and 25
Part 5: Other 6 Bachelor of Surgery
Faculty of Economics and Business information 6 Course resolutions 25
resources for students
7. Undergraduate combined Commerce 27
3. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of 7 degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor
Commerce of Science
1. Bachelor of Commerce 7 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science 27
2. Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) 7 Overview of the degree 27
Overview of the degree 7 Degree structure and progression 27
Degree structure and progression 7 Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce and 29
Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors 8 Bachelor of Science
and electives Course rules and resolutions 29
Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce 13 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science 29
Course rules and resolutions 13 Course resolutions 29
Bachelor of Commerce 13
8. Undergraduate combined Commerce 33
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) 13
degrees: Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor
Course resolutions 13 of Commerce
4. Undergraduate combined Commerce 15 Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of 33
degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor Commerce
of Arts Overview of the degree 33
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts 15 Degree structure and progression 33
Overview of the degree 15 Course rules and resolutions 34
Degree structure and progression 15 Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of 34
Commerce
Bachelor of Arts Course resolutions 34
Course rules and resolutions 17 9. Undergraduate combined Commerce 37
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts 17 degrees: Bachelor of Information Technology
Course resolutions 17 and Bachelor of Commerce
19 Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor 37

5. Undergraduate combined Commerce of Commerce
degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor
Overview of the degree 37
of Laws
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws 19
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Units of study for the Bachelor of Information 38 Bachelor of Economics/ Bachelor of Medicine and 65
Technology and Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Surgery
Course rules and resolutions 38 Course resolutions 65
Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor 38 67
of Commerce 14. Tables of undergraduate units of study:
Faculty of Economics and Business
Course resolutions 38
41 15. Tables of undergraduate units of study: 83
10. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of
Faculty of Arts units of study
Commerce (Liberal Studies)
1. Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) 41 16. Tables of undergraduate units of study: 123
2. Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) 41 Faculty of Science
(Honours)
17. Tables of undergraduate units of study: 165
Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural
Degree structure and progression 41 Resources
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) subject 43
areas for majors and electives 18. Tables of undergraduate units of study: 167
Units of study the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal 49 Sydney Law School and Sydney Medical School
Studies)
Course rules and resolutions 49 19. Undergraduate unit of study descriptions 169
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) 49 20. Postgraduate coursework programs: 193
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) (Honours) 49 Commerce
Course resolutions 49 1. Master of Commerce 193
11. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of 51 2. Graduate Diploma in Commerce 193
Economics 3. Graduate Certificate in Commerce 193
1. Bachelor of Economics 51 Overview of the courses 193
2. Bachelor of Economics (Honours) 51 Course structures and progressions 193
Overview of the degree 51 Commerce areas of specialisation 195
Degree structure and progression 51 Units of study for Commerce coursework programs 198
Bachelor of Economics subject areas for majors 53 Course rules and resolutions 225
and electives Master of Commerce 225
Units of study for the Bachelor of Economics 57 Graduate Diploma in Commerce 225
Course rules and resolutions 57 Graduate Certificate in Commerce 225
Bachelor of Economics 57 Course resolutions 225
Bachelor of Economics (Honours) 57
21. Postgraduate coursework programs: 227
Course resolutions 58 Economics
12. Undergraduate combined Economics 59 1. Master of Economics 227
degrees: Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor 2. Graduate Diploma in Economics 227
of Laws Overview of the courses 227
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws 59 Course structures and progressions 227
Overview of the degree 59 Specialisations for the Master of Economics 228
Degree structure and progression 59 Units of study for Economics coursework programs 229
Units of study for the Bachelor of Economics and 61 Course rules and resolutions 237
Bachelor of Laws
Master of Economics 237
Graduate Diploma in Economics 237
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws 61
13. Undergraduate combined Economics 63
Executive Master of Business Administration
degrees: Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor
of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Executive Master of Business Administration 239
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine 63 Overview of the degree 239
and Bachelor of Surgery Degree structure and progression 239
Overview of the degree 63 Units of study for the Executive Master of Business 240
Degree structure and progression 63 Administration
Units of study for the Bachelor of Economics and 65 Course rules and resolutions 241
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in Executive Master of Business Administration 241
2010 Course resolutions 241
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1. Master of International Security 287

23. Postgraduate coursework programs: Human 243
Resource Management and Industrial Relations 2. Graduate Diploma in International Security 287
1. Master of Human Resource Management and 243 3. Graduate Certificate in International Security 287
Industrial Relations Overview of the courses 287
2. Graduate Diploma in Human Resource 243 Course structures and progressions 287
Management and Industrial Relations Units of study for the International Security 289
3. Graduate Certificate in Human Resource 243 coursework programs
Management and Industrial Relations Course rules and resolutions 294
Overview of the courses 243 Master of International Security 294
Course structures and progressions 243 Graduate Diploma in International Security 294
Units of study for Human Resource Management 244 Graduate Certificate in International Security 294
and Industrial Relations coursework programs
Master of Human Resource Management and 248 28. Postgraduate coursework programs: 297
Industrial Relations Logistics Management
Graduate Diploma in Human Resource 248 1. Master of Logistics Management 297
Management and Industrial Relations
2. Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management 297
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource 248
Management and Industrial Relations 3. Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management 297
Course resolutions 248 Overview of the courses 297
Course structures and progressions 297
Units of study for the Logistics Management 298
Innovation and Enterprise coursework programs
Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise 251 Course rules and resolutions 304
Overview of the course 251 Master of Logistics Management 304
Course structure and progression 251 Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management 304
Units of study for the Graduate Certificate of 252 Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management 304
Innovation and Enterprise
Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise 254 29. Postgraduate coursework programs: 307
Course resolutions 254 Management
1. Master of Management 307
International Business
1. Master of International Business 255
2. Master of Management (CEMS) 307
2. Graduate Diploma in International Business 255
3. Graduate Certificate in International Business 255
Overview of the courses 255
Units of study for the Master of Management and 309
Course structures and progressions 255 Master of Management (CEMS)
Units of study for International Business 257 Course resolutions and rules 313
coursework programs
Master of Management 313
Master of Management (CEMS) 313
Master of International Business 267
Graduate Diploma in International Business 267
Graduate Certificate in International Business 267 30. Postgraduate coursework programs: 315
Course resolutions 267 Marketing
1. Master of Marketing 315
26. Postgraduate coursework programs: Master 269
2. Graduate Diploma in Marketing 315
of International Business and Law
3. Graduate Certificiate in Marketing 315
Master of International Business and Law 269
Course structures and progressions 315
Units of study for Marketing coursework programs 317
Units of study for the Master of International 270
Business and Law Course resolutions and rules 319
Course rules and resolutions 284 Master of Marketing 319
Master of International Business and Law 284 Graduate Diploma in Marketing 319
Course resolutions 284 Graduate Certificate in Marketing 319
International Security
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321 Graduate Certificate in Transport Management 347

31. Postgraduate coursework programs:
Organisational Coaching Course resolutions 347
1. Master of Organisational Coaching 321 35. Postgraduate combined coursework 349
2. Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching 321 master's programs: Commerce and Logistics
Overview of the courses 321 Management
Course structures and progressions 321 Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics 349
Management
Units of study for Organisational Coaching 322
coursework programs Overview of the degree 349
Course rules and resolutions 327 Degree structure and progression 349
Master of Organisational Coaching 327 Units of study for the Master of Commerce and 350
Master of Logistics Management
Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching 327
Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics 350
32. Postgraduate coursework programs: 329 Management
Professional Accounting Course resolutions 350
Master of Professional Accounting 329 36. Postgraduate combined coursework 353
Overview of the degree 329 master's programs: International Business and
Degree structure and progression 329 Commerce
Units of study for Professional Accounting 330 Master of International Business and Master of 353
coursework programs Commerce
Course rules and resolutions 333 Overview of the degree 353
Master of Professional Accounting 333 Degree structure and progression 353
Course resolutions 333 Units of study for Master of International Business 354
and Master of Logistics Management
33. Postgraduate coursework programs: Public 335
Administration
Master of International Business and Master of 354
1. Master of Public Administration 335 Commerce
2. Graduate Diploma in Public Administration 335 Course resolutions 354
3. Graduate Certificate in Public Administration 335
37. Postgraduate combined coursework 357
master's programs: International Business and
Course structures and progressions 335 Logistics Management
Units of study for the Graduate School of 336 Master of International Business and Master of 357
Government Public Administration coursework Logistics Management
programs
Master of Public Administration 339
Units of study for the Master of International 358
Graduate Diploma in Public Administration 339 Business and Master of Logistics Management
Graduate Certificate in Public Administration 339 Course resolutions and rules 358
Course resolutions 339 Master of International Business and Master of 358
4. Executive Master of Public Administration 340 Logistics Management
Overview of the degree 340 Course resolutions 358
Degree structure and progression 340 361
38. Postgraduate combined coursework
Units of study for the Executive Master of Public 340 master's programs: Logistics Management and
Administration
Transport Management
Master of Logistics Management and Master of 361
34. Postgraduate coursework programs: 341 Transport Management
Transport Management Overview of the degree 361
1. Master of Transport Management 341 Degree structure and progression 361
2. Graduate Diploma in Transport Management 341 Units of study for the Master of Logistics 362
Management and Master of Transport
3. Graduate Certificate in Transport Management 341 Management
Overview of the courses 341 Course rules and resolutions 368
Course structures and progressions 341 Master of Logistics Management and Master of 368
Units of study for Transport Management 342 Transport Management
coursework programs Course resolutions 368
Course resolutions and rules 347
39. Postgraduate research programs 369
Master of Transport Management 347
Graduate Diploma in Transport Management 347
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Doctor of Philosophy in Economics and Business 369

(PhD)
Master of Philosophy in Economics and Business 370
(MPhil)
Areas of study 370
Units of study for Research programs 374
Master of Philosophy in Economics and Business 374
Index by alpha code 377
Index by name 399
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Welcome from the Dean
On behalf of all my In addition, a number of faculty programs are accredited by national

colleagues, I take great professional bodies. Our accounting programs are jointly accredited
pleasure in welcoming by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in
you to the prestigious, Australia, whereas our business information systems majors are
vibrant and international accredited by the Australian Computer Society. In addition, several
community that is the of our undergraduate and postgraduate programs offering specialised
Faculty of Economics study in human resource management and industrial relations are
and Business at the accredited by Australia's leading professional human resource body,
University of Sydney. the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).
Our mission is to build These accreditations put us in elite company with other similarly
and sustain the leading accredited institutions worldwide and they reflect our ongoing
learning community in commitment to quality and continuous improvement in education and
business, economics and research.
public sector
management in Australia The faculty houses elite researchers and teachers in a broad range
and the Asia-Pacific of disciplines who collectively provide an exciting and extensive range
region. of study options, and who give impetus to all our innovative activities
in multi-disciplinary learning and teaching, curriculum and program
Both domestically and internationally, the faculty is recognised as one design, and research and consulting.
of the leading faculties of its kind in Australia and the region.
The students who enjoy the benefits of this comprehensive learning
The Faculty of Economics and Business at the University of Sydney environment are themselves performers of the highest calibre and
is committed to continuous quality improvement and achieving and contribute greatly to the educational culture of the faculty.
maintaining international accreditations and engagements. It is
currently the only business school in Australia accredited by AACSB The faculty is ideally placed to pursue its vision to become a globally
international – The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of engaged and recognised school; one that successfully marries a
Business, for both business and accounting programs. comprehensive set of quality teaching programs in business,
economics and management education with world class research and
The faculty also has EQUIS accreditation conferred by the European innovation. It is around this singular combination of research
Foundation of Management Development (EFMD). EQUIS intensiveness and comprehensive education that the faculty will
accreditation indicates that a business school is judged to be of continue to build.
international standing.
Whatever your career aspirations, our degree programs are designed
In 2008, the faculty was admitted as the only Australian business to help you succeed. I very much hope you will enjoy your time with
school to CEMS, the Global Alliance in Management Education. us and make the most of the abundant opportunities that are yours
as a scholar in the Faculty of Economics and Business at the University
CEMS represents a strategic alliance of leading business schools and of Sydney.
multinational companies that together, offer postgraduate students a
unique blend of high-quality education and professional experience.
Membership of CEMS allows us to grow the next generation of Professor Peter Wolnizer
business leaders through our new Master of Management degree and Dean
the CEMS Master in International Management, which The Financial
Times ranked number one in the world in 2009.

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1. Resolutions of the Senate for the Faculty of Economics and Business
1. Resolutions of the Senate for the Faculty of Economics

and Business
The Senate Resolutions for the Faculty of Economics and Business must be read in conjunction with the appropriate Resolutions for the Faculty
of Economics and Business and the individual Course resolutions and rules.
Resolutions of the Senate

1 Degrees, diplomas and certificates of the Faculty of Economics and Business
(1) With the exception of the Doctor of Philosophy, the Senate, by authority of the University of Sydney Act 1989 (as amended), provides
and confers the following degrees, diplomas and certificates, according to the rules specified by the Faculty of Economics and Business.
The Doctor of Philosophy is provided and conferred according to the rules specified by the Senate and the Academic Board.
(2) This list is amended with effect from 1 January, 2011. Degrees, diplomas and certificates no longer open for admission will be conferred
by the Senate according to the rules previously specified by the Faculty.
2 Degrees
Code Course title Abbreviation Credit Points
FB000 Doctor of Philosophy PhD Research
FC021 Master of Philosophy MPhil Research
TC030 Executive Master of Public Administration EMPA 60
FC065 Executive Master of Business Administration EMBA 72
FC066 Master of Commerce MCom 72
FC050 Master of Economics MEc 72
FC057 Master of Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations MHRM&IR 60
FC038 Master of International Business MIntBus 72
FC048 Master of International Business and Law MIntBus&Law 48
FC059 Master of International Security MIntSec 60
FC037 Master of Logistics Management MLogMan 60
FC063 Master of Management MMgt 60
FC064 Master of Management (CEMS) MMgt(CEMS) 72
FC062 Master of Marketing MMktg 60
FC052 Master of Organisational Coaching MOrgCoaching 48
FC055 Master of Professional Accounting MPAcc 72
TC031 Master of Public Administration MPAdmin 48
FC020 Master of Transport Management MTM 60
FH037 Bachelor of Commerce* BCom 144
FH019 Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies)* BCom(Liberal Studies) 192
FH029 Bachelor of Economics* BEc 144
*may be awarded with honours following a further year of study.
3 Combined degrees
Code Course title Abbreviation Credit points
FH033 Bachelor of Commerce* and Bachelor of Arts* BCom/BA 240
FH028 Bachelor of Commerce* and Bachelor of Laws^ BCom/LLB 240
FH034 Bachelor of Commerce* and Bachelor of Science* BCom/BSc 240
FH030 Bachelor of Economics* and Bachelor of Laws^ BEc/LLB 240
HH014 Bachelor of Engineering^ and Bachelor of Commerce* BE/BCom 240
HH042 Bachelor of Information Technology^ and Bachelor of Commerce* BIT/BCom 240
FC040 Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics Management MCom/MLogMan 96
FC042 Master of International Business and Master of Commerce MIntBus/MCom 96
FC044 Master of International Business and Master of Logistics Management MIntBus/MLogMan 96
FC041 Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport Management MLogMan/MTM 72
*may be awarded with honours following a further year of study.

1. Resolutions of the Senate for the Faculty of Economics and Business
^may be awarded with honours in an integrated program.
4 Double degrees
FH036 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery BCom/MBBS 336
FH035 Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery BEc/MBBS 336
5 Graduate diplomas
FF014 Graduate Diploma in Commerce GradDipCom 48
FF048 Graduate Diploma in Economics GradDipEc 48
FF052 Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations GradDipHRM&IR 36
FF038 Graduate Diploma in International Business GradDipIntBus 48
FF051 Graduate Diploma in International Security GradDipIntSec 36
FF037 Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management GradDipLogMan 36
FF053 Graduate Diploma in Marketing GradDipMktg 36
FF049 Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching GradDipOrgCoach 36
ing
TF000 Graduate Diploma in Public Administration GDPAdmin 36
FF020 Graduate Diploma in Transport Management GradDipTM 36
6 Graduate certificates
FG017 Graduate Certificate in Business Administration (exit point only) GradCertBA 24
FG003 Graduate Certificate in Commerce GradCertCom 24
FG015 Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations GradCertHRM&IR 24
FG012 Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise GradCertInn&Ent 24
FG010 Graduate Certificate in International Business GradCertIntBus 24
FG014 Graduate Certificate in International Security GradCertIntSec 24
FG009 Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management GradCertLogMan 24
FG016 Graduate Certificate in Management (exit point only) GradCertMgt 24
FG018 Graduate Certificate in Marketing GradCertMktg 24
TG000 Graduate Certificate in Public Administration GCPAdmin 24
FG006 Graduate Certificate in Transport Management GradCertTM 24
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2. Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and Business
Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics Part 2: Unit of study enrolment

and Business for coursework awards
These resolutions apply to all undergraduate and postgraduate
5 Cross-institutional study
coursework award courses in the Faculty, unless specifically indicated
otherwise. Students enrolled in postgraduate research awards should (1) Provided permission has been obtained in advance, the
consult the resolutions for their course. These resolutions must be Faculty may permit a student to complete a unit of study at
read in conjunction with applicable University By-laws, Rules and another institution and have that unit credited to the student's
policies including (but not limited to) the University of Sydney course requirements, provided that:
(Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework Rule'), the resolutions for (a) the resolutions of the student's course of enrolment
the course of enrolment, the University of Sydney (Student Appeals do not specifically exclude cross-institutional study;
against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as amended) and the and
Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism. (b) the unit of study content is not taught in any
corresponding unit of study at the University; or
Part 1: Course enrolment (c) the student is unable, for good reason, to attend a
corresponding unit of study at the University.
(2) Cross-institutional study is another form of credit and this
1 Enrolment restrictions will be taken into consideration when considering eligibility.
Except as with the permission of the Faculty a student may not Part 3: Studying and Assessment
enrol in units of study with a total value of more than 24 credit
points in either semester one or two, twelve credit points in the 6 Special consideration for illness, injury or
summer session and six credit points in the winter session.
misadventure
2 Time limits
Special consideration is a process that affords equal opportunity
to students who have experienced circumstances that adversely
(1) The Coursework Rule limits the time students may take to
impact their ability to adequately complete an assessment task
complete their course; part time students should ensure their
in a unit of study. The Coursework Rule provides full details of
enrolment pattern allows completion within the maximum
the University policy. The procedures for applying for special
time.
consideration are described in each unit of study outline.
(2) Periods of suspension, exclusion or lapsed candidature will
be included within maximum completion times.
7 Re-assessment
3 Suspension, discontinuation and lapse of
candidature The Faculty does not offer opportunities for re-assessment other
than on the grounds of approved special consideration,
reasonable adjustments or special arrangements for examination
The Coursework Rule specifies the conditions for suspending or and assessment in accordance with the relevant sections of the
discontinuing candidature, and return to candidature after these Coursework Rule.
events. The Rule also defines the circumstances when
candidature is deemed to have lapsed. Students should pay 8 Concessional pass
careful attention to the significant dates in these processes and
their effect on results and financial liability.
The grade of PCON (Concessional Pass) is not awarded or
4 Credit for previous study recognised by the Faculty and is treated as a failure for the
purpose of progression and credit point accumulation.
(1) The award of credit for previous study to undergraduate Part 4: Progression, Results and Graduation
courses in the Faculty of Economics and Business will be
consistent with the Coursework Rule, except that, no credit
will be permitted from awards already conferred, unless 9 Satisfactory progress
(a) there is an existing articulation agreement relating to
the conferred award; or The Faculty will monitor students for satisfactory progress towards
(b) the student is a candidate for the combined Bachelor the completion of their award course. Students will be regarded
of Commerce/ Bachelor of Science in which case up as not meeting academic progression requirements if they have
to 48 credit points may be granted towards the failed to complete 50% of the units of study in which they have
requirements for the Bachelor of Science. enrolled in a semester (including Summer and Winter School),
(2) The award of credit for previous study, to postgraduate have failed a compulsory unit of study, have failed a unit of study
coursework courses in the Faculty of Economics and more than once or will not be able to complete degree
Business, will be consistent with the Coursework Rule, except requirements within the time limit.
that
(a) full credit transfer is permitted between embedded 10 Award of the bachelor's degree with honours
courses;
(b) a maximum of 24 credit points may be credited to (1) To qualify for admission to the honours degree a student
Master's degrees requiring more than 60 credit points; must:
(c) no credit will be awarded to any course requiring 60 (a) have completed the requirements for the pass degree
credit points or less. or be a graduate of no more than three years standing;
(3) A student may be granted waivers in place of credit. In this and
case the student will be required to complete alternative units
of study prescribed by the Faculty.

(b) have a WAM of at least 65 across all senior units Faculty of Economics and Business information
attempted; and resources for students
(c) have confirmation of the student's eligibility for
admission to the honours year from the relevant Students should refer to the following pages on the Faculty of
Discipline(s)/ Department Economics and Business website for further details regarding the
(d) meet any other requirements set by the Discipline(s) faculty’s administrative policies and procedures as outlined in these
or Faculty, unless otherwise approved by the Faculty. resolutions.
(2) An applicant who is qualified to enrol in two honours courses
may either complete a joint honours course, equivalent to Administration Manual for Students
an honours course in a single subject area, in the two subject This online manual contains information on all student administration
areas. A joint honours course shall comprise such parts of
policies and procedures for students enrolled in the Faculty of
the two honours courses as may be agreed by the Disciplines
and the Faculty. Economics and Business: sydney.edu.au/business/studentmanual.
(3) To qualify for the award of honours a student must complete
48 credit points of honours units of study as specified in the Faculty of Economics and Business website
Faculty Table of undergraduate units of study. The faculty website (Sydney.edu.au/business) provides details of the
(4) The honours mark is determined by the Faculty, based on faculty structure, staff, courses,administrative policies and procedures
the candidate's performance in the honours course in both and other services provided to students by the faculty.
coursework and thesis.
(5) Honours is awarded in the following classes: The student content is divided into two sections:
Description Mark Range
Future Students (sydney.edu.au/business/futurestudents) – for
Honours Class I Mark >= 80
potential students to access information relating to admission and
Honours Class II (Division 1) 75 <= Mark < 80 enrolment information, courses and majors, scholarships, and other
Honours Class II (Division 2) 70 <= Mark < 75 student services.
Honours Class III 65 <= Mark < 70
Current Students (sydney.edu.au/business/currentstudents) – for
Pass (Honours not awarded) Mark < 65 students enrolled with the faculty to access application forms, important
dates, changes to degree and majors, timetables and other student
services.
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Other contact and information pages on the Faculty of
A student with an honours mark of 90 or above may be awarded Economics and Business website
a university medal. The medal is awarded at the discretion of the • Student Information Office – Faculty of Economics and Business:
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(1) These resolutions apply to students who commenced their
candidature after 1 January, 2011 and students who
commenced their candidature prior to 1 January, 2011 who
elect to proceed under these resolutions.
(2) Students who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 may
complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions
in force at the time of their commencement, provided that
requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016, unless
otherwise specified under the specific course resolutions.
The Faculty may specify a later date for completion or specify
alternative requirements for completion of candidatures that
extend beyond this time.
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3. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce
The Bachelor of Commerce degrees offered by the Faculty of • a maximum of 60 credit points in junior (1000 level) units of study
Economics and Business are as follows: • a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty
of Economics and Business (a maximum of 48 credit points in
units from any other faculty).
1. Bachelor of Commerce
Requirements for the degree with honours
2. Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), meritorious
For details of the combined Bachelor of Commerce degrees, please students complete an additional honours year of study after the
refer to the individual combined Commerce degree sections. completion of the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce.
Honours study is offered in most of the subject areas available to
Overview of the degree students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce. For details of the
requirements for the entry into and completion of the Honours Year
Course CRICOS Degree Degee title in this program, please refer to sydney.edu.au/business/honours.
code code abbreviation
FH037 012849G BCom Bachelor of Commerce Core units of study
FH042 036741K BCom(Hons) Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Students are required to complete their junior core units of study as
follows:
The Bachelor of Commerce provides students with the specialist
technical skills required to take up opportunities in business and the • Full-time students: All junior core units must be completed within
the first year of enrolment.
professions, and prepares them to work in almost any business-related
• Part-time students: All junior core units must be completed within
field. Students can follow with this degree two basic career paths: the first two years of enrolment.
• Specialist: Students can work as a specialist in accounting,
The senior capstone core unit should be completed in a student's final
finance or other fields. They may be part of a large corporation
or government department, providing information and advice so year of enrolment. For further details please refer to the degree
that management can make decisions or they may be in a small progression example.
organisation or working for themselves. Depending on what the
student studies, the Bachelor of Commerce can provide a pathway Junior units of study (30 credit points)
to recognition by major professional bodies, including CPA • ECOF1003 Business Contexts A
Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, the • ECOF1004 Business Contexts B
Australian Computer Society, and the Australian Human • ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
Resources Institute. • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
• Generalist: This degree is designed to ensure that students who • ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
enrol in it develop an understanding of the full range of key
business-related subjects. It lays a good foundation for students Senior capstone unit of study (six credit points)
if they want a career in management, or if business skills would
be useful in their chosen career (as an engineer, scientist, etc). • ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications
With the knowledge gained in the Bachelor of Commerce students
will be able to make sound decisions based on a good Majors and electives
understanding of how business works. Compulsory major
Credit points required for completion and duration In the Bachelor of Commerce students select a least one major from
the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives' to
Degree title Credit Duration (minimum) fulfil the requirements of their degree. A major consists of a minimum
points of 36 credit points in senior units of study (usually six units) in a single
Bachelor of Commerce 144 3 years full-time subject area. Senior units may only be counted towards the
Bachelor of Commerce 192 4 years full-time requirements of one major. Commerce subject areas are as follows:
(Honours)
• Accounting
Note: Part-time study is also available for these degrees. • Business Information Systems
• Commercial Law
• Econometrics
Degree structure and progression • Economics
• Finance
Degree requirements
• Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management
To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce, students complete units • International Business
of study with a total value of 144 credit points, comprising: • Management
• Marketing
• six core units of study (36 credit points), comprising five junior • Operations Management and Decision Sciences.
units of study (30 credit points) and one senior unit of study (six
credit points) For full details of the requirements for these majors, please refer to
• a major selected from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives'
for majors and electives'
section.
• either an optional second major and/or elective units of study
selected from any of the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas Additional majors and electives
for majors and electives' or from any other faculty of the University
of Sydney (subject to approval of the faculty offering the unit and Students may select an additional major and/or elective units of study
degree requirements) from any subject area offered by the Faculty of Economics and

Business or they can choose a major and/or elective units from any Australian Computer Society (ACS) accreditation
other faculty of the University of Sydney (subject to approval of the Students planning to satisfy the professional accreditation
faculty offering the unit). requirements for the ACS should include in their degree a prescribed
set of units of study, including a major in Business Information Systems
Other faculty majors may differ in size, however in most cases; a (at least 42 credit points in senior units of study). The required units
minimum of 36 credit points in senior (or intermediate and senior) of study are listed below:
units of study must be completed in a single subject area. For this
degree, a maximum of 48 credit points in units of study (both junior • INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation
and senior) from outside the Faculty of Economics and Business may • INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement
be completed. Students should refer to the other faculty’s handbook • INFS2020 Business Process Modelling and Improvement
or website for further information regarding their major requirements. • INFS3040 Enterprise Systems and Integrated Business; and
• four additional senior 'INFS' coded elective units of study including
Professional accreditation requirements two more 'INFS' units at 3000-level. (See listings under the
'Business Information Systems' subject area for available units
Within the Bachelor of Commerce (and related combined programs),
of study).
students may choose to pursue a program of study that would allow
them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies. Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) accreditation
Professional accounting accreditation (CPA or ICAA) All undergraduate degrees incorporating a major in Industrial Relations
and Human Resource Management are AHRI-accredited. Students
Completion of an accredited degree is a recognised pathway to a
wishing to satisfy the requirements for professional membership of
career in professional accounting. The Bachelor of Commerce has
AHRI should complete an Industrial Relations and Human Resource
been accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered
Management major as part of their degree. The required units of study
Accountants in Australia.
for the major are listed under the 'Commerce subject areas'.
To meet minimum accreditation requirements of these organisations,
students must complete the following units of study:
Degree progression
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
• ACCT1001 Accounting 1A, OR ACCT1005 Accounting, Business student enrolled full-time in the Bachelor of Commerce undertaking
and Society * units of study totalling 24 credit points per semester.
• ACCT1002 Accounting 1B, OR ACCT1006 Accounting and
Financial Management * Note. In this example, core units of study are indicated in 'bold type'
• ACCT2011 Financial Accounting A and 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'.
• ACCT2012 Management Accounting A
• ACCT3011 Financial Accounting B Year Sem Units of study
• ACCT3012 Management Accounting B
• ACCT3014 Auditing and Assurance 1 1 ECOF1003 junior junior junior
Business (core) (core) (elective or
• CLAW1001 Foundations of Business Law Contexts A major)
• CLAW2201 Corporations Law
• CLAW3201 Australian Taxation System 2 ECOF1004 junior junior or senior junior or senior
Business (core) (elective or (elective or
• FINC2011 Corporate Finance I. Contexts B major) major)
2 1 senior senior senior senior
* Note. At the time of publication of this handbook, an application was (major) (2nd major or (elective) (elective)
in process to seek approval from the professional accrediting bodies elective)
to substitute ACCT1005 and ACCT1006 for ACCT1001 and 2 senior senior senior senior
ACCT1002 within the revised Bachelor of Commerce program (major) (2nd major or (2nd major or (elective)
elective) elective)
structure. Please check the Faculty website for the latest information
(sydney.edu.au/business/accounting/professional_accreditation). (major) (major) (2nd major or (2nd major or
elective) elective)
For CPA Australia accreditation, in addition to the units already listed,
2 senior senior senior ECOF3010
students complete the following four units of study (24 credit points): (major) (major) (2nd major or Integrated
elective) Business
• ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A Applications
• ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics and ECON1002
Introductory Macroeconomics The junior core units, ACCT1005, ECMT1010 and ECON1001, can
• INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement. be completed in either semester in a student's first year of study.
Note: From 2004, CPA Australia has allowed students the option of Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the
completing auditing and taxation units of study as part of their degree unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
at university or as postgraduate studies within their CPA program. Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
in different sequences to that which is listed (including enrolling in
Accreditation variations for combined Law degree students units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students
are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs
For students in the combined Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor
and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need
of Laws program, the following 'LAWS' units of study may be
any assistance in planning their progression in their degree.
substituted for the 'CLAW' units of study to meet CPA and ICAA
accreditation requirements: The Faculty of Economics and Business website illustrates units of
• For CLAW1001 Foundations of Business Law: LAWS1006 study progression sequences for specific majors in this degree. This
Foundations of Law AND LAWS1015 Contracts information can be accessed at
• For CLAW2201 Corporations Law: LAWS2003 Corporate Law sydney.edu.au/business/course/BCom/.
OR CLAW2014 Corporations Law
• For CLAW3201 Australian Taxation System: LAWS3047 Personal Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors
Taxation or LAWS3412 Australian Income Tax AND LAWS3013 and electives
Business Taxation or LAWS3409 Advanced Taxation Law.
Students select their majors and electives from the following subject
For offering details of these 'LAWS' units of study, contact the Sydney areas.
Law School (sydney.edu.au/law/).
In relation to these subject areas, please note the following:
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• All units of study listed under the following subject areas are worth The primary emphasis of the major is on the ways in which information
six credit points unless indicated otherwise and communications technologies, databases and enterprise
• Junior units of study (1000 level) may be used to meet the information systems can be strategically used for business process
prerequisite requirements for more than one major. Senior (or in improvement and business innovation. It encourages students to
some cases intermediate and senior) units of study (2000 and
develop the ability to contribute to the decision-making, design and
3000 level) can only be used to meet the requirements for one
major. implementation of business process change, and to manage business
• Information relating to prerequisites/corequisite requirements and improvement and information systems projects in organisations.
unit of study availability in 2011 can be found in the Tables of
undergraduate units of study, in this handbook. As the availability For the award of a major in Business Information Systems,
of units of study may change, students are advised to check the students complete:
faculty website (sydney.edu.au/business) regularly as it contains (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
the most up to date information on unit availability as well as
timetabling information for each unit of study that is currently • INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation.
offered. The units of study listed under the following subject areas
were approved for 2011 at the time of printing this handbook. As (ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
this information can change, students may include any units of • INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement
study that are approved and appear under these subject areas • INFS2020 Business Process Modelling and Improvement.
in subsequent years’ handbooks as part of their major/s or as
electives. (iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points)
selected from the following:
The following information relates to the majors available in the Faculty
of Economics and Business. Information about available majors from • INFS2010 Digital Information Design and Management
other faculties can be found in the relevant other faculty handbooks • INFS2030 e-Commerce Business Management
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or on the websites of these faculties. • INFS3030 Information Protection and Assurance
• INFS3040 Enterprise Systems and Integrated Business
Accounting • INFS3050 Business Intelligence for Managers
An accounting qualification provides capability and credibility across • INFS3060 Managing Digital Innovation Projects
a broad spectrum of careers. It opens the door to many other markets • INFS3080 Business Information Systems Project
and professions where the ability to understand and interpret financial
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
information is the key capability.
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
For the award of a major in Accounting, students complete:
Commercial Law
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
Business operates in an increasingly complex regulatory environment
• ACCT1006 Accounting and Financial Management * which impacts on all business activity. The Commercial Law major
provides the opportunity for specialist study of key areas of this
* ACCT1006 requires the completion of the core unit ACCT1005 as environment: each of the specialist units build on the foundation unit,
a prerequisite. Foundations of Business Law, and addresses an area of contemporary
business significance. The wide range of units offered in the
(ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
Commercial Law major enables students to specialise in
• ACCT2011 Financial Accounting A corporate/finance law, in taxation law or in business law.
• ACCT2012 Management Accounting A.
The Commercial Law major does not provide a qualification for
(iii) a minimum of 24 credit points in elective senior units of study admission to the professional practice of law as a solicitor or barrister.
selected from the following: It nevertheless meets the increasing demand for business
professionals with a mature understanding of the regulatory regime,
• ACCT3011 Financial Accounting B and its commercial impact, relevant to their area of specialisation. It
• ACCT3012 Management Accounting B is also an attractive specialisation for students looking to a professional
• ACCT3013 Financial Statement Analysis
career in the growing area of regulatory compliance.
• ACCT3014 Auditing and Assurance
• ACCT3031 International Corporate Governance For the award of a major in Commercial Law students
• ACCT3032 Current Issues in Management Accounting complete:
• ACCT3098 Accounting Honours Preparation A (3 credit points)
• ACCT3099 Accounting Honours Preparation B (3 credit points) (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
• CLAW2201 Corporations Law. • CLAW1001 Foundations of Business Law.
The units ACCT3098 and ACCT3099 are worth three credit points (ii) a minimum of six senior elective units of study (36 credit points)
each. If students wish to include these units as part of their major, selected from the following:
they would need to complete at least five elective units of study to
meet elective requirements. CLAW2201 requires the completion of • CLAW2201 Corporations Law
additional prerequisites outside the prerequisite units listed for this • CLAW2202 Business Failure and Restructuring
major. • CLAW2203 Regulation of Capital Markets
• CLAW2204 Banking and Finance Law
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details • CLAW2205 Competition and Consumer Law
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. • CLAW2206 Legal Issues in e-Commerce *
• CLAW2207 Business, Ethics and the Law
Business Information Systems • CLAW2208 Business Regulation, Risk and Compliance
This major aims to meet the increasing demand for professionals who • CLAW2209 Intellectual Property for Business
• CLAW2210 Chinese Tax
possess the business acumen to understand a company's business
• CLAW3201 Australian Taxation System
systems and information needs, and who also have a technological • CLAW3202 Tax Strategies for Business
awareness to ensure that the right information systems support is • CLAW3204 Capital Raising and Management
available. Businesses need these professionals to help them harness • CLAW3206 Regulation of Mergers and Acquisitions
the power of modern technology in business operations, improve their • CLAW3207 Legal Regulation of Employment.
capacity for management decision making and capitalise on the use
of network based information sharing. Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
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Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details Economics
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. Economics provides a valuable understanding of the overall context
of business and government, and the technical skills to analyse
Econometrics economic and social data and events. It equips students to work on
Econometrics applies mathematical and statistical techniques to the economic and social policy. It also provides key capabilities for
analysis of business and economic data. There has always been a students who wish to work in business fields such as financial markets,
strong demand for graduates with quantitative skills. The impact of marketing, transport and logistics, international trade and consulting
information technology means there are huge data sets now available, or the media.
such as data sets of financial market activity or of consumer markets
via supermarket scanning. Economics at Sydney is a significant and influential grouping within
the discipline in Australia. It is an important centre of policy analysis
This adds considerably to the high-level prospects for graduates with and review and one of the most important training grounds for
the quantitative skills to deal with the potential of the data, such as in economists within the region.
the analysis of energy demand, greenhouse gas emissions,
international trade flows or consumer behaviour. For the award of a major in Economics students complete:
(i) four junior prerequisite units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
For the award of a major in Econometrics students complete:
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows: • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
• ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B
• ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B * • ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
• ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics.
* ECMT1020 requires the completion of the core unit ECMT1010 as
a prerequisite. (ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), selected
from the following:
• ECOS2001 Intermediate Microeconomics; OR ECOS2901
• ECMT2110 Regression Modelling Intermediate Microeconomics Honours
• ECMT3110 Econometric Models and Methods. • ECOS2002 Intermediate Macroeconomics; OR ECOS2902
Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours.
(iii) one senior elective unit of study (six credit points) selected from
the following: (iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points)
selected from the following options, with at least three at 3000-level
• ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics (18 credit points):
• ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business
• ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets • ECOS2201 Economics of Competition and Strategy
• ECMT3170 Computational Econometrics # • ECOS2306 Managerial Firms: Evolutions and Attributes
• ECOS2903 Mathematical Economics A
(iv) a minimum of three senior elective units of study (18 credit points) • ECOS3002 Development Economics
selected from the following options. (Only two of these elective units • ECOS3003 Hierarchies, Incentives and Firm Structure
(12 credit points) may be selected from those marked with an “*”). • ECOS3004 History of Economic Thought
• ECOS3005 Industrial Organisation
• ECMT2120 Analysis of Discrete Choice Data • ECOS3006 International Trade
• ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics • ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics
• ECMT2620 Management Science* • ECOS3008 Labour Economics
• ECMT2630 Managerial Decision Making* • ECOS3010 Monetary Economics
• ECMT2640 Operations Management* • ECOS3011 Public Finance
• ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics • ECOS3012 Strategic Behaviour
• ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business • ECOS3015 Law and Economics
• ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets • ECOS3016 Experimental and Behavioural Economics
• ECMT3160 Statistical Modelling # • ECOS3017 Health Economics
• ECMT3170 Computational Econometrics # • ECOS3018 Economics of Growth
• ECMT3180 Business Risk Management • ECOS3019 Capital and Dynamics
• ECMT3610 Management Science Models and Methods* • ECOS3020 Special Topic in Economics
• ECMT3640 Project Planning and Management* • ECOS3021 Business Cycles and Asset Markets
• ECOS3022 The Economics of Financial Markets
Units of study marked with an "#" will not be offered for 2011. • ECOS3901 Advanced Microeconomics
• ECOS3902 Advanced Macroeconomics
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details • ECOS3903 Applied Economics.
The units ECOS3901, ECOS3902, ECOS3903 require the completion
of additional prerequisites/corequisites outside of those prerequisite
units of study listed for this major.

Finance
The Discipline of Finance works in partnership with the Australian
Stock Exchange, the Sydney Futures Exchange, the Australian
Financial Markets Association and several of the largest banking,
broking, accounting and funds management businesses in the region.
A sound knowledge of finance is important for graduates in a wide
range of commerce/economics disciplines.
The units offered are designed to integrate a variety of practical

applications with essential theory and financial reasoning skills.
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For the award of a major in Finance students complete: • WORK2226 Institutions at Work *
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points)*, as follows: • WORK2227 Regulation at Work
• WORK3921 Theories of Work and Organisations
• ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A • WORK3922 Researching Work and Organisations.
* It is strongly recommended that students who wish to complete a Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
Finance major also complete ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
and ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics in their first year of Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
enrolment (subject to degree constraints). of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
(ii) three compulsory senior units of study (18 credit points), as follows: International Business
The International Business major is designed to provide students with
• FINC2011 Corporate Finance I knowledge and skills relevant to the development, strategy and
• FINC2012 Corporate Finance II management of international business organisations and the
• FINC3017 Investments and Portfolio Management institutional context for their development, growth and operation.
(iii) a minimum of 18 credit points of senior elective units of study (a For the award of a major in International Business students
minimum of three units) selected from the following options: complete:
• FINC2192 Finance 2 Honours (3 credit points) (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), that must
• FINC3011 International Financial Management be: (a) be offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business; or (b)
• FINC3012 Derivative Securities be part of Bachelor of Economics and Social Sciences or the Bachelor
• FINC3013 Mergers and Acquisitions of International and Global Studies or the Bachelor of International
• FINC3014 Trading and Dealing in Security Markets Studies (for students enrolled in these degrees only). *
• FINC3015 Financial Valuation: Case Study Approach
• FINC3018 Bank Financial Management * Students who do not meet the requirements in (a) or (b) may
• FINC3019 Fixed Income Securities complete two alternative junior units approved by the Chair of
• FINC3020 Financial Risk Management Discipline of International Business.
• FINC3021 Mathematical Finance
• FINC3193 Finance 3 Honours (Corporate Finance) (3 credit (ii) four compulsory senior units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
points)
• FINC3194 Finance 3 Honours (Securities Markets)(3 credit • IBUS2101 International Business Strategy
points). • IBUS2102 Cross-Cultural Management
• IBUS3101 International Business Alliances
The units FINC2192, FINC3193 and FINC3194 are worth three (not • IBUS3102 International Risk Management.
six) credit points. Students who complete these units may need to
complete additional senior units of study to meet the 24-credit points (iii) a minimum of two senior elective units of study (12 credit points)
of senior elective units of study requirement for a Finance major. selected from the following options:
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details • ACCT3031 International Corporate Governance
• CISS2001 Business in the Global Environment
• ECOP3012 Global Political Economy
• ECOP3014 Political Economy of Development
Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management
• ECOS3006 International Trade
A major in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management • ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics
has two strands: the theory and practice of relations between • FINC3011 International Financial Management
employers, employees, unions and government; as well as the • GOVT2210 International Risk Analysis *
management of people within an organisation, including recruitment, • GOVT2221 Politics of International Economic Relations
selection, remuneration, appraisal, and training and development. • GOVT2225 International Security in the 21st Century
This professional major can include a work experience program with • IBUS3103 Global Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
placements in unions, employer organisations, companies and • IBUS3104 Ethical International Business Decisions
• IBUS3106 International Business Special Project
government.
• IBUS3107 Business Negotiations
For the award of a major in Industrial Relations and Human • MKTG3116 International Marketing
Resource Management students complete: • WORK2217 International Human Resource Management
• WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations
(i) one of the following junior units of study (six credit points): • Senior language units of study (2000 and 3000 level) from the
• ECOF1004 Business Contexts B; OR Faculty of Arts
• WORK1003 Foundations of Work and Employment.
Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
Students should note that almost all senior elective units of study
• WORK2203 Industrial Relations Policy require the completion of additional prerequisites outside of those
• WORK2205 Human Resource Processes units of study listed for this major.
(iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points) Note: Students who choose to include Political Economy (ECOP),
selected from the following: Government and International Relations (GOVT) or language units
from the Faculty of Arts must meet the prerequisite requirements for
• WORK2209 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour these units of study as set out in the Faculty of Arts Handbook
• WORK2210 Strategic Management (sydney.edu.au/handbooks). The number of units students can
• WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies complete from another faculty (non-Economics and Business) are
• WORK2215 IR and HRM Practice
restricted (refer to individual degree rules for details). For example,
• WORK2217 International Human Resource Management
• WORK2218 People and Organisations students in the combined Law programs cannot complete any units
• WORK2219 Management and Organisational Ethics from outside of the Faculty of Economics and Business as electives
• WORK2221 Organisational Communication for this major.
• WORK2224 Globalisation, Work and Employment * Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
• WORK2225 Work and Society of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
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Management • MKTG2113 Marketing Research

Management is the process of planning, organising, leading and • MKTG3118 Marketing Strategy and Planning.
controlling the efforts of organisational members and using resources
(iii) a minimum of three senior elective units of study (18 credit points)
inside and outside the organisation to achieve set objectives.
selected from the following options:
A Management major draws on subjects from a number of disciplines
• MKTG2010 Marketing Channels and Logistics *
in the faculty and develops a sound understanding of managing the • MKTG3110 Electronic Marketing *
internal processes of organisations and the relationship between • MKTG3112 Marketing Communications
organisations and their environments. • MKTG3114 New Products Marketing
• MKTG3116 International Marketing
For the award of a major in Management students complete: • MKTG3117 Services Marketing
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points) from the • MKTG3119 Public Relations Management
Faculty of Economics and Business. The junior unit selected may be • MKTG3120 Building and Managing Brands
a core unit or an optional junior unit which may be a prerequisite for • MKTG3121 Advertising: Creative Principles
an elective option under this major. • MKTG3211 Contemporary Issues in Marketing. *
(ii) three compulsory senior units of study (18 credit points), as follows: Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
• WORK2201 Foundations of Management Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
• WORK2210 Strategic Management of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
• WORK2218 People and Organisations
Operations Management and Decision Sciences
(iii) a minimum of three senior elective units of study (18 credit points) Operations Management and Decision Sciences introduces students
selected from the following options: to the management of operations; the processes that add value for a
customer. Operations have become increasingly important in the
• ECOS2306 Managerial Firms: Evolution and Attributes
• ECOS3003 Hierarchies, Incentives and Firm Structure business world and are a major area of employment.
• ECOS3005 Industrial Organisation
At the same time, this major equips students with a structured
• ECOS3008 Labour Economics
• ECOS3012 Strategic Behaviour approach to decision-making in business and managerial situations,
• WORK2205 Human Resources Processes where choice between alternatives is complex and can involve a
• WORK2209 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour difficult trade-off between multiple objectives.
• WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies
• WORK2217 International Human Resource Management The major focuses on significant decisions that can be addressed in
• WORK2219 Management and Organisational Ethics an objective fashion through quantitative modelling and analysis,
• WORK2221 Organisational Communication combined with an understanding of the problem at hand. Such skills
• WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations are repeatedly required in contemporary management.
• WORK2224 Globalisation, Work and Employment *
• WORK2225 Work and Society * A range of electives are offered in this major, enabling students to
• WORK2227 Regulation at Work select either topics in operations management or topics in decision
sciences.
For the award of a major in Operations Management and
Some of these elective units of study require the completion of Decision Sciences students complete:
additional prerequisites outside of those units of study listed for this (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
major.
• ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B.
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. * ECMT1020 requires the completion of the core unit ECMT1010 as
a prerequisite.
Marketing
Marketing creates value for customers, organisations and society by (ii) four compulsory senior units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
matching what organisations produce with what people want. It is a
• ECMT2620 Management Science
core management function within every type of organisation. Marketing • ECMT2630 Managerial Decision Making
skills are used to sell products and services, obtain support for • ECMT2640 Operations Management
charities, persuade people to improve their lives, which many health • ECMT3610 Management Science Models and Methods.
campaigns aim to achieve.
(iii) a minimum of two senior elective units of study (12 credit points)
Students are taught to understand customer needs through extensive selected from the following options:
research, apply this information to new ideas for products and services
and develop creative ways to communicate these offerings through • ECMT2110 Regression Modelling
advertising and other types of media. • ECMT2120 Analysis of Discrete Choice Data
• ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics
The curriculum is grounded in the real world and emphasises team • ECMT3110 Econometric Models and Methods
building, role-playing, and other interactive exercises. This approach • ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics
helps students develop confidence and skill in the areas of business • ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business
• ECMT3180 Business Risk Management
planning and problem solving, public presentations, and social
• ECMT3640 Project Planning and Management.
interaction.
For the award of a major in Marketing students complete:
Subject areas from other faculties
• MKTG1001 Marketing Principles
Students may choose to complete a major from another faculty of the
(ii) three compulsory senior units of study (18 credit points), as follows: University of Sydney (depending on credit point restrictions and
approval of the faculty offering the major). For example, a language
• MKTG2112 Consumer Behaviour
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major from the Faculty of Arts may be completed. Students can (d) a maximum of 48 credit points in units of study from
complete a maximum of 48 credit points from outside of the Faculty another faculty.
of Economics and Business within the Bachelor of Commerce.
5 Majors
Students should refer to the other faculties handbooks for details of
available major areas of study and unit of study requirements (1) Completion of a major is a requirement of the course. A major
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks). requires the successful completion of 36 senior credit points,
chosen from units of study listed in the table for that major.
Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce Units of study counted towards one major may not count
toward any other major completed.The majors available are:
For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled (a) Accounting
in the Bachelor of Commerce and details of the unit prerequisites, (b) Business Information Systems
corequisites and other requirements in 2011, please refer to the Tables (c) Commercial Law
of undergraduate units of study. (d) Econometrics
(e) Economics
For descriptions of the Faculty of Economics and Business units (f) Finance
offered for 2011, refer to Undergraduate unit of study descriptions. (g) Industrial Relations and Human Resource
Management
(h) International Business
(i) Management
Course rules and resolutions (j) Marketing
(k) Operations Management and Decision Sciences
Bachelor of Commerce
6 Progression rules
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
Full time students must enrol in all junior core units of study within
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable the first year of enrolment. Part time students must enrol in all
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) junior core units of study within the first two years of enrolment.
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney 7 Requirements for the Honours degree
(Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
and Plagiarism. (1) Honours is available to meritorious students who complete
an additional year of full time study, after the completion of
Course resolutions the pass degree. Part time study is permitted if approved by
the administering Discipline or Department.
(2) Admission, requirements and award of honours are according
1 Course codes to the Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
Code Course title 8 Award of the degree

FH037 Bachelor of Commerce
(1) The Bachelor of Commerce is awarded in the grades of either
FH042 Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) Pass or Honours. The honours degree is awarded in classes
according to the conditions specified in the Resolutions of
the Faculty of Economics and Business.
2 Attendance pattern (2) Candidates for the award of the Honours degree who do not
meet the requirements, and who have not already graduated,
The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time will be awarded the pass degree.
according to candidate choice.
3 Admission to candidature
Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school candidature after 1 January, 2011.
leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 may
(including national and international equivalents), tertiary study complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions
or an approved preparation program. English language in force at the time of their commencement, provided that
requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The Faculty
sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative
pathways are open for mature aged applicants who do not requirements for completion of candidatures that extend
possess a school leaving qualification, educationally beyond this time.
disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander people. Applicants are ranked by merit and offers for
available places are issued according to the ranking. Details of
admission policies are found in the Coursework Rule.
4 Requirements for award

(1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
out in the Table of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of
Economics and Business.
(2) To qualify for the award of the pass degree, a candidate must
successfully complete 144 credit points, including:
(a) 36 credit points of core units of study (30 junior credit
points and 6 senior credit points); and
(b) a major; and
(c) a maximum of 60 credit points in junior units of study;
and
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4. Undergraduate combined Commerce degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts
4. Undergraduate combined Commerce degrees: Bachelor

of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts is administered by honours in the Faculty of Arts, students should refer to the Faculty of
the Faculty of Economics and Business for the duration of the Arts handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
combined degree.
Commerce core units of study
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Junior units of study (30 credit points):
Arts • ECOF1003 Business Contexts A
• ECOF1004 Business Contexts B
Overview of the degree • ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
• ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation • ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
FH033 055964D BCom/BA
Senior capstone unit of study (six credit points):
The combined Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts program • ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications.
provides the opportunity for students to combine professional
commerce-related studies with studies in the humanities. Both degrees Majors and electives
are studied concurrently and will be awarded after five years of full-time Commerce majors and electives
study.
In the Bachelor of Commerce component, students select at least one
Credit points required for completion and duration major from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and
electives' to fulfil the requirements of their degree. A major consists
Credit points Duration (minimum) of a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study (usually six
units) in a single subject area. Senior units of study may only be
240 5 years full-time
counted towards one major. Elective units can also be selected from
these areas. The Commerce subject areas are as follows:
Degree structure and progression
• Accounting
Degree requirements • Business Information Systems
To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts, • Commercial Law
students must successfully complete units of study with a total value • Econometrics
of 240 credit points (with no more than 96 credit points in junior units • Economics
of study), comprising: • Finance
From the Faculty of Economics and Business (Bachelor of • International Business
Commerce component): • Management
• Marketing
• six commerce core units of study (36 credit points) • Operations Management and Decision Sciences.
• a major selected from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas
for majors and electives' For full details of the requirements for these majors, please refer to
• a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty ‘Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives’ section
of Economics and Business (with a minimum of 48 credit points under the Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce entry in
in senior units).
this handbook.
From the Faculty of Arts (Bachelor of Arts component): Arts majors and electives
• a major selected from the options listed under the 'Bachelor of For the Bachelor of Arts degree component, students select at least
Arts subject areas' (where a major is available) one major from the Arts subject areas (‘Table A’ subject areas in the
• a minimum of 72 credit points in senior units of study from Faculty of Arts Handbook). In the Faculty of Arts, a major usually
selected from the options listed under the 'Bachelor of Arts subject consists of a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study (six
areas'.
units). Students are normally required to complete at least 12 credit
Requirements for the degrees with honours points in junior units of study (two units) as prerequisites in order to
Both the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts can be awarded progress to senior units of study (in some majors specific junior units).
with honours. Joint honours degrees are also available. Senior units may only be counted towards one major. Students cannot
complete a major in all the Arts subject areas.
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, meritorious
students complete the Bachelor of Commerce and an additional students are required to complete at least 72 credit points in senior
honours year of study in their major area of study. For details of the Arts units of study comprising the units for their selected major and
requirements for entry into and for the completion of the Honours Year additional senior units (either a second major and/or as electives).
in this program in the Faculty of Economics and Business, please The available Arts subject areas, including those areas in which majors
refer to the faculty website: http://sydney.edu.au/business/honours. cannot be completed (or those that may not be available in the future),
are as follows:
For the award of the Bachelor of Arts with Honours, meritorious
• American Studies
students must complete successfully the Bachelor of Arts with an
• Ancient History
additional honours year of study in their major area of study (where • Anthropology
honours study is available). For further details of requirements for • Arab and Islamic Studies
• Archaeology

• Art History Degree progression

• Asian Studies The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
• Australian Literature student enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts
• Australian Studies
on a full-time basis undertaking units of study with a total value of 24
• Biblical Studies
• Celtic Studies credit points per semester and completing two majors ('A' and 'B').
• Chinese Studies Students can, depending on the major selected, complete a maximum
• Cultural Studies four majors.
• Digital Cultures
• English Note: In this example, core units of study for the Bachelor of
• European Studies Commerce (BCom) are in 'bold italic' type, the compulsory Commerce
• Film Studies components of the program are in 'italic' and the required Bachelor
• French Studies of Arts (BA) units are in 'bold'. 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'.
• Gender Studies
• Germanic Studies Year Sem Units of study
• Government and International Relations
• Greek (Ancient) 1 1 ECOF1003 BComjunior BCom junior BAjunior
Business (core) core or BA (major B)
• Hebrew (Classical) Contexts A junior elective
• Hebrew (Modern) or elective
• Heritage Studies 2 ECOF1004 BComjunior BCom junior BA junior
• History Business (core) core or BA (major B)
• Indigenous Australian Studies Contexts B junior elective
• Indonesian Studies or elective
• International and Comparative Literary Studies 2 1 BCom senior BCom junior or BA junior or BA senior
• Italian Studies (major A) senior (major A senior (major B)
or elective) (elective)
• Japanese Studies
• Jewish Civilisation, Thought and Culture 2 BCom senior BCom junior or BA junior or BA senior
(major A) senior (major senior (major B)
• Korean Studies or elective) (elective)
• Latin
3 1 BComsenior BComsenior BA senior BA senior
• Linguistics (major A) (major or (elective) (major B)
• Medieval Studies elective)
• Modern Greek 2 BComsenior senior BA senior BA senior
• Music (major A) (elective) (elective) (major B)
• Pali (no major is available) 4 1 BComsenior senior BA senior BA senior
• Peace and Conflict Studies (no major is available) (major A) (elective) (elective) (major B)
• Performance Studies 2 BComsenior senior BA senior BA senior
• Philosophy (major A) (elective) (elective) (major B)
• Political Economy 5 1 BComsenior senior senior senior
• Sanskrit (major or (elective) (elective) (BA elective or
• Social Policy elective) elective)
• Sociology 2 ECOF3010 senior senior senior
• Spanish and Latin American Studies Integrated (elective) (elective) (BA elective or
• Studies in Religion Business elective)
Applications
• Yiddish (no guarantee of continuing availability).
For details of the structural requirements and availability of the The ‘BCom junior (core)’ units, ACCT1005, ECMT1010 and
particular Bachelor of Arts majors, students should refer to the to the ECON1001, can be completed in either semester in a student's first
Faculty of Arts handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/). year of study.
Electives and additional majors Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the
Students may choose an additional major and/or electives from any unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
subject area offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business or the Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
Faculty of Arts. Alternatively, subject to degree requirements, students in different sequences to that which are listed (including enrolling in
may select electives from any other faculty of the University of Sydney units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students
(subject to approval of the faculty offering the unit and degree are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs
requirements). Other faculty majors may differ in size, however in and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need
most cases; a minimum of 36 credit points in senior (or intermediate any assistance in planning their progression in their degree.
and senior) units of study must be completed in that subject area. The Faculty of Economics and Business website illustrates units of
Students should refer to the other faculty’s handbook or website for study progression sequences for specific majors in this combined
further information regarding their major requirements. Students can degree. This information can be accessed at
only complete a maximum of 60 credit points in units of study from sydney.edu.au/business/course/FH033/.
outside of the Faculties of Economics and Business or Arts.
For details of majors and electives from other faculties, students should
Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce and
consult the handbook for the relevant faculty Bachelor of Arts
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks). For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled
in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts in 2011, please
Professional accreditation requirements refer to the Tables of undergraduate units of study, for details of the
Within the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree, unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. For
students may choose to pursue a program of study that would allow descriptions of the Faculty of Economics and Business units, refer to
them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies. Undergraduate units of study descriptions. For Faculty of Arts unit
descriptions, please refer to the Faculty of Arts handbook
See the Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce entry of this (http://sydney.edu.au/handbooks/) or the Online unit of study handbook
handbook for details of available professional accreditation (https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp).
requirements.

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Course rules and resolutions

6 Majors
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of
(1) Completion of a major in each degree is a requirement of
Arts the course. Units of study counted towards one major may
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable not count toward any other major completed.
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) (2) The list of majors available for the Bachelor of Commerce
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework and the requirements for the completion of a major, are
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney specified in the course resolutions for the Bachelor of
(Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as Commerce.
amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty (3) The list of majors available for the Bachelor of Arts and the
and Plagiarism. requirements for the completion of a major, are specified in
the resolutions of the Faculty of Arts.
Course resolutions
7 Progression rules
1 Course codes
Full time students must enrol in all junior core units of study for
the Bachelor of Commerce within the first two years of enrolment.
Code Course title
Part time students must enrol in all junior core units of study for
FH033 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts the Bachelor of Commerce within the first four years of enrolment.
8 Requirements for the Honours degree

2 Attendance pattern
(1) Honours is available to meritorious students who complete
The attendance pattern for this course is full time only. an additional year of full time study, after the completion of
the combined pass degree. Part time study is permitted if
3 Cross faculty management approved by the administering Discipline.
(2) Admission and award requirements for honours in the
Bachelor of Commerce are listed in the resolutions of the
(1) The Faculty of Economics and Business is the primary faculty Faculty of Economics and Business. Admission and award
for management of the combined award course. requirements for honours in the Bachelor of Arts are listed
(2) The Deans of the Faculty of Economics and Business and in the resolutions of the Faculty of Arts.
the Faculty of Arts shall jointly exercise authority in any matter
concerned with the combined course not otherwise dealt
with in these resolutions.
9 Award of the degrees
4 Admission to candidature (1) Candidates will be awarded a separate testamur for each
degree completed.
(2) The Bachelor of Commerce and the Bachelor of Arts are
Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school awarded as either Pass or Honours. The honours degree is
leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate awarded in classes according to the rules specified in the
(including national and international equivalents), tertiary study Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and Business and
or an approved preparation program. English language the Faculty of Arts.
requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by (3) Candidates for the award of the Honours degree who do not
sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission meet the requirements, and who have not already graduated,
pathways are open for mature aged applicants who do not will be awarded the pass degree.
possess a school leaving qualification, educationally
10 Course transfer
admission policies are found in the Coursework Rule. A candidate may abandon the combined program and elect to
complete either the Bachelor of Commerce or the Bachelor of
5 Requirements for award Arts in accordance with the resolutions governing that degree.
Completion of the abandoned degree in the future will require a
new application for admission to that course and completion in
(1) The units of study that may be taken for the courses are set accordance with the resolutions governing that degree.
Economics and Business and Table A from the Faculty of
Arts.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Commerce and
Bachelor of Arts, a candidate must successfully complete (1) These resolutions apply to students who commenced their
240 credit points, comprising: candidature after 1 January, 2011.
(a) a minimum of 96 credit points from the Economics (2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 will
and Business table of units, comprising: complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions
(i) 36 credit points of Bachelor of Commerce core in force at the time of their commencement, provided that
units of study; and requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The Faculty
(ii) a major from the list of majors available for the may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative
Bachelor of Commerce; and requirements for completion of candidatures that extend
(iii) a minimum of 48 senior credit points; beyond this time.
(b) a minimum of 72 credit points of Arts senior units of These resolutions should be read in conjunction with the Resolutions
study from Table A, including a major from Arts of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
subject areas listed in Table A;
(c) and ensuring the completion of no more than 96 credit
points in junior units of study.
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5. Undergraduate combined Commerce degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws

of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws
The Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws is administered by Requirements for the degree with honours
the Faculty of Economics and Business for the first three years and Both the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws can be awarded
by the University of Sydney Law School for the remaining two years. with honours.
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, meritorious
students complete the Bachelor of Commerce and an additional
Laws honours year of study in their major area of study. For details of the
requirements for entry into and for the completion of the Honours Year
Overview of the degree in this program in the Faculty of Economics and Business, please
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation refer to the faculty website: http://sydney.edu.au/business/honours.
FH028 017835F BCom/LLB For the award of honours in the Bachelor of Laws, students must
complete a supervised dissertation as part of their 48 credit points of
The Combined Law degree program allows students to study the elective units of study in their fifth year of study. An additional honours
Bachelor of Laws in conjunction with another degree. It works by year is not required. For further details, students should refer to the
spreading out the first year of the Bachelor of Laws degree over three Sydney Law School Handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
years of a Bachelor of Commerce degree. Here, in place of elective
units of study, students substitute compulsory law units of study. Commerce core units of study
Credit points required for completion and duration Junior units of study (30 credit points):
• ECOF1003 Business Contexts A
Credit points Duration (minimum) • ECOF1004 Business Contexts B
240 5 years full-time • ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
• ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
Degree requirements
To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws, • ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications.
students complete units of study with a total value of 240 credit points
Commerce majors and electives
(96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty of Economics and
Business and 144 credit points in units of study from the Sydney Law In the Bachelor of Commerce component, students select a least one
School), comprising: major from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and
electives' to fulfil the requirements of their degree. A major consists
From the Faculty of Economics and Business (Bachelor of of a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study (usually six
Commerce component): units) in a single subject area. Senior units of study may only be
• six commerce core units of study (36 credit points) counted towards one major. Students also select their elective units
• a major selected from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas of study from the Commerce subject areas. The available areas are
for majors and electives' options as follows:
• a maximum of 48 junior credit points in junior units of study from
the Faculty of Economics and Business. • Accounting
• Business Information Systems
From the Sydney Law School (Bachelor of Laws component): • Commercial Law
• Econometrics
• 10 core law units of study (48 credit points) to be completed in • Economics
the first three years of the combined program in a specific annual • Finance
sequence. • Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management
• eight additional core and eight elective law units of study (96 • International Business
credit points in total) to be completed over the remaining two • Management
years of the degree at the Sydney Law School. • Marketing
• Operations Management and Decision Sciences.
Please Note: Students cannot complete any units of study from outside
of the Faculties of Economics and Business or Law for this combined For full details of the requirements for these majors, please refer to
degree. ‘Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives' section
under the Bachelor of Commerce entry in this handbook.
Law units of study (core and elective)

For the Bachelor of Laws component, students complete their law
units of study in the yearly sequence indicated in the following tables.
All law units in the first four years of the degree are compulsory. In
their fifth year, students choose elective law units to complete their
degree. Students should note that the law units of study cannot be
counted as a major in the Bachelor of Commerce component of this
combined degree.

Core Law units of study (first three years of study) Year Sem Units of study
Students complete their units of study for the Bachelor of Laws
1 1 ECOF1003 BCom BCom LAWS1006
component of their combined degree in the yearly sequence set out Business junior junior Foundations of Law
in the following table. (Note: In this table, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for Contexts A (core) (core) or
junior
'Semester'). (major or
elective)
Year Sem Unit of study Credit 2 ECOF1004 BCom BCom LAWS1012 LAWS1013
points Business junior junior Torts Legal
Contexts B (core) (core) or Research I
1 1 LAWS1006 Foundations of Law 6 junior
(major or
2 LAWS1013 Legal Research I 0
elective)
2 LAWS1012 Torts 6
2 1 BCom BCom LAWS1015 LAWS1014
2 1 LAWS1014 Civil and Criminal Procedure 6 senior junior or Contracts Civil and Criminal
(major) senior Procedure
1 LAWS1015 Contracts 6 (major or
2 LAWS1016 Criminal Law 6 elective)
3 1 LAWS1017 Torts and Contracts II 6 2 BCom BCom BCom LAWS1016
senior senior senior Criminal Law
2 LAWS1018 International Law 6 (major) (major) (elective)
2 LAWS1019 Legal Research II 0 3 1 BCom BCom BCom LAWS1018
2 LAWS1021 Public Law 6 senior senior senior International Law
(major) (major) (elective)
2 ECOF3001 BCom LAW1017 LAWS1021 LAWS1019
Core and elective Law units of study (fourth and fifth years of Integrated senior Torts and Public Law Legal
study) Business (major) Contracts II Research II
Students usually complete the Bachelor of Commerce component of Applications
the combined degree at the end of their third year of full-time study,
The ‘ BCom junior (core)’ units, ACCT1005, ECMT1010 and
however the Bachelor of Laws component continues for another two
ECON1001, can be completed in either semester in a student's first
years. From their fourth year of full-time study, students complete core
year of study.
and elective units of study from the Sydney Law School as set out in
the following table to meet the requirements for their Law degree. Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the
(Note: In this table, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'). unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
Year Sem Units of study Credit
points in different sequences to that which is listed (including enrolling in
units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students
4 1 LAWS2010 Administrative Law 6 are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs
1 LAWS2011 Federal Constitution Law 6 and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need
1 LAWS2012 Introduction to Property and 6 any assistance in planning their progression in their degree.
Commercial Law
1 LAWS2013 The Legal Profession 6 The Faculty of Economics and Business website illustrates units of
2 LAWS2014 Corporations Law 6 study progression sequences for specific majors in this combined
degree. This information can be accessed at
2 LAWS2015 Equity 6
sydney.edu.au/business/courses/FH028/.
2 LAWS2016 Evidence 6
2 LAWS2017 Real Property 6 Degree progression for the Bachelor of Laws
5 1 and 2 Students select elective units of study 48 in By the end of the third year in the combined degree program, full-time
from Part 1 and Part 2 tables as set out total students should have completed the requirements for their Bachelor
in the Sydney Law School Handbook.
of Commerce degree and will be eligible to graduate with this degree.
For full details of the available core and elective Law units of study These students are then transferred to the single Bachelor of Laws
for years four and five, students must refer to the Sydney Law School’s degree and complete the remaining requirements for this degree under
handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/). the supervision of the Sydney Law School. An additional two years
of study is required at the Law School ('Year 4' and 'Year 5' as
Professional accreditation requirements indicated under 'Bachelor of Laws units of study (compulsory and
Within the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree, elective)' in the preceding information), where the remaining units of
students may choose to pursue a program of study that would allow study for the Bachelor of Laws are completed. For details on the final
them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies. years of this program, please refer to the Sydney Law School
handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
See the 'Bachelor of Commerce' entry in this chapter for details of
available professional accreditation requirements. Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce and
Bachelor of Laws
Degree Progression
For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled
in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws in 2011, please
student enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws
refer to the Tables of undergraduate units of study, for details of the
on a full-time basis undertaking units of study with a total of (24 credit
unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. For
points) per semester for the first three years of the degree.
descriptions of the Faculty of Economics and Business units and
Note: In this table, core units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce Sydney Law School units (first three years), refer to Undergraduate
(BCom) are indicated in 'bold type' and compulsory Law units of study units of study descriptions. For Sydney law School unit descriptions
are in 'italics'. 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'. for the entire degree, please refer to the Sydney Law School handbook
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks/) or the Online unit of study handbook
(ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp).
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Course rules and resolutions (d) a maximum 48 credit points in junior Economics and
Business units of study.
(4) Requirements for the Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of
To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Laws candidates
Laws must complete 144 credit points taken from the Faculty of
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable Law Undergraduate Table, comprising:
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) (a) 102 credit points of compulsory units of study; and
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework (b) 42 credit points of elective units of study, of which a
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney maximum of 36 credit points are taken from Part 1
(Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as and a minimum of 6 credit points are taken from Part
amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty 2.
and Plagiarism.
6 Majors
Course resolutions
Completion of a major is a requirement of the Bachelor of
1 Course codes Commerce degree. A major requires the completion of 36 senior
credit points. The list of majors available in the Bachelor of
Commerce is specified in the course resolutions for the Bachelor
Code Course title of Commerce. Units of study counted towards one major may not
FH028 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws count toward any other major completed.
7 Progression rules
(1) Candidates in a Combined Law program must successfully
The attendance pattern for this course is full time only. complete LAWS1006 Foundations of Law before enrolling
in any other Bachelor of Laws units of study.
(2) Candidates are required to complete the Bachelor of Laws
3 Cross-faculty management units of study in the order listed in the Faculty of Law
Undergraduate Table.
(1) Candidates in this combined degree program will be under (3) Except with the permission of the Dean of the Faculty of Law,
the general supervision of the Faculty of Economics and candidates must complete the requirements for the Bachelor
Business until the end of the semester in which they complete of Commerce before proceeding to Year Four of the Bachelor
the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce. They will of Laws.
then be under the supervision of the Faculty of Law. (4) Students must enrol in all compulsory junior Commerce credit
(2) The Deans of the Faculty of Economics and Business and points within the first year of enrolment.
the Faculty of Law shall jointly exercise authority in any
matter concerned with the combined course not otherwise 8 Requirements for the Honours degree
dealt with in these resolutions.
(1) Both the Bachelor of Commerce and the Bachelor of Laws
4 Admission to candidature may be awarded with honours.
(2) Honours in the Bachelor of Commerce is available to
Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school meritorious students who complete an additional year of full
leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate time study after the completion of the pass degree.
(including national and international equivalents), tertiary study (3) Honours in the Bachelor of Laws is available to meritorious
or an approved preparation program. English language students who complete an alternative set of units of study in
requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by the final year of the program.
sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission (4) Candidates who qualify to undertake Honours in the Bachelor
pathways are open for educationally disadvantaged applicants of Commerce may elect to enrol in the honours program:
and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants (a) by suspending candidature from the Bachelor of Laws
are ranked by merit and offers for available places are issued degree for one year, with the permission of the Faculty
according to the ranking. Details of admission policies are found of Law; or
in the Coursework Rule. (b) by undertaking the honours course after completion
of both degrees in the combined program.
5 Requirements for the degrees in the combined (5) Admission and award requirements for honours in either
course Commerce or Laws are listed in the resolutions of the Faculty
of Economics and Business and the Bachelor of Laws
(1) The units of study that may be taken for the degrees in the respectively.
combined program are set out in the Table of undergraduate
units of study of the Faculty of Economics and Business and 9 Award of the degrees
the Faculty of Law Undergraduate Table.
(2) To qualify for the award of the pass degrees, a candidate (1) Both the Bachelor of Commerce and the Bachelor of Laws
must successfully complete 240 credit points, comprising: are awarded in the grades of either Pass or Honours.
(a) 96 credit points of Economics and Business units of (2) Honours in the Bachelor of Commerce is awarded in classes
study for the Bachelor of Commerce; and ranging from First Class to Third Class in accordance with
(b) 144 credit points of Law units of study, of which 48 the resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
credit points are Combined Law compulsory units of (3) Honours in the Bachelor of Laws is awarded in First Class
study for Years 1, 2 and 3 and are credited towards or Second Class in accordance with the Resolutions of the
the requirements for both the Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Laws.
and the Bachelor of Laws degrees.
(3) Requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce 10 Course transfer
To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Commerce,
candidates must complete 144 credit points, including: Candidates may withdraw from the combined degree program
(a) 48 credit points of the Combined Law compulsory and elect to transfer to the Bachelor of Commerce degree, by
units of study for Years 1, 2 and 3; written application to the Faculty of Economics and Business,
(b) 36 credit points of core units of study (30 junior and and complete the requirements in accordance with the Resolutions
six senior credit points); governing that degree at the time of transfer. Candidature in the
(c) a major in a Commerce subject area; and Bachelor of Laws will cease in these circumstances.
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(1) These resolutions apply to persons who commenced their
candidature on or after 1 January, 2011.
(2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 will
requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016.The relevant
Faculty may specify a later date for completion or specify
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6. Undergraduate combined Commerce degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of
Surgery
6. Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of • a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty
of Economics and Business (a maximum of 48 credit points from
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery another faculty including compulsory junior science requirements).
The Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor
of Surgery are administered by the Faculty of Economics and Business
Degree requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce with
Honours
for the first three years and the University of Sydney Medical School
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, meritorious
for the remaining four years.
students complete the Bachelor of Commerce with an additional
Overview of the degree honours year in their major area of study. Those who qualify to
undertake honours in the Bachelor of Commerce degree may elect
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation to do so either by suspending their enrolment in the Bachelor of
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree for one year, with the
FH036 071831F BCom/MBBS
permission of the Sydney Medical School; or after completion of the
This seven-year (full-time) program provides students with the combined course.
opportunity to study in areas that are of particular relevance to the For details of the requirements for entry into and for the completion
management and conduct of business in addition to studying Medicine. of the Honours Year in this program, please refer to Honours
Students may choose from a range of subject fields for their major in information on the Faculty of Economics and Business website
Commerce and are required to complete six units of study in (sydney.edu.au/business/honours).
preparation for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
Areas of study available within the Commerce degree include Commerce core units of study
accounting, business information systems, commercial law,
econometrics, economics, finance, industrial relations and human
Junior units of study (30 credit points):
resource management, international business, management, marketing • ECOF1003 Business Contexts A
and operations management and decision sciences. • ECOF1004 Business Contexts B
• ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
Credit points required for completion and duration • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
Credit points Duration (minimum)
• ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications.
Faculty of Science junior units of study
Degree requirements Students complete three six-credit point junior units of study from each
To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine of the following Faculty of Science subject areas (18 credit points in
and Bachelor of Surgery, students complete units of study with a total total).
value of 336 credit points, comprising:
Chemistry
• all requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce degree (units of • CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A; OR CHEM1101
study with a total value of 144 credit points), as set out under Chemistry 1A; OR CHEM1901 Chemistry 1A (Advanced); OR
'Degree requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce component', CHEM1903 Chemistry 1A (Special Studies Program)
in the minimum amount of time allowed and maintaining at least • CHEM1002 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1B; OR CHEM1102
a credit average (65 percent) grade Chemistry 1B; OR CHEM1902 Chemistry 1B; (Advanced) OR
• all requirements for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of CHEM1904 Chemistry 1B (Special Studies Program).
Surgery (units of study with a total value of 192 credit points) as
set out in the Sydney Medical School handbook Physics
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
• PHYS1001 Physics 1 (Regular); OR PHYS1002 Physics 1
This combined degree program is sequenced so that successful (Fundamentals); OR PHYS1901 Physics 1A (Advanced)
students proceed first through the Bachelor of Commerce degree and • PHYS1003 Physics 1 (Technological); OR PHYS1902 Physics
then onto the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. 1B (Advanced)
• PHYS1004 Physics 1 (Environmental and Life Science); OR
Degree requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce PHYS1902 Physics 1B (Advanced).
component
Biology or Microbiology
To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce in this combined degree,
students complete units of study with a total value of 144 credit points, • BIOL1001 Concepts in Biology; OR BIOL1911 Concepts in
comprising: Biology (Advanced)
• BIOL1002 Living Systems; OR BIOL1902 Living Systems
• six commerce core units of study (36 credit points) (Advanced)
• a major selected from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas • BIOL1003 Human Biology; OR BIOL1903 Human Biology
for majors and electives' (Advanced)
• 18 credit points in junior Faculty of Science units of study • MBLG1001 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Intro); OR
• one zero credit point medicine (SMTP) unit of study MBLG1901 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Adv).
• a maximum of 60 credit points in junior units of study (1000-level)

Medicine (SMTP) unit of study Year Sem Units of study

As part of this program, students are required to complete the following
1 1 ECOF1003 BCom BCom Science junior
zero-credit point unit of study within their third year of study: Business junior junior (compulsory)
Contexts A (core) (core) or
• SMTP3007 Elective 1* junior
(elective or
major)
* This unit is a field of interest unit of study approved by both the
Sydney Medical School and the Faculty of Economics and Business. 2 ECOF1004 BCom BCom Science junior
Business junior junior (compulsory)
Contexts B (core) (core) or
For further details of these units (including third year elective options), junior
please refer to the Sydney Medical School handbook (elective or
major)
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks/) or website (sydney.edu.au/medicine/).
2 1 BCom junior or BCom Science junior
senior senior senior (compulsory)
Commerce majors and electives (major) (elective) (2nd major
In the Bachelor of Commerce component, students select one major or elective)
from the following 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors 2 BCom BCom BCom senior
and electives' to fulfil the requirements of their degree. A major consists senior senior senior (elective)
(major) (major) (2nd major
of a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study (usually six or elective)
units) in a single subject area. Senior units may only be counted 3 1 BCom BCom BCom BCom SMTP3007
towards one major. senior senior senior senior
(major) (major) (2nd major (2nd major
• Accounting or elective) or elective)
• Business Information Systems 2 ECOF3010 BCom BCom BCom senior
• Commercial Law Integrated senior senior (2nd major or elective)
Business (major) (2nd major
• Econometrics Applications or elective)
• Economics
• Finance The ‘BCom junior (core)’ units, ACCT1005, ECMT1010 and
• Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management ECON1001, can be completed in either semester in a student's first
• International Business
year of study.
• Management
• Marketing * Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the
unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
For full details of the requirements for these majors please refer to Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
‘Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives’ section in different sequences to that which is listed (including enrolling in
under the Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce in this units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students
handbook. are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs
Students may choose to select electives from any subject area offered any assistance in planning their progression in their degree.
by the Faculty of Economics or from any other faculty of the University
of Sydney (subject to approval of the faculty offering the unit and The Faculty of Economics and Business website illustrates units of
degree requirements). A maximum of 48 credit points from another study progression sequences for specific majors in this combined
faculty can be completed under this degree (including compulsory degree. This information can be accessed at
Science units). sydney.edu.au/business/courses/FH036/.
Professional accreditation requirements Degree progression requirements for the Bachelor of Medicine
and Bachelor of Surgery
Within the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree,
By the end of their third year of study in the combined degree, full-time
students who have completed the requirements for their Bachelor of
them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies. See
Commerce degree will be eligible to graduate with this degree. Those
the 'Bachelor of Commerce' entry in this chapter for details of available
students who have completed the Bachelor of Commerce, including
professional accreditation requirements.
the required medicine 'SMTP' and science units in the minimum time
Degree Progression required and maintaining, as a minimum, a credit average (65 percent)
in this degree, will then be eligible to apply for admission to candidature
The following table illustrates a degree progression example of the
for the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. After
first three years of study for a student enrolled in the Bachelor of
admission, they will then complete an additional four years of study
Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery on a
with the Sydney Medical School. (For details, please refer to the
full-time basis undertaking units of study with a total of (24 credit
Sydney Medical School handbook: sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
points) per semester.
If a student fails to satisfy the minimum requirements for admission
Note: In this table, core units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce
to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree, they will
(BCom) are indicated in ‘bold’ type, compulsory faculty of Science
be transferred to candidature for the single degree and graduate with
units of study are in ‘italics’ and compulsory Sydney Medical School
the Bachelor of Commerce only.
prerequisite units of study are in ‘bold italics’. 'Sem' is an abbreviation
for 'Semester'.
Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce and
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor
of Surgery in 2011, please refer to the Tables of undergraduate units
of study. For descriptions of the Faculty of Economics and Business
units, refer to Undergraduate unit of study descriptions. For Faculty
of Science unit descriptions please refer to the Faculty of Science
handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/) or the online unit of study
handbook (ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp).
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Course rules and resolutions (b) 192 credit points specified by the resolutions for the
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from
the Faculty of Medicine; and
(c) one zero credit point Medicine unit of study in the first
Bachelor of Commerce /Bachelor of three years of the program.
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery 6 Majors
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework Completion of a major is a requirement of the Bachelor of
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney Commerce degree. A major requires the completion of 36 senior
(Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as credit points. The list of majors available in the Bachelor of
amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty Commerce is specified in the course resolutions for the Bachelor
and Plagiarism. of Commerce. Units of study counted towards one major may not
count toward any other major completed.
Course resolutions 7 Progression rules
1 Course codes (1) Candidates must complete all requirements for the degree
of Bachelor of Commerce, including the designated Science
Code Course title units of study, in minimum time and must maintain a minimum
FH036 Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor credit average across all units of study in the Bachelor of
of Surgery Commerce, this being the minimum achievement required
for admission to candidature for the Bachelor of Medicine
and Bachelor of Surgery.
(2) Failure to maintain the required progression and minimum
2 Attendance pattern result requirements will result in candidates being transferred
from the combined degree program to a Bachelor of
The attendance pattern for this course is full time only. Commerce degree with full credit for all units of study
successfully completed.
3 Cross faculty management (3) Full time students must enrol in all junior core units of study
for the Bachelor of Commerce within the first year of
(1) Candidates in this combined degree program will be under enrolment.
the general supervision of the Faculty of Economics and
Business until the end of the semester in which they complete 8 Requirements for the Honours degree
the requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce. They will
then be under the supervision of the Faculty of Medicine (1) Honours is available to meritorious candidates, in either or
(Sydney Medical School). both the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Medicine and
(2) The Faculty of Economics and Business and the Faculty of Bachelor of Surgery.
Medicine shall jointly exercise authority in any matter (2) Honours in the Bachelor of Commerce requires an additional
concerned with the combined course not otherwise dealt year of full time study after the completion of the pass degree.
with in these resolutions. Admission, requirements and award of honours are according
to the Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
4 Admission to candidature Candidates who qualify to undertake honours in the Bachelor
of Commerce degree may elect to do so either:
(1) Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary (a) by suspending candidature from the Bachelor of
school leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree for one
Certificate (including national and international equivalents) year, with the permission of the Faculty of Medicine;
leading to the award of an Australian Tertiary Admission or
Ranking (ATAR) or equivalent. English language (b) after completion of the combined course.
requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated (3) Honours in the Bachelor Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
by sufficient qualifications taught in English. Applicants are requires successful completion of an alternative set of units
ranked by merit and offers for available places are issued completed within the normal time frame of the pass degree.
according to the ranking. Details of admission policies are Admission and award requirements for honours in the
found in the Coursework Rule. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery are described
(2) In addition, admission to this course requires the applicant in the course resolution relating to the Bachelor of Medicine
to participate in a semi structured interview. The results of and Bachelor of Surgery.
this interview will form part of the ranking of applicants.
(1) The Bachelor of Commerce is awarded in the grades of either
(1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set Pass or Honours.The Honours degree is awarded in classes
out in the: ranging from First Class to Third Class according to the
(a) Table of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of conditions specified in the Resolutions of the Faculty of
Economics and Business; and Economics and Business.
(b) table of units for the Bachelor of Medicine and (2) The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery is
Bachelor of Surgery from the Faculty of Medicine. awarded in the grades of either Pass or Honours. The
(2) To qualify for the award of both degrees a candidate must honours degree is awarded in classes ranging from First
successfully complete 336 credit points, comprising: Class to Second Class (Division 2) according to the
(a) 144 credit points to qualify for the award of the conditions specified in the course resolution relating to the
Bachelor of Commerce as specified in resolutions for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
the Bachelor of Commerce, including 6 credit points (3) Candidates for the award of either Honours degree who do
of Junior units of study from each of the Science not meet the requirements, and who have not already
subject areas of Chemistry, Physics, and either graduated, will be awarded the relevant pass degree.
Biology or Molecular Biology and Genetics (18 credit
points in total); 10 Cross-institutional study
Cross institutional study is not available in this combined course.
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11 Course transfer
A candidate may abandon the combined program and elect to
complete the Bachelor of Commerce in accordance with the
resolutions governing that degree. Completion of the Bachelor
of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in the future will require a
accordance with the resolutions governing that degree.
12 Credit for previous study

It is not possible for candidates enrolled in the Bachelor of
Commerce/Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery to
obtain credit for previous studies.
commenced their candidature prior to 1 January 2011 who
formally elect to proceed under these resolutions.
(2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 may
elect to complete the requirements in accordance with the
resolutions in force at the time of their commencement.
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7. Undergraduate combined Commerce degrees: Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science

of Commerce and Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of For the award of the Bachelor of Science (Advanced), students
complete:
Science
• a maximum of 48 credit points junior Science units of study (with
The Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science is administered a minimum of 24 credit points at an 'advanced level'); comprising:
by the Faculty of Economics and Business for the duration of the (i) a minimum of 12 credit points in junior mathematics and
combined degree. statistics (MATH) units of study; and (ii) a minimum of 24 credit
points in junior units of study from at least two of the Science
Overview of the degree subject areas (other than Mathematics and Statistics).
• a minimum of 12 credit points in intermediate Science units of
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation study at either ‘advanced ‘ level or as TSP units
• a minimum of 48 credit points in senior Science units of study
FH034 055965C BCom/BSc
where a minimum of 24 credit points are units of study in a single
Science subject area taken as ‘advanced’ or as TSP units
This combined degree gives scope for students to pursue studies in • Maintain in intermediate and senior units of study in Science
the sciences, while developing professional skills, which will enhance subject areas a credit average (65 percent ) or better grade in
their prospects in the labour market. Both degrees are studied each year of enrolment.’
concurrently and will be awarded after five years of full-time study.
For the award of the Bachelor of Science (Advanced
Credit points required for completion and duration Mathematics), students complete:
Credit points Duration (minimum) • a maximum of 48 credit points junior Science units of study (with
a minimum of 24 credit points at an 'advanced level'); comprising:
240 5 years full-time (i) a minimum of 12 credit points in junior mathematics and
statistics (MATH) units of study; and (ii) a minimum of 24 credit
Degree structure and progression points in junior units of study from at least two of the Science
subject areas (other than Mathematics and Statistics).
Degree requirements • a minimum of 12 credit points in intermediate Mathematics and
To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science, Statistics units of study at either ‘advanced ‘ level or as TSP units.
students complete units of study with a total value of 240 credit points • a minimum of 48 credit points in senior Science units of study
where at least 24 credit points are units of study are taken as
(with a minimum of 96 credit points in junior units of study), comprising:
‘advanced’ or as TSP units in the Mathematics and Statistics
From the Faculty of Economics and Business (Bachelor of subject area.
Commerce component): • a major in Mathematics or Statistics at 'advanced level'.
• Maintain in intermediate and senior units of study in Science
• six commerce core units of study (36 credit points) subject areas a credit average (65 percent) or better grade in
• a major selected from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas each year of enrolment.’
for majors and electives’
• a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty For further information on this program, students should refer to the
of Economics and Business (minimum of 48 credit points in senior Faculty of Science handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
units of study).
Requirements for the degrees with honours
From the Faculty of Science (Bachelor of Science component): Both the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science can be
• a minimum of 12 credit points in junior mathematics and statistics awarded with honours. Joint honours is also available.
(MATH) units of study
• a minimum of 24 credit points in junior units of study from at least For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, meritorious
two of the Science subject areas (other than Mathematics and students complete the Bachelor of Commerce with an additional
Statistics) honours year of study in their major area of study. For details of the
• a major selected from the options listed under 'Table 1' in the requirements for entry into and for the completion of the Honours Year
Faculty of Science handbook in this program in the Faculty of Economics and Business, please
• a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty refer to the faculty website: sydney.edu.au/business/honours.
of Science.
For the award of the Bachelor of Science with Honours, meritorious
The Bachelor of Science component of the combined degree may students must complete successfully the Bachelor of Science with an
also be completed as Bachelor of Science (Advanced) or Bachelor of additional honours year of study in any of the subject areas where
Science (Advanced Mathematics) streams.The particular requirements honours study is available. For details of the requirements for honours,
for these alternative streams are set out below. students should refer to the Faculty of Science
Handbook:sydney.edu.au/handbooks/.
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Advanced)
and the Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics)
The Bachelor of Science (Advanced) and Bachelor of Science
(Advanced Mathematics) degrees retain much of the flexibility of the
Bachelor of Science degree but cater to the needs of the best students.
In these degree, students are required to complete advanced level
junior, intermediate and senior units of study throughout their degree.
Students must also meet minimum progression requirements to
continue studying in the Bachelor of Science (Advanced) degree as
indicated below:

Commerce core units of study Science majors and electives

Junior units of study (36 credit points): In the Bachelor of Science component, students select a least one
major from the 'Table 1' areas of study in the Faculty of Science
• ECOF1003 Business Contexts A handbook to fulfil the requirements of their degree. A Science major
• ECOF1004 Business Contexts B usually comprises a minimum of 24 credit points in senior units of
• ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society study (3000-level) in a single subject area. Students are usually
required to complete certain junior (1000-level) and intermediate
• ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics.
(2000-level) units as prerequisites for majors and senior units.
Senior capstone unit of study (six credit points): Intermediate and senior units of study may only be counted towards
one major. Students can also choose intermediate and senior science
• ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications. units as electives. The available Science areas of study are as follows:
Mathematics and Statistics units of study • Agricultural Chemistry
Students must complete mathematics and statistics units of study to • Anatomy and Histology
the minimum value of 12 credit points for the Bachelor of Science • Biochemistry
component of their degree. All junior 'MATH' units of study are worth • Bioinformatics
three credit points each. For further details on these units of study, • Biology
refer to the Faculty of Science handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/) • Cell Pathology
• Chemistry
or the School of Mathematics and Statistics website for further details
• Computational Science
(sydney.edu.au/science/maths). The junior MATHS units of study are • Computer Science
as follows: • Environmental Studies
• Financial Mathematics and Statistics
• MATH1001 Differential Calculus; OR MATH1901 Differential
• Geography
Calculus (Advanced); OR MATH1011Applications of Calculus;
• Geology and Geophysics
OR MATH1111 Introduction to Calculus; OR MATH1906
• History and Philosophy of Science
Mathematics (Special Studies Program) A
• Immunobiology
• MATH1002 Linear Algebra; OR MATH1902 Linear Algebra
• Information Systems
(Advanced);OR MATH1014 Introduction to Linear Algebra
• Marine Biology
• MATH1003 Integral Calculus and Modelling; OR MATH1013
• Marine Geoscience
Mathematical Modelling; OR MATH1903 Integral Calculus and
• Marine Science
Modelling Advanced; OR MATH1907 Mathematics (Special
• Mathematics
Studies Program) B
• Medicinal Chemistry
• MATH1004 Discrete Mathematics
• Microbiology
• MATH1005 Statistics;* OR MATH1015 Biostatistics; OR
• Nanoscience and Technology
MATH1905 Statistics (Advanced).*
• Neuroscience
• Pharmacology
* Students who complete MATH1005/MATH1015/MATH1905 and an
• Physics
additional junior 'MATH' unit are not required to complete ECMT1010 • Physiology
but must replace this unit with another unit of study of their choice • Plant Science
from the Faculty of Economics and Business. However, it is • Psychology
recommended that students who intend to undertake a major in • Soil Science
Econometrics or Operations Management and Decision Sciences • Statistics.
study ECMT1010 and choose alternative non-statistics 'MATH' unit
options to meet the requirements of the Science component of their For details of the requirements for Faculty of Science majors, students
degree. should refer to the Faculty of Science handbook
Majors and electives
Additional major and elective options available in this combined
Commerce majors and electives degree
In the Bachelor of Commerce component, students select a least one Students may select additional major/s and/or electives from any
major from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and subject area offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business or
electives' to fulfil the requirements of their degree. A major consists Faculty of Science or from any other faculties of the University of
of a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study (usually six Sydney (subject to approval by the faculty offering the unit and degree
units) in a single subject area. Senior units of study may only be requirements). Other faculty majors may differ in size, however in
counted towards one major. Students also select elective units of most cases; a minimum of 36 credit points in senior (or intermediate
study from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and and senior) units of study must be completed in that subject area.
electives'. The available areas are as follows: Students should refer to the other faculty’s handbook or website for
further information regarding their major requirements.
• Accounting
• Business Information Systems Note: Students can only complete a maximum of 60 credit points in
• Commercial Law units of study from outside of the Faculties of Economics and Business
• Econometrics
or Science.
• Economics
• Finance For details of majors from other faculties, students should consult the
handbook for the relevant faculty (sydney.edu.au/handbooks).
• Management Bachelor of Science (Advanced) and the Talented Students
• Marketing Program
Every year the top students in the Faculty of Science are invited to
For full details of the requirements for these majors, please refer to participate in the Talented Student Program (TSP). This program
‘Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives’ under allows students to tailor their degree to suit their own interests, for
the Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce entry in this example by working on individual projects under the supervision of a
handbook. mentor, attending special seminars or accelerating the completion of
their degree. In general, the TSP caters for students whose talent is
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broad-based across science. Students can have greater flexibility in units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students
their choice of study (beyond that normally allowed by degree rules), are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs
and they have a mentor (a member of the academic staff) who assists and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need
them in choosing from the great range of academic and research any assistance in planning their progression in their degree.
options.
The Faculty of Economics and Business website gives other illustrative
For further information on this program, students should refer to the sequences of units of study for specific majors in this combined
Faculty of Science handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/). degree. This information can be accessed at
sydney.edu.au/business/courses/FH034/.
Professional accreditation requirements
Within the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree, Units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce and
students may choose to pursue a program of study that would allow Bachelor of Science
them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies. For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled
See the 'Bachelor of Commerce' entry in this chapter for details of in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science in 2011, please
available professional accreditation requirements. refer to the Tables of undergraduate units of study. For descriptions
of the Faculty of Economics and Business units, refer to
Degree progression Undergraduate unit of study descriptions. For Faculty of Science unit
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a descriptions please refer to the Faculty of Science handbook
student enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/) or the online unit of study handbook:
on a full-time basis undertaking units of study with a total value of 24 (ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp).
credit points per semester and completing two majors ('A' and 'B').
Students can, depending on the majors chosen, complete a maximum Course rules and resolutions
of four majors in this program.
Note: In the following example table, core units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) are in 'bold italic' type, the compulsory
Commerce (BCom) components of the program are 'italic' and the Science
required Bachelor of Science (BSc) units of study are in 'bold'. 'Sem' These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
is an abbreviation for 'Semester'. University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
Year Sem Units of study Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
1 1 ECOF1003 BCom Maths Maths BSc junior amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
Business junior junior junior (major B)
Contexts A (core) (compulsory) (compulsory) and Plagiarism.
2 ECOF1004 BCom Maths Maths BSc junior
Business junior junior junior (major B) Course resolutions
Contexts B (core) (compulsory) (compulsory)
2 1 BCom BCom BSc junior BSc 1 Course codes
junior junior or intermediate
(core) senior (major B)
(major or Code Course title
elective)
FH034 Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science
2 BCom BCom BSc junior BSc
senior junior or intermediate
(major A) senior (major B)
(elective)
3 1 BCom junior, BSc intermediate or BSc senior
senior intermediate senior (major B)
(major A) or senior (major) The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
(elective) according to candidate choice.
2 BCom junior, BSc intermediate or BSc senior
senior
(major A)
intermediate
or senior
senior
(major or elective)
(major B) 3 Streams
(elective)
4 1 BCom BCom BSc intermediate or BSc senior (1) The Bachelor of Science in this combined degree is available
senior senior senior (major B) in the following streams:
(major A) (major or (major or elective) (a) Advanced
elective) (b) Advanced Mathematics
2 BCom BCom BSc intermediate or BSc senior (2) Students with a sufficient ATAR may choose to be admitted
senior senior senior (major B) into either of the Advanced streams. All others will enter the
(major A) (major or (major or elective)
elective) Bachelor of Science without a stream. Students, who have
completed at least 48 credit points, may be permitted to
5 1 BCom intermediate intermediate or senior intermediate
senior or senior (elective) or senior transfer to either the Bachelor of Science (Advanced) or
(major A) (elective) (elective) (Advanced Mathematics) stream if they:
2 ECOF3010 intermediate intermediate or senior intermediate (a) achieved an average mark of 75 or greater over all
Integrated or senior (elective) or senior units of study attempted; and
Business (elective) (elective) (b) are able to enrol in the required number of Advanced
Applications
level units or Talented Student Program (TSP) units.
(3) Students wishing to transfer between streams should contact
The ‘BCom junior (core)’ units, ACCT1005, ECMT1010 and the Faculty student office.
ECON1001, can be completed in either semester in a student's first
year of study. 4 Cross faculty management
Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the
(1) Candidates in this combined degree will be under the general
unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only. supervision of the Faculty of Economics and Business for
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course the duration of the combined program.
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(2) The Faculty of Economics and Business and the Faculty of (d) a minimum of 48 credit points of senior Science units
Science shall jointly exercise authority in any matter of study of which at least 24 credit points are
concerning the combined award course not otherwise dealt completed at the Advanced level or as TSP units in
with in these Resolutions. Mathematics and Statistics.
5 Admission to candidature 7 Majors

Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school (1) Candidates are required to complete a major in both the
leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science. Units of
(including national and international equivalents), tertiary study study counted towards one major may not count toward any
or an approved preparation program. English language other major completed.
requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by (2) The majors available for the Bachelor of Commerce are
sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission specified in the course resolutions for the Bachelor of
pathways are open for mature aged applicants who do not Commerce.
possess a school leaving qualification, educationally (3) The majors available in the Bachelor of Science are specified
disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait in the course resolutions for the Bachelor of Science.
available places are issued according to the ranking. Details of 8 Progression rules
(1) A candidate may proceed concurrently to the degrees of
6 Requirements for award Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Science.
(2) In the Bachelor of Science (Advanced) or Bachelor of Science
(1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set (Advanced Mathematics), students must maintain in
out under subject areas in the Table of undergraduate units intermediate and senior units of study in Science subject
of study: Faculty of Economics and Business and Table 1 areas an average mark of 65 or greater in each year of
from the Faculty of Science. The Faculty of Science may enrolment.
permit a candidate of exceptional merit who is admitted to (3) Students in the Bachelor of Science (Advanced) or Bachelor
the Faculty of Science Talented Student Program to of Science (Advanced Mathematics) streams who fail to
undertake a unit or units of study within the Faculty of maintain a Credit average will be transferred to the Bachelor
Science other than those specified in Table 1. of Science in the next year of enrolment with full credit for
(2) To qualify for the award of the pass degrees a candidate units completed in the Advanced or Advanced Mathematics
must successfully complete 240 credit points. stream.
(3) Requirements for the Bachelor of Commerce (4) Students in the Bachelor of Science (Advanced) or Bachelor
To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Commerce a of Science (Advanced Mathematics) streams who fail to
candidate must successfully complete a minimum of 96 credit achieve a credit average across all units attempted in their
points of units of study from the Faculty of Economics and final year of the degree will be awarded the Bachelor of
Business including: Science pass degree.
(a) 36 credit points of core units of study; (5) To transfer from the Bachelor of Science to the Advanced
(b) a major from one of the Commerce subject areas; or Advanced Mathematics stream, a student must satisfy the
and following:
(c) a minimum of 48 credit points in senior units of study. (a) completion of at least 48 credit points;
(4) Requirements for the Bachelor of Science (b) an average of 75 or greater over all attempted units
To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Science a of study; and
candidate must successfully complete a minimum of 96 credit (c) be able to enrol in the required number of advanced
points of units of study from Science subject areas including: level or TSP units.
(a) a major from Science subject areas in Table 1; (6) Full time students must enrol in all junior core units of study
(b) a minimum of 12 credit points from the Science for the Bachelor of Commerce within the first two years of
subject areas of Mathematics and Statistics; and enrolment. Part time students must enrol in all junior core
(c) a minimum of 24 credit points of junior units of study units of study for the Bachelor of Commerce within the first
from at least two Science subject areas other than four years of enrolment.
Mathematics and Statistics.
(5) Requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Advanced) 9 Requirements for the Honours degree
stream
Candidates completing the Advanced stream of the Bachelor (1) Honours is available to meritorious students who complete
of Science must include as part of the above requirements: an additional year of full time study, after the completion of
(a) maximum 48 credit points from junior Science units the pass degree. Part time study over two years may be
of study; permitted with Faculty approval.
(b) a minimum of 12 credit points of intermediate Science (2) Both of the Bachelor of Commerce and the Bachelor of
units of study at either the Advanced level or as TSP Science may be awarded with honours in any of the subject
units; and areas as approved by the faculty. Joint honours in two of
(c) a minimum of 48 credit points of senior Science units these subject areas may also be available.
of study of which at least 24 credit points are units of (3) Admission and award requirements for honours in each
study in a single Science subject area, taken at the course are described in the Resolutions of the Faculty of
Advanced level or as TSP units. Economics and Business and the Faculty of Science.
(6) Requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Advanced
Mathematics) stream 10 Award of the degrees
Candidates completing the Advanced Mathematics stream
of the Bachelor of Science must include as part of the above (1) Both Bachelor of Commerce and the Bachelor of Science
requirements: are awarded in the grades of either Pass or Honours. The
(a) maximum 48 credit points from junior Science units honours degree is awarded in classes according to the rules
of study; specified in the Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and
(b) minimum 12 credit points of intermediate Mathematics Business and the Faculty of Science.
and Statistics units of study at either the Advanced (2) Candidates for the award of the Honours degree who do not
level or as TSP units; meet the requirements, and who have not already graduated,
(c) a major in Mathematics, Statistics or Financial will be awarded the pass degree.
Mathematics and Statistics; and
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11 Course transfer
complete either the Bachelor of Commerce or the Bachelor of
Science in accordance with the resolutions governing that degree.
Completion of the abandoned degree in the future will require a
candidature after 1 January, 2011.
requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The Faculty
may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative
requirements for completion of candidatures that extend
beyond this time.
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8. Undergraduate combined Commerce degrees: Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce

of Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce
Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce core units of study

Commerce Junior units of study (36 credit points):
The Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce is
administered by the Faculty of Engineering and Information • ECOF1004 Business Contexts B
Technologies for the duration of the degree. • ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
Overview of the degree • ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics.
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation Senior capstone unit of study (six credit points):
HH014 025102K BE/BCom • ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications.
Students may combine the Bachelor of Commerce with any one of * Engineering students who complete at least six credit points of junior
the Bachelor of Engineering courses (including Aeronautical mathematics units (including MATH1005 or MATH1905) are not
Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical required to complete ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics
Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, A and must replace this unit with another unit of study of their choice
Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronic Engineering). Both degrees from the Faculty of Economics and Business.
are studied concurrently and will be awarded after five years of full-time
study. Majors and specialisations
Engineering specialisations
Credit points required for completion and duration
The Bachelor of Engineering can be completed in the following
Credit points Duration (minimum) specialisation streams:
240 5 years full-time (i) School of Aerospace, Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering
streams:
• Aeronautical Engineering
Degree requirements • Aeronautical Engineering (Space Engineering)
To be awarded the Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of • Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering (Biomedical)
Commerce, students complete units of study with a total value of 240
• Mechanical Engineering (Space Engineering)
credit points, comprising: • Mechatronic Engineering
• Mechatronic Engineering (Space Engineering).
From the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies
(Bachelor of Engineering component): (ii) School of Chemical and Bimolecular Engineering streams:
• a program of units of study set out in the requirements for
Bachelor of Engineering’s specialisation streams in the Faculty • Chemical Engineering.
of Engineering and Information Technologies handbook
(www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks/) (iii) School of Civil Engineering streams:
• Civil Engineering
From the Faculty of Economics and Business (Bachelor of
• Civil Engineering (Construction Management)
Commerce):
• Civil Engineering (Environmental)
• six commerce core units of study (36 credit points) • Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)
• a major selected from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas • Civil Engineering (Structures)
for majors and electives' • Project Engineering and Management (Civil).
• a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty
of Economics and Business (with a minimum of 48 credit points (iv) School of Electrical and Information Engineering streams:
in senior (2000 and 3000 level) units of study).
• Computer Engineering
Requirement for the degrees with Honours • Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering (Power Engineering)
Both the Bachelor of Engineering and the Bachelor of Commerce can
• Software Engineering
be awarded with honours. • Telecommunications Engineering.
For the award of the Bachelor of Engineering with Honours, students
The availability of a specific stream / combined degree combination
should refer to the Faculty of Engineering handbook for details
is determined by the relevant school. For information on the
requirements for Bachelor Engineering specialisation streams, please
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, meritorious refer to the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies
students complete Bachelor of Commerce with an additional honours handbook (www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks/)
year of study in their major area of study. For details of the Commerce majors and electives
requirements for entry into and for the completion of the Honours Year
In the Bachelor of Commerce component, students must select a least
in this program in the Faculty of Economics and Business, please
one major from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors
refer to the faculty website: sydney.edu.au/business/honours.
and electives' to fulfil the requirements of their degree. A major consists
of a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study (usually six
units) in a single subject area. Senior units of study may only be

counted towards one major. Students also select elective units of Course rules and resolutions
study from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and
electives'. The available areas are as follows: Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of
• Accounting Commerce
• Business Information Systems These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
• Commercial Law University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
• Econometrics the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
• Economics Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
• Finance (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
• Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
• International Business and Plagiarism.
• Management
• Marketing Course resolutions
For full details of the requirements for these majors please refer to 1 Course codes
‘Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives’ section
under the Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce entry in Code Course title
this handbook. HH014 Bachelor of Engineering and Bachelor of Commerce

Within the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree, 2 Attendance pattern
them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies.
The attendance pattern for this course is full time only.
See the 'Bachelor of Commerce' entry in this chapter for details of
available professional accreditation requirements.
3 Streams
Degree progression for the combined degree (1) Streams available for the Bachelor of Engineering are listed
To satisfy the requirements of the Bachelor of Commerce, students under the course resolution for the Bachelor of Engineering.
(2) Completion of a stream is a requirement of the Bachelor of
complete the six Commerce core units of study (or alternatives as
Engineering.
specified under the course rules) and commerce major. For further
information on the majors available and enrolment information, 4 Cross faculty management
students should refer to the 'Bachelor of Commerce' entry in this
chapter. (1) Candidates in this combined degree will be under the general
supervision of the Faculty of Engineering and Information
For information on the specialisation requirements for the Bachelor
Technologies for the duration of the combined program.
of Engineering, students should refer to the Faculty of Engineering (2) The Deans of the Faculty of Engineering and Information
and Infor mation Te c h n o l o g i e s handbook Technologies and the Faculty of Economics and Business
(www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks/). shall jointly exercise authority in any matter concerned with
the combined course not otherwise dealt with in these
As this combined degree is supervised by both the Faculty of resolutions.
Engineering and Information Technologies and the Faculty of
Economics and Business: 5 Admission to candidature
• For student matters relating to the Bachelor of Engineering
Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school
component of this degree, students should refer to Faculty of
leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate
Engineering and Information Technologies Student Enquiry Office
(including national and international equivalents), tertiary study
(sydney.edu.au/engineering/about/contactus.shtml)
or an approved preparation program. English language
• For student matters relating to the Bachelor of Commerce
requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by
students should refer to the Faculty of Economics and Business’
sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission
Student Infor mation Office
pathways are open for mature aged applicants who do not
(sydney.edu.au/business/student_information_office)
Units of study for the Bachelor of Engineering and disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Bachelor of Commerce Islander people. Applicants are ranked by merit and offers for
For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled admission policies are found in the Coursework Rule.
in the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree in
2011, please refer to the Economics and Business table in the Tables 6 Requirements for award
of undergraduate units of study. For descriptions of the Faculty of
Economics and Business units, refer to Undergraduate units of study (1) The units of study that may be taken for the Bachelor of
descriptions. Engineering are set out in the tables of units of study for the
specialised streams from the Faculty of Engineering and
For availability listings and descriptions of 2011 Faculty of Engineering Information Technologies.
units of study, please refer to the Faculty of Engineering and (2) The units of study that may be taken for the Bachelor of
Information Technologies handbook (www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks/) Commerce are set out in the Table of undergraduate units
or the Online unit of study handbook of study from the Faculty of Economics and Business.
(https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp). (3) To qualify for the award of the combined degree, a candidate
must successfully complete 240 credit points.
(4) For the Bachelor of Engineering, candidates must complete
all units of study prescribed in the table of units for the
Bachelor of Engineering stream the candidate is pursuing.
(5) For the Bachelor of Commerce, candidates must complete
96 credit points of units of study selected from the Table of
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undergraduate units of study from the Faculty of Economics

and Business including:
points and six senior credit points); and
(b) a major; and
(c) at least 48 credit points at 2000 and/or 3000 levels.
7 Majors
Commerce component of the combined degree. The majors
available and requirements are outlined in the resolutions for the
Bachelor of Commerce.

(1) Honours is available to meritorious candidates, in either or
both the Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Commerce.
The Bachelor of Commerce Honours program may be
completed part time over two years with the permission of
Bachelor of Engineering are listed in the resolution for the
Bachelor of Engineering degree. Admission and award
requirements for honours in the Bachelor of Commerce are
listed in the resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and
Business.

(1) Candidates will be awarded a separate testamur for each
degree completed.
(2) The Bachelor of Engineering and the Bachelor of Commerce
are awarded in the grades of either Pass or Honours. The
Bachelor of Engineering honours degree is awarded in
classes ranging from First Class to Second Class, and the
Bachelor of Commerce honours degree is awarded in classes
ranging from First Class to Third Class, according to the rules
specified in the Resolutions of the Faculty of Engineering
and Information Technologies and Faculty of Economics and
Business.
(3) Candidates who do not meet the requirements for the award
of the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) but have otherwise
satisfied the requirements of the Bachelor of Engineering
shall graduate with the pass degree.
(4) Candidates for the award of the Bachelor of Commerce
(Honours) who do not meet the requirements, and who have
not already graduated, will be awarded the pass degree.
10 Course transfer
complete either the Bachelor of Engineering or the Bachelor of
Commerce in accordance with the resolutions governing that
degree. Transfer from a combined degree to the Bachelor of
Commerce is also conditional on the student having met the entry
requirements of the Bachelor of Commerce in force at the time
of their enrolment in the combined degree. Completion of the
abandoned degree in the future will require a new application for
admission to that course and completion in accordance with the
resolutions governing that degree.
the requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The
These resolutions should be read in conjunction with the Resolutions
of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
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9. Undergraduate combined Commerce degrees: Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Commerce

of Information Technology and Bachelor of Commerce
The Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Commerce Commerce core units of study
is administered by the Faculty of Engineering and Information Junior units of study (36 credit points):
Technologies for the duration of the combined degree.
• ECOF1004 Business Contexts B
Bachelor of Information Technology and • ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
Bachelor of Commerce • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
• ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics.
Overview of the degree
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation
• ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications.
HH042 062100E BIT/BCom
Majors and specialisations
The Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Commerce
is a five year combined degree. Both degrees are studied concurrently
Bachelor of Information Technology specialisations
and will be awarded after five years of full-time study. Students must complete study in one of the following specialisation
streams:
• Computer Science
Credit points Duration (minimum) • Information Systems.
240 5 years full-time The requirements for completing these specialisation streams are set
out in the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies
Degree structure and progression handbook: sydney.edu.au/handbooks/.
Degree requirements Commerce majors and electives

To be awarded the Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor In the Bachelor of Commerce component, students select a least one
of Commerce, students complete units of study with a total value of major from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and
240 credit points, comprising: electives' to fulfil the requirements of their degree. A major consists
of a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study (usually six
From the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies units) in a single subject area. Senior units of study may only be
(for the Bachelor of Information Technology component): counted towards one major. Students also select elective units of
• a program of units of study set out in the requirements for study from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and
Bachelor of Information Technology’s specialisation streams in electives'. The available areas of study are as follows:
the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technologies
handbook (www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks/) • Accounting
From the Faculty of Economics and Business (for the Bachelor • Commercial Law
of Commerce component): • Econometrics
• Economics
• six commerce core units of study (42 credit points) • Finance
• a major selected from the 'Bachelor of Commerce subject areas • Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management
for majors and electives' • International Business
• a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty • Management
of Economics and Business (with a minimum of 48 credit points • Marketing
in senior (2000 and 3000 level units of study). • Operations Management and Decision Sciences.
Requirements for the degrees with Honours For full details of the requirements for these majors please refer to
Both the Bachelor of Information Technology and the Bachelor of ‘Bachelor of Commerce subject areas for majors and electives’ section
Commerce can be awarded with honours. under the Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce entry in
this handbook.
For the award of the Bachelor of Information Technology with Honours,
students should refer to the Faculty of Engineering and Information Professional accreditation requirements
Technologies handbook for details (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/). Within the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree,
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, meritorious students may choose to pursue a program of study that would allow
students must successfully complete an additional honours year of them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies.
study in their major area of study. For details of the requirements for See the 'Bachelor of Commerce' entry in this chapter for details of
entry into and for the completion of the Honours Year in this program available professional accreditation requirements.
in the Faculty of Economics and Business, please refer to the faculty
website: sydney.edu.au/business/honours. Degree progression for the combined degree
To satisfy the requirements of the Bachelor of Commerce component,
students complete the six commerce core units of study (or alternatives
as specified under the course rules) and a commerce major. For
further information on the majors available and enrolment information

students should refer to the 'Bachelor of Commerce' section in this

chapter. 4 Cross faculty management
For information on the specialisation requirements for the Bachelor (1) Candidates in this combined degree program will be under
of Information Technology students should refer to the Faculty of the general supervision of the Faculty of Engineering and
Engineering and Information Technologies handbook Information Technologies for the duration of the combined
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks/. program.
(2) The Deans of the Faculty of Engineering and Information
As this combined degree is supervised by both the Faculty of Technologies and the Faculty of Economics and Business
Engineering and Information Technologies and the Faculty of shall jointly exercise authority in any matter concerned with
Economics and Business: the combined course not otherwise dealt with in these
resolutions.
• For student matters relating to the Bachelor of Information
Technology component of this degree, students should contact 5 Admission to candidature
the School of I n fo r m a t i o n Te c h n o l o g i e s
(sydney.edu.au/engineering/it/future_students/undergrad/contacts.shtml) Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school
• For student matters relating to the Bachelor of Commerce leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate
students should refer to the Faculty of Economics and Business’ (including national and international equivalents), tertiary study
Student Infor mation Office or an approved preparation program. English language
(sydney.edu.au/business/student_information_office) requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by
Units of study for the Bachelor of Information pathways are open for mature aged applicants who do not
Technology and Bachelor of Commerce possess a school leaving qualification, educationally
For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
in the Bachelor of Commerce component of the combined degree in
2011, please refer to the Economics and Business table in the Tables admission policies are found in the Coursework Rule.
of undergraduate units of study. For descriptions of the Faculty of
Economics and Business units, refer to Undergraduate unit of study 6 Requirements for award
descriptions.
(1) The units of study that may be taken for the Bachelor of
For availability listings and descriptions of 2011 Bachelor of Information
Information Technology are set out in the Bachelor of
Technology units of study, please refer to the Faculty of Engineering Information Technology units of study table.
and Information Technologies handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/ (2) The units of study that may be taken for the Bachelor of
or the Online unit of study handbook Commerce are set out in the Table of undergraduate units
(ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp). of study from the Faculty of Economics and Business.
(3) To qualify for the award of the combined degree, a candidate
must successfully complete 240 credit points.
(4) For the Bachelor of Information Technology a candidate must
Course rules and resolutions complete 144 credit points of core units selected from the
These resolutions should be read in conjunction with the Resolutions table of units for the Bachelor of Information Technology
stream the candidate is pursuing.
(5) For the Bachelor of Commerce a candidate must complete
96 credit points selected from the Table of undergraduate
Bachelor of Information Technology and units of study from the Faculty of Economics and Business
Bachelor of Commerce including:
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable points and six senior credit points); and
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) (b) a major; and
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework (c) at least 48 credit points at 2000 and/or 3000 levels.
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
(Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as 7 Majors
and Plagiarism.
Completion of a major is a requirement for the Bachelor of
Course resolutions Commerce. The majors available and requirements are outlined
in the resolutions for the Bachelor of Commerce.
1 Course codes 8 Requirements for the Honours degree

Code Course title (1) Honours is available to meritorious candidates, in either or
HH042 Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of both the Bachelor of Information Technology or the Bachelor
Commerce of Commerce. Honours requires the completion an alternative
set of units in the final year of the Bachelor of Information
Technology degree and of one additional full time year of
study for the Bachelor of Commerce degree. The Bachelor
2 Attendance pattern of Commerce Honours program may be completed part time
over two years with the permission of the Faculty of
The attendance pattern for this course is full time only. Economics and Business.
3 Streams Bachelor of Information Technology are listed in the course
resolution for the Bachelor of Information Technology degree.
(1) Completion of a stream is a requirement of the Bachelor of Admission and award requirements for honours in the
Information Technology. The streams available and Bachelor of Commerce are listed in the resolutions of the
requirements are outlined in the resolutions for the Bachelor Faculty of Economics and Business.
of Information Technology.
(2) Candidates wishing to transfer between streams should
contact the Faculty student office.
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(1) Candidates will be awarded a separate testamur for each
degree completed.
(2) The Bachelor of Information Technology and the Bachelor
of Commerce are awarded in the grades of either Pass or
Honours. The honours degrees are awarded in classes
ranging from First Class to Third Class according to the rules
specified in the Resolutions of the Faculty of Engineering
and Information Technologies and the Faculty of Economics
and Business.
(3) Candidates who do not meet the requirements for the award
of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) but
who have otherwise satisfied the requirements of the
Bachelor of Information Technology shall graduate with the
pass degree.
(4) Candidates for the award of the Bachelor of Commerce
(Honours) who do not meet the requirements, and who have
not already graduated, will be awarded the pass degree.
10 Course transfer
complete either the Bachelor of Engineering or the Bachelor of
Commerce in accordance with the resolutions governing that
degree. Transfer from a combined degree to the Bachelor of
Commerce is also conditional on the student having met the entry
requirements of the Bachelor of Commerce in force at the time
of their enrolment in the combined degree. Completion of the
abandoned degree in the future will require a new application for
admission to that course and completion in accordance with the
resolutions governing that degree.
(1) These resolutions apply to candidates who commenced their
candidature after 1 January, 2011 and candidates who
the requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The
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10. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies)
10. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal

Studies)
The Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) degrees offered by the into and for the completion of the Honours Year in this program, please
Faculty of Economics and Business are as follows: refer to sydney.edu.au/business/honours.
1. Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) Core units of study

2. Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) • ECOF1004 Business Contexts B.
(Honours) Required Faculty of Arts units of study
Students select a minimum of 24 credit points worth of units of study
from the following Arts areas of study (‘Table A’ in the Faculty of Arts
Course CRICOS Degree Degree title Handbook):
• American Studies
FH019 025098A BCom(Liberal Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal • Ancient History
Studies) Studies)
• Anthropology
FH043 036742J BCom(Liberal Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal • Arab and Islamic Studies
Studies)(Hons) Studies)(Honours) • Archaeology
• Art History
The Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) complements the • Asian Studies
professional business related studies and accreditation of the Bachelor • Australian Literature
of Commerce with additional studies in languages, humanities and • Australian Studies
sciences. This four-year (full-time) program gives students the • Biblical Studies
opportunity to develop enhanced communication skills and an • Celtic Studies
unrivalled breadth of knowledge from study in subject areas from both • Chinese Studies
the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Science. • Cultural Studies
• Digital Cultures
Credit points required for completion and duration • English
• European Studies
Degree title credit Duration (minimum) • Film Studies
points • French Studies
• Gender Studies
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal 192 4 years full-time • Germanic Studies
Studies)
• Government and International Relations
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal 240 5 years full-time • Greek (Ancient)
Studies)(Honours)
• Hebrew (Classical)
• Hebrew (Modern)
Note: Part-time study is also available for these degrees. • Heritage Studies
• History
Degree structure and progression • Indigenous Australian Studies
• Indonesian Studies
Degree requirements • International and Comparative Literary Studies
To be awarded the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies), students • Italian Studies
complete units of study with a total value of 192 credit points, • Japanese Studies
comprising: • Jewish Civilisation, Thought and Culture
• Korean Studies
• two core junior units of study (12 credit points) • Latin
• units of study from the Faculty of Arts (‘Table A’ subject areas) • Linguistics
to the total minimum value of 24 credit points • Medieval Studies
• units of study from the Faculty of Science (‘Table 1’ subject areas) • Modern Greek
to the total minimum value of 12 credit points • Music
• two majors: one selected from the subject areas specified as • Pali (no major is available)
'Major I subject areas' and one from the subject areas specified • Peace and Conflict Studies (no major is available)
as 'Major II subject areas' • Performance Studies
• a maximum of 96 credit points in junior units of study (1000 level • Philosophy
units of study) • Political Economy
• a minimum of 108 credit points in units of study from the Faculty • Sanskrit
of Economics and Business (a maximum of 84 credit points from • Social Policy
non-Economics and Business subject areas/other faculties). • Sociology
• Spanish and Latin American Studies
Requirements for the degree with Honours • Studies in Religion
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) with • Yiddish (no guarantee of continuing availability).
Honours, meritorious students must complete an additional honours
year of study after the completion of the requirements for the Bachelor For full details of the unit of study options within these subject areas
of Commerce (Liberal Studies). Honours study is offered in most of please refer to the Faculty of Ar ts Handbook
the subject areas available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
Commerce (Liberal Studies). For details of the requirements for entry

Required Faculty of Science units of study • International Business

Students select a minimum of 12 credit points worth of units of study • Management
from the following Science areas of study (‘Table 1’ in the Faculty of • Marketing
• Mathematics *
Science Handbook):
• Operations Management and Decision Sciences
• Agricultural Chemistry • Political Economy. *
• Anatomy and Histology
• Biochemistry * These majors are offered through other faculties.
• Bioinformatics
For further details refer to the 'Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies)
• Biology
• Cell Pathology subject areas for majors and electives' section.
• Chemistry
Additional majors and electives
• Computational Science
• Computer Science Students may select an additional major/s and/or electives offered by
• Environmental Studies the Faculty of Economics and Business or from any other faculty of
• Financial Mathematics and Statistics the University of Sydney (subject to approval by the offering faculty
• Geography and degree requirements).
• Geology and Geophysics
• History and Philosophy of Science If a major is chosen in a subject area offered by another faculty then
• Immunobiology in most cases, a minimum of 36 credit points in senior units of study
• Information Systems (or senior and intermediate units) must be completed in that subject
• Marine Biology area. Senior (or senior and intermediate) units of study may only be
• Marine Geoscience counted towards one major. A maximum of 84 credit points can be
• Marine Science
taken in units of study from another faculty other than the Faculty of
• Mathematics
• Medicinal Chemistry Economics and Business (including the required 12 credit points in
• Microbiology Science units and 24 credit points in Arts units). Students need to be
• Nanoscience and Technology mindful that it is not always possible to choose an additional major
• Neuroscience from outside of Faculty of Economics and Business and still complete
• Pharmacology the 108 credit points needed within the faculty, depending upon which
• Physics compulsory majors the student chooses to complete.
• Physiology
• Plant Science For details of majors from other faculties, students should consult the
• Psychology handbook for the relevant faculty (www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks).
• Soil Science
• Statistics. Professional accreditation requirements
Within the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies), students may
For full details of units of study options within these subject areas
choose to pursue a program of study that would allow them to seek
please refer to the Faculty of Science handbook
accreditation with particular professional bodies.
Australian Computer Society (ACS) accreditation
Students planning to satisfy the professional accreditation
Compulsory majors for the degree requirements for the ACS should include in their degree a prescribed
Students in the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) are required set of units of study, including a major in Business Information Systems
to complete two majors. One from the subject areas listed under 'Major (at least 42 credit points in senior units of study). The required units
I' and one from those listed under 'Major II'. In most cases, a major of study are listed below:
consists of 36 credit points in senior (or intermediate and senior) units
• INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation
of study (usually six units) in a single subject area. Students should
• INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement
note that the exact requirements for majors may differ between major • INFS2020 Business Process Modelling and Improvement
areas of study. • INFS3040 Enterprise Systems and Integrated Business; and
• four additional senior 'INFS' coded elective units of study including
Major I two more 'INFS' units at 3000-level. (See listings under the
• Accounting 'Business Information Systems' subject area for available units
• Commercial Law of study).
• Econometrics
• Economics Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) Accreditation
• Finance All undergraduate degrees incorporating a major in Industrial Relations
• Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management and Human Resource Management are AHRI-accredited. Students
• International Business wishing to satisfy the requirements for professional membership of
• Management AHRI should complete an Industrial Relations and Human Resource
• Marketing. Management major as part of their degree. The required units of study
Major II for the major are listed under the 'Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal
Studies) subject areas for majors and electives'.
This major must be different to the one chosen from the 'Major I' list.
• Accounting Degree progression

• Agricultural Economics * The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
• Business Information Systems student enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) on a
• Commercial Law full-time basis undertaking units of study with a total value of 24 credit
• Computer Science * points per semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation
• Econometrics for 'Semester').
• Economics
• Finance
• Financial Mathematics and Statistics *
• Government and International Relations *
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Year Sem Units of study and professions where the ability to understand and interpret financial
information is the key capability.
1 1 junior junior junior Arts or ECOF1003
(Major I) (Major II) Science Business
(elective) Contexts A For the award of a major in Accounting, students complete:
2 junior junior junior Arts or ECOF1004 (i) three junior prerequisite units of study (18 credit points), as follows:
(Major I) (Major II) Science Business
(elective) Contexts B • ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
2 1 senior senior Arts junior or junior Science or • ACCT1006 Accounting and Financial Management
(Major I) (Major II) senior junior or senior • ECMT1010 Business and Economics Statistics A
(elective) Arts
(elective) (ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
2 senior senior Arts junior or junior Science or
(Major I) (Major II) senior junior or senior • ACCT2011 Financial Accounting A
(elective) Arts • ACCT2012 Management Accounting A.
(elective)
3 1 senior senior senior senior (iii) a minimum of 24 credit points in elective senior units of study
(Major I) (Major II) (major or (major or
elective) elective) (minimum of four units) selected from the following:
2 senior senior senior senior • ACCT3011 Financial Accounting B
(Major I) (Major II) (major or (major or
elective) elective) • ACCT3012 Management Accounting B
(Major I) (Major II) (major or (major or • ACCT3014 Auditing and Assurance
elective) elective) • ACCT3031 International Corporate Governance
2 senior senior senior senior • ACCT3032 Current Issues in Management Accounting
(Major I) (Major II) (major or (major or • ACCT3098 Accounting Honours Preparation A (3 credit points)
elective) elective) • ACCT3099 Accounting Honours Preparation B (3 credit points)
• CLAW2201 Corporations Law.
Please Note: This is a basic structure only. If the second major chosen
is one of the Faculty of Science's majors then this structure would The units ACCT3098 and ACCT3099 are worth three credit points
differ as the compulsory units of study in these areas could be counted each. If students wish to include these units as part of their major,
towards the second major. For a Science major the term 'senior' in they would need to complete at least five elective units of study to
the table above refers to 'intermediate' and 'senior' Science units of meet elective requirements. CLAW2201 requires the completion of
study. additional prerequisites outside the prerequisite units listed for this
major.
The Faculty of Economics and Business website illustrates units of
study progression sequences for specific majors. This information can Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of
be found at sydney.edu.au/business/course/FH019. Economics and Business, for details of the unit prerequisites,
corequisites and other requirements.
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) subject
areas for majors and electives Commercial Law
Business operates in an increasingly complex regulatory environment
Students choose their compulsory majors from the following subject
which impacts on all business activity. The Commercial Law major
areas.
In relation to the subject areas, please note the following: environment: each of the specialist units build on the foundation unit,
Foundations of Business Law, and addresses an area of contemporary
• All units of study listed under the following subject areas are worth business significance. The wide range of units offered in the
six credit points unless indicated otherwise Commercial Law major enables students to specialise in
• Junior units of study (1000 level) may be used to meet the corporate/finance law, in taxation law or in business law.
prerequisite requirements for more than one major. However,
senior (or in some cases intermediate and senior) units of study The Commercial Law major does not provide a qualification for
(2000 and 3000 level) can only be used to meet the requirements admission to the professional practice of law as a solicitor or barrister.
for one major.
It nevertheless meets the increasing demand for business
• Information relating to prerequisites/corequisite requirements and
unit of study availability in 2011 can be found in the Tables of professionals with a mature understanding of the regulatory regime,
undergraduate units of study, in this handbook. As the availability and its commercial impact, relevant to their area of specialisation. It
of units of study may change, students are advised to check the is also an attractive specialisation for students looking to a professional
faculty website (sydney.edu.au/business) regularly as it contains career in the growing area of regulatory compliance.
the most up to date information on unit of study availability as
well as timetabling information for each unit of study that is For the award of a Commercial Law major, students complete:
currently offered. The units of study listed under the following (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
subject areas were approved for 2011 at the time of printing this
handbook. As this information can change, students may include • CLAW1001 Foundations of Business Law.
any units of study that are approved and appear under these
subject areas in subsequent years’ handbooks as part of their (ii) a minimum of six elective units of study (36 credit points) selected
major/s or as electives. from the following options:
The following information relates to the compulsory majors available • CLAW2201 Corporations Law
in the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies). Information about • CLAW2202 Business Failure and Restructuring
available majors from other faculties can be found in the relevant other • CLAW2203 Regulation of Capital Markets
• CLAW2204 Banking and Finance Law
faculty handbooks (sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or on the websites of
• CLAW2205 Competition and Consumer Law
these faculties. • CLAW2206 Legal Issues in e-Commerce *
Major I subject areas • CLAW2208 Business Regulation, Risk and Compliance
Accounting • CLAW2209 Intellectual Property for Business
• CLAW2210 Chinese Tax
An accounting qualification provides capability and credibility across • CLAW3201 Australian Taxation System
a broad spectrum of careers. It opens the door to many other markets • CLAW3202 Tax Strategies for Business
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• CLAW3204 Capital Raising and Management and review and one of the most important training grounds for
• CLAW3206 Regulation of Mergers and Acquisitions economists within the region.
• CLAW3207 Legal Regulation of Employment.
For the award of a major in Economics, students complete:
Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011. (i) four junior prerequisite units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
Economics and Business, for details of the unit prerequisites, • ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B
corequisites and other requirements. • ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
• ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics.
Econometrics
Econometrics applies mathematical and statistical techniques to the (ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
analysis of business and economic data. There has always been a
strong demand for graduates with quantitative skills. The impact of Intermediate Microeconomics Honours
information technology means there are huge data sets now available, • ECOS2002 Intermediate Macroeconomics; OR ECOS2902
such as data sets of financial market activity or of consumer markets Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours.
via supermarket scanning.
(iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points)
This adds considerably to the high-level prospects for graduates with selected from the following options, with at least three at 3000-level
the quantitative skills to deal with the potential of the data, such as in (18 credit points):
the analysis of energy demand, greenhouse gas emissions,
international trade flows or consumer behaviour. • ECOS2201 Economics of Competition and Strategy
• ECOS2306 Managerial Firms: Evolutions and Attributes
For the award of a major in Econometrics, students complete: • ECOS2903 Mathematical Economics A
(i) two junior prerequisite units of study (12 credit points), as follows: • ECOS3002 Development Economics
• ECOS3003 Hierarchies, Incentives and Firm Structure
• ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A • ECOS3004 History of Economic Thought
• ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B. • ECOS3005 Industrial Organisation
(ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows: • ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics
• ECMT2110 Regression Modelling • ECOS3010 Monetary Economics
• ECMT3110 Econometric Models and Methods. • ECOS3011 Public Finance
• ECOS3012 Strategic Behaviour
(iii) one senior unit of study (six credit points) selected from the • ECOS3015 Law and Economics
following: • ECOS3016 Experimental and Behavioural Economics
• ECOS3017 Health Economics
• ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics • ECOS3018 Economics of Growth
• ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business • ECOS3019 Capital and Dynamics
• ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets • ECOS3020 Special Topic in Economics
• ECMT3170 Computational Econometrics # • ECOS3021 Business Cycles and Asset Markets
• ECOS3022 The Economics of Financial Markets
(iv) a minimum of three senior elective units of study (18 credit points) • ECOS3901 Advanced Microeconomics
selected from the following options. (Only two of these elective units • ECOS3902 Advanced Macroeconomics
(12 credit points) may be selected from those marked with an “*”). • ECOS3903 Applied Economics.
• ECMT2120 Analysis of Discrete Choice Data The units ECOS3901, ECOS3902, ECOS3903 require the completion
• ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics of additional prerequisites/corequisites outside of those prerequisite
• ECMT2620 Management Science * units of study listed for this major.
• ECMT2630 Managerial Decision Making *
• ECMT2640 Operations Management * Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of
• ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics Economics and Business, for details of the unit prerequisites,
corequisites and other requirements.
• ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets
• ECMT3160 Statistical Modelling #
Finance
• ECMT3170 Computational Econometrics #
• ECMT3180 Business Risk Management The Discipline of Finance works in partnership with the Australian
• ECMT3610 Management Science Models and Methods * Stock Exchange, the Sydney Futures Exchange, the Australian
• ECMT3640 Project Planning and Management * Financial Markets Association and several of the largest banking,
broking, accounting and funds management businesses in the region.
Units of study marked with an "#" will not be offered for 2011. A sound knowledge of finance is important for graduates in a wide
range of commerce/economics disciplines.
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of
Economics and Business, for details of the unit prerequisites, The units offered are designed to integrate a variety of practical
corequisites and other requirements. applications with essential theory and financial reasoning skills.
Economics For the award of a major in Finance, students complete:
Economics provides a valuable understanding of the overall context (i) one junior prerequisite units of study (six credit points)*, as follows:
of business and government, and the technical skills to analyse
economic and social data and events. It equips students to work on • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
economic and social policy. It also provides key capabilities for
* It is strongly recommended that students who wish to complete a
students who wish to work in business fields such as financial markets,
Finance major also complete ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
marketing, transport and logistics, international trade and consulting
and ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics in their first year of
or the media.
enrolment (subject to degree constraints).
Economics at Sydney is a significant and influential grouping within
(ii) three compulsory senior units of study (18 credit points), as follows:
the discipline in Australia. It is an important centre of policy analysis
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• FINC2011 Corporate Finance I International Business

• FINC2012 Corporate Finance II The International Business major is designed to provide students with
• FINC3017 Investments and Portfolio Management knowledge and skills relevant to the development, strategy and
management of international business organisations and the
(iii) a minimum of 18 credit points of senior elective units of study (a
institutional context for their development, growth and operation.
minimum of three units) selected from the following options:
• FINC2192 Finance 2 Honours (3 credit points) For the award of a major in International Business students
• FINC3011 International Financial Management complete:
• FINC3012 Derivative Securities (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), that must
• FINC3013 Mergers and Acquisitions be: (a) be offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business; or (b)
• FINC3014 Trading and Dealing in Security Markets be part of Bachelor of Economics and Social Sciences or the Bachelor
• FINC3015 Financial Valuation: Case Study Approach of International and Global Studies or the Bachelor of International
• FINC3018 Bank Financial Management Studies (for students enrolled in these degrees only). *
• FINC3019 Fixed Income Securities
• FINC3020 Financial Risk Management * Students who do not meet the requirements in (a) or (b) may
• FINC3021 Mathematical Finance complete two alternative junior units approved by the Chair of
• FINC3193 Finance 3 Honours (Corporate Finance) (3 credit Discipline of International Business.
points)
• FINC3194 Finance 3 Honours (Securities Markets) (3 credit (ii) four compulsory senior units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
points).
• IBUS2101 International Business Strategy
The units FINC2192, FINC3193 and FINC3194 are worth three (not • IBUS2102 Cross-Cultural Management
six) credit points. Students who complete these units may need to • IBUS3101 International Business Alliances
complete additional senior units of study to meet the 24-credit points • IBUS3102 International Risk Management.
of senior elective units of study requirement for a Finance major.
(iii) a minimum of two senior elective units of study (12 credit points)
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of selected from the following options:
Economics and Business, for details of the unit prerequisites,
corequisites and other requirements. • ACCT3031 International Corporate Governance
• CISS2001 Business in the Global Environment
Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management • ECOP3012 Global Political Economy
• ECOP3014 Political Economy of Development
A major in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management • ECOS3006 International Trade
has two strands: the theory and practice of relations between • ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics
employers, employees, unions and government; as well as the • FINC3011 International Financial Management
management of people within an organisation, including recruitment, • GOVT2210 International Risk Analysis *
selection, remuneration, appraisal, and training and development. • GOVT2221 Politics of International Economic Relations
This professional major can include a work experience program with • GOVT2225 International Security in the 21st Century
placements in unions, employer organisations, companies and • IBUS3103 Global Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
government. • IBUS3104 Ethical International Business Decisions
For the award of a major in Industrial Relations and Human • IBUS3107 Business Negotiations
Resource Management, students complete: • MKTG3116 International Marketing
(i) one of the following junior units of study (six credit points):
• ECOF1004 Business Contexts B; OR • Senior language units of study (2000 and 3000 level) from the
• WORK1003 Foundations of Work and Employment. Faculty of Arts
(ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows: Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
• WORK2203 Industrial Relations Policy Students should note that almost all senior elective units of study
• WORK2205 Human Resource Processes. require the completion of additional prerequisites outside of those
(iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points)
selected from the following: Note: Students who choose to include Political Economy (ECOP),
Government and International Relations (GOVT) or language units
• WORK2209 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour from the Faculty of Arts must meet the prerequisite requirements for
• WORK2210 Strategic Management these units of study as set out in the Faculty of Arts Handbook
• WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies (sydney.edu.au/handbooks). The number of units students can
• WORK2215 IR and HRM Practice
complete from another faculty (non-Economics and Business) are
• WORK2218 People and Organisations restricted (refer to individual degree rules for details). For example,
• WORK2219 Management and Organisational Ethics students in the combined Law programs cannot complete any units
• WORK2221 Organisational Communication from outside of the Faculty of Economics and Business as electives
• WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations for this major.
• WORK2225 Work and Society Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
• WORK2226 Institutions at Work * of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
• WORK2227 Regulation at Work
• WORK3921 Theories of Work and Organisations Management
• WORK3922 Researching Work and Organisations. Management is the process of planning, organising, leading and
controlling the efforts of organisational members and using resources
Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011. inside and outside the organisation to achieve set objectives.
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details A Management major draws on subjects from a number of disciplines
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. in the faculty and develops a sound understanding of managing the
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internal processes of organisations and the relationship between • MKTG3112 Marketing Communications
organisations and their environments. • MKTG3114 New Products Marketing
• MKTG3116 International Marketing
For the award of a major in Management students complete: • MKTG3117 Services Marketing
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points) from the • MKTG3119 Public Relations Management
Faculty of Economics and Business. The junior unit selected maybe • MKTG3120 Building and Managing Brands
• MKTG3121 Advertising: Creative Principles
a core unit or an optional junior unit which may be a prerequisite for
• MKTG3211 Contemporary Issues in Marketing. *
an elective option under this major.
• WORK2201 Foundations of Management
• WORK2210 Strategic Management of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
• WORK2218 People and Organisations
Major II subject areas
Accounting
selected from the following options:
Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details.
• ECOS3003 Hierarchies, Incentives and Firm Structure Agricultural Economics
• ECOS3005 Industrial Organisation This major is offered by the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural
• ECOS3008 Labour Economics Resources.
• WORK2205 Human Resources Processes Agriculture is a major sector of the world economy. As much as 30
• WORK2209 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour percent of the aggregate value of goods and services consumed
• WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies globally is food. However, food is only part of agriculture, which also
• WORK2217 International Human Resource Management includes the production, processing, wholesaling, retailing and trading
• WORK2219 Management and Organisational Ethics
of food and fibre, the provision of inputs (such as land, water,
• WORK2221 Organisational Communication
• WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations chemicals, research), and the fundamental issues of environmental
• WORK2224 Globalisation, Work and Employment * and resource management.
Agricultural economists are applied economists with an underlying
Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011. quantitative focus. They analyse markets and the impacts of
government policies, forecast trends and developments, and devise
Some of these elective units of study require the completion of and evaluate alternative strategies and policies. The global nature of
additional prerequisites outside of those units of study listed for this the agricultural market creates important international opportunities
major. for agricultural economists.
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details For the award of a major in Agricultural Economics, students
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. complete:
(i) two junior prerequisite units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
Marketing
Marketing creates value for customers, organisations and society by • AGEC1101 Agricultural and Resource Systems
matching what organisations produce with what people want. It is a • AGEC1102 Agricultural Economics I.
core management function within every type of organisation. Marketing
(ii) four compulsory senior units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
skills are used to sell products and services, obtain support for
charities, persuade people to improve their lives, which many health • AGEC2101 Market and Price Analysis
campaigns aim to achieve. • AGEC2103 Production Economics
• AGEC3102 Agricultural and Resource Policy
Students are taught to understand customer needs through extensive • AGEC3103 Applied Optimisation.
research, apply this information to new ideas for products and services
and develop creative ways to communicate these offerings through (iii) a minimum of 12 credit points of elective senior 4000-level units
advertising and other types of media. of study selected from the Agricultural Economics options specified
in the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Handbook.
The curriculum is grounded in the real world and emphasises team
building, role-playing, and other interactive exercises. This approach For details of all available unit options for the Agricultural Economics
helps students develop confidence and skill in the areas of business major, students should refer to the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and
planning and problem solving, public presentations, and social Natural Resources Handbook. (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/) or the
interaction. relevant unit of study table in the Tables of undergraduate units of
study.
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows: Business Information Systems
This major aims to meet the increasing demand for professionals who
• MKTG1001 Marketing Principles possess the business acumen to understand a company's business
systems and information needs, and who also have a technological
awareness to ensure that the right information systems support is
• MKTG2112 Consumer Behaviour available. Businesses need these professionals to help them harness
• MKTG2113 Marketing Research the power of modern technology in business operations, improve their
• MKTG3118 Marketing Strategy and Planning. capacity for management decision making and capitalise on the use
of network based information sharing.
selected from the following options: The primary emphasis of the major is on the ways in which information
and communications technologies, databases and enterprise
• MKTG2010 Marketing Channels and Logistics *
information systems can be strategically used for business process
• MKTG3110 Electronic Marketing *
improvement and business innovation. It encourages students to
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develop the ability to contribute to the decision-making, design and For details of all available unit options for the Computer Science major,
implementation of business process change, and to manage business students should refer to the Faculty of Science handbook.
improvement and information systems projects in organisations. (sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or the relevant unit of study table in the
Tables of undergraduate units of study.
For the award of a major in Business Information Systems,
students complete: Econometrics
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows: Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details.
• INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation. Economics
(ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows: Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details.
• INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement Finance

• INFS2020 Business Process Modelling and Improvement. Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details.
(iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points) Financial Mathematics and Statistics
selected from the following: This is an interdisciplinary major offered by the Faculty of Science
and consists of several core units and a number of elective units from
• INFS2010 Digital Information Design and Management
• INFS2030 e-Commerce Business Management mathematics, statistics and information technologies.
• INFS3030 Information Protection and Assurance
The Financial Mathematics and Statistics major is designed to meet
• INFS3040 Enterprise Systems and Integrated Business
• INFS3050 Business Intelligence for Managers the need for high-level quantitative and modelling skills in the banking,
• INFS3060 Managing Digital Innovation Projects insurance, stockbroking and finance industries. Graduates with strong
• INFS3080 Business Information Systems Project mathematical and statistics backgrounds are in demand.
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details Core units of study in Financial Mathematics introduce students to
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. important financial concepts within a mathematical and statistical
framework. Core mathematics and statistics units of study provide the
Commercial Law technical base that is required by a quantitative analyst, while the
Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details. elective units of study offer increased flexibility and additional
opportunities to develop related skills.
Computer Science
The School of Information Technologies offers this major. For the award of a major in Financial Mathematics and
Statistics, students complete:
Computer Science is the scientific discipline that has grown out of the (i) a minimum of 12 credit points in junior units of study selected from
use of computers to manage and transform information. It is concerned the following:
with the design of computers, their applications in science, government
and business, and the formal and theoretical properties, which can • MATH1001 Differential Calculus; OR MATH1901 Differential
Calculus (Advanced)
be shown to characterise these applications.
• MATH1002 Linear Algebra; OR MATH1902 Linear Algebra
The current research interests in the school include algorithms, (Advanced)
• MATH1003 Integral Calculus and Modelling; OR MATH1903
bioinformatics, data management, data mining and machine learning,
Integral Calculus and Modelling Advanced
internetworking, wireless networks, network computing, biomedical • MATH1005 Statistics; OR MATH1905 Statistics (Advanced).
image processing, parallel and distributed computing, user-adaptive
systems and information visualisation. (ii) 18 credit points in compulsory intermediate (2000-level) units of
study, as follows:
The school has a range of computers and specialised laboratories for
its teaching and research. • MATH2070 Optimisation and Financial Mathematics; OR
MATH2970 Optimisation and Financial Mathematics Adv
For the award of a major in Computer Science, students • STAT2011 Statistical Models; OR STAT2911 Probability and
complete: Statistical Models (Adv)
(i) a minimum of 12 credit points in junior (1000-level) units of study • STAT2012 Statistical Tests; OR STAT2912 Statistical Tests
selected from the ‘Computer Science’ options specified in the Faculty (Advanced).
of Science Handbook.
(iii) 18 credit points in compulsory senior (3000-level) units of study,
It is recommended that students complete the following units as their as follows:
junior unit requirements for the major:
• MATH3075 Financial Mathematics; OR MATH3975 Financial
• INFO1103 Introduction to Programming; OR INFO1903 Mathematics (Advanced)
Informatics (Advanced) • STAT3011 Stochastic Processes and Time Series; OR STAT3911
• INFO1105 Data Structures; OR INFO1905 Data Structures Stochastic Processes and Time Series Adv
(Advanced). • STAT3012 Applied Linear Models; OR STAT3912 Applied Linear
Models Advanced.
(ii) a minimum of 24 credit points in intermediate (2000-level) elective
units of study selected from the intermediate Computer Science unit (iv) a minimum of six credit points in elective senior (3000-level) units
options specified in the Faculty of Science Handbook of study selected from the elective senior Financial Mathematics unit
options specified in the Faculty of Science Handbook.
(iii) a minimum of 24 credit points in elective senior (3000-level) units
of study selected from the senior Computer Science unit options For details of all available unit options for the Financial Mathematics
specified in the Faculty of Science Handbook, including the following and Statistics major, students should refer to the Faculty of Science
units of study: handbook. (sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or the relevant unit of study
table in the Tables of undergraduate units of study.
• COMP3615 Software Development Project
• INFO3402 Management of IT Projects and Systems. Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management
Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details.
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International Business (ii) a minimum of 12 credit points in intermediate (2000-level) ‘MATH’

Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details. units of study selected from the intermediate Mathematics unit options
specified in the Faculty of Science Handbook.
Government and International Relations
This major is offered through the Department of Government and (iii) a minimum of 24 credit points in senior (3000-level) ‘MATH’ units
International Relations which is part of the School of Social and of study selected from the senior Mathematics unit options specified
Political Sciences in the Faculty of Arts. in the Faculty of Science Handbook.
Government and International Relations is a comprehensive political For details of all available unit options for this major, students should
science department. It offers systematic and extended study in all refer to the Faculty of Science handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks)
major aspects of government and politics in the many forms each or the relevant unit of study table in the Tables of undergraduate units
takes. It covers national, comparative, and international. It focuses of study.
on Australian politics: parties, federalism, and elections; it considers
Operations Management and Decision Sciences
regional relations with particular reference to Asia and the Pacific; it
examines the international systems of state and other actors in Operations Management and Decision Sciences introduces students
international relations. Students are invited to follow their interest to the management of operations; the processes that add value for a
through the range of elective units the Department offers. These customer. Operations have become increasingly important in the
electives include Australian politics, Australian foreign and defence business world and are a major area of employment.
policy, international relations, international business and politics, the At the same time, this major equips students with a structured
state and the economy, politics in Asia and the Pacific, American approach to decision-making in business and managerial situations,
politics, European politics, communist and post-communist systems, where choice between alternatives is complex and can involve a
public policy and public management, international security, human difficult trade-off between multiple objectives.
rights, political institutions, political theory, and more.
The major focuses on significant decisions that can be addressed in
For the award of a major in Government and International an objective fashion through quantitative modelling and analysis,
Relations, students complete: combined with an understanding of the problem at hand. Such skills
(i) two junior (1000-level) ‘GOVT’ unit of study (12 credit points) are repeatedly required in contemporary management.
selected from the junior Government and International Relations unit
options specified in the Faculty of Arts Handbook. A range of electives are offered in this major, enabling students to
select either topics in operations management or topics in decision
(ii) a minimum of six elective senior ‘GOVT’ units of study (36 credit sciences.
points) selected from the Government and International Relations unit
options specified in the Faculty of Arts Handbook. * For the award of a major in Operations Management and
Decision Sciences students complete:
* Note. Students may also complete a maximum of 12 credit points (i) two junior units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
in cross-listed non-‘GOVT’ senior units of study as electives for this
major . For details of all non-'GOVT' units of study that may be • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
cross-listed with this major, see the Faculty of Arts website: • ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B.
(sydney.edu.au/arts/downloads/documents/Cross-listed.pdf).
For details of all available unit options for the Government and
• ECMT2620 Management Science
International Relations major, students should refer to the Faculty of
• ECMT2630 Managerial Decision Making
Arts handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or the relevant unit of • ECMT2640 Operations Management
study table in the Tables of undergraduate units of study. • ECMT3610 Management Science Models and Methods.
Management (iii) a minimum of two senior elective units of study (12 credit points)
Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details. selected from the following options:
Marketing • ECMT2110 Regression Modelling

Refer to 'Major I subject areas' for details. • ECMT2120 Analysis of Discrete Choice Data
• ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics
Mathematics • ECMT3110 Econometric Models and Methods
• ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics
This major is offered by the School of Mathematics and Statistics, in
the Faculty of Science. • ECMT3180 Business Risk Management
• ECMT3640 Project Planning and Management.
The School of Mathematics and Statistics offers units of study in
Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Statistics and Pure Mathematics. Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
Junior units of study cover a range of topics in mathematics and of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
statistics and are offered at three levels: Life Sciences, Normal and
Advanced, to suit various levels of previous knowledge. Political Economy
This major is offered through the Department of Political Economy
Intermediate, senior and honours units of study are mostly provided
which is part of the School of Social and Political Sciences in the
within one of the subject areas of Applied Mathematics, Mathematical
Faculty of Arts.
Statistics and Pure Mathematics. Full details about the extensive
range of units offered and prerequisites can be obtained from the Studies in Political Economy are a focal point for critical inquiry into
School of Mathematics and Statistics, the Science handbook or from contemporary economic issues, taking account of their connections
the website (sydney.edu.au/science/maths/Teaching.html). with social, political and environmental concerns. Political Economy
is an excellent background for a wide range of careers such as
For the award of a major in Mathematics, students complete:
journalism and the media, economic research, teaching, public service
(i) a minimum of 12 credit points in junior (1000-level) 'MATH' units
and management.
of study selected from the junior Mathematics unit options specified
in the Faculty of Science Handbook. Political economists study the relationship between the main players
in the economy, like transnational corporations, small businesses,
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national governments, consumers and trade unions. To get a good Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
understanding of how the economy works, they draw on different (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
currents of economic thought - from the birth of capitalism to the amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
modern globalisation era. They study the sources of economic power and Plagiarism.
and how that power is used to change the lives of millions of people.
Course resolutions
Students seeking some general knowledge of economic issues to
accompany their studies in other subjects in the humanities or social 1 Course codes
sciences can take introductory units in their first year. Others who
want to go on to more thorough study of the subject may consider Code Course and stream title
taking a major in Political Economy. FH019 Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies)
For the award of a major in Political Economy, students FH043 Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) (Honours)
complete:
(i) two junior units of study (12 credit points) as follows:
• ECOP1001 Economics as a Social Science
• ECOP1003 International Economy and Finance; OR ECOP1004
Economy and Society.
(ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows: 3 Admission to candidature
• ECOP2011 Economics of Modern Capitalism Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school
• ECOP2612 Economic Policy in Global Context. leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate
(iii) a minimum of four senior elective ‘ECOP’ units of study (24 credit or an approved preparation program. English language
points) selected from the senior unit options specified under the requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by
Political Economy major in the Faculty of Arts Handbook. sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission
For details of all available unit options for this major, students should possess a school leaving qualification, educationally
refer to the Faculty of Arts handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or disadvantaged applicants and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait
the relevant unit of study table in the Tables of undergraduate units Islander people. Applicants are ranked by merit and offers for
of study. available places are issued according to the ranking. Details of
Additional majors
Students have the choice to complete an additional major from 4 Requirements for award
Economics and Business or possibly from another faculty of the
University of Sydney (depending on credit point restrictions and (1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
Economics and Business, Table A in the Faculty of Arts and
major from the Faculty of Arts may be completed. Students can Table 1 in the Faculty of Science.
complete a maximum of 84 credit points from outside of the Faculty (2) To qualify for the award of the pass degree, a candidate must
of Economics and Business within the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal successfully complete 192 credit points, comprising:
Studies) - including required Arts and Science units and any other (a) 12 credit points of junior core units of study; and
faculty 'Major II' option. (b) a minimum of 24 credit points of units of study from
Table A in the Faculty of Arts; and
Students should refer to the other faculties handbooks for details of (c) a minimum of 12 credit points of units of study from
available major areas of study and unit of study requirements Table 1 in the Faculty of Science; and
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks). (d) one major from Major I subject areas listed below;
and
Units of study the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal (e) one major from Major II subject areas listed below;
and
Studies) (f) a maximum of 96 credit points of junior units of study;
For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled and
in the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) in 2011, please refer (g) a minimum of 108 credit points of units of study from
to the Economics and Business, Agriculture, Arts and Science unit of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
study tables in the Tables of undergraduate units of study.
5 Majors
For descriptions of the Economics and Business units, refer to the
Undergraduate unit of study descriptions. For descriptions of the (1) Completion of two majors is a requirement of the course.
Faculty of Arts, Agriculture or Science units, refer to other relevant One major must be selected from Major I subject areas and
faculty handbooks (sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or the Online Unit of one major from Major II subject areas. A major requires the
Study Handbook (ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp). completion of a minimum of 36 senior credit points chosen
from units of study listed for that major in the Faculty of
Economics Handbook. Units of study counted towards one
major may not count toward any other major completed.
Course rules and resolutions (2) Major I subject areas:
(a) Accounting
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) (b)
(c)
Commercial Law
Econometrics
(d) Economics
Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) (e) Finance
(Honours) (f) Industrial Relations and Human Resource
Management
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable (g) International Business
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) (h) Management
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework (i) Marketing
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(3) Major II subject areas:

(a) Any major from Major I subject areas
(b) Agricultural Economics*
(c) Business Information Systems
(d) Computer Science*
(e) Financial Mathematics and Statistics*
(f) Government and International Relations*
(g) Mathematics*
(h) Operations Management and Decision Sciences
(i) Political Economy*
*These majors are offered through other faculties and if
completed count towards the non-Economics and Business
credit point total - maximum of 84 credit points.
6 Progression rules
Candidates must enrol in the 12 credit points of junior core units
of study within the first year of enrolment.

the pass degree. Part time study is permitted if approved by
the administering Discipline or Department.
8 Award of the degree

The Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) is awarded in the
grades of either Pass or Honours.The honours degree is awarded
in classes according to the rules specified in the Resolutions of
beyond this time.
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11. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Economics
The Bachelor of Economics degrees offered by the Faculty of • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
Economics and Business are as follows: • ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B.
Senior units of study (12 credit points)

1. Bachelor of Economics
2. Bachelor of Economics (Honours) Intermediate Microeconomics Honours
• ECOS2002 Intermediate Macroeconomics; OR ECOS2902
For details of the combined Bachelor of Economics degrees, please Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours.
refer to the individual combined Economics degree sections.
Overview of the degree Compulsory major
Course CRICOS Degree Degree title Students in the Bachelor of Economics complete a major (minimum
code code abbreviation of 36 senior credit points) in at least one of the following subject areas:
FH029 003336G BEc Bachelor of Economics • Economics
FH040 036739D BEc(Hons) Bachelor of Economics (Honours) • Econometrics
• Financial Economics.
The reach and impact of economic issues and events makes the
Bachelor of Economics one of the most versatile and important For full details of the requirements for these majors, please refer to
programs of study available. Students complete a major in Economics ‘Bachelor of Economics subject areas for majors and electives’.
or Econometrics and may combine this with majors in areas as diverse
as finance, international business and marketing.The career prospects
Other majors and electives
are just as diverse, and opportunities range over both the private and Students can choose to complete an optional second major and/or
public sectors. The Bachelor of Economics encourages students to electives from the Faculty of Economics and Business or any other
concentrate their studies in a range of subject areas, which are of faculty of the University of Sydney (subject to approval by the faculty
central importance to the academic Discipline of Economics and to of intended study and degree requirements).
some of the specialised career patterns for graduates in Economics. In most cases, a major in these subject areas requires the completion
Credit points required for completion and duration of at least 36 credit points in senior (or intermediate and senior) units
of study (usually six units). Students should note that the exact
Degree title Credit Duration (minimum) requirements differ between subject areas. Senior units of study may
points only be counted towards one major.
Bachelor of Economics 144 3 years full-time
A maximum of 48 credit points in units of study (both junior and senior)
Bachelor of Economics 192 4 years full-time from outside the Faculty of Economics and Business may be selected
(Honours)
in the Bachelor of Economics (arranged as either a major or as
Note: Part-time study is also available for these degrees. electives).
Economics and Business subject areas for majors and

Degree structure and progression electives
Degree requirements The following list shows the subject areas from the Faculty of
Economics and Business available for students enrolled in the
To be awarded the Bachelor of Economics, students complete a total
Bachelor of Economics.
of 144 credit points, comprising:
• Accounting
• six core units of study (36 credit points), comprising four junior
(24 credit points) and two senior (12 credit points) units
• Commercial Law
• a major in Economics, Econometrics or Financial Economics
• Econometrics
• a maximum of 60 credit points in junior (1000 level) units of study
• Economics
• a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty
• Finance
of Economics and Business (a maximum of 48 credit points in
• Financial Economics
units from another faculty).
Requirements for the degree with honours • International Business
• Management
To be awarded the Bachelor of Economics with Honours, meritorious • Marketing
students must complete an additional honours year of study. Honours • Operations Management and Decision Sciences.
study is offered in most of the subject areas available to students
enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics. For details of the requirements For full details of the requirements for these majors, please refer to
for the entry into and for the completion of the Honours Year in this ‘Bachelor of Economics subject areas for majors and electives’.
program, please refer to sydney.edu.au/business/honours.
Core units of study

Junior units of study (24 credit points)
• ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics

Professional accreditation requirements Degree progressions

Within the Bachelor of Economics, students may choose to pursue a The following tables illustrate degree progression examples of the
program of study, which would allow them to seek accreditation with three options for students under this degree based upon the
particular professional bodies. compulsory major chosen:
Professional accounting accreditation (CPA and ICAA) • Option I: Major in Economics

Completion of an accredited degree is a recognised pathway to a • Option II: Major in Econometrics
career in professional accounting. The Bachelor of Economics has • Option III: Major in Financial Economics.
been accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered
These tables show each option and illustrate a degree progression
Accountants in Australia.
example for a student enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics on a
To meet minimum accreditation requirements of these organisations, full-time basis completing units of study with a total value of 24 credit
students complete the following units of study: points per semester for both options. It is recommended that students
follow one of these example options.
• ACCT1001 Accounting 1A, OR ACCT1005 Accounting, Business
and Society * In these degree progression examples, core units of study and
• ACCT1002 Accounting 1B, OR ACCT1006 Accounting and compulsory majors for the Bachelor of Economics are indicated in
Financial Management * bold type. (Note: In these examples, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
• ACCT2011 Financial Accounting A 'Semester' and 'E&B' is an abbreviation for 'Economics and Business').
• ACCT2012 Management Accounting A
• ACCT3011 Financial Accounting B Option I: Major in Economics
• ACCT3012 Management Accounting B
• ACCT3014 Auditing and Assurance Year Sem Units of study
• CLAW1001 Foundations of Business Law
1 1 ECON1001 ECMT1010 E&B junior junior
• CLAW2201 Corporations Law Introductory Business and (major or (major or
• CLAW3201 Australian Taxation System Microeconomics Economic elective) elective)
• FINC2011 Corporate Finance I. Statistics A
2 ECON1002 ECMT1020 E&B junior junior
* Note. At the time of publication of this handbook, an application was Introductory Business and (major or (major or
Macroeconomics Economic elective) elective)
in process to seek approval from the professional accrediting bodies Statistics B
to substitute ACCT1005 and ACCT1006 for ACCT1001 and
2 1 ECOS2001 E&B senior senior senior
ACCT1002. Please check the Faculty website for the latest information Intermediate (major or (major or (major or
(sydney.edu.au/business/accounting/professional_accreditation. Microeconomics elective) elective) elective)
2 ECOS2002 E&B senior senior senior
For CPA Australia accreditation, in addition to the units already listed, Intermediate (major or (major or (major or
students complete the following additional four units of study (24 credit Macroeconomics elective) elective) elective)
points): 3 1 Economics Economics E&B senior senior
senior senior (major or (major or
(major) (major) elective) elective)
• ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics 2 Economics Economics E&B senior senior
senior senior (major or (major or
• ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics (major) (major) elective) elective)
• INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement.
Option II: Major in Econometrics
Note: From 2004, CPA Australia has allowed students the option of
completing auditing and taxation units of study as part of their degree Year Sem Units of study
at university or as postgraduate studies within the CPA program.
1 1 ECMT1010 ECON1001 E&B junior junior
Business and Introductory (major or (major or
Australian Computer Society (ACS) accreditation Economic Microeconomics elective) elective)
Students planning to satisfy the professional accreditation Statistics A
requirements for the ACS should include in their degree a prescribed 2 ECMT1020 ECON1002 E&B junior junior
set of units of study, including a major in Business Information Systems Business and Introductory (major or (major or
Economic Macroeconomics elective) elective)
(at least 42 credit points in senior units of study). The required units Statistics B
of study are listed below: 2 1 ECMT2110 ECOS2001 senior senior
Regression Intermediate (major or (major or
• INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation Modelling Microeconomics elective) elective)
• INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement 2 Econometrics ECOS2002 senior senior
• INFS2020 Business Process Modelling and Improvement senior (major) Intermediate (major or (major or
• INFS3040 Enterprise Systems and Integrated Business; and Macroeconomics elective) elective)
• four additional senior 'INFS' coded elective units of study including 3 1 ECMT3110 Econometrics E&B senior senior
two more 'INFS' units at 3000-level. (See listings under the Econometrics senior (major) (major or (major or
'Business Information Systems' subject area for available units Models and elective) elective)
Methods
of study).
2 Econometrics Econometrics E&B senior senior
senior (major) senior (major) (major or (major or
Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) accreditation elective) elective)
All undergraduate degrees incorporating a major in Industrial Relations
and Human Resource Management are AHRI-accredited. Students
wishing to satisfy the requirements for professional membership of
AHRI should complete an Industrial Relations and Human Resource
Management major as part of their degree. The required units of study
for the major are listed under 'Industrial Relations and Human
Resource Management' in 'Bachelor of Economics subject areas for
majors and electives'.
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Option III: Major in Financial Economics Compulsory major subject areas for the Bachelor of
Economics
Year Sem Units of study Students complete at least one of these majors for the award of their
1 1 ECON1001 ECMT1010 E&B junior junior degree.
Introductory Business and (major or (major or
Microeconomics Economic elective) elective) Economics
Statistics A
Economics provides a valuable understanding of the overall context
2 ECON1002 ECON1020 E&B junior junior
Introductory Business and (major or (major or of business and government, and the technical skills to analyse
Macroeconomics Economic elective) elective) economic and social data and events. It equips students to work on
StatisticsB
economic and social policy. It also provides key capabilities for
2 1 ECOS2001 ECMT2110 senior senior students who wish to work in business fields such as financial markets,
Intermediate Regression (major or (major or
Microecometrics Modelling elective) elective) marketing, transport and logistics, international trade and consulting
2 ECOS2002 ECMT2130 senior senior or the media.
Intermediate Financial (major or (major or
Macroecometrics Econometrics elective) elective) Economics at Sydney is a significant and influential grouping within
3 1 ECOS3022 Financial E&B senior senior the discipline in Australia. It is an important centre of policy analysis
The Economics Economics (major or (major or and review and one of the most important training grounds for
of Financial senior (major) elective) elective)
Markets economists within the region.
2 Financial Financial E&B senior senior
Economics Economics (major or (major or For the award of a major in Economics students complete:
senior (major) senior (major) elective) elective) (i) four junior prerequisite units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
Please Note: The information listed in these examples is based on • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
the unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only. • ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course • ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
in different sequences to those which are listed (including enrolling in • ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics.
and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need • ECOS2001 Intermediate Microeconomics; OR ECOS2901
any assistance in planning their progression in their course. Intermediate Microeconomics Honours
The Faculty of Economics and Business website gives other illustrative Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours.
examples of sequences of units of study for specific major
combinations in this degree. This information can be found at (iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points)
sydney.edu.au/business/course/BEc/. selected from the following options, with at least three at 3000-level
(18 credit points):
For full details of the requirements for these majors please refer to
‘Majors in the Bachelor of Economics’. • ECOS2201 Economics of Competition and Strategy
• ECOS2306 Managerial Firms: Evolutions and Attributes
Bachelor of Economics subject areas for majors • ECOS2903 Mathematical Economics A
• ECOS3002 Development Economics
and electives • ECOS3003 Hierarchies, Incentives and Firm Structure
Students select their majors and electives from the following subject • ECOS3004 History of Economic Thought
areas. • ECOS3005 Industrial Organisation
In relation to the subject areas, please note the following: • ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics
• All units of study listing under the following subject areas are • ECOS3010 Monetary Economics
worth six credit points unless indicated otherwise • ECOS3011 Public Finance
• Junior units of study (1000 level) may be used to meet the • ECOS3012 Strategic Behaviour
prerequisite requirements for more than one major • ECOS3015 Law and Economics
• Senior (or in some cases intermediate and senior) units of study • ECOS3016 Experimental and Behavioural Economics
(2000 and 3000 level) can only be used to meet the requirements • ECOS3017 Health Economics
for one major (i.e. cannot be 'double counted' or counted twice) • ECOS3018 Economics of Growth
• Information relating to prerequisites/corequisite requirements and • ECOS3019 Capital and Dynamics
unit of study availability in 2011 can be found in the Tables of • ECOS3020 Special Topic in Economics
undergraduate units of study, in this handbook. As the availability • ECOS3021 Business Cycles and Asset Markets
of units of study may change, students are advised to check the • ECOS3022 The Economics of Financial Markets
faculty website (sydney.edu.au/business) regularly as it contains • ECOS3901 Advanced Microeconomics
the most up to date information on unit of study availability as • ECOS3902 Advanced Macroeconomics
well as timetabling information for each unit of study that is • ECOS3903 Applied Economics.
currently offered
• The units of study listing under the following subject areas were The units ECOS3901, ECOS3902, ECOS3903 require the completion
approved for 2011 at the time of printing this handbook. As this of additional prerequisites/corequisites outside of those prerequisite
information can change, students may include any units of study units of study listed for this major.
that are approved and appear under these subject areas in
subsequent years’ handbooks as part of their major/s or as Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
electives. of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
The following information relates to the majors available in the Faculty
of Economics and Business. Requirements for majors from other
faculties can be found in the relevant other faculty handbook
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks).
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Econometrics For the award of a major in Financial Economics, students

Econometrics applies mathematical and statistical techniques to the complete:
analysis of business and economic data. There has always been a (i) four junior prerequisite units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
strong demand for graduates with quantitative skills. The impact of
information technology means there are huge data sets now available,
such as data sets of financial market activity or of consumer markets • ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
via supermarket scanning. • ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics.
This adds considerably to the high-level prospects for graduates with (ii) three compulsory senior units of study (18 credit points), as follows:
the quantitative skills to deal with the potential of the data, such as in
the analysis of energy demand, greenhouse gas emissions, • ECOS2002 Intermediate Macroeconomics; OR ECOS2902
international trade flows or consumer behaviour. Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours
• ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics *
For the award of a major in Econometrics students complete: • ECOS3022 The Economics of Financial Markets
(i) two junior prerequisite units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
* This unit requires the completion of ECMT2110 Regression Modelling
• ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A as a prerequisite.
• ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B.
(ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows: selected from the following:
• ECMT2110 Regression Modelling • ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business

• ECMT3110 Econometric Models and Methods. • ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets
• ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics
(iii) one senior elective unit of study (six credit points) selected from • ECOS3010 Monetary Economics
the following: • ECOS3019 Capital and Dynamics
• ECOS3021 Business Cycles and Asset Markets
• ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics • FINC3021 Mathematical Finance
• ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets Note: Some additional prerequisites, including ECMT2110, from
• ECMT3170 Computational Econometrics # outside of the major will be required for certain compulsory units and
for options on the list of electives for this major.
(iv) a minimum of three senior unit of study (18 credit points) selected
from the following. (Only two of these elective units (12 credit points) Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
may be selected from those marked with an “*”): of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
• ECMT2120 Analysis of Discrete Choice Data Additional major subject areas for the Bachelor of
• ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics Economics
• ECMT2620 Management Science*
Students can complete an additional major from those listed above
• ECMT2630 Managerial Decision Making*
• ECMT2640 Operations Management* (compulsory) or from any other the following major areas of study.
• ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business Accounting
• ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets An accounting qualification provides capability and credibility across
• ECMT3160 Statistical Modelling # a broad spectrum of careers. It opens the door to many other markets
• ECMT3170 Computational Econometrics # and professions where the ability to understand and interpret financial
• ECMT3180 Business Risk Management information is the key capability.
• ECMT3610 Management Science Models and Methods*
• ECMT3640 Project Planning and Management* For the award of a major in Accounting, students complete:
(i) three junior prerequisite units of study (18 credit points), as follows:
Units of study marked with an "#" will not be offered for 2011.
• ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details • ACCT1006 Accounting and Financial Management
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. • ECMT1010 Business and Economics Statistics A.
Financial Economics (ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
This major is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of
Economics and related combined degrees. • ACCT2011 Financial Accounting A
• ACCT2012 Management Accounting A.
Financial Economics provides a valuable understanding of the
(iii) a minimum of 24 credit points in elective senior units of study
economic models used in finance as well as the econometric skills to
selected from the following:
apply the models to financial markets. The major also focuses on the
development of technical skills to analyse financial and economic data • ACCT3011 Financial Accounting B
and events. The major in Financial Economics is not intended to be • ACCT3012 Management Accounting B
a substitute for the Finance major nor the Economics major. Some • ACCT3013 Financial Statement Analysis
students may find the proposed major would be a good complement • ACCT3014 Auditing and Assurance
to the Finance major offered by the Discipline of Finance. Students • ACCT3031 International Corporate Governance
wanting to work in the finance sector should consider doing the • ACCT3032 Current Issues in Management Accounting
Finance major. • ACCT3098 Accounting Honours Preparation A (3 credit points)
• ACCT3099 Accounting Honours Preparation B (3 credit points)
Students are able to complete a major in Finance, Economics, • CLAW2201 Corporations Law.
Econometrics or Financial Mathematics (amongst other options),
The units ACCT3098 and ACCT3099 are worth three credit points
alongside a major in Financial Economics; however, no subjects, at
each. If students wish to include these units as part of their major,
the senior level, can be double counted towards two different majors.
they would need to complete at least five elective units of study to
meet elective requirements. CLAW2201 requires the completion of
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additional prerequisites outside the prerequisite units listed for this (ii) a minimum of six senior elective units of study (36 credit points)
major. selected from the following:
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details • CLAW2201 Corporations Law
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. • CLAW2202 Business Failure and Restructuring
• CLAW2203 Regulation of Capital Markets
Business Information Systems • CLAW2204 Banking and Finance Law
This major aims to meet the increasing demand for professionals who • CLAW2205 Competition and Consumer Law
• CLAW2206 Legal Issues in e-Commerce *
possess the business acumen to understand a company's business
systems and information needs, and who also have a technological • CLAW2208 Business Regulation, Risk and Compliance
awareness to ensure that the right information systems support is • CLAW2209 Intellectual Property for Business
available. Businesses need these professionals to help them harness • CLAW2210 Chinese Tax
the power of modern technology in business operations, improve their • CLAW3201 Australian Taxation System
capacity for management decision making and capitalise on the use • CLAW3202 Tax Strategies for Business
of network based information sharing. • CLAW3204 Capital Raising and Management
• CLAW3206 Regulation of Mergers and Acquisitions
The primary emphasis of the major is on the ways in which information • CLAW3207 Legal Regulation of Employment.
and communications technologies, databases and enterprise
information systems can be strategically used for business process Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
improvement and business innovation. It encourages students to
develop the ability to contribute to the decision-making, design and
implementation of business process change, and to manage business
improvement and information systems projects in organisations. Econometrics
For the award of a major in Business Information Systems, Refer to 'Compulsory major subject areas for the Bachelor of
students complete: Economics' for details.
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows: Economics
• INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation. Refer to 'Compulsory major subject areas for the Bachelor of
Economics' for details.
Finance
• INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement The Discipline of Finance works in partnership with the Australian
• INFS2020 Business Process Modelling and Improvement.
Stock Exchange, the Sydney Futures Exchange, the Australian
(iii) a minimum of four senior elective units of study (24 credit points) Financial Markets Association and several of the largest banking,
selected from the following: broking, accounting and funds management businesses in the region.
A sound knowledge of finance is important for graduates in a wide
• INFS2010 Digital Information Design and Management range of commerce/economics disciplines.
• INFS2030 e-Commerce Business Management
• INFS3030 Information Protection and Assurance The units offered are designed to integrate a variety of practical
• INFS3040 Enterprise Systems and Integrated Business applications with essential theory and financial reasoning skills.
• INFS3050 Business Intelligence for Managers
• INFS3060 Managing Digital Innovation Projects For the award of a major in Finance students complete:
• INFS3080 Business Information Systems Project (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points)*, as follows:
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A.
* It is strongly recommended that students who wish to complete a
Commercial Law Finance major also complete ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics
Business operates in an increasingly complex regulatory environment and ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics in their first year of
which impacts on all business activity. The Commercial Law major enrolment.
environment: each of the specialist units build on the foundation unit,
Foundations of Business Law, and addresses an area of contemporary • FINC2011 Corporate Finance I
business significance. The wide range of units offered in the • FINC2012 Corporate Finance II
Commercial Law major enables students to specialise in • FINC3017 Investments and Portfolio Management
corporate/finance law, in taxation law or in business law.
(iii) a minimum of 18 credit points of senior elective units of study (a
The Commercial Law major does not provide a qualification for minimum of three units) selected from the following options:
admission to the professional practice of law as a solicitor or barrister.
It nevertheless meets the increasing demand for business • FINC2192 Finance 2 Honours (3 credit points)
professionals with a mature understanding of the regulatory regime, • FINC3011 International Financial Management
• FINC3012 Derivative Securities
and its commercial impact, relevant to their area of specialisation. It
• FINC3013 Mergers and Acquisitions
is also an attractive specialisation for students looking to a professional • FINC3014 Trading and Dealing in Security Markets
career in the growing area of regulatory compliance. • FINC3015 Financial Valuation: Case Study Approach
• FINC3018 Bank Financial Management
For the award of a major in Commercial Law students • FINC3019 Fixed Income Securities
complete: • FINC3020 Financial Risk Management
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows: • FINC3021 Mathematical Finance
• FINC3193 Finance 3 Honours (Corporate Finance) (3 credit
• CLAW1001 Foundations of Business Law. points)
• FINC3194 Finance 3 Honours (Securities Markets)(3 credit
points).
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The units FINC2192, FINC3193 and FINC3194 are worth three (not (ii) four compulsory senior units of study (24 credit points), as follows:
six) credit points. Students who complete these units may need to
complete additional senior units of study to meet the 24-credit points • IBUS2101 International Business Strategy
• IBUS2102 Cross-Cultural Management
of senior elective units of study requirement for a Finance major.
Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details • IBUS3102 International Risk Management.
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. (iii) a minimum of two senior elective units of study (12 credit points)
Financial Economics selected from the following options:
Refer to 'Compulsory major subject areas for the Bachelor of • ACCT3031 International Corporate Governance
Economics' for details. • CISS2001 Business in the Global Environment
• ECOP3012 Global Political Economy
Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management • ECOP3014 Political Economy of Development
A major in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management • ECOS3006 International Trade
has two strands: the theory and practice of relations between • ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics
employers, employees, unions and government; as well as the • FINC3011 International Financial Management
• GOVT2210 International Risk Analysis *
management of people within an organisation, including recruitment,
• GOVT2221 Politics of International Economic Relations
selection, remuneration, appraisal, and training and development. • GOVT2225 International Security in the 21st Century
This professional major can include a work experience program with • IBUS3103 Global Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
placements in unions, employer organisations, companies and • IBUS3104 Ethical International Business Decisions
government. • IBUS3106 International Business Special Project
For the award of a major in Industrial Relations and Human • MKTG3116 International Marketing
Resource Management students complete: • WORK2217 International Human Resource Management
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), as follows: • WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations
• Senior language units of study (2000 or 3000 level) from the
• WORK1003 Foundations of Work and Employment. Faculty of Arts
(ii) two compulsory senior units of study (12 credit points), as follows: Units marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
• WORK2203 Industrial Relations Policy Students should note that almost all senior elective units of study
• WORK2205 Human Resource Processes require the completion of additional prerequisites outside of those
(iii) at least four senior elective units of study (24 credit points) selected
from the following: Note: Students who choose to include Political Economy (ECOP),
Government and International Relations (GOVT) or language units
• WORK2209 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour
• WORK2210 Strategic Management from the Faculty of Arts must meet the prerequisite requirements for
• WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies these units of study as set out in the Faculty of Arts Handbook
• WORK2215 IR and HRM Practice (sydney.edu.au/handbooks). The number of units students can
• WORK2217 International Human Resource Management complete from another faculty (non-Economics and Business) are
• WORK2218 People and Organisations restricted (refer to individual degree rules for details). For example,
• WORK2219 Management and Organisational Ethics students in the combined Law programs cannot complete any units
• WORK2221 Organisational Communication from outside of the Faculty of Economics and Business as electives
• WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations for this major.
• WORK2225 Work and Society Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for details
• WORK2226 Institutions at Work * of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
• WORK3921 Theories of Work and Organisations Management
• WORK3922 Researching Work and Organisations.
Management is the process of planning, organising, leading and
Units marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011. controlling the efforts of organisational members and using resources
inside and outside the organisation to achieve set objectives.
of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements. A Management major draws on subjects from a number of disciplines
in the faculty and develops a sound understanding of managing the
International Business internal processes of organisations and the relationship between
The International Business major is designed to provide students with organisations and their environments.
knowledge and skills relevant to the development, strategy and
management of international business organisations and the
For the award of a major in Management students complete:
institutional context for their development, growth and operation. (i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points) from the
Faculty of Economics and Business. The junior unit selected maybe
For the award of a major in International Business students a core unit or an optional junior unit which may be a prerequisite for
complete: an elective option under this major.
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), that must
be: (a) be offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business; or (b) (ii) three compulsory senior units of study (18 credit points), as follows:
be part of Bachelor of Economics and Social Sciences or the Bachelor • WORK2201 Foundations of Management
of International and Global Studies or the Bachelor of International • WORK2210 Strategic Management
Studies (for students enrolled in these degrees only). * • WORK2218 People and Organisations.
* Students who do not meet the requirements in (a) or (b) may (iii) a minimum of three senior elective units of study (18 credit points)
complete two alternative junior units approved by the Chair of selected from the following options:
Discipline of International Business.
• ECOS3003 Hierarchies, Incentives and Firm Structure
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• ECOS3005 Industrial Organisation where choice between alternatives is complex and can involve a
• ECOS3008 Labour Economics difficult trade-off between multiple objectives.
• WORK2205 Human Resources Processes The major focuses on significant decisions that can be addressed in
• WORK2209 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour an objective fashion through quantitative modelling and analysis,
• WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies combined with an understanding of the problem at hand. Such skills
• WORK2217 International Human Resource Management are repeatedly required in contemporary management.
• WORK2219 Management and Organisational Ethics
• WORK2221 Organisational Communication A range of electives are offered in this major, enabling students to
• WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations select either topics in operations management or topics in decision
sciences.
For the award of a major in Operations Management and
Units marked with an "*" will not be offered in 2011. Decision Sciences students complete:
Some of these elective units of study require the completion of (i) two junior prerequisite units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
additional prerequisites outside of those units of study listed for this
major. Please check the Tables of undergraduate units of study for • ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B.
details of the unit prerequisites, corequisites and other requirements.
Marketing
Marketing creates value for customers, organisations and society by • ECMT2620 Management Science
matching what organisations produce with what people want. It is a • ECMT2630 Managerial Decision Making
core management function within every type of organisation. Marketing • ECMT2640 Operations Management
• ECMT3610 Management Science Models and Methods.
skills are used to sell products and services, obtain support for
charities, persuade people to improve their lives, which many health (iii) a minimum of two senior elective units of study (12 credit points)
campaigns aim to achieve. selected from the following options:
Students are taught to understand customer needs through extensive • ECMT2110 Regression Modelling
research, apply this information to new ideas for products and services • ECMT2120 Analysis of Discrete Choice Data
and develop creative ways to communicate these offerings through • ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics
advertising and other types of media. • ECMT3110 Econometric Models and Methods
The curriculum is grounded in the real world and emphasises team • ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business
building, role-playing, and other interactive exercises. This approach • ECMT3180 Business Risk Management
helps students develop confidence and skill in the areas of business • ECMT3640 Project Planning and Management.
planning and problem solving, public presentations, and social
interaction.
Subject areas from other faculties
Students may choose to complete a major from another faculty of the
• MKTG1001 Marketing Principles University of Sydney (depending on credit point restrictions and
(ii) three compulsory senior units of study (18 credit points), as follows: major from the Faculty of Arts may be completed. Students can
• MKTG2112 Consumer Behaviour complete a maximum of 48 credit points from outside of the Faculty
• MKTG2113 Marketing Research of Economics and Business within the Bachelor of Commerce.
• MKTG3118 Marketing Strategy and Planning.
Students should refer to the other faculties handbooks for details of
(iii) a minimum of three senior elective units of study (18 credit points) available major areas of study and unit of study requirements
selected from the following options: (sydney.edu.au/handbooks).
• MKTG2010 Marketing Channels and Logistics * Units of study for the Bachelor of Economics
• MKTG3110 Electronic Marketing *
• MKTG3112 Marketing Communications
• MKTG3114 New Products Marketing in the Bachelor of Economics in 2011, see the Tables of undergraduate
• MKTG3116 International Marketing units of study. For descriptions of the Faculty of Economics and
• MKTG3117 Services Marketing Business units, see Undergraduate unit of study descriptions.
• MKTG3119 Public Relations Management
• MKTG3120 Building and Managing Brands
• MKTG3121 Advertising: Creative Principles
• MKTG3211 Contemporary Issues in Marketing.* Course rules and resolutions
Units marked with an "*" will not be offered in 2011. Bachelor of Economics
Bachelor of Economics (Honours)
Operations Management and Decision Sciences University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
Operations Management and Decision Sciences introduces students the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
to the management of operations; the processes that add value for a Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
customer. Operations have become increasingly important in the
business world and are a major area of employment. and Plagiarism.
At the same time, this major equips students with a structured
approach to decision-making in business and managerial situations,
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Course resolutions (2) Candidates for the award of the Honours degree who do not
meet the requirements, and who have not already graduated,
will be awarded the pass degree.
1 Course codes
Code Course title
FH029 Bachelor of Economics (1) These resolutions apply to students who commenced their
FH040 Bachelor of Economics (Honours) candidature after 1 January, 2011 and students who
2 Attendance pattern complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions
The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The Faculty
according to candidate choice. may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative
3 Admission to candidature beyond this time.
Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate
or an approved preparation program. English language
requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by

Economics and Business.
(2) To qualify for the award of the pass degree, a candidate must
successfully complete 144 credit points, comprising:
points and 12 senior credit points); and
(b) a major in Economics, Econometrics or Financial
Economics; and
(c) a minimum 96 credit points in units of study from the
Faculty of Economics and Business (a maximum 48
credit points in units from another faculty); and
(d) a maximum 60 credit points of junior units of study.
5 Majors
(1) Candidates are required to complete one major of at least
36 senior credit points chosen from the following list:
(a) Econometrics
(b) Economics
(c) Financial Economics
(2) Candidates have the option of completing a second major
from the Faculty of Economics and Business or other faculties
of the University of Sydney (where available). Requirements
for the completion of a major and the majors available are
specified in the resolutions of the faculty offering the major.

the pass degree. Part time study is permitted if approved by
the administering Discipline.
7 Award of the degree

(1) The Bachelor of Economics is awarded in the grades of either
Pass or Honours. The honours degree is awarded in classes
according to the conditions specified in the Resolutions of
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12. Undergraduate combined Economics degrees: Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws
12. Undergraduate combined Economics degrees: Bachelor

of Economics and Bachelor of Laws
This course is administered by the Faculty of Economics and Business Degree requirements for the award of the degrees with
for the first three years and the University of Sydney Law School for Honours
the remaining two years. To be awarded the Bachelor of Economics with Honours, meritorious
students must successfully complete an additional honours year of
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of study in their major area of study. For details of the requirements for
Laws entry into and for the completion of the Honours Year in this program
in the Faculty of Economics and Business, please refer to the faculty
Overview of the degree website: sydney.edu.au/business/honours.
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation For the award of honours in the Bachelor of Laws, students must
complete a supervised dissertation as part of their 48 credit points of
FH030 006443B BEc/LLB elective units of study in their fifth year of study. An additional honours
year is not required. For further details, students should refer to the
The Combined Law degree program allows students to study the Sydney Law School Handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/).
Bachelor of Laws in conjunction with another degree. It works by
spreading out the first year of the Bachelor of Laws degree over three Bachelor of Economics core units of study
years of a Bachelor of Economics degree. Here, in place of elective
units of study, students substitute compulsory law units of study.
Junior units of study (24 credit points)
Credit points required for completion and duration • ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics
Credit points Duration (minimum) • ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B.
Senior units of study (12 credit points)
Degree structure and progression • ECOS2001 Intermediate Microeconomics; OR ECOS2901
Intermediate Microeconomics Honours
Degree requirements • ECOS2002 Intermediate Macroeconomics; OR ECOS2902
To be awarded the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws, Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours.
students complete units of study with a total value of 240 credit points
Bachelor of Economics majors and electives
(composed of 96 credit points in units of study from the Faculty of
Economics and Business and 144 credit points in units of study from For the Bachelor of Economics component, students complete a major
the Sydney Law School), comprising: (minimum of 36 senior credit points) in one of the following subject
areas:
From the Faculty of Economics and Business (for the Bachelor
of Economics component): • Economics
• Econometrics
• six core Bachelor of Economics units of study (36 junior credit • Financial Economics.
points)
• a major in Economics, Econometrics or Financial Economics Students can also complete elective units of study from the other
• a maximum of 48 credit points in junior units of study from the Economics and Business subject areas. (Credit point restrictions do
Faculty of Economics and Business. not allow an additional major to be completed). See the information
in the Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Economics section in this
From the Sydney Law School (Bachelor of Laws component):
handbook for details of the Economics and Business major areas of
• 10 core law units of study (48 credit points) to be completed in study from which electives may be undertaken in this degree.
the first three years of the combined program in a specific annual
sequence Law units of study (core and elective)
• a further eight core and eight elective law units of study (96 credit For the Bachelor of Laws component, students complete the law units
points in total) to be completed over the remaining two years of of study in the yearly sequence indicated in the following tables. All
the degree at the Sydney Law School.
law units in the first four years of the degree are compulsory. In their
Please Note: Students cannot complete any units of study from any fifth year, students choose elective Law units to complete their degree.
faculty other than the Faculty of Economics and Business and the Core Law units of study (first three years of study)
Sydney Law School for this combined degree.
Students complete their units of study for the Bachelor of Laws
component of their combined degree in the yearly sequence set out
in the following table. (Note: In this table, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
'Semester').

Year Sem Units of study Credit Option I: Major in Economics (first three years of combined
points degree)
1 1 LAWS1006 Foundations of Law 6 Year Sem Units of study
2 LAWS1013 Legal Research I 0
1 1 ECON1001 ECMT1010 E&B LAWS1006
2 LAWS1012 Torts 6 Introductory Business and junior Foundations of Law
Microeconomics Economic (elective)
2 1 LAWS1014 Civil and Criminal Procedure 6 Statistics A
1 LAWS1015 Contracts 6 2 ECON1002 ECMT1020 E&B LAWS1012 LAWS1013
2 LAWS1016 Criminal Law 6 Introductory Business and junior Torts Legal
Macroeconomics Economic (elective) Research
3 1 LAWS1017 Torts and Contracts II 6 Statistics B I
2 LAWS1018 International Law 6 2 1 ECOS2001 E&B senior LAWS1015 LAWS1014
2 LAWS1019 Legal Research II 0 Intermediate (elective) Contracts Civil and Criminal
Microeconomics Procedure
2 LAWS1021 Public Law 6
2 ECOS2002 E&B senior E&B LAWS1016
Intermediate (elective) senior Criminal Law
Core and elective Law units of study (fourth and fifth years of Macroeconomics (elective)
study) 3 1 Economics Economics E&B LAWS1018
Students usually complete the Bachelor of Economics component of senior (major) senior senior International Law
(major) (elective)
the combined degree at the end of their third year of full-time study,
2 Economics Economics LAWS1017 LAWS1021 LAWS1019
however the Bachelor of Laws component continues for another two senior (major) senior Torts and Public Law Legal
years. From their fourth year of full-time study, students complete (major) Contracts Research
compulsory and elective units of study from the Sydney Law School II II
as set out in the following table to meet the requirements for their Law
degree. (Note. In this table, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
Option II: Major in Econometrics (first three years of combined
degree)
Year Sem Unit of study Credit Year Sem Units of study
points
1 1 ECMT1010 ECON1001 E&B LAWS1006
4 1 LAWS2010Administrative Law 6 Business and Introductory junior Foundations of Law
1 LAWS2011 Federal Constitution Law 6 Economic Microeconomics (elective)
Statistics A
1 LAWS2012 Introduction to Property and Commercial 6
Law 2 ECMT1020 ECON1002 E&B LAWS1012 LAWS1013
Business and Introductory junior Torts Legal
1 LAWS2013 The Legal Profession 6 Economic Macroeconomics (elective) Research
Statistics B I
2 LAWS2014 Corporations Law 6
2 1 ECMT2110 ECOS2001 LAWS1015 LAWS1014
2 LAWS2015 Equity 6 Regression Intermediate Contracts Civil and Criminal
2 LAWS2016 Evidence 6 Modelling Microeconomics Procedure
2 LAWS2017 Real Property 6 2 Econometrics ECOS2002 E&B LAWS1016
senior Intermediate senior Criminal Law
5 1 Students select elective units of study from Part 1 and 48 in (major) Macroeconomics (elective)
and Part 2 tables as set out in the Sydney Law School total
2 Handbook 3 1 ECMT3110 Econometrics E&B LAWS1018
Econometric senior (major) senior International Law
Models and (elective)
For full details of the available compulsory and elective law units of Methods
study for years four and five, refer to the Sydney Law School’s 2 Econometrics Econometrics LAWS1017 LAWS1021 LAWS1019
Handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or the Law School website senior senior (major) Torts and Public Law Legal
(major) Contracts Research
(sydney.edu.au/law). II II
Degree progression Option III: Major in Financial Economics (first three years of
The sequence in which students enrol in units of study is based on combined degree)
which compulsory Bachelor of Economics major chosen. The three
options are as follows: Year Sem Units of study
1 1 ECON1001 ECMT1010 E&B LAWS1006
• Option I: Major in Economics (first three years of combined Introductory Business and junior Foundations of Law
degree) Microeconomics Economic (elective)
• Option II: Major in Econometrics (first three years of combined Statistics A
degree) 2 ECON1002 ECMT1020 E&B LAWS1012 LAWS1013
• Option III: Major in Financial Economics (first three years of Introductory Business and junior Torts Legal
combined degree) Macroeconomics Economic (elective) Research
Statistics B I
The following tables illustrate degree progression examples for the 2 1 ECOS2001 ECMT2110 LAWS1015 LAWS1014
Intermediate Regression Contracts Civil and Criminal
first three years of the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws Microeconomics Modelling Procedure
for the three major options for a student enrolled on a full-time basis 2 ECOS2002 ECMT2130 E&B LAWS1016
completing units of study with a total value of 24 credit points per Intermediate Financial senior Criminal Law
semester. Macroeconomics Econometrics (elective)
3 1 ECOS3022 Financial E&B LAWS1018
Note: In these degree progression examples, units of study (including The Economics Economics senior International Law
of Financial senior (elective)
core units of study) for the required major for the Bachelor of Markets (major)
Economics are indicated in bold type and compulsory Bachelor of
2 Financial Financial LAWS1017 LAWS1021 LAWS1019
Laws units of study in italics. 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester' Economics Economics Torts and Public Law Legal
and 'E&B' is an abbreviation for 'Economics and Business'. senior (major) senior Contracts Research
(major) II II
Please Note: The information listed in these examples is based on

the unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
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in different sequences to those which is listed (including enrolling in

units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students 4 Admission to candidature
and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary school
any assistance in planning their progression in their degree. leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate
The Faculty of Economics and Business website gives other illustrative or an approved preparation program. English language
sequences of units of study for specific majors. This information can requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated by
be found at: sydney.edu.au/business/courses/FH030. sufficient qualifications taught in English. Special admission
pathways are open for educationally disadvantaged applicants
Degree progression for the Bachelor of Laws (forth and fifth and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Applicants
years of study) are ranked by merit and offers for available places are issued
At the end of their third year of the combined degree program, full-time according to the ranking. Details of admission policies are found
in the Coursework Rule.
students should have completed the requirements for their Bachelor
of Economics degree and will be eligible to graduate from this degree.
5 Requirements for the degrees in the combined
Students are then transferred into the single Bachelor of Laws degree
and complete the remaining requirements for their degree under the
course
supervision of the Sydney Law School. An additional two years of
(1) The units of study that may be taken for the degrees in the
study is required at the Law School ('Year 4' and 'Year 5' as indicated
combined program are set out in the Table of undergraduate
under 'Bachelor of Laws units of study (compulsory and elective)' in units of study of the Faculty of Economics and Business and
the preceding information), where the remaining units of study for the the Faculty of Law Undergraduate Table.
Bachelor of Laws are completed. For further details on the final years (2) To qualify for the award of the pass degrees, a candidate
of this program, please refer to the Sydney Law School website must successfully complete 240 credit points, comprising:
(sydney.edu.au/law) or handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks/). (a) 96 credit points of Economics and Business units of
study for the Bachelor of Economics; and
Units of study for the Bachelor of Economics and (b) 144 credit points of Law units of study, of which 48
Bachelor of Laws credit points are Combined Law compulsory units of
study for Years 1, 2 and 3 and are credited towards
For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled the requirements for both the Bachelor of Economics
in the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws in 2011, please and the Bachelor of Laws degrees.
refer to the Economics and Business and Law tables in the Tables of (3) Requirements for the Bachelor of Economics
undergraduate units of study. For descriptions of the units, refer to To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Economics,
Undergraduate unit of study descriptions. candidates must complete 144 credit points, including:
(a) 48 credit points of the Combined Law compulsory
units of study for Years 1, 2 and 3; and
(b) 36 credit points of core units of study (24 junior credit
Course rules and resolutions points and 12 senior credit points); and
(c) a major in Economics, Econometrics or Financial
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Economics as specified in the resolutions for the
Bachelor of Economics; and
Laws (d) a maximum 48 credit points in junior Economics and
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable Business units of study.
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) (4) Requirements for the Bachelor of Laws
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework To qualify for the award of the Bachelor of Laws candidates
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney must complete 144 credit points taken from the Faculty of
(Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as Law Undergraduate Table, comprising:
amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty (a) 102 credit points of compulsory units of study; and
and Plagiarism. (b) 42 credit points of elective units of study, of which a
maximum of 36 credit points are taken from Part 1
Course resolutions and a minimum of 6 credit points are taken from Part
2.
1 Course codes 6 Majors
Code Course title
Completion of a major in Economics, Econometrics or Financial
FH030 Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws Economics is a requirement of the Bachelor of Economics degree.
A major requires the completion of 36 senior credit points. Units
of study counted towards one major may not count toward any
2 Attendance pattern other major completed.

7 Progression rules
3 Cross-faculty management (1) Candidates in a Combined Law program must successfully

complete LAWS1006 Foundations of Law before enrolling
in any other Bachelor of Laws units of study.
(1) Candidates in this combined degree program will be under (2) Candidates are required to complete the Bachelor of Laws
the general supervision of the Faculty of Economics and units of study in the order listed in the Faculty of Law
Business until the end of the semester in which they complete Undergraduate Table.
the requirements for the Bachelor of Economics. They will (3) Except with the permission of the Dean of the Faculty of Law,
then be under the supervision of the Faculty of Law. candidates must complete the requirements for the Bachelor
(2) The Deans of the Faculty of Economics and Business and of Economics before proceeding to Year Four of the Bachelor
the Faculty of Law shall jointly exercise authority in any of Laws.
matter concerned with the combined course not otherwise
dealt with in these resolutions.
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(1) Both the Bachelor of Economics and the Bachelor of Laws
may be awarded with honours.
(2) Honours in the Bachelor of Economics is available to
meritorious students who complete an additional year of full
time study after the completion of the pass degree.
(3) Honours in the Bachelor of Laws is available to meritorious
students who complete an alternative set of units of study in
the final year of the program.
(4) Candidates who qualify to undertake Honours in the Bachelor
of Economics may elect to enrol in the honours program:
(a) by suspending candidature from the Bachelor of Laws
degree for one year, with the permission of the Faculty
of Law; or
(b) by undertaking the honours course after completion
of both degrees in the combined program.
(5) Admission and award requirements for honours in either the
Economics or Laws are listed in the resolutions of the Faculty
of Economics and Business and the Bachelor of Laws
respectively.

(1) The Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws are
awarded in the grades of either Pass or Honours.
(2) Honours in the Bachelor of Economics is awarded in classes
ranging from First Class to Third Class in accordance with
the resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and Business.
(3) Honours in the Bachelor of Laws is awarded in First Class
or Second Class in accordance with the Resolutions of the
Bachelor of Laws.
10 Course transfer
Candidates may withdraw from the combined degree program
and elect to transfer to the Bachelor of Economics degree, by
written application to the Faculty of Economics and Business,
and complete the requirements in accordance with the Resolutions
governing that degree at the time of transfer. Candidature in the
Bachelor of Laws will cease in these circumstances.
(1) These resolutions apply to persons who commenced their
candidature on or after 1 January, 2011.
requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016.The relevant
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13. Undergraduate combined Economics degrees: Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
13. Undergraduate combined Economics degrees: Bachelor

of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of
Surgery
The Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor • one zero credit point medicine (SMTP) unit of study
of Surgery are administered by the Faculty of Economics and Business • a maximum of 60 credit points in junior (1000 level) units of study
for the first three years and the University of Sydney Medical School • a maximum of 48 credit points in units of study from outside of
for the remaining four years. the Faculty of Economics and Business (including the 18 credit
points from Science).
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Degree Requirements for the Bachelor of Economics with
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Honours
For the award of the Bachelor of Economics with Honours, meritorious
Overview of the degree students complete an additional honours year in their major area of
study. Those who qualify to undertake honours in the Bachelor of
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation Economics degree may elect to do so either by suspending their
FH035 071832E BEc/MBBS enrolment in the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree
for one year, with the permission of the Sydney Medical School; or
This seven-year (full-time) program provides students with the after completion of the combined course.
opportunity to study in areas that are of particular relevance to the
management and conduct of business in addition to studying Medicine. For details of the requirements for entry into and for the completion
Students must major in either Economics or Econometrics as part of of the Honours Year in this program, please refer to Honours
their Bachelor of Economics and are required to complete six units of information on the Faculty of Economics and Business website
study in preparation for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of (sydney.edu.au/business/honours).
Surgery (MBBS).
Bachelor of Economics core units of study
Additional areas available for study within the Economics degree Junior units of study (24 credit points):
include Accounting, Business Information Systems, Commercial Law,
Finance, International Business, Industrial Relations and Human • ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A
Resource Management, Management, Marketing and Operations
Management and Decision Sciences. • ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics.
Credit points required for completion and duration Senior units of study (12 credit points):
Credit points Duration (minimum) • ECOS2001 Intermediate Microeconomics; OR ECOS2901
Intermediate Microeconomics Honours
336 7 years full-time *
Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours.
* This combined degree program is sequenced so that successful
students proceed first through the Bachelor of Economics degree and Faculty of Science junior units of study
then onto the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. Students complete three six-credit point junior units of study from each
of the following Faculty of Science subject areas (18 credit points in
Degree structure and progression total).
Degree requirements Chemistry
To be awarded the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine
and Bachelor of Surgery, students complete units of study with a total • CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A; OR CHEM1101
value of 336 credit points, comprising: Chemistry 1A; OR CHEM1901 Chemistry 1A (Advanced); OR
CHEM1903 Chemistry 1A (Special Studies Program)
• all requirements for the Bachelor of Economics degree (units of • CHEM1002 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1B; OR CHEM1102
study with a total value of 144 credit points), as specified under Chemistry 1B; OR CHEM1902 Chemistry 1B (Advanced); OR
'Degree requirements for the Bachelor of Economics component', CHEM1904 Chemistry 1B (Special Studies Program).
in the minimum amount of time allowed and maintaining at least
a credit average (65 percent) Physics
• all requirements for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of • PHYS1001 Physics 1 (Regular); OR PHYS1901 Physics 1A
Surgery degree (units of study with a total value of 192 credit (Advanced)
points) as specified in the Sydney Medical School handbook • PHYS1002 Physics 1 (Fundamentals); OR PHYS1902 Physics
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks). 1B (Advanced)
• PHYS1003 Physics 1 (Technological)
This combined degree program is sequenced so that successful • PHYS1004 Physics 1 (Environmental and Life Science).
students proceed first through the Bachelor of Economics degree and
then onto the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery. Biology and Microbiology
Degree requirements for the Bachelor of Economics • BIOL1001 Concepts in Biology; OR BIOL1911 Concepts in
component Biology (Advanced)
• BIOL1002 Living Systems; OR BIOL1902 Living Systems
To be awarded the Bachelor of Economics, students complete units
(Advanced)
of study with a total value of 144 credit points, comprising: • BIOL1003 Human Biology; OR BIOL1903 Human Biology
(Advanced)
• six core Bachelor of Economics units of study (36 credit points)
• MBLG1001 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Intro); OR
• a major in Economics, Econometrics or Financial Economics
MBLG1901 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Adv).
• 18 credit points in junior Faculty of Science units of study

Medicine (SMTP) unit of study The following tables illustrate degree progression examples for the
As part of this program, students are required to complete the following first three years of the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of
zero-credit point unit of study within their third year of study: Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery for the three major options for a
student enrolled on a full-time basis completing units of study with a
• SMTP3007 Elective 1* total value of 24 credit points per semester.
* This unit is a field of interest unit of study approved by both the Note: In these degree progression examples, units of study (including
Sydney Medical School and the Faculty of Economics and Business. core units of study) for the required major for the Bachelor of
Economics are indicated in bold type, compulsory Faculty of Science
For further details of these units of study (including third-year elective
units of study are in italics and the Sydney Medical School (SMTP)
options), see the Sydney Medical School Handbook
unit of study are in bold italics. 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or website (sydney.edu.au/medicine).
and 'E&B' is an abbreviation for 'Economics and Business'.
Majors and electives Option I: Major in Economics (first three years of combined
For the Bachelor of Economics component, students complete a major degree)
(minimum of 36 senior credit points) in Economics, Econometrics or
Financial Economics. Year Sem Units of study
1 1 ECON1001 ECMT1010 junior Science junior
Students may be able to complete an additional major and/or electives Introductory Business and (major or (compulsory)
from the Faculty of Economics and Business. Elective units of study Microeconomics Economic elective)
may be selected from any other faculty of the University of Sydney Statistics A
(subject to approval from the faculty offering the units). Senior units 2 ECON1002 ECMT1020 junior Science junior
Introductory Business and (major or (compulsory)
of study may only be counted towards one major. A maximum of 48 Macroeconomics Economic elective)
credit points in units of study only from outside the Faculty of Statistics B
Economics and Business (including the compulsory Science units) 2 1 ECOS2001 E&B senior senior Science junior
may be selected in the Bachelor of Economics. For other faculty unit Intermediate (major or (major or (compulsory)
Microeconomics elective) elective)
requirements, students should refer to the relevant faculty handbook
2 ECOS2002 E&B senior senior senior
(sydney.edu.au/handbooks). For full details of the requirements for Intermediate (major or (major or (major or elective)
Economics and Business majors please refer to the Undergraduate Macroeconomics elective) elective)
degrees: Bachelor of Economics section in this handbook. 3 1 Economics Economics E&B E&B SMTP3007
senior (major) senior (major) senior senior
Professional accreditation requirements (major or (major or
elective) elective)
Within the Bachelor of Economics component of the combined degree,
2 Economics Economics E&B E&B senior
students may choose to pursue a program of study that would allow senior (major) senior (major) senior (major or elective)
them to seek accreditation with particular professional bodies. See (major or
elective)
the 'Bachelor of Economics' entry in this chapter for details of available
professional accreditation requirements. Option II: Major in Econometrics (first three years of combined
degree)
Degree progression
The sequence in which students enrol in units of study is based on Year Sem Units of study
which compulsory Bachelor of Economics major chosen. The three
1 1 ECMT1010 ECON1001 junior Science junior
options are as follows: Business and Introductory (elective or (compulsory)
Economic Microeconomics major)
• Option I: Major in Economics (first three years of combined Statistics A
degree) 2 ECMT1020 ECON1002 junior Science junior
• Option II: Major in Econometrics (first three years of combined Business and Introductory (elective or (compulsory)
degree) Economic Macroeconomics major)
Statistics B
• Option III: Major in Financial Economics (first three years of
combined degree) 2 1 ECMT2110 ECOS2001 senior Science junior
Regression Intermediate (elective or (compulsory)
Modelling Microeconomics major)
2 Econometrics ECOS2002 senior senior
senior Intermediate (elective or (elective or major)
(major) Macroeconomics major)
3 1 ECMT3110 Econometrics E&B senior E&B SMTP3007
Econometrics senior (major) (elective or senior
Models and major) (elective
Methods or major)
2 Econometrics Econometrics E&B senior E&B senior
senior senior (major) (elective or (elective or major)
(major) major)
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Option III: Major in Financial Economics (first three years of Course rules and resolutions
combined degree)
Year Sem Units of study
Bachelor of Economics/ Bachelor of
1 1 ECON1001 ECMT1010 junior Science junior
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Introductory Business and (elective (compulsory) These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
Microeconomics Economic or major) University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
Statistics A
2 ECON1002 ECMT1020 junior Science junior Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
Introductory Business and (elective (compulsory)
Macroeconomics Economic or major) (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
Statistics B amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
2 1 ECOS2001 ECMT2110 senior Science junior and Plagiarism.
Intermediate Regression (elective (compulsory)
Microeconomics

Modelling or major) Course resolutions
2 ECOS2002 ECMT2130 senior senior
Intermediate Financial (elective (elective or major) 1 Course codes
Macroeconomics Econometrics or major)
3 1 ECOS3022 Financial E&B E&B SMTP3007 Code Course title
The Economics Economics senior senior
of Financial senior (major) (elective (elective FH035 Bachelor of Economics/Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor
Markets or major) or major) of Surgery
2 Financial Financial E&B E&B senior (elective
Economics Economics senior or major)
senior (major) senior (major) (elective
or major) 2 Attendance pattern
Please Note: The information listed in these examples is based on The attendance pattern for this course is full time only.
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course 3 Cross faculty management
in different sequences to those which is listed (including enrolling in
units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students (1) Candidates in this combined degree program will be under
are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs the general supervision of the Faculty of Economics and
and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need Business until the end of the semester in which they complete
any assistance in planning their progression in their degree. the requirements for the Bachelor of Economics. They will
then be under the supervision of the Faculty of Medicine
Degree progression requirements for the Bachelor of Medicine (Sydney Medical School).
and Bachelor of Surgery (2) The Faculty of Economics and Business and the Faculty of
At the end of their third year of the combined degree program, full-time Medicine shall jointly exercise authority in any matter
concerned with the combined course not otherwise dealt
students should have met the requirements for the Bachelor of
with in these resolutions.
Economics and be eligible to graduate with this degree. Students who
have completed the requirements for their Bachelor of Economics 4 Admission to candidature
degree, including the required medicine (SMTP) and science units in
the minimum time and maintaining, as a minimum, a credit average (1) Admission to this course is on the basis of a secondary
(65 percent) in this degree, will be eligible to apply for admission to school leaving qualification such as the NSW Higher School
candidature for the degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Certificate (including national and international equivalents)
Surgery. After admission, they will then complete an additional four leading to the award of an Australian Tertiary Admission
years of study with the Sydney Medical School. (For details, please Ranking (ATAR) or equivalent. English language
refer to the Sydney Medical School handbook: requirements must be met where these are not demonstrated
sydney.edu.au/handbooks/). by sufficient qualifications taught in English. Applicants are
ranked by merit and offers for available places are issued
If a student fails to satisfy the minimum requirements for admission according to the ranking. Details of admission policies are
to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree, they will found in the Coursework Rule.
be transferred to candidature for the single degree and graduate with (2) In addition, admission to this course requires the applicant
to participate in a semi structured interview. The results of
the Bachelor of Economics only.
this interview will form part of the ranking or applicants.
Units of study for the Bachelor of Economics and 5 Requirements for award
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in
2010 (1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
For information on units of study that are available to students enrolled out in the:
in the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor (a) Table of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of
of Surgery in 2011, please refer to the Economics and Business. Economics and Business; and
(b) table of units for the Bachelor of Medicine and
Medicine and Science tables in the Tables of undergraduate units of
Bachelor of Surgery from the Faculty of Medicine.
study. (2) To qualify for the award of both degrees a candidate must
successfully complete 336 credit points comprising:
For descriptions of the Economics and Business and Medicine units,
(a) 144 credit points to qualify for the award of the
refer to Undergraduate unit of study descriptions. Bachelor of Economics as specified in resolutions for
the Bachelor of Economics, including 6 credit points
For Science unit descriptions please refer to the Faculty of Science
of Junior units of study from each of the Science
Handbook(sydney.edu.au/handbooks) or the Online Unit of Study subject areas of Chemistry, Physics, and either
Handbook (https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp). Biology or Molecular Biology and Genetics (18 credit
points in total); and
(b) 192 credit points specified by the resolutions for the
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from
the Faculty of Medicine; and
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(c) one zero credit point Medicine unit of study in the first of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery in the future will require a
three years of the program. new application for admission to that course and completion in
6 Majors
Economics degree. Students must complete a major in either It is not possible for candidates enrolled in the Bachelor of
Economics, Econometrics or Financial Economics. A major Economics/Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery to
requires the completion of 36 senior credit points. Units of study obtain credit for previous studies.
counted towards one major may not count toward any other major
completed. 13 Transitional provisions
7 Progression rules (1) These resolutions apply to students who commenced their
(1) Candidates must complete all requirements for the degree commenced their candidature prior to 1 January 2011 who
of Bachelor of Economics, including the designated Science formally elect to proceed under these resolutions.
units of study, in minimum time and must maintain a minimum (2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 may
credit average across all units of study in the Bachelor of elect to complete the requirements in accordance with the
Economics, this being the minimum achievement required resolutions in force at the time of their commencement.
for admission to candidature for the Bachelor of Medicine
(2) Failure to maintain the required progression and minimum
result requirements will result in candidates being transferred
from the combined degree program to a Bachelor of
Economics degree with full credit for all units of study
successfully completed.

(1) Honours is available to meritorious candidates, in either or
both the Bachelor of Economics or Bachelor of Medicine and
Bachelor of Surgery.
(2) Honours in the Bachelor of Economics requires an additional
year of full time study after the completion of the pass degree.
Admission, requirements and award of honours are according
Candidates who qualify to undertake honours in the Bachelor
of Economics degree may elect to do so either:
(a) by suspending candidature from the Bachelor of
Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery degree for one
year, with the permission of the Faculty of Medicine;
or
(b) after completion of the combined course.
(3) Honours in the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
requires successful completion of an alternative set of units
completed within the normal timeframe of the pass degree.
Admission and award requirements for honours in the
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery are described
in the course resolution relating to the Bachelor of Medicine

(1) The Bachelor of Economics is awarded as either Pass or
Honours.The Honours degree is awarded in classes ranging
from First Class to Third Class according to the conditions
specified in the Resolutions of the Faculty of Economics and
Business.
(2) The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery is
awarded as either Pass or Honours. The honours degree is
awarded in classes ranging from First Class to Second Class
(Division 2) according to the conditions specified in the course
resolution relating to the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor
of Surgery.
(3) Candidates for the award of either Honours degree who do
not meet the requirements, and have not already graduated,
will be awarded the pass degree.
10 Cross-institutional study
Cross institutional study is not available in this combined course.
11 Course transfer
complete the Bachelor of Economics in accordance with the
resolutions governing that degree. Completion of the Bachelor
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14. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of Economics and Business
14. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of

Economics and Business
General information relating to unit of study offerings

The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the time of printing of this handbook.
The unit of study descriptions for all Economics and Business units of study can be found under Undergraduate unit of study descriptions in this
handbook.
The Faculty of Economics and Business website (sydney.edu.au/business/ugunits) contains the most up-to-date information on unit of study
availability and other requirements. Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on this website (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students
can also refer to the University of Sydney's unit of study handbook (https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp) for the latest information
regarding unit of study descriptions, assessment or other requirements.
Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive mode. The
intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions

Session code Description of how the unit will be offered
1a (7) the unit of study will run intensively in the first half of Semester 1
1b (8) the unit of study will run intensively in the second half of Semester 1
S1 Intensive (6) the unit of study will run intensively in Semester 1 (non-standard start/end dates)
S1 Late Intensive: S1 Late Int (61), S1 Late IntA (63), S1 Late IntB (64) and the unit of study will run intensively in Semester 1 (non-standard late start/end
S1 Late IntC (65) dates)
S2 Intensive (5) the unit of study will run intensively in Semester 2 (non-standard dates)
S2 Intensive: S1 Late Int (51), S1 Late Ib (52), S1 Late IntA (53) and S1 Late the unit of study will run intensively in Semester 2 (non-standard late start/end
IntB (54) dates)
Summer School: Summer Early (42), Summer Main (43), and Summer Late the unit of study will be offered intensively in the Summer School session
(44)
Winter School: Winter Main (11) the unit of study will be offered intensively in the Winter School session
Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are delivered in non-standard ways. Sessions 6 and 5 have census dates that
correspond to sessions 1 and 2 respectively. Sessions 61, 63, 64, 65, 51, 52, 53 and 54 are in the same half years as 6 and 5 but have census
dates later in the year.
Table of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of Economics and Business

The information in this table is set out as follows:
• Core units of study for Faculty of Economics and Business degrees

• Faculty of Economics and Business subject areas for majors and electives
• Faculty of Economics and Business international exchange and internship units of study
The Faculty of Economics and Business subject areas for majors and electives are set out as follows:
1. Accounting
2. Business Information Systems
3. Commercial Law
4. Econometrics
5. Economics
6. Finance
7. Financial Economics
8. Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management
9. International Business
10. Management
11. Marketing
12. Operations Management and Decision Sciences

Unit of study Credit A: Assumed knowledge P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition Session

points
Core units of study for Faculty of Economics and Business degrees

1. Bachelor of Commerce
These core units are completed for the Bachelor of Commerce and all combined Bachelor of Commerce degrees.
Junior units of study
ECOF1003 6 N CISS2001 Semester 1
Business Contexts A Semester 2
ECOF1004 6 P ECOF1003 Semester 2
Business Contexts B N CISS2001
ACCT1005 6 N ACCT1001, ACCT1002, ACCT1003, ACCT1004 Semester 1
Accounting, Business and Society Semester 2
ECMT1010 6 N ECMT1011, ECMT1012, ECMT1013, MATH1015, MATH1005, MATH1905, STAT1021, Semester 1
Business and Economic Statistics A ECOF1010 Semester 2
ECON1001 6 A Mathematics Semester 1
Introductory Microeconomics Semester 2
Summer Main
Senior unit of study
The capstone unit of study ECOF3010 Integrated Business Applications is not available for 2011.
2. Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies)
For the required Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Science units of study, please refer to the relevant Table of undergraduate units of study.
ECOF1003 6 N CISS2001 Semester 1
Business Contexts A Semester 2
3. Bachelor of Economics
These core units are completed for the Bachelor of Economics and all combined Bachelor of Economics degrees.
ECMT1020 6 P ECMT1010 or ECOF1010 Semester 1
Business and Economic Statistics B N ECMT1021, ECMT1022, ECMT1023 Semester 2
Other than in exceptional circumstances, it is strongly recommended that students do not
undertake Business and Economic Statistics B before attempting Business and Economic
Statistics A.
Summer Main
Introductory Macroeconomics Semester 2
Summer Main
Senior units of study
Students must complete ECOS2001 or ECOS2901 AND ECOS2002 or ECOS2902 as senior core units for the Bachelor of Economics.
ECOS2001 6 P ECON1001 Semester 1
Intermediate Microeconomics C ECMT1010 Semester 2
N ECON2001, ECOS2901, ECON2901 Summer Main
Certain combinations of Maths/Stats may substitute for Econometrics. Consult the Chair of
the Discipline of Economics.
ECOS2901 6 P ECON1001 and ECON1002 with a Credit average or better in the two units of study combined Semester 1
Intermediate Microeconomics C ECOS2903 or MATH2070 and ECMT1010
Honours N ECON2901, ECOS2001, ECON2001
Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Intermediate Macroeconomics C ECMT1020 Semester 2
Intermediate Macroeconomics C ECMT1020
Faculty of Economics and Business subject areas for majors and electives
1. Accounting
For the award of a major in Accounting, students complete:
(i) 18 credit points in junior units of study: ACCT1005, ACCT1006 and ECMT1010;* and
(ii) 12 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: ACCT2011 and ACCT2012; and
(iii) a minimum of 24 credit points in elective senior units of study.
* For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce, only one six credit point junior unit of study, ACCT1006, is completed for this major outside of core unit
requirements for their degree (ACCT1005 and ECMT1010 are completed as core units). For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics, 12 credit points in
junior units of study, ACCT1005 and ACCT1006, must be completed for this major outside of core unit requirements for the degree (ECMT1010 is completed as
a core unit).
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points
ACCT1005 6 N ACCT1001, ACCT1002, ACCT1003, ACCT1004 Semester 1
Accounting, Business and Society Semester 2
ACCT1006 6 P ACCT1005 Semester 1
Accounting and Financial N ACCT1001, ACCT1002, ACCT1003, ACCT1004 Semester 2
Management
Compulsory units of study
ACCT2011 6 P (ACCT1001 or ACCT1005) and (ACCT1002 or ACCT1006) and ECMT1010 Semester 1
Financial Accounting A N ACCT2001 Semester 2
ACCT2012 6 P (ACCT1001 or ACCT1005) and (ACCT1002 or ACCT1006) Semester 1
Management Accounting A N ACCT2002 Semester 2
Elective units of study
ACCT3011 6 P ACCT2011 or ACCT2001 Semester 1
Financial Accounting B N ACCT3001 Semester 2
Management Accounting B N ACCT3002 Semester 2
Discipline Permission required for students who haven't passed ACCT2012 (or ACCT2002)
ACCT3013 6 P (ACCT2011 or ACCT2001) and (FINC2011 or FINC2001) Semester 1
Financial Statement Analysis N ACCT3003
Auditing and Assurance N ACCT3004 Semester 2
International Corporate Governance
Current Issues in Management
Accounting
Accounting Honours Preparation A C ACCT3011
Entry to this unit of study is at the discretion of the Discipline. Students will require a credit
average in previous ACCT units attempted.
Accounting Honours Preparation B C ACCT3012
Entry to this unit of study is at the discretion of the Discipline. Students will require a credit
average in previous ACCT units attempted.
CLAW2201 6 P Any 4 full semester first year units of study including CLAW1001 Semester 1
Corporations Law N CLAW2001 Semester 2
Honours year units of study
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) or Bachelor of Economics with Honours in Accounting, students complete
an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
ACCT4101 12 P Major in Accounting with Credit average overall and a distinction average for second and Semester 1
Accounting Honours A third year units in Accounting Semester 2
Requirements for the pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
of study.
Accounting Honours B third year units in Accounting. Semester 2
C ACCT4101
ACCT4103 12 P Major in Acounting with Credit average overall and a distinction average for second and Semester 1
Accounting Honours C third year units in Accounting Semester 2
C ACCT4102
Accounting Honours D third year units in Accounting Semester 2
C ACCT4103
2. Business Information Systems

For the award of a major in Business Information Systems, students complete:
(i) a six credit point junior unit of study: INFS1000; and
(ii) 12 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: INFS2001 and INFS2020; and
INFS1000 6 N ISYS1003, INFO1000, INFO1003 Semester 1
Digital Business Innovation Semester 2
Summer Main
INFS2001 6 P (INFS1000 or INFO1000 or INFO1003 or ISYS1003) Semester 1
IS for Performance Improvement N ACCT2003, INFS2000 Semester 2
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INFS2020 6 A INFS2001 Semester 2
Business Process Modelling & P INFS1000 or INFO1000 or INFO1003 or INFO1903 or ISYS1003
Improvement N INFS2005
INFS2010 6 A INFS2001 Semester 2
Digital Information Design & P INFS1000 or INFO1000 or INFO1003 or INFO1903 or ISYS1003
Management N INFS3015
INFS2030 6 P INFS1000 or INFO1000 or INFO1003 or INFO1903 or ISYS1003 Semester 1
e-Commerce Business Management N ACCT3006, INFS3020
INFS3030 6 A INFS2001 or equivalent Semester 2
Information Protection and P INFS1000 or INFO1000 or INFO1003 or INFO1903 or ISYS1003
Assurance N INFS3010
INFS3040 6 A INFS2001 and INFS2020 Semester 1
Enterprise Systems & Integrated P INFS1000 or INFO1000 or INFO1003 or INFO1903 or ISYS1003
Business N INFS3005
INFS3050 6 A INFS2001 or equivalent Semester 2
Business Intelligence for Managers P INFS1000 or INFO1000 or INFO1003 or INFO1903 or ISYS1003
INFS3060 6 N INFS3000 Semester 1
Managing Digital Innovation Projects Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Students must seek permission from the Discipline of Business Information Systems to enrol
in this unit.
INFS3080 6 P Department permission and at least 48 credit points Semester 1
Business Information Systems Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Project
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) or Bachelor of Economics with Honours in Business Information Systems,
students complete an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
INFS4101 12 P A minimum weighted average mark (WAM) of 65% across all senior units of study undertaken Semester 1
Business Information Systems in an undergraduate degree and a minimum of 70% across all senior units required for the Semester 2
Honours A BIS major.
Requirements for the Pass degree must be completed before entry to 4000 level honours units
of study.
Honours B BIS major.
C INFS4101
Honours C BIS major.
C INFS4102
Honours D BIS major.
C INFS4103
3. Commercial Law
For the award of a major in Commercial Law, students complete:
(i) a six credit point junior unit of study: CLAW1001; and
(ii) a minimum of 36 credit points in elective senior units of study.
CLAW1001 6 Semester 1
Foundations of Business Law Semester 2
Summer Early
CLAW2201 6 P Any 4 full semester first year units of study including CLAW1001 Semester 1
Corporations Law N CLAW2001 Semester 2
CLAW2202 6 P CLAW2201 or CLAW2001 Semester 2
Business Failure and Restructuring N CLAW2002
Stock Markets and Derivatives Law N CLAW2003
This unit of study is not available in 2011
CLAW2204 6 P CLAW1001 Semester 1
Banking and Finance Law N CLAW2004
Competition and Consumer Law N CLAW2005, CLAW3005, MKTG3005
Legal Ethics and the Professions N CLAW2007
CLAW2208 6 P 4 units of study (either junior or senior) Semester 2
Business Regulation, Risk and
Compliance
CLAW2209 6 P 4 units of study (either junior or senior) Semester 1
Intellectual Property for Business
CLAW2210 6 P four units of study (either junior or senior) Semester 2
Chinese Tax
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Australian Taxation System N CLAW3001 Semester 2
Tax Strategies for Business N CLAW3002
CLAW3204 6 C CLAW2201 Semester 2
Capital Raising and Management
Regulation of Mergers and
Acquisitions
CLAW3207 6 P CLAW1001 and one other CLAW unit Semester 1
Legal Regulation of Employment
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) or Bachelor of Economics with Honours in Commercial Law, students
complete an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
CLAW4101 12 P By Application- Contact honours coordinator Semester 1
Commercial Law Honours A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Requirements for the Pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
of study
Commercial Law Honours B Semester 2
Commercial Law Honours C Semester 2
Commercial Law Honours D Semester 2
4. Econometrics
For the award of a major in Econometrics students complete:
(i) 12 credit points in junior units of study: ECMT1010 (or ECOF1010) and ECMT1020;* and
(ii) 12 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: ECMT2110 and ECMT3110; and
(iii) a six credit point senior unit of study selected from ECMT3120, ECMT3130, ECMT3150 and ECMT3170; and
(iv) a minium of 18 credit points in senior elective units of study (only a maximum 12 credit points taken from the following electives: ECMT2620, ECMT2630,
ECMT2640, ECMT3610 and ECMT3640).
* For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce, only one six credit point junior unit of study, ECMT1020, is completed for this major outside of core unit
requirements for the degree (ECMT1010 is completed as a core unit). For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics, complete both the junior units required
for this major, ECMT1010 and ECMT1020, as core units for the Bachelor of Economics.
ECOF1010 6 N ECMT1010, ECMT1011, ECMT1012, ECMT1013, MATH1015, MATH1005, MATH1905, Semester 1
Business and Economic Statistics A STAT1021
Adv
Statistics A.
Regression Modelling N ECMT2010 Semester 2
ECMT3110 6 P ECMT2110 or ECMT2010 Semester 1
Econometric Models and Methods N ECMT3010
Analysis of Discrete Choice Data N ECMT2021
Financial Econometrics N ECMT2030
ECMT2620 6 P (ECMT1010 or ECOF1010) and ECMT1020 Semester 2
Management Science N ECMT2720
Managerial Decision Making N ECMT2730
Operations Management
Applied Econometrics N ECMT3020
Forecasting for Economics and N ECMT3030
Business
ECMT3150 6 P ECMT1010, ECMT2110 (or ECMT2010) and ECMT2130 (or ECMT2030) Semester 1
The Econometrics of Financial N ECMT3050
Markets
ECMT3180 6 P ECMT1020 Semester 1
Business Risk Management
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Management Science Models and N ECMT3710
Methods
Project Planning and Management N CIVL3805
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) or Bachelor of Economics with Honours in Econometrics, students complete
an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
ECMT4101 12 P Students who want to take honours in Econometrics have to: (i) qualify for a major in Semester 1
Econometrics Honours A Econometrics, Management Decision Sciences or Management Science; (ii) obtain a Weighted Semester 2
Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65 in all units of study in the degree; (iii) obtain a distinction
average or better in ECMT3110 and ECMT3120; (iv) obtain a WAM of at least 75 in the senior
units of study in the ECMT or MDS/ Management Science major. Variations on entry
requirements are possible only with permission of the Chair of Discipline. Please see the
discipline online homepage for entry requirements in detail. Note that Econometrics and
Business Statistics encourages joint honours with other disciplines.
Requirements for the pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
of study
ECMT4102 12 C ECMT4101 Semester 1
Econometrics Honours B Semester 2
Econometrics Honours C Semester 2
Econometrics Honours D Semester 2
5. Economics
For the award of a major in Economics, students complete:
(i) 24 credit points in junior units of study; comprising: ECMT1010, ECMT1020, ECON1001 and ECON1002;* and
(ii) 12 credit points in compulsory senior units of study, comprising either ECOS2001 or ECOS2901 AND either ECOS2002 or ECOS2902; and
(iii) a maximum of four senior elective units of study (with a minium of 18 credit points in 3000-level units).
* For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce, 18 credit points in junior unit of study, ECMT1020, ECON1001 and ECON1002, are completed for this major
outside of core unit requirements for the degree (ECMT1010 is completed as a core units). For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics all the junior units
listed as required for this major, are completed as core units for their degree.
Statistics A.
Summer Main
Summer Main
ECON1003 6 Semester 1
Quantitative Methods in Economics
Intermediate Microeconomics C ECMT1010 Semester 2
Intermediate Microeconomics C ECOS2903 or MATH2070 and ECMT1010
ECOS2201 6 P ECON1001 and ECON1002 Semester 1
Economics of Competition and N ECON2201, ECOS3005
Strategy
Managerial Firms: Evolution & N ECHS2306, ECOS3003, ECON3003
Attributes
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ECOS2903 6 C ECOS2901 Semester 1
Mathematical Economics A N ECON2903
Students intending to proceed to the third year economics honours program must take this
unit or MATH2070
ECOS3002 6 P One of (ECOS2001 or ECON2001) or (ECOS2002 or ECON2002) or (ECOS2901 or Semester 2
Development Economics ECON2901) or (ECOS2902 or ECON2902)
N ECON3002
ECOS3003 6 P Either (ECOS2001 or ECON2001) or (ECOS2901 or ECON2901) Semester 2
Hierarchies, Incentives & Firm N ECON3003, ECOS2306
Structure
ECOS3004 6 P 1 of (ECOS2001 or ECON2001) or (ECOS2901 or ECON2901) or (ECOS2002 or ECON2002) Semester 2
History of Economic Thought or (ECOS2902 or ECON2902) or (ECOP2011 or ECOP2001) or (ECOP2012 or ECOP2002)
N ECON3004
ECOS3005 6 P ECOS2001 or ECON2001 or ECOS2901 or ECON2901 Semester 2
Industrial Organisation N ECON3005, ECOS2201
International Trade N ECON3006
International Macroeconomics N ECON3007 Summer Main
ECOS3008 6 P One of (ECOS2001 or ECON2001 or ECOS2901 or ECON2901 or ECOP2011 or ECOP2001) Semester 1
Labour Economics and one of (ECOS2002 or ECON2002 or ECOS2902 or ECON2902 or ECOP2012 or
ECOP2002)
N ECON3008
ECOS3010 6 P ECOS2001 or ECON2001 or ECOS2901 or ECON2901 or ECOS2002 or ECON2002 or Semester 1
Monetary Economics ECOS2902 or ECON2902
N ECON3010
Public Finance N ECON3011
Strategic Behaviour N ECON3012, ECOS3901
ECOS3015 6 P Either (ECOS2001 or ECON2001) OR (ECOS2901 or ECON2901) Semester 2
Law and Economics N ECON3015
ECOS3016 6 P ECOS2001 (or ECON2001) OR ECOS2901 (or ECON2901) Semester 2
Experimental and Behavioural
Economics
Health Economics
ECOS3018 6 P ECOS2001 (or ECON2001) OR ECOS2901 (or ECON2901) and ECOS2002 (or ECON2002) Semester 2
Economics of Growth OR ECOS2902 (or ECON2902)
N ECOS3001
ECOS3019 6 P (ECOS2001 or ECON2001 or ECOS2901 or ECON2901) and (ECOS2002 or ECON2002 Semester 1
Capital and Dynamics or ECOS2902 or ECON2902)
N ECOS3001
ECOS3020 6 P ECOS2001 (or ECON2001) and ECOS2002 (or ECON2002) OR ECOS2901 (or ECON2901) Semester 1
Special Topic in Economics and ECOS2902 (or ECON2902) Semester 2
Business Cycles and Asset Markets
The Economics of Financial Markets or ECOS2902 or ECON2902)
ECOS3901 6 P (ECOS2901 or ECON2901) and (ECOS2902 or ECON2902) and (ECOS2903 or ECON2903 Semester 1
Advanced Microeconomics Honours or MATH2070) with a 70% average or better over the three units combined
C ECMT2110 or ECMT2010
N ECON3901, ECOS3012
Students intending to proceed to fourth year economics honours must also complete at least
one unit of study from (ECOS3001 or ECON3001) to (ECOS3015 or ECON3015) inclusive,
in either semester of their third year
ECOS3902 6 P (ECOS2901 or ECON2901), (ECOS2902 or ECON2902), (ECOS2903 or ECON2903 or Semester 2
Advanced Macroeconomics Honours MATH2070) and (ECOS3901 or ECON3901)
C ECOS3903 or (ECMT3110 and (ECMT2120 or ECMT3120 or ECMT3130 or ECMT3160 or
ECMT3170))
N ECON3902
Students intending to proceed to fourth year economics honours must also complete at least
one unit of study from (ECOS3001 or ECON3001) to (ECOS3015 or ECON3015) inclusive,
in either semester of their third year
ECOS3903 6 P (ECOS2901 or ECON2901), (ECOS2902 or ECON2902), (ECOS2903 or ECON2903) and Semester 2
Applied Economics ECMT2110
C ECOS3901 or ECOS3902
Students intending to proceed to fourth year economics honours must take this unit or
(ECMT3110 plus one of ECMT2120, ECMT3120, ECMT3130, ECMT3160 or ECMT3170).
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies), Bachelor of Economics or any other non-Economics and Business degree
with Honours in Economics, students complete an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
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ECON4101 12 P The prerequisite for entry to Economics Honours is at least 24 credit points at 3000 level Semester 1
Economics Honours A Economics, including Advanced Microeconomics Honours: (ECOS3901 or ECON3901), Semester 2
Advanced Macroeconomics Honours: (ECOS3902 or ECON3902) and Applied Microeconomics
(ECOS3903) with a 70% or better in ECOS3901, ECOS3902 and ECOS3903; and Regression
Modelling (ECMT2110 or ECMT2010) and Mathematical Economics A (ECOS2903 or
ECON2903).
Requirements for the Pass degree must be completed before entry to 4000 level honours units
of study.
ECON4102 12 C ECON4101 Semester 1
Economics Honours B Semester 2
Economics Honours C Semester 2
Economics Honours D Semester 2
6. Finance
For the award of a major in Finance, students complete:
(i) six credit points in junior units of study: ECMT1010;* and
(iii) 18 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: FINC2011, FINC2012 and FINC3017; and
* It is strongly recommended that students who wish to complete a Finance major also enrol in ECON1001 and ECON1002 in their first year of enrolment (subject
to degree constraints).
Summer Main
Summer Main
FINC2011 6 A ECMT1010, ECOF1005 or (ECON1001 and ECON1002) Semester 1
Corporate Finance I P 24 credit points of junior units of study Semester 2
N FINC2001 Summer Late
Study in Finance commences in second year. ECMT1010 and ECOF1005 (or ECON1001 and Summer Main
ECON1002) are recommended for all students wanting to study finance. Winter Main
FINC2012 6 P FINC2011 or FINC2001 Semester 1
Corporate Finance II N FINC2002 Semester 2
Summer Early
FINC3017 6 P (FINC2012 or FINC2002) or (FINC2013 or FINC2003) or (FINC2014 or FINC2004) Semester 1
Investments and Portfolio N FINC3007
Management
FINC2192 3 P Distinction or higher grade in FINC2011 or FINC2001; competitive and by application Semester 2
Finance 2 Honours N FINC2092
International Financial Management N FINC3001
FINC3012 6 A Calculus, regression, probability theory, random distributions Semester 2
Derivative Securities P (FINC2012 or FINC2002) or (FINC2013 or FINC2003) or (FINC2014 or FINC2004)
N FINC3002
Mergers and Acquisitions N FINC3003
Trading and Dealing in Security N FINC3004
Markets
Financial Valuation: Case Study N FINC3005
Approach
Bank Financial Management N FINC3008
Fixed Income Securities Semester 2
FINC3020 6 A FINC3017 Semester 2
Financial Risk Management P FINC2011 and FINC2012
FINC3021 6 A HSC 3 Unit mathematics Semester 1
Mathematical Finance P FINC2012 or FINC2002
N FINC2013
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FINC3193 3 P Distinction or higher grade in (FINC2012 or FINC2002) or (FINC2013 or FINC2003) or Semester 1
Finance 3 Honours (Corporate (FINC2014 or FINC2004) and (FINC2192 or FINC2092) or with the permission of the Discipline
Finance) of Finance.
N FINC3093
FINC3194 3 P Distinction or higher grade in (FINC2012 or FINC2002) or (FINC2014 or FINC2004) and Semester 2
Finance 3 Honours (Securities (FINC2192 or FINC2092) or with the permission of the Discipline of Finance.
Markets) N FINC3094
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies), Bachelor of Economics with Honours in Finance, students complete an
additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
FINC4101 12 P (FINC2192 or FINC2092) and ((FINC3193 or FINC3093) or (FINC3194 or FINC3094)) with Semester 1
Finance Honours A the grade of Distinction or better in at least two, or with the permission of the Head of Discipline. Semester 2
of study.
FINC4102 12 C FINC4101 Semester 1
Finance Honours B Semester 2
Finance Honours C Semester 2
Finance Honours D Semester 2
This major is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics (or related combined degrees)
For the award of a major in Financial Economics, students complete:
(i) 24 credit points in junior units of study: ECMT1010, ECMT1020, ECON1001 and ECON1002;* and
(ii) 18 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: ECOS2002 (or ECOS2902), ECMT2130 and ECOS3022; and
(iii) 18 credit points in elective senior units of study.
* Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics complete all these junior units are core unit requirements for their degree.
Statistics A.
Summer Main
Summer Main
The Economics of Financial Markets or ECOS2902 or ECON2902)
Business
ECMT3150 6 P ECMT1010, ECMT2110 (or ECMT2010) and ECMT2130 (or ECMT2030) Semester 1
The Econometrics of Financial N ECMT3050
Markets
ECOS3010 6 P ECOS2001 or ECON2001 or ECOS2901 or ECON2901 or ECOS2002 or ECON2002 or Semester 1
Monetary Economics ECOS2902 or ECON2902
N ECON3010
Capital and Dynamics or ECOS2902 or ECON2902)
N ECOS3001
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Business Cycles and Asset Markets
FINC3021 6 A HSC 3 Unit mathematics Semester 1
Mathematical Finance P FINC2012 or FINC2002
N FINC2013
8. Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management

For the award of a major in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management, students complete:
(i) one six credit point junior unit of study: either ECOF1004 or WORK1003;* and
(ii) 12 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: WORK2203 and WORK2205; and
* Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics complete WORK1003 as their junior unit option as ECOF1003 is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor
of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies).
WORK1003 6 This is the compulsory unit of study for the Industrial Relations/Human Resource Management Semester 1
Foundations of Work and major. Semester 2
Employment
WORK2203 6 P 24 credit points of junior units of study including (WORK1003 or WORK1001 or IREL1001) Semester 2
Industrial Relations Policy N IREL2003, WORK2003
This is the compulsory unit of study for the Industrial Relations/Human Resource Management
major.
WORK2205 6 P 24 credit points of junior units of study including WORK1003 (or WORK1002 or IREL1002) Semester 1
Human Resource Processes N IREL2005, WORK2005
major.
WORK2209 6 P 40 credit points worth of units of study Semester 1
Organisational Analysis and N IREL2009, WORK2009
Behaviour
Strategic Management N IREL2010, WORK2010
WORK2211 6 P 40 credit points of units of study including WORK1003 (or WORK1002 or IREL1002) Semester 2
Human Resource Strategies N IREL2011, WORK2011
WORK2215 6 P WORK1003 or (WORK1001 and WORK1002) plus 12 senior credit points in WOS units of S2 Late Int
IR and HRM Practice study
N IREL2015, WORK2015
Entry to the unit is by application to the Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies Office
and is on a merit basis. The application can be downloaded at:
http://sydney.edu.au/business/__data/assets/word_doc/0003/62076/WORK2215_Application_Form_2010.doc
WORK2217 6 P 40 credit points worth of units of study including either (WORK1003 or WORK1001 or Semester 2
International Human Resource IREL1001) OR (IBUS2101 or IBUS2001)
Management N WORK2017
WORK2218 6 P 24 junior credit points Semester 1
People and Organisations Semester 2
Management and Organisational
Ethics
Organisational Communication
WORK2222 6 A WORK2201 or WORK2218 Semester 2
Leadership in Organisations P 40 credit points worth of units of study
WORK2225 6 A WORK1003 Semester 1
Work and Society P 24 credit points of junior units of study including WORK1003
N WORK2202, WORK2204, WORK2220
WORK2227 6 A WORK 1003 Semester 1
Regulation at Work P 24 credit points of junior units of study including WORK1003
N WORK2207, WORK2208
WORK3921 6 P (WORK1003) OR (WORK1001 and WORK1002) Semester 1
Theories of Work and Organisations N IREL3901, WORK3901
WORK3922 6 P (WORK3921 or IREL3901) or (IREL2901 and IREL2902) Semester 2
Researching Work and Organisations N IREL3902, WORK3902
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies), Bachelor of Economics or any other faculty degree with Honours in Industrial
Relations and Human Resource Management, students complete an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
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WORK4101 12 P 36 credit points of senior level WORK units of study inclusive of WORK3921 and WORK Semester 1
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours 3922. All WORK units of study must be passed at a credit level or above. Requirements for Semester 2
A the Pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units of study.
N IREL4101
WORK4102 12 C WORK4101 Semester 1
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours N IREL4102 Semester 2
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9. International Business
For the award of a major in International Business, students complete:
(i) one junior prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), that must be (a) be offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business, or (b) be part of Bachelor of
Economics and Social Sciences or the Bachelor of International and Global Studies or the Bachelor of International Studies (for students enrolled in these degrees
only). *
* Students who do not meet the requirements in (a) or (b) may complete two alternative junior units approved by the Chair of Discipline of International Business.
(ii) 24 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: IBUS2101, IBUS2102, IBUS3101 and IBUS3102; and
Any Faculty of Economics and Business junior unit may be used as a prerequisite for this major. Students should note that certain junior units are prerequsites for
senior elective unit options in this major.
IBUS2101 6 P 36 junior credit points with at least 12 from the Faculty of Economics and Business Semester 1
International Business Strategy N IBUS2001 Semester 2
Summer Main
IBUS2102 6 P 36 junior credit points with at least 12 from the Faculty of Economics and Business Semester 1
Cross-Cultural Management N IBUS2002 Semester 2
Summer Main
IBUS3101 6 P 36 credit points in junior units of study Semester 1
International Business Alliances C IBUS2101
IBUS3102 6 P 36 credit points in junior units of study Semester 2
International Risk Management
International Corporate Governance
CISS2001 6 P 4 junior units of study Semester 1
Business in the Global Environment Semester 2
Summer Early
ECOP3012 6 P ECOP1001 and (ECOP1002 or ECOP1003 or ECOP1004) Semester 1
Global Political Economy N ECOP3002
Political Economy of Development N ECOP3004 Summer Main
International Trade N ECON3006
International Financial Management N FINC3001
GOVT2221 6 P 12 Junior credit points from Government Semester 2
Politics of International Economic N GOVT2201
Rels
International Security in 21st Century N GOVT2205
IBUS3103 6 P 48 credit points Semester 2
Global Entrepreneurship and Students enrolled in the combined Law degrees are able to complete this unit in their third
Enterprise year of enrolment (full-time).
Ethical International Business C IBUS2101
Decisions
IBUS3106 6 P IBUS2101 and IBUS2102 with a credit average and must have permission from Chair, Semester 1
International Business Special Discipline of International Business. Semester 2
Project Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Students must have achieved a credit average in these units and must have recieved permission
to enrol from the Chair of the Discipline of International Business.
Business Negotiations Note: Department permission required for enrolment
MKTG3116 6 P MKTG1001 (or MKTG2001) Semester 1
International Marketing N MKTG3006
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Students may also select a maximum of 12 credit points in senior (2000 and 3000 level) language units from the Faculty of Arts to count towards this major (see
Faculty of Arts table for details).
Note: ECOP, GOVT and language units are Faculty of Arts units of study and count towards the non-Economics and Business unit allowances for degrees. Students
enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws cannot complete any units 'ECOP' or 'GOVT' coded units or any language units from the Faculty of
Arts.
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies), Bachelor of Economics or any non-Economics and Business degrees with
Honours in International Business, students complete an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
IBUS4101 12 P Completion of requirements for the pass degree, a major in International Business with a Semester 1
Special Topics in International minimum Credit average and approval of the Chair of Discipline.
Business C IBUS4102
IBUS4102 12 P Completion of requirements for the pass degree, a major in International Business with a Semester 1
International Business Research minimum Credit average, and approval of the Chair of Discipline.
Methods C IBUS4101
IBUS4103 12 P Completion of requirements for the Pass degree, a major in International Business with a Semester 2
International Business Seminar minimum Credit average, and approval of the Chair of Discipline.
C IBUS4104
IBUS4104 12 P Completion of requirements for the Pass degree, a major in International Business with a Semester 2
International Business Thesis minimum Credit average, and approval of the Chair of Discipline.
C IBUS4103
10. Management
For the award of a major in Management, students complete:
(i) one six credit point junior unit of study from the Faculty of Economics and Business; and
(ii) 18 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: WORK2201, WORK2210 and WOPRK2218; and
Any ACCT, CLAW, ECOF, ECON, ECMT, FINC, INFS, MKTG, or WORK junior unit of study can be completed to meet the requirements for this major. This junior
unit maybe the prerequisite of senior elective units for this major.
WORK2201 6 P 24 credit points of junior units of study Semester 1
Foundations of Management N IREL2001, WORK2001
This is the compulsory unit of study for the Management major.
Strategic Management N IREL2010, WORK2010
WORK2218 6 P 24 junior credit points Semester 1
People and Organisations Semester 2
ECOF3001 6 P Completed a minimum of 96 credit points in units of study (including ECON1001 and Semester 1
Business Strategy ECON1002) Semester 2
This unit of study is a compulsory part of the Bachelor of Commerce and combined Commerce Summer Main
degrees. It is not available to students in non-Commerce degrees.
Managerial Firms: Evolution & N ECHS2306, ECOS3003, ECON3003
Attributes
Hierarchies, Incentives & Firm N ECON3003, ECOS2306
Structure
Industrial Organisation N ECON3005, ECOS2201
ECOS3008 6 P One of (ECOS2001 or ECON2001 or ECOS2901 or ECON2901 or ECOP2011 or ECOP2001) Semester 1
Labour Economics and one of (ECOS2002 or ECON2002 or ECOS2902 or ECON2902 or ECOP2012 or
ECOP2002)
N ECON3008
Strategic Behaviour N ECON3012, ECOS3901
WORK2205 6 P 24 credit points of junior units of study including WORK1003 (or WORK1002 or IREL1002) Semester 1
Human Resource Processes N IREL2005, WORK2005
major.
Organisational Analysis and N IREL2009, WORK2009
Behaviour
WORK2211 6 P 40 credit points of units of study including WORK1003 (or WORK1002 or IREL1002) Semester 2
Human Resource Strategies N IREL2011, WORK2011
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Management and Organisational
Ethics
Organisational Communication
WORK2227 6 A WORK 1003 Semester 1
Regulation at Work P 24 credit points of junior units of study including WORK1003
N WORK2207, WORK2208
For details of Honours units refer to the listings under the Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management subject area.
11. Marketing
For the award of a major in Marketing, students complete:
(i) one six credit point junior unit of study: MKTG1001; and
(iii) 18 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: MKTG2112, MKTG2113 and MKTG3118; and
MKTG1001 6 N MKTG2001 Semester 1
Marketing Principles Semester 2
Consumer Behaviour N MKTG2002
MKTG2113 6 P MKTG1001 Semester 2
Marketing Research N MKTG1002
MKTG3118 6 P MKTG1001 (or MKTG2001), MKTG2112 (or MKTG2002), and (MKTG2113 or MKTG1002 Semester 2
Marketing Strategy and Planning or MKTG2003).
N MKTG3201
Marketing Communications N MKTG3002
New Products Marketing N MKTG3004
International Marketing N MKTG3006
Services Marketing N MKTG3007
Public Relations Management
Building and Managing Brands
MKTG3121 6 P MKTG1001 or MKTG2001 Semester 1
Advertising: Creative Principles
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) or Bachelor of Economics with Honours in Marketing, students complete an
additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
MKTG4101 12 P Requirements for the Pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours Semester 1
Marketing Honours A units of study Semester 2
Marketing Honours B units of study Semester 2
C MKTG4101
Marketing Honours C units of study. Semester 2
C MKTG4102
Marketing Honours D units of study. Semester 2
C MKTG4103
12. Operations Management and Decision Sciences

For the award of a major in Operations Management and Decision Sciences, students complete:
(i) 12 credit points in junior units of study: ECMT1010 and ECMT1020*; and
(ii) 24 credit points in compulsory senior units of study: ECMT2620, ECMT2630, ECMT2640 and ECMT3610; and
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points
* For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce, only one six credit points junior unit of study, ECMT1020, is completed for this major outside of core unit
requirements for the degree (ECMT1010 is completed as a core unit). For students enrolled in the Bachelor of Economics, both junior units, ECMT1010 and
ECMT1020, are completed as core units for this degree.
ECOF1010 6 N ECMT1010, ECMT1011, ECMT1012, ECMT1013, MATH1015, MATH1005, MATH1905, Semester 1
Business and Economic Statistics A STAT1021
Adv
Statistics A.
ECMT2620 6 P (ECMT1010 or ECOF1010) and ECMT1020 Semester 2
Management Science N ECMT2720
Managerial Decision Making N ECMT2730
Management Science Models and N ECMT3710
Methods
Regression Modelling N ECMT2010 Semester 2
Analysis of Discrete Choice Data N ECMT2021
Econometric Models and Methods N ECMT3010
Applied Econometrics N ECMT3020
Business
Business Risk Management
Project Planning and Management N CIVL3805
For the award of the Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) or the Bachelor of Economics with Honours in Operations Management and
Decision Sciences, students complete an additional honours year of study comprising four 12 credit point honours units.
ECMT4601 12 P Students who want to take honours in Management Decision Sciences have to: (i) qualify Semester 1
Management Decision Sciences for a major in Econometrics, Management Decision Sciences or Management Science; (ii) Semester 2
Honours A obtain a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of at least 65 in all units of study in the degree; (iii)
obtain a distinction average or better in ECMT3610; (iv) obtain a WAM of at least 75 in the
senior units of study in the ECMT or MDS/ Management Science major. Variations on entry
requirements are possible only with permission of the Chair of Discipline. Please see the
discipline online homepage for entry requirements in detail. Note that Econometrics and
Business Statistics encourages joint honours with other disciplines.
of study.
Management Decision Sciences Semester 2
Honours B
Honours C
Honours D
Faculty of Economics and Business international exchange and internship units of study
ECOF2555 6 P 8 units with a credit average Int February
Washington D.C. Internship
ECOF9100 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
French Internship Program Semester 2
ECOF9200 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
French Internship Program Semester 2
ECOF9106 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment S1 Late Int
International Exchange Program S2 Late Int
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15. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of Arts units of study
15. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of Arts

units of study

Students should refer to the Faculty of Arts website sydney.edu.au/arts or to the University of Sydney's unit of study handbook
(https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp) for the latest information regarding unit of study descriptions, assessment or other
requirements.
Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units may also offered in intensive mode. The

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Table of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of Arts (Table A)

Please Note: Faculty of Arts units of study are NOT available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws and the
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws combined degrees.
Students wishing to pursue a Political Economy or Government and International Relations major under the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal
Studies) can find details of available units under these subject areas in the following table.

points
American Studies
AMST1001 6 Students intending to study American Studies at senior level are also required to complete Semester 2
Global America HSTY1076 American History from Lincoln to Clinton (offered in Semester 1)
AMST2601 6 P 12 junior level credit points in the departments of English, and/or History and/or Art History Semester 1
American Foundations and Film, in the Faculty of Arts
USSC1010 6 This unit is available to year 11 students only. Summer Late
America: Rebels, Heroes &
Renegades
USSC2601 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 2
US in the World
USSC2602 6 P 18 junior credit points from Table A Semester 1
Introduction to US Politics
USSC2603 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 1
Americanism and Anti-Americanism
AMST2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
American Studies Exchange Semester 2


points
Ancient History
ANHS1600 6 N ANHS1003 Semester 1
Foundations for Ancient Greece
ANHS1601 6 N ANHS1004, ANHS1005 Semester 2
Foundations for Ancient Rome
ANHS1602 6 N CLCV1001 Semester 1
Greek and Roman Myth
ANHS2603 6 P 12 junior credit points of Ancient History or History OR 6 junior credit points of Ancient History Semester 1
Ancient Greek Democracies and 6 junior credit points of either Classical Studies, Latin, Greek (Ancient), or Archaeology
N ANHS2003
ANHS2605 6 P 12 junior credit points of Ancient History, Classical Studies, Ancient Greek or History OR 6 Semester 2
Ancient Greek Religion junior credit points of Ancient History and 6 junior credit points of either Latin, Greek (Ancient),
Classical Studies, History, Philosophy, Archaeology (Classical) or Archaeology (Near Eastern)
ANHS2610 6 P 12 junior credit points of Ancient History, History or Classical Studies OR 6 junior credit Semester 2
SPQR: The Senate and the People of points of Ancient History or Classical Studies and 6 junior credit points of either Latin, Greek
Rome (Ancient), History or Archaeology
ANHS2612 6 P 12 junior credit points of Ancient History or History or Asian Studies OR 6 junior credit points Semester 1
Historiography Ancient and Modern of Ancient History or History or Asian Studies and 6 junior credit points of either Classical
Studies, Latin, Greek (Ancient), or Archaeology
N ANHS2691, ANHS2692
ANHS2617 6 P 12 junior credit points of Ancient History or History or Latin or Greek (Ancient) OR 6 junior Semester 1
Love, Sex and Poetry in Ancient credit points of Ancient History and 6 junior credit points of either History, Latin, Greek (Ancient),
Rome or Archaeology
ANHS2618 6 P 12 junior credit points of Ancient History, Greek (Ancient), Latin or History OR 6 junior credit Semester 1
The Later Roman Empire (AD points of Ancient History and 6 junior credit points of either History, Latin, Greek (Ancient),
286-474) Philosophy or Archaeology
ANHS2619 6 P 12 junior credit points of Ancient History or History or Asian Studies OR 6 junior credit points Semester 2
The World of Ancient Epic of Ancient History or History or Asian Studies and 6 junior credit points of either Classical
Studies, Latin, Greek (Ancient), or Archaeology
ANHS3611 6 P Credit average in 18 senior credit points of Ancient History, Classical Studies, History, Latin, Semester 1
Research Issues in Roman Studies Greek (Ancient), Archaeology including ANHS2691 or HSTY2691 Summer Main
ANHS1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Ancient History Exchange Semester 2
ANHS4011 12 P Credit average in 48 credit points of senior Ancient History including ANHS2612 (or Semester 1
Ancient History Honours A equivalent) Semester 2
ANHS4012 12 P Refer to ANHS4011 Semester 1
Ancient History Honours B C ANHS4011 Semester 2
Ancient History Honours C C ANHS4012 Semester 2
Ancient History Honours D C ANHS4013 Semester 2
Anthropology
ANTH1001 6 N ANTH1003 Semester 1
Cultural Difference: An Introduction Summer Late
ANTH1002 6 N ANTH1004 Semester 2
Anthropology and the Global
ANTH2601 6 P 12 Junior credit points from Anthropology Semester 1
The Ethnography of Southeast Asia
Culture and the Unconscious
ANTH2623 6 P 12 junior credit points of Anthropology Semester 1
Gender: Anthropological Studies N ANTH2020, ANTH2023 Summer Late
Culture and Development
Medical Anthropology N ANTH2027
Migration and Migrant Cultures N ANTH2120, ANTH2121
Race and Ethnic Relations N ANTH2117
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points
Indigenous Australians and
Modernity
Being There: Method in Anthropology
Economy and Culture
ANTH2655 6 P 12 Junior credit points from Anthropology. Semester 1
The Social Production of Space N ANTH3911
History of Anthropological Thought N ANTH2501
ANTH3601 6 P 12 Senior credit points from Anthropology at credit level or above Semester 1
Contemporary Theory and N ANTH3921, ANTH3922
Anthropology
ANTH3602 6 P 12 Senior credit points from Anthropology at credit level or above Semester 2
Reading Ethnography N ANTH3611, ANTH3612, ANTH3613, ANTH3614
this unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
the BA (Advanced) degree program
ANTH1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Social Anthropology Exchange Semester 2
ANTH4011 12 P 48 senior credit points in Anthropology with at least a credit average grade. Units must Semester 1
Social Anthropology Honours A include ANTH3601 and ANTH3602. Requirements for the Pass degree must be completed Semester 2
befor entry to level 4000 honours units of study.
C ANTH4012, ANTH4013, ANTH4014
ANTH4012 12 C ANTH4011 Semester 1
Social Anthropology Honours B Semester 2
Social Anthropology Honours C Semester 2
Social Anthropology Honours D Semester 2
Arabic Language, Literature and Culture

ARBC1611 6 N ARBC1311, ARBC1312, ARBC1101, ARBC1102 Semester 1
Arabic Introductory 1B
ARBC1612 6 P ARBC1101 or ARBC1611 Semester 2
Arabic Introductory 2B N ARBC1311, ARBC1312, ARBC1102
Arabic Language and Literature 3B N ARBC1311, ARBC1312, ARBC2633, ARBC2634, ARBC2103
Arabic Language and Literature 4B N ARBC2104, ARBC1311, ARBC1312, ARBC2313, ARBC2314, ARBC2633, ARBC2634,
ARBC3635, ARBC3636, ARBC3637, ARBC3638
ARBC2633 6 P HSC Arabic Extension or Arabic Continuers or 70% or above in Arabic Beginners (subject Semester 1
Arabic Advanced Language & to placement test)
Literature 3A N ARBC1311
Arabic Advanced Language & N ARBC1312, ARBC1101, ARBC1102, ARBC1611, ARBC1612
Literature 4A
ARBC2633, ARBC2634, ARBC3635, ARBC3636, ARBC3637, ARBC3638
ARBC2633, ARBC2634, ARBC3635, ARBC3636, ARBC3637, ARBC3638
Arabic Advanced Translation & N ARBC2313, ARBC1101, ARBC1102, ARBC1611, ARBC1612
Writing 5A
Arabic Advanced for Media Studies N ARBC1101, ARBC1102, ARBC1611, ARBC1612, ARBC2314
6A
Arabic Advanced Translation & N ARBC2315, ARBC1101, ARBC1102, ARBC1611, ARBC1612
Writing 7A
Arabic Advanced for Media Studies N ARBC2316, ARBC1101, ARBC1102, ARBC1611, ARBC1612
8A
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points
ARBC2811 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Arabic Exchange Semester 2
Arab World, Islam and The Middle East

ARIS1671 6 Semester 1
Arabs, Islam & Middle East:
Introduction
ARIS1672 6 P ARIS1001 or ARIS1671 Semester 2
Arab-Islamic Civilisation: Introduction
Islam and Muslims in World History N ARIS2003
This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
the BA (Advanced) degree program.
Islam and Politics: Modernity N ARIS2004
Challenges This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
ARIS3680 6 P Credit in ARIS2673 or ARIS3675 or ARIS2003 or ARIS2005, and credit in ARBC2613 or Semester 2
Approaches to Arabic and Islamic ARBC3635 or ARBC2103 or ARBC2313
Studies
ARIS2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Arab World Islam & Middle East Semester 2
Exchange
Exchange
Exchange
Exchange
Exchange
Exchange
ARIS4011 12 P A total of 48 credit points in a combination of ARBC and ARIS senior units, with at least a Semester 1
Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours Credit average. These include the 36 credit points of the major in Arabic and Islamic Studies, Semester 2
A plus two more senior units, (including the special entry unit, ARIS3680 Approaches to Arabic
and Islamic Studies).
ARIS4012 12 C ARIS4011 Semester 1
Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours Semester 2
B
C
D
Archaeology
ARCA1001 6 Semester 1
Ancient Civilisations Summer Late
ARCA1002 6 N ARPH1001 Semester 2
Archaeology: An Introduction
ARCA2601 6 P 12 junior credit points of Archaeology Semester 2
Laboratory Methods N ARPH2614
Field Methods N ARPH3921
ARCA2606 6 P 12 junior credit points Semester 2
Maps, Time and Visualisation N ARPH3690
ARCA2608 6 P 12 junior credit points of Archaeology or 6 junior credit points of Archaeology plus 6 junior Semester 1
Near Eastern Ancient Civilisations credit points of Ancient History or Classical Studies
N ARNE1001
Minoans and Mycenaens credit points of Ancient History
A Greek Odyssey: The First credit points of Ancient History or Classical Studies
Millennium BC
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points
Contact and Exchange in South Italy credit points of Ancient History or Classical Studies
Analysis of Archaeological Materials
ARCA3601 6 P Credit average in 24 senior credit point of Archaeology Semester 2
Research in Australasian
Archaeology
ARCA3602 6 P Credit result in two of the following units: ARCA2610, ARCA2611, ARCA2612, ARCA2613, Semester 2
Greece and the East ARCA2614, ARCA2615
ARNE2603 6 P 12 junior credit points of Archaeology or 6 junior credit points of Archaeology plus 6 junior Semester 2
Introduction to the Archaeology of credit points of Ancient History or Classical Studies
Iran
ARNE2606 6 P 12 junior credit points from Archaeology, Classical Civilisation or Ancient History. Semester 1
The Archaeology of Central Asia
ARNE2691 6 P 12 junior credit points of Archaeology or 6 junior credit points of Archaeology plus 6 junior Semester 1
Material Culture credit points of Ancient History or Classical Studies
N ARNE2901
This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced)
degree program.
ARNE3691 6 P Credit average in 24 senior credit points of Archaeology Semester 2
Special Topics in West Asian N ARNE3901
Archaeology This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
ARPH2603 6 P 12 Junior credit points of Archaeology Semester 1
The Archaeology of Society N ARPH2003
Historical Archaeology N ARPH2702
Public Archaeology N ARPH2010
ARCA2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Archaeology Exchange Semester 2
ARCA4011 12 P Credit average or better in 48 senior credit points in Archaeology (including cross-listed units Semester 1
Archaeology Honours A for students doing Honours in Heritage Studies topics (see separate Heritage Studies entry). Semester 2
These exact pre-requisites will be waived where students are unable to meet the new
requirements due to curriculum changes. Students who intend to specialise in Classical
Archaeology at Honours should normally have obtained (a) credit or better result in ARCA3602
or ARCA 3603 or ARCA 3604, (b) credit or better results in ARCA2612 and ARCA2615 (c)
credit average results in any two of ARCA2610, ARCA2611, ARCA2613, ARCA2614,
ARCL2605, and (d) credit average results in any three other senior Archaeology or Heritage
Studies units (including those in the list above and senior Archaeology exchange units); reading
knowledge of French, German, Italian or Modern Greek is recommended. Students who intend
to specialise in Near Eastern and/or West Asian Archaeology at Honours should normally have
obtained (a) credit or better result in ARNE3691, and (b) credit average results in 2 of the
following: ARCA2604; ARCA2608; ARCA2609; ARNE2601; ARNE2602; ARNE2603;
ARNE2606; ARNE2607, ARNE2691, and (c) credit average results in 5 additional senior units
of Archaeology units (including those listed above and senior Archaeology exchange units).
Students who intend to specialise at Honours in other regional archaeology (e.g. Australia,
Asia, Pacific), Heritage Studies or a thematic topic should normally have obtained (a) credit
or better results in ARCA3600 or ARCA3601 (b) credit or better results in at least two of the
following hands-on practical units ARCA2601, ARCA2602, ARCA2606, ARCA2607, ARPH2602,
ARPH2617 (or equivalent), (c) credit or better results in at least two of the following ARCA2603,
ARCA2605, ARCA2616, ARPH2603, ARPH2612, ARPH2616 (or equivalent), and c) credit
average results in any three other senior Archaeology or Heritage Studies units (including
those listed above and senior Archaeology exchange units). The Department will only approve
Honours research topics which are considered appropriate to the content of senior units of
study obtained by the student. Please contact relevant Department staff for advice and
assistance. All students with credit or above results are encouraged to apply for Honours.
ARCA4012 12 P Refer to ARCA4011 Semester 1
Archaeology Honours B C ARCA4011 Semester 2
Archaeology Honours C C ARCA4012 Semester 2
Archaeology Honours D C ARCA4013 Semester 2
Art History
ARHT1001 6 Semester 1
Art and Experience
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points
ARHT1002 6 Semester 2
Modern Times: Art and Film
ARHT2610 6 P ARHT1001 and ARHT1002 Semester 1
Art and Society in Trecento Italy N ARHT2010
The Art of France N ARHT2013
degree program.
Postwar Australian Art and Film N ARHT2033
Contemporary Indigenous Australian N ARHT2036
Art This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced)
degree program.
ARHT2640 6 P (ARHT1001 and ARHT1002) or (ASNS1001 and ASNS1002) or (ASNS1001 and ASNS1101) Semester 2
Modern and Contemporary Asian Art N ARHT2040
ARHT2641 6 P (ARHT1001 and ARHT1002) or (ASNS1001/1601 and ASNS1002/1602) or (ASNS1001/1601 Semester 2
Art and Archaeology of South East and ASNS1101) or (any one of ARPH1001, ARPH1002, ARPH1003)
Asia N ARHT2041
ARHT2652 6 P ARHT1001 and ARHT1002 (For Art History Major), ARHT1002 or ENGL1025 or ENGL1026 Semester 1
From Silent to Sound Cinema (For Film Major)
N ARHT2052
Film Studies Core Unit. This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who
are already enrolled in the BA (Advanced) degree program.
Memory of the World: Key Films (For Film Major)
N ARHT2053
Modern Cinema: Modes of Viewing (For Film Major) Summer Early
N ARHT2055
National and Transnational Cinemas (For Film Major)
N ARHT2056
Art, Travel, Empires N ARHT2071
degree program.
ARHT1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Art History and Theory Exchange Semester 2
ARHT4011 12 P Results of a credit average or better in 48 credit points in Art History and Film Studies senior Semester 1
Art History and Theory Honours A units. If you do not have this prerequisite please contact the Honours coordinator to determine Semester 2
possible waiving of the prerequisite. Students may commence their study either at the beginning
of the year or mid-year.
ARHT4012 12 C ARHT4011 Semester 1
Art History and Theory Honours B Semester 2
Art History and Theory Honours C Semester 2
Art History and Theory Honours D Semester 2
Arts
No major available.
ARTS2600 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Internship 1 only available to incoming Study Abroad students Semester 2
Summer Main
Internship 2 only available to incoming Study Abroad students Semester 2
Arts Exchange Semester 2
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Asian Studies
ASNS1601 6 Semester 1
Introduction to Asian Cultures
ASNS1602 6 Semester 2
Modernity in Asia
ASNS2623 6 P 12 credit points from junior level Asian Studies, or other subject areas listed in Table A in Semester 2
India: Tradition and Modernity the Faculty of Arts Handbook. Summer Main
India, China,Tibet: Cultural Relations the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
The Origins of Japanese Tradition the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
Modern Japanese Social History the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
N ASNS2308
Traditional Korea the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
N ASNS2501
Modern Korea the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
N ASNS2502
Social Activism in Southeast Asia the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
Mass Media in East Asia the Faculty of Arts Handbook. Summer Main
N KRNS2600, ASNS2600
Japan in East Asia from 1840 until the Faculty of Arts Handbook
Today
Citizens and Politics in China Today the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
This unit will be taught in English, but a Chinese-language tutorial option may be provided.
Popular China the Faculty of Arts Handbook
China and Globalisation the Faculty of Arts Handbook.
degree program.
ASNS3690 6 P Credit average or above in a minimum of 30 senior credit points of Asian studies or Asian Semester 2
Approaches to Research in Asian language
Studies N ASNS3902, JPNS3902, CHNS3902, INMS3902
ASNS1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Asian Studies Exchange Semester 2
ASNS4011 12 P A Credit average or better in the major, plus 12 additional senior credit points, including Semester 1
Asian Studies Honours A ASNS3690 Approaches to Research in Asian Studies Semester 2
ASNS4012 12 C ASNS4011 Semester 1
Asian Studies Honours B Semester 2
Asian Studies Honours C Semester 2
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Asian Studies Honours D Semester 2
Biblical Studies
BBCL1001 6 Semester 1
Biblical Studies 1
BBCL1002 6 Semester 2
Biblical Studies 2
BBCL2607 6 P BBCL1001 or BBCL1002 Semester 1
Biblical Poetic Books
BBCL2608 6 P BBCL1001 or BBCL1002 Semester 2
Biblical Wisdom Literature
BBCL2609 6 P BBCL1001 or BBCL1002 or RLST2624 or MGRK2675 or MGRK2676 Semester 1
Historical Jesus to Written Gospels
BBCL2610 6 P BBCL1001 or BBCL1002 or RLST2624 or MGRK2675 or MGRK2676 Semester 2
The New Testament as Literature
BBCL2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Biblical In-Country Study A Semester 2
BBCL2802 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Biblical In-Country Study B Semester 2
BBCL4011 12 P Credit average in 48 senior credit points from Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies. These Semester 1
Biblical Studies Honours A credit points must include 24 senior credit points from Biblical Studies and at least 12 senior Semester 2
credit points in Classical Hebrew.
BBCL4012 12 C BBCL4011 Semester 1
Biblical Studies Honours B Semester 2
Biblical Studies Honours C Semester 2
Biblical Studies Honours D Semester 2
Celtic Studies
CLST2601 6 P 18 Junior Credit Points Semester 1
Defining the Celts
CLST2602 6 P CLST2606 Semester 2
Old Irish 2
CLST2603 6 P CLST2604 Semester 2
Middle Welsh 2
Middle Welsh 1 This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
degree programme
CLST2605 6 P 18 Junior credit points Semester 2
Celts in History
CLST2606 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 1
Old Irish 1 This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
degree program
CLST2607 6 P 12 senior credit points Semester 2
Modern Irish Linguistics This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
degree program
Modern Welsh Language and Culture This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
1 degree programme
CLST2609 6 P 18 junior credit points including CLST2608 Semester 2
Modern Welsh Language and Culture This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
2 degree program
Modern Irish Language and Culture This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
1 degree program
CLST2611 6 P 18 junior credit points including CLST2610 Semester 2
Modern Irish Language and Culture This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
2 degree program
Scottish Identity, History and Culture This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (advanced)
degree program
CLST4011 12 P A major in Celtic Studies plus 12 additional senior credit points, all with a Credit average Semester 1
Celtic Studies Honours A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
CLST4012 12 C CLST4011 Semester 1
Celtic Studies Honours B Semester 2
Celtic Studies Honours C Semester 2
Celtic Studies Honours D Semester 2
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Chinese Studies
CHNS1101 6 A This unit of study is suitable for complete beginners and for those students who, in the Semester 1
Chinese 1A (For Beginners) department's judgement, are best advised to go back to the beginning
C Students are strongly advised to take CHNS1601 Understanding Contemporary China
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers; eligibility for CHNS1201 or higher
CHNS1102 6 A One semester of Chinese at introductory level Semester 2
Chinese 1B (For Beginners) P CHNS1101
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers, eligibility for CHNS1201 or higher
CHNS1201 6 A Native- or near-native fluency in a spoken Chinese language (e.g., Putonghua, Cantonese) Semester 1
Chinese 1C (For Advanced combined with no, or very limited, knowledge of characters
Beginners) C Students are strongly advised to take CHNS1601 Understanding Contemporary China
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers, eligibility for higher-level classes
CHNS1202 6 A Native- or near-native fluency in a spoken Chinese language (e.g., putonghua, Cantonese) Semester 2
Chinese 1D (For Advanced combined with full mastery (reading and writing) of about 400 to 500 characters and at least
Beginners) basic communicative skills in Putonghua
P CHNS1201
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers, eligibility for higher-level classes
CHNS1303 6 P Must have passed HSC Chinese (Background Speakers) or have completed a major part Semester 1
Chinese for Background Speakers 1 of their secondary education in Chinese
N CHNS1101, CHNS1102, CHNS2601, CHNS2602
CHNS1304 6 P CHNS1303 Semester 2
Chinese for Background Speakers 2 N CHNS1101, CHNS1102, CHNS2601, CHNS2602
CHNS1601 6 N ASNS1101 Semester 1
Understanding Contemporary China
CHNS2601 6 A One year (approx. 5 hours per week for 26 weeks) of Chinese at introductory level Semester 1
Chinese 2A (Lower Intermediate) P CHNS1102
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers or equivalent, CHNS2101
CHNS2602 6 A Sound intermediate knowledge of Modern Standard Chinese, including full mastery of about Semester 2
Chinese 2B (Lower Intermediate) 1000 characters (preferably full-form).
P CHNS2601 or CHNS2101
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers or equivalent, CHNS2102
CHNS2611 6 A Minimum of one year of Chinese at introductory level. Semester 1
Classical Chinese A P CHNS1102 or CHNS1202 or CHNS2602 or CHNS3602 or CHNS3604 or CHNS2102 or
CHNS3104 or CHNS2204
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers (or equivalent), CHNS2111, CHNS2903, CHNS1313
CHNS2612 6 P CHNS2611 or CHNS2111 or HSC Chinese for Background Speakers or CHNS1313 or Semester 2
Classical Chinese B CHNS2903
N CHNS2112, CHNS2904, CHNS1314
CHNS3601 6 A Two years of university-level Chinese-language instruction for students without prior Semester 1
Chinese 3A (Upper Intermediate) knowledge of Chinese
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers, CHNS3103
CHNS3602 6 A Two and a half years of university-level Chinese-language instruction for students without Semester 2
Chinese 3B (Upper Intermediate) prior knowledge of Chinese
N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers, CHNS3104
CHNS3603 6 P CHNS1202 or CHNS3602 or CHNS3104 Semester 1
Chinese 4A (Advanced) N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers, CHNS2203, CHNS2204
CHNS3604 6 P CHNS3603 or CHNS2203 Semester 2
Chinese 4B (Advanced) N HSC Chinese for Background Speakers, CHNS2204
CHNS3611 6 P CHNS3602 or CHNS3604 Semester 1
Chinese for Specific Purposes 1 N CHNS3605 and CHNS3606
CHNS3612 6 P CHNS3611 Semester 2
Chinese for Specific Purposes 2 N CHNS3605 and CHNS3606
CHNS3633 6 A No knowledge of the Chinese language or literature is required Semester 1
Lu Xun and China's Modern Literature P 12 junior non-language credit points from Table A of the Table of Units of Study in the Faculty
of Arts
degree program
CHNS3634 6 A No knowledge of the Chinese language or literature is required Semester 2
Gender in Modern Chinese Literature P 12 junior non-language credit points from Table A of the Table of Units of Study in the Faculty
of Arts
degree program
CHNS3640 6 A Basic knowledge of Classical Chinese Semester 2
Chinese History Through Chinese P CHNS2612 or CHNS2112 or CHNS2904 or CHNS1314
Eyes N CHNS3561
degree program
CHNS3647 6 P CHNS2612 or CHNS2112 or CHNS1314 or CHNS2904 Semester 1
Classical Chinese Poetry N CHNS3441, CHNS3541
CHNS2650 6 A At least a year of Modern Standard Chinese at tertiary level (or equivalent). The department Semester 1
Chinese In-Country Study A recommends that students complete at least two semesters of Chinese prior to undertaking a Semester 2
full semester of in-country study.
P CHNS1102 or CHNS1202 (or a sequel within the same stream); or any senior CHNS unit
of study whose numeric code has 60 as the second and third digits. Native speakers of Chinese
who can read Chinese fluently and seek special permission to undertake in-country study after
first year must present a coherent academic rationale to the department.
CHNS2651 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Chinese In-Country Study B Semester 2
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points
Chinese In-Country Study C Semester 2
Chinese In-Country Study D Semester 2
Chinese In-Country Study E Semester 2
Chinese In-Country Study F Semester 2
Chinese In-Country Study G Semester 2
Chinese In-Country Study H Semester 2
Chinese Exchange Semester 2
CHNS4011 12 P The minimum requirements for admission to Honours are as follows: (1) a major in Chinese Semester 1
Chinese Honours A Studies plus sufficient additional credit points selected from other China-focused units of study Semester 2
to reach 48 senior credit points; and (2) a Credit average in all qualifying units of study. In
addition, ASNS3690, Approaches to Research in Asian Studies is strongly recommended and
may be counted towards the required 48 senior credit points by all students except those
whose qualifying senior credit points include CHNS2601 (or 2101) and/or CHNS2602 (or 2102).
Intending Honours students are advised to take as many senior credit points as possible in
Chinese language and China-related subjects.
CHNS4012 12 P See under CHNS4011. Semester 1
Chinese Honours B C CHNS4011 Semester 2
Chinese Honours C C CHNS4012 Semester 2
Chinese Honours D C CHNS4013 Semester 2
Classical Studies
CLCV1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Classical Civilisation Exchange Semester 2
CLCV1802 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
CLSS2804 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
CLSS2805 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
CLSS4011 12 P Either credit average in 36 senior credit points of Latin, including two of LATN3603, 3604, Semester 1
Classics Honours A 3605, 3606 plus 18 additional senior credit points of Greek OR credit average in 36 senior Semester 2
credit points of Greek, including two of GRKA3603, 3604, 3605, 3606 plus 18 additional senior
credit points of Latin.
CLSS4012 12 P Refer to CLSS4011 Semester 1
Classics Honours B C CLSS4011 Semester 2
Classics Honours C C CLSS4012 Semester 2
Classics Honours D C CLSS4013 Semester 2
Cultural Studies
GCST1601 6 Semester 1
Introduction to Cultural Studies Winter Main
GCST2606 6 P 18 Junior credit points Semester 2
Genres in Cultural Context
Gender, Communities and Belonging N WMST2008
GCST2612 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 1
Youth Cultures N WMST2012 Summer Late
Everyday Life:Theories and Practices N GCST2611
GCST3603 6 P 18 Junior credit points, including 6 credit points in GCST Semester 1
Consumer Cultures N WMST3003
GCST3604 6 P 18 junior credit points including at least 6 credit points GCST Semester 2
Cultural Theory
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points
GCST2812 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Cultural Studies Exchange Semester 2
GCST4011 12 P Credit average in 48 senior credit points of Cultural Studies, including GCST2601 (or Semester 1
Cultural Studies Honours A WMST2001) Semester 2
GCST4012 12 P Refer to GCST4011 Semester 1
Cultural Studies Honours B C GCST4011 Semester 2
Cultural Studies Honours C C GCST4012 Semester 2
Cultural Studies Honours D C GCST4013 Semester 2
GCST4101 6 P Credit average in 48 senior credit points of Gender Studies, including GCST2602 (or Semester 1
Arguing the Point WMST2002) OR credit average in 48 senior credit points of Cultural Studies, including
GCST2601 (or WMST2001)
N WMST4011
The Honours in Gender Studies and Honours in Cultural Studies programs are structured in
the same way. For each, a student must enrol in GCST4101 Arguing the Point and GCST4102
Research Skills. Every student then takes four Honours Thesis units and two Honours Seminar
units, in Gender Studies or Cultural Studies respectively. It is also possible to do combined
Honours by enrolling in one Seminar and two Thesis units from each discipline. All Honours
students are also expected to attend the Departmental research seminar series. Available only
to students who commenced Cultural Studies or Gender Studies Honours prior to 2010.
GCST4102 6 C GCST4101 Semester 1
Research Skills Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Available only to students who commenced Cultural Studies or Gender Studies Honours prior
to 2010. See GCST4101
Cultural Studies Honours Seminar A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Cultural Studies Honours Seminar B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis C Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis D Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Digital Cultures
ARIN2600 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 1
Technocultures N ARIN3000
Web Production N ARIN2100 Summer Main
Cyberworlds N ARIN2200
May be cross-listed for a Sociology major
Digital Arts N ARIN2300
May be cross-listed for an Art History and Theory major
ARIN3620 6 P 18 senior credit points Semester 2
Researching Digital Cultures N ARIN2000
Computer Games and Simulation Summer Main
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points
ARIN3650 6 P ISYS3403 (ISYS3113), ISYS3400 (ISYS3207) and ARIN3620 (ARIN2000) Semester 1
Digital Cultures Project 1 N ARIN3500, ARIN3600
ARIN3660 6 P ISYS3403 (ISYS3113), ISYS3400 (ISYS3207), ARIN3620 (ARIN2000) and ARIN3650 Semester 2
Digital Cultures Project 2 N ARIN3500, ARIN3600
ARIN3670 6 P ARIN1000 and either ISYS1003 or INFO1000 or INFO1003; 36 senior credit points of ARIN Semester 1
Digital Cultures Internship and ISYS/INFO Semester 2
C ARIN3680
Enrolment is subject to approval by the Director of the BA (Digital Technology and Culture)
program and locating an appropriate match between student and organisation. Students will
usually not enrol in ARIN3670 until the second semester of their 3rd year.
ARIN3680 6 P ARIN1000 and either ISYS1003 or INFO1000 or INFO1003; 36 senior credit points of ARIN Semester 1
Digital Cultures Internship Project and ISYS/INFO Semester 2
C ARIN3670
ARIN2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Digital Cultures Exchange Semester 2
ARIN4011 12 P Credit average in 48 senior credit points in the Digital Cultures Program comprising ARIN Semester 1
Digital Cultures Honours A and cross-listed units of study. Semester 2
ARIN4012 12 C ARIN4011 Semester 1
Digital Cultures Honours B Semester 2
Digital Cultures Honours C Semester 2
Digital Cultures Honours D Semester 2
English
ENGL1002 6 Semester 1
Narratives of Romance and
Adventure
Language, Texts and Time
Australian Texts: International
Contexts
Narrating the Fictive Self
ENGL2623 6 P 12 Junior credit points of English Semester 2
Twentieth Century Literature: N ENGL2023
Modernism
Reading Sexuality N ENGL2027
ENGL2629 6 P 12 junior credit points of English Semester 1
Victorian Literature N ENGL2029
Literature and Cinema N ENGL2038
Shakespeare N ENGL2040
Reading Poetry N ENGL2050
Modern Rhetoric N ENGL2052
May be cross listed to a major in Linguistics
ENGL2653 6 P 12 junior credit points in English or Linguistics Semester 1
Varieties of English Grammar N ENGL2053
Myths, Legends and Heroes
ENGL2658 6 P 12 junior credit points in English Semester 1
Love and Desire in Early Modern This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
England the BA (Advanced) degree program.
The 18th Century: Scandal & This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Sociability the BA (Advanced) degree program.
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points
Reading the Nation: Modern U.S.
Writing
Imagining Camelot N ENGL2601
Deceit, Disguise and Medieval
Narrative
ENGL2664 6 P Credit or above in 12 senior credit points of English Semester 1
Transpacific American Literature
1838-99
Contemporary British Literature This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Cinematic Modernism This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Fantastical Women This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Metaphor and Meaning This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Introduction to Old English N Students who have completed ENGL3621, ENGL3622, ENGL3631, ENGL3632 must consult
the unit co-ordinator.
ENGL3634 6 P ENGL3633 Semester 2
Continuing Old English N Students who have completed ENGL3621, ENGL3622, ENGL3631, ENGL3632 must consult
the unit co-ordinator.
Introduction to Old Norse N Students who have completed ENGL3621, ENGL3622, ENGL3631, ENGL3632 must consult
coordinator
ENGL3636 6 P ENGL3635 Semester 2
Continuing Old Norse N Students who have completed ENGL3621, ENGL3622, ENGL3631, ENGL3632 must consult
co-ordinator
Studies in Medieval Literatures This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Christopher Marlowe N ENGL3922
degree program.
The Literary in Theory This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Narrating Trauma
Aesthetics and Aestheticism This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
ENGL1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
English Exchange Semester 2
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points
ENGL4101 12 P Credit average in 48 senior English credit points including ENGL3655 or both ENGL3962 Semester 1
English Honours A and ENGL3964 Semester 2
ENGL4102 12 C ENGL4101 Semester 1
English Honours B Semester 2
English Honours C Semester 2
English Honours D Semester 2
ASLT2602 6 P 12 junior credit points from Table A Semester 1
Revolutionary Writing?: 1960s and N ASLT2002
beyond This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Australian Gothic This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced)
degree program.
Writing Australian Nature This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced)
degree program.
Australian Modernism
ASLT4011 12 P Credit average in 48 senior Australian Literature credit points (8 units of study), including Semester 1
Australian Literature Honours A the two special entry units ASLT3601 (or ASLT3901) and ASLT3602 (or ASLT3902). This may Semester 2
include up to 18 credit points of senior level English and/or Australian Studies.
ASLT4012 12 C ASLT4011 Semester 1
Australian Literature Honours B Semester 2
Australian Literature Honours C Semester 2
Australian Literature Honours D Semester 2
European Studies
EUST2601 6 P 18 Junior credit points from Part A of the Table of Units of Study Semester 1
Europe: Civilisation and Barbarism
EUST2605 6 P 18 Junior credit points from Part A of the Table of Units of Study Semester 2
Europe: Literature and Dictatorship
EUST2611 6 P At least 18 junior credit points from Part A of the Table of Units of Study, of which 12 credit Semester 1
European & Middle Eastern Myth & points are from one subject
Legend
EUST2612 6 P At least 18 junior credit points from Part A of the Table of Units of Study, of which 12 credit Semester 2
Regionalisms in Europe & the Middle points are from one subject
East
EUST2805 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
European Studies Exchange Semester 2
EUST4011 12 P A Credit average in 36 senior credit points of European Studies units, plus either 12 advanced Semester 1
European Studies Honours A level credit points OR 24 introductory / intermediate level credit points of a European language Semester 2
(other than English) or a Middle Eastern language.
EUST4012 12 C EUST4011 Semester 1
European Studies Honours B Semester 2
European Studies Honours C Semester 2
European Studies Honours D Semester 2
Film Studies
FILM2810 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Film Studies Exchange Semester 2
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points
FILM4101 12 P a Credit average or better in 48 senior credit points in Film Studies. Candidates who do not Semester 1
Film Studies Honours A have this prerequisite should contact the Honours Coordinator to determine possible waiving Semester 2
of the prerequisite
FILM4102 12 C FILM4101 Semester 1
Film Studies Honours B Semester 2
Film Studies Honours C Semester 2
Film Studies Honours D Semester 2
French Studies
FRNC1611 6 P Complete beginners, or less than 2 years of French, or less than 65% in Beginners HSC Semester 1
Junior French Introductory 1 French Summer Main
N FRNC1101 Winter Main
FRNC1612 6 P FRNC1611 or FRNC1101 Semester 2
Junior French Introductory 2 N FRNC1102 Summer Late
FRNC1621 6 P Less than 80% in HSC French Continuers or more than 65% in HSC French Beginners Semester 1
Junior French Intermediate 3 N FRNC1201
Junior French Intermediate 4 N FRNC1202
FRNC1631 6 P HSC French Continuers and Extension or more than 80% in Continuers French Semester 1
Junior French Advanced 5 N FRNC1301
Junior French Advanced 6 N FRNC1302
FRNC2611 6 P FRNC1622, FRNC1612, FRNC1202, FRNC1102 Semester 1
Senior French Intermediate 1 N FRNC2103
FRNC2612 6 P FRNC2611, FRNC2103 Semester 2
FRNC2614 6 P FRNC1612, FRNC1622, FRNC1102, FRNC1202 Semester 1
French Reading 1: Text and Society N FRNC2621, FRNC3631, FRNC2501, FRNC3621, FRNC3622
This unit is required for students intending to major or take options in their third year
FRNC2615 6 P FRNC2614, FRNC2501 Semester 2
Literature and Theatre N FRNC2502, FRNC2622, FRNC3631, FRNC3621, FRNC3622
this unit is required for students intending to major or take options in their third year
FRNC2651 6 P FRNC1302 or FRNC1632 or FRNC2502 or FRNC2615 Semester 1
Introduction à la Linguistique N FRNC2602
Professional French N FRNC3631
FRNC2666 6 P Credit in FRNC1632 or FRNC2615 or FRNC1302 or FRNC2502 Semester 2
Research Methods in French Studies This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
FRNC2681 6 P FRNC1632, FRNC1302, FRNC2615 or FRNC2502 Semester 1
French Narrative Cinema N FRNC2802
Senior French Advanced 5 N FRNC2303
FRNC3653 6 P Credit in FRNC1632, FRNC1302, FRNC2615 or FRNC2502 Semester 2
French Translation N FRNC3810
degree program.
French Sociolinguistics
French Popular Culture N FRNC3805, FRNC3806
FRNC3686 6 P FRNC1302, FRNC1632, FRNC2502 or FRNC2615 Semester 1
Le Grand siécle: 17th century France N FRNC3907
FRNC3801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
French In-Country Study Semester 2
French Exchange Semester 2
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points
FRNC4011 12 P 48 senior credit points (with Credit average or better) including FRNC2666 Research Methods Semester 1
French Honours A in French Studies and FRNC3631 Senior French Language (or equivalent). Semester 2
FRNC4012 12 C FRNC4011 Semester 1
French Honours B Semester 2
French Honours C Semester 2
French Honours D Semester 2
Gender Studies
GCST1602 6 Semester 2
Introduction to Gender Studies
Sex, Violence and Transgression N WMST2004 Summer Early
GCST2607 6 P 18 junior credit points. Semester 1
Bodies, Sexualities, Identities N WMST2007 Summer Main
Masculinity, Mateship and Men's N WMST2009 Winter Main
Lives
Intimacy, Love and Friendship N WMST2010
The Body: Theories, Practices, N WMST2012
Cultures
Gender Studies Exchange Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours A WMST2002) Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours B C GCST4015 Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours C C GCST4016 Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours D C GCST4017 Semester 2
Arguing the Point WMST2002) OR credit average in 48 senior credit points of Cultural Studies, including
GCST2601 (or WMST2001)
N WMST4011
The Honours in Gender Studies and Honours in Cultural Studies programs are structured in
the same way. For each, a student must enrol in GCST4101 Arguing the Point and GCST4102
Research Skills. Every student then takes four Honours Thesis units and two Honours Seminar
units, in Gender Studies or Cultural Studies respectively. It is also possible to do combined
Honours by enrolling in one Seminar and two Thesis units from each discipline. All Honours
students are also expected to attend the Departmental research seminar series. Available only
to students who commenced Cultural Studies or Gender Studies Honours prior to 2010.
Research Skills Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Gender Studies Honours Seminar A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours Seminar B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours Thesis A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
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points
Gender Studies Honours Thesis B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours Thesis C Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Gender Studies Honours Thesis D Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Germanic Studies
GRMN1111 6 N HSC German Extension, German Continuers, German Beginners 70% or above Semester 1
Junior German 1
GRMN1122 6 P GRMN1111 Semester 2
Junior German 2
GRMN1211 6 P HSC German Beginners 70% or above or German Continuers below 70% Semester 1
Junior German 3
Junior German 4
GRMN1311 6 P HSC German Extension or German Continuers 70% or above Semester 1
Junior German 5
Junior German 6
Senior German 1 N GRMN1211, GRMN1222, GRMN1311, GRMN1322
GRMN2612 6 P GRMN2611 or GRMN2211 Semester 2
Senior German 2 N GRMN1211, 1222, 1311, 1322
GRMN2613 6 P GRMN1222 or GRMN2222 or GRMN2612 Semester 1
Senior German 3 N GRMN1311, GRMN1322
Senior German 8 N GRMN2362
GRMN2631 6 P (GRMN1111 and GRMN1122) or (GRMN1211 and GRMN1222) Semester 1
Reading Comprehension and Text N GRMN1311, GRMN1322, GRMN2615, GRMN2616, GRMN2617, GRMN2618
Study
GRMN2633 6 P 12 Junior credit points of German Semester 2
Topics in German Film
GRMN2637 6 P GRMN1222, GRMN1322, GRMN2222 or GRMN2612 Semester 2
Business German
GRMN2638 6 P 12 Junior credit points of German not including GRMN1133 Semester 1
Gender & Sexuality in German
Literature
GRMN2641 6 P 12 Junior credit points of German Semester 1
German Culture and Society
1806-1848
GRMN2683 6 P Credit average in 12 Junior credit points of German, not including GRMN1111, GRMN1122 Semester 1
German Literature and Culture
GRMN2686 6 P Credit average in 12 Junior credit points of German Semester 2
The German Wende in Literature &
Culture
GRMN2811 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Germanic Studies Exchange Semester 2
GRMN4011 12 P 48 senior credit points of German including 12 credit points of special honours entry units Semester 1
German Honours A (2680 level) Semester 2
GRMN4012 12 C GRMN4011 Semester 1
German Honours B Semester 2
German Honours C Semester 2
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points
German Honours D Semester 2
Global Studies
For continuing Bachelor of Global Studies students only.
GBST2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Global Studies Exchange 1 Semester 2
Government and International Relations

GOVT1101 6 Semester 1
Australian Politics
Power in Society
Geopolitics Semester 2
World Politics Semester 2
Human Rights and Australian Politics N GOVT2101
The Australian Political Party System N GOVT2104
Australian Foreign and Defence N GOVT2106
Policy
Southeast Asia: Dilemmas of N GOVT2109
Development
Politics of International Economic N GOVT2201
Rels
International Security in 21st Century N GOVT2205
Environmental Politics N GOVT2208
Politics of China N GOVT2402
Europe in World Affairs N GOVT2404
degree program.
American Politics and Foreign Policy N GOVT2405
Reform, Revolution and Post N GOVT2406
Communism This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced)
degree program.
Policy Analysis N GOVT2502
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points
Public Sector Management and N GOVT2507
Governance
GOVT2603 6 P 12 junior credit points in Government Semester 1
Media Politics
Capitalism and Democracy in East N GOVT2411
Asia
GOVT2801 6 P Four core junior BIntS units of study (GOVT1105, GOVT1202, ECOP1001, ECOP1003) Semester 2
Applied International Studies This unit is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of International Studies
GOVT2802 6 P Four core junior BIntS units of study (GOVT1105, GOVT1202, ECOP1001, ECOP1003) Semester 2
International Studies Practicum This unit is only available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of International Studies.
GOVT2991 6 P 12 Junior credit points from Government at the level of Credit or better, or with the consent Semester 1
Political Analysis of the Honours Coordinator, Dr John Mikler
GOVT3993 6 P 12 Senior credit points from Government and GOVT2991, each at the level of Credit or Semester 1
Power better, or with the consent of the Honours Coordinator, Dr John Mikler.
N GOVT3991
GOVT3994 6 P 12 Senior credit points from Government and GOVT2991, each at the level of Credit or Semester 2
Research Preparation better, or with the consent of the Honours Coordinator, Dr John Mikler.
N GOVT3992
GOVT1001 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Government Exchange Semester 2
GOVT4101 12 P Credit grades in two junior GOVT units, three senior GOVT units and GOVT2991 Semester 1
Government Honours A (GOVT2091), GOVT3993 (or GOVT3991) and GOVT3994 (or GOVT3992). Requirements for Semester 2
the Pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units of study.
C GOVT4101, GOVT4102, GOVT4103, GOVT4104
GOVT4102 12 C GOVT4101 Semester 1
Government Honours B Semester 2
Government Honours C Semester 2
Government Honours D Semester 2
Greek (Ancient)
GRKA1600 6 N GRKA1001, GRKA2611, GRKA2620 Semester 1
Introduction to Ancient Greek 1
GRKA1601 6 P GRKA1600 or GRKA1001 Semester 2
Introduction to Ancient Greek 2 N GRKA1002, GRKA2612, GRKA2621
GRKA2600 6 P HSC Greek or GRKA1601 or GRKA2621 or GRKA2612 or GRKA1002 Semester 1
Intermediate Greek 1 N GRKA2603
GRKA2601 6 P GRKA2600 or GRKA2603 Semester 2
Intermediate Greek 2
GRKA2620 6 N GRKA1600, GRKA1001, GRKA2611 Semester 1
Reading Greek 1
GRKA2621 6 P GRKA1600 or GRKA2603 or GRKA2611 or GRKA2620 Semester 2
Reading Greek 2 N GRKA1601, GRKA1002, GRKA2612
GRKA3600 6 P GRKA2601 or equivalent Semester 1
Advanced Greek
GRKA3602 6 C GRKA2601 or equivalent Semester 2
Greek Epic
GRKA3604 6 C GRKA3600 or by permission of department Semester 1
Greek Philosophical Texts
GRKA3606 6 C 18 GRKA credit points at 3000 level Semester 2
Classics of Greek Literature
GRKA2804 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Greek (Ancient) Exchange Semester 2
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points
GRKA2805 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Greek (Ancient) Exchange Semester 2
GRKA4011 12 P Credit average in 42 senior credit points of Greek including two of GRKA3603, 3604, 3605, Semester 1
Greek Honours A 3606 plus 6 additional senior credit points of Greek, Latin or Ancient History. Semester 2
GRKA4012 12 P Refer to GRKA4011 Semester 1
Greek Honours B C GRKA4011 Semester 2
Greek Honours C C GRKA4012 Semester 2
Greek Honours D C GRKA4013 Semester 2
Hebrew (Classical)
HBRW1111 6 N HBRW1311, HBRW2631 Semester 1
Hebrew Classical B1
HBRW1112 6 P HBRW1111 Semester 2
Hebrew Classical B2 N HBRW1312, HBRW2632
HBRW2623 6 P HBRW1112 or HBRW2402 or HBRW2632 or HSC Hebrew or equivalent Semester 1
Hebrew Classical 3 N HBRW2115
Hebrew Classical 4 N HBRW2116
HBRW2631 6 P 18 Junior credit points including 12 credit points in a subject area from the School of Semester 1
Hebrew Accelerated C1 Archaeology, Classics and Ancient History or from the Department of Hebrew, Biblical and
Jewish Studies or from the Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies
C 6 senior credit points in a subject area from the School of Archaeology, Classics and Ancient
History or from the Department of Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies or from the Department
of Arabic and Islamic Studies.
N HBRW1111, HBRW1112, HBRW2401
HBRW2632 6 P HBRW2401 or HBRW2631 Semester 2
Hebrew Accelerated C2 N HBRW1112, HBRW2402
Syriac 1 N HBRW2911
Syriac 2 N HBRW2912
Syriac 3 N HBRW3911
Syriac 4 N HBRW3912
HBRW2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Hebrew (Classical) In-Country Study Semester 2
A
HBRW2802 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Hebrew (Classical) In-Country Study Semester 2
B
HBRW4011 12 P 48 senior credit points consisting of: (HBRW2113 or HBRW2623) and (HBRW2114 or Semester 1
Hebrew (Classical) Honours A HBRW2624) and (HBRW2115 or HBRW2625) and (HBRW2116 or HBRW2626); and 24 credit Semester 2
points from the department of Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Studies.
HBRW4012 12 C HBRW4011 Semester 1
Hebrew (Classical) Honours B Semester 2
Hebrew (Classical) Honours C Semester 2
Hebrew (Classical) Honours D Semester 2
Hebrew (Modern)
HBRW1011 6 Semester 1
Hebrew Modern B1
Hebrew Modern B2 N HBRW1302
Hebrew Modern 3 N HBRW2103
HBRW2607 6 P HBRW2106 or HBRW2606 or Modern Hebrew HSC Semester 1
102

points
HBRW2612 6 P HBRW1302 or HBRW2611 or equivalent knowledge as determined by the department Semester 2
HBRW4021 12 P Credit or better at 36 credit points of Modern Hebrew from among HBRW2605 to HBRW2612 Semester 1
Hebrew (Modern) Honours A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Hebrew (Modern) Honours B Semester 2
Hebrew (Modern) Honours C Semester 2
Hebrew (Modern) Honours D Semester 2
Heritage Studies
No major available.
HRTG3601 6 P HRTG2001 or HRTG2601 or ARHT2034 or ARHT2634 Semester 1
Heritage Museums and the Public N HRTG3001
Sphere
HRTG3602 6 P HRTG2001 or HRTG2601 or ARHT2034 or ARHT2634 Semester 2
Social History and Heritage Studies N HRTG3002
HRTG2804 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Heritage Studies Exchange Semester 2
History
HSTY1025 6 Semester 1
The Middle Ages
Renaissance and Reformation
(1498-1648)
HSTY1044 6 N HSTY1043 Semester 2
Twentieth Century Europe Summer Late
Modern European History 1750-1914
HSTY1076 6 N HSTY2035 Semester 1
American History from Lincoln to
Clinton
Australia: Colonies to Nation
HSTY2304 6 P 12 Junior credit points of History, Ancient History or Asian Studies Semester 1
Imperialism, 1815-2000
HSTY2601 6 P 12 Junior credit points of History, Ancient History, or Asian Studies Semester 2
Religion & Society: Conversion & N HSTY2001
Culture
HSTY2607 6 P 12 junior credit points in History, Arabic and Islamic Studies, or Hebrew, Biblical and Jewish Semester 1
Approaches to the Arab Israeli Studies. Winter Main
Conflict N JCTC2008, GOVT2772
HSTY2619 6 P 12 Junior credit points of History, Ancient History, Economic History or Asian History and Semester 2
Living in Colonial Australia Culture
N HSTY2019
HSTY2627 6 P 12 junior credit points of History, Ancient History, or Asian Studies Semester 1
Living Memory: Popular Uses of the Winter Main
Past
Sex and Scandal N HSTY2029 Summer Main
Columbus to Lincoln: America Before N HSTY2034
1865
Twentieth Century China Culture
N HSTY3071, HSTY3072
103

points
Nationalism N HSTY2059
HSTY2660 6 P 12 Junior credit points of History, Ancient History or Economic History Semester 2
Violence in Italy N HSTY2060
Communicating Culture in the Middle N HSTY2064
Ages
New York, New York Summer Late
Britain and the World: C.1837-1914
HSTY2673 6 A No prior knowledge of Chinese history is assumed Semester 2
Lived Experience in Modern China P 12 credit points of Junior History, Ancient History, or Asian Studies
Australia: Politics and Nation Culture
Portraits of Medieval Women N HSTY3696
Food, Environment and Culture in
Europe
Alliance: Australia-USA Relations
Australia's Underworld: Stories &
Method
Writing History N HSTY2901, ANHS2691
HSTY2692 6 P 12 credit points of Junior History, Ancient History or Asian Studies Semester 1
International and Diplomatic History
HSTY1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
History Exchange Semester 2
HSTY4011 12 P 48 senior credit points of History (up to 18 credit points of which may be cross-listed), including Semester 1
History Honours A HSTY2691, with an average mark in those units of study of credit or better. Students who do Semester 2
not meet this requirement, however, may apply to the Honours Coordinator for a waiver to
permit their entry into the honours program.
HSTY4012 12 P Refer to HSTY4011 Semester 1
History Honours B C HSTY4011 Semester 2
History Honours C C HSTY4012 Semester 2
History Honours D C HSTY4013 Semester 2
Indigenous Australian Studies

KOCR2600 6 P 18 Junior credit points Semester 1
Indigenous Australia: An Introduction N KOCR2100 Semester 2
KOCR2602 6 P KOCR2100 or KOCR2600 Semester 2
Issues in Indigenous Rights N KOCR2102
KOCR2603 6 P KOCR2100 or KOCR2600 Semester 2
Indigenous Health and Communities
KOCR2604 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 1
Colours of Identity: Indigenous C KOCR2100 or KOCR2600
Bodies
KOCR2605 6 Semester 1
Speaking Gamilaraay 1
KOCR2607 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 1
Indigenous Creative Expression
KOCR2609 6 P KOCR2600 and KOCR2602 Semester 2
Indigenous Political Movements
KOCR2610 6 P KOCR2600 and KOCR2603 Semester 1
Indigenous Community Development
KOCR2611 6 P 12 credit points junior history Semester 2
Issues in Indigenous History C KOCR2600
104

points
KOCR3602 6 P KOCR2600 Semester 1
Race, Racism and Indigenous
Australia
KOCR3607 6 P KOCR2600 Semester 2
Reawakening Australian Languages
Indonesian Studies
INMS1101 6 N Native or near native speakers of Indonesian or Malay, HSC Continuers, or Extension Semester 1
Indonesian 1A Indonesian or Beginners Indonesian with 75% or above
INMS1102 6 P INMS1101 Semester 2
Indonesian 1B N INMS1301, INMS1302
INMS2601 6 P INMS1102 or HSC Continuers or Extension Indonesian or HSC Beginners Indonesian 75% Semester 1
Indonesian 2A and above
N 8 credit point units of study numbered INMS2101 or above
INMS2602 6 P INMS2101 or INMS2601 Semester 2
Indonesian 2B N 8 credit point units of study numbered INMS2102 or above
Indonesian 3A N 8 credit point units of study numbered INMS3101 or above
Indonesian 3B N 8 credit points of units of study numbered INMS3102 or above
Autonomy and Human Rights in This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Indonesia the BA (Advanced) degree program.
Enculturating the Indonesian Nation This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Indonesia: The Challenges of
Development
Indonesia in Search of Modernity
INMS2650 6 P INMS1102 or INMS2101 or INMS2601 Semester 1
Indonesian In-Country Study A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Indonesian In-Country Study B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Indonesian In-Country Study C Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Indonesian In-Country Study D Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Indonesian In-Country Study E Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Indonesian In-Country Study F Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Indonesian In-Country Study G Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Indonesian In-Country Study H Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
INMS2805 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Indonesian Exchange Semester 2
INMS4011 12 P A major in Indonesian Studies with a Credit average or better, or departmental permission. Semester 1
Indonesian and Malay Studies Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Honours A
INMS4012 12 C INMS4011 Semester 1
Indonesian and Malay Studies Semester 2
Honours B
Honours C
Honours D
International and Comparative Literary Studies

ICLS2621 6 P At least 18 junior credit points from any department in the Faculty of Arts from Table A, of Semester 1
Love in Different Languages which 12 credit points are from one subject
ICLS2624 6 P 18 Junior credit points from any department in the Faculty of Arts from Table A, of which 12 Semester 1
Great Books 1:The Human Condition credit points are from one subject
N ICLS2625
ICLS2637 6 P At least 18 junior credit points from Part A of the table of units of study, of which 12 credits Semester 2
Watching Stars: Film and the Star points are from one subject
System
105

points
ICLS3631 6 P 18 Part A junior credit points of which 12 must be taken in the same subject Semester 2
What is Literature? Crosscultural
Views
ICLS2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch Semester 2
ICLS4011 12 P Credit average in 48 senior credit points of ICLS, of which at least 36 senior credit points Semester 1
Int Comparative Literary Studies should be from ICLS units including exchange units, and 12 may be from cross-listed units Semester 2
Hons A from the School of Languages and Cultures or the Department of English. A reading knowledge
of one language other than English is also required. Students not meeting these criteria may
apply for special permission from the Director of ICLS. Special transitional entry arrangements
will be made for students undertaking Honours in 2010.
ICLS4012 12 C ICLS4011 Semester 1
Int Comparative Literary Studies Semester 2
Hons B
Hons C
Hons D
International and Global Studies

INGS1001 6 This unit is available only to students in the Bachelor of International and Global Studies Semester 1
Power and Money in Global Society
INGS1002 6 N GBST1001 Semester 2
Global Culture and Society this unit is available only to students in the Bachelor of International and Global Studies
INGS2601 6 P INGS1001 and INGS1002 or permission from Bachelor of International and Global Studies Semester 1
Transnational Spaces and Networks Director.
This unit is available only to student in the Bachelor of International and Global Studies
INGS3601 6 P INGS1001 and INGS1002 and INGS2601 Semester 1
Current Global Issues C may be completed concurrently with INGS2601 with approval of Director
not available to students outside BIGS
Italian Studies
ITLN1611 6 N ITLN1101, ITLN1201, ITLN1301, ITLN1621, ITLN1631 Semester 1
Introductory Italian 1 A student who is qualified to enter a higher level course may not enrol in a lower level course.
Students who have taken Beginners HSC Italian proceed to ITLN2611; students who have
taken Continuers and / or Extension HSC Italian proceed to ITLN2631. Students who have
any formal training or previous knowledge of Italian from other sources are required to identify
themselves to the department as soon as possible.
ITLN1612 6 P ITLN1611 or ITLN1101 Semester 2
Introductory Italian 2 N ITLN1102, ITLN1202, ITLN1302, ITLN1632
ITLN1613 6 N ITLN1612 Semester 1
Introduction to Modern Italian Culture
ITLN2611 6 P ITLN1612, ITLN1102 or HSC Italian Beginners Semester 1
Intermediate Italian 3 N ITLN2631, ITLN2101, ITLN2201, ITLN2301
Intermediate Italian 4 N ITLN2632, ITLN2202, ITLN2302
ITLN2631 6 P ITLN1632, ITLN1202, ITLN1302 or HSC Continuers Semester 1
Senior Italian 3 N ITLN2611, ITLN2201, ITLN2101, ITLN2301
ITLN2632 6 P ITLN2631, ITLN2201 or ITLN2301 Semester 2
Senior Italian 4 N ITLN2612, ITLN2202, ITLN2302
Senior Italian 6 N ITLN3202, ITLN3302
ITLN3679 6 P One of ITLN1612, ITLN1632, ITLN1102, ITLN1202, ITLN1302, HSC Italian Continuers or Semester 2
Filming Fiction: The Italian Beginners
Experience
ITLN3681 6 P One of ITLN1632, ITLN2612, ITLN1202, ITLN1302, HSC Italian Continuers Semester 2
Representations of Southern Italy N ITLN3761
ITLN3682 6 P ITLN1632, ITLN2612, ITLN1202, ITLN1302 or ITLN2202 Semester 1
Fiction of Youth N ITLN3763
ITLN3685 6 P ITLN1302, ITLN1402, ITLN2202, ITLN1632 or ITLN2612 Semester 1
Linguistic Issues in Migration N ITLN3754
106

points
ITLN3687 6 P One of ITLN3631, ITLN3612, ITLN3301, ITLN3202 or ITLN3611 Semester 1
Focus on Writing in Italian N ITLN3401
ITLN3688 6 P One of ITLN3611, ITLN3612, ITLN3631, ITLN3202, ITLN3301 Semester 2
Advanced Italian: Translation N ITLN3402
ITLN3691 6 P Credit in 12 credit points of Italian or 80% in HSC Italian Continuers Semester 2
Italian Literature: 1200-1860 N ITLN2902
the BA (Advanced) degree program. It is also strongly recommended for intending Exchange
students.
ITLN3694 6 P 18 Part A junior credit points Semester 1
Dante and the Middle Ages
ITLN3695 6 P 18 Table A junior credit points Semester 2
Love in Italian Culture
ITLN1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Italian Exchange Semester 2
ITLN4011 12 P Students must have qualified for the award of the pass degree with a major in Italian (36 Semester 1
Italian Honours A senior credit points). They will have completed an additional 12 credit points, normally including Semester 2
the special entry unit ITLN3691. Intending Honours students should attain a Credit average
result in senior Italian units of study taken as a part of their major.
ITLN4012 12 C ITLN4011 Semester 1
Italian Honours B Semester 2
Italian Honours C Semester 2
Italian Honours D Semester 2
Japanese Studies
JPNS1611 6 N JPNS1111, any HSC Japanese Course Semester 1
Japanese 1 Summer Main
Winter Main
JPNS1612 6 P JPNS1111 or JPNS1611 Semester 2
Japanese 2 N JPNS1121
JPNS2611 6 P 65% or more in HSC Japanese Beginners or less then 70% in Japanese Continuers, or Semester 1
Japanese 3 JPNS1121 or JPNS1612
N JPNS1114, JPNS2212
JPNS2612 6 P JPNS1114 or JPNS2212 or JPNS2611 Semester 2
Japanese 4 N JPNS1124, JPNS2222
JPNS2621 6 P HSC Japanese Extension or Japanese Continuers 70% or above or JPNS1124 or JPNS2222 Semester 1
Japanese 5 or JPNS2612
N JPNS2213
Introduction to Japan N JPNS2622, JPNS3622, JPNS3632
Modern Japanese Literary N JPNS3116; JPNS3621; JPNS2301; JPNS3631; JPNS3301
Masterpieces
Japanese Sociolinguistics N JPNS3621, JPNS3622, JPNS3631, JPNS3632, JPNS2301, JPNS2302, JPNS3301,
JPNS3302, JPNS3114
Japanese Media Culture and New N JPNS3106, JPNS3621, JPNS3631
Japan
107

points
JPNS3673 6 P JPNS1123 or JPNS2223 or JPNS2622 or JPNS1125 Semester 2
Japanese Society N JPNS3314
JPNS3675 6 P JPNS2622 Semester 1
Japanese Cinema This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced)
degree program
JPNS3676 6 P JPNS1123 or JPNS1125 or JPNS2223 or JPNS2622 Semester 1
Monsters & Ghosts: Japanese
Fantasy & SF
JPNS3841 6 P 12 Junior JPNS credit points Semester 1
Japan In-Country Study 1 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
JPNS3842 6 P 12 Junior JPNS credit points Semester 1
Japan In-Country Study 2 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
JPNS1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Japanese Exchange Semester 2
Japanese Exchange Semester 2
Japanese Exchange 3 Semester 2
JPNS4011 12 P Credit average or better in the major plus 12 additional senior credit points, including Semester 1
Japanese Honours A ASNS3690 Approaches to Research in Asian Studies. They may include one 6-credit point Semester 2
Japan-related Asian Studies unit of study.
JPNS4012 12 C JPNS4011 Semester 1
Japanese Honours B Semester 2
Japanese Honours C Semester 2
Japanese Honours D Semester 2
Jewish Civilisation, Thought and Culture

JCTC1001 6 Semester 1
Palestine: Roman Rule to Islam
JCTC1002 6 P JCTC1001 Semester 2
Jewish Settlement Outside Palestine
JCTC2603 6 P JCTC1001 or one of HSTY1022, HSTY1031, HSTY1043, HSTY1044, HSTY1045, HSTY1076, Semester 1
Jews Under the Crescent and the HSTY1088, RLST1001, RLST1002
Cross N JCTC2003
From Expulsion to Regeneration HSTY1088, RLST1001, RLST1002
N JCTC2004
From Emancipation to the Holocaust HSTY1088
JCTC2606 6 P JCTC1001 or 6 junior credit points from History Semester 2
The Holocaust: History and Aftermath N JCTC2006
JCTC2607 6 P JCTC1001 or one of HSTY1022, HSTY1025, HSTY1031, HSTY1043, HSTY1044, HSTY1045 Semester 1
Israel in the Modern Middle East This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
JCTC1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Jewish Civilization Exchange Semester 2
Jewish Civilisation Exchange Semester 2
Jewish Civilization Exchange Semester 2
108

points
JCTC4011 12 P A major in Jewish Civilisation with a Credit average, plus 12 credit points in an associated Semester 1
Judaic Studies Honours A language (Hebrew Classical OR Hebrew Modern OR Yiddish) or an Honours preparation Semester 2
course from an associated discipline (History, Government or Studies of Religion).
JCTC4012 12 C JCTC4011 Semester 1
Judaic Studies Honours B Semester 2
Judaic Studies Honours C Semester 2
Judaic Studies Honours D Semester 2
Korean Studies
KRNS1621 6 N KRNS1101 Semester 1
Korean 1
KRNS1622 6 P KRNS1621 or KRNS1101 Semester 2
Korean 2 N KRNS1102
Korean 3 N KRNS2001
Korean 4 N KRNS2002
KRNS2671 6 P KRNS1302 or KRNS1632 or native speakers of Korean Semester 1
Translation and Interpretation N KRNS2400
KRNS2672 6 P KRNS1302 or KRNS1632 or native speakers of Korean Semester 2
Issues in Korean Language N KRNS2515
KRNS2675 6 P 12 junior credit points in Arts Semester 1
Contemporary Korean Society and N KRNS2500
Culture
Korean 5 N KRNS3001
Korean 6 N KRNS3002
KRNS2681 6 P KRNS1101 or KRNS1621 or KRNS1301 or KRNS1631 Semester 1
Korean In-Country Study A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
KRNS2682 6 P KRNS1101 or KRNS1621 or KRNS1301 or KRNS1631 Semester 1
Korean In-Country Study B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
KRNS1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Korean Exchange Semester 2
Korean Studies Exchange Semester 2
KRNS4011 12 P Students must obtain a Credit average or better in their Korean Studies major and have Semester 1
Korean Honours A taken an additional 12 credit points from KRNS or cross-listed ASNS units, including ASNS3690: Semester 2
Approaches to Research in Asian Studies.
KRNS4012 12 C KRNS4011 Semester 1
Korean Honours B Semester 2
Korean Honours C Semester 2
Korean Honours D Semester 2
Latin
LATN1600 6 N LATN1001, LATN2611, LATN2620 Semester 1
Introductory Latin 1
LATN1601 6 P LATN1600 or LATN1001 or LATN2611 Semester 2
Introductory Latin 2 N LATN1002, LATN2612, LATN2621
LATN2600 6 P HSC Latin or LATN1601 or LATN2612 or LATN2621 or LATN1002 Semester 1
Intermediate Latin 1 N LATN2603, LATN1101
LATN2601 6 P LATN2600 or LATN1101 Semester 2
Intermediate Latin 2 N LATN1102
LATN2620 6 N LATN1600, LATN1001, LATN2611 Semester 1
Reading Latin 1
Reading Latin 2 N LATN1601, LATN1002, LATN2612
LATN3600 6 P LATN2601 or LATN2604 or LATN1102 Semester 1
Advanced Latin N LATN3607
109

points
LATN3602 6 C LATN2601 Semester 2
Latin Epic 2
LATN3603 6 C LATN3600 or LATN3607 Semester 1
Latin Imperial Poetry
Latin Republican Prose
LATN1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Latin Exchange Semester 2
LATN4011 12 P Credit average in 42 senior credit points of Latin including two of LATN3603, 3604, 3605, Semester 1
Latin Honours A 3606 plus 6 additional senior credit points of Greek, Latin or Ancient History. Semester 2
LATN4012 12 P Refer to LATN4011 Semester 1
Latin Honours B C LATN4011 Semester 2
Latin Honours C C LATN4012 Semester 2
Latin Honours D C LATN4013 Semester 2
Legal Studies
For continuing Bachelor of Arts and Sciences students only - no major available.
SLSS1001 6 available to Bachelor of Arts and Sciences and Bachelor of Socio-Legal Studies only Semester 1
Introduction to Socio-Legal Studies
Law and Contemporary Society
Linguistics
LNGS1001 6 N LNGS1004, LNGS1005 Semester 1
Structure of Language
LNGS1002 6 Semester 2
Language and Social Context
LNGS2602 6 P LNGS1001 or LNGS1005 or LNGS1004 Semester 2
Syntax N LNGS2002
LNGS2603 6 P One of ENGL1000, ENGL1005, ENGL2619, ENGL2647, LNGS1001, LNGS1002, LNGS1003, Semester 1
Functional Grammar LNGS1004, LNGS1005, LNGS2601, LNGS2602, LNGS2604, LNGS2620, LNGS2621,
MECO1001, MECO1003, WRIT1001
N LNGS2003
LNGS2604 6 P One of ENGL1000, ENGL1005, ENGL2619, ENGL2647, LNGS1001, LNGS1002, LNGS1003, Semester 2
Discourse Analysis LNGS1004, LNGS1005, LNGS2601, LNGS2602, LNGS2603, LNGS2620, LNGS2621,
MECO1001, MECO1003, WRIT1001
N LNGS2004
LNGS2611 6 P (One of LNGS1001, LNGS1004, LNGS1005) and (one of LNGS1002, LNGS1003) Semester 1
Australia's Indigenous Languages
LNGS2612 6 P Two of LNGS1001, LNGS1002, LNGS1003, LNGS1004 and LNGS1005 Semester 1
Language Variation and Change N LNGS2026, LNGS2006
LNGS2617 6 P Either (two of LNGS1001, LNGS1002, LNGS1003, LNGS1004, LNGS1005) or (Credit Semester 2
Cross-Cultural Communication average in 12 Senior credit points from one of the foreign languages (French, Japanese, Winter Main
Chinese, Italian, Arabic, Spanish, German, Latin, Modern Greek, Ancient Greek, Indonesian,
Malay, Korean, Thai, Yiddish, Hebrew, Syriac, Aramaic, Sanskrit)
N LNGS3903, LNGS3923
LNGS2620 6 P LNGS1001 Semester 1
Phonetics N LNGS2601
LNGS2621 6 P LNGS1001 Semester 2
Phonology N LNGS2601
LNGS3601 6 P one of LNGS2602 [Syntax], LNGS2603 [Functional Grammar], ENGL2619 [Semiotics of Semester 1
Semantics and Pragmatics Language] and ENGL2653 [Varieties of English Grammar]
N LNGS3026, LNGS3006
Compulsory for Honours students; other students may select as an option. This unit is available
as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced) degree program.
110

points
LNGS3603 6 P (one of LNGS2620, LNGS2621) and (one of LNGS2602, LNGS2603) Semester 1
Morphology N LNGS3025
LNGS3605 6 P LNGS2601 [or LNGS2001] and one of LNGS2602, LNGS2002, LNGS2003, LNGS2603 Semester 2
Structure and Use of a Language N LNGS3904
This unit of study is not available in 2011 This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit to students enrolled in the BA (Advanced)
degree program.
LNGS3607 6 P LNGS2603 or LNGS2604 or LNGS3608 Semester 2
Genre and Register N LNGS3007
LNGS3608 6 P LNGS1001 and LNGS1002 Semester 2
Corpus Linguistics and Linguistic
Theory
LNGS3692 6 P LNGS2603 or LNGS2604 Semester 1
Media Discourse N LNGS3912
LNGS1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Linguistics Exchange Semester 2
LNGS4011 12 P Credit average in 48 senior credits points, including at least three of the five units LNGS3601, Semester 1
Linguistics Honours A LNGS2602, LNGS2604, LNGS2620, LNGS2621 Semester 2
LNGS4012 12 C LNGS4011 Semester 1
Linguistics Honours B Semester 2
Linguistics Honours C Semester 2
Linguistics Honours D Semester 2
Media and Communications

MECO1001 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Australian Media Studies available to BA (Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only
Media and Communications Note: available to BA (Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only
Landscapes
MECO1003 6 available to BA (Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only Semester 2
Principles of Media Writing
MECO2601 6 P 12 junior credit points of MECO units Semester 1
Radio Broadcasting N MECO2001
available to BA (Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only
MECO2603 6 P 12 junior credit points of MECO units plus one of the following (WRIT1001, WRIT1002, Semester 2
Media Relations ENGL1025, ENGL1007)
N MECO2003
available to BA(Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only
Media and Communications Semester 2
Exchange
Exchange
Exchange
Exchange
MECO3601 6 P 12 junior credit points of MECO units plus (one of WRIT1001, WRIT1002, ENGL1025, Semester 2
Video Production ENGL1007)
N MECO3001
Available to BA (Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only.
MECO3602 6 P 12 Junior credit points of MECO units plus one of the following (WRIT1001, WRIT1002, Semester 2
Online Media ENGL1025, ENGL1007)
N MECO3002
Available to BA(Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only.
MECO3603 6 P 12 junior credit points of MECO units plus one of the following (WRIT1001, WRIT1002, Semester 1
Media, Law and Ethics ENGL1025, ENGL1007)
N MECO3003
Available to BA (Media and Comm) and BSc (Media and Comm) students only. Students
wishing to enrol should see Steven Maras (unit of study coordinator) or Marc Brennan
(undergraduate coordinator).
111

points
MECO3605 6 P 12 Junior credit points to MECO units plus one of the following (WRIT1001, WRIT1002, Semester 1
Media Globalisation ENGL1025, ENGL1007)
N MECO3005
Available to BA (Media and Comm) and, subject to departmental approval, students undertaking
a major in Cultural Studies.
MECO3606 6 P 12 Junior credit points to MECO units plus one of the following (WRIT1001, WRIT1002, Semester 2
Advanced Media Writing ENGL1025, ENGL1007)
N MECO3006
MECO3609 6 P (12 junior and 42 senior credit points of MECO units) and (one of WRIT1001, WRIT1002, Semester 2
Critical Practice in Media ENGL1025, ENGL1007)
MECO3671 6 P 30 senior credit points of MECO, including (MECO3603 or MECO3003). Students may not Semester 1
Media and Communications enrol in MECO3671 prior to the second semester of their 3rd year. Semester 2
Internship N MECO3701, MECO3702
MECO3672 6 P 30 senior credit points of MECO, including two of (MECO3602, MECO3603, MECO3002, Semester 1
Internship Project MECO3003) Semester 2
C MECO3671
N MECO3701, MECO3702
Students may not enrol in MECO3672 prior to the first semester of their 4th year. All students
must attend the Week One lecture, at which they sign up for one of 3 cycles of 4 x 2-hour
seminars.
MECO4011 12 P Average of high credit or above in senior units within the completed BA (Media and Semester 1
Media and Communications Honours Communications) Semester 2
A Note: Department permission required for enrolment
MECO4012 12 C MECO4011 Semester 1
Media and Communications Honours Semester 2
B
C
D
Honours Thesis A Available only to students who commenced Media and Communications Honours prior to 2010 Semester 2
Honours Thesis B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Available only to students who commenced Media and Communications Honours prior to 2010
Honours Thesis C Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Honours Thesis D Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Medieval Studies
MDST2611 6 P At least 18 junior credit points from Table A, of which 12 credit points are from one subject Semester 2
Medieval Heroes and Heroines area
This unit of study may be counted towards majors in History, French Studies, English, and
European Studies
MDST2612 6 P 18 junior credit points from Table A of which 12 credit points are from one subject area Semester 1
Byzantium between East and West this unit of study may be counted towards majors in History and Modern Greek
MDST2614 6 P 18 junior credit points from Table A, of which 12 credit points are from one subject area Semester 1
The Legend of King Arthur This unit of study may be counted towards a Major in History. Students wanting to enrol should
contact Andrea Williams.
MDST4011 12 P Credit average in at least 48 senior credit points from Medieval Studies units of study or Semester 1
Medieval Studies Honours A from cross-listed units of study (including at least two MDST units of study to the value of 12 Semester 2
credit points).
MDST4012 12 C MDST4011 Semester 1
Medieval Studies Honours B Semester 2
Medieval Studies Honours C Semester 2
Medieval Studies Honours D Semester 2
Modern Greek Studies

MGRK1601 6 N MGRK1101 Semester 1
Junior Modern Greek 1
MGRK1602 6 P MGRK1101 or MGRK1601 Semester 2
Junior Modern Greek 2 N MGRK1102
MGRK1621 6 P Modern Greek Continuers or Modern Greek Extension Semester 1
Junior Modern Greek 3 N MGRK1101, MGRK1501, MGRK1401
Junior Modern Greek 4 N MGRK1101, MGRK1102, MRGK1402
Senior Modern Greek 1 N MGRK1501, MGRK2001
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points
Senior Modern Greek 2 N MGRK1502, MGRK2002
MGRK2603 6 P MGRK1402 or MGRK1622 or MGRK2002 or MGRK2602 Semester 2
Style and Expression N MGRK2203
MGRK2605 6 P MGRK1202 or MGRK1402 or MGRK1622 or MGRK2002 or MGRK2602 Semester 1
Theory and Practice of Translation B N MGRK3211
MGRK2622 6 P At least 18 junior credit points from Table A of the table of units of study, of which 12 credit Semester 1
The Other Road to Greek Modernity points are from one subject
N MGRK2501
MGRK2655 6 P At least 18 junior credit points from Table A of the table of units of study, of which 12 points Semester 1
Modern Greek Art are from one subject
N MGRK2506
MGRK2675 6 P 12 junior credit points in any subject Semester 1
New Testament Greek and its World N MGRK2525
A
MGRK2691 6 P Credit or above in MGRK1402 or MGRK1622 or MGRK2002 or MGRK2602 Semester 2
Sociolinguistics in the Greek N MGRK2904
Diaspora Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Greekness and Hellenism N MGRK2503
MGRK3692 6 P Credit or above in MGRK1402 or MGRK1622 or MGRK2002 or MGRK2602 Semester 1
Theories of Literature N MGRK3901
MGRK2811 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Modern Greek Exchange Semester 2
MGRK4011 12 P A major in Modern Greek plus 12 additional credit points which must include MGRK2904 or Semester 1
Modern Greek Honours A MGRK2691 and MGRK3901 or MGRK3692. Semester 2
MGRK4012 12 C MGRK4011 Semester 1
Modern Greek Honours B Semester 2
Modern Greek Honours C Semester 2
Modern Greek Honours D Semester 2
Music
MUSC1501 6 P At least 67% in the NSW HSC Music 2 or Music Extension, IB High Level Music or the Semester 1
Concepts of Music equivalent skills as determined by the Chair of Unit
N MUSC1503, MUSC1504, MUSC2693
The Arts Music Unit holds a diagnostic test in the week before Semester 1 begins for those
students who have not passed the prescribed HSC courses yet believe they have the equivalent
aural and harmonic skills to attend Concepts of Music. Please contact the Unit for details by
mid February.
MUSC1503 6 N MUSC1501, MUSC2693 Semester 1
Fundamentals of Music I Semester 2
MUSC1504 6 A Material covered in MUSC1503. Students interested in taking this unit who have not Semester 2
Fundamentals of Music II completed MUSC1503 are advised to see the co-ordinator beforehand to ascertain that they
have the required knowledge.
N MUSC1501
MUSC1506 6 A The ability to follow a musical score while listening to the music and some prior knowledge Semester 2
Music in Western Culture of elementary music theory.
MUSC1507 6 Semester 1
Sounds, Screens, Speakers: Music &
Media
MUSC2612 6 P 18 junior credit points, AND audition (contact the Unit one week before semester begins) Semester 1
Arts Music Concert Performance 1 Note: Department permission required for enrolment
MUSC2613 6 P MUSC2612 Semester 2
Arts Music Concert Performance 2
MUSC2614 6 P 12 junior credit points in music or with permission from the co-ordinator Semester 1
Composition Workshop 1
MUSC2615 6 P MUSC1501 or MUSC1504 or MUSC2693 Semester 2
Advanced Concepts
MUSC2631 6 P 12 junior music credit points or MUSC2693 Semester 1
Music and Everyday Life Students will normally have completed either MUSC1501 Concepts of Music or MUSC1504
Fundamentals of Music II or MUSC2693 Advanced Fundamentals of Music.
MUSC2651 6 A An ability to read music at a basic level and an understanding of fundamental musical Semester 1
Re-presenting Australia in Music terminology would be an advantage in this unit of study but is not essential.
P 18 junior credit points
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points
MUSC2653 6 P 18 Junior credit points Semester 1
Introduction to Digital Music An ability to read music at a basic level and an understanding of fundamental musical
Techniques terminology as covered in MUSC2699 is an advantage in this unit of study but is not essential.
MUSC2663 6 P 18 junior credit points Semester 2
Survey of Film Music
Popular Music and the Moving Image N MUSC2662
MUSC2685 6 P 12 junior music credit points or MUSC2693, or with the permission of the coordinator Semester 1
Music of Bach
MUSC2693 6 A Material covered in MUSC1504 Fundamentals of Music 2 Semester 1
Advanced Fundamentals of Music P MUSC1504 or advanced music theory qualifications (eg Grade 6 musicianship, IB high level
music)
N MUSC1501, MUSC2615
The Language of Music N MUSC1501, MUSC1503, MUSC1504, MUSC2611, MUSC2693, JAZZ1621, MCGY1008
MUSC3609 6 P 12 junior credit points in music, or by arrangement with the coordinator Semester 2
Musicology This unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Composition Workshop 2
Musical Alchemy
Music Journalism
Rhythms and Sounds of Latin
America
Understanding Music: Modes of
Hearing
MUSC2810 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Music Exchange Semester 2
MUSC4011 12 P Credit results in MUSC3609, and either MUSC2631 or MUSC2615, plus a Music Major with Semester 1
Music Honours A credit average results in 36 senior music credit points. Semester 2
MUSC4012 12 C MUSC4011 Semester 1
Music Honours B Semester 2
Music Honours C Semester 2
Music Honours D Semester 2
Pali
No major available.
PALI1001 6 Semester 1
Pali A
PALI1002 6 P PALI1001 Semester 2
Pali B
Peace and Conflict Studies

No major available.
PACS2002 6 P 18 junior credit points, of which 6 must normally be in either HSTY, GOVT, SCLG or LAWS Semester 2
History and Politics of War and Peace this unit is taught jointly with the Department of History and can be counted towards a History
major
Performance Studies
PRFM2601 6 P 18 junior credit points in no more than two subject areas including at least 12 from Table A. Semester 2
Being There: Theories of N PRFM2001
Performance
PRFM2602 6 P 18 junior credit points in no more than two subject areas including at least 12 credit points Semester 1
Performance: Production & from Table A Summer Late
Interpretation N PRFM2002
PRFM2603 6 P 18 junior credit points in no more than two subject areas including at least 12 from Table A Semester 2
Between Impro & Text: Making N PRFM3005
Performance
PRFM3603 6 P (PRFM2601 and PRFM2602) or (PRFM2001 and PRFM2002) Semester 1
Playing Politics N PRFM3015, PRFM3026
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points
Embodied Histories N PRFM3021
Cross-Cultural and Hybrid N PRFM3023, PRFM3028
Performance
PRFM3606 6 P 18 junior credit points in no more than two subject areas including at least 12 from Part A Semester 1
Approaches to Acting of the Table of Units of Study
N PRFM3022
Performance Production Internship Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
PRFM3961 6 P Credit results in either (PRFM2601 and PRFM2602) or (PRFM2001 and PRFM2002) Semester 1
Rehearsal Studies C PRFM3962 and sufficient units for a major in Performance Studies
PRFM3962 6 P (Credit results in PRFM2601 and PRFM2602) or (credit results in PRFM2001 and PRFM2002) Semester 2
Rehearsal to Performance C PRFM3961 and sufficient units for a major in Performance Studies
PRFM1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Performance Studies Exchange Semester 2
PRFM4011 12 P Credit results in PRFM3961 and PRFM3962 (or PRFM3901 and PRFM3902) and Credit Semester 1
Performance Studies Honours A average in a further 36 senior credit points of PRFM units Semester 2
PRFM4012 12 C PRFM4011 Semester 1
Performance Studies Honours B Semester 2
Performance Studies Honours C Semester 2
Performance Studies Honours D Semester 2
Philosophy
PHIL1011 6 N PHIL1003, PHIL1004, PHIL1006, PHIL1008 Semester 1
Reality, Ethics and Beauty
PHIL1012 6 Semester 1
Introductory Logic Summer Late
PHIL1013 6 N PHIL1010 Semester 2
Society, Knowledge and Self
PHIL1016 6 This unit is available to HSC students only Summer Main
Mind and Morality HSC Winter Main
PHIL2600 6 P 12 Junior credit points in Philosophy Semester 2
Twentieth Century Philosophy N PHIL2000
PHIL2610 6 P PHIL1012 Introductory Logic OR permission from coordinator Semester 1
Exploring Nonclassical Logic N PHIL3214
PHIL2615 6 P 12 Junior credit points in Philosophy and PHIL1012 or PHIL2203 or PHIL2628. Semester 2
Intermediate Logic N PHIL2215, PHIL3215
PHIL2617 6 P 12 junior credit points Semester 1
Practical Ethics N PHIL2517 Summer Late
PHIL2618 6 P 12 Junior credit points in Philosophy. Semester 1
Aesthetics and Art N PHIL2518
Reality, Time & Possibility:
Metaphysics
Moral Psychology N PHIL2513, PHIL3513 Winter Main
Philosophy and Psychiatry N PHIL2227
Descartes and Continental N PHIL2004, PHIL3004
Philosophy
PHIL2632 6 P 12 junior credit points in Philosophy Semester 1
Modernity in Crisis N PHIL2532, PHIL3532
Democratic Theory N PHIL2514
Contemporary Political Philosophy N PHIL3535, PHIL2535
PHIL2642 6 P 12 Junior credit points in any units within the University Semester 2
Critical Thinking Winter Main
115

points
Philosophy of Mind N PHIL2213, PHIL3213, PHIL2205
PHIL2644 6 P 12 junior credit points Semester 2
Critical Theory: From Marx to
Foucault
Philosophy of Law N PHIL2510, PHIL3510
Philosophy and Literature
PHIL2647 6 P 12 Junior credit points Semester 2
The Philosophy of Happiness Summer Late
PHIL2649 6 P 12 Junior credit points in Philosophy or ANHS1600 Semester 1
The Classical Mind N PHIL2613, PHIL2614, PHIL3639
Bodies and Passions
PHIL3615 6 P 12 credit points in Philosophy Semester 2
Pragmatism N PHIL3015
PHIL3638 6 P 16 Senior credit points in Philosophy. Semester 1
Hegel N PHIL3038, PHIL3509
PHIL1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Philosophy Exchange Semester 2
PHIL4011 12 P 48 credit points of Philosophy at Senior level, with a credit average or better, and including Semester 1
Philosophy Honours A 6 credit points from each of the three programs (History of Philosophy; Epistemology, Semester 2
Metaphysics & Logic; Aesthetics, Ethics and Political Philosophy). Intending Honours students
are strongly encouraged to discuss their unit choices with the Honours Coordinator at the
beginning of their third year. The department places importance on the breadth of the
philosophical education of its Honours graduates, and encourages intending Honours students
to avoid over-specialisation at Senior level
PHIL4012 12 P Refer to PHIL4011 Semester 1
Philosophy Honours B C PHIL4011 Semester 2
Philosophy Honours C C PHIL4012 Semester 2
Philosophy Honours D C PHIL4013 Semester 2
Political Economy
ECOP1001 6 Semester 1
Economics as a Social Science Summer Main
International Economy and Finance
Economy and Society
ECOP2011 6 P ECOP1001 and either (ECOP1002 or ECOP1003 or ECOP1004) Semester 1
Economics of Modern Capitalism N ECOP2001
Social Foundations of Modern N ECOP2002
Capitalism
Analysis of Business Cycles
Economic Policy in Global Context
ECOP2911 6 P Credit average in ECOP1001 and (ECOP1002 or ECOP1003 or ECOP1004) Semester 1
Political Economy Honours II C ECOP2011 or ECOP2012
N ECOP2901
Global Political Economy N ECOP3002
Political Economy of Development N ECOP3004 Summer Main
Political Economy of the Environment N ECOP3005
Human Rights in Development N ECOP3007
Finance: Volatility and Regulation N ECOP3009
116

points
Distribution of Income and Wealth
ECOP3911 6 P 24 Senior ECOP credit points with a credit average including ECOP2911 or (ECOP2901 Semester 1
Theories in Political Economy and ECOP2902)
N ECOP3901
Third year students who have not completed the prerequisites should consult the Department
of Political Economy about alternative requirements.
ECOP3912 6 P 24 Senior ECOP credit points with a credit average including ECOP2911 or (ECOP2901 Semester 2
Research in Political Economy and ECOP2902)
N ECOP3902
Third year students who have not completed the prerequisites should consult the Department
of Political Economy about alternative requirements.
ECOP1551 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Political Economy Exchange Semester 2
ECOP4001 12 P credit average in four senior ECOP units and ECOP2011, ECOP2612 (or ECOP2012 with Semester 1
Political Economy Honours A permission), ECOP2911, ECOP3911 and ECOP3912. Requirements for the Pass degree must Semester 2
be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units of study. Students who do not meet this
requirement may apply to the Honours Coordinator for a waiver to permit their entry to Honours
C ECOP4002, ECOP4003, ECOP4004
ECOP4002 12 C ECOP4001 Semester 1
Political Economy Honours B Semester 2
Political Economy Honours C Semester 2
Political Economy Honours D Semester 2
Studies in Religion
RLST1002 6 Semester 1
The History of God Summer Early
RLST1005 6 Semester 2
Atheism, Fundamentalism & New
Religions
RLST2605 6 A 12 Junior credit points of Studies in Religion or their equivalent to be assessed by the Semester 2
Christianity and the Medieval World department
RLST2606 6 A 12 junior credit points of Religion Studies, or equivalent as assessed by the Department Semester 1
Christianity as a Global Religion N RLST2006 Summer Main
RLST2612 6 A 12 junior credit points of Religion Studies, or equivalent as assessed by the Department Semester 2
Ancient Gnosticism N RLST2012
RLST2613 6 A 12 Junior credit points of Religion Studies, or their equivalent to be assessed by the Semester 1
Philosophy of Religion: East and Department
West N RLST2013
Religion and Violence, Faith and Department
Blood N RLST2020
RLST2623 6 A 12 junior credit points of Religion Studies Semester 1
Meditation and Self Transformation N RLST2023
Witchcraft, Paganism and the New Department
Age N RLST2026
RLST3601 6 P 12 senior credit points of Religion Semester 2
Rethinking Religion
RLST1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Religious Studies Exchange Semester 2
117

points
RLST4011 12 P Credit average in 48 senior credit points of Studies in Religion Semester 1
Religious Studies Honours A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
RLST4012 12 C RLST4011 Semester 1
Religious Studies Honours B Semester 2
Religious Studies Honours C Semester 2
Religious Studies Honours D Semester 2
Sanskrit
SANS1001 6 Semester 1
Sanskrit Introductory 1
SANS1002 6 P SANS1001 Semester 2
Sanskrit Introductory 2
SANS2601 6 P SANS1002 Semester 1
Sanskrit Intermediate 1 N SANS2001
SANS2602 6 P SANS2001 or SANS2601 Semester 2
Sanskrit Intermediate 2 N SANS2002
Sanskrit Advanced 1 N SANS3001
Sanskrit Advanced 2 N SANS3002
SANS3612 6 P Credit result in SANS2001 or SANS2601 Semester 2
Sanskrit Research Preparation 2
SANS4001 12 P The completion of 8 senior units of study: a Credit average in senior level Sanskrit language Semester 1
Sanskrit IV Honours A units of study (SANS2601, SANS2602, SANS2612, SANS3601, SANS3602 and SANS3612) Semester 2
plus two additional units of study chosen from the following senior level Asian Studies units of
study: ASNS2620 Classical Indian Philosophy, ASNS2621 Buddhist Philosophy, ASNS2623
India: Tradition and Modernity, ASNS2624 Understanding Buddhist Literature, ASNS2625
Buddhism in Modern Asia, ASNS2626 Religious Traditions of South Asia, and / or any senior
unit of Hindi / Urdu or equivalent as determined by the Department.
SANS4002 12 C SANS4001 Semester 1
Sanskrit IV Honours B Semester 2
Sanskrit IV Honours C Semester 2
Sanskrit IV Honours D Semester 2
Social Policy
SCPL2601 6 P SCLG1001 and SCLG1002 Semester 1
Australian Social Policy N SCPL3001
SCPL2602 6 P SCLG1001 and SCLG1002 Semester 2
The Principles of Social Policy N SCPL3002
Social Sciences
For continuing Bachelor of Social Sciences students only.
SSCI3601 12 P SSCI1001 or SSCI2001 or SSCI2601 and SSCI2002 or SSCI2602 and STAT1021 and Semester 1
Social Sciences Internship SCLG2602 or SCLG2521 Semester 2
N SSCI3001
Bachelor of Social Sciences only
SSCI3602 12 P SSCI1001 or SSCI2001 or SSCI2601 and SSCI2002 or SSCI2602 and STAT1021 and Semester 1
Internship Research Paper SCLG2602 or SCLG2521 Semester 2
C SSCI3001 or SSCI3601
N SSCI3002
Bachelor of Social Sciences only
Socio-Legal Studies
Introduction to Socio-Legal Studies
Law and Contemporary Society
SLSS2601 6 P (SLSS1001 and SLSS1003) or (SLSS1001 and SLSS1002) Semester 1
Socio-Legal Research available to Bachelor of Socio-Legal Studies only
SLSS2603 6 P (SLSS1001 and SLSS1003) or (SCLG1001 and SCLG1002) Semester 2
Medico-Legal and Forensic available to Bachelor of Socio-Legal Studies only
Criminology
SLSS2604 6 P (SLSS1001 and SLSS1003) or (SLSS1001 and SLSS1002) Semester 2
Indigenous Social and Legal Justice available to Bachelor of Socio-Legal Studies Students only
SLSS2605 6 P SLSS1001 and (SLSS1002 or SLSS1003) Semester 1
Crime, Media and Culture C SLSS2603 and SCLG2634
SLSS2801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Socio-Legal Studies Exchange Available to Bachelor of Socio-Legal Studies only Semester 2
118

points
SLSS4011 12 P completion of all requirements of a Bachelor of Socio-Legal Studies with a credit average Semester 1
Socio-Legal Studies Honours A in senior level core and elective Socio-Legal Studies units. Requirements for the Pass degree Semester 2
must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units of study.
SLSS4012 12 C SLSS4011 Semester 1
Socio-Legal Studies Honours B Semester 2
Socio-Legal Studies Honours C Semester 2
Socio-Legal Studies Honours D Semester 2
Sociology
SCLG1001 6 Semester 1
Introduction to Sociology 1 Summer Early
SCLG1002 6 Semester 2
Introduction to Sociology 2 Winter Main
SCLG2601 6 P SCLG1001 and SCLG1002 Semester 1
Sociological Theory N SCLG2001, SCLG2520
SCLG2602 6 P either SCLG1001 and SCLG1002 or SCWK2003 or SSCI1003 Semester 2
Social Inquiry: Qualitative Methods N SCLG2002, SCLG2521
Sociology of Health and Illness N SCLG2526
Social Inequality in Australia N SCLG2010, SCLG2529 Summer Main
Social Justice Law and Society N SCLG2017, SCLG2536
SCLG2606 6 A ability to access internet and basic web browsing skills Semester 1
Media in Contemporary Society P SCLG1001 and SCLG1002
N SCLG2018, SCLG2537
Social Movements and Policy Making N SCLG2570
Social Construction of Difference N SCLG2004, SCLG2523
Contemporary Cultural Issues N SCLG2501
Science, Technology and Social N SCLG2504
Change
Welfare States: A Comparative N SCLG2509
Analysis this unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Self and Society N SCLG2510
Sociology of Childhood and Youth N SCLG2522
SCLG2615 6 P SCLG1001 and SCLG1002 and (SCLG2601 or SCLG2001 or SCLG2520) Semester 2
Law and Social Theory N SCLG2535
Global Transformations N SCLG2560
Violence, Imaginaries and Symbolic N SCLG2566
Power this unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Sociology of Sport
119

points
Human Rights and Social this unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Transformations the BA (Advanced) degree program
Power, Politics and Society this unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Sociology of Knowledge this unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Sociology of Terror
Human Rights and Social Protest
Sociology of Friendship
Sociology of Religion
SCLG2634 6 P Two of SCLG1001, SCLG1002, SLSS1001, SLSS1002 or LAWS1100 Semester 1
Crime, Punishment and Society N SCLG2566
Contemporary Sociological Theory N SCLG3002
Sociological Theory and Practice N SCLG3003
Quantitative Methods for Social this unit is available as a designated 'Advanced' unit for students who are already enrolled in
Science the BA (Advanced) degree program. It is also available to PE and GIR students
Urban Sociology N SCLG3002
SCLG1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Sociology Exchange Semester 2
Sociology Exchange Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
SCLG4011 12 P 48 credit points of senior level Sociology (with credit average) including SCLG3602 Semester 1
Sociology Honours A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
SCLG4012 12 C SCLG4011 Semester 1
Sociology Honours B Semester 2
Sociology Honours C Semester 2
Sociology Honours D Semester 2
Spanish and Latin American Studies

SPAN1611 6 N Not to be taken by students with prior knowledge of Spanish. Semester 1
Spanish Level 1 Students who have already studied Spanish at HSC level, or who have equivalent knowledge, Summer Main
may not take SPAN1611. Students should contact the department, which will determine the Winter Main
appropriate level of enrolment.
SPAN1612 6 P SPAN1611 or SPAN1601, or equivalent knowledge of Spanish Semester 2
Spanish Level 2 N SPAN1002, SPAN1602 Summer Late
Students who have already studied Spanish at HSC level, or who have equivalent knowledge,
may not take SPAN1612. Students should contact the department, which will determine the
appropriate level of enrolment.
SPAN2611 6 P SPAN1002 or SPAN1602 or SPAN1612 or 65% in HSC Spanish Beginners Semester 1
Spanish Level 3 N SPAN2001, SPAN2601, HSC Spanish Continuers Minimum Mark 70%.
SPAN2612 6 P SPAN2611 or SPAN2601 Semester 2
Spanish Level 4 N SPAN2002, SPAN2602, HSC Spanish Continuers Minimum Mark 70%.
SPAN2613 6 P SPAN2612 or SPAN2602, or HSC Spanish Continuers Minimum 70%. Semester 1
Spanish Level 5 N SPAN3601 or SPAN3602
Spanish Level 6 N SPAN3601 or SPAN3602
Spanish Culture 1
Latin American Culture 1
120

points
SPAN2631 6 P 12 junior credit points Semester 1
Cultural and Social Change in Spain
SPAN2641 6 P 18 Part A junior credit points Semester 1
Filmmaking in the Latin American
Context
SPAN3611 6 P SPAN2614 Semester 1
Spanish Level 7 N SPAN3601
Spanish Level 8 N SPAN3602
Latin American Film and Literature N SPAN3006
SPAN3622 6 P SPAN3601 or SPAN2613 or equivalent language knowledge. Semester 2
Introduction to Spanish Translation
Argentina for Export
SPAN3671 6 P 12 credit points at Junior level from Part A of the Table of Units of Study Semester 1
The Stories of Spain: Texts and
Contexts
SPAN1801 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Spanish Exchange Semester 2
Spanish Exchange Semester 2
Spanish Studies Exchange Semester 2
SPAN4011 12 P 48 senior credit points in Spanish and Latin American Studies with at least a Credit average. Semester 1
Spanish & Latin American Studies At least 24 credit points must be in language units of study. Semester 2
Hons A Note: Department permission required for enrolment
SPAN4012 12 C SPAN4011 Semester 1
Spanish & Latin American Studies Semester 2
Hons B
Hons C
Hons D
Writing
No major available.
WRIT1001 6 Upon registration for this unit students will be directed to an online diagnostic exercise. Semester 1
Academic English Semester 2
Summer Late
Winter Main
WRIT1002 6 A WRIT1001 is not a prerequisite for WRIT1002, but successful completion of WRIT1001 Semester 1
Academic Writing would be advantageous to students undertaking WRIT1002 Semester 2
Summer Late
Winter Main
Yiddish
No guarantee of continuing availability.
YDDH1101 6 Semester 1
Yiddish 1
YDDH1102 6 P YDDH1101 Semester 2
Yiddish 2
YDDH2603 6 P YDDH1102 Semester 1
Yiddish 3 N YDDH2103, YDDH2104
YDDH2604 6 P YDDH2103 or YDDH2603 Semester 2
Yiddish 4 N YDDH2104
Yiddish 5 N YDDH3105, YDDH3106
121

points
Yiddish 6 N YDDH3106
122
16. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of Science

Students should refer to the Faculty of Science website (sydney.edu.au/science) or the University of Sydney's unit of study handbook
(https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp) for the latest information regarding unit of study descriptions, assessment or other
requirements.

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Table of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of Science (Table 1.)

Please Note: Faculty of Science units of study are NOT available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws and
the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws combined degrees.
Students who wish to complete a Computer Science, Financial Mathematics or Mathematics major in the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies)
can find details of available units under these subject areas in the following table.

points
Agricultural Chemistry
For a major in Agricultural Chemistry: AGCH3025 and AGCH3026; and either
(AGCH3032 and SOIL3010); or
(BCHM3X72 and BCHM3X82); or
12 credit points of senior Chemistry
Intermediate units of study
AGCH2004 6 P 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry Semester 1
Agricultural Chemistry N AGCH2003, PLNT2001
Senior units of study (compulsory for a major in Agricultural Chemistry)
AGCH3025 6 P AGCH2004 or PLNT2001 or PLNT2901 or BCHM2071 or BCHM2072 or 6 credit points of Semester 1
Chemistry and Biochemistry of Foods Intermediate units in Chemistry
AGCH3026 6 P AGCH2004 or PLNT2001 or PLNT2901 or BCHM2071 or BCHM2072 or 6 credit points of Semester 1
Food Biotechnology Intermediate units in Chemistry
C AGCH3025
Senior unit of study (counts towards the major when taken with SOIL3010)
AGCH3032 6 P AGCH2003 or AGCH2004 or PLNT2001 or CHEM24XX or BCHM2XXX or ENVI2001 Semester 2
Land and Water Ecochemistry N AGCH3030, AGCH3031
Anatomy and Histology

For a major in Anatomy and Histology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from any ANAT, HSTO, EMHU or NEUR Senior units of study.


points
The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units of study is highly recommended
ANAT2008 6 A General concepts in human biology Semester 1
Principles of Histology P 6 credit points of Junior biology or psychology or molecular biology
N ANAT2001
ANAT2009 6 A Knowledge of basic vertebrate biology Semester 2
Comparative Primate Anatomy P 36 credit points, including 12 credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL) or Junior Psychology or
Junior Archaeology.
N ANAT2002
ANAT2010 6 A Background in basic cell biology and basic mammalian biology. Semester 2
Concepts of Neuroanatomy P BIOL (1003 or 1903) and one of: ANAT2008 or BIOL (1002 or 1902) or MBLG(1001 or 1901
or 2071 or 2971) or PSYC (1001 and 1002). Students must have a grade of credit in at least
one of the prerequisite units.
N ANAT2003
ANAT3006 6 A An understanding of basic musculoskeletal anatomy. Semester 1
Forensic Osteology P ANAT2008 and a credit in ANAT2009 or in ANAT2002.
The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG is highly recommended.
ANAT3007 6 A General knowledge of biology. Semester 1
Visceral Anatomy P ANAT2009 or ANAT2010.
HSTO3001 6 P Credit or better grade in ANAT2008. For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of BMED Semester 1
Microscopy & Histochemistry Theory Intermediate units including Credit in each of BMED2801, BMED2803, BMED2804, BMED2805
C HSTO3002
HSTO3002 6 P Credit grade or better in ANAT2008. For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of BMED Semester 1
Microscopy & Histochemistry Intermediate units including Credit in each of BMED2801, BMED2803, BMED2804, BMED2805
Practical C HSTO3001
NEUR3001 6 A It is strongly recommended that students also take unit NEUR3002. PHSI2005 and ANAT2010 Semester 1
Neuroscience: Special Senses are assumed knowledge.
P For BMedSc students: BMED(2801 or 2503) and BMED(2806 or 2505) For other students:
(PHSI(2101 or 2001 or 2901 or 2005 or 2905) or ANAT(2003 or 2010)) and 6 credit points of
MBLG.
N PHSI3001, NEUR3901
NEUR3901 6 A PHSI2005 and ANAT2010 Semester 1
Neuroscience: Special Senses P For BMedSc students: Credit average in BMED(2801 or 2503) and BMED(2806 or 2505)
(Advanced) For other students: Credit average in (PHSI(2101 or 2001 or 2901 or 2005 or 2905) or
ANAT(2003 or 2010)) and 6 credit points of MBLG.
N NEUR3001, PHSI3001, PHSI3901
Permission from the coordinators is required for entry into this course. It is strongly
recommended that students also take unit NEUR3002 or NEUR3902.
NEUR3002 6 A It is strongly recommended that students also take unit NEUR3001. ANAT2010 and PHSI2005 Semester 1
Neuroscience: Motor Systems & is assumed knowledge.
Behaviour P For BMedSc students: BMED2801 and BMED2806 For other students: (PHSI(2101 or 2001
or 2901 or 2005 or 2905) or ANAT(2003 or 2010)) and 6 credit points of MBLG.
NEUR3902 6 A ANAT2010 and PHSI2005 is assumed knowledge. Semester 1
Neuroscience: Motor Systems & P For BMedSc students: Credit average in BMED2801 and BMED2806 For other students:
Behav. Adv Credit average in (PHSI(2101 or 2001 or 2901 or 2005 or 2905) or ANAT(2003 or 2010)) and
6 credit points of MBLG.
N NEUR3002, PHSI3001
ANAT3004 6 A General knowledge of biology. Semester 2
Cranial and Cervical Anatomy P ANAT2009 or ANAT2010. For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of BMED intermediate
units including BMED(2803 or 2804 or 2805 or 2806).
N ANAT3904
The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG is highly recommended.
ANAT3904 6 P Availaible to BSc students only. By invitation only. Requires a credit average in ANAT3007 Semester 2
Cranial & Cervical Anatomy plus a demonstrated aptitude for practical work. Emphasis in selecting for inivitation is placed
(Advanced) on results in practical performance, marks and quizzes in ANAT3007.
N ANAT3004
Course is subject to availability of donor material for dissection.
ANAT3008 6 A A knowledge of the subject of anatomy, including practical class experience, and some Semester 2
Musculoskeletal Anatomy knowledge of basic mammalian biology.
P ANAT2009 or ANAT2002 (for students who completed Intermediate study before 2005). For
BMedSc students: 42 credit points of BMED intermediate units including BMED(2803 or 2804
or 2805 or 2806).
N ANAT3005
EMHU3001 6 A General concepts in Biology, and in Biochemistry or in Chemistry. Semester 2
Electron Microscopy and P At least 12 cp of Intermediate Science units from any of the following: Anatomy & Histology,
Imaging/Theory Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology & Genetics,
Pharmacology, Physics, Physiology or Statistics. For BMedSc students: 42 cp of BMED
Intermediate units including (2801, 2802, 2803 & 2806)
EMHU3002 6 A General concepts in Biology, Histology and in Biochemistry or in Chemistry. Semester 2
Electron Microscopy and P 12 cp of Intermediate Science units of study including ANAT2008. For BMedSc students:
Imaging/Prac 42 credit points of BMED Intermediate units including BMED (2801, 2802, 2803 & 2806)
C EMHU3001
HSTO3003 6 A (i) An understanding of the basic structure of vertebrates; (ii) An understanding of elementary Semester 2
Cells and Development: Theory biochemistry and genetics.
P For BSc students: ANAT2008 For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED
units, including: BMED2801, BMED2802, BMED2805.
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HSTO3004 6 P Unless special permission is granted from the course coordinator, this advanced unit of Semester 2
Cells and Development: Practical study is only available to select students who have achieved a mark of 65 or above in the
(Adv) following prerequisite units of study. For BSc students: ANAT2008. For BMedSc students: 42
credit points of Intermediate BMED units, including: BMED2801, BMED2802, BMED2805.
C HSTO3003
NEUR3003 6 A Students should be familiar with the material in Bear, Connors & Paradiso Neuroscience: Semester 2
Cellular and Developmental Exploring the Brain.
Neuroscience P For BMedSci: 42 credit points of intermediate BMed units. For others: 18 credit points of
Intermediate science units of study from Anatomy & Histology, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry,
Computer Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Physiology,
Psychology or Statisitics
Enrolment in NEUR3004 is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Courses are designed to be taken in
conjunction with each other.
Cellular & Developmental Neurosci. Exploring the Brain.
(Adv) P For BMedSci: 42 credit points of intermediate BMed units. For others: 18 credit points of
Psychology or Statisitics. Plus, students must have a CREDIT (or better) in NEUR3001/3901
and NEUR3002/3902.
Enrollment in NEUR3004/3904 is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Courses are designed to be
taken in conjunction with each other. Students must receive permission from the coordinators
for enrollment.
Integrative Neuroscience Exploring the Brain.
P For BMedSci: 42 credit points of intermediate BMed units. For others: 18 credit points of
Psychology or Statisitics.
Integrative Neuroscience (Advanced) Exploring the Brain.
P For BMedSCI: 42 credit points of intermediate BMed units. For others: 18 credit points of
and NEUR3002/3902.
Enrolment in NEUR3003/3903 is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Courses are designed to be
for enrolment.
for other NEUR units, see the Physiology subject area entry in this table
Biochemistry
For a major in Biochemistry, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area.

MBLG1001 6 A 6 credit points of Junior Biology and 6 cp of Junior Chemistry Semester 2
Molecular Biology and Genetics N AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901, MBLG2101, MBLG2901, MBLG2001,
(Intro) MBLG2111, MBLG2771, MBLG2871, MBLG1901
MBLG1901 6 A HSC Chemistry and Biology OR 6 credit points of Junior Biology and 6 cp of Junior Chemistry Semester 2
Molecular Biology and Genetics (Adv) P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of 95 or minimum Band 5 in HSC chemistry and biology or by
invitation
N AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901, MBLG2101, MBLG2901, MBLG2001,
MBLG2111, MBLG2771, MBLG2871, MBLG1001
The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units of study is highly recommended.
BCHM2071 6 A CHEM (1101 and 1102) Semester 1
Protein Biochemistry P 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and MBLG (1001 or 1901)
C Recommended concurrent units of study: MBLG2071 and BCHM2072 for progression to
Senior Biochemistry.
N BCHM2011, BCHM2971
BCHM2971 6 P 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and Distinction in MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 Semester 1
Protein Biochemistry (Advanced) N BCHM2011, BCHM2071
BCHM2072 6 P Either MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry or either MBLG2071 Semester 2
Human Biochemistry or MBLG2971
N BCHM2972, BCHM2002, BCHM2102, BCHM2902, BCHM2112
BCHM2972 6 P Distinction in one of (BCHM (2071 or 2971) or MBLG(2071 or 2971)) or (Distinction in MBLG Semester 2
Human Biochemistry (Advanced) (1001 or 1901) and Distinction average in all other Junior Science Units of Study undertaken).
BCHM3071 6 P MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken from Semester 1
Molecular Biology & Biochemistry- MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate BMedSc
Genes units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804.
N BCHM3971, BCHM3001, BCHM3901
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BCHM3971 6 P MBLG (1001 or 1901) and Distinction in 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken Semester 1
Molecular Biology & Biochem- Genes from MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate
(Adv) BMedSc units, with Distinction in BMED2802 and BMED2804.
Mol Biology & Biochemistry- Proteins MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate BMedSc
units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804.
Mol Biology & Biochemistry- Proteins from MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate
Adv BMedSc units, with Distinction in BMED2802 and BMED2804.
BCHM3072 6 P (MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken from Semester 2
Human Molecular Cell Biology MBLG2071/MBLG2971or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972)) or (42CP of Intermediate
BMedSc units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804)
BExSci/BSc(Nutrition) students successfully progressing though the combined degree meet
the pre-requisites for this unit of study
Human Molecular Cell Biology from MBLG2071/MBLG2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate
(Advanced) BMedSc units, with Distinction in BMED2802 and BMED2804.
Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate BMedSc
Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry from MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate
Proteomics and Functional Genomics MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate BMedSc
Proteomics and Functional Genomics from MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate
Bioinformatics
For a major in Bioinformatics, students must complete a minimum of 24 credit points from senior units of study in the Life Sciences, Statistics, and Information
Technologies, including:-
(A) At least one of BIOL3027 or BIOL3927 or BCHM3092 or BCHM3992
(B) At least one of STAT3012 or STAT3912 or STAT3014 or STAT3914
(C) COMP3456
(D) BINF3101
For further information on how to prepare for a major in Bioinformatics, please consult the Faculty of Science's web page
(http://www.science.usyd.edu.au/fstudent/undergrad/course/)
Bioinformatics major (A) units of study
BIOL3027 6 P 12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971), MBLG (2072/2972) and Intermediate Biology units. Semester 1
Bioinformatics and Genomics For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED 2802.
N BIOL3927
BIOL3927 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971), MBLG (2072/2972) and Semester 1
Bioinformatics and Genomics Intermediate Biology units. For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units
(Advanced) including Distinction in BMED2802.
N BIOL3027
Proteomics and Functional Genomics MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate BMedSc
Proteomics and Functional Genomics from MBLG2071/2971 or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972) or 42CP of Intermediate
Bioinformatics major (B) units of study
STAT3012 6 P STAT(2012 or 2912 or 2004) and MATH(1002 or 1014 or 1902). Semester 1
Applied Linear Models N STAT3912, STAT3002, STAT3902, STAT3004, STAT3904
STAT3912 6 P (STAT2912 or Credit in STAT2004 or Credit in STAT2012) and MATH(2061 or 2961 or Semester 1
Applied Linear Models (Advanced) 1902).
N STAT3012, STAT3002, STAT3902, STAT3004, STAT3904
STAT3014 6 A STAT(3012 or 3912). Semester 2
Applied Statistics P STAT(2012 or 2912 or 2004).
N STAT3914, STAT3002, STAT3902, STAT3006
STAT3914 6 A STAT3912 Semester 2
Applied Statistics Advanced P STAT2912 or credit or better in (STAT2004 or STAT2012).
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Bioinformatics major (C) unit of study
COMP3456 6 P INFO1105 and (COMP2007 or INFO2120) and 6 credit points from BIOL or MBLG Semester 2
Computational Methods for Life
Sciences
Bioinformatics major (D) unit of study
BINF3101 6 A INFO2110 and (INFO1103 or INFO1903) Semester 2
Bioinformatics Project P 12 credit points from Intermediate Biology, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Biochemistry,
Microbiology, Pharmacology
N COMP3206, BINF3001, INFO3600, SOFT3300, SOFT3600, SOFT3200, SOFT3700
Biology
For a major in Biology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior BIOL units of study listed in this subject area. Senior PLNT units and BIOL3009/3909,
3017/3917 may be counted towards a major in Biology or Plant science, not both
BIOL1001 6 A None. However, semester 1 students who have not completed HSC Biology (or equivalent) Semester 1
Concepts in Biology are strongly advised to take the Biology Bridging Course (in February). Summer Main
N BIOL1911
It is recommended that BIOL (1001 or 1911) be taken concurrently with either BIOL1003 or
BIOL1903. Students who have completed HSC Biology and scored 80+ should enrol in
BIOL1911. Students who lack 80+ in HSC Biology but have a UAI of at least 93 may enrol in
BIOL1911 with permission from the UEO. The completion of MBLG 1001 is highly
recommended.
BIOL1911 6 P 80+ in HSC 2-unit Biology (or equivalent) or Distinction or better in a University level Biology Semester 1
Concepts in Biology (Advanced) unit, or by invitation.
N BIOL 1001
It is recommended that BIOL (1001 or 1911) be taken concurrently with all other Junior units
of study in Biology. The completion of MBLG1001 is highly recommended.
BIOL1003 6 A HSC 2-unit Biology. Semester 1 students who have not completed HSC biology (or equivalent) Semester 1
Human Biology are strongly advised to take the Biology Bridging Course (in February). Summer Main
N BIOL1903
It is recommended that BIOL (1001 or 1911) be taken concurrently with this unit of study.
BIOL1903 6 P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of at least 93 and HSC Biology result in the 90+, or Distinction or Semester 1
Human Biology (Advanced) better in a University level Biology unit, or by invitation.
N BIOL1003
BIOL1002 6 A HSC 2-unit Biology. Students who have not completed HSC biology (or equivalent) are Semester 2
Living Systems strongly advised to take the Biology Bridging Course (in February).
N BIOL1902
It is recommended that BIOL (1001 or 1911) be taken before this unit of study. This unit of
study, together with BIOL (1001 or 1911) provides entry to all Intermediate units of study in
biology in the School of Biological Sciences.
BIOL1902 6 P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of at least 93 and HSC Biology result in the 90+, or Distinction or Semester 2
Living Systems (Advanced) better in a University level Biology unit, or by invitation.
N BIOL1002
invitation
BIOL2011 6 A BIOL (1002 or 1902). Semester 1
Invertebrate Zoology P BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH).
12 credit points of Junior Chemistry.
N BIOL2911
This unit of study may be taken alone, but when taken with BIOL2012 provides entry into
certain Senior Biology units of study.The content of BIOL (1002 or 1902) is assumed knowledge
and students entering without BIOL (1002 or 1902) will need to do some preparatory reading.
Invertebrate Zoology (Advanced) P Distinction average in BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology
(BIOL/MBLG/EDUH). 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry. These requirements may be varied
and students with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer
N BIOL2011
BIOL2016 6 P 12 credit points of Junior Biology, e.g. any combination of 2 units made from the following Semester 1
Cell Biology options, BIOL (1001 or 1911), BIOL (1002 or 1902), BIOL (1003 or 1903), MBLG (1001 or
1901), EDUH1016, and 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry.
N BIOL2916
The completion of MBLG1001 is highly recommended.
BIOL2916 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Junior Biology or equivalent, e.g. any combination Semester 1
Cell Biology (Advanced) of 2 units made from the following options, BIOL (1001 or 1911), BIOL (1002 or 1902), BIOL
(1003 or 1903), MBLG (1001 or 1901), EDUH1016, and 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry.
N BIOL2016
PLNT2001 6 P 12 Junior credit points from Chemistry and Biology (or with the Dean's permission BIOL1201 Semester 1
Plant Biochemistry and Molecular and BIOL1202)
Biology N PLNT2901, AGCH2004
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PLNT2901 6 P Distinction average in 12 Junior credit points from Chemistry and Biology (or with the Dean's Semester 1
Plant Biochem & Molecular Biology permission BIOL1201 and BIOL1202)
(Adv) N PLNT2001, AGCH2004
PLNT2002 6 P 6 credit points of a Junior unit of study Semester 1
Aust Flora: Ecology and N PLNT2902
Conservation
PLNT2902 6 A The contents of BIOL(1002 or 1902) is assumed knowledge. Students wishing to enroll in Semester 1
Aust Flora: Ecology & Conservation Intermediate Biology (BIOL) and Plant Science (PLNT) units of study using BIOL(1003 or 1903)
(Adv) will need to do some preparatory reading
P Distinction average in 6 credit points of Junior units of study
N PLNT2002
ENVI2111 6 P BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH). Semester 1
Conservation Biology and Applied 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry.
Ecology N ENVI2911
ENVI2911 6 P Distinction average in BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology Semester 1
Conservation Biol & Applied Ecology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH). 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry. These requirements may be varied
Adv and students with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N ENVI2111.
BIOL2012 6 A The content of BIOL (1002 or 1902) is assumed knowledge and students who have not Semester 2
Vertebrates and their Origins completed BIOL (1002 or 1902) will need to do some preparatory reading.
P BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH).
N BIOL2912
This unit of study may be taken alone, but when taken with BIOL2011 provides entry into
certain Senior Biology units of study. The completion of MBLG1001 is highly recommended.
BIOL2912 6 A The content of BIOL (1002 or 1902) is assumed knowledge and students who have not Semester 2
Vertebrates and their Origins completed BIOL (1002 or 1902) will need to do some preparatory reading.
(Advanced) P Distinction average in BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology
and students with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N BIOL2012
Entomology P BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH).
N BIOL2917
BIOL2917 6 A BIOL2011 or BIOL2911 Semester 2
Entomology (Advanced) P Distinction average in BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology
and students with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N BIOL2017
BIOL2018 6 A 12 credit points of Junior Biology. Semester 2
Introduction to Marine Biology P BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH).
N BIOL2918
Introduction to Marine Biology (Adv) P Distinction average in BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology
(BIOL/MBLG/EDUH). 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry (or for BSc (Marine Science) students
6 credit points of Junior Chemistry and either an additional 6 credit points of Junior Chemistry
or 6 credit points of Junior Physics. These requirements may be varied and students with lower
averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N BIOL2018, MARS2006, MARS2906, MARS2007, MARS2907
Entry is restricted and selection is made from applicants on the basis of previous performance.
PLNT2003 6 A 12 credit points of Junior Biology, or equivalent eg BIOL (1001 or 1101 or 1901 or 1911) Semester 2
Plant Form and Function and BIOL (1002 or 1902 or 1003 or 1903)
N PLNT2903, BIOL2003, BIOL2903, CROP2001
Plant Form and Function (Advanced) and BIOL (1002 or 1902 or 1003 or 1903)
BIOL3010 6 A None, although BIOL2012/2912 (Vertebrates and their Origins) would be useful. S1 Intensive
Tropical Wildlife Biology and P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology (BIOL/ENVI/PLNT), or equivalent.
Management N BIOL3910
Dates: 13 February - 18 February 2011 Northern Territory, followed by tutorials and practical
classes at the University of Sydney 21 February - 25 February 2011.
BIOL3910 6 A None, although BIOL2012/2912 (Vertebrates and their Origins) would be useful. S1 Intensive
Tropical Wildlife Biol & Management P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology (BIOL/ENVI/PLNT).
Adv N BIOL3010
Dates: 13 - 18 February 2011 Northern Territory followed by tutorials and practical classes at
the University of Sydney 21 - 25 February 2011.
BIOL3016 6 P 12 credit points from Intermediate science units of study which must include at least 6 credit S2 Intensive
Coral Reef Biology points of BIOL units; or 6 credit points of BIOL and one of ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115
or 2915).
N BIOL3916, NTMP3001
9-15 July 2011
BIOL3916 6 A BIOL2018 or GEOS2115 S2 Intensive
Coral Reef Biology (Advanced) P .Distinction average in 12 credit point from Intermediate science units of study which must
include at least 6 credit points of Biology; or 6 credit points of Intermediate BIOL and one of
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
9-15 July 2011
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BIOL3017 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology or Plant Science, or 6 credit points of Intermediate S1 Intensive
Fungi in the Environment Biology, or Plant Science, and 6 Intermediate credit points of either Microbiology or Geography.
N BIOL3917
Dates: 14-25 February 2011. The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units is highly
recommended.
BIOL3917 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology and Plant Science, or 6 credit S1 Intensive
Fungi in the Environment (Advanced) points of Intermediate Biology, or Plant Science, and 6 Intermediate credit points of either
Microbiology or Geography.
N BIOL3017
The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units is highly recommended.
BIOL3006 6 A BIOL (2011 or 2911 or 2012 or 2912) or PLNT (2002 or 2902). Semester 1
Ecological Methods P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of Intermediate BIOL and one of
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3906
Ecological Methods (Advanced) P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of
Intermediate BIOL and ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915). These requirements
may be varied and students with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N BIOL3006
Ecophysiology P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of Intermediate BIOL and one of
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3911
BIOL3911 6 A BIOL (2012 or 2912 or 2016 or 2916) or PLNT (2003 or 2903) Semester 1
Ecophysiology (Advanced) P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of
N BIOL3011
BIOL3012 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology. Semester 1
Animal Physiology N BIOL3912
BIOL3912 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology. These requirements may be Semester 1
Animal Physiology (Advanced) varied and students with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N BIOL3012
BIOL3013 6 A BIOL2018 or GEOS2115. Semester 1
Marine Biology P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology, or 6 credit points of Intermediate BIOL and one of
ENVI (2111or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3913
BIOL3913 6 A BIOL2018 or GEOS2115 Semester 1
Marine Biology (Advanced) P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of
Intermediate BIOL and one of ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3013
Applications of Recombinant DNA For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED 2802.
Tech N BIOL3918
Applications of Recombinant DNA Intermediate Biology units. For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units
Tech Adv including Distinction in BMED2802.
N BIOL3018
N BIOL3927
N BIOL3027
PLNT3003 6 P 6 credit points of any Intermediate unit of study from BIOL, PLNT, LWSC, HORT, GEOS, Semester 1
Systematics and Evolution of Plants GEOG, ENVI, SOIL.
N PLNT3903
PLNT3903 6 P Distinction average in 6 credit points of any Intermediate unit of study from BIOL, PLNT, Semester 1
Systematics and Evolution of Plants LWSC, HORT, GEOS, GEOG, ENVI, SOIL. These requirements may be varied and students
Adv with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N PLNT3003
BIOL3008 6 A BIOL2018 or GEOS2115. BIOL (3006 or 3906). Prior completion of one of these units is S2 Intensive
Marine Field Ecology very strongly recommended.
P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of Intermediate BIOL and one of
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3908
Dates: 28 June - 5 July 2011.
BIOL3908 6 A BIOL2018 or GEOS2115. Prior completion of BIOL (3006 or 3906) is very strongly S2 Intensive
Marine Field Ecology (Advanced) recommended.
P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of
N BIOL3008
BIOL3009 6 A BIOL (3006 or 3906). Prior completion of one of these units is very strongly recommended. S2 Intensive
Terrestrial Field Ecology P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology or ANSC2004 and BIOM2001.
N BIOL3909
One 6 day field trip held in the pre-semester break (17 - 22 July 2011), and 4x4 hr practical
classes during weeks 1-4 in Semester 2.
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Terrestrial Field Ecology (Advanced) P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology or ANSC2004 and BIOM2001
N BIOL3009
One 6 day field trip held in the pre-semester break (17 - 22 July 2011) and 4x4 hr practical
BIOL3007 6 A Although not prerequisites, knowledge obtained from BIOL3006/3906, and BIOL3008/3908 Semester 2
Ecology and/or BIOL3009/3909, is strongly recommended.
P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology; or 6 credit points of Intermediate BIOL, and one of
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS(2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3907
Ecology (Advanced) and/or BIOL3009/3909, is strongly recommended. Students entering this unit of study should
have achieved Distinction average.
Intermediate BIOL and one of ENVI (2111or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3007
BIOL3025 6 P 12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971), MBLG (2072/2972) or Intermediate Biology or Semester 2
Evolutionary Genetics & Animal Intermediate PLNT units. For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units
Behaviour including BMED2802.
N BIOL3925
BIOL3925 6 P Distinction average in12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971), MBLG (2072/2972) or Semester 2
Evolutionary Gen. & Animal Intermediate Biology or PLNTunits. For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate
Behaviour Adv BMED units including Distinction in BMED2802.
N BIOL3025
BIOL3026 6 P 12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971) and MBLG (2072/2972). For BMedSc students: 36 Semester 2
Developmental Genetics credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED2802.
N BIOL3926
BIOL3926 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971), and MBLG (2072/2972). Semester 2
Developmental Genetics (Advanced) For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including Distinction in
BMED2802.
N BIOL3026
Cell Pathology
For a major in Cell Pathology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from:
(i) CPAT3201 and CPAT3202; and
(ii) any two of the listed senior units of study
CPAT3201 6 P At least 6cp intermediate of one of the following: ANAT or BCHM or MBLG or BIOL or HPSC Semester 2
Pathogenesis of Human Disease 1 or MICR or PCOL or PHSI, or as the head of department determines.
C CPAT3201
HSTO3001 6 P Credit or better grade in ANAT2008. For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of BMED Semester 1
Microscopy & Histochemistry Theory Intermediate units including Credit in each of BMED2801, BMED2803, BMED2804, BMED2805
C HSTO3002
HSTO3002 6 P Credit grade or better in ANAT2008. For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of BMED Semester 1
Microscopy & Histochemistry Intermediate units including Credit in each of BMED2801, BMED2803, BMED2804, BMED2805
Practical C HSTO3001
HSTO3003 6 A (i) An understanding of the basic structure of vertebrates; (ii) An understanding of elementary Semester 2
Cells and Development: Theory biochemistry and genetics.
P For BSc students: ANAT2008 For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED
units, including: BMED2801, BMED2802, BMED2805.
HSTO3004 6 P Unless special permission is granted from the course coordinator, this advanced unit of Semester 2
Cells and Development: Practical study is only available to select students who have achieved a mark of 65 or above in the
(Adv) following prerequisite units of study. For BSc students: ANAT2008. For BMedSc students: 42
credit points of Intermediate BMED units, including: BMED2801, BMED2802, BMED2805.
C HSTO3003
130

points
MICR3011 6 P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and (MICR2022 or MICR2922 or MICR2002 or Semester 1
Microbes in Infection MICR2902). For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including
(BMED2807 and BMED2808). For BScAgr students: (PLNT2001 or PLNT2901) and (MICR2022
or MICR2922).
N MICR3911, MICR3001, MICR3901
MICR3911 6 P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and Distinction in MICR (2022 or 2922 or 2002 or Semester 1
Microbes in Infection (Advanced) 2902). For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including in BMED
(2807 or 2808) with a Distinction in one of these two. For BScAgr students: PLNT (2001 or
2901) and MICR (2022 or 2922) including one Distinction.
MICR3012 6 P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and MICR (2022 or 2922 or 2002 or 2902). For BMedSc Semester 2
Molecular Biology of Pathogens students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED (2802, 2807 and 2808).
This unit of study is not available in 2011 For BScAgr students: PLNT (2001 or 2901) and MICR2024.
N MICR3912, MICR3002, MICR3902, MICR3003, MICR3903, MICR3004, MICR3904
Molecular Biology of Pathogens (Adv) 2902). For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED
This unit of study is not available in 2011 (2802 or 2807 or 2808) with a Distinction in one of these three. For BScAgr students: PLNT
(2001 or 2901) and MICR2024 including one Distinction.
MICR3022 6 P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and 6 credit points of Intermediate MICR units. For Semester 2
Microbial Biotechnology BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED (2802 and
This unit of study is not available in 2011 2807). For BScAgr students: PLNT (2001 or 2901) and MICR2024.
MICR3922 6 P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and Distinction in 6 credit points of Intermediate MICR Semester 2
Microbial Biotechnology (Advanced) units. For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED
This unit of study is not available in 2011 (2802 and 2807) with a Distinction in at least one of these two. For BScAgr students: PLNT
PHSI3005 6 A 6 credit points of MBLG Semester 1
Human Cellular Physiology: Theory P Except for BMedSc students: PHSI(2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) For BMedSc:
BMED (2801 and 2802).
N PHSI3905, PHSI3004, PHSI3904
It is highly recommended that this unit of study be taken in conjunction with PHSI3006.
Human Cellular Physiology (Adv): P Credit average in PHSI(2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) or in BMED (2801 and 2802).
Theory Students enrolling in this unit should have a WAM of at least 70.
It is highly recommended that this unit of study be taken in combination with PHSI3906
PHSI3006 6 P Except for BMedSc students: PHSI (2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) For BMedSc: Semester 1
Human Cellular Physiology: Research BMED (2801 and 2802).
C PHSI3005
Human Cellular Physiology (Ad): P PHSI (2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) or in BMED (2801 and 2802). Students enroling
Research in this unit should have a WAM of at least 70.
C PHSI3905
Information on these units may be found under the relevant teaching department entries.
Chemistry
For a major in chemistry, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area, which must include the associated
laboratory units.
CHEM1001 6 A There is no assumed knowledge of chemistry for this unit of study, but students who have Semester 1
Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A not undertaken an HSC chemistry course are strongly advised to complete a chemistry bridging
course before lectures commence.
N CHEM1101, CHEM1901, CHEM1109, CHEM1903
CHEM1002 6 P CHEM (1001 or 1101) or equivalent Semester 2
Fundamentals of Chemistry 1B N CHEM1102, CHEM1108, CHEM1902, CHEM1904
CHEM1101 6 A HSC Chemistry and Mathematics Semester 1
Chemistry 1A C Recommended concurrent units of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics Semester 2
N CHEM1001, CHEM1109, CHEM1901, CHEM1903 Summer Main
CHEM1102 6 P CHEM (1101 or 1901) or a Distinction in CHEM1001 or equivalent Semester 1
Chemistry 1B C Recommended concurrent units of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics Semester 2
N CHEM1002, CHEM1108, CHEM1902, CHEM1904 Summer Main
CHEM1901 6 P ATAR of at least 95.4 and HSC Chemistry result in band 5 or 6, or by invitation. Semester 1
Chemistry 1A (Advanced) C Recommended concurrent unit of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics
131

points
CHEM1902 6 P CHEM (1901 or 1903) or Distinction in CHEM1101 or equivalent Semester 2
Chemistry 1B (Advanced) C Recommended concurrent unit of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics
CHEM1903 6 P ATAR of at least 99.0 and HSC Chemistry result in Band 6 Semester 1
Chemistry 1A (Special Studies C Recommended concurrent unit of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics.
Program) N CHEM1001, CHEM1101, CHEM1109, CHEM1901
Entry is by invitation. This unit of study is deemed to be an Advanced unit of study.
CHEM1904 6 P Distinction in CHEM1903 Semester 2
Chemistry 1B (Special Studies C Recommended concurrent units of study: 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics.
Program) N CHEM1002, CHEM1102, CHEM1108, CHEM1902
Entry is by invitation. This unit of study is deemed to be an Advanced unit of study.
CHEM2401 6 P CHEM (1101 or 1901 or 1903) and CHEM (1102 or 1902 or 1904), 6 credit points of Junior Semester 1
Molecular Reactivity and Mathematics.
Spectroscopy N CHEM2001, CHEM2101, CHEM2301, CHEM2311, CHEM2502, CHEM2901, CHEM2903,
CHEM2911, CHEM2915
This is a required chemistry unit of study for students intending to major in chemistry. Students
who have passed CHEM(1001 or 1907 or 1908 or 1108) and CHEM (1002 or 1901 or 1109)
may enroll in this unit after obtaining Departmental permission.
CHEM2911 6 P Credit average or better in CHEM (1101 or 1901 or 1903) and CHEM (1102 or 1902 or 1904), Semester 1
Molecular Reactivity & Spectroscopy 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics.
Adv N CHEM2001, CHEM2101, CHEM2301, CHEM2311, CHEM2401, CHEM2502, CHEM2901,
CHEM2903, CHEM2915
CHEM2915 6 P By invitation. High WAM and a Distinction average in CHEM (1101 or 1901) and CHEM Semester 1
Molecular Reactivity & Spectroscopy (1102 or 1902 or 1904), 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics.
SSP N CHEM2001, CHEM2101, CHEM2301, CHEM2311, CHEM2401, CHEM2502, CHEM2901,
CHEM2903, CHEM2911
The number of places in this unit of study is strictly limited and entry is by invitation only.
Enrolment is conditional upon available places.
CHEM2402 6 P CHEM (1101 or 1901 or 1903) and CHEM (1102 or 1902 or 1904), 6 credit points of Junior Semester 2
Chemical Structure and Stability of Mathematics.
N CHEM2202, CHEM2302, CHEM2902, CHEM2912, CHEM2916
This is a required chemistry unit of study for students intending to major in chemistry. Students
who have passed CHEM(1001 or 1907 or 1908 or 1108) and CHEM (1002 or 1901 or 1109)
may enroll in this unit after obtaining Departmental permission.
CHEM2912 6 P Credit average or better in CHEM (1101 or 1901 or 1903) and CHEM (1102 or 1902 or 1904), Semester 2
Chemical Structure and Stability 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics.
(Adv) N CHEM2202, CHEM2302, CHEM2402, CHEM2902, CHEM2916
CHEM2916 6 P By invitation. High WAM and a Distinction average in CHEM (1101 or 1901 or 1903) and Semester 2
Chemical Structure and Stability CHEM (1102 or 1902 or 1904), 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics.
(SSP) N CHEM2202, CHEM2302, CHEM2402, CHEM2902, CHEM2912
The number of places in this unit of study is strictly limited and entry is by invitation only.
Enrolment is conditional upon available places.
CHEM2404 6 P 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry; 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics Semester 1
Forensic and Environmental N CHEM3107, CHEM3197
Chemistry To enrol in Senior Chemistry students are required to have completed CHEM (2401 or 2911
or 2915) and CHEM (2402 or 2912 or 2916). Students are advised that combinations of
Intermediate Chemistry units that do not meet this requirement will generally not allow
progression to Senior Chemistry.
CHEM2403 6 P 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry, 6 credit points of Junior Mathematics. Semester 2
Chemistry of Biological Molecules N CHEM2001, CHEM2901, CHEM2311, CHEM2903, CHEM2913
To enrol in Senior Chemistry, students are required to have completed CHEM (2401 or 2911
or 2915) and CHEM (2402 or 2912 or 2916). Students are advised that combinations of
Intermediate Chemistry units that do not meet this requirement will generally not allow
progression to Senior Chemistry.
CHEM3110 6 P CHEM(2401 or 2911 or 2915) and CHEM(2402 or 2912 or 2916). Semester 1
Biomolecules: Properties and N CHEM3910
Reactions
CHEM3910 6 P WAM of 65 or greater and a Credit or better in: CHEM (2401 or 2911 or 2915) and CHEM Semester 1
Biomolecules: Properties & Reactions (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
Adv N CHEM3110
Organic Structure and Reactivity N CHEM3911
Organic Structure and Reactivity (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
(Adv) N CHEM3111
Materials Chemistry N CHEM3912
Materials Chemistry (Adv) (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
N CHEM3112
Catalysis and Sustainable Processes N CHEM3913
Catalysis and Sustainable Process (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
(Adv) N CHEM3113
132

points
CHEM3114 6 P CHEM(2401 or 2911 or 2915) and CHEM(2402 or 2912 or 2916) Semester 2
Metal Complexes: Medicine and N CHEM3914
Materials
Metal Complexes: Medic. & Mater. (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
(Adv) N CHEM3114
Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry N CHEM3915
Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry (Adv) (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
N CHEM3115
Membranes, Self Assembly and N CHEM3916
Surfaces
Molecular Spectroscopy & Quantum N CHEM3917
Theory
Mol. Spectroscopy & Quantum (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
Theory (Adv) N CHEM3117
Computational Science
For a major in Computational Science the minimum requirement is 24 credit points chosen from the core or elective senior units of study listed for this subject area,
of which at least 12 credit points are from the core senior units of study.
COSC1001 3 A HSC Mathematics Semester 2
Computational Science in Matlab N COSC1901
Computational Science in Matlab P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of at least 90, or COSC1902, or a distinction or better in COSC1002,
(Adv) INFO1003 or INFO1903.
N COSC1001
Computational Science in C N COSC1902
Computational Science in C (Adv) P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of at least 90, or COSC1901, or a distinction or better in COSC1001,
INFO1003 or INFO1903.
N COSC1002
Senior core units of study
COSC3011 6 A Programming experience in MATLAB. Semester 2
Scientific Computing P 12 credit points chosen from Junior Mathematics and Statistics, 12 credit points of
Intermediate units in Science subject areas.
N COSC3911, COSC3001, COSC3901, PHYS3301, PHYS3901
Scientific Computing (Advanced) P 12 credit points chosen from Junior Mathematics and Statistics, 12 credit points of
Intermediate units in Science subject areas with a credit average.
MATH3076 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics and one of MATH(1001 or 1003 or 1901 or Semester 1
Mathematical Computing 1903 or 1906 or 1907)
N MATH3976, MATH3016, MATH3916
MATH3976 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics and one of MATH(1903 or 1907) or Credit in Semester 1
Mathematical Computing (Advanced) MATH1003
Senior elective units of study
BINF3101 6 A INFO2110 and (INFO1103 or INFO1903) Semester 2
Bioinformatics Project P 12 credit points from Intermediate Biology, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Biochemistry,
Microbiology, Pharmacology
N COMP3206, BINF3001, INFO3600, SOFT3300, SOFT3600, SOFT3200, SOFT3700
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3906
N BIOL3006
N BIOL3927
N BIOL3027
COMP3308 6 A COMP2007 Semester 1
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence N COMP3608, COMP3002, COMP3902
COMP3608 6 P Distinction-level results in some 2nd year COMP or MATH or SOFT units. Semester 1
Intro. to Artificial Intelligence (Adv) N COMP3308, COMP3002, COMP3902
133

points
Sciences
GEOS3009 6 P (6 credit points of Intermediate Geoscience units) and (6 further credit points of Intermediate Semester 1
Coastal Environments and Processes Geoscience or 6 credit points of Physics or Mathematics or Information Technology or
Engineering units) or ((MARS2005 or MARS2905) and (MARS2006 or MARS2906))
N GEOS3909, MARS3003, MARS3105
* Geoscience is the disciplines of Geography, Geology and Geophysics.
MATH3063 6 A MATH2061 Semester 1
Differential Equations and Biomaths P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
N MATH3020, MATH3920, MATH3003, MATH3923, MATH3963
Differential Equations & Biomaths P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
(Adv) N MATH3020, MATH3920, MATH3003, MATH3923, MATH3063
MATH3078 6 A MATH(2061/2961) and MATH(2065/2965) Semester 2
PDEs and Waves P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
PDEs and Waves (Advanced) P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics with at least Credit average
STAT3011 6 P STAT (2011 or 2911 or 2001 or 2901) and MATH (1003 or 1903 or 1907). Semester 1
Stochastic Processes and Time N STAT3911, STAT3003, STAT3903, STAT3005, STAT3905
Series
STAT3911 6 P (STAT2911 or credit in STAT2011) and MATH(1003 or 1903 or 1907). Semester 1
Series Adv
Computer Science
For a major in Computer Science the minimum requirement is 24 credit points chosen from the senior units of study listed for this subject area.
Students enrolled in non-IT degrees or majors, are eligible (upon application) for a Minor in Information Technology if they complete at least 18 credit points of
intermediate or above units of study offered by the School of IT, within a completed degree. For further information, please refer to:
http://www.it.usyd.edu.au/future_students/undergrad/minor.shtml
Students should note that applications for special consideration on the basis of illness or misadventure for INFO, ISYS, COMP, ELEC units should be lodged with
the Faculty of Engineering and IT.
ELEC1601 6 A HSC Mathematics extension 1 or 2 Semester 2
Foundations of Computer Systems
INFO1003 6 N INFO1000 or INFS1000 Semester 1
Foundations of Information Semester 2
Technology
INFO1103 6 A HSC Mathematics Semester 1
Introduction to Programming N SOFT (1001 or 1901) or COMP (1001 or 1901) or DECO2011 Semester 2
Informatics (Advanced) P ATAR sufficient to enter BCST(Adv), BIT or BSc(Adv), or portfolio of work suitable for entry
INFO1105 6 A Programming, as for INFO1103 Semester 2
Data Structures N INFO1905 or SOFT (1002 or 1902) or COMP (1002 or 1902 or 2160 or 2860 or 2111 or
2811 or 2002 or 2902)
INFO1905 6 P 75% or greater in INFO1103 or INFO1903 Semester 2
Data Structures (Advanced) N INFO1105 or SOFT (1002 or 1902) or COMP (1002 or 1902)
COMP2007 6 A INFO1105, MATH1004 or MATH1904 Semester 2
Algorithms and Complexity N COMP2907, COMP3309, COMP3609, COMP3111, COMP3811
COMP2907 6 A INFO1905, MATH1904 Semester 2
Algorithms and Complexity P Distinction level result in INFO(1105 or INFO1905 or SOFT1002 or SOFT1902
(Advanced)
COMP2121 6 P (INFO1103 or INFO1903) AND (INFO1105 or INFO1905) Semester 2
Distributed Systems & Network C (COMP2007 OR COMP2907)
Principles
COMP2129 6 A Programming, as from INFO1103 Semester 1
Operating Systems and Machine N SOFT2130, SOFT2830, SOFT2004, SOFT2904, COMP2004, COMP2904
Principles
INFO2110 6 A Experience with a data model as in INFO1003 or INFO1103 or INFS1000 Semester 2
Systems Analysis and Modelling N INFO2810, INFO2000, INFO2900
INFO2120 6 A Some exposure to programming and some familiarity with data model concepts such as Semester 1
Database Systems 1 taught in INFO1103 or INFO1003 or INFS1000 or INFO1903
N INFO2820, INFO2005, INFO2905
INFO2820 6 P Distinction-level result in INFO1003 or INFO1103 or INFO1903 or INFO1105 or INFO1905 Semester 1
Database Systems 1 (Advanced) N INFO2120, INFO2005, INFO2905
INFO2315 6 A Computer literacy Semester 2
Introduction to IT Security N NETS3305, NETS3605, NETS3016, NETS3916, ELEC5610, ELEC5616
134

points
ELEC3506 6 N NETS2150, NETS2009, NETS2909, NETS3007, NETS3907, ELEC3504, ELEC4501 Semester 2
Data Communications and the
Internet
ELEC3609 6 P INFO1103, INFO2110, INFO2120 Semester 2
Internet Software Platforms N EBUS4001
ELEC3610 6 P INFO2120 Semester 1
E-Business Analysis and Design N EBUS3003, EBUS3001
Programming Languages and
Paradigms
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence N COMP3608, COMP3002, COMP3902
COMP3608 6 P Distinction-level results in some 2nd year COMP or MATH or SOFT units. Semester 1
Intro. to Artificial Intelligence (Adv) N COMP3308, COMP3002, COMP3902
COMP3419 6 A COMP2007, MATH1002 Semester 1
Graphics and Multimedia N MULT3306, MULT3606, MULT3019, MULT3919, MULT3004, MULT3904, COMP3004,
COMP3904
Sciences
COMP3520 6 A COMP2129, INFO1105 Semester 1
Operating Systems Internals N NETS3304, NETS3604, NETS3009, NETS3909, COMP3009, COMP3909
COMP3615 6 P INFO3402 Semester 2
Software Development Project N INFO3600, SOFT3300, SOFT3600, SOFT3200, SOFT3700
INFO3220 6 A INFO2110, INFO1105 Semester 1
Object Oriented Design N SOFT3301, SOFT3601, SOFT3101, SOFT3801, COMP3008, COMP3908
INFO3315 6 A INFO2110 Semester 2
Human-Computer Interaction N MULT3307, MULT3607, MULT3018, MULT3918, SOFT3102, SOFT3802, COMP3102,
COMP3802
INFO3402 6 A INFO2000, INFO2110, INFO2810, INFO2900 Semester 1
Management of IT Projects and N ISYS3000, ISYS3012, ELEC3606
Systems
INFO3404 6 A Introductory database study such as INFO2120 or INFO2820 or INFO2005 or INFO2905. Semester 2
Database Systems 2 Students are expected to be familiar with SQL and the relational data model, and to have some
programming experience.
N INFO3504, INFO3005, INFO3905, COMP3005, COMP3905
INFO3504 6 P Distinction-level result in INFO2120 or INFO2820 or COMP2007 or COMP2907 Semester 2
Database Systems 2 (Adv) N INFO3404, INFO3005, INFO3905, COMP3005, COMP3905
INFO3600 12 P INFO3402 Semester 2
Major Development Project N COMP3615, ISYS3400, SOFT3300, SOFT3600, SOFT3200, SOFT3700
(Advanced) Only available to students in BIT, BCST(Adv) or BSc(Adv)
Environmental Studies
For a major in Environmental Studies, students are required to complete a minimum of 24 credit points from Senior units of study listed below, including at least
12 credit points from Senior ENVI units
Students are recommended to take at least one of the following units of study
GEOS1001, GEOS1901, GEOS1002, GEOS1902, GEOS1003, GEOS1903
GEOS1001 6 N GEOS1901, GEOG1001, GEOG1002, GEOL1001, GEOL1002, GEOL1902 Semester 1
Earth, Environment and Society
GEOS1901 6 P Departmental permission is required for enrolment. An ATAR above 93 is normally required Semester 1
Earth, Environment and Society for admission. This requirement may be varied and students should consult the unit of study
Advanced coordinator.
N GEOS1001, GEOG1001, GEOG1002, GEOL1001, GEOL1002, GEOL1902
GEOS1002 6 N GEOS1902, GEOG1001, GEOG1002 Semester 2
Introductory Geography
GEOS1902 6 P Departmental permission is required for enrolment. A UAI (or ATAR equivalent) above 93 Semester 2
Introductory Geography (Advanced) is normally required for admission. This requirement may be varied and students should consult
the unit of study coordinator.
N GEOS1002, GEOG1001, GEOG1002
GEOS1003 6 N GEOS1903, GEOL1002, GEOL1902, GEOL1501 Semester 2
Introduction to Geology Summer Late
Introduction to Geology (Advanced) is normally required for admission. This requirement may be varied and students should consult
N GEOL1002, GEOL1902, GEOS1003
The completion at least one of the following units of study is highly recommended:
ENVI2111 6 P BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH). Semester 1
Conservation Biology and Applied 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry.
Ecology N ENVI2911
135

points
ENVI2911 6 P Distinction average in BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology Semester 1
Conservation Biol & Applied Ecology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH). 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry. These requirements may be varied
Adv and students with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N ENVI2111.
GEOS2111 6 P 24 credit points of Junior units of study including 6 credit points of Junior Geoscience Semester 1
Natural Hazards: a GIS Approach N GEOG2411, GEOS2911
GEOS2121 6 P 24 credit points of junior units of study, including 6 credit points of Junior Geoscience or Semester 2
Environmental and Resource ECOP1001 or ECOP1002
Management N GEOG2421, GEOL2202, GEOS2921
GEOS2122 6 P 24 credit points of Junior units of study, including 6 credit points of Junior Geoscience or Semester 2
Urban Geography ECOP1001 or ECOP1002.
N GEOS2922, GEOG2521
GEOS2911 6 P 24 credit points of junior units of study including a distinction in 6 credit points of Junior Semester 1
Natural Hazards: a GIS Approach Geoscience
Advanced N GEOG2411, GEOS2111
GEOS2921 6 P 24 credit points of Junior units of study, including a distinction in 6 credit points of Junior Semester 2
Environmental & Resource Geoscience or in ECOP1001 or ECOP1002. This requirement may be varied and students
Management Adv should consult the unit of study coordinator.
N GEOG2421, GEOL2202, GEOS2121
Urban Geography (Advanced) Geoscience or in ECOP1001 or ECOP1002
N GEOS2122
ENVI3111 6 A Intermediate Environmental Science. Semester 1
Environmental Law and Ethics P 12 credit points of Intermediate Science or Agriculture units.
N ENVI3001, ENVI3003
ENVI3112 6 A Intermediate Environmental Science. Semester 2
Environmental Assessment P 12 credit points of Intermediate Science or Agriculture units.
N ENVI3002, ENVI3004
ENVI3114 6 A Junior Physics or Intermediate Environmental Science. Semester 2
Energy and the Environment P 12 credit points of Intermediate Science or Agriculture units.
N ENVI3001, PHYS3600
GEOS3014 6 P MARS(2005 or 2905) and MARS(2006 or 2906), or 12 credit points of Intermediate Semester 2
GIS in Coastal Management Geoscience* units, or (GEOS(2115 or 2915) and BIOL(2018 or 2918))
N GEOS3914, MARS3104
GEOS3018 6 P 24 credit points of Intermediate units of study including 6 credit points of Intermediate Semester 1
Rivers: Science, Policy and Geoscience (GEOG or GEOS) units of study
Management N GEOS3918
GEOS3513 6 P 24 credit points of intermediate and/or senior units of study including 6 credit points of Semester 1
Regional Development and Intermediate units of study in Geography.
Environment N ENVI3113, GEOS3511, GEOS3911, GEOS3913
Regional Development & intermediate units of study in Geography with a grade of Credit or better
Environment (Adv) N ENVI3113, GEOS3511, GEOS3513, GEOS3911
GEOS3914 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate geography or geology units or GEOS Semester 2
GIS in Coastal Management (2115 or 2915) and BIOL (2018 or 2918). Department permission required for enrolment
(Advanced) N GEOS3014, MARS3104
A distinction average in prior Geography, Geology or Marine Science units of study is normally
required for admission. This requirement may be varied and students should consult the unit
of study coordinator.
GEOS3918 6 P Distinction average in 24 credit points of Intermediate units of study including 6 credit points Semester 1
Rivers: Science and Management of Intermediate Geoscience(GEOS or GEOG) units of study
(Adv) N GEOS3018
Financial Mathematics and Statistics

For a major in Financial Mathematics and Statistics, students are required to complete:
At least 12 credit points of junior units of study from the Science Subject Area of Mathematics including:-
(i) MATH (1001 or 1901) and MATH (1002 or 1902) and MATH (1003 or 1903) and MATH (1005 or 1905)
MATH1001 3 A HSC Mathematics Extension 1 Semester 1
Differential Calculus N MATH1011, MATH1901, MATH1906, MATH1111 Summer Main
MATH1901 3 P HSC Mathematics Extension 2. This requirement may be varied. Students with an interest Semester 1
Differential Calculus (Advanced) in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
N MATH1111, MATH1011, MATH1001, MATH1906
Linear Algebra N MATH1902, MATH1012, MATH1014 Summer Main
Linear Algebra (Advanced) in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
MATH1003 3 A HSC Mathematics Extension 2 or MATH1001 or MATH1011 Semester 2
Integral Calculus and Modelling N MATH1013, MATH1903, MATH1907 Summer Main
136

points
MATH1903 3 A HSC Mathematics Extension 2 or Credit or better in MATH1001 or MATH1901 Semester 2
Integral Calculus and Modelling P HSC Mathematics Extension 2. This requirement may be varied. Students with an interest
Advanced in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
MATH1005 3 A HSC Mathematics Semester 2
Statistics N MATH1015, MATH1905, STAT1021, STAT1022, ECMT1010 Summer Main
Statistics (Advanced) in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
N MATH1015, MATH1005, STAT1021, STAT1022, ECMT1010
Core intermediate units of study
18 credit points from the following units of study:
(i) MATH2070 or 2970); and
(ii) STAT (2011 or 2911) and STAT (2012 or 2912)
MATH2070 6 A MATH (1003 or 1903 or 1907) Semester 2
Optimisation and Financial P MATH(1011 or 1001 or 1901 or 1906) and MATH(1014 or 1002 or 1902) Summer Main
Mathematics N MATH2010, MATH2033, MATH2933, MATH2970, ECMT3510
Students may enrol in both MATH2070 and MATH3075 in the same semester
MATH2970 6 A MATH (1903 or 1907) or Credit in MATH1003 Semester 2
Optimisation & Financial Mathematics P MATH (1901 or 1906 or Credit in 1001) and MATH (1902 or Credit in 1002)
Adv N MATH2010, MATH2033, MATH2933, MATH2070
STAT2011 6 P MATH (1001 or 1901 or 1906 or 1011) and [MATH (1005 or 1905 or 1015) or STAT1021] Semester 1
Statistical Models N STAT2901, STAT2001, STAT2911
STAT2911 6 P MATH (1903 or 1907 or Credit in 1003) and MATH (1905 or 1904 or Credit in 1005) Semester 1
Probability and Statistical Models N STAT2001, STAT2011, STAT2901
(Adv)
STAT2012 6 P MATH (1005 or 1905 or 1015) Semester 2
Statistical Tests N STAT2004, STAT2912
STAT2912 6 A STAT (2911 or 2901) Semester 2
Statistical Tests (Advanced) P MATH1905 or Credit in MATH1005
N STAT2004, STAT2012
At least 24 credit points comprising the following units of study:
(i) MATH(3075 or 3975) and STAT(3011 or 3911) and STAT(3012 or 3912)
MATH3075 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics Semester 2
Financial Mathematics N MATH3975, MATH3015, MATH3933
MATH3975 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics with at least Credit average Semester 2
Financial Mathematics (Advanced) N MATH3933, MATH3015, MATH3075
Series
Series Adv
(ii) One of the following units of study:- STAT(3013 or 3913), STAT(3014 or 3914), MATH(3078 or 3978), MATH(3076 or 3976), MATH3067, MATH3969, MATH3974
or INFO(3404 or 3504)
STAT3013 6 P STAT(2012 or 2912 or 2003 or 2903) and STAT (2011 or 2911) Semester 2
Statistical Inference N STAT3913, STAT3001, STAT3901
STAT3913 6 P STAT(2911 or 2903). Semester 2
Statistical Inference Advanced N STAT3013, STAT3001, STAT3901
It is advisable to have also completed STAT2912
Information and Coding Theory N MATH3007, MATH3010
MATH3969 6 A At least 6 credit points of Advanced Mathematics units of study at Intermediate or Senior Semester 2
Measure Theory & Fourier Analysis level
(Adv) P 12 credit points Intermediate Mathematics
N MATH3909
MATH3974 6 A MATH2961, MATH2965 Semester 1
Fluid Dynamics (Advanced) P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics with average grade of at least Credit
N MATH3914
137

points
Geography
For a major in Geography, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed below which must include GEOS3513/3913 OR
GEOS3053/3953 OR GEOG3521/3921
GEOS1002 6 N GEOS1902, GEOG1001, GEOG1002 Semester 2
Introductory Geography
Introductory Geography (Advanced) is normally required for admission. This requirement may be varied and students should consult
N GEOS1002, GEOG1001, GEOG1002
GEOG2321 6 P 24 credit points of Junior units of study including 6 credit points of Junior Geoscience. Semester 2
Fluvial and Groundwater Students in the BEnvSys should have ENSY1001, 12 credit points of Chemisty, 6 credit points
Geomorphology of Biology, BIOM1003 or ENVX2001
N GEOG2002, GEOG2302, GEOG2303, MARS2002, MARS2006
Economic Geography of Global ECOP1001 or ECOP1002
Development N GEOS2912, GEOG2511
GEOS2115 6 A At least one of (GEOG1001, GEOL1001, GEOL1002, GEOS1003, GEOS1903, ENVI1002, Semester 1
Oceans, Coasts and Climate Change GEOL1902, GEOL1501)
P 48 credit points from Junior Units of Study
Urban Geography ECOP1001 or ECOP1002.
N GEOS2922, GEOG2521
GEOS2915 6 A (GEOG1001, GEOL1001, GEOL1002, GEOS1003, GEOS1903, ENVI1002, GEOL1902, Semester 1
Oceans, Coasts and Climate Change GEOL1501)
(Adv) P Distinction average in 48 credit points from Junior units of study
Economic Geography of Global Dev. Geoscience or in ECOP1001 or ECOP1002
Adv. N GEOS2112, GEOG2511
Urban Geography (Advanced) Geoscience or in ECOP1001 or ECOP1002
N GEOS2122
138

points
GEOS3909 6 P Distinction average in ((6 credit points of Intermediate Geoscience* units) and (6 further Semester 1
Coastal Environments and Processes credit points of Intermediate Geoscience or 6 credit points of Physics, Mathematics, Information
(Adv) Technology or Engineering units) or ((MARS2005 or MARS2905) and (MARS2006 or
MARS2906)))
A distinction average in prior Geography or Geology units is normally required for admission.
This requirement may be varied and students should consult the unit of study coordinator.
(Adv) N GEOS3018
GEOS3053 6 P 6 credit points of Intermediate units of study in Geography. Department permission is required S1 Intensive
Asia-Pacific Field School-Assessment for enrolment.
A C GEOS3054
N GEOS3953
Students must contact the unit coordinator no later than the end of May in the year before
taking this Unit.
GEOS3953 6 P 6 credit points of Intermediate units of study in Geography. Department permission required S1 Intensive
Asia-Pacific Field School-A (Adv) for enrolment.
C GEOS3954
N GEOS3053
Department permission required for enrolment. Students must contact the unit coordinator no
later than the end of May in the year before taking this Unit.
Regional Development and Intermediate units of study in Geography.
Environment N ENVI3113, GEOS3511, GEOS3911, GEOS3913
Regional Development & intermediate units of study in Geography with a grade of Credit or better
Environment (Adv) N ENVI3113, GEOS3511, GEOS3513, GEOS3911
GEOG3521 6 P 24 credit points of Intermediate units of study including 6 credit points of Intermediate Semester 2
Sustainable Cities Geoscience
N GEOG3921, GEOG3202
GEOG3921 6 P Distinction average 24 credit points of Intermediate Units of study including 6 credit points Semester 2
Sustainable Cities (Adv) of Intermediate Geography units of study.
N GEOG3521, GEOG3202
Geology & Geophysics

For a major in Geology & Geophysics, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from Senior units listed in this subject area, which must include GEOS(3008
or 3908) and GEOS(3101 or 3801)
GEOS1003 6 N GEOS1903, GEOL1002, GEOL1902, GEOL1501 Semester 2
Introduction to Geology Summer Late
Introduction to Geology (Advanced) is normally required for admission. This requirement may be varied and students should consult
Intermediate units
GEOS2114 6 P One of (GEOG1001, GEOL1001, GEOL1002, GEOS1003, GEOS1903, ENVI1002, Semester 1
Volcanoes, Hot Rocks and Minerals GEOL1902, GEOL1501) and 24 credit points of Junior Science units of study.
GEOS2124 6 P 24 credit points of Junior units of study, including GEOS1003 or GEOS1903 or GEOL1002 Semester 2
Fossils and Tectonics or GEOL1902 or GEOL1501
N GEOS2924, GEOL2123, GEOL2124
139

points
GEOS2914 6 P 24 credit points of Junior Science units of study and Distinction in one of GEOL1002 or Semester 1
Volcanoes, Hot Rocks and Minerals GEOS1002 or ENVI1002 or GEOL1501 or GEOL1902 or GEOS1902 or GEOS1003 or
Adv GEOS1903.This requirement may be varied and students should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
N GEOL2001, GEOS2114
GEOS2924 6 P Distinction in GEOS1003 or Distinction average in 12 credit points of Junior Geoscience Semester 2
Fossils and Tectonics (Advanced) units (Geoscience is the disciplines of Geography, Geology and Geophysics)
N GEOS2124, GEOL2123, GEOL2124
GEOS3008 6 P GEOS2124 or GEOS2924 Semester 2a
Field Geology and Geophysics N GEOL3103, GEOS3908
GEOS3101 6 A GEOS2114, GEOS2124 Semester 1
Earth's Structure and Evolution P GEOS(2114 or 2914) and GEOS(2124 or 2924); or 24 credit points of Intermediate Science
units of study and GEOS1003 with permission of the Head of School
N GEOS3801, GEOS3003, GEOS3903, GEOS3004, GEOS3904, GEOS3006, GEOS3906,
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
GEOS3102 6 A GEOS2114 and GEOS2124 Semester 1
Global Energy and Resources P GEOS(2114 or 2914) and GEOS(2124 or 2924); or 24 credit points of Intermediate Science
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
Environmental and Sedimentary P GEOS(2124 or 2924) and GEOS(2111 or 2911 or 2114 or 2914 or 2113 or 2913); or
Geology GEOS(1003 or 1903) and 24 credit points of Intermediate Science units of study with permission
of the Head of School
N GEOS3803
GEOS3104 6 P 24 credit points of Intermediate Science units of study or (GEOS(2114/2914) and Semester 2
Geophysical Methods GEOS(2124/2924))
GEOS3916, GEOS3017, GEOS3917
GEOS3908 6 P GEOS2124 or GEOS2924 with a mark of 65% or greater Semester 2a
Field Geology and Geophysics N GEOS3008
(Advanced) Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Earth's Structure and Evolutions P Distinctions in GEOS(2114/2914) and GEOS(2124/2924); Students who have a credit
(Adv) average for all Geoscience units may enrol in this unit with the permission of the Head of
School
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
Global Energy and Resources (Adv) P Distinction in GEOS(2114 or 2914) and GEOS(2124 or 2924); Students who have a credit
average for all Geoscience units may enrol in this unit with the permission of the Head of
School.
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
Environmental & Sedimentary P Distinctions in GEOS(2114 or 2914) and GEOS(2124 or 2924); Students who have a credit
Geology(Adv) average for all Geoscience units may enrol in this unit with permission of the Head of School
N GEOS3103
GEOS3804 6 P Distinction in GEOS2114 or GEOS2914 and GEOS2124 or GEOS2924; Students who have Semester 2
Geophysical Methods (Advanced) a credit average for all Geoscience units may enrol in this unit with the permission of the Head
of School
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
History and Philosophy of Science

For a major in History and Philosophy of Science, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area. Students must
include the core unit of HPSC3022 Science and Society (6cp) or HPSC3003 social Relations of Science (4cp)(last offered in 2003 and now superceded by
HPSC3022)
HPSC1000 6 N HPSC1900 Semester 1
Bioethics This Junior unit of study is highly recommended to Intermediate and Senior Life Sciences
students.
HPSC1900 6 N HPSC1000 Semester 1
Bioethics (Advanced) Note: Department permission required for enrolment
140

points
HPSC2100 6 P 24 credit points of Junior units of study Semester 1
The Birth of Modern Science N HPSC2002, HPSC2900 Summer Main
HPSC2900 6 P Enrolment in the Talented Student Program or 24 credit points of Junior study with a Semester 1
The Birth of Modern Science Distinction average
(Advanced) N HPSC2002, HPSC2100
HPSC2101 6 P 24 credit points of Junior units of study Semester 2
What Is This Thing Called Science? N HPSC2001, HPSC2901 Summer Main
HPSC2901 6 P Enrolment in the Talented Student Program or 24 credit points of Junior study with a Semester 2
What Is This Thing Called Science? Distinction average
(Adv) N HPSC2002, HPSC2100
HPSC3002 6 P HPSC(2100 or 2900) and HPSC(2101 or 2901) Semester 2
History of Biological/Medical
Sciences
The Scientific Revolution N HPSC3001, HPSC3106
Science and Society N HPSC3003
This unit is a requirement for HPS majors.
HPSC3023 6 A Basic knowledge about the history of modern science as taught in HPSC2100 AND the Semester 1
Psychology & Psychiatry: History & principles of philosophy of science as taught in HPSC2101 OR knowledge of the various
Phil sub-disciplines within Psychology.
P (at least 12 credit points of intermediate HPSC Units of study) OR (a CR or above in one
HPSC intermediate Unit of Study) OR (12 intermediate credit points in psychology).
N PSYC3202
HPSC3024 6 P At least 24 credit points of Intermediate or Senior units of study; HPSC1000 Semester 2
Science and Ethics N HPSC3007
Immunobiology
For a major in Immunobiology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points comprising:
(i) IMMU3102 Cellular and Molecular Immunology and IMMU3202/3902 Immunology in Human Disease; and
(ii) a minimum of 12 credit points from the following senior elective units of study: BCHM 3071/3971, BCHM 3081/3981, BCHM3072/3972, BCHM 3082/3982,
BIOL3018/3918, BIOL3026/3926, BIOL3027/3927, CPAT3201, CPAT3202, MICR 3011/3911/PHSI3005/3905, PHSI 3006/3906, VIRO3001/3901, VIRO3002
The completion of MBLG(2001 or 2101 or 2901) is highly recommended.
IMMU2101 6 A Junior Biology and Junior Chemistry. Semester 1
Introductory Immunology P 24 credit points of Junior units of study from any of the Science discipline areas.
N IMMU2001, BMED2506, BMED2807
This is a prerequisite unit of study for IMMU3102 and IMMU3202. The completion of 6 credit
points of MBLG units of study is highly recommended.
Senior core units of study
IMMU3102 6 A Intermediate biochemistry and molecular biology and genetics. Semester 2
Molecular and Cellular Immunology P BMED2807 or IMMU2101 and 6cp of Intermediate units of study from Biochemistry or Biology
or Microbiology or Molecular Biology and Genetics or Pharmacology or Physiology.
N IMMU3002, BMED3003
The completion of 6 CP of MBLG units of study is highly recommended. Concurrent study of
IMMU3202 Immunology in Human Disease is strongly recommended.
Immunology in Human Disease P BMED2807 or IMMU2101 and 6cp of Intermediate units of study from Biochemistry, or
Biology or Microbiology or Molecular Biology and Genetics or Pharmacology or Physiology.
N IMMU3002, BMED3003
The completion of 6CP of MBLG units of study is highly recommended. Concurrent study of
IMMU3102 Molecular and Cellular Immunology is very strongly recommended.
Molecular and Cellular Immunology P Distinction in Intermediate Immunology IMMU2101 and 6CP of intermediate units of study
(Adv) from Biochemistry or Biology or Microbiology or Molecular Biology and Genetics or
Pharmacology or Physiology. For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of intermediate BMED
units including Distinction in BMED2807
N IMMU3102
141

points
BCHM3072 6 P (MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 CP of Intermediate BCHM/MBLG units (taken from Semester 2
Human Molecular Cell Biology MBLG2071/MBLG2971or BCHM2071/2971 or BCHM2072/2972)) or (42CP of Intermediate
BMedSc units, including BMED2802 and BMED2804)
Applications of Recombinant DNA For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED 2802.
Tech N BIOL3918
Applications of Recombinant DNA Intermediate Biology units. For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units
Tech Adv including Distinction in BMED2802.
N BIOL3018
BIOL3026 6 P 12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971) and MBLG (2072/2972). For BMedSc students: 36 Semester 2
Developmental Genetics credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED2802.
N BIOL3926
BIOL3926 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points from MBLG (2071/2971), and MBLG (2072/2972). Semester 2
Developmental Genetics (Advanced) For BMedSc students: 36 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including Distinction in
BMED2802.
N BIOL3026
N BIOL3927
N BIOL3027
C CPAT3201
or MICR2922).
BMED (2801 and 2802).
C PHSI3005
C PHSI3905
142

points
VIRO3001 6 A MICR (2021 or 2921 or 2022 or 2922) Semester 1
Virology P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and at least 6 credit points in Intermediate MICR or
BCHM or BIOL or IMMU or PCOL or PHSI or PLNT units. For BMedSc students: 42 credit
points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED2802. For BScAgr students: PLNT (2001
or 2901) and MICR2024.
N VIRO3901
Students are very strongly advised to complete VIRO (3001 or 3901) before enrolling in
VIRO3002 Medical and Applied Virology in Session 2.
Virology (Advanced) P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and at least 6 credit points including one Distinction
in Intermediate MICR or BCHM or BIOL or IMMU or PCOL or PHSI or PLNT units. For BMedSc
students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including Distinction in BMED2802. For
BScAgr students: PLNT (2001 or 2901) and MICR2024 including one Distinction.
N VIRO3001
VIRO3002 6 A Intermediate microbiology, immunology, molecular biology and genetics. Semester 2
Medical and Applied Virology P 6 CP MBLG units and at least 6 CP from Intermediate MICR or BCHM or BIOL or IMMU or
PCOL or PHSI units. For BMedSc Students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units
including BMED2807.
Students are very strongly recommended to complete VIRO(3001 or 3901) before enrolling in
VIRO3002 Medical and Applied Virology in Semester 2.
VIRO3902 6 P VIRO3001 (Distinction) or VIRO3901 (Credit) Semester 2
Medical and Applied Virology N VIRO3002
(Advanced)
Information Systems
For a major in Information Systems, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points chosen from the senior units of study listed for this subject area.
Students enrolled in non-IT degrees or majors are eligible (upon application) for a Minor in Information Technology if they complete at least 18 credit points of
intermediate or above units of study offered by the School of IT, within a completed degree. For further information, please refer to:
http://www.it.usyd.edu.au/future_students/undergrad/minor.shtml
Students should note that applications for special consideration on the basis of illness or misadventure for INFO, ISYS, COMP, ELEC units should be lodged with
the Faculty of Engineering and IT
INFO1003 6 N INFO1000 or INFS1000 Semester 1
Foundations of Information Semester 2
Technology
Introduction to Programming N SOFT (1001 or 1901) or COMP (1001 or 1901) or DECO2011 Semester 2
Informatics (Advanced) P ATAR sufficient to enter BCST(Adv), BIT or BSc(Adv), or portfolio of work suitable for entry
INFO1105 6 A Programming, as for INFO1103 Semester 2
Data Structures N INFO1905 or SOFT (1002 or 1902) or COMP (1002 or 1902 or 2160 or 2860 or 2111 or
2811 or 2002 or 2902)
INFO1905 6 P 75% or greater in INFO1103 or INFO1903 Semester 2
Data Structures (Advanced) N INFO1105 or SOFT (1002 or 1902) or COMP (1002 or 1902)
INFO1911 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
IT Special Project 1A Enrolment in this unit of study is by invitation only.
INFO1912 6 A ATAR of at least 98 and High Distinction average in first year IT units of study and Distinction Semester 2
IT Special Project 1B average in first year non-IT units of study.
Departmental permission is required.
COMP2007 6 A INFO1105, MATH1004 or MATH1904 Semester 2
Algorithms and Complexity N COMP2907, COMP3309, COMP3609, COMP3111, COMP3811
COMP2907 6 A INFO1905, MATH1904 Semester 2
Algorithms and Complexity P Distinction level result in INFO(1105 or INFO1905 or SOFT1002 or SOFT1902
(Advanced)
COMP2121 6 P (INFO1103 or INFO1903) AND (INFO1105 or INFO1905) Semester 2
Distributed Systems & Network C (COMP2007 OR COMP2907)
Principles
COMP2129 6 A Programming, as from INFO1103 Semester 1
Operating Systems and Machine N SOFT2130, SOFT2830, SOFT2004, SOFT2904, COMP2004, COMP2904
Principles
INFO2110 6 A Experience with a data model as in INFO1003 or INFO1103 or INFS1000 Semester 2
Systems Analysis and Modelling N INFO2810, INFO2000, INFO2900
INFO2120 6 A Some exposure to programming and some familiarity with data model concepts such as Semester 1
Database Systems 1 taught in INFO1103 or INFO1003 or INFS1000 or INFO1903
N INFO2820, INFO2005, INFO2905
INFO2820 6 P Distinction-level result in INFO1003 or INFO1103 or INFO1903 or INFO1105 or INFO1905 Semester 1
Database Systems 1 (Advanced) N INFO2120, INFO2005, INFO2905
INFO2315 6 A Computer literacy Semester 2
Introduction to IT Security N NETS3305, NETS3605, NETS3016, NETS3916, ELEC5610, ELEC5616
INFO2911 6 P Distinction average in non-IT units completed in previous year of study, high distinction Semester 1
IT Special Project 2A average in IT units completed in previous year.
Departmental permission required.
143

points
IT Special Project 2B average in IT units completed in previous year.
ISYS2140 6 A INFO1003 or INFS1000 Semester 1
Information Systems N ISYS2006. ISYS2007
ELEC3610 6 P INFO2120 Semester 1
E-Business Analysis and Design N EBUS3003, EBUS3001
INFO3220 6 A INFO2110, INFO1105 Semester 1
Object Oriented Design N SOFT3301, SOFT3601, SOFT3101, SOFT3801, COMP3008, COMP3908
INFO3315 6 A INFO2110 Semester 2
Human-Computer Interaction N MULT3307, MULT3607, MULT3018, MULT3918, SOFT3102, SOFT3802, COMP3102,
COMP3802
INFO3402 6 A INFO2000, INFO2110, INFO2810, INFO2900 Semester 1
Management of IT Projects and N ISYS3000, ISYS3012, ELEC3606
Systems
INFO3600 12 P INFO3402 Semester 2
Major Development Project N COMP3615, ISYS3400, SOFT3300, SOFT3600, SOFT3200, SOFT3700
(Advanced) Only available to students in BIT, BCST(Adv) or BSc(Adv)
IT Special Project 3A average in IT units completed in previous year.
IT Special Project 3B average in IT units completed in previous year.
ISYS3400 6 A INFO2120 Semester 2
Information Systems Project P (INFO3402 or ISYS3012) and (ISYS3401 or ISYS3015)
N INFO3600, ISYS3207
ISYS3401 6 A INFO2110, ISYS2140 Semester 1
Analytical Methods & Information N ISYS3015
Systems
Marine Biology
For a major in Marine Biology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units listed in this subject area. Intermediate units leading to a major in
Marine Biology are 12 credit points of intermediate BIOL units that include BIOL2018 or 2918.
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3906
N BIOL3006
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS(2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3907
N BIOL3007
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3908
N BIOL3008
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3911
144

points
N BIOL3011
ENVI (2111or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3913
N BIOL3013
or 2915).
9-15 July 2011
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
9-15 July 2011
Marine Geoscience
For a major in Marine Geoscience, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units listed in this subject area. Intermediate units leading to a major
in Marine Geoscience are 12 credit points of intermediate GEOS units OR 6 credit points of intermediate GEOS units and 6 credit points of either BIOL2018 or
2918
MARS2906)))
(Adv) N GEOS3018
N GEOS3803
N GEOS3103
of School
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
Global Energy and Resources P GEOS(2114 or 2914) and GEOS(2124 or 2924); or 24 credit points of Intermediate Science
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
145

points
Global Energy and Resources (Adv) P Distinction in GEOS(2114 or 2914) and GEOS(2124 or 2924); Students who have a credit
average for all Geoscience units may enrol in this unit with the permission of the Head of
School.
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
Marine Science
For a major in Marine Science, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points of senior units listed under the major in Marine Geoscience and the major in Marine
Biology, which must include at least 6 credit points of GEOS3XXX and at least 6 credit points BIOL3XXX from the units listed below.
Introduction to Marine Biology P BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology (BIOL/MBLG/EDUH).
N BIOL2918
Introduction to Marine Biology (Adv) P Distinction average in BIOL (1001 or 1911) and 6 additional credit points of Junior Biology
(BIOL/MBLG/EDUH). 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry (or for BSc (Marine Science) students
6 credit points of Junior Chemistry and either an additional 6 credit points of Junior Chemistry
or 6 credit points of Junior Physics. These requirements may be varied and students with lower
averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N BIOL2018, MARS2006, MARS2906, MARS2007, MARS2907
Entry is restricted and selection is made from applicants on the basis of previous performance.
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3906
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS(2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3907
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3908
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3911
ENVI (2111or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
N BIOL3913
or 2915).
9-15 July 2011
ENVI (2111 or 2911) or GEOS (2115 or 2915).
9-15 July 2011
N GEOS3803
146

points
N BIOL3006
N BIOL3007
N BIOL3008
N BIOL3011
N BIOL3013
N GEOS3103
of School
GEOS3017, GEOS3917
MARS2906)))
(Adv) N GEOS3018
Mathematics
For a major in Mathematics, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area.
Applications of Calculus N MATH1111, MATH1001, MATH1901, MATH1906, BIOM1003 Summer Main
MATH1014 3 A HSC Mathematics or MATH1111 Semester 2
Introduction to Linear Algebra N MATH1012, MATH1002, MATH1902
MATH1013 3 A HSC Mathematics or MATH1111 Semester 2
Mathematical Modelling N MATH1003, MATH1903, MATH1907 Summer Main
Biostatistics N MATH1005, MATH1905, STAT1021, STAT1022, ECMT1010, BIOM1003
Differential Calculus N MATH1011, MATH1901, MATH1906, MATH1111 Summer Main
Linear Algebra N MATH1902, MATH1012, MATH1014 Summer Main
MATH1003 3 A HSC Mathematics Extension 2 or MATH1001 or MATH1011 Semester 2
Integral Calculus and Modelling N MATH1013, MATH1903, MATH1907 Summer Main
Discrete Mathematics N MATH1904, MATH2011
147

points
Statistics N MATH1015, MATH1905, STAT1021, STAT1022, ECMT1010 Summer Main
MATH1111 6 A HSC General Mathematics Semester 1
Introduction to Calculus N MATH1001, MATH1901, MATH1011, MATH1906
Students who have previously studied calculus at any level are prohibited from enrolling in this
unit. In particular, students with HSC Mathematics/Extension 1/Extension 2 (or equivalent) are
prohibited.
Differential Calculus (Advanced) in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
Linear Algebra (Advanced) in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
MATH1903 3 A HSC Mathematics Extension 2 or Credit or better in MATH1001 or MATH1901 Semester 2
Integral Calculus and Modelling P HSC Mathematics Extension 2. This requirement may be varied. Students with an interest
Advanced in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
Statistics (Advanced) in mathematics, but without HSC mathematics Extension 2, should consult the unit of study
coordinator.
N MATH1015, MATH1005, STAT1021, STAT1022, ECMT1010
MATH1906 3 P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of at least 98.5 and result in Band E4 HSC Mathematics Extension Semester 1
Mathematics (Special Studies 2; by invitation
Program) A N MATH1111, MATH1001, MATH1011, MATH1901
MATH1907 3 P Distinction in MATH1906; by invitation Semester 2
Mathematics (Special Studies N MATH1003, MATH1013, MATH1903
Program) B Note: Department permission required for enrolment
MATH2061 6 P MATH(1011 or 1001 or 1901 or 1906) and MATH(1014 or 1002 or 1902) and MATH(1003 Semester 1
Linear Mathematics and Vector or 1903 or 1907) Summer Main
Calculus N MATH2001, MATH2901, MATH2002, MATH2902, MATH2961, MATH2067
Math Computing and Nonlinear or 1903 or 1907)
Systems N MATH2003, MATH2903, MATH2006, MATH2906, MATH2963
MATH2069 6 P 6 credit points of Junior level Mathematics Semester 1
Discrete Mathematics and Graph N MATH2011, MATH2009, MATH2969
Theory
MATH2961 6 P MATH (1901 or 1906 or Credit in 1001) and MATH (1902 or Credit in 1002) and MATH (1903 Semester 1
Linear Mathematics & Vector or 1907 or Credit in 1003)
Calculus Adv N MATH2001, MATH2901, MATH2002, MATH2902, MATH2061, MATH2067
Real and Complex Analysis or 1907 or Credit in 1003)
(Advanced) N MATH2007, MATH2907
Math Computing & Nonlinear or 1907 or Credit in 1003)
Systems (Adv) N MATH2003, MATH2903, MATH2006, MATH2906, MATH2063
MATH2969 6 P 9 credit points of Junior Mathematics (advanced level or Credit at the normal level) Semester 1
Discrete Mathematics & Graph Theory N MATH2011, MATH2009, MATH2069
Adv
MATH2916 3 P By invitation, High Distinction average over 12 credit points of Advanced Junior Mathematics Semester 1
Working Seminar A (SSP) Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Partial Differential Equations (Intro) or 1903 or 1907) Summer Main
Number Theory and Cryptography P 6 credit points of Junior level Mathematics
MATH2988 6 P At least 9cp from MATH (1901 or Credit in 1001), MATH (1902 or Credit in 1002), MATH Semester 2
Number Theory and Cryptography (1903 or Credit in 1003), MATH (1904 or Credit in 1004), MATH (1905 or Credit in 1005),
Advanced) MATH1906, MATH1907, MATH (2961 or Credit in MATH2061), MATH2962 or MATH (2969
or Credit in MATH2069).
N MATH2068
Optimisation and Financial P MATH(1011 or 1001 or 1901 or 1906) and MATH(1014 or 1002 or 1902) Summer Main
Mathematics N MATH2010, MATH2033, MATH2933, MATH2970, ECMT3510
MATH2965 6 P MATH (2961 or Credit in 2061) or {MATH (2901 or Credit in 2001) and MATH (2902 or Credit Semester 2
Partial Differential Equations Intro in 2002)}
MATH2968 6 P 9 credit points of Junior Mathematics (advanced level or Credit at normal level) including Semester 2
Algebra (Advanced) (MATH1902 or Credit in MATH1002)
MATH2970 6 A MATH (1903 or 1907) or Credit in MATH1003 Semester 2
Optimisation & Financial Mathematics P MATH (1901 or 1906 or Credit in 1001) and MATH (1902 or Credit in 1002)
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points
MATH2917 3 P By invitation, High Distinction average over 12 credit points of Advanced Junior Mathematics Semester 2
Working Seminar B (SSP) Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Differential Equations and Biomaths P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
N MATH3020, MATH3920, MATH3003, MATH3923, MATH3963
Logic and Foundations N MATH3005
MATH3961 6 A MATH2961 or MATH2962 Semester 1
Metric Spaces (Advanced) P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics units
N MATH3901, MATH3001
Rings, Fields and Galois Theory (Adv) P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
Students are advised to take MATH2968 before attempting this unit.
Differential Equations & Biomaths P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
(Adv) N MATH3020, MATH3920, MATH3003, MATH3923, MATH3063
MATH3974 6 A MATH2961, MATH2965 Semester 1
Fluid Dynamics (Advanced) P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics with average grade of at least Credit
N MATH3914
Geometry and Topology N MATH3001, MATH3006
Algebra and Number Theory N MATH3962, MATH3902, MATH3002, MATH3009
Students are advised to take MATH(2068 or 2968) before attempting this unit.
Information and Coding Theory N MATH3007, MATH3010
Analysis N MATH3008, MATH2007, MATH2907, MATH2962
This unit of study is offered only in odd numbered years.
Financial Mathematics N MATH3975, MATH3015, MATH3933
Complex Analysis with Applications P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
(Adv) N MATH3904, MATH3915
Modules and Group Representations P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics
(Adv) N MATH3906, MATH3907
Differential Geometry (Advanced) level.
P 12 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics, including MATH2961
N MATH3903
This unit of study is offered only in odd numbered years.
Measure Theory & Fourier Analysis level
(Adv) P 12 credit points Intermediate Mathematics
N MATH3909
Financial Mathematics (Advanced) N MATH3933, MATH3015, MATH3075
Lagrangian & Hamiltonian Dynamics N MATH2904, MATH2004, MATH3917
(Adv)
Medicinal Chemistry
For a major in Medicinal chemistry, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points comprising:
(i) PCOL3011/3911 and PCOL3012/3912;and
(ii) 12 credit points from senior Chemistry units of study.
Note that there are intermediate prerquisites for the core senior units of study. Junior and intermediate units of study should be selected to permit progression to
the required senior units of study.
Microbiology
For a major in Microbiology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in the subject area.
149

points
MICR2021 6 P 6cp of Junior Biology and (6cp of MBLG (1001 or 1901) or MBLG2901 or PLNT2001 or Semester 1
Microbial Life PLNT2901) and 6cp of Junior Chemistry
N MICR2921, MICR2024, MICR2001, MICR2901, MICR2003, MICR2007, MICR2011,
MICR2909
Students are very strongly recommended to complete MICR (2021 or 2921 or 2024) before
enrolling in MICR2022 in Semester 2. For progression on to Senior Microbiology units, students
must also complete MBLG (1001 or 1901) or PLNT (2001 or 2901).
MICR2921 6 P (6 credit points of Junior Biology) and (6 credit points of MBLG (1001 or 1901) or MBLG2901 Semester 1
Microbial Life (Advanced) or PLNT2001 or PLNT2901) and 6 credit points of Junior Chemistry. Distinction grade required
in at least one of Junior Biology or MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 or PLNT2001 or PLNT2911.
N MICR2021, MICR2024, MICR2001, MICR2901, MICR2003, MICR2007, MICR2011,
MICR2909
Students are very strongly advised to complete MICR (2021 or 2921 or 2024) before enrolling
in MICR2022 or 2922 in Semester 2. For progression on to Senior Microbiology units, students
must also complete MBLG (1001 or 1901) or PLNT(2001 or 2901).
MICR2022 6 A MICR (2021 or 2921 or 2024 or 2026) Semester 2
Microbes in Society P 6 of Junior Biology and (6 of MBLG (1001 or 1901) or PLNT2001 or PLNT2911) and 6 of
Junior Chemistry
in MICR2022 in Semester 2. For progression on to Senior Microbiology units, students must
also complete MBLG (1001 or 1901) or PLNT (2001 or 2901).
MICR2922 6 A MICR (2021 or 2921 or 2024 or 2026) Semester 2
Microbes in Society (Advanced) P 6 credit points of Junior Biology and (6 credit points of MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 or PLNT2001
or PLNT2901) and 6 credit points of Junior Chemistry. Distinction grade required in at least
one of Junior Biology or MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 or PLNT2001 or PLNT2911
in MICR2922 in Semester 2. For progression on to Senior Microbiology units, students must
also complete MBLG (1001 or 1901) or PLNT (2001 or 2901).
MICR2024 6 P 12 credit points of first year Biology Semester 2
Microbes in the Environment N MICR2001, MICR2901, MICR2003, MICR2007, MICR2011, MICR2021, MICR2921,
MICR2909
or MICR2922).
MICR3032 6 A MICR2021 or equivalent introductory microbiology. Semester 2
Molecular Microbiology Concepts P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and MICR (2022 or 2922 or 2002 or 2902). For BMedSc
students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED (2802, 2807 and 2808).
For BScAgr students: PLNT (2001 or 2901) and MICR2024.
N MICR3932
Students undertaking a major in microbiology must take MICR3042 or MICR3942.
Molecular Microbiology Concepts P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and Distinction in MICR (2022 or 2922 or 2002 or
(Adv) 2902). For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED
(2802 or 2807 or 2808) with a Distinction in one of these three. For BScAgr students: PLNT
C Students undertaking a major in microbiology must take MICR3042 or MICR3942.
N MICR3032
Molecular Microbiology Research P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and MICR (2022 or 2922 or 2002 or 2902). For BMedSc
Skills students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED (2802, 2807 and 2808).
For BScAgr students: PLNT (2001 or 2901) and MICR2024.
C MICR3032 or MICR3932
Molecular Micro Research Skills (Adv) P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and Distinction in MICR (2022 or 2922 or 2002 or
2902). For BMedSc students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED
(2802 or 2807 or 2808) with a Distinction in one of these three. For BScAgr students: PLNT
C MICR3X32
Virology P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and at least 6 credit points in Intermediate MICR or
BCHM or BIOL or IMMU or PCOL or PHSI or PLNT units. For BMedSc students: 42 credit
points of Intermediate BMED units including BMED2802. For BScAgr students: PLNT (2001
or 2901) and MICR2024.
N VIRO3901
Virology (Advanced) P At least 6 credit points of MBLG units and at least 6 credit points including one Distinction
in Intermediate MICR or BCHM or BIOL or IMMU or PCOL or PHSI or PLNT units. For BMedSc
students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units including Distinction in BMED2802. For
BScAgr students: PLNT (2001 or 2901) and MICR2024 including one Distinction.
N VIRO3001
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points
VIRO3002 6 A Intermediate microbiology, immunology, molecular biology and genetics. Semester 2
Medical and Applied Virology P 6 CP MBLG units and at least 6 CP from Intermediate MICR or BCHM or BIOL or IMMU or
PCOL or PHSI units. For BMedSc Students: 42 credit points of Intermediate BMED units
including BMED2807.
Students are very strongly recommended to complete VIRO(3001 or 3901) before enrolling in
VIRO3002 Medical and Applied Virology in Semester 2.
VIRO3902 6 P VIRO3001 (Distinction) or VIRO3901 (Credit) Semester 2
Medical and Applied Virology N VIRO3002
(Advanced)
Molecular Biology and Genetics

It is not possible to obtain a major in Molecular Biology and Genetics. However, Molecular Biology and Genetics units of study are highly recommended to be
studied in conjunction with all Life Science subject areas. They are particularly relevant to students intending to major in Biology, Biochemistry or Microbiology.
Junior unit of study
invitation
MBLG2071 6 P MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 and 12 CP of Junior Chemistry. Semester 1
Molecular Biology and Genetics A N MBLG2971, MBLG2771, MBLG2871, MBLG2001, MBLG2101, MBLG2901, MBLG2111,
AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901
Students enrolled in the combined BAppSc (Exercise and Sport Science)/BSc(Nutrition) must
have completed all Junior units for this course (CHEM1101, BACH1161, BIOS1159, EXSS1018
CHEM1102, BIOS1133, BIOS1160, EXSS1033, MBLG1001) prior to enrolling in this unit.
MBLG2971 6 P 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and Distinction in MBLG (1001 or 1901) Semester 1
(Adv) AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901
have completed all Junior units for this course prior to enrolling in this unit.
MBLG2072 6 A One of MBLG2071, MBLG2971 Semester 2
Molecular Biology and Genetics B P BIOL (1001 or 1003 or 1911 or 1903) and MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 credit points of
Junior Chemistry
N MBLG2972
MBLG2972 6 A MBLG2071 or MBLG2971 Semester 2
Molecular Biology and Genetics B P BIOL(1001 or 1911 or 1003 or 1903) and MBLG(1001 or 1901) and 12 credit points of Junior
(Adv) Chemistry and a Distinction in MBLG(2071 or 2971); or a Distinction in MBLG(1001 or 1901)
and 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry, and a Distinction average in all Junior Science units
of study undertaken.
N MBLG2072
Nanoscience and Technology

A major in Nanoscience and Technology requires 24 credit points of study at senior level taken from the following:
- Materials Chemistry (CHEM3112 or CHEM3912)
- Membranes, Self-Assembly & Surfaces (CHEM3116 or 3916)
- Senior Physics units containing the Nanoscience lecture module (PHYS 3063/3963, 3064/3964 or 3067/3967)
- Quantum Mechanics, Condensed Matter and Physics Laboratory (PHYS3060/3960)
- Mechanics of Solids 2 (MECH3361)
- Materials (MECH3362)
Materials Chemistry N CHEM3912
Materials Chemistry (Adv) (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
N CHEM3112
Membranes, Self Assembly and N CHEM3916
Surfaces
Membranes, Self Assembly & (2402 or 2912 or 2916).
Surfaces(Adv) N CHEM3116
PHYS3063 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) and MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 2
Cond. Matter C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Physics/Nanoscience/Optics N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3054,
PHYS3954, PHYS3055, PHYS3955, PHYS3056, PHYS3956, PHYS3057, PHYS3957,
PHYS3065, PHYS3965, PHYS3066, PHYS3966, PHYS3067 PHYS3967, PHYS3068,
PHYS3979, PHYS3080, PHYS3980, PHYS3081, PHYS3981, PHYS3082, PHYS3982
151

points
PHYS3963 6 P Credit in PHYS (2011 or 2911) and Credit in PHYS (2012 or 2912) and MATH (2061 or 2961 Semester 2
Cond Matter or 2067)
Phys/Nanoscience/Optics(Adv) C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3054,
PHYS3064 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) and PHYS (2013 or 2913) Semester 2
Cond. C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophysics N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3054, PHYS3954, PHYS3055,
PHYS3964 6 P Credit in PHYS (2011 or 2911) and Credit in PHYS (2012 or 2912) and PHYS (2013 or 2913) Semester 2
Cond. C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophys.(Adv) N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3054, PHYS3954, PHYS3055,
PHYS3067 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) Semester 2
Cond.Matter C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Physics/Nanoscience/Lab N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3054, PHYS3954, PHYS3055,
PHYS3080, PHYS3980, PHYS3081, PHYS3981
PHYS3967 6 P Credit in PHYS (2011 or 2911) and Credit in PHYS (2012 or 2912) Semester 2
Cond.Matter Phys./Nanoscience/Lab C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
(Adv) N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3054, PHYS3954, PHYS3055,
PHYS3060 6 P PHYS(2011 or 2911); PHYS(2012 or 2912); MATH(2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 2
Quantum Mechanics & Physics Lab N PHYS3960, PHYS3961, PHYS3062, PHYS3962
PHYS3960 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit and PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit and Semester 2
Quantum Mechanics and Physics Lab MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
(Adv) N PHYS3060, PHYS3961, PHYS3062, PHYS3962
MECH3361 6 P AMME2301 and AMME 2302 Semester 2
Mechanics of Solids 2
MECH3362 6 A This subject requires you to have two important skills to bring in: (1) A good understanding Semester 1
Materials 2 of basic knowledge and principles of material science and engineering from AMME2302
Materials I and mechanics of solids for simple structural elements (in tension, bending, torsion)
from AMME2301 ; (2) Reasonable mathematical skills in calculation of stresses and strains in
simple structural elements.
P AMME2301 and AMME2302
Neuroscience
For a major in Neuroscience, students are required to complete at least 24 credit points of the senior elective units of study listed below. At least two subject areas
must be chosen from NEUR, PSYC and PCOL.
Intermediate elective units of study
The following intermediate units are recommended: ANAT2010, MBLG2071/2971 or MBLG2072/2972, PCOL2011, PCOL2012, PHSI2005/2905, PHSI2006/2906,
PSYC2011, PSYC2013.
ANAT2010 6 A Background in basic cell biology and basic mammalian biology. Semester 2
Concepts of Neuroanatomy P BIOL (1003 or 1903) and one of: ANAT2008 or BIOL (1002 or 1902) or MBLG(1001 or 1901
or 2071 or 2971) or PSYC (1001 and 1002). Students must have a grade of credit in at least
one of the prerequisite units.
N ANAT2003
MBLG2071 6 P MBLG1001 or MBLG1901 and 12 CP of Junior Chemistry. Semester 1
AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901
have completed all Junior units for this course (CHEM1101, BACH1161, BIOS1159, EXSS1018
CHEM1102, BIOS1133, BIOS1160, EXSS1033, MBLG1001) prior to enrolling in this unit.
MBLG2971 6 P 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry and Distinction in MBLG (1001 or 1901) Semester 1
(Adv) AGCH2001, BCHM2001, BCHM2101, BCHM2901
have completed all Junior units for this course prior to enrolling in this unit.
MBLG2072 6 A One of MBLG2071, MBLG2971 Semester 2
Molecular Biology and Genetics B P BIOL (1001 or 1003 or 1911 or 1903) and MBLG (1001 or 1901) and 12 credit points of
Junior Chemistry
N MBLG2972
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points
MBLG2972 6 A MBLG2071 or MBLG2971 Semester 2
Molecular Biology and Genetics B P BIOL(1001 or 1911 or 1003 or 1903) and MBLG(1001 or 1901) and 12 credit points of Junior
(Adv) Chemistry and a Distinction in MBLG(2071 or 2971); or a Distinction in MBLG(1001 or 1901)
and 12 credit points of Junior Chemistry, and a Distinction average in all Junior Science units
of study undertaken.
N MBLG2072
PCOL2011 6 P (6 credit points of Junior Chemistry) and (6 credit points of Junior Biology or MBLG (1001 Semester 1
Pharmacology Fundamentals or 1901)).
N PCOL2001
PCOL2012 6 A PCOL2011 Semester 2
Pharmacology: Drugs and People P (6 credit points of Junior Chemistry) and (6 credit points of Junior Biology or MBLG (1001
or 1901)).
N PCOL2002, PCOL2003
PHSI2005 6 P 6 credit points of Junior Chemistry plus 30 credit points from any Junior Chemistry, Physics, Semester 1
Integrated Physiology A Mathematics, Biology, Psychology units of study
N PHSI2905, PHSI2001, PHSI2101, PHSI2901
The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units of study is highly recommended for progression
to Senior Physiology. Students taking combined degrees or with passes in units not listed
should consult a coordinator if they do not meet the prerequisites.
Integrated Physiology A (Advanced) Mathematics, Biology, Psychology units of study, approval of Coordinator
Permission from the coordinators is required for entry into this course. It is available only to
selected students who have achieved a WAM of 75 (or higher) in their Junior units of study.
Students taking combined degrees or with passes in units not listed should consult a coordinator
if they do not meet the prerequisites. The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units of study
is highly recommended for progression to Senior Physiology
PSYC2011 6 P PSYC (1001 and 1002). Semester 1
Brain and Behaviour N PSYC2111
Cognitive and Social Psychology N PSYC2113
For a major in Neuroscience, 24 credit points must be chosen from any of the following units: PCOL3022/3922, NEUR3001/3901, NEUR3002/3902, NEUR3003/3903,
NEUR3004/3904, PSYC3011, PSYC3013, PSYC3014, PSYC3018
At least two subject areas must be chosen from NEUR, PSYC and PCOL.
PCOL3022 6 P PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or 36 credit points from intermediate BMED units of study. Semester 2
Neuropharmacology N PCOL3002, PCOL3902, PCOL3922
PCOL3922 6 P Distinction average in PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or 36 credit points from intermediate Semester 2
Neuropharmacology (Advanced) BMED units of study.
N PCOL3002, PCOL3902, PCOL3022
MBLG.
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points
and NEUR3002/3902.
for enrollment.
and NEUR3002/3902.
for enrolment.
PSYC3011 6 A PSYC (2012 or 2112) Semester 1
Learning and Behaviour P PSYC (2011 or 2111) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit from PSYC (2012
or 2112), PSYC (2013 or 2113), PSYC (2014 or 2114).
N PSYC3209
Cognition, Language and Thought P PSYC (2013 or 2113) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology unit from PSYC (2011
or 2111), PSYC (2012 or 2112), PSYC (2014 or 2114).
N PSYC3205
PSYC3013 6 A PSYC2012 Semester 2
Perceptual Systems P PSYC (2011 or 2111) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit from PSYC (2012
or 2112), PSYC (2013 or 2113), PSYC (2014 or 2114) or ANAT2010
N PSYC3210
Behavioural and Cognitive P (PSYC (2011 or 2111) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit from PSYC
Neuroscience (2012 or 2112), PSYC (2013 or 2113), PSYC (2014 or 2114)) OR (ANAT2010 plus PCOL2011)
N PSYC3204, PSYC3215
Pharmacology
For a major in Pharmacology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area.
The completion of MBLG(1001 or 1901) is highly recommended.
PCOL2011 6 P (6 credit points of Junior Chemistry) and (6 credit points of Junior Biology or MBLG (1001 Semester 1
Pharmacology Fundamentals or 1901)).
N PCOL2001
PCOL2012 6 A PCOL2011 Semester 2
Pharmacology: Drugs and People P (6 credit points of Junior Chemistry) and (6 credit points of Junior Biology or MBLG (1001
or 1901)).
N PCOL2002, PCOL2003
PCOL3011 6 P PCOL2001 or PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or 42 credit points from Intermediate BMED units Semester 1
Toxicology of study.
PCOL3012 6 P PCOL2001 or PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or 42 credit points from Intermediate BMED units Semester 1
Drug Design and Development of study.
PCOL3911 6 P Distinction average in PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or Distinction average in 42 credit points Semester 1
Toxicology (Advanced) from Intermediate BMED units of study.
PCOL3912 6 P Distinction average in PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or Distinction average in 42 credit points Semester 1
Drug Design and Development (Adv) from Intermediate BMED units of study.
Drug Therapy N PCOL3002, PCOL3902, PCOL3921
Neuropharmacology N PCOL3002, PCOL3902, PCOL3922
PCOL3921 6 P Distinction average in PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or in 36 credit points from intermediate Semester 2
Drug Therapy (Advanced) BMED units of study.
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points
PCOL3922 6 P Distinction average in PCOL2011 and PCOL2012 or 36 credit points from intermediate Semester 2
Neuropharmacology (Advanced) BMED units of study.
Physics
For a major in Physics, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area which must include:
(i) One semester 1 Core unit (PHYS3040, 3940 or 3941)
(ii) One semester 2 Core unit (PHYS3060, 3960 or 3961)
(iii) Two other non-over-lapping Options units (chosen from PHYS30XX and 39XX)
Note that one Senior Computational Science unit (COSC3011, 3911, 3012 or 3912) may be included in a Physics major as one of the options.
PHYS1001 6 A HSC Physics Semester 1
Physics 1 (Regular) C Recommended concurrent Units of Study: MATH (1001/1901, 1002/1902)
N PHYS1002, PHYS1901, EDUH1017
PHYS1002 6 A No assumed knowledge of Physics Semester 1
Physics 1 (Fundamentals) C Recommended concurrent Units of Study: MATH (1001/1901, 1002/1902)
PHYS1901 6 P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of at least 96, or HSC Physics result in Band 6, or PHYS1902, or Semester 1
Physics 1A (Advanced) Distinction or better in PHYS (1003 or 1004) or an equivalent unit.
C Recommended concurrent Units of Study: MATH (1001/1901,1002/1902).
PHYS1003 6 A HSC Physics or PHYS (1001 or 1002 or 1901) or equivalent. Semester 2
Physics 1 (Technological) C Recommended concurrent Units of Study: MATH (1003/1903), MATH (1005/1905).
N PHYS1004, PHYS1902
It is recommended that PHYS (1001 or 1002 or 1901) be completed before this unit
PHYS1004 6 A HSC Physics or PHYS (1001 or 1002 or 1901) or equivalent. Semester 2
Physics 1 (Environmental & Life C Recommended concurrent Units of Study: MATH (1003/1903), MATH (1005/1905).
Science) N PHYS1003, PHYS1902
PHYS1902 6 P UAI (or ATAR equivalent) of at least 96, or HSC Physics result in Band 6, or PHYS1901, or Semester 2
Physics 1B (Advanced) Distinction or better in PHYS (1001 or 1002) or an equivalent unit.
C Recommended concurrent unit of study: MATH (1003/1903), MATH (1005/1905).
N PHYS1003, PHYS1004
PHYS1500 6 A No assumed knowledge of Physics. Semester 2
Astronomy
PHYS2011 6 A MATH (1001/1901 and 1002/1902 and 1003/1903). MATH (1005/1905) would also be useful Semester 1
Physics 2A P 12 credit points of Junior Physics (excluding PHYS1500)
N PHYS2001, PHYS2901, PHYS2911, PHYS2213, PHYS2203
Physics 2A (Advanced) P Credit or better in PHYS (1901 or 1001 or 1002) and Credit or better in PHYS (1902 or 1003
or 1004).
N PHYS2901, PHYS2001, PHYS2011, PHYS2101, PHYS2103, PHYS2213, PHYS2203
Physics 2B P PHYS (1003 or 1004 or 1902) and PHYS (1001 or 1002 or 1901 or or 2011 or 2911)
PHYS2013 6 A MATH (1001/1901 and 1002/1902 and 1003/1903). MATH 1005/1905 would also be useful Semester 2
Astrophysics and Relativity P PHYS (1003 or 1004 or 1902) and PHYS (1001 or 1002 or 1901 or 2011 or 2911)
C PHYS (2012 or 2912)
PHYS2912 6 A MATH (1001/1901 and 1002/1902 and 1003/1903). MATH 1005/1905 would also be useful Semester 2
Physics 2B (Advanced) P Credit or better in PHYS (1003 or 1004 or 1902) and Credit or better in PHYS (1001 or 1002
or 1901 or 2001 or 2901 or 2011 or 2911).
PHYS2913 6 A MATH (1001/1901 and 1002/1902 and 1003/1903). MATH 1005/1905 would also be useful. Semester 2
Astrophysics and Relativity P Credit or better in PHYS (1003 or 1004 or 1902) and Credit or better in PHYS (1001 or 1002
(Advanced) or 1901 or 2011 or 2911)
C PHYS (2912 or 2012).
PHYS3015 6 A 6 credit points of Intermediate Mathematics Semester 1
Topics in Senior Physics A P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS (2012 or 2912)
Topics in Senior Physics A P Credit in PHYS (2011 or 2911) and Credit in PHYS (2012 or 2912)
(Advanced) Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Topics in Senior Physics B P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS (2012 or 2912)
Topics in Senior Physics B Note: Department permission required for enrolment
(Advanced)
PHYS3040 6 P PHYS(2011 or 2911), PHYS(2012 or 2912), MATH(2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 1
Electromagnetism and Physics Lab N PHYS3940, PHYS3941
155

points
PHYS3940 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with a grade of at least Credit; PHYS (2012 or 2912) with a grade of Semester 1
Electromagnetism and Physics Lab at least Credit; MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
PHYS3914, PHYS3916, PHYS3917
PHYS3941 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit; PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit; MATH Semester 1
Electromagnetism & Special Project (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
(Adv) N PHYS3040, PHYS3940, PHYS3961, PHYS3011, PHYS3911, PHYS3918, PHYS3928
Approval for this unit must be obtained from the School of Physics Senior Coordinator.
PHYS3046 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS (2012 or 2912) Semester 1
Thermodynamics/Biophys/High N PHYS3946, PHYS3047, PHYS3947, PHYS3048, PHYS3948, PHYS3049, PHYS3949,
Energy Phys. PHYS3051, PHYS3951, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3055,
PHYS3079, PHYS3979, PHYS3080, PHYS3980, PHYS3082, PHYS3982
Thermodynamics/Biophys/High N PHYS3046, PHYS3047, PHYS3947, PHYS3048, PHYS3948, PHYS3049, PHYS3949,
Energy (Adv) PHYS3051, PHYS3951, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3055,
PHYS3047 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS (2012 or 2912) and MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 1
Thermodynamics/Plasma/High C PHYS (3040 or 3940 or 3941)
Energy Phys. N PHYS3046, PHYS3946, PHYS3947, PHYS3048, PHYS3948, PHYS3049, PHYS3949,
Thermodynamics/Plasma/High or 2067)
Energy (Adv) C PHYS (3040 or 3940 or 3941)
PHYS3048 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS (2012 or 2912) and MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 1
Thermodynamics/Plasma C PHYS (3040 or 3940 or 3941)
Physics/Lab N PHYS3046, PHYS3946, PHYS3047, PHYS3947, PHYS3948, PHYS3049, PHYS3949,
PHYS3078, PHYS3978
Thermodynamics/Plasma or 2067)
Physics/Lab (Adv) C PHYS (3040 or 3940 or 3941)
PHYS3078, PHYS3978
PHYS3049 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS (2012 or 2912) Semester 1
Thermodynamics/High Energy N PHYS3046, PHYS3946, PHYS3947, PHYS3947, PHYS3048, PHYS3948, PHYS3949,
Physics/Lab PHYS3051, PHYS3951, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3054,
PHYS3982
Thermodynamics/High Energy N PHYS3046, PHYS3946, PHYS3947, PHYS3947, PHYS3048, PHYS3948, PHYS3049,
Phys/Lab(Adv) PHYS3051, PHYS3951, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3054,
PHYS3982
PHYS3051 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911); PHYS (2012 or 2912) Semester 1
Thermodynamics/Biophysics & Lab N PHYS3046, PHYS3946, PHYS3047, PHYS3947, PHYS3048, PHYS3948, PHYS3049,
PHYS3059, PHYS3959
PHYS3951 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit; PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit Semester 1
Thermodynamics/Biophysics & Lab N PHYS3046, PHYS3946, PHYS3047, PHYS3947, PHYS3048, PHYS3948, PHYS3049,
(Adv) PHYS3949, PHYS3051, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3055,
PHYS3059, PHYS3959
156

points
PHYS3059 6 A Electromagnetism at Senior Physics level; MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 1
Plasma P PHYS (2011 or 2911); PHYS (2012 or 2912)
Physics/Thermodynamics/Biophysics C PHYS3040 or PHYS3940 or PHYS3941
PHYS3078, PHYS3978
PHYS3959 6 A Electromagnetism at Senior Physics level Semester 1
Plasma P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit; PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit; MATH
Phys./Thermodynamics/Biophys(Adv) (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
C PHYS3040 or PHYS3940 or PHYS3941
PHYS3972, PHYS3073,3973, PHYS3076, PHYS, PHYS3976, PHYS3077, PHYS3977,
PHYS3078, PHYS3978
PHYS3073 6 A Electromagnetism at Senior Physics level. Semester 1
Plasma/High Energy Physics & Lab P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS (2012 or 2912) and MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
C PHYS (3040 or 3940 or 3941)
PHYS3082, PHYS3982
PHYS3973 6 A Electromagnetism at Senior Physics level Semester 1
Plasma/High Energy Physics & Lab P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit and PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit and
(Adv) MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
C PHYS (3040 or 3940 or 3941)
PHYS3082, PHYS3982
PHYS3060 6 P PHYS(2011 or 2911); PHYS(2012 or 2912); MATH(2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 2
Quantum Mechanics & Physics Lab N PHYS3960, PHYS3961, PHYS3062, PHYS3962
PHYS3960 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit and PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit and Semester 2
Quantum Mechanics and Physics Lab MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
(Adv) N PHYS3060, PHYS3961, PHYS3062, PHYS3962
PHYS3961 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit; PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit; MATH Semester 2
Quantum Mechanics & Special (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
Project(Adv) N PHYS3060, PHYS3960, PHYS3062, PHYS3962
Approval for this unit must be obtained from the School of Physics Senior Coordinator.
PHYS3068 6 A Electromagnetism and Quantum Mechanics at Senior Physics level Semester 2
Condensed Matter P PHYS (2011 or 2911); PHYS (2012 or 2912); MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
Physics/Optics/Lab N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3056, PHYS3956, PHYS3058,
PHYS3968 6 A Electromagnetism and Quantum Mechanics at Senior Physics level Semester 2
Condensed Matter P PHYS (2011 or 2911) with at least Credit; PHYS (2012 or 2912) with at least Credit; MATH
Physics/Optics/Lab(Adv) (2061 or 2961 or 2067)
C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
PHYS3063 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) and MATH (2061 or 2961 or 2067) Semester 2
Cond. Matter C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Physics/Nanoscience/Optics N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3053, PHYS3953, PHYS3054,
Cond Matter or 2067)
Phys/Nanoscience/Optics(Adv) C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
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points
PHYS3064 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) and PHYS (2013 or 2913) Semester 2
Cond. C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophysics N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3054, PHYS3954, PHYS3055,
PHYS3964 6 P Credit in PHYS (2011 or 2911) and Credit in PHYS (2012 or 2912) and PHYS (2013 or 2913) Semester 2
Cond. C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophys.(Adv) N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3054, PHYS3954, PHYS3055,
PHYS3065 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) and PHYS (2013 or 2913) and MATH (2061 Semester 2
Condensed or 2961 or 2067)
Matter/Optics/Astrophysics C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
PHYS3980, PHYS3081, PHYS3981, PHYS3082, PHYS3982
PHYS3965 6 P Credit in (PHYS2011 or PHYS2911) and Credit in (PHYS2012 or PHYS2912) and (PHYS2013 Semester 2
Condensed Matter/Optics/Astrophys. or 2913) and (MATH2061 or MATH2961 or MATH2067)
(Adv) C PHYS3060 or PHYS3960 or PHYS3961
PHYS3980, PHYS3081, PHYS3981, PHYS3082, PHYS3982
PHYS3066 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) and PHYS (2013 or 2913) and MATH (2061 Semester 2
Optics/Astrophysics/Physics Lab or 2961 or 2067)
PHYS3082, PHYS3982
PHYS3966 6 P Credit in (PHYS2011 or PHYS2911) and Credit in (PHYS2012 or PHYS2912) and (PHYS2013 Semester 2
Optics/Astrophysics/Physics Lab or PHYS2913) and (MATH2061 or MATH2961 or MATH2067)
PHYS3082, PHYS3982
PHYS3067 6 P PHYS (2011 or 2911) and PHYS(2012 or 2912) Semester 2
Cond.Matter C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Physics/Nanoscience/Lab N PHYS3050, PHYS3950, PHYS3052, PHYS3952, PHYS3054, PHYS3954, PHYS3055,
Cond.Matter Phys./Nanoscience/Lab C PHYS (3060 or 3960 or 3961)
Scientific Computing P 12 credit points chosen from Junior Mathematics and Statistics, 12 credit points of
Intermediate units in Science subject areas.
Scientific Computing (Advanced) P 12 credit points chosen from Junior Mathematics and Statistics, 12 credit points of
Intermediate units in Science subject areas with a credit average.
Physiology
for a major in Physiology, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area.
Integrated Physiology A Mathematics, Biology, Psychology units of study
The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units of study is highly recommended for progression
158

points
Integrated Physiology A (Advanced) Mathematics, Biology, Psychology units of study, approval of Coordinator
if they do not meet the prerequisites. The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units of study
is highly recommended for progression to Senior Physiology
Integrated Physiology B Mathematics, Biology, Psychology units of study
The completion of Molecular Biology and Genetics (Intro) is highly recommended for progression
Integrated Physiology B (Advanced) Mathematics, Biology, Psychology units of study, approval of coordinator
if they do not meet the prerequisite. The completion of Molecular Biology and Genetics (Intro)
is highly recommended for progression to Senior Physiology.
BMED (2801 and 2802).
C PHSI3005
C PHSI3905
MBLG.
Heart and Circulation: Normal P Except for BMedSc students: PHSI(2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) plus at least 12
Function credit points of intermediate Science Units of Study For BMedSc: BMED (2801 and 2803).
It is recommended that students take PHSI3007 ONLY in combination with PHSI3008.
Heart & Circulation: Normal Function P Except for BMedSc students: PHSI(2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) plus at least 12
Adv credit points of intermediate Science Units of Study For BMedSc: BMED (2801 and 2803).
Available to selected students who have achieved an average of at least 75 in their prerequisite
units of study. It is highly recommended that this unit of study be taken in combination with
PHSI3908.
159

points
Heart and Circulation: Dysfunction P Except for BMedSc students: PHSI(2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) plus at least 12
credit points of intermediate Science Units of Study For BMedSc: BMED (2801 and 2803)
It is strongly recommended that students take PHSI3008 ONLY in combination with PHSI3007
Heart & Circulation: Dysfunction Adv P Except for BMedSc students: PHSI(2005 or 2905) and PHSI(2006 or 2906) plus at least 12
credit points of intermediate Science Units of Study For BMedSc: BMED (2801 and 2803).
Available to selected students who have achieved an average of at least 75 in their prerequisite
units of study. It is highly recommended that this unit of study be taken ONLY in combination
with PHSI3907 or PHSI3007.
and NEUR3002/3902.
for enrollment.
and NEUR3002/3902.
for enrolment.
Plant Science
for a major in Plant Science, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed in this subject area, including a minimum of 12 credit
points of senior PLNT units.
PLNT2001 6 P 12 Junior credit points from Chemistry and Biology (or with the Dean's permission BIOL1201 Semester 1
Plant Biochemistry and Molecular and BIOL1202)
Biology N PLNT2901, AGCH2004
PLNT2901 6 P Distinction average in 12 Junior credit points from Chemistry and Biology (or with the Dean's Semester 1
Plant Biochem & Molecular Biology permission BIOL1201 and BIOL1202)
(Adv) N PLNT2001, AGCH2004
PLNT2002 6 P 6 credit points of a Junior unit of study Semester 1
Aust Flora: Ecology and N PLNT2902
Conservation
PLNT2902 6 A The contents of BIOL(1002 or 1902) is assumed knowledge. Students wishing to enroll in Semester 1
Aust Flora: Ecology & Conservation Intermediate Biology (BIOL) and Plant Science (PLNT) units of study using BIOL(1003 or 1903)
(Adv) will need to do some preparatory reading
P Distinction average in 6 credit points of Junior units of study
N PLNT2002
Plant Form and Function and BIOL (1002 or 1902 or 1003 or 1903)
Plant Form and Function (Advanced) and BIOL (1002 or 1902 or 1003 or 1903)
PLNT3001 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology, Plant Science, Molecular Biology and Genetics or Semester 2
Plant, Cell and Environment equivalent
N PLNT3901
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points
PLNT3901 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology, Plant Science, Molecular Biology and Genetics or Semester 2
Plant, Cell and Environment equivalent with average grade of distinction
(Advanced) N PLNT3001
PLNT3002 6 P 12 credit points of intermediate PLNT, BIOL, AGCH or CROP units of study including at Semester 2
Plant Growth and Development least one of PLNT2001, PLNT2901, PLNT2003, PLNT2903, BIOL2016, BIOL2916, BIOL2003,
BIOL2903, BIOL2006, BIOL2906, CROP2001, AGCH2002 or equivalent
N PLNT3902, BIOL3021, BIOL3931
PLNT3902 6 P 12 credit points of intermediate PLNT, BIOL, AGCH or CROP units of study including at Semester 2
Plant Growth and Development least one of PLNT2001, PLNT2901, PLNT2003, PLNT2903, BIOL2016, BIOL2916, BIOL2003,
(Advanced) BIOL2903, BIOL2006, BIOL2906, CROP2001, AGCH2002 or equivalent. These requirements
may be varied and students with lower averages should consult the unit Executive Officer.
N PLNT3002, BIOL3021, BIOL3931
PLNT3003 6 P 6 credit points of any Intermediate unit of study from BIOL, PLNT, LWSC, HORT, GEOS, Semester 1
Systematics and Evolution of Plants GEOG, ENVI, SOIL.
N PLNT3903
PLNT3903 6 P Distinction average in 6 credit points of any Intermediate unit of study from BIOL, PLNT, Semester 1
Systematics and Evolution of Plants LWSC, HORT, GEOS, GEOG, ENVI, SOIL. These requirements may be varied and students
Adv with lower averages should consult the Unit Executive Officer.
N PLNT3003
Terrestrial Field Ecology P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology or ANSC2004 and BIOM2001.
N BIOL3909
One 6 day field trip held in the pre-semester break (17 - 22 July 2011), and 4x4 hr practical
Terrestrial Field Ecology (Advanced) P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology or ANSC2004 and BIOM2001
N BIOL3009
One 6 day field trip held in the pre-semester break (17 - 22 July 2011) and 4x4 hr practical
BIOL3017 6 P 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology or Plant Science, or 6 credit points of Intermediate S1 Intensive
Fungi in the Environment Biology, or Plant Science, and 6 Intermediate credit points of either Microbiology or Geography.
N BIOL3917
Dates: 14-25 February 2011. The completion of 6 credit points of MBLG units is highly
recommended.
BIOL3917 6 P Distinction average in 12 credit points of Intermediate Biology and Plant Science, or 6 credit S1 Intensive
Fungi in the Environment (Advanced) points of Intermediate Biology, or Plant Science, and 6 Intermediate credit points of either
Microbiology or Geography.
N BIOL3017
PPAT3003 6 P MICR2024 Semester 1
Plant Disease
PPAT4004 6 P PPAT3003 Semester 1
Advanced Mycology and Plant
Pathology
PPAT4005 6 P MICR2024 or 6cp intermediate microbiology Semester 1
Soil Biology
HORT3005 6 A AFNR1001, AFNR1002 and HORT2002 Semester 1
Production Horticulture P Two of PLNT2001, PLNT2901, PLNT2002, PLNT2902, PLNT2003, PLNT2903
Psychology
For a major in Psychology, the minimum requirement is 48 credit points across intermediate and senior psychology* units of study including PSYC (2111 or 2011),
PSYC (2112 or 2012), PSYC (2113 or 2013) and PSYC (2114 or 2014). No other intermediate psychology units can be counted towards the major. You must
complete at least 24 (30 for BPsych) credit points of Senior Psychology for a major. The senior units must include PSYC3018 and at least one of PSYC3011, 3012,
3013 and 3014. Students who want to be eligible for entry to the Honours program must also include PSYC3010.
*Note: HPSC3023 Psychology & Psychiatry: History & Phil is available for senior Psychology students and will count towards a major in Psychology. Successful
completion of this unit of study is essential for students intending to take the Theoretical Thesis option in Psychology Honours.
PSYC1001 6 Semester 1
Psychology 1001 Summer Main
Psychology 1002 Summer Main
Brain and Behaviour N PSYC2111
PSYC2012 6 A Recommended: HSC Mathematics, any level Semester 1
Statistics & Research Methods for P PSYC (1001 and 1002).
Psych N PSYC2112
Cognitive and Social Psychology N PSYC2113
PSYC2014 6 P PSYC (1001 and 1002) Semester 2
Personality and Intelligence 1 N PSYC2114
Learning and Behaviour P PSYC (2011 or 2111) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit from PSYC (2012
or 2112), PSYC (2013 or 2113), PSYC (2014 or 2114).
N PSYC3209
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points
Cognition, Language and Thought P PSYC (2013 or 2113) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology unit from PSYC (2011
or 2111), PSYC (2012 or 2112), PSYC (2014 or 2114).
N PSYC3205
PSYC3015 6 A PSYC(2012 or 2112); PSYC(2013 or 2113) Semester 1
Personality and Intelligence 2 P PSYC(2014 or 2114) and PSYC(2011 or 2111 or 2012 or 2112 or 2013 or 2113)
PSYC3016 6 P PSYC (2013 or 2113) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology unit from PSYC (2011 Semester 2
Developmental Psychology or 2111), PSYC (2012 or 2112), PSYC (2014 or 2114).
N PSYC3206
PSYC3017 6 A PSYC (2012 or 2112). Semester 1
Social Psychology P PSYC (2013 or 2113) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit of Study from
PSYC (2011 or 2111), PSYC (2012 or 2112), PSYC (2014 or 2114).
N PSYC3212
HPSC3023 6 A Basic knowledge about the history of modern science as taught in HPSC2100 AND the Semester 1
Psychology & Psychiatry: History & principles of philosophy of science as taught in HPSC2101 OR knowledge of the various
Phil sub-disciplines within Psychology.
P (at least 12 credit points of intermediate HPSC Units of study) OR (a CR or above in one
HPSC intermediate Unit of Study) OR (12 intermediate credit points in psychology).
N PSYC3202
PSYC3010 6 P PSYC (2012 or 2112) plus at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit of Study from Semester 2
Advanced Statistics for Psychology PSYC (2011 or 2111), PSYC (2013 or 2113), PSYC (2014 or 2114).
N PSYC3201
PSYC3013 6 A PSYC2012 Semester 2
Perceptual Systems P PSYC (2011 or 2111) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit from PSYC (2012
or 2112), PSYC (2013 or 2113), PSYC (2014 or 2114) or ANAT2010
N PSYC3210
Behavioural and Cognitive P (PSYC (2011 or 2111) and at least one other Intermediate Psychology Unit from PSYC
Neuroscience (2012 or 2112), PSYC (2013 or 2113), PSYC (2014 or 2114)) OR (ANAT2010 plus PCOL2011)
N PSYC3204, PSYC3215
PSYC3018 6 A PSYC(2012 or 2112) and PSYC(2014 or 2114) Semester 1
Abnormal Psychology P At least two intermediate Psychology units of study from PSYC (2011 or 2111), PSYC (2012
or 2112), PSYC (2013 or 2113) and PSYC(2014 or 2114)
N PSYC3203
PSYC3020 6 P 12 credit points of junior psychology and 12 credit points in Intermediate Psychology Semester 2
Applications of Psychological N PSYC3019
Science
Soil Science
For a major in soil science, the minimum requirement is completion of ENVX3001,SOIL3009, SOIL3010 and one of (AGCH3032 or LWSC3007 or PPAT4005)
SOIL2003 6 Semester 1
Soil Properties and Processes
SOIL2004 6 Semester 2
The Soil Resource
LWSC2002 6 A AFNR1001, AFNR1002, ENSY1001 and (BIOM1003 or ENVX1001) Semester 2
Introductory Hydrology
Compulsory units for a major in Soil Science
ENVX3001 6 A least 48 credit points in second year agriculture/science units. Semester 2
Environmental GIS
SOIL3009 6 P SOIL2003 Semester 1
Contemporary Field and Lab Soil
Science
SOIL3010 6 P SOIL2003 or SOIL2004 Semester 2
The Soil at Work
At least one of these units must be taken for a major in Soil Science:
AGCH3032 6 P AGCH2003 or AGCH2004 or PLNT2001 or CHEM24XX or BCHM2XXX or ENVI2001 Semester 2
Land and Water Ecochemistry N AGCH3030, AGCH3031
LWSC3007 6 P LWSC2002 Semester 1
Advanced Hydrology and Modelling
PPAT4005 6 P MICR2024 or 6cp intermediate microbiology Semester 1
Soil Biology
Statistics
For a major in Statistics, the minimum requirement is 24 credit points from senior units of study listed below.
STAT2011 6 P MATH (1001 or 1901 or 1906 or 1011) and [MATH (1005 or 1905 or 1015) or STAT1021] Semester 1
Statistical Models N STAT2901, STAT2001, STAT2911
STAT2012 6 P MATH (1005 or 1905 or 1015) Semester 2
Statistical Tests N STAT2004, STAT2912
STAT2911 6 P MATH (1903 or 1907 or Credit in 1003) and MATH (1905 or 1904 or Credit in 1005) Semester 1
Probability and Statistical Models N STAT2001, STAT2011, STAT2901
(Adv)
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STAT2912 6 A STAT (2911 or 2901) Semester 2
Statistical Tests (Advanced) P MATH1905 or Credit in MATH1005
N STAT2004, STAT2012
Series
STAT3013 6 P STAT(2012 or 2912 or 2003 or 2903) and STAT (2011 or 2911) Semester 2
Statistical Inference N STAT3913, STAT3001, STAT3901
Series Adv
STAT3913 6 P STAT(2911 or 2903). Semester 2
Statistical Inference Advanced N STAT3013, STAT3001, STAT3901
It is advisable to have also completed STAT2912
Study in other Faculties

A total of 48 credit points of units of study from non-Science discipline areas may be counted towards the Bachelor of Science degree. Students should consult
the Handbooks from other faculties to determine any prerequisites, corequisites or other requirements relating to enrolment in units of study offered by departments
in these faculties. Students may not enrol in General Statistical Methods 1 (STAT1021) or Econometrics first year units, or any other unit of study deemed mutually
exclusive with units of study listed in this Table. Students enrolled in the combined BSc/BCom program may enrol in Econometrics 1A (ECMT1010). Students may
not enrol in LAWS units of study, unless enrolled in the combined BSc/Llb degree.
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17. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Faculty of

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Students should refer to the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources website (sydney.edu.au/agriculture) or the University of Sydney's
unit of study handbook (https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp) for the latest information regarding unit of study descriptions,
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Please Note: Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources units of study are NOT available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce
and Bachelor of Laws and the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws combined degrees.
Students who wish to complete a major in Agricultural Economics in the Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) can find details of available
units of study in the following table.

points
Agricultural Economics
AGEC1101 6 A HSC Mathematics or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 Semester 2
Agricultural and Resource Systems N AGEC1001
AGEC1102 6 A HSC Mathematics or HSC Mathematics Extension 1 Semester 1
Agricultural Economics 1 N AGEC1002
AGEC2101 6 P AGEC1006 or (AGEC1003 and AGEC1004) or AGEC1002 or AGEC1102 or RSEC1031 or Semester 2
Market and Price Analysis AGEC1031
N AGEC2001
AGEC2103 6 P ECON1001 or AGEC1006 or ( AGEC1003 and AGEC1004) or RESEC1031 Semester 1
Production Economics N AGEC2003
AGEC3102 6 P (AGEC2001 or AGEC2101) and (AGEC2003 or AGEC2103) Semester 1
Agricultural and Resource Policy N AGEC3002
Applied Optimisation N AGEC3101
Agricultural Marketing Analysis N AGEC4004
AGEC4102 6 P AGEC2001 or AGEC2101 and AGEC2003 or AGEC2103 Semester 2
Agricultural Development Economics
Industrial Organization of
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points
AGEC4107 6 N AGEC4007 Semester 1
Special Topics Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
AGEC4108 6 P AGEC3101 or AGEC3103 or AGEC3031 or AGEC3001 Semester 2
Quantitative Planning Methods N AGEC4008
AGEC4109 6 P {(AGEC3001 or AGEC3101) and (AGEC2003 or AGEC2103)} OR (AGEC1102 and Semester 2
Agricultural Finance and Risk AGEC3103)
N AGEC4009
Resource Economics
RSEC1031 6 N AGEC1031 Semester 2
Resource Economics 1
RSEC4131 6 P (ECON2001 or ECOS2001) and (AGEC2103 or AGEC2003) Semester 1
Benefit-Cost Analysis N AGEC4037
RSEC4132 6 A (ECON2001 or ECOS2001), (ECON2002 or ECOS2002), AGEC3001, AGEC2101, Semester 1
Environmental Economics AGEC2105
P ECON2001 or ECOS2001 or AGEC2103 or AGEC2003
N ECON3013, AGEC4035
RSEC4134 6 A (ECON2002 or ECOS2002), AGEC3001, AGEC2101, AGEC2105 Semester 2
Economics of Water & Bio-resources P (ECON2001 or ECOS2001) and (AGEC2103 or AGEC2003)
N ECON3013
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18. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Sydney Law School and Sydney Medical School
18. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Sydney Law

School and Sydney Medical School

Students can refer to the Sydney Law School website (sydney.edu.au/law) and the Sydney Medical School website (sydney.edu.au/medicine)
or the University of Sydney's unit of study handbook (https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp) for the latest information regarding
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IntB (54) dates)
(44)
Table of undergraduate units of study: Sydney Law School (Combined Law students only)
Please Note: These units of study are ONLY available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws and the Bachelor
of Economics and Bachelor of Laws combined degrees.

points
Law units of study
All students enrolled in the combined Law degree must complete their Law units of study in a yearly sequence.
Year 1
LAWS1006 6 N LAWS1000 Semester 1
Foundations of Law
LAWS1013 C LAWS1006 Semester 1
Legal Research I N LAWS1008 Semester 2
Semester 1 classes are for Combined Law candidates in the faculties of Arts, Engineering and
Science. Semester 2 classes are for Combined Law candidates in the Faculty of Economics
& Business.
LAWS1012 6 P LAWS1006 S1 Intensive
Torts N LAWS1005, LAWS1010, LAWS3001 Semester 2
Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions: S1 Intensive
Year 2
LAWS1014 6 P LAWS1006, LAWS1012 Semester 1
Civil and Criminal Procedure N LAWS1001, LAWS1007, LAWS3002, LAWS3004, LAWS2006
LAWS1015 6 P LAWS1006 Semester 1
Contracts N LAWS1002, LAWS2008 Summer Early
LAWS1016 6 P LAWS1006, LAWS1014 Semester 2
Criminal Law N LAWS1003, LAWS3001, LAWS2009
Year 3
LAWS1017 6 P (LAWS1010 or LAWS1012) and LAWS1015 Semester 2
Torts and Contracts II Winter Main
International Law N LAWS2005 Semester 2b
This unit of study is not available in 2011 Available to candidates proceeding under the new LLB resolutions. Summer Early
Winter Main

18. Tables of undergraduate units of study: Sydney Law School and Sydney Medical School

points
LAWS1019 P LAWS1013 Semester 1
Legal Research II N LAWS1008, LAWS1022 Semester 2
Semester 1 classes are for Combined Law candidates in the faculties of Arts, Engineering and
Science. Semester 2 classes are for Combined Law candidates in the Faculty of Economics
& Business.
Public Law N LAWS2002, LAWS3003, LAWS1004 Summer Late
Table of undergraduate units of study: Sydney Medical School (Combined Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
students only)
Please Note: These units of study are ONLY available to students enrolled in the combined Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine
and Bachelor of Surgery and the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery combined degrees.

points
Medicine (SMTP)
This unit is available only to students enrolled in the combined Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and the combined
Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery.
SMTP3007 S1 Late Int
SMTP Elective I S2 Late Int
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19. Undergraduate unit of study descriptions
The information in this chapter relates to the 2011 unit of study 1. Undergraduate unit of study descriptions: Faculty of
offerings description information and is set out as follows: Economics and Business
The available Faculty of Economics and Business units of study
1. Undergraduate unit of study descriptions: Faculty of Economics descriptions listed alphanumerically by unit of study code.
and Business
2. Undergraduate unit of study descriptions: Sydney Law School
ACCT1005
(combined Law degrees only)
3. Undergraduate unit of study descriptions: Sydney Medical School Accounting, Business and Society
(combined Medicine and Surgery degrees only) Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture
and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorial work (15%); Written
For descriptions of units from the Faculties of Agriculture, Food and assessment (15%); Mid-semester examination (20%); Final examination (50%)
Natural Resources, Arts or Science, students should refer to these This unit canvasses the fundamentals of accounting - the language
faculty's own handbook (sydney.edu.au/handbooks). of business. It is directed to providing a broad understanding of the
role of accounting in business and society. It seeks to develop an
understanding of the economic-cum-financial and social repercussions
The Faculty of Economics and Business website of accounting, as well as a brief inculcation of the technical skills in
(sydney.edu.au/business/ugunits) contains the most up to date manipulating numerical abstractions. It is accounting in an action
information on unit of study availability and other requirements. setting designed to show that there are many uses of accounting data.
Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on this website Uses by numerous types of investors (individuals, institutional
(sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students can also refer to the shareholders, creditors), employees, the government and others are
University of Sydney's unit of study handbook considered. Starting from an accountability focus, it moves to a
(https://ssa.usyd.edu.au/ssa/handbook/uossearch.jsp) for the latest decision making focus - both functions are explained through recourse
information regarding unit of study descriptions, assessment or other to the double entry equation, augmented by primarily an output
requirements. (financial statements) perspective, accounting is demonstrated to be
Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either related to many decisions. There are many organisational forms that
Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive are considered - sole traders, partnerships, corporations, other types
mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table. of corporate joint ventures and associations and the unit considers
accounting from both the private and public sector perspectives.
Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions Accounting is shown to provide necessary information to allow varied
interests to make informed decisions. Those decisions can be
Session code Description of how the unit will considered as being both internal and external to the firm. This unit
be offered
demonstrates how accounting influences the way societal elements
1a (7) the unit of study will run intensively in interact and government taxes are levied. Some more technical
the first half of Semester 1
aspects of the elements of accounting are outlined - within the
1b (8) the unit of study will run intensively in accounting equation, the elements of assets, liabilities, revenues and
the second half of Semester 1
expenses are examined - within simple, familiar settings. Differing
2a (9) the unit of study will run intensively in
the first half of Semester 2 sectors private (listed entities primarily) and public (non-listed entities)
2b (10) the unit of study will run intensively in
are shown to be equally dependent on accounting. As well as the
the second half of Semester 2 conventional financial reports - balance sheet, profit and loss, cash
S1 Intensive (6) the unit of study will run intensively in flow statements - students are exposed to the more recent statements
Semester 1 (non-standard start/end such environmental and corporate social responsibility reports.
dates)
Accounting issues are also explored within a governance framework.
S1 Late Intensive: S1 Late Int (61), the unit of study will run intensively in
S1 Late IntA (63), S1 Late IntB (64) Semester 1 (non-standard late
and S1 Late IntC (65) start/end dates) ACCT1006
S2 Intensive (5) the unit of study will run intensively in
Accounting and Financial Management
Semester 2 (non-standard dates) Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture
S2 Intensive: S1 Late Int (51), S1 the unit of study will run intensively in and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorial work (5%); Group
Late Ib (52), S1 Late IntA (53) and S1 Semester 2 (non-standard late assignment (10%); Practice set (10%); Mid-semester exam (20%); Final exam
Late IntB (54) start/end dates) (55%)
Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School Accounting and Financial Management is an introduction to financial
Late (44) session reporting, and the gateway unit to further study in accounting and to
Winter School: Winter Main (11) the unit of study will be offered a major in accounting. This unit builds upon the accounting context,
intensively in the Winter School presented in ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society, with the
session
aim of developing the technical skills of recording basic business
transactions through accounting systems. In addition to this technical
Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are
focus, specific attention will be given to the way in which the
delivered in non-standard ways. Sessions 6 and 5 have census dates
accounting information can be used to undertake financial
that correspond to sessions 1 and 2 respectively. Sessions 61, 63,
management and analysis, to give students the ability to produce and
64, 65, 51, 52, 53 and 54 are in the same half years as 6 and 5 but
interpret financial reports.
have census dates later in the year.

ACCT2011 unit then examines advanced issues relevant to operational

Financial Accounting A management accounting. While this section of the course builds on
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr lecture the foundations laid in Management Accounting A, the focus remains
and 1x1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Mid-semester examination (40%); on the behavioural implications of accounting techniques for making
Final examination (60%). decisions in organisations.
This unit examines the accounting and reporting practices of reporting
entities, particularly listed public companies. Emphasis is placed on ACCT3013
developing an understanding of, and the ability to critically evaluate, Financial Statement Analysis
the various regulatory requirements (professional and statutory) Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorial participation (10%); Mid-semester
governing financial reporting. The unit commences with an overview examination (20%); Group case studies (15%); Final examination (55%)
of the financial reporting environment and theories that seek to explain
the accounting policy choices of management. This framework Although the appropriate 'form' of financial analysis depends largely
provides a basis for examining a range of specific issues in financial on the specific context (e.g. equity investment, credit extension,
accounting. Emphasis throughout the unit is on both the application analysis of supplier/customer health, competitor analysis, regulatory
of specific accounting techniques/rules and the conceptual/theoretical overview or intervention, valuation for takeover/restructuring), many
issues associated with alternative accounting methods. of the techniques of financial analysis are common to each. A primary
purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of these
ACCT2012 techniques, as well as the inherent difficulties in their application.
Management Accounting A Specific issues addressed include the analysis of business
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture performance and disclosure, the analysis of earnings quality, cash
and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Computer Assignments (15%) flow assessment, credit worthiness and accounting-based valuation
Quizzes (10%); case study assignment (10%); Tutorial work (5%); final methods.
examination (60%)
This course provides students with an introduction to the basics of ACCT3014

management/cost accounting. Areas specifically covered include: cost Auditing and Assurance
terms and purposes, cost behaviour, cost-volume-profit analysis, cost Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr lecture
estimation, basic and alternative product costing methods (including and 1x1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Group assignments (20%);
Mid-semester examination (25%); Final examination (55%).
activity-based costing), detailed study of the mechanics of the
budgeting process (master budgets, flexible budgets, standard costing This unit of study examines the process of auditing and the concepts
and variance analysis), decision making using relevant costs/revenues which underlay the practice. Although the focus of attention is on
and cost allocation. audits of financial reports undertaken in compliance with the
Corporation Act 2001, reference is also made to other forms of audit
ACCT3011 and assurance. The course is intended to provide an overview of the
Financial Accounting B audit process within the context of Australian Auditing Standards. The
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr lecture course is both practical and theoretical, with students required to apply
and 1x1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Mid-semester examination (35%); their knowledge to case studies developed from practice.
group tutorial presentations (15%); final examination (50%)
This unit introduces students to accounting for investments in other ACCT3031

entities, including controlled and significantly influenced entities. The International Corporate Governance
first part of the course focuses on assessing whether an investment Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture Assessment:
should be consolidated, the process of consolidation, the preparation Group and/or individual assignments (30%); Mid-semester quiz (20%); Final
examination (50%)
of consolidated financial statements for corporate groups, including
the treatment of goodwill, intra-group transactions and non controlling This unit examines the evolving view of corporate governance from
interests. Other aspects of group accounting, such as segment an international perspective, with reference to Australian requirements.
disclosures and related party disclosures, are investigated. The first Corporate governance from a narrow view is concerned with how a
part of the course concludes with a critical analysis of the consolidation corporation is controlled, to the establishment of sets of arrangements
process, including the outcomes of the consolidation process and the affecting the conduct of an organisation and it's relationship with
impact of this upon the user of the consolidated financial statements. stakeholders. Specific issues examined in this unit include the legal
The second part of the course focuses on critically evaluating current framework; control and culture of the modern corporation; operations
issues in accounting regulation and practice, such as the politics of of a Board; role of board sub-committees; Boards and the development
the standard-setting process, using accounting for financial instruments or endorsement of strategies; measuring and rewarding performance;
as a special case. Finally, voluntary disclosures for social and corporate governance, financial reporting and disclosure; corporate
environmental reporting are considered. This course aims to further governance and the audit process; governance within the global
develop students' written communication skills and critical and analytic financial crisis.
skills within the context of corporate group activities.
ACCT3032
ACCT3012 Current Issues in Management Accounting
Management Accounting B Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr lecture tutorial per week Assessment: In-class tests (20%); Research Presentation
and 1x1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Mid-semester examination (25%); (20%); Tutorial contribution (10%); Final examination (50%)
Tutorial work/participation and Presentation (15%); Essay (20%); Final
examination (40%) This unit builds on the fundamentals of management accounting
Note: Discipline Permission required for students who haven't passed ACCT2012 practice (ACCT2012) by introducing a series of advanced management
(or ACCT2002) accounting topics such as strategic management accounting,
accounting innovationa, human resource management, social and
Management Accounting B deals with the theory and practice of a
environmental accounting and designing management accounting
selection of contemporary management accounting issues.The course
systems. In addition, this unit relaxes the hitherto held assumption
begins by examining the influences that impact upon the design of an
that management accounting works in a world characterised by
organisation and its management accounting system. Behavioural
certainty and rationality and instead shows that management
factors, rather than technical factors, are highlighted and a range of
accounting more often operates in a world characterised by fuzziness
organisational settings and management levels are reviewed. The
and ambiguity. This real-world view requires students to develop their
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judgemental skills and to adopt a more critical and reflective approach ACCT4104
that challenges their beliefs about how management accounting works Accounting Honours D
in practice. Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Course
work; Thesis
ACCT3098
See ACCT4101
Accounting Honours Preparation A
Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 1.5 hr seminar per week
Assessment: Seminar participation (10%) ; Paper summaries (10%); Paper
CLAW1001
presentation (20%); Essay (30%); Research Proposal (30%) Foundations of Business Law
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Entry to this unit of Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes:
study is at the discretion of the Discipline. Students will require a credit average 2hrs of lectures and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Mid-Semester exam
in previous ACCT units attempted. (20%), Case Analysis Assignment (20%), Final exam (60%)
The purpose of this unit of study is to prepare students for entry to The entire fabric of commerce is woven from a complex legal regime,
the fourth year honours program in accounting. As such, this unit of judicial and statutory, which regulates all commercial activity. Every
study has been designed to: first, extend the substantive knowledge decision in business, and every transaction and relationship, is made
of students in relation to financial accounting by examining in the context of this legal regime.The aim of Foundations of Business
emerging/advanced issues in relation to theory and practice; second, Law is to introduce the students to the legal framework and regulatory
introduce students to different ways of conducting accounting research, systems which underlie all business activity and to expose them to
considering extant research mobilising a variety of epistemologies the legal implications of commercial conduct. This unit of study
and research methods; and, third, assist students to identify potential introduces the Australian legal system and key areas of substantive
topic areas for research and appropriate research questions. The business law including contracts, torts (in particular negligence and
course will be based on a series of readings drawn from the accounting privacy), property and securities, white collar crime, intellectual
research literature. property, competition and consumer law (in particular advertising,
product liability and unfair contracts), business structures and
ACCT3099 operations, misleading and unconscionable conduct and dispute
Accounting Honours Preparation B resolution.
Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 1.5 hr seminar per week
Assessment: Class participation (10%); Individual essay 1 (45%); Individual CLAW2201
essay 2 (45%) Corporations Law
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Entry to this unit of Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2hrs of lectures
study is at the discretion of the Discipline. Students will require a credit average and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Class Test 1 (20%); Class Test 2
in previous ACCT units attempted. (25%), Seminar work and participation (15%), Final Exam (40%)
The purpose of this unit of study is to prepare students for entry to This unit begins with a brief comparison of business entities, especially
the fourth year honours program in accounting. As such, this unit of partnership. The concept and process of incorporation are examined.
study has been designed to: first, extend the substantive knowledge Company finance, both equity and debt finance, and the maintenance
of students in relation to management accounting by examining of the company's share capital will be studied as well as the topics of
emerging/advanced issues in relation to theory and practice; second, accounts, auditors, and companies in financial difficulty. The
introduce students to different ways of conducting accounting research, management of companies and directors' duties will be explored as
considering extant research mobilising a variety of epistemologies well as the rights and remedies of company shareholders. Company
and research methods; and, third, assist students to identify potential takeovers, prospectus provisions and securities regulation are studied
topic areas for research and appropriate research questions. The in depth in the elective, CLAW2203 Stock Markets and Derivatives
course will be based on a series of readings drawn from the accounting Law.
research literature.
CLAW2202
ACCT4101 Business Failure and Restructuring
Accounting Honours A Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of classes per
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Course week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials
work; Thesis or workshops Assessment: Class Test 1 (20%); Class Test 2 (25%), Seminar
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Requirements for work and participation (15%), Final Exam (40%)
the pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
of study. Financial difficulty is an ever present reality for individuals and
businesses. This unit addresses corporate insolvency and the
Honours study within the Discipline is directed at: (i) increasing bankruptcy of individuals and their consequences, and legal and
students' analytic and constructive skills beyond the level acquired in commercial strategies for financial rehabilitation. The focus of the unit
undergraduate Pass level units; (ii) providing a foundation for the is corporate insolvency and the forms of external administration
conduct of applied research in accounting; and (iii) conducting research (receivership, voluntary administration, deeds of company
in the form of a research report. These skills are developed through arrangement, schemes of arrangements and winding up) designed
the completion of an additional year of study that may be either a full- to either rescue the corporation or, if this is not possible, to provide a
or a part-time basis, though the former is more common. fair and orderly process for dealing with its property. Particular
emphasis is given to rescue and deconstruction under voluntary
ACCT4102
administration. Director's duties in the insolvency context, and
Accounting Honours B
corporate group and cross border insolvency, are also discussed.
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Course
work; Thesis
CLAW2203
See ACCT4101 Stock Markets and Derivatives Law
ACCT4103 Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of classes per
Accounting Honours C week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials
or workshops Assessment: Assignment;Tutorial work and participation; Final
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Course examination
work; Thesis
This unit begins with a study of the powers of the Australian Securities
See ACCT4101
and Investment Commission with reference to recent ASIC
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investigations. The functions of the Australian Stock Exchange and Over recent years there has been a dramatic rise in the volume and
those of securities dealers and investment advisers are examined as reach of regulation in response to a variety of social, environmental
well as the relationship between broker and client.The market offences and economic issues. Much of this regulation impacts on business,
of market manipulation and insider trading are explored. Public funding and its management who are, increasingly, personally liable. This unit
of companies and prospectus provisions are studied along with the has been designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview
liability of officers and independent experts concerning the prospectus. of the overall regulatory infrastructure which impacts on all faculty
The topic of mergers and acquisitions examines acquisitions, relevant disciplines. Business Regulation, Risk and Compliance addresses
interests, takeover schemes and announcements, and the liability of self regulation as an alternative to regulation by law; the regulatory
parties to a takeover. Derivatives will also be studied. process and the scope for business to influence regulatory initiatives;
the alternative regulatory instruments ; the executive arm of
CLAW2204 government - the bureaucracy - and the avenues for challenging
Banking and Finance Law administrative decisions; the investigative and enforcement powers
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: Three hours of classes per of the major regulatory agencies - ACCC, ATO and ASIC; personal
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials and corporate liability for regulatory breach; indemnification;
or workshops Assessment: Case analysis (20%), Hypothetical problem (20%),
Final exam (60%)
whistleblowing and whistleblower protection: regulatory compliance
with special reference to Australian Standard AS3806-2006 on
Banks and financial institutions are central to the stability, efficiency Compliance Standards and and the strategies which facilitate legal
and wealth of modern economies and businesses. The importance action including class actions and litigation funding as well as the
of national and global regulation of banks and finance is demonstrated major alternatives to litigation including arbitration and alternative
by the Global Financial Crisis: market failure and systemic risk are dispute resolution with particular emphasis on mediation.
ongoing challenges to regulatory structures. This unit examines
modern banking business models and practices having a significant CLAW2209
impact on legal rights and duties and issues relating to risk Intellectual Property for Business
management and abuse of banking and financial transactions, Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: Three hours of classes per
including money laundering and fraud. The role of money and week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials
or workshops Assessment: Essay (40%), Group case study (25%), Final 2hr
payments systems, such as bills of exchange and letters of credit, exam (35%)
complemented by the enormous growth of electronic banking, are
also examined. Innovation is a key driver of business. This unit addresses the
intellectual property regime - the statutory and common law
CLAW2205 mechanisms that recognise and protect creative effort and proprietary
Competition and Consumer Law knowledge and reward innovation. The intellectual property rights
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: Three hours of classes per available under the law are discussed but the focus is on the
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials commercial implications of the IP regime. This unit covers not only
or workshops Assessment: Particiaption (15%), Team presentation (5%),
Team assignment (25%), Individual presentation (10%), Individual assignment
the protection and enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights [IPRs]
(30%), Quiz (15%) but also their commercialisation and the management. The unit
outlines the key IPRs granted by the statutory IP regimes - trade
This unit is concerned with the provisions in the Trade Practices Act marks, copyright, designs and patents-as well as the common law
1974 (Cwth) dealing with restrictive trade practices, unconscionable protection of confidential information and trade secrets. The protection
conduct and consumer protection. Topics to be studied in depth of trade designations, branding and character merchandising through
include: anti-competitive agreements, misuse of market power, the statutory misleading or deceptive conduct action is also covered
exclusive dealing, resale price maintenance, mergers and acquisitions, as is the protection of business goodwill through restraint of trade
misleading or deceptive conduct, unfair practices, product safety and covenants. The ownership of IP, its protection internationally and its
product information, conditions and warranties in consumer commercialisation through licensing and technology transfers are also
transactions, liability of manufacturers and importers and discussed.
unconscionable conduct. Comparable state legislation is also studied.
CLAW2210
CLAW2207 Chinese Tax
Legal Ethics and the Professions Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of classes per
This unit of study is not available in 2011 week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: Three hours of classes per or workshops Assessment: Take home Mid-term exam (30%); 10 minute
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials Presentation on research topic (10%); Research paper (50%); Class Participation
or workshops Assessment: Research Paper, Class work, Examination (10%)
This unit begins with an analysis of three major ethical philosophies: This Unit is an introduction to taxation in China. It provides an overview
utilitarianism, duty based ethics and virtue ethics. Practical models of the Chinese tax system within its unique culture and governance
based upon these philosophies will be studied here and applied structure. It commences by introducing students to China's legal
throughout the unit. The significance of ethics to the major professions structure, culture and government structure. It then deals with the tax
in the business world is the primary focus of this unit of study. Case system of contemporary China through the different tax types, such
studies will be used to examine the consequences for the stakeholders as turnover taxes, income taxes, wealth taxes and other taxes. It
(those affected directly and indirectly) of decisions made by concludes with an assessment of taxation as an integral part of
professionals. The professions studied include: accountants, auditors, commercial activity in China.
business information system managers, lawyers, company officers
such as directors and other executives, and marketing managers. The CLAW3201
unit aims to assist students understand and apply ethics to their future Australian Taxation System
professional life. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture
and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorial assessment (10%); Tutorial
participation (10%), Mid semester test (15%); Case Analysis (15%); Final exam
CLAW2208 (50%)
Business Regulation, Risk and Compliance
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of classes per This unit is an introduction to taxation law. It commences with an
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials overview of the Australian tax system, discusses contemporary tax
or workshops Assessment: Essay (40%), Group case study (25%), Final 2hr issues and then deals with specific topics, viz. basis of liability to
exam (35%)
Australian income tax, concepts of residence and source of income,
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meaning of income, tax accounting, statutory concepts of income, Termination of Employment, Unfair Contracts, Freedom of Association
taxation of fringe benefits, basis of liability to capital gains tax and and Employment Privacy. Special attention is given to employment
allowable deductions. It concludes with a study of the general regulation and compliance issues in the context of appointments,
antiavoidance sections. discipline, terminations and performance. Issues arising under
international employment law, the law of contract, the law of tort, and
CLAW3202 ethics, are also addressed.
Tax Strategies for Business
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of classes per CLAW4101
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials Commercial Law Honours A
or workshops Assessment: Class participation (10%), Tutorial questions (20%),
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: By seminar as
group essay and presentation (30%), and final examination (40%)
arranged Assessment: May include seminar participation; seminar paper;
case analysis; research paper; take home examination
This unit deals with taxation issues in a business environment. In
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Requirements for
addition to income tax, the Goods and Services Tax is studied. The the Pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
following topics are included: trading stock, capital allowances, taxation of study
of partnerships and trusts including the application of capital gains
tax to interests in these entities, carry forward of losses, taxation of Honours study is directed at: (i) increasing students' analytical/research
companies, dividend imputation tax, capital gains tax application to skills beyond the level acquired in undergraduate pass level units; (ii)
shares and other interests in companies, intellectual property, providing a foundation for the conduct of applied research in business
collection of income tax instalments, amendment of assessments, law; and (iii) conducting research in the form of a thesis. These skills
objections and appeals, taxation of non-residents, withholding tax, are developed through the completion of an additional (fourth) year
foreign tax credits, international tax treaties, profit shifting and tax of study.
avoidance. The unit emphasises business tax planning issues. The Business Law Honours Program consists of two components:
the course work component and the writing of a thesis. The course
CLAW3204 work component is conducted in the form of a reading seminar series
Capital Raising and Management covering common key issues in commercial, corporations and taxation
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of classes per law, supported by an intensive training program in legal research and
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials important skills in managing a large research project. The course work
or workshops Assessment: Essay (40%), Group case study (25%), Final 2hr
exam (35%)
component will provide a good foundation for students to undertake
independent research on their thesis.
The raising of equity and debt capital from the public is central to the
operation of Australia's economic development. This unit is focussed CLAW4102
on the legal nature of common forms of capital raising, both equity Commercial Law Honours B
and debt, and their legal and non-legal (through ASX listing rules) Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: see
regulation as well as the redemption of capital. It deals with capital CLAW4101
raising, management and redemption from a commercial risk This unit of study is part of the Honours program in Business Law.
perspective as well as from a legal and regulatory perspective and The unit covers commercial law issues and forms part of the course
considers Australian and international reform initiatives which have work component as described in CLAW4101 above.
been given new emphasis as a result of the Global Financial Crisis.
Topics covered include forms of equity capital raising (including IPOs, CLAW4103
rights issues and placements) and their regulation; forms of debt Commercial Law Honours C
capital raising (including securitisation, syndicated lending, structured Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: see
and project finance, debentures, company charges, corporate bonds CLAW4101
and security techniques) and their regulation; and strategies for
redemption of debt and equity capital. This unit of study is part of the Business Law Honours program. The
unit covers corporations law issues and forms part of the course work
CLAW3206 component as described in CLAW4101 above.
Regulation of Mergers and Acquisitions
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of classes per CLAW4104
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials Commercial Law Honours D
or workshops Assessment: Essay (40%), Group case study (25%), Final 2hr Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: see
exam (35%) CLAW4101
Mergers, acquisitions and takeovers are increasingly important This unit of study is part of the Business Law Honours program. The
strategies for Australian companies which raise significant legal issues. unit covers taxation law issues and forms part of the course work
This unit addresses the legal regulation of mergers and acquisitions component as described in CLAW4101 above.
and the commercial implications of the regulatory regimes. Competition
issues under the Trade Practices Act as well as corporate governance ECMT1010
issues under the Corporations Act are discussed. Bid planning Business and Economic Statistics A
(including tactics involved in initiating a takeover bid and defensive Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: two 1-hour
strategies and tactics), directors duties, prohibited market conduct lectures and one 2-hour workshop per week Assessment: Homework (15%);
and the role of ASIC and the Takeovers Panel are also covered. This Quizes (30%); Assignment (15%); Final exam (40%)
unit also considers mergers using schemes of arrangement. This unit provides an introduction to basic statistics and its applications
in economics and business disciplines. Topics include: methods for
CLAW3207
data management; analysis and interpretation of data; probability; the
Legal Regulation of Employment
normal distribution; an introduction to sampling theory and hypothesis
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: Three hours of classes per
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials
testing; and the concepts of regression analysis. A key component is
or workshops Assessment: Particiapation & engagement (10%), Presentation the provision of instruction and experience in the use of computers
(10%), Research essay (20%), Final 2hr exam (60%) and statistical software as an aid in the analysis of data. Students are
expected to use data resources on the World Wide Web, retrieve data
This unit provides an introduction to employment regulation and legal
and analyse this data using Excel.
compliance in Australia. The unit examines specific legislation
governing Employment Discrimination, Equal Employment Opportunity,
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ECMT1020 estimation and testing of asset pricing models, the analysis of high
Business and Economic Statistics B frequency financial data, and the modelling of volatility in financial
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: two 1-hour returns.
lectures and one 2-hour workshop per week Assessment: Three quizzes
(25%); Workshop questions/homework (10%); Assignment (15%); Final exam ECMT2620
(50%)
Management Science
Note: Other than in exceptional circumstances, it is strongly recommended that
students do not undertake Business and Economic Statistics B before attempting Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
Business and Economic Statistics A. tutorial per week Assessment: 2x assignments (2x10%); mid-semester test
(15%); final exam (65%)
This unit broadens the knowledge gained in the unit, ECMT1010
Management science is an approach to decision making that is suitable
Business and Economic Statistics A by introducing further tools (and
in areas where the manager has little experience or where the problem
their applications) for use in economics, finance, marketing and
for decision is complex. It provides an effective decision-making
accounting. This unit features practical applications. Possible topics
approach to problems important enough to justify the time and effort
include: further aspects of hypothesis testing including goodness-of-fit
of quantitative analysis. This unit considers modelling in areas that
models; regression analysis including a brief introduction to logit
practising managers might encounter in their roles as decision makers.
models, time series and its applications to economics and finance;
The intended outcome of the unit is to increase the effectiveness of
input-output analysis; index numbers and mathematics of finance.
management decision making. The focus throughout is on practical
The material is further complemented by mathematical topics including
solutions using readily available spreadsheet software. Topics may
matrices and partial differentiation. In addition, students are expected
include resource allocation, capacity planning, logistics, and project
to use data resources on the World Wide Web, retrieve data and
planning.
analyse this data using Excel.
ECMT2630
ECMT2110
Managerial Decision Making
Regression Modelling
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2x 1hr lectures tutorial per week Assessment: Assignments (20%); Class Tests (15%) ; Final
and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Group project (20%); 3 Assignments exam (65%)
(15%); Mid-Semester exam (25%); Final exam (40%)
The course is focused on economic and statistical models of decision
Students undertaking this unit have some background in basic
analysis and their application in large and small business settings, as
statistics including an introduction to regression analysis. Using this
well as in a public policy framework. It will be shown how use of the
knowledge as a base, an extensive discussion of basic regression
models can improve the decision process by helping the
theory and some of its extensions is provided. The unit covers how
decision-maker understand the structure of the decision; incorporate
linear regression models can be applied to data to estimate
subjective probabilities as a way to portray risk; measure outcomes
relationships, to forecast, and to test hypotheses that arise in
in a way that is consistent with attitudes toward risk; and understand
economics and business. Guidelines for using econometric techniques
the value of information. The importance of sensitivity analysis will be
effectively are discussed and students are introduced to the process
emphasised, as well as the need to combine both quantitative and
of model building. It is essential that the discussion of regression
qualitative considerations in decision-making. Cases will be drawn
modelling be complemented with practice in analysing data. An
from small business scenarios, the public policy arena, and corporate
important task is the computing component using econometric
settings.
software.
ECMT2640
ECMT2120
Analysis of Discrete Choice Data
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2x 1hr lectures and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Assignments (35%); Mid-Semester exam (20%);
tutorial per week Assessment: tutorial questions (20%), mid-semester exam Final exam (45%)
(20%), project (20%), final exam (40%)
The 'operations' of a company or organisation are the direct processes
Data that are qualitative or discrete present particular problems for
that a company uses to create value, and operations management is
data analysts. What influences an individual to work part-time rather
the task of managing these processes. This unit is about the
than full-time, or use public transport rather than drive to work, or to
fundamentals of operations management, covering both service
choose one brand of detergent over another? Why do certain firms
industries and manufacturing. As a graduate working in the business
choose a particular accounting procedure over another? In these
sector you will certainly be exposed to operations issues - this unit
examples of modelling choice data, standard linear regression models
will equip you to approach these issues intelligently, whether or not
are inappropriate. This unit considers the specification, estimation
your role is within the operations function. One focus of the unit will
and use of statistical models that are necessary to analyse such
be on processes: considering process organisation, process capacity,
questions. These may include the logit, probit and multinomial logit
and customer service implications. A second focus of the unit will be
models. Special emphasis is placed on illustrating the appropriate
on the supply chain, looking at the control of inventory and the
application of such models using case studies and data drawn from
connections between supply chain partners. We will also consider
marketing, accounting, finance and economics.
what it means to have high quality operations and how this can be
ECMT2130 achieved: both through statistical quality control techniques and the
Financial Econometrics use of lean operations ideas.
tutorial per week Assessment: 2 x assignments (2x20%), final 2hr exam (60%)
ECMT3110
Econometric Models and Methods
Over the last decade econometric modelling of financial data has Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2x 1hr lectures and 1x 1hr
become an important part of the operations of merchant banks and tutorial per week Assessment: Assignments (20%); Mid semester exam (20%);
major trading houses and a vibrant area of employment for Final exam (60%)
econometricians. This unit provides an introduction to some of the This unit extends methods of estimation and testing developed in
widely used econometric models for financial data and the procedures association with regression analysis to cover econometric models
used to estimate them. Special emphasis is placed upon empirical involving special aspects of behaviour and of data. In particular,
work and applied analysis of real market data. Topics covered may motivating examples are drawn from dynamic models, panel data and
include the statistical characteristics of financial data, the specification, simultaneous equation models. In order to provide the statistical tools
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to be able to compare alternative methods of estimation and testing, of optimisation model categories can be accounted for in model
both small sample and asymptotic properties are developed and selection and in the interpretation of results. Linear programming
discussed. methods are developed and extended to cover variations in the
management context to logistics, networks, and strategic planning.
ECMT3130 Decision analysis and competitive structures including hierarchy
Forecasting for Economics and Business structures complete a rounded program for managerial application.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: two 1-hour lectures and one The unit covers a variety of case studies incorporating commercial
1-hour lab per week Assessment: assignment (20%); group assignment (25%); research processes for decision support.
mid-semester exam (20%); final exam (35%)
The need to forecast or predict future values of economic time series ECMT3640
arises frequently in many branches of applied economic and Project Planning and Management
commercial work. It is, moreover, a topic which lends itself naturally Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
tutorial per week Assessment: group project (40%), individual homework
to econometric and statistical treatment. The specific feature which (20%), final exam (40%)
distinguishes time series from other data is that the order in which the
sample is recorded is of relevance. As a result of this, a substantial A project is a set of activities that together achieve a particular purpose
body of statistical methodology has developed. This unit provides an and need to be carried out within a given time frame with a limited set
introduction to methods of time series analysis and forecasting. The of resources. Each project is unique and often complex. The
material covered is primarily time domain methods designed for a challenges of planning and managing projects arise from the
single series and includes the building of linear time series models, complexity and uncertainty that characterise projects. As a graduate
the theory and practice of univariate forecasting and the use of working in business you will almost certainly find yourself involved in
regression methods for forecasting. Throughout the unit a balance project teams, and at some stage or another you are likely to take on
between theory and practical application is maintained. project management responsibilities. This unit gives an introduction
to the planning and management of projects looking at the problems
ECMT3150 of defining projects; network techniques for project planning and
The Econometrics of Financial Markets control; methods for estimating activity durations; resource constraints;
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: two 1-hour lectures and one and modelling methods to understand the impact of uncertainty. At
1-hour lab per week Assessment: Assignment (20%); Group assignment the same time as discussing the techniques of project management,
(30%); Mid-Semester exam (15%); Final exam (35%)
the unit will also use case studies to discuss some of the challenges
This unit studies and develops the econometric models and methods that project managers face.
employed for the analysis of data arising in financial markets. It
extends and complements the material covered in ECMT2130. The ECMT4101
unit will cover econometric models that have proven useful for the Econometrics Honours A
analysis of both synchronous and non-synchronous financial time Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week
Assessment: Assignments; Final Exams; Dissertation
series data over the last two decades. Modern Statistical methodology
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Requirements for
will be introduced for the estimation of such models. The econometric the pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
models and associated methods of estimation will be applied to the of study
analysis of a number of financial datasets. Students will be encouraged
to undertake hands-on analysis using an appropriate computing The honours year provides basic professional expertise in the general
package. Topics covered include: discrete time financial time series area of econometrics through instruction in advanced theory, and
models for asset returns; modelling and forecasting conditional experience in independent research. Honours students are required
volatility; Value at Risk and modern market risk measurement and to (a) complete four semester units of instruction, (b) submit a
management; modelling of high frequency and/or non-synchronous dissertation not exceeding 65 A4 pages of typescript, and (c) attend
financial data and the econometrics of market microstructure issues. and participate in Discipline research seminars.The dissertation topic
The focus of the unit will be in the econometric models and methods must be approved by the Discipline and progress reports are to be
that have been developed recently in the area of financial econometrics presented every semester. Candidates must enrol in ECMT4101,
and their application to modelling and forecasting market risk ECMT4102, ECMT4103 and ECMT4104 to complete the Honours
measures. degree. Please consult the discipline website for details before
enrolling in honours.
ECMT3180
Business Risk Management ECMT4102
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr Econometrics Honours B
tutorial per week Assessment: individual assignments (20%), group assignment Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week
(15%); mid-semester exam (20%); final 2hr exam (45%) Assessment: See ECMT4101
Everyone working in business needs to understand and manage risk. See ECMT4101
This course will provide the basic knowledge and tools needed to do
this. It includes material on the risk management strategies that every ECMT4103
business needs, as well as specific quantitative and statistical Econometrics Honours C
techniques for evaluating risk. By taking this course students will learn Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week
how different aspects of risk management fit together (like Value at Assessment: See ECMT4101
Risk calculations, Monte-Carlo simulation, extreme value theory, credit See ECMT4101
scoring, real options and hedging strategies).
ECMT4104
ECMT3610 Econometrics Honours D
Management Science Models and Methods
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 2x 1hr lectures and 1x 1hr Assessment: See ECMT4101
tutorial per week Assessment: Two assignments (20%); Test (20%); Final
exam (60%) See ECMT4101
This unit presents formulation guidelines for management science
models to provide practical assistance to managerial decision making.
Optimisation methods are developed so the complexity and limitations
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ECMT4601 ECOF1010
Management Decision Sciences Honours A Business and Economic Statistics A Adv
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: one 2-hour lecture and one
Assessment: Assignments; Exams; Dissertation 2-hour workshop per week Assessment: Two quizzes (30%); Group assignment
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Requirements for (15%); Homework (15%); Final exam (40%)
the Pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
of study. This unit provides an introduction to basic statistics and its applications
in economics and business disciplines. Topics include: methods for
The honours year provides basic professional expertise in the general data management; analysis and interpretation of data; probability; the
area of Management Decision Sciences, through instruction in normal distribution; an introduction to sampling theory and hypothesis
advanced theory and experience in independent research. Honours testing; and the concepts of regression analysis. A key component is
students are required to (a) complete four semester units of instruction, the provision of instruction and experience in the use of computers
(b) submit a dissertation not exceeding 65 A4 pages of typescript, and statistical software as an aid in the analysis of data. Students are
and (c) attend and participate in Discipline research seminars. The expected to use data resources from the internet, retrieve data and
dissertation topic must be approved by the Discipline and progress analyse this data using Excel. This course is an advanced version of
reports are to be presented every semester. Students should consult ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A, and will cover the
the discipline website before enrolling in honours in Management same topics as that unit.
Decision Sciences.
ECOF2555
ECMT4602 Washington D.C. Internship
Management Decision Sciences Honours B Credit points: 6 Session: Int February Classes: 1x 2hr lecture (Sydney), 5x
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week 2hr lectures (Washington DC), and an internship placement (20hrs in total)
Assessment: See ECMT4601 Assessment: Reflective journal and report (30%), Research essay (55%), Oral
presentation (15%)
See ECMT4601
This unit will be taken by students accepted into the University of
ECMT4603 California Washington DC (UCDC) Winter Program while they
Management Decision Sciences Honours C undertake a professional placement with a business, government,
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week non-government or media organisation. It will include preparatory
Assessment: See ECMT4601 coursework in reflective, professional practice and concurrent
coursework on research methods, report and other professional writing
See ECMT4601
skills. Assessment will include a reflective journal, research essay,
and oral presentations all based on the internship placement and
ECMT4604
study abroad experience.
Management Decision Sciences Honours D
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs per week ECOF9106
Assessment: See ECMT4601
International Exchange Program
See ECMT4601 Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
ECOF1003
Business Contexts A This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Leanne Piggott Session: Semester
Exchange program.
1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hr lecture and 1x 1hr tutorial per week
Assessment: Learning Journal & Report (20%); Referencing/Paraphrasing ECOF9206
Task (Pass/Fail); Team Company Presentation & Report (25%);Tutorial International Exchange Program
Participation (15%); Board Report (40%)
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
This unit is the first of two junior core units aimed at introducing Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
students to the external and internal contexts in which business
This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
operates in the twenty-first century, and to lay the foundations for
Exchange program.
effective problem solving, critical analysis and communication skills.
In this unit, students will build an understanding of the political and ECOF9112
regulatory, economic, socio-cultural, and technological factors that International Exchange Program
impact on the external context of the commercial landscape while Credit points: 12 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
developing an awareness of potential of risk and change. Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
ECOF1004 This unit is recognition for student participation in the International

Business Contexts B Exchange program.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Leanne Piggott Session: Semester
2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Reflective ECOF9212
Journal & Report (30%); Team Case Studies (30%); Tutorial participation (10%); International Exchange Program
Exam (30%)
This unit is the second of two junior core units aimed at introducing Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
students to the external and internal contexts in which business
operates in the twenty-first century, and to building effective problem This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
solving, critical analysis and communication skills. In this unit, students Exchange program.
will build a micro-level understanding of the dynamics of business and
ECOF9118
commerce through the lens of the firm and its stakeholders. It also
incorporates business values and intercultural competency as key
learning goals.

Exchange program.
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ECOF9124 ECOS2901
International Exchange Program Intermediate Microeconomics Honours
Credit points: 24 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. tutorial per week. Assessment: 2 x mid semester exams (50%), Final Exam
(50%)
This unit is recognition for student participation in the International Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
Exchange program.
This unit is comprised of lectures based upon the curriculum for
ECOF9224 ECOS2001 Intermediate Microeconomics, supported by a seminar
International Exchange Program for one hour a week. The content of lectures reflect a more analytical
and critical treatment of the topics than ECOS2001. The topics, which
build on the theory of consumer and firm behaviour and market
structure, include game theory, oligopoly, general equilibrium and
This unit is recognition for student participation in the International welfare, externalities and public goods and the economics of
Exchange program. information.
ECON1001 ECOS2002
Introductory Microeconomics Intermediate Macroeconomics
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes:
1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Online quizzes (10%), 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Mid Semester exam
mid semester test (30%), essay (10%), final exam (50%) (30%), Final exam (50%), Assignments (20%)
Note: Certain combinations of Maths/Stats may substitute for Econometrics.
Introductory Microeconomics addresses the economic decisions of Consult the Chair of the Discipline of Economics.
individual firms and households and how these interact in markets. It
is a compulsory core unit for the Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor This unit of study develops models of the goods, money and labour
of Commerce and an alternative core unit for the Bachelor of Economic markets, examines issues in macroeconomic policy. Macroeconomic
and Social Science. Economic issues are pervasive in contemporary relationships, covering consumption, investment, money and
Australian society. Introductory Microeconomics introduces students employment, are explored in detail. Macro-dynamic relationships,
to the language and analytical framework adopted in Economics for especially those linking inflation and unemployment, are also
the examination of social phenomena and public policy issues. considered. Exchange rates and open economy macroeconomics are
Whatever one's career intentions, coming to grips with economic ideas also addressed. In the last part of the unit, topics include the
is essential for understanding society, business and government. determinants and theories of economic growth, productivity and
Students are given a comprehensive introduction to these ideas and technology, the dynamics of the business cycle, counter-cyclical policy
are prepared for the advanced study of microeconomics in subsequent and the relationship between micro and macro policy in the context
years. of recent Australian experience.
ECON1002 ECOS2902
Introductory Macroeconomics Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorial participation tutorial per week Assessment: Essay (20%), mid semester exam (30%), Final
(5%), 5x online quizzes (10%), mid semester exam (25%), essay (10%), final Exam (50%)
exam (50%) Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
Introductory Macroeconomics addresses the analysis of the level of This unit is comprised of lectures based upon the curriculum for
employment and economic activity in the economy as a whole. It is a ECOS2002 Intermediate Macroeconomics, supported by a seminar
compulsory core unit for the Bachelor of Economics and an alternative for one hour a week. The content of lectures reflects a more intensive
core unit for the Bachelor of Economic and Social Sciences. treatment of the topics than ECOS2002. Topics covered include:
Introductory Macroeconomics examines the main factors that models of the goods, money and labour markets; macro-economic
determine the overall levels of production and employment in the relationships such as consumption, investment, demand for money
economy, including the influence of government policy and and labour demand and supply; macro-dynamic relationships,
international trade. This analysis enables an exploration of money, especially those linking inflation and unemployment; exchange rates
interest rates and financial markets, and a deeper examination of and open economy macroeconomics; theories of economic growth;
inflation, unemployment and economic policy. productivity and technological change; the dynamics of the business
cycle; and the relationship between micro- and macro-economic policy.
ECOS2001
Intermediate Microeconomics ECOS2201
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: Economics of Competition and Strategy
1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorials (10%), 2x Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
in-class tests (40%), Final Exam (50%) tutorial per week Assessment: 2x mid-semester exams (40%), Final Exam
Note: Certain combinations of Maths/Stats may substitute for Econometrics. (60%)
Consult the Chair of the Discipline of Economics.
This course introduces new and comprehensive methods for the
The aim of Intermediate Microeconomics is the development of analysis and formation of business strategy. The unit analyses
theoretical and applied skills in economics. It covers applications and strategies for developing competitive advantages, including product
extensions of the theory of consumer choice, firm behaviour and differentiation, cost advantages and product life cycles; implementing
market structure. Emphasis is given to the economics of information incentives, control, firm boundaries, and internal firm decision-making
and choice under uncertainty; industry structures other than monopoly mechanisms; implementing pricing, auction and signalling practices;
and perfect competition; markets for factors of production; general assessing industry attractiveness and the regulatory/trade practices
equilibrium and economic efficiency; market failure and the role of environment; and managing industry cooperation and conflict. Students
government.This unit provides a basis for the more specialised options are taught a set of tools that they can bring to bear on new problems.
that comprise third year economics. Understanding competitive dynamics and strategic thinking are
emphasised. Case studies and problem-solving form an important
part of the teaching method.
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ECOS2306 Where do the current beliefs - theories, doctrines, postulates and

Managerial Firms: Evolution & Attributes attitudes - of modern economics come from? If current theories and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr doctrines have a definite historical beginning, what schools of thought
tutorial per week Assessment: 5x assessed on-line forums (25%), in-class did they supplant? Are there alternative or dissident views which
test (25%), final exam (50%) subsisted alongside mainstream economics in the twentieth century
The large managerial firm, operating in a number of product and - and if so, what are they and where did they originate from? This unit
geographic markets and controlled by managers rather than owners, seeks to answer these questions, as well as others. It provides an
plays a major role in modern economies. Although it is now being overview of the development of economic ideas from the seventeenth
challenged by new institutions such as LBOs and strategic alliances, to the twentieth century, combined with a more intensive focus on the
the large managerial firm is itself a recent phenomenon which only thought of certain key figures in that history. The particular topics
began to emerge in the 1880s. This unit of study analyses the covered include: the formation of economics to 1776; Adam Smith;
development of the large managerial firm since the 1880s, classical economics from Smith to J.S. Mill; the rise of marginalist
distinguishing between firms in standardised mass production economics; John Maynard Keynes; and orthodox and heterodox
industries and those in industries where technology has changed currents in twentieth century economics.
rapidly since the 1970s. It also distinguishes between managerial
firms that emerged in the West with those in Japan. In analysing the ECOS3005
attributes of managerial firms in different regimes, the unit focuses on Industrial Organisation
two main issues: the nature of corporate competencies, and the role Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: 1x mid semester exam
of imperfect information within managerial firms and markets, alliances, (35%), final exam (60%), problem sets (5%)
and networks. The unit includes detailed analysis of case studies
drawn from the USA, Australia, and Japan. This unit of study examines the nature of inter-firm rivalry in industries
with market power. It explores the various ways in which firms can
ECOS2903 increase their market power by: extracting more surplus from
Mathematical Economics A consumers, by colluding with rivals or by excluding entrants. The unit
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr also analyses the international competitiveness of industries in the
tutorial per week Assessment: Problem sets/quizzes (30%), mid semester context of industry assistance and the prevalence of foreign
exam (20%), final exam (50%) multinationals. Competition policy is also discussed.
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students intending
to proceed to the third year economics honours program must take this unit or
MATH2070
ECOS3006
International Trade
This unit provides an introduction to mathematical techniques Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
commonly employed by economists. Students who wish to proceed and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Problem sets (5%); 1x mid
to final year Economics Honours must complete either ECOS2903 or semester exam (35%), final exam (60%)
MATH2070. Topics include: limits, continuity, differentiation of single- This unit of study provides a systematic analysis of the theory of
and multi-variable functions, unconstrained and constrained international trade and trade policy. Initially differences between
optimisation. countries are emphasised as the source of trade and the gains from
trade. Models that are examined include the Classical-Ricardian model,
ECOS3002
the Heckscher-Ohlin model and the Specific-Factors model. Next
Development Economics
economics of scale and imperfect competition are introduced as
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week sources of trade and gains from trade. The unit concludes with an
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: 2x in-class tests (30%),
final exam (70%) examination of empirical studies aimed at testing trade theories. The
analysis of trade policy begins with a discussion of the instruments of
This unit examines the role of the state, rationale for planning and trade policy, in particular, tariffs and quotas and their effect on welfare.
market mechanisms in developing economies, and also the This discussion is then extended to the case of imperfect competition
sociocultural preconditions and economic requirements for a market and strategic trade policy.
economy. It focuses on a wide range of developmental problems and
issues from both microeconomic and macroeconomic points of view. ECOS3007
It closely studies the integration process of the traditional segment of International Macroeconomics
a developing society into its modern counterpart in countries selected Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Summer Main Classes: One 2 hour
from Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and the Pacific lecture per week and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment:
regions. Assignments (20%); 1x Mid-semester exam (20%); Final exam (60%).
This unit studies macroeconomic theory and policy in a global trading

ECOS3003
world. The microfoundations of the various sectors are examined in
Hierarchies, Incentives & Firm Structure
the context of an open economy. The evolution of international money
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week and capital markets is described, the operation of the foreign exchange
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: 1 x group assignment
(25%), 1 x mid-semester exam (20%), final exam (55%) market is examined, showing how its microstructure affects its macro
performance. Theories and tests of the efficiency of international
This unit deals with the coordination and motivation problems faced capital markets are surveyed, as well as core theories and tests of
by firms. More specifically this unit examines: whether firms use price exchange rate and asset price determination. The unit develops the
or command mechanisms to allocate resources within firms; the macroeconomic implications of monetary and fiscal policies for small
problems associated with designing incentive contracts; the principles and large open economies for different regimes.
of efficient contract design and; the real world applications of those
principles. The final section deals with the manner in which the ECOS3008
coordination and motivation problems faced by firms determines their Labour Economics
financial, vertical and horizontal structure. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: 1x Essay (25%),
ECOS3004 mid-semester exam (25%), final exam (50%)
History of Economic Thought
This unit aims to provide an understanding of labour markets and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week related issues such as work conditions, pay and employment levels.
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: 1x essay (20%), 1x mid
semester exam (30%), 1x final exam (50%) Labour supply and demand, theories of wage determination, labour
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mobility and discrimination are examined. It also analyses the role of across disparate areas of the law, and is becoming increasingly
trade unions and labour market contracts. These topics are applied important world-wide, as such analysis is often utilized in courts and
to current issues in Australian labour markets such as enterprise public policy forums. The unit begins with a revision of relevant tools
bargaining, the role of centralised wage fixing systems, training and of economic analysis. Subsequently, it studies the economics of
other labour market programs. Policies designed to improve the various branches of law such as: property; contract; nuisance; accident
functioning of the labour market are examined and particular attention and liability law; and, criminal law
is given to the problem of persistent unemployment.
ECOS3016
ECOS3010 Experimental and Behavioural Economics
Monetary Economics Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: 2 x take home assignments
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: 1x Multiple choice exam (50%), final exam (50%)
(30%), written paper (20%), final exam (50%)
Experimental economics uses experimental methods to evaluate the
This unit provides an overview of the main elements of monetary performance of economic models, institutions and policies. Behavioural
economics, with emphasis upon macroeconomic issues - analysis of economics combines experimental and field evidence with insights
economic processes in which money enters the picture in an essential from neighbouring disciplines such as psychology, to develop richer
manner. The content primarily concerns economic principles and economic models of decision-making. This unit will develop the key
theory, but there is also considerable focus on the Australian monetary research methods and major findings of each of these fields, and
system and monetary policy in particular.The particular topics covered explore both theoretical and practical implications. Students will read
include: functions of money; the concept of 'liquidity'; money demand; a number of seminal research papers in both experimental and
determinants of money supply changes; financial crises and the 'lender behavioural economics, and will have opportunities to participate in
of last resort' function of central banking; the Reserve Bank of Australia classroom experiments, to analyse experimental data, and to design
and the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority; term and risk and program their own research projects.
structures of interest rates; alternative theories of the level of the rate
of interest; the monetary policy transmission mechanism; monetary ECOS3017
policy instrument choice; central bank credibility; policy reaction Health Economics
functions; the global monetary system; and Reserve Bank market Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
operations. and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Two in-class tests (30%);
Final exam (70%)
ECOS3011 The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the methods
Public Finance of health economics and demonstrate how these methods can be
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week applied to analyse issues in health policy and management. This
(20%), 1x assignment (30%), 1x final exam (50%)
course will teach the student to use economic analysis to understand
critical issues in health care and health policy. Topics covered include
Public Finance is about the taxing and spending decisions of the institutions of the Australian system of health care and health
governments. The unit covers a wide range of public finance topics. statistics, evaluation techniques, production of health, demand for
After an introduction to welfare economics and the role of government health care and technology, moral hazard and adverse selection in
in the economy, the unit focuses on the revenue side of the budget: health insurance markets, health labour markets, including
tax incidence, efficient and equitable taxation, the Australian system physician-patient interactions, managed care, regulation and payment
of revenue raising, issues of tax reform and the theory and practice systems for providers, comparative health systems, the pharmaceutical
of public utility pricing. It then focuses on the expenditure side of the industry, health policy and social insurance.
government budget: public goods, externalities, and programs aimed
at redistribution. It also introduces techniques of policy evaluation. ECOS3018
Economics of Growth
ECOS3012 Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
Strategic Behaviour and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Two in-class tests (40%);
Final exam (60%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
(35%), online quizzes (20%), final exam (45%)
At the heart of an understanding of the dynamics of market or capitalist
economies is an understanding of economic growth. This unit is an
To think and act strategically, one needs to evaluate the effect of one's introduction to the analysis of economic growth including a comparison
actions on the actions of others. As most economic decisions are of competing explanations within formal growth theory. It considers
strategic, such as the decision to lower a price or introduce a new tax, the connection between growth and distribution, growth and technical
economics, if it is to avoid simplistic models, requires a theoretical progress, the role of economic policies and economic institutions in
framework capable of illuminating strategic behaviour. This unit offers promoting growth as well as the limitations on growth associated with
a comprehensive, critical introduction to the theory which purports, exhaustible natural resources. Lectures also provide some
not only to satisfy this theoretical need, but also potentially to unify consideration of the empirical evidence on different explanations of
the social sciences: game theory. After examining important concepts growth.
of game theory, the unit investigates the repercussions for the theory
of bargaining and for the evolution of social institutions. ECOS3019
Capital and Dynamics
ECOS3015 Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
Law and Economics and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Two in-class tests (40%);
Final exam (60%)
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Assignments (20%) 1x mid
semester exam (30%), final exam (50%)
Fundamental to the theory of value, income distribution and output is
a coherent treatment of the concept of capital. The definition and
Law and economics examines the economic role of law and legal measurement of 'capital' is essential to the explanation of relative
institutions on the actions of economic agents.The economic analysis prices, and hence integral to any explanation of distributive shares in
of law is founded on models of human behaviour and examines how national income. It is also indispensable to a proper understanding of
decision making is affected by different legal regimes. The behavioral debates over the theory of output. The aim of the unit is to provide a
approach gives rise to a set of principles that can be applied widely comprehensive account of the different approaches to capital theory
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(e.g. in traditional aggregative neoclassical theory, general equilibrium ECOS2901 and ECOS2903 to continue progress toward the frontier
theory and classical/Sraffian inspired models) and to highlight their of microeconomics.
significance for different views about value, distribution and output.
This account necessarily involves some focus on the intersection of ECOS3902
capital theory and the theory of dynamics as it applies to Advanced Macroeconomics Honours
multi-sectoral/multi-commodity models, including growth theory, the Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour lecture per week
dynamics of inter-industry competition, the analysis of technological and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Mid semester exam (30%);
take home assignments (10%), final exam (60%)
progress and the intertemporal dynamics of production in the context
of exhaustible natural resources. to proceed to fourth year economics honours must also complete at least one
unit of study from (ECOS3001 or ECON3001) to (ECOS3015 or ECON3015)
ECOS3020 inclusive, in either semester of their third year
Special Topic in Economics
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: One 2 hour
ECOS3902 Advanced Macroeconomics is a third year honours course
lecture per week and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Depends in macroeconomics. Its main objective is to develop a framework for
on the topic. thinking about macroeconomic questions. This course is designed for
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. the students enrolled in the Economics Honours stream. ECOS2901,
ECOS2902, ECOS2903 and ECOS3901 are prerequisites and the
Study of a special topic in Economics. Topics will vary from semester corequisite is ECOS3903,or ECMT3110 plus one of ECMT2120,
to semester according to staff availablity and the presence of visitors. ECMT3120, ECMT3130, ECMT3160 or ECMT3170.
If taught in both smesters, the topic in Semester 2 will be different to
that of Semester 1. ECOS3903
Applied Economics
ECOS3021
Business Cycles and Asset Markets and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Assignments (10%), Referee
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr Report (15%), mid semester exam (25%), final examination (50%)
tutorial per week Assessment: class participation (5%), mid-semester exam Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students intending
(20%), project report (25%) , final exam (50%) to proceed to fourth year economics honours must take this unit or (ECMT3110
plus one of ECMT2120, ECMT3120, ECMT3130, ECMT3160 or ECMT3170).
The unit of study provides theoretical and empirical training in
analysing macroeconomic fluctuations and the interactions between This unit is designed to provide students with estimation techniques
the real economy and asset markets. The unit of study will introduce frequently used in applied microeconomics. It will mainly cover cross
theoretical models of the business cycle to identify sources of section and panel data methods. Various empirical topics in labour
economic fluctuations. It then provides a theoretical framework in economics, international trade, etc., will be discussed.
which the asset market-the real economy can be analysed. In addition
to theoretical analysis, the unit will develop empirical tools for analysing ECON4101
economic and financial indicators as well as evaluating the Economics Honours A
performance of theoretical models. The role of government policy will Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 6 hrs per week
also be discussed by taking both Australian and global episodes. Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Requirements for
the Pass degree must be completed before entry to 4000 level honours units
ECOS3022 of study.
The Economics of Financial Markets To complete the requirement for Economics (Honours), students need
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr to complete five semester-length options from a list of options offered
tutorial per week Assessment: problem sets (20%), mid-semester exam (25%),
final exam (55%)
and complete a thesis. The list of options available may vary from
year to year, but usually include topics in macroeconomics, topics in
Financial assets play a vital role coordinating the actions of savers microeconomics, topics in development economics, topics in economic
and investors; consequently, they play a crucial role in creating wealth classics, topics in industrial economics, topics in international
and facilitating economic activity. The aim of this unit is to explore the economics, topics in labour economics, and topics in public economics.
economic principles underlying: the pricing and development of Candidates must enrol in ECON4102, ECON4103 and ECON4104
financial assets; the trade-off between risk and return and the how to complete the honours year.
investors construct portfolios in response to this trade-off. The focus
is on the economics of financial markets: the factors of demand and ECON4102
supply; risk and uncertainty; incomplete contracts and renegotiation; Economics Honours B
and asymmetric information and its implications. We will emphasize Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 6 hrs per week
the key aspects of markets for financial assets and the main
see ECON4101
differences to markets for consumption goods. The unit also examines
the development of financial institutions and current issues in financial
ECON4103
markets.
Economics Honours C
ECOS3901 Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 6 hrs per week
Advanced Microeconomics Honours see ECON4101
and one additional hour per fortnight Assessment: Mid semester exam (30%); ECON4104
problem sets (10%); final exam (60%)
Economics Honours D
to proceed to fourth year economics honours must also complete at least one Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 6 hrs per week
unit of study from (ECOS3001 or ECON3001) to (ECOS3015 or ECON3015)
inclusive, in either semester of their third year see ECON4101
ECOS3901 Advanced Microeconomics is the second course in the FINC2011

microeconomics sequence in the Economics Honours program. The Corporate Finance I
goal of the course is to provide a working knowledge and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Late, Summer
understanding of the most powerful methods of analysis and discourse Main, Winter Main Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1 x 1hr tutorial per week
in modern microeconomic theory. We build on the foundations of Assessment: tutorial participation (10%), early semester quiz (20%), assignment
(20%), final 2hr exam (50%)
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Note: Study in Finance commences in second year. ECMT1010 and ECOF1005 FINC3013
(or ECON1001 and ECON1002) are recommended for all students wanting to Mergers and Acquisitions
study finance.
This unit provides an introduction to basic concepts in corporate tutorial per week; Additional workshops as required. Assessment: Mid-Semester
Exam (25%), Group Case Study Written (20%), Group Case Study Presentation
finance and their application to (1) valuation of risky assets including (5%), Final Exam (50%)
stocks, bonds and entire corporations, (2) pricing of equity securities,
and (3) corporate financial policy decisions including dividend, capital This unit will provide: an understanding of the economic and strategic
structure and risk management policies. An emphasis is placed on drivers of corporate restructuring activity and their use in the design
the application of ideas and current practices in each of these areas. and analysis of restructuring transactions. Understanding of the
evaluation of outcomes from restructuring transactions, both the theory
FINC2012 based explanations and the empirical tests of the theories. It will
Corporate Finance II develop the ability to identify synergies in a restructuring transaction
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes: and use Discounted Cash Flow methods to assign a value to these
1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: mid-semester exam benefits. A detailed understanding of the design and economic impacts
(15%), essay (20%), final exam (65%)
of deal structures used to effect corporate restructuring transactions.
This unit builds on FINC2011 Corporate Finance I, by extending basic A detailed awareness of the process of merger arbitrage and its
concepts in corporate financing, investing and risk management. The contribution to outcome of restructuring transactions. An appreciation
first half of the unit is devoted to current theories of corporate financing of the regulatory environment for restructuring transactions and the
and their practical application in corporate investment and capital impact of these regulations on the process and outcomes of
budgeting. The second half of the unit examines securities and restructuring transactions.
securities markets with an emphasis on pricing, investment
characteristics and, importantly, their use by corporations to manage FINC3014
risk. The securities examined include: bonds and related fixed income Trading and Dealing in Security Markets
products; futures; options; and securities denominated in foreign Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
tutorial per week Assessment: Oral Presentation and Tutorial Participation
currencies. The goal of the unit is to broaden students' knowledge of (10%), Mid-Semester Exam (15%), TradeLab Assignment (10%), Major
corporate finance in preparation for further study in finance in third Assignment (10%), Final Exam (45%)
year.
This unit is concerned with the processes which turn orders into trades
FINC2192 in securities markets, and the forces which mould and affect both
Finance 2 Honours order flow and order execution. The unit is an introduction to some
Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x weekly 3hr seminar fundamental market design and structure ideas. At the end of the unit,
Assessment: Mid-Semester Exam 1 (15%), Midterm Exam 2 (15%), Assignment students should be able to understand (1) how the international
(20%), Final Exam (50%) markets for foreign exchange, swaps, bonds and equities are
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. organised, (2) how trading is conducted in these markets and how
This unit develops the conceptual and theoretical foundations of these transactions are cleared, (3) how the markets are regulated, if
modern finance theory. Students are asked to understand and critique they are supervised and what risks different counterparties face in
existing theories and to see their connections with other disciplines these markets. The unit aims to equip students to independently
and with financial industry developments. analyse international investment and financing alternatives and to
estimate expected returns and costs taking into account liquidity risk,
FINC3011 price volatility and credit risk.
International Financial Management
FINC3015
tutorial per week Assessment: Mid-Semester Exam (25%), Tutorial Participation Financial Valuation: Case Study Approach
(5%), FX Trading Contest (10%), Essay (15%), Final Exam (45%) Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2hr lecture per week; 1x1hr
workshop session per week Assessment: Case studies (35%), Group project
Markets are increasingly globalised. There are very few businesses (25%), Exam (40%)
or industries that are not required to deal with issues such as foreign
currency, foreign competition and direct investment. This unit is This unit applies all aspects of finance theory to the general problem
designed to allow students to extend their understanding of basic of valuing companies and other financial assets. This requires a
principles in finance to an international environment. Globalisation of synthesis of the concepts of present value, cost of capital, security
markets introduces risks but also opens up profitable opportunities. valuation, asset pricing models, optimal capital structures and some
Topics covered include: foreign currency valuation and markets; related accounting concepts. The subject aims to reach a level of
international parity conditions; measuring and managing foreign practical application that allows students to understand both the
exposure; international portfolio management; capital budgeting and theoretical frameworks and institutional conventions of real world
foreign direct investment; international tax management and corporate valuations.
international financing strategy.
FINC3017
FINC3012 Investments and Portfolio Management
Derivative Securities Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2h lecture and 1x 1hr
tutorial per week Assessment: Mid-Semester Exam (15%); Assignment (35%);
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr Final Examination (50%)
tutorial per week Assessment: 1x 1.5hr mid-semester exam (20%), 1x group
assignment (20%), 1x final 3hr exam (60%) This unit is designed to provide a comprehensive analytical approach
Options, futures and swaps are derivatives of underlying securities to the modern theory of investments. Topics covered include: the
such as commodities, equities and bonds. These types of securities valuation of bonds and stocks; mean-variance analysis; Markowitz
are increasingly used to manage risk exposure and as a relatively type portfolio analysis; duration and convexity analysis; term structure
low-cost-way of taking a position in a security or portfolio. They are of interest rates; option pricing; portfolio insurance; performance
also being used as part of senior management compensation as a evaluation; and forecasting. Basic statistics and probability concepts
way of attempting to align the interests of shareholders with that of are reviewed at the beginning to ensure that all students have
management. This unit is designed to provide an introduction to this adequate understanding. Although analytical aspects of investments
important area of finance without requiring a high level of mathematical theory are stressed, there is also an equal amount of emphasis on
sophistication. However, a strong quantitative base is an advantage. the intuitive as well as practical aspects of the subject.
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FINC3018 FINC3193
Bank Financial Management Finance 3 Honours (Corporate Finance)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr workshop/seminar per
tutorial per week Assessment: Mid-Semester Exam (25%); Assignment (25%); week Assessment: class participation (10%); group assignment (40%);
Final Examination (50%) presentation (10%), final exam (40%)
The central objective of this unit is to expose students to the basic
principles of commercial bank management. The topics that are This unit deals with more advanced aspects of information transfers
covered include: the theory and practice of banking from a financial between interested parties and modelling of corporate issues such
management perspective; banks and the financial services industry; as productivity, remuneration and value.
regulatory restrictions and financial management; performance analysis
and strategic planning; asset management and liquidity; investment FINC3194
and loan management; liability and deposit management; capital Finance 3 Honours (Securities Markets)
structure and dividend decisions; and financial management Credit points: 3 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr workshop/seminar per
implications of electronic banking, international banking, and other week Assessment: Group Assignment 1 (25%), Group Assignment 2 (25%),
Mid-Semester Test (25%), Individual Take-home test (25%)
developments.
FINC3019 The unit considers who trades, why they trade and how trading takes
Fixed Income Securities place. It examines how technology and regulatory changes affect
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hr lecture trading behaviour. The unit introduces students to market
and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorial participation (10%) ;
mid-semester exam (20%); group project (20%); final exam (50%)
microstructure research. By studying and critiquing the academic
literature, students become familiar with the research questions which
This unit is designed to provide a thorough grounding of the concepts have examined and research methods used. This allows students to
and issues in fixed income securities, bond portfolio analysis and develop the necessary skills to design and undertake their own
closely related financial instruments in risk management. The unit research projects in the honours year.
begins with the basic analytical framework necessary to understand
the pricing of bonds and their investment characteristics (introducing FINC4101
fundamental concepts such as duration, yield and term structure). Finance Honours A
This will serve as the building block of more complicated corporate Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2
and derivative securities. Sectors of the debt market, including treasury Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Requirements for
securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed securities, and the Pass degree must be completed before entry to level 4000 honours units
of study.
convertible bonds are analysed. The use of derivatives and a selection
of special topics in Fixed Incomes are also discussed. The honours program in Finance is directed at producing extremely
high quality graduates who are capable of undertaking research in
FINC3020 finance, either via an advanced research degree at the Master's or
Financial Risk Management PhD level or in the financial community in technical/research-related
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr positions requiring both a high level of analytical skills and an ability
tutorial per week Assessment: mid-semester exam (20%), group project (30%),
final 3hr exam (50%)
to work independently. Graduates are highly sought by investment
banking, stockbroking, funds management and management
Risk is an integral part of financial decisions. Following the rapid consulting firms. Actual offerings in any year depend on staff
evolution of the discipline of financial risk management, analysts must availability. With approval, the equivalent of a semester unit can be
be prepared to assess the level of risk in the marketplace. This course taken from other disciplines or faculties. Students are required to write
explores the basic concepts of modelling, measuring and managing a research report in the style of an academic article but with a more
financial risks within the regulatory framework. Topics covered include extensive literature review. Candidates are encouraged to undertake
market risk (value-at-risk and expected loss), credit risk (single name, research of an original nature and of publishable quality. Typically the
portfolio, ratings and market based models, credit derivatives), liquidity subject areas relate to securities market micro-structure, investments
risk and operational risk. To overcome the rather quantitative nature and corporate finance, as these are the areas in which the Discipline
of the topics, the course relies heavily on practical based lab exercises has expertise and supervisory skills.
with emphasis on simulations, real life examples and case studies. Students who have completed majors in both Finance and Accounting,
Finance and Econometrics, Finance and Economics or Finance and
FINC3021 Marketing, and who are eligible to undertake fourth year honours
Mathematical Finance programs in at least one discipline area of their two majors, may be
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr eligible to undertake joint honours programs, subject to the approval
tutorial per week; Additional workshops as required. Assessment: Major
Assignments (20%), Mid-Semester Exam (20%), Group Presentation (10%),
of the Honours Coordinator in both disciplines. Candidates must enrol
Final Examination (50%) in FINC4102, FINC4103 and FINC4104 to complete the honours year.
The principle objective of this unit is to introduce students to the basic FINC4102
elements of mathematical finance. Students are exposed to key areas Finance Honours B
in the modern theory of finance and corporate financial policy with Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2
specific emphasis on their development and treatment from
mathematical and statistical foundations. The unit provides necessary See FINC4101
mathematical background. Topics that are introduced from a more
mathematical perspective include: principles of modern financial FINC4103
valuation and analysis; asset pricing theory and market efficiency; Finance Honours C
theory of portfolio selection and management; and measurement and Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2
management of financial risk. See FINC4101
FINC4104
Finance Honours D
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2
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See FINC4101 on surveying some of the environments that can potentially generate
risk, how these risks can impact various aspects of market composition
IBUS2101 and market participation, the integrity of business actors and their
International Business Strategy profitability and viability. The business environments surveyed include
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: the international financial system, government and regulation of
1 x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr workshop per week. Assessment: consulting project business activity, compliance risk, corporate social responsibility and
(30%), in-calss activities and quiz (10%), tutorial partication (15%), thought
sheet (15%), final exam (30%)
activism, as well as issues associated with country and political risk.
The aim of this unit of study is to understand how international firms IBUS3103
win and lose in global competition. Major topics include understanding Global Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
the differences in economic, political, legal, and cultural environments; Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1 x 1hr
building corporate capabilities and competencies for competitive tutorial/lab class per week. Assessment: Group presentation (15%); Group
assignment (35%); Individual assignment (20%); Final exam (30%)
advantage; choosing between equity and non-equity alliances,
Note: Students enrolled in the combined Law degrees are able to complete this
licensing and joint ventures; dealing with different industry structures unit in their third year of enrolment (full-time).
and government policies; challenges of operating in emerging
economies; managing across borders, including selecting effective Developing entrepreneurial and innovative businesses is very different
types of MNEs and subsidiaries; and managerial decision-making and to managing large established businesses especially in a global
internal MNE organisational design. context. In addition to exploring the special problems (and advantages)
associated with entrepreneurial small and medium enterprises (SMEs),
IBUS2102 the course will bring together the skills you have acquired across many
Cross-Cultural Management disciplines. In this unit, you will develop a funding proposal for a real
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: technology, invention or design and pitch that to a panel of potential
1x 2hr lecture and 1 x 1hr workshop per week Assessment: Participation investors. Topics include international entrepreneurship theory,
(10%); Individual assignment (40%); Team assignment (20%), Final exam (30%)
opportunity recognition and selection, developing an innovative
Critical to effective management in international and multi-cultural business strategy, and sourcing appropriate finance (whether angel,
business environments is an understanding of cultural differences venture capital, debt or corporate investment). Central to this course
and how to manage such differences. The aim of this unit of study is is the integration of theory and practice through workshop sessions,
to provide conceptual frameworks and evidence from practice that group work, and talks from industry professionals.
will develop an understanding of the ways in which cultures differ,
how these differences can impact on management, and how cultural IBUS3104
issues can limit organisational effectiveness. Strategies for managing Ethical International Business Decisions
and relatively harnessing cultural differences are also evaluated. Major Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hour seminar per week
Assessment: Group Project (30%); Final exam (30%) Individual participation
topics include the significance of culture in international management; (10%); In class case-studies (15%); Reflective Journals (15%)
the meaning and dimensions of culture; comparative international
management styles; managing communication across cultures; ethics In order to succeed in international business, both corporations and
and social responsibility in global management; cross-cultural individuals need broad decision-making abilities. Business
negotiation and decision-making; managing global teams; culture and decision-making tools yield more coherent and justifiable results when
international leadership; and developing the international and global used with an understanding of the ethical, social and environmental
manager. aspects of the process. This applies to various situations in the
international business setting including business relations with
IBUS3101 government, customers, employees, and NGOs. This unit is designed
International Business Alliances to look at these non-financial elements in the decisions made within
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1 x 1hr the international business context. Following the completion of this
workshop per week Assessment: Business Strategy Game (10%), Alliance unit, students will have enhanced skills and knowledge relevant to the
proposal (10%), Presentation (10%), Alliance case (10%), Participation (15%);
Mid term exam (20%); Final exam (25%)
understanding of ethical issues and ethical decisions making in
international business organizations.
The formation and implementation of successful global business
strategies involves alliances with a range of stakeholders including IBUS3106
international customers and suppliers, overseas agents, international International Business Special Project
franchisors and franchisees, international joint venture partners, and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3 hrs of seminars
international merger relationships. The aim of this unit of study is to per week Assessment: Research proposal (20%); Critique (10%); Instructor
updates (15%); Presentation (15%); Major research report (40%)
provide conceptual frameworks and evidence from practice that will
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must have
develop an understanding of the motivations underlying international achieved a credit average in these units and must have recieved permission to
alliances, the alternative approaches to alliance formulation and enrol from the Chair of the Discipline of International Business.
development, and the problems involved in promoting effective alliance
management. Major topics include the motivations for international The special project in International Business provides students with
business alliances, analysis of the advantages and disadvantages of an opportunity to undertake a supervised research project on an
different types of alliances, factors influencing the choice of alliance approved topic.
arrangements, alliance structure issues, partners selection and
relationship management, the reasons why alliances succeed or fail, IBUS3107
and the management of alliance processes. Business Negotiations
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 2hr lecture and 1 x 1hr
IBUS3102 tutorial Assessment: In-class exercises (30%); Mid Semester exam (20%);
Self-Appraisal (20%); Group Project (30%)
International Risk Management
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1 x 1hr
workshop per week Assessment: Workshops and case studies (50%); The purpose of this course is to help you understand the theory of
Individual learning modules (50%)
negotiation as it is practiced in a variety of strategic settings. The aim
This unit is designed to introduce students to the nature of risk is to help you feel more comfortable and confident with the negotiation
management, particularly the identification of risk, its analysis and process. The course is designed to be relevant to the broad spectrum
consequences for international business actors. Emphasis is placed of negotiation problems that are faced by managers but we use specific
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examples from international strategy such as M&A and joint ventures. management; (vi) Ethical issues in international management. In
The course will provide participants with an opportunity to develop addition to in-class discussion, the seminar will require a series of
skills experientially and to understand negotiation in useful analytic short papers analysing works of particular interest to individual
frameworks. Considerable emphasis will be placed on role-playing students. Candidates must enrol in IBUS4101, IBUS4102, IBUS4103,
exercises and case studies. and IBUS4104 to complete the Honours year.
Note: this unit will require your participation in a number of
negotiations. Preparation for these negotiations, which are a large IBUS4104
part of your grade, will require time-pressured reading of material in International Business Thesis
class. Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 3 hr seminars per week.
Assessment: Assessment of the thesis.
IBUS4101 Honours study in International Business is directed at the development
Special Topics in International Business of the analytical and conceptual skills required to conduct independent
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 3 hr seminars per week. research in the field. The primary focus of this unit is the conduct of
Assessment: Student participation in in-class discussion; short essay
assignments.
research and the writing of a thesis of some 15 to 20,000 words. In
addition students undertake Special Topics in International Business
(IBUS4101) and the Seminar in International Business (IBUS4103).
IBUS4101 studies the recent theoretical and applied literature in Candidates must enrol in IBUS4101, IBUS4102, IBUS4103, and
international business and management strategy.Topics are organised IBUS4104 to complete the Honours year.
around four key research themes:
(i) the boundaries of the multinational enterprise; INFS1000
Digital Business Innovation
(ii) internal organizational design and structure;
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes:
(iii) location decisions; 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr lab workshop per week Assessment: Groupwork
(iv) and competitive dynamics. (10%); Group project (25%); Mid-semester test (25%); Final exam (40%)
Specific topics include the critique of theoretical models in international The Digital Age, with its focus on information as a key business
business, including new institutional economics, internalization, resource, has changed the way Business Information Systems (BIS)
transaction cost, resource, path dependency, contracting and dynamic are viewed in organisations. They are now seen as enablers of
capability-learning approaches; the relationship between the new innovation where people supported by powerful technology are
trade theory, increasing return models and theories of the MNE, considered to be their most important component. This is because
including location tournament and clustering; the organizational design creativity, innovation and critical thinking cannot be outsourced or
of non-equity and equity strategic alliances, including the nature of easily acquired by competitors.
headquarters-subsidiary relations; investment incentives and country This unit is designed to develop your understanding of how businesses
impact of foreign direct investment; and competitive and strategic operate and shows how information systems support all aspects of
interaction of multinational enterprises. Candidates must enrol in business operations and management through integration of people,
IBUS4101, IBUS4102, IBUS4103, and IBUS4104 to complete the business processes and systems. You will be provided with an
Honours year. introduction to the state-of-the art theories, frameworks and models
to assist in understanding the nature and contribution of BIS in a range
IBUS4102
of organisational contexts including private, public and not for profit
International Business Research Methods
as well as virtual communities and social networks. With its emphasis
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 3 hr seminars per week.
Assessment: Assessment of research proposal.
on business rather than IT, this unit is suitable for all business and
non business majors and does not require prior IT-related experience.
Honours study in International Business is directed at the development If you want to learn how to use technology to become a more
of the analytical and conceptual skills required to conduct independent innovative and creative business professional and a global
research in the field. The focus of this unit is on understanding technology-savvy citizen this unit is for you!
research methodologies, the design of a research project and
preparation of a research proposal. In addition students undertake INFS2001
Special Topics in International Business (IBUS4101) and the Seminar IS for Performance Improvement
in International Business (IBUS4103). Candidates must enrol in Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture
IBUS4101, IBUS4102, IBUS4103, and IBUS4104 to complete the and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: In class Individual Tests (20%); In
class Group Worksheet Assessment (30%); Final examination (50%)
Honours year.
This unit is designed to help you understand how information systems
IBUS4103 (IS) can improve business performance relating to the conduct of
International Business Seminar accounting based transactions. It will provide you with the skills
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 3 hr seminars per week. necessary to identify and assess opportunities and understand the
Assessment: Student participation in in-class discussion; short-essay
assignments.
varied ways in which IS can assist in realising them. From an
end-to-end systems perspective you will gain knowledge of approaches
and methodologies related to the design, implementation, operation
IBUS4103 is a seminar required of students undertaking their Honours and control of IS applications. You will learn the importance of an
year in International Business. The seminar builds on the work in integrated approach to managing business functions including
IBUS4101 and considers selected issues of current importance in the accounting, sales and marketing, logistics and procurement where
field, including work related to the research of members of the multiple competing requirements often need to be balanced. You will
discipline and recently published cases. In addition topics may be develop expertise in structured design, including data modelling and
adjusted to reflect student interests and needs. Because of the focus process mapping, and specific skills in Microsoft Access and Microsoft
on current issues, the research of members of the discipline, and the Project.
interests of current students, topics covered will vary from year to
year. We would normally expect to deal with current issues in the INFS2010
following areas: (i)The link between firm structure and international Digital Information Design & Management
strategy; (ii) Analysis of changes in the international operating Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
environment; (iii) Current studies of entry modes and alliances; (iv) Assessment: Class activities (10%); Individual research project (20%); Group
assignment (30%); Final examination (40%)
Issues in international risk management; (v) Issues in cross cultural
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Organisations and individuals are often overwhelmed by the amount INFS3040

and diversity of digital information they need (or are required by law) Enterprise Systems & Integrated Business
to manage, maintain and share. INFS2010 focuses on organizational Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
information, content and knowledge management. You will be Assessment: Individual Assignment (20%); Group Activities (25%); Skills Test
introduced to the concepts and tools of information design and the (15%); Final Examination (40%)
systems that enable the acquisition, storage, access and distribution This unit provides you with an in depth understanding of the way in
of business information.You will gain knowledge and skills for Internet which implementation and use of large scale integrated Enterprise
publishing and information organization using semantic markup Systems change the nature of organisational capabilities, processes,
languages and taxonomies for managing the business record. Adopting and roles.You will understand the strategic role of Enterprise Systems
a design thinking approach, you will also gain hands-on experience in providing a platform for improved business operations and
of methodologies and tools for user-centred information design, productivity.
including contextual design, user-modelling and paper-based
You will gain considerable hands on experience with an enterprise
prototyping.
wide system, such as SAP, concentrating on the way in which such
systems support integrated business processes, such as
INFS2020
Procure-to-Pay and Order-to-Cash.
Business Process Modelling & Improvement
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr lab Through a combination of discussion and practical work, you will gain
workshop per week Assessment: Tests (20%), Group activities (10%), Group strong knowledge in both the organisational and technical aspects of
project (20%), Final examination (50%) Enterprise Systems and the implementation process. You will also
understand the relationships between business process change and
This unit provides you with an in depth understanding of business
best practice processes embedded in Enterprise Systems.
process modelling, analysis, design, and integration from the
management perspective. You will gain essential skills of business INFS3050
process management concepts such as process modelling, process Business Intelligence for Managers
improvement, and process integration that are required to achieve
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
high performing business processes in a service oriented business Assessment: Tutorial work (10%), Midsession exam (30%), Practical
environment. Building on the basic knowledge of business information assignment (20%), Final exam (40%)
systems and transactional processing cycles developed from other
units, in this unit you will attain considerable hands-on skills with To gain or maintain their competitive edge, more than ever before,
process modelling software tools organisations need to rely on high-quality information to support
decision making processes at all organizational levels. Business
INFS2030 Intelligence (BI) is now being recognized as one of the top business
e-Commerce Business Management priorities world-wide. While in the past, the term BI was used to
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr describe a very broad range of software applications, the latest thinking
tutorial per week Assessment: Case Study Analysis (30%), Group Project in this field emphasises IS support for human intelligence, in the
(30%), Final Exam (40%) context of business decision making. In this unit you will learn how to
model, integrate and analyse multidimensional data and will gain
INFS2030 presents a managerial focus to the developing business
hands-on experience in using a commercial BI platform. These
models of Internet Commerce and Business, providing you with a
practical skills, combined with in-depth analytical skills will enable you
detailed overview of the concepts, processes and techniques in
to help any organization (regardless of its size and industry domain)
business management that are being applied in the digital economy.
to derive more intelligence from its data, improve its performance and
A methodological approach to e-Commerce and e-Business models
ultimately, compete on analytics. Issues are explored from the business
is taken to support your understanding of the changing relationships
rather than the technology perspective. This unit does not require
between different technologies and business strategies essential for
prior programming experience.
a firm's performance. By taking an analytical approach to significant
real world cases, you will gain an in depth understanding of the way INFS3060
some of the most innovative companies are utilizing information Managing Digital Innovation Projects
networks. Design and modelling techniques common to practice are
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
taught and applied through your major project. An integrated approach per week Assessment: Group Project (40%); Individual Project (60%)
to the ethical, legal, social and technological dimensions of Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must seek
e-Commerce and e-Business support this Unit in the foundations for permission from the Discipline of Business Information Systems to enrol in this
online business management. unit.
The unit serves as a capstone for the extended (8 unit) Business

INFS3030
Information Systems (BIS) major and is structured around a semester
Information Protection and Assurance
long business innovation project. This project will consolidate and
Assessment: Individual Research Project (35%), Group Project (25%), Open extend your knowledge and skills for the critical analysis of business
Book Exam (40%) problems in an organisation and for the creative design of practical,
technology-enabled business innovations to address these problems.
This unit will introduce you to concepts, tools and techniques relating The project will allow you to demonstrate your ability to critically apply
to the protection and assurance of information and IT enabled and synthesise BIS tools, methods, models and frameworks with
information systems. Information and information related systems are business analysis, communication and research skills. On successful
valuable organisational assets and of critical importance in meeting completion of the unit the project deliverables will represent a portfolio
compliance obligations. This unit takes an interdisciplinary and of each student's capabilities to contribute to business innovation
multi-level approach that examines standards, frameworks and projects in their future employment. The assessment activities in this
methodologies for identifying, analysing and evaluating potential risk unit assume you have successfully completed BIS units describing
areas, critical control needs and assurance processes throughout the and utilising the following formal methods, knowledge and skills. BIS
information system lifecycle. In examining different stages of the tools and methods include a system approach to problem solving,
lifecycle, you will also learn about legal, professional and ethical systems analysis, business process modelling, data modelling and
responsibilities, corporate governance of information and information audits. Models and frameworks include professional codes
communication technologies and key stakeholders. The theoretical of conduct, industry standards (project management, change
and conceptual material covered in seminars is reinforced through management and governance) and best practices (eg COBIT).
problem based learning. Business skills include capabilities for: investigation and analysis;
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gathering information from physical, electronic and inter-personal (eg develop, defend, and sometimes eliminate, product markets. Emphasis
interviewing) sources; contributing to innovation projects as an is placed on identifying new ways of satisfying the needs and wants,
individual and in a team; and cross-cultural business communications and creating value for consumers. While this unit is heavily based on
in written, verbal and visual forms. theory, practical application of the concepts to "real world" situations
is also essential. Specific topics of study include: market segmentation
INFS3080 strategies; market planning; product decisions; new product
Business Information Systems Project development; branding strategies; channels of distribution; promotion
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Weekly meetings and advertising; pricing strategies; and customer database
with supervisor Assessment: Project reports (100%) management.
MKTG2112
Students complete a project in Business Information Systems.
Consumer Behaviour
INFS4101 Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
tutorial per week Assessment: Ongoing work portfolio (15%), Class participation
Business Information Systems Honours A (15%), Project interview transcripts (Individual component) (15%), Final project
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 group presentation (10%), Final project group report (20%), Midterm exam
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Requirements for (25%)
the Pass degree must be completed before entry to 4000 level honours units
of study. This unit examines the psychological, social, and cultural aspects of
consumer behaviour on the marketing decisions of public and private
This unit is part of the Honours in Business Information Systems. The organisations. Concepts and principles are drawn from disciplines
unit is intended to ensure that students have a sound grounding in such as cognitive psychology, social psychology, sociology,
research philosophy as is relevant to Business Information Systems. anthropology, and demography to discover and understand various
The unit is designed to develop a foundation for developing your aspects of consumer behaviour. Specific topics of study include:
knowledge and skills as researchers throughout the Honours year. cultural, demographic and psychographic influences; reference group
While the core will remain constant the focus of this unit may vary influences; household decision processes and consumption behaviour;
given the research requirements and interests of the students taking consumer perception and learning; motivation, personality and
the unit. emotion; consumer attitudes; and purchase decision processes.
INFS4102 MKTG2113
Business Information Systems Honours B Marketing Research
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
tutorial per week Assessment: Group project (planning and executing market
This unit will ensure that you have a solid understanding of research (18%); and analysing quantitative data (18%)), Tutorial participation
contemporary issues in BIS. You will analyse critical industry issues (10%); Research participation (6%); Exams (mid-semester (20%) and final
and evaluate the theoretical contributions that are available to address (28%))
these issues. You will have the opportunity to explore your own Fundamental to marketing is a requirement to understand who your
research interests and issues of concern to theory and practice. customers are and what they want. Marketing research is the essential
activity of discovering information and presenting it in a useful format
INFS4103
to marketing decision makers. This unit introduces the skills and
Business Information Systems Honours C
knowledge necessary to allow students to accurately formulate
research questions and then discover answers ensuring that these
This unit will ensure that you have a solid grounding in research are accurate, reliable and timely. Particular focus is given to different
methods of particular concern to BIS. You will develop skills required approaches to and aspects of data collection, including: qualitative
for data collection, analysis and presentation as well as for the research; secondary data collection; questionnaire design; sampling;
preparation and presentation of a BIS thesis. The knowledge you will experimental design; validity and basic data analysis.
acquire complements the Research Philosophy knowledge and skills
acquired in BIS Honours A. You will have the opportunity to explore MKTG3112
your own research interests. Marketing Communications
INFS4104 tutorial per week Assessment: Week 1 quiz (3%), Group presentation (35%),
5min presentation topic overview & workplan (5%), TV Buy case (20%),
Business Information Systems Honours D Research participation (2%), Final 2hr exam (35%)
This unit of study offers an introduction to and overview of current
This unit will ensure that you have a solid grounding in the theory and practice in marketing communications. It will include
management of BIS at a strategic level. It will help you develop an aspects of advertising in the main media (television, radio, print,
understanding of strategic BIS planning, implementation and evaluation outdoor, cinema), sales promotion, personal selling and new media,
at organisational and inter-organisational levels. You will explore the such as the Internet. It will provide students with a sound
potential impact of BIS in industry transformation. The unit provides theoretical/conceptual foundation as well as the strategic/practical
you with opportunities to explore your own research interests. perspectives of Marketing Communications planning and
implementation.
MKTG1001
Marketing Principles MKTG3114
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture New Products Marketing
and 1x 1hr tutorial per week Assessment: Group case study (20%),
Mid-semester exam (20%), Group presentation (20%), Tutorial participation
tutorial per week Assessment: group project (40%), mid-semester exam (20%),
(10%), Research component (2%), Final exam (28%)
tutorial participation (10%), research component (2%), final exam (28%)
This unit examines the relationships among marketing organisations New products and services are crucial to successful growth and
and final consumers in terms of production-distribution channels or increased profits in many industries. The goal is to help students learn
value chains. It focuses on consumer responses to various marketing how to develop and market new products and services in both the
decisions (product mixes, price levels, distribution channels, private and public sectors. A product development assignment is
promotions, etc.) made by private and public organisations to create,
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carried out to reinforce the material covered and to provide realistic MKTG3120
examples of how new products are designed, tested and launched. Building and Managing Brands
MKTG3116 tutorial per week Assessment: Tutorial work/participation; Mid-semester
International Marketing examination (20%); Group project - progress report (5%), presentation (15%)
and report (30%); Final examination (30%)
tutorial per week Assessment: Participation (18%), Case study presentation The most important intangible asset of any organisation is its brand
(15%), International marketing plan (written (20%) and presentation (15%)),
Examination (30%), Research componant (2%) or portfolio of brands. Marketers use an array of internal and external
communications approaches to deliver the brand's overall value
This unit introduces students to international marketing using the proposition and experience to its key stakeholders and target
marketing concept. It firstly considers environmental factors and then customers, and thereby build brand equity. Names, symbols, and
studies how marketing strategies are affected by those environmental slogans along with their underlying associations, perceived quality,
factors. It gives students an awareness and understanding of brand awareness, customer base and related proprietary resources
international marketing concepts and highlights their importance in a form the basis for brand equity. Most brands fail because of the lack
rapidly changing global economy. Additionally the unit develops of proper market research and analysis that enables the brand's core
students' skills in designing and implementing marketing strategies values to be articulated, accurate positioning strategies to be
in diverse international contexts. developed, and complete alignment to be achieved between internal
and external brand building communications. This unit helps students
MKTG3117 understand the concept of brand equity and the management of brand
Services Marketing assets by learning how to strategically create, position, develop and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr sustain brand equity.
tutorial per week Assessment: Group project (assignment (25%) re-submission
of group assignment (20%)); Participation (15%); Exam (38%), Research
componant (2%)
MKTG3121
Advertising: Creative Principles
This unit provides an understanding of the concepts and processes Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
specifically applicable to services marketing. Services are by nature tutorial per week Assessment: Group creative project (35%), Assignment
different from products, and therefore lead to a set of different (20%), Final 2hr exam (30%), Participation (13%), Research component (2%)
marketing challenges faced by service-based organisations such as Most organisations use advertising to introduce themselves, their
those in tourism, hospitality, health care, aviation, banking, financial, products and services to their existing and potential customers.
accounting, medical and legal services industries. The unit focuses Advertising is their public face and together with integrated marketing
on those aspects of services that require differential understanding communications and public relations is one of the three pillars of
and execution than in a product-marketing environment. Customer commercial communication.This subject explores the creative material
care, relationship marketing, and how to use service as a competitive that is developed and produced to contact, inform, educate and
advantage are the other primary areas of interest covered by the unit influence consumer decisions. Advertising is the point where
communication theory is put into practice. Through understanding the
MKTG3118
creative principles and practices of advertising personnel involved in
Marketing Strategy and Planning
marketing will be able to commission, evaluate and produce creative
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr material to professional industry standards. The subject addresses
tutorial per week Assessment: consultant group presentation (20%), rationale
for strategies - consultant group (10%), reflective journal entries (18%), topics such as the importance of creativity; messaging issues,
participation (10%), final exam (40%), reserch componant (2%) determining consumer insights; the creative potential and purpose of
different media; developing creative concepts; determining the
This course will focus on strategic and managerial aspects of advertising idea; producing the final creative material and taking it to
marketing. It will cover the development of innovative, business the marketplace.
models; segmentation, positioning and lifecycle strategies; and key
aspects of managing and organising marketing activities, and MKTG4101
measuring performance. The central theme is how marketing strategy Marketing Honours A
and its management can create superior and sustainable value for Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Coursework
both customers and shareholders. Assessment will reflect the Unit's and research.
strategic decision-making approach, requiring students to take on the Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
roles of marketing advisors and managers.
The honours program in Marketing provides specialist training for
MKTG3119 postgraduate research in marketing, and provides graduates with the
Public Relations Management analytical skills for solving problems in marketing practice.The program
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr consists of one coursework unit and a two-semester dissertation,
tutorial per week. Assessment: group public relations proposal (5%), group written under the supervision of one or more academic staff members.
public relations plan (35%), team marketing plan presentation (15%), online Marketing Honours A and B involve an expert led series of research
media assessment task (20%), final exam (25%) seminars which prepares students with the requisite skills to complete
Every organisation in the public and private sector makes use of public their dissertation. In addition, these seminars provide students with
relations in some form or another. Indeed, for many organisations and research skills that can be applied in either an academic or commercial
marketing professionals, the marketing function is dominated by a context.
mix of advertising, integrated marketing communications and public
relations. This subject develops the theoretical and applied knowledge MKTG4102
for students to better understand and use public relations. This subject Marketing Honours B
provides a detailed inspection of communication processes necessary Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Corsework
and research
for the management of organizational relationships with publics by
public relations practitioners. The subject addresses topics such as Marketing Honours B represents the second part of the semester 1
issues management, event management, media relations, ethics and seminar series. It will guide students as they find and narrow down a
public relations in commercial and not for profit entities to explore the thesis topic and will help them prepare for the thesis proposal
foundations of contemporary public relations management. presentation.
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MKTG4103 labour markets. At times of intense change and debate such as today,
Marketing Honours C it becomes all the more important to develop understandings of
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Coursework industrial relations policy which are intellectually rigorous; that is,
and research which are evidence-based, theoretically-explicit and
historically-informed. This unit is framed by these considerations.
Marketing Honours C and D provide students with the opportunity to
Particular topics may include: the development of policy; the nature
plan, conduct and report on their chosen dissertation topics. Students
of regulation; state and federal government policies; arguments for
work closely under their supervisor's) to complete this exciting
change; the influence of lobby groups; employer and union strategy;
challenging research project. The honours dissertation is expected to
work-family debates and policies; the working of tribunals and courts;
be a high quality piece of research, of sufficient standard to be
dispute settling procedures; the development of wage determination;
published independently in either marketing journals or conference
the outcomes and implications of policy change.
proceedings.
WORK2205
MKTG4104
Human Resource Processes
Marketing Honours D
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1hour
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Coursework tutorial per week Assessment: Academic Honesty Module (0%); In-class
and research. lecture content quiz (10%); In-class team debate (10%); Team debate paper
(20%); Major assignment (30%); Final exam (30%)
Marketing Honours C and D provide students with the opportunity to
Note: This is the compulsory unit of study for the Industrial Relations/Human
plan, conduct and report on their chosen dissertation topics. Students Resource Management major.
work closely under their supervisor's) to complete this exciting
challenging research project. The honours dissertation is expected to Building on the foundational coverage of Human Resource
be a high quality piece of research, of sufficient standard to be Management (HRM) issues and concepts provided in WORK1003,
published independently in either marketing journals or conference this unit provides an advanced understanding of key HRM concepts,
proceedings. processes and practices, including the employee psychological
contract; engagement, motivation and satisfaction; recruitment and
WORK1003 selection; learning and development; career planning and
Foundations of Work and Employment development; mentoring and coaching, performance management;
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture reward management; high involvement management, employee
and 1x 1 hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Participation (10%), short wellbeing; HRM and ethics; international HRM; and HRM system
essay (20%), major essay (40%), exam (30%) evaluation and change. The unit's 'micro'/psychological focus is
Note: This is the compulsory unit of study for the Industrial Relations/Human designed to complement and support the 'macro'/strategic focus taken
Resource Management major.
in the advanced elective unit WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies.
This unit draws on concepts from industrial relations and human
resource management to examine the interests and strategies of WORK2209
workers, unions, managers, employers and the state. It explores the Organisational Analysis and Behaviour
relationships between these parties as they seek to manage their Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1
environments and workplaces and to exercise control over each other. hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Participation (10%), essay (40%)
and exam (50%)
The unit enables students to understand how and why the
organisation, regulation and management of work are changing in The aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the actual
Australia and globally. As well as providing an introduction to all processes and structures that influence the way people behave in
aspects of the study of the employment relationship, this is the organisations. It examines different approaches beginning with the
foundation unit for a major in industrial relations and human resource individual (micro) level through to the organisational (macro) level. It
management. takes students through a range of topics including attitudes,
perceptions, organisational citizenship, workaholism, humour at work,
WORK2201 rumour/gossip, romance/sex in organisations, bullying and violence,
Foundations of Management group dynamics, organisational power and politics and organisational
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1 culture. At the end of the unit students have developed the ability to
hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Tutorial participation (10%), Tutorial reason, debate and critically examine a range of topical organisational
quizzes (10%), Essay (40%), Exam (40%)
issues.
Note: This is the compulsory unit of study for the Management major.
This unit serves both as a stand-alone unit for students who wish to WORK2210
obtain an overview of management methods and approaches and as Strategic Management
the basis of study for advanced and specialised undergraduate units Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1hour
listed in the Management major. It examines management as a tutorial hour per week Assessment: Test (10%), tutorial presentation (30%),
case study (30%), exam (30%)
process of planning, organising, leading and controlling the efforts of
organisational members and discusses how recent trends such as The aim of this unit is to critically examine the concept of strategy in
globalisation, economic change and the effects of new technology the management of organisations. It examines different approaches
have led to profound changes in how organisations are managed. It to strategy and strategic management and traces the development of
explores these issues with respect to both large and small, public and strategic management as an academic discipline. It takes students
private, and domestic and foreign organisations. though the classical strategic management process as it is presented
in most textbooks and it also introduces students to a range of current
WORK2203 debates in strategic management. This unit can be taken as a stand
Industrial Relations Policy alone introduction to strategy or as part of a broader program of study
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1hr in management.
tutorial hour per week Assessment: Academic Honesty Module (0%); Short
essay (20%); Mid Semester Exam (30%); Major essay (40%); Class participation
(10%)
WORK2211
Note: This is the compulsory unit of study for the Industrial Relations/Human
Human Resource Strategies
Resource Management major. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1
hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Essay (40%); Tutorial attendance
The aim of this unit of study is to provide an understanding of the and participation (10%); Group tutorial facilitation (10%); Exam (40%); Academic
institutions and processes engaged in the regulation of work and Honesty Module (0%)
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This unit examines the links between human resource management Because of the increasing significance of teamwork, this unit of study
and strategic management in different kinds of organisations, both in also provides an important foundation for further study in Management
Australia and overseas. It provides a critical and in-depth analysis of and Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management.
the human resource management theories, paying particular attention
to the concepts of strategy, people management and organisational WORK2219
performance. The unit considers contemporary and controversial Management and Organisational Ethics
issues in human resource management, which may include Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1
downsizing, outsourcing, knowledge management, governance and hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Individual reflection (15%); Individual
Essay (30%); Poster (25%); exam (30%); Tutorial attendance and preparation
social responsibility. (0%); Academic Honesty Module (0%)
WORK2215 Ethical issues are occupying an increasingly prominent place in work,

IR and HRM Practice organisation and management studies. This unit of study focuses on
Credit points: 6 Session: S2 Late Int Classes: 35-40 hours work experience ethical aspects of management and organisational practice. By
and 5/6 days, 9am-5pm Assessment: Role play (45%); Essay (45%); applying relevant ethical frameworks, students will be encouraged to
Participation (10%)
enhance their understanding of the role and responsibilities of
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Entry to the unit is
by application to the Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies Office and
management, the impact of organisations on employees and the
is on a merit basis. The application can be downloaded at: ethical implications of contemporary trends in employment. This unit
http://sydney.edu.au/business/__data/assets/word_doc/0003/62076/WORK2215_Application_Form_2010.doc builds on foundational units of study in Management, Industrial
Relations and Human Resource Management.
This unit is intended to go some way towards bridging the gap between
theory and professional life. The unit examines the theoretical basis WORK2221
of labour negotiation. It goes on to examine the process of bargaining Organisational Communication
drawing upon both literature and experience of industrial relations and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
human resource management practitioners. The process of advocacy tutorial per week Assessment: Case study (20%), Persuasive message and
and role of advocacy in Australian industrial relations is also examined. analysis (30%), Final 2hr exam (40%), Participation (10%)
Much of the unit is devoted to role-play negotiation exercises where
students apply the techniques that have been taught. Students also Communication is integral to many organisational processes; for
instance, effective planning, decision-making, negotiation, conflict
undertake a period of work experience. Entry to the unit is by
management, change management and leadership all rely upon
application to the Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies Office
effective communication by organisational actors. At the same time,
and is on a merit basis. The application can be downloaded at:
organisational communication has become more complex due to
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increasing levels of diversity in the workplace and an increasing
WORK2217 reliance on emergent and rapidly changing communication
International Human Resource Management technologies. Drawing on communication research models, theories
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1
and case studies, the unit will provide students with insight into how
hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Major Assignment (50%); Exam to manage the complexities of contemporary organisational
(40%); Tutorial Attendance (10%); Academic Honesty Module (0%) communication. The unit will focus primarily on internal organisational
communication and will examine communication processes at various
This unit considers the opportunities and challenges associated with
levels: interpersonal (dyadic), group and organisation.
managing employees in international and cross-cultural contexts, with
specific emphasis on international recruitment, selection, preparation, WORK2222
placement, management development, performance management, Leadership in Organisations
reward and remuneration in the international, multi-national and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1
trans-national corporation. Within the context of global labour markets, hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Reflective journal (30%); Group film
the unit considers the implications of internationalisation and analysis (20%); Tutorial attendance and participation (10%); Final exam (40%);
globalisation for human resource management (HRM), the difference SPARK self and peer assessment (Failure to complete SPARK on time results
in a 2% penalty on your final mark)
between domestic and international HRM, and the challenges of
cross-cultural management. This unit will provide students with a Leadership is increasingly seen to be a key factor affecting the
theoretical understanding of IHRM and cross-cultural management, performance of contemporary organisations and is an important area
as well as a practical understanding of the issues and challenges of study in the fields of management and organisational behaviour.
associated with managing employees in international, global and While leadership principles are often associated with the work of senior
cross-cultural contexts. management, they also have potential application to all members of
organisations. This unit explores conventional and alternative
WORK2218 perspectives on leadership and also examines the practice of
People and Organisations leadership in diverse organisational contexts. Practitioner perspectives,
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture experiences and case studies of business leaders are also presented.
and 1x 1 hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Case Study Assignment
(30%); Group Presentation (10%); Group Feedback (5%); Major Group
The unit builds on foundational units of study in Management, IR and
Assignment (25%); Exam (30%); Academic Honesty Module (0%) HRM and International Business.
Contemporary organisations are characterised by a high degree of WORK2225

change. One of the most pervasive, and widely debated, changes in Work and Society
organisations has been the growing use of various forms of teamwork. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1
Contemporary forms of teamwork include project based teams, virtual hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Essay (40%), case study/minor essay
teams, and self managing teams and are found across a broad (25%), exam (35%)
spectrum of organisational types- from manufacturing to professional This unit examines how society and social processes have come to
service organisations.This unit of study introduces students to theories shape our view of work, jobs and occupations and how these views
about the impact of individual, group and organisational factors on have changed over time. It focuses on three key themes. The first
people and organisations and uses these concepts and theories to theme looks at how work impacts on our social identity and how the
examine the factors that can make working in and managing teams shaping of social identities have been a contested process. Second,
more effective. As such, People and Organisations is designed to it examines how the nature of work, job roles and work tasks has
provide students majoring in Business insight into a set of critical changed over time paying particular attention to the growth of skilled
issues that will impact their professional and business careers.
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services and professional work on the one hand and marginalised WORK4103
work on the other. Finally it examines the impact of technology on Industrial Relations & HRM Honours C
skill demands and considers the organisational and occupational Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2
foundations of working life as well as institutions that shape the world
of work. See WORK4101
WORK2227 WORK4104
Regulation at Work Industrial Relations & HRM Honours D
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2 hour lecture and 1x 1 Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2
hour tutorial hour per week Assessment: Essay (40%), workplace/company
exercise (25%), final exam (35%) See WORK4101
This unit of study examines the regulatory framework that exists around 2. Undergraduate unit of study descriptions: Sydney Law
paid work in Australia. It examines the development of employee and School (combined Law degrees only)
employer rights and responsibilities through the employment contract These units of study are only available to students enrolled in the
and labour law. It focuses on both individual and collective regulation following combined Law degrees:
of work in Australia paying particular attention to the industrial sphere,
• Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws
as well as health and safety and discrimination. Both the aim and
• Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Laws
purpose of industrial regulation and the impact of this regulation on
workplace relations is analysed. These units of study are listed alphanumerically by unit of study code.
WORK3921 LAWS1006
Theories of Work and Organisations Foundations of Law
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hour seminar per week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x1hr lec and 1x2hr
Assessment: Short essay (25%), Long essay (40%), Take-home exam (25%), seminar/wk Assessment: class participation (20%), 1 x case analysis (30%),
Class exercises and postings (10%) 1 x essay (50%)
This unit of study provides a foundation core for the study of law. We
This unit forms part of the Work and Organisational Studies honours aim to provide a practical overview of the Australian legal system, an
program. It introduces students to the roles of theory in science, introduction to the skills of legal reasoning and analysis which are
particularly social sciences and examines the development of different necessary to complete your law degree, and an opportunity for critical
models of theory development in the social sciences. The unit also engagement in debate about the role of law in our lives. The course
examines a selection of different theoretical approaches to explaining will introduce students to issues such as: (i) the development of judge
work and organisations. This is done so by identifying several different made and statute law, with a particular focus on English and Australian
issues or themes that have emerged in work and organisational studies legal history; (ii) the relationship between courts and parliament; (iii)
and discussing the manner in which these themes have been studied the role and function of courts, tribunals and other forms of dispute
and the consequent explanations that have emerged. resolution; (iv) understanding and interrogating principles of judicial
reasoning and statutory interpretation; (v) the relationship between
WORK3922 law, government and politics; (vi) what are rights in Australian law,
Researching Work and Organisations where do they come from and where are they going; (vii) the
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hour seminar per week development and relevance of international law. The course focus
Assessment: Pair Seminar Presentation (20%); Applied Research Report
(30%); Thesis Proposal (50%)
may be subject to change.
LAWS1012
This unit seeks to develop the skills, practices and understandings Torts
necessary to undertake a research-based thesis in work and Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Barbara McDonald, Mr Ross
organisational studies. Students gain an understanding of the Anderson Session: S1 Intensive, Semester 2 Classes: semester 1 (graduate
law): 3 x 2hr seminars for 6 weeks. semester 2 (combined law): 1x2hr lectures
theoretical basis and design requirements of the main qualitative and and 1x1hr seminars/wk Assessment: Combined Law: 1 x class test (30%); 1
quantitative approaches to research, as well as the techniques of x tutorial participation (10%) and 1 x 2hr exam (60%); Graduate Law: 1 x class
questionnaire design, interviewing, observation and documentary test (30%), 1 x 2hr exam (70%).
analysis. There is an emphasis on the development of methodological Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions:
expertise relevant to the students anticipated dissertation topic and S1 Intensive.
the preparation of a viable research proposal. This is a general introductory unit of study concerned with liability for
civil wrongs. The unit seeks to examine and evaluate, through a critical
WORK4101
and analytical study of primary and secondary materials, the function
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours A
and scope of modern tort law and the rationale and utility of its
Credit points: 12 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Coursework;
Dissertation
governing principles. Particular topics on which the unit will focus
include:
(a) The relationship between torts and other branches of the common
The primary focus is on an original dissertation of approximately 20,000 law including contract and criminal law;
words to be submitted at the end of Part B. In addition, students must (b) The role of fault as the principal basis of liability in the modern law;
undertake coursework as specified. Candidates must enrol in
(c) Historical development of trespass and the action on the case and
WORK4102, WORK4103 and WORK4104 to complete the honours
the contemporary relevance of this development;
year.
(d) Trespass to the person (battery, assault, and false imprisonment);
WORK4102 (e) Trespass to land and private nuisance;
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours B (f) The action on the case for intentional injury;
(g) Defences to intentional torts;
See WORK4101 (h) Development and scope of the modern tort of negligence, including
detailed consideration of duty of care and breach of duty and causation
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and remoteness of damage with particular reference to personal and class participation (10%), 1x research problem (30%) and 1x 2hr open book
psychiatric injury; exam (60%)
(i) Compensation for personal injuries, including special and alternative This unit of study is designed to introduce the general principles of
compensation schemes; criminal law in NSW, and to critically analyse these in their
(j) Injuries to relational interests, including compensation to relatives contemporary social and political context. In order to achieve this, the
of victims of fatal accidents; unit will consider a range of theoretical literature as well as critical
(k) Defences to negligence. commentary, and will focus on particular substantive legal topics in
problem-centred contexts. Although the topic structure is necessarily
LAWS1013 selective, it is intended that students will gain a broad understanding
Legal Research I of crime and justice issues, as well as of the applications of the criminal
Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Graeme Coss Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 law. Students will encounter problem-based learning and will be
Classes: 6x1hr seminars Assessment: Satisfactory attendance, WebCT-based encouraged to challenge a range of conventional wisdom concerning
quizzes and 1x in-class exam the operation of criminal justice. This unit of study is designed to assist
Note: Semester 1 classes are for Combined Law candidates in the faculties of students in developing: (1) A critical appreciation of certain key
Arts, Engineering and Science. Semester 2 classes are for Combined Law concepts which recur throughout the substantive criminal law. (2)
candidates in the Faculty of Economics & Business.
knowledge of the legal rules in certain specified areas of criminal law
This is a compulsory unit taught on a pass/fail basis. The aim of the and their application. (3) preliminary knowledge of how the criminal
unit is to introduce you to finding and citing primary and secondary law operates in its broader societal context. (4) Through following the
legal materials and introduce you to legal research techniques. These process of proof in a criminal prosecution and its defense, to
are skills which are essential for a law student and which you will be understand the determination of criminal liability. The course has a
required to apply in other units. critical focus and will draw on procedural, substantive, theoretical and
empirical sources. The contradictions presented by the application of
LAWS1014 legal principle to complex social problems will be investigated.
Civil and Criminal Procedure
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof David Hamer Session: LAWS1017
Semester 1 Classes: 2x2hr seminars/wk for 10 weeks Assessment: 1x optional Torts and Contracts II
non-redeemable take home exam (30%) and 1x 2hr final exam (70% or 100%) Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Barbara McDonald, Mr
Ross Anderson Session: Semester 2, Winter Main Classes: 1x2hr lecture and
This unit of study aims to introduce students to civil and criminal 1x1hr tutorial/wk Assessment: 1 xx 2000w assignment or class test (30%):
procedure. It is concerned with the procedures relating to civil dispute tutorial participation (10%); 1x 2 hour exam (60%).
resolution and criminal justice which are separate to the substantive
hearing. The unit will consider the features of an adversarial system The laws of tort and contract frequently overlap in practice and are
of justice and its impact on process. Recent reforms to the adversarial increasingly regulated by statute. This unit aims to develop the
system of litigation will be explored. The civil dispute resolution part integrated study of the law of obligations and remedies. It builds on
of the unit will cover alternative dispute resolution, the procedures for the introduction to tort and contract law which students have acquired
commencing a civil action, case management, gathering evidence in Torts and Contracts. It will include the study of more advanced
and the rules of privilege. Criminal process will be explored by topics in both areas and the impact of related statutory liability and
reference to police powers, bail and sentencing. The course focuses remedies. Topics:
on practical examples with consideration of the applicable legislation, (a) Concurrent, proportionate and vicarious liability;
ethics, and contextual and theoretical perspectives. (b) Tortious interference with goods;
(c) Liability for misrepresentation in tort, contract and under statute
LAWS1015
(eg statutory duties, s 52 Trade Practices Act 1974 (Cth));
Contracts
(d) Liability for economic loss in tort, including some comparative
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Greg Tolhurst Session: Semester
1, Summer Early Classes: 2x2hr lectures or tutorials/wk Assessment: class study;
participation (10%), 1 x take-home assignment due week 7 (30%), 1 x 2hr final (e) Detailed consideration of causation and remoteness of damage
exam (60%) in tort and contract;
Contract law provides the legal background for transactions involving (f) Damages for breach of contract;
the supply of goods and services and is, arguably the most significant (g) Unfair dealing in contracts and vitiating factors: mistake,
means by which the ownership of property is transferred from one misrepresentation, duress, undue influence, unconscionable conduct.
person to another. It vitally affects all members of the community and This topic includes a study of equitable principles and statutory rights.
a thorough knowledge of contract law is essential to all practising
lawyers. In the context of the law curriculum as a whole, Contracts LAWS1018
provides background which is assumed knowledge in many other International Law
units. The aims of the course are composite in nature. The course This unit of study is not available in 2011
examines the rules that regulate the creation, terms, performance, Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Timothy Stephens (Combined), Mr
breach and discharge of a contract. Remedies and factors that may Ross Anderson (Graduate) Session: Semester 1, Semester 2b, Summer Early,
vitiate a contract such as misrepresentation are dealt with in Torts Winter Main Classes: 1x2hr lecture and 1x1hr tutorial/wk (combined), 3x4hr
seminars/wk for 3 weeks and 1x3hr seminar in week 13 (graduate)
and Contracts II. The central aim of the course is to provide an Assessment: Combined: 1x2000w assignment (30%), tutorial participation
understanding of the basic principles of contract law and how those (pass/fail), 1x2hr final exam (70%). Graduate: 1x1hr class test (25%), 1x2hr
principles are applied in practice to solve problems. Students will exam (75%).
develop the skills of rules based reasoning and case law analysis. A Note: Available to candidates proceeding under the new LLB resolutions.
second aim is to provide students an opportunity to critically evaluate
The unit of study is a general introduction to private international law
and make normative judgments about the operation of the law.
and public international law and the relationship between these
Successful completion of this unit of study is a prerequisite to the
disciplines. The following private international law topics receive
elective unit Advanced Contracts.
detailed treatment: (1) Nature, function and scope of private
international law; (2) Jurisdiction, including discretionary non-exercise
LAWS1016
of jurisdiction; (3) Substance and procedure; (4) Proof of foreign law;
Criminal Law
(5) Exclusionary doctrines; and (6) Choice of law in tort. The following
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Arlie Loughnan, Mr Graeme Coss
Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2x2hr seminar/wk for 10 weeks. Assessment: public international law topics receive detailed treatment: (1) Nature,
function and scope of public international law, including the relationship
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between public international law and municipal law; (2) Sources of Australia. It is broader than either of these subjects because its focus
public international law; (3) State jurisdiction, including civil and criminal is on generic issues of governance and accountability. The unit begins
jurisdiction and jurisdictional immunities; and (4) State responsibility, with a study of representative and responsible government under the
including diplomatic protection, nationality of claims and exhaustion Australian constitutional system. Also considered is the potential role
of local remedies.Available to candidates proceeding under the new of the judiciary in applying a bill or charter of rights to both the
LLB resolutions. executive and the legislature. The unit then examines the nature of
judicial power and the extent to which the separation of judicial power
LAWS1019 provides protections for individuals. The focus then moves to the
Legal Research II executive: the composition of the executive, its powers and how the
Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Graeme Coss Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 executive is made accountable through Parliament, judicial review,
Classes: 4 x 2hr seminars Assessment: Satisfactory attendance and 1x class merits review and investigative tribunals, and open government.
exam
Note: Semester 1 classes are for Combined Law candidates in the faculties of 3. Undergraduate unit of study: Sydney Medical School
Arts, Engineering and Science. Semester 2 classes are for Combined Law (combined Medicine and Surgery degrees only)
candidates in the Faculty of Economics & Business.
These units of study are ONLY available to students enrolled in the
This is a compulsory unit taught on a pass/fail basis. It is a continuation following combined Medicine and Surgery degrees:
of Legal Research I and covers advanced searching techniques and
the use of Lexis.com, Westlaw and other complex commercial • Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor
of Surgery
databases. The purpose of this unit is to further develop the skills you
• Bachelor of Economics and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor
will need as a law student and to introduce you to the legal research of Surgery.
skills you will need after graduation.
These units of study are listed alphanumerically by unit of study code.
LAWS1021
Public Law SMTP3007
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Nicola Franklin Session: Semester SMTP Elective I
2, Summer Late Classes: 2x2hr seminars/wk for 10 weeks Assessment: 1 x Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int Classes: project work Assessment: Report
2,500w assignment (35%) and 1 x 2hr exam (65%) describing the elective topic or activities
This unit is designed to introduce students to the principles and
structures that underpin constitutional and administrative law in
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20. Postgraduate coursework programs: Commerce
This section outlines the Commerce postgraduate coursework *Graduates with a bachelor’s degree qualification in Commerce or
programs as follows: Business may receive between one and four unit-specific waivers
from foundational units and may then undertake up to 12
1. Master of Commerce non-foundational units, including a maximum of two specialisations.
** With permission, students who achieve a WAM of 75%+ in a

2. Graduate Diploma in Commerce minimum of four units in the Master of Commerce (24 credit points)
have the possibility of undertaking either an assessable work
3. Graduate Certificate in Commerce integrated learning unit (six credit points) or a commerce business
For details of the combined Master of Commerce programs please project (12 credit points). See the ‘Specialisations’ entry for further
refer to the relevant chapters as follows: details.
• For the Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics Management 2. Graduate Diploma in Commerce
please refer to Postgraduate combined coursework master’s To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Commerce, students complete
degrees: Commerce and Logistics Management
a total of eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising:
• For the Master of International Business and Master of Commerce
please refer to Postgraduate combined coursework master’s • four foundational units of study (24 credit points)
degrees: International Business and Commerce • four elective units of study (24 credit points) selected from the
units listed under the ‘Commerce areas of specialisation’
Overview of the courses (excluding foundational units).
Course CRICOS Course Course title 3. Graduate Certificate in Commerce
To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Commerce, students
FC066 019181A MCom Master of Commerce complete a total of four foundational units of study (24 credit points).
FF014 019182M GradDipCom Graduate Diploma in Commerce
FG003 023939C GradCerCom Graduate Certificate in Commerce
Foundational units of study
Master of Commerce students complete between four and six
The Commerce programs draw on the strengths of the Faculty of foundational units. Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma and
Economics and Business to assist students to develop the advanced Graduate Certificate in Commerce complete only four foundational
skills and knowledge required for a high-level position in industry, units.
commerce, and government. These programs offer specialised
All students must enrol in the foundational unit of study ECOF5010
education in one or two of the following areas: accounting, banking,
Academic and Professional Communication in their first semester of
business law, economics, finance, integrated business solutions,
study. Students demonstrating a high level of proficiency in academic
international business, logistics and supply chain management,
communication by means of a proficiency test administered at the
management and organisations, marketing, quantitative business
time of enrolment may be eligible for a waiver from the unit.
analysis, quantitative finance, strategy and innovation and project
management. The available foundational units are as follows:
Credit points required for completion and duration • ECOF5010 Academic and Professional Communication
• ACCT5001 Accounting Principles
Course title Credit Duration (minimum) • CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business
points • ECON5000 Economics for Commerce *
Master of Commerce 72 1.5 years full-time • ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics
3 years part-time
• FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance
• IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
Graduate Diploma in Commerce 48 1 year full-time • INFS5001 Project Management
2 years part-time • MKTG5001 Marketing Principles
Graduate Certificate in 24 0.5 years full-time • TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Commerce
1 year part-time
• WORK5003 Management and Organisations
* For students who wish to undertake units offered within the

Course structures and progressions Economics specialisation, including a specialisation in Economics, a
High Distinction (HD) grade (a mark of 85% or higher) in ECON5000
Course requirements
can be used to satisfy the core unit ECON5001 requirement. Students
1. Master of Commerce who take ECON5000 instead of ECON5001 and receive a grade lower
To be awarded the Master of Commerce, students complete a total than HD will not be permitted to undertake the Economics
of 12 units of study (72 credit points), including: specialisation.
• four to six foundational units of study (24 to 36 credit points)* Specialisations

• a specialisation selected from the ‘Commerce areas of
specialisation’ ** 1. Master of Commerce
• an optional second specialisation (different to that chosen as a Students complete at least one specialisation as a requirement for
first specialisation); OR the Master’s degree. For a specialisation, students complete a
• any additional elective units of study from the specialisations prerequisite foundational unit of study (six credit points) and at least
required to make 72 credit points in total for the degree (excluding four units of study including the capstone unit for the specialisation
foundational units).

(minimum of 24 credit points). The foundational unit for a specialisation To meet accreditation requirements, students will need to include the
is completed within a student’s first semester of study and the capstone following units of study as part of their Master of Commerce (subject
unit for the specialisation is completed in a student’s final semester to meeting degree requirements):
of study.
1. CPA Australia accreditation *
Students select their specialisation and/or electives from the following
areas: • ACCT5001 Accounting Principles
• ACCT5002 Managerial Accounting and Decision Making
• Accounting • ACCT6001 Intermediate Financial Reporting
• Banking • ACCT6010 Advanced Financial Reporting
• Business Law • ACCT6014 Designing Accounting Systems OR INFS6001
• Economics Managing Information and Systems
• Finance • CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business
• Integrated Business Solutions • CLAW6002 Corporations Law
• International Business • ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management • ECON5001 Microeconomic Theory
• Management and Organisations • ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory
• Marketing • FINC5001 Capital markets and Corporate Finance
• Project Management
• Quantitative Business Analysis * Note. From 2004, CPA Australia has allowed students the option of
• Quantitative Finance completing auditing and taxation units of study as part of their degree
• Strategy and Innovation at university or as postgraduate studies within their CPA program.
Students who achieve a WAM of 75%+ in a minimum of the first four 2. ICAA accreditation
units in the Master of Commerce (24 credit points) have the possibility
of undertaking one of the following:
• ACCT5002 Managerial Accounting and Decision Making
(i) an assessable work integrated learning unit (six credit points). • ACCT6001 Intermediate Financial Reporting
• ACCT6007 Contemporary Issues in Auditing
Access to this unit will be subject to the availability of suitable
• ACCT6010 Advanced Financial Reporting
placements, with available placements offered on a competitive basis • CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business
and subject to WAM performance and interview by the Program • CLAW6002 Corporations Law
Director; OR • CLAW6026 Concepts of Australian Taxation
• FINC5001 Capital markets and Corporate Finance
(ii) a commerce business project (12 credit points). Access to these
units will be subject to the availability of suitable project opportunities, As recent changes have occurred in the core knowledge area
with available places offered on a competitive basis and subject to requirements of both professional bodies, students should check each
WAM performance and interview by the Program Director. of the ICAA and CPA Australia websites for current requirements for
associate membership and further professional program requirements
Refer to the 'Commerce areas of specialisation' for details of units to achieve CPA or CA status. In addition, they can seek advice from
available in each specialisation subject area and requirements for the CPA/ICAA accreditation liaison officer in the Discipline of
each specialisation. Accounting.
2. Graduate Diploma in Commerce
Progression guides
Graduate Diploma students select their elective options from the units
The following tables show degree progression examples for a student
of study listed under the following specialisation subject areas. If
enrolled in the Commerce Master’s degree, Graduate Diploma or
students choose all four electives from one subject area this will not
Graduate Certificate.
constitute a specialisation. Specialisations are only awarded at the
master’s level. Note. Foundational units cannot be selected as 1. Master of Commerce
electives for this course. (i). The following table shows an example degree progression for a
student who wishes to attain one specialisation in the Master of
Refer to the 'Commerce areas of specialisation' for details of units
Commerce on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study per
available in each specialisation subject area.
semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
Professional accreditation program requirements 'Semester'.)
Australian Computer Society (ACS) accreditation Year Sem Units of study

Students planning to satisfy the accreditation requirements of the ACS
1 1 foundational foundational foundational ECOF5010
should include in their degree a prescribed set of units of study, (articulates to Academic and
including a major in Integrated Business Solutions offered by the specialisation) Professional
Communication*
Discipline of Business Information Systems. The required units of
study are listed below: 2 specialisation specialisation foundational foundational
OR elective OR elective
• The foundational unit of study INFS5001 Project Management 2 1 specialisation capstone for elective elective
and two other foundational units of study specialisation
• At least five ‘INFS’ coded 6000-level elective units of study,
including INFS6020 (30 credit points) * Students who receive a waiver for the requirement to complete
ECOF5010 would complete an alternative foundational unit in this
Professional accreditation in accounting example.
Students seeking associate membership with CPA Australia or the
Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA) should complete (ii). The following table shows an example degree progression for a
the Master of Professional Accounting as this program is accredited student who wishes to attain two specialisations in the Master of
by both CPA Australia and ICAA. Depending on their choice of units Commerce on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study per
of study, however students enrolled in the Masters of Commerce or semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
a combined Master of Commerce program, may also meet some (and 'Semester').
in some cases ,all) of the core knowledge areas required for associate
membership with the professional Accounting bodies.
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Year Sem Units of study the most up to date information on unit of study availability as
well as timetabling information for each unit of study, which is
1 1 foundational foundational foundational ECOF5010 currently offered.
(articulates to (articulates to Academic and
specialisation specialisation Professional • Non-foundational units of study can only be used to meet the
A) B) Communiation* requirements for a single specialisation (i.e. cannot be counted
2 specialisation A specialisation A specialisation specialisation B
towards two separate specialisations). For example, FINC6000
B cannot be counted towards both a Finance and Quantitative
Finance major.
2 1 specialisation A capstone for specialisation capstone for
specialisations B specialisation B • Students should refer to the ‘Table of postgraduate units of study:
A Commerce coursework programs’ for details of prerequisites,
corequisites and other requirements for the individual units of
* Students who receive a waiver for the requirement to complete study listed under the following specialisations.
example. Accounting
To be awarded a specialisation in Accounting, students complete five
The Faculty of Economics and Business website illustrates other units units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
of study progression sequences for specific specialisations for the
Master of Commerce. This information can be accessed at (i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
sydney.edu.au/business/courses/MCom/.
2. Graduate Diploma in Commerce
(ii) three elective units of study (18 credit points) selected from the
The following table shows a course progression example for a student following units of study:
enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Commerce on a full-time basis
completing four units of study per semester. (Note: In this example • ACCT5002 Managerial Accounting and Decision Making
table 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'. • ACCT6001 Intermediate Financial Reporting
• ACCT6002 International Accounting
Please Note: Students cannot be awarded a specialisation in the • ACCT6003 Financial Statement Analysis
Graduate Diploma. • ACCT6005 Management Control Systems
• ACCT6006 Advanced Managerial Accounting
Year Sem Units of study • ACCT6007 Contemporary Issues in Auditing
1 1 foundational foundational foundational ECOF5010 • ACCT6014 Designing Accounting Systems
Academic and
Professional • ACCT6015 Extended Performance Reporting
Communication* • ACCT6116 Corporate Collapse *
2 elective elective elective elective • ACCT6118 Public Sector Accounting
* Students who receive a waiver for the requirement to complete (iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
ECOF5010 would complete an alternative foundational unit in this • ACCT6120 Corporate Governance and Accountability
example.
Units marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
3. Graduate Certificate in Commerce
The following table illustrates a course progression example for a Banking
student enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Commerce on a full-time To be awarded a specialisation in Banking, students complete five
basis completing four units of study per semester. (Note: In this units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
example table 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
(i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points)*, as follows:
1 1 foundational foundational foundational ECOF5010
Academic and (ii) three compulsory units of study (18 credit points), as follows:
Professional
Communication*
• ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory
• BANK6002 Bank Management
* Students who receive a waiver for the requirement to complete
example. (iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
Please Note. The information listed in these examples is based on • BANK6003 Global Supervision of Bank Risks
Students are usually able to complete the units of study in different * Additional foundational units and ECON5001 are required to be
sequences to those listed (including enrolling in units in Summer or completed as prerequisites for many of the compulsory units for this
Winter School sessions when available). Students are advised to plan specialisation. Refer to the Table of postgraduate units of study:
their degree based upon their individual needs and to contact the Commerce coursework programs for further details of specific
faculty’s Student Information Office if they need any assistance in prerequisite requirements.
planning their progression in their course.
Business Law
Commerce areas of specialisation To be awarded a specialisation in Business Law, students complete
five units of study (minimum of 30 credit points) comprising:
In relation to these areas of specialisation, please note the following:
• The units of study listing under the following subject areas were (i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
approved for each specialisation at the time of printing. Students • CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business.
may also include any units of study, which are additional to those
currently listed, which appear under these subject areas in the (ii) three elective units of study (18 credit points) selected from the
faculty handbook/website in subsequent years. The availability
following units of study:
of units of study may change and students should check the
faculty website (sydney.edu.au/business/) regularly as it contains • CLAW6005 Regulation of Capital Markets
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• CLAW6006 Insolvency Law Integrated Business Solutions

• CLAW6007 Issues in Law and International Business To be awarded a specialisation in Integrated Business Solutions,
• CLAW6026 Concepts of Australian Taxation students complete five units of study (30 credit points) comprising:
• CLAW6028 Corporate Governance, Law and Ethics
• CLAW6029 Concepts of Chinese Taxation (i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
(iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows: • INFS5001 Project Management
• CLAW6002 Corporations Law (ii) three elective units of study (18 credit points) selected from the
Economics
To be awarded a specialisation in Economics, students complete five • INFS6001 Managing Information and Systems
units of study (minimum of 30 credit points) comprising: • INFS6002 Strategic Information Systems Management
• INFS6004 Information Systems Change Management
(i) one prerequisite unit of study (six credit points), selected from the • INFS6012 Business Process Integration
following options: • INFS6013 Information Risk, Governance and Assurance
• INFS6015 Business Process Management
• the foundational unit of study - ECON5000 Economics for • INFS6016 Technology-Enabled Business Innovation
Commerce (with a grade of HD – minimum of 85%); OR • INFS6017 Strategic Information and Knowledge Management
• ECON5001 Microeconomic Theory. • INFS6018 Managing Business Intelligence
• INFS6101 Information Systems Research A
(ii) one compulsory unit of study (six credit points), as follows: • INFS6106 Information Systems Research B
• ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory (iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
(iii) two elective units of study (12 credit points) selected from the • INFS6020 BIS Innovation, Transformation and Change
Students seeking Australian Computer Society Accreditation at
• ECON6006 Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour Professional level will need to take a total of six 'INFS' units (including
• ECON6008 International Money and Finance the foundational unit INFS5001), see 'Accreditation program
• ECON6009 Economics of the Labour Market
requirements' for further details.
• ECON6010 Public Economics
• ECON6016 Trade and Development
• ECON6018 Environmental Economics
• ECON6021 Financial Economics To be awarded an specialisation in International Business, students
• ECON6023 International Trade complete five units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
• ECON6024 Private Equity
• ECON6025 Strategic Decision Making (i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points),as follows:
• ECON6027 Experimental Economics
• IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
• ECON6101 Special Topic in Economics
(ii) two compulsory units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
(iv) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
• ECON6026 Strategic Business Relationships
• IBUS6002 Cross-Cultural Management.
Finance
(iii) one elective unit of study (six credit points) selected from the
To be awarded a specialisation in Finance, students complete five following:
units of study (30 credit points) comprising:
(i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points), as follows: • CLAW6007 Issues of Law and International Business
• FINC6013 International Business Finance
• FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance. • IBUS6003 Managing International Risk
(ii) one compulsory unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
• IBUS6005 Ethical International Business Decisions
• FINC6001 Intermediate Corporate Finance • IBUS6006 Comparative International Management
(iii) two elective units of study (12 credit points) selected from the • IBUS6008 Export Management
following units of study: • IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation
• FINC6000 Quantitative Finance • MKTG6013 International and Global Marketing
• FINC6003 Broking and Market Making
• FINC6005 Advanced Asset Pricing (iv) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
• FINC6007 Financial Strategy
• IBUS6010 Global Business Management *
• FINC6009 Portfolio Theory and its Applications
• FINC6010 Derivative Securities
• FINC6014 Fixed Income Securities
Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• FINC6015 Global Trading
• FINC6016 Financial Instruments and Markets To be awarded a specialisation in Logistics and Supply Chain
• FINC6017 Mergers and Acquisitions Management, students complete five units of study (30 credit points),
• FINC6019 Financial Modelling comprising:
• FINC6022 Behavioural Finance.
(i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points) completed in the
(iv) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows: first semester of enrolment, as follows:
• FINC6021 Corporate Valuation • TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
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(ii) one compulsory unit of study (six credit points), as follows: • MKTG6017 Retail Marketing *
• MKTG6018 CRM-Customer Relationship Management *
• TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics • MKTG6020 Business Marketing
• MKTG6103 Services Marketing
(iii) two elective units of study (12 credit points) selected from the • MKTG6104 The Psychology of Business Decisions
(iv) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
• TPTM6130 Transport and Logistics Management
• TPTM6160 Aviation Management and Logistics • MKTG6003 Marketing Strategy.
• TPTM6180 Geographical Information Systems
• TPTM6190 Logistics Systems Units marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
• TPTM6200 Maritime Logistics
• TPTM6210 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM Project Management
• TPTM6224 Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems To be awarded a specialisation in Project Management, students
• TPTM6260 International Logistics complete five units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
• TPTM6270 Innovation in Logistics and Supply Chains
• TPTM6310 Project Management in Supply Chains (i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points),as follows:
• TPTM6370 Manufacturing Logistics
• TPTM6380 Retail Logistics Management • INFS5001 Project Management
• TPTM6390 Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects
• TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation (ii) three elective units of study (18 credit points), selected form the
• TPTM6470 Sustainable Transport and Logistic Systems following:
• TPTM6495 Analysis Tools for Transport and Logistics.
• ECMT6510 Management Decision Making
(iv) one capstone unit of study (six credit points) completed in the final • IBUS6002 Cross-Cultural Management
semester of enrolment, as follows: • MKTG6004 New Product Development
• TPTM6260 International Logistics
• TPTM6170 Value Chain Management • WORK6118 Managing Communication in Organisations
Management and Organisations (iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
To be awarded a specialisation in Management and Organisations,
• INFS6030 Project Management in Practice
students complete five units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
(i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points),as follows:

Quantitative Business Analysis
To be awarded a specialisation in Quantitative Business Analysis,
• WORK5003 Management and Organisations students complete five units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
(ii) three elective units of study (18 credit points), selected form the (i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points),as follows:
following:
• ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics
• WORK6001 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour
• WORK6003 People, Management and Technology * (ii) three elective units of study (18 credit points), selected form the
• WORK6017 Human Resource Strategies following:
• WORK6018 International Industrial Relations
• WORK6026 Organisational Change and Development • ECMT6003 Applied Business Forecasting
• WORK6033 Organisational Sustainability • ECMT6007 Analysis of Panel Data
• WORK6108 International Dimensions of Human Resource • ECMT6008 Business Operations Analysis
Management • ECMT6510 Management Decision Making
• WORK6115 Managing Diversity at Work
• WORK6117 Managing HR and Knowledge Systems * (iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
• WORK6118 Managing Communication in Organisations
• ECMT6002 Econometric Applications
(iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
Quantitative Finance
• WORK6130 Leadership in Organisations To be awarded a specialisation in Quantitative Finance, students
complete five units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
(i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points),as follows:
Marketing
To be awarded a specialisation in Marketing, students complete five • ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics
units of study (30 credit points), comprising: (ii) three compulsory units of study (18 credit points), as follows:
(i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points),as follows: • FINC6000 Quantitative Finance
• ECMT6003 Applied Business Forecasting
• MKTG5001 Marketing Principles.
• ECMT6006 Applied Financial Econometrics
(ii) one compulsory unit of study (six credit points),as follows:
(iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows:
• MKTG6007 Consumer Behaviour.
• FINC6019 Financial Modelling
(iii) two elective units of study (12 credit points) selected from the
Strategy and Innovation
To be awarded a specialisation in Strategy and Innovation, students
• MKTG6001 Marketing Research Concepts complete five units of study (30 credit points), comprising:
• MKTG6004 New Product Development
• MKTG6005 Marketing Communications (i) one foundational unit of study (six credit points) selected from the
• MKTG6006 Creative Communications in Marketing following units of study:
• MKTG6013 International and Global Marketing
• MKTG6015 Electronic Marketing * • IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business; OR
• MKTG6016 Brand Management • WORK5003 Management and Organisations.
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(ii) three elective units of study (18 credit points), selected form the Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions
following:
Session code Description of how the unit will
• IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities and Start-ups be offered
• IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation 1a (7) the unit of study will run intensively in
• IBUS6013 Business Restructuring and Renewal the first half of Semester 1
• IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management 1b (8) the unit of study will run intensively in
• IBUS6016 Social Entrepreneurship the second half of Semester 1
• IBUS6017 Enterprise and the Creative Industries
2a (9) the unit of study will run intensively in
• IBUS6018 Business Negotiations the first half of Semester 2
• WORK6002 Foundations of Strategic Management
• WORK6026 Organisational Change and Development the second half of Semester 2
• WORK6111 Management Consulting *
• WORK6119 The Innovative Firm Semester 1 (non-standard start/end
dates)
(iii) one capstone unit of study (six credit points), as follows: S1 Late Intensive: S1 Late Int (61), the unit of study will run intensively in
S1 Late IntA (63), S1 Late IntB (64) Semester 1 (non-standard late
• IBUS6019 Advanced Strategy * and S1 Late IntC (65) start/end dates)
Units marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011. Semester 2 (non-standard dates)
S2 Intensive: S1 Late Int (51), S1 the unit of study will run intensively in
Units of study for Commerce coursework programs Late Ib (52), S1 Late IntA (53) and S1 Semester 2 (non-standard late
Late IntB (54) start/end dates)
General information relating to unit of study offerings Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
Late (44) session
time of printing of this handbook.
Winter School: Winter Main (11) the unit of study will be offered
intensively in the Winter School
The Faculty of Economics and Business website session
(sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits/) contains the most up to date
information on unit of study availability or other requirements. Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are
Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website delivered in non-standard ways. Sessions 6 and 5 have census dates
(sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units that correspond to sessions 1 and 2 respectively. Sessions 61, 63,
of study are run subject to demand. 64, 65, 51, 52, 53 and 54 are in the same half years as 6 and 5 but
Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either
Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive The units of study available for 2011 for these programs are detailed
mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table. under:
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Commerce coursework

programs
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Commerce coursework
programs

1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Commerce coursework programs
points
(i) For the Master of Commerce students complete between 24 and 36 credit points in foundational units of study.
(ii) For the Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate in Commerce students complete 24 credit points in foundational units of study.
All students enrol in ECOF5010 Academic and Professional Communication Skills in their first semester of study as one of their foundational units of study (unless
this requirement is waived).
ECOF5010 6 Semester 1
Academic and Professional Semester 2
Communication
ACCT5001 6 Semester 1
Accounting Principles Semester 2
Legal Environment of Business Semester 2
Summer Early
ECON5000 6 N ECON5001 Semester 1
Economics for Commerce Semester 2
ECMT5001 6 Semester 1
Principles of Econometrics Semester 2
FINC5001 6 Semester 1
Capital Markets and Corporate Semester 2
Finance
IBUS5001 6 Semester 1
Strategy, Innovation and Global Semester 2
Business
Project Management Semester 2
Summer Late
MKTG5001 6 Semester 1
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points
TPTM5001 6 N TPTM6155 Semester 1
Logistics and Supply Chain This is the foundation unit for all logistics management programs and should be completed in Semester 2
Management the first period of study. Students with extensive practical experience in the logistics industry
may apply to substitute another unit for TPTM5001.Please provide a CV and covering email
outlining your experience to Professor David Walters david.walters@sydney.edu.au.
WORK5003 6 Semester 1
Management and Organisations Semester 2
Specialisation subject areas
Accounting
To be awarded a specialisation in Accounting, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: ACCT5001; and
(ii) 18 credit points in elective units of study; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: ACCT6120.
Foundational unit of study
Managerial Accounting & Decision Semester 2
Making
Intermediate Financial Reporting Semester 2
ACCT6002 6 A ACCT6001 Summer Late
International Accounting P ACCT5001 Winter Main
This unit of study is being run by the Discipline of International Business. All enquiries should
be directed to the Discipline of International Business
ACCT6003 6 P ACCT5001 and FINC5001 Semester 1
Financial Statement Analysis Semester 2
Management Control Systems
Advanced Managerial Accounting
Contemporary Issues in Auditing Semester 2
Advanced Financial Reporting Semester 2
Designing Accounting Systems
Extended Performance Reporting
ACCT6118 6 A ACCT5001 Semester 1
Public Sector Accounting
Capstone unit of study
Corporate Governance and Semester 2
Accountability
Banking
To be awarded a specialisation in Banking, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: FINC5001; and
(ii) 18 credit points in compulsory units of study: ECON5002, BANK6002 and ACCT6003; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: BAN6003.
Finance
Macroeconomic Theory Semester 2
Summer Main
BANK6002 6 P ECON5001 and ECON5002 Semester 1
Bank Management Semester 2
ACCT6003 6 P ACCT5001 and FINC5001 Semester 1
Financial Statement Analysis Semester 2
Global Supervision of Bank Risks
Business Law
To be awarded a specialisation in Business Law, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
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points
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: CLAW5001; and
(iii) a six credit points capstone unit of study: CLAW6002.
Summer Early
Insolvency Law
Issues in Law and International
Business
Concepts of Australian Taxation N CLAW5002 Semester 2
Summer Early
Corporate Governance, Law and N ECOF6110, WORK6033
Ethics
Concepts of Chinese Taxation Semester 2
Corporations Law Semester 2
Summer Early
Economics
To be awarded a specialisation in Economics, students complete 36 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point unit of study: ECON5001 (or the foundational unit - ECON5000 with a grade of 'HD'); and
(ii) a six credit point compulsory six credit point unit of study: ECON5002; and
(iii) 12 credit points in elective units of study; and
(iv) a six credit point capstone unit of study: ECON6026.
NOTE: For students who wish to undertake units offered within the Economics specialisation, including a specialisation in Economics, a High Distinction (HD)
grade (a mark of 85% or higher) in ECON5000 can be used to satisfy the core unit ECON5001 requirement. Students who take ECON5000 instead of ECON5001
and receive a grade lower than HD will not be permitted to undertake the Economics specialisation.
Students complete ECON5001 (or the foundational unit - ECON5000 with a grade of 'HD')
ECON5001 6 N ECON5003, ECON5000 Semester 1
Microeconomic Theory Semester 2
Summer Main
Compulsory unit of study
Summer Main
ECON6006 6 P ECON5001 or ECOF5806 or ECOF6080 Semester 2
Market Structure and Strategic
Behaviour
ECON6008 6 P ECON5002 Semester 2
International Money and Finance
ECON6009 6 P ECON5001 and ECON5002 Semester 2
Economics of the Labour Market
Public Economics
ECON6016 6 P ECON5001 or ECON5002 Semester 2
Trade and Development
Environmental Economics
Financial Economics
International Trade
Private Equity
Strategic Decision Making
ECON6027 6 A ECMT5001 Semester 2
Experimental Economics P ECON5001
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points
Special Topic in Economics Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Students must seek written permission from the Chair of the Discipline of Economics to enrol
in this unit.
Capstone units of study
ECON6026 6 N ECOF5802, ECOF6050 Semester 1
Strategic Business Relationships Semester 2
Finance
To be awarded a specialisation in Finance, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: FINC5001; and
(ii) a six credit point compulsory unit of study: FINC6001; and
(iv) a six credit point capstone unit of study: FINC6021.
Finance
FINC6001 6 P FINC5001 Semester 1
Intermediate Corporate Finance Semester 2
FINC6000 6 A This unit requires students to have some background in calculus, matrix, statistics and Semester 1
Quantitative Finance probability. Semester 2
P FINC5001
N FINC5002
FINC6003 6 P FINC5001 or FINC5002 or FINC6000 Semester 2
Broking and Market Making
Advanced Asset Pricing
Financial Strategy
Portfolio Theory and its Applications
Derivative Securities Semester 2
Summer Early
International Business Finance
Fixed Income Securities
Global Trading
Financial Instruments and Markets
Mergers and Acquisitions N ACCT6011
Financial Modelling
Behavioural Finance Semester 2
Corporate Valuation
Integrated Business Solutions
To be awarded a specialisation in Integrated Business Solutions, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: INFS5001; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: INFS6020.
Summer Late
INFS6001 6 Semester 1
Managing Information and Systems Semester 2
INFS6002 6 A INFS5000 or INFS6001 Semester 2
Strategic Information Systems
Management
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points
Information Systems Change
Management
Business Process Integration
Information Risk, Governance &
Assurance
Business Process Management
Technology Enabled Business
Innovation
Strategic Information & Knowledge
Mgmt
Managing Business Intelligence
Information Systems Research A Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
in this unit.
INFS6106 6 P INFS6101 Semester 1
Information Systems Research B Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
in this unit.
BIS Innovation, Transformation & P INFS5001 Semester 2
Change Note: Department permission required for enrolment
To be awarded a specialisation in International Business, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: IBUS5001; and
(ii) 12 credit points in compulsory units of study: INBUS6001 and IBUS6002; and
(iii) a six credit point elective unit of study; and
(iv) a six credit point capstone unit of study: IBUS6010.
Business
International Business Strategy Semester 2
Summer Late
Cross-Cultural Management Semester 2
Summer Main
Business
Managing International Risk
IBUS6004 6 C IBUS6001 Semester 2
International Business Alliances
Ethical International Business
Decisions
Comparative International
Management
IBUS6007 6 P IBUS6001 and IBUS6002 with a credit average and must have received permission to enrol Semester 1
International Business Special from the Chair, Discipline of International Business. Semester 2
IBUS6008 6 P IBUS6001 Semester 2
Export Management
Business Growth and Innovation
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points
International and Global Marketing Semester 2
The capstone unit IBUS6010 Global Business Management will be offered from 2012.
To be awarded a specialisation in Supply Chain and Logistics Management, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: TPTM5001; and
(ii) a six credit point compulsory unit of study: TPTM6115; and
(iv) a six credit point capstone unit of study: TPTM6170.
TPTM6115 6 Semester 1
Organisational Logistics Semester 2
Transport and Logistics Management
Aviation Management and Logistics
TPTM6180 6 A This unit assumes no prior knowledge of GIS; the unit is hands-on involving the use of Semester 2
Geographical Information Systems software, which students will be trained in using.
TPTM6190 6 P TPTM6495 Semester 1
Logistics Systems C TPTM6155 or TPTM5001 Semester 2
TPTM6200 6 C TPTM6155 or TPTM5001 Semester 1
Maritime Logistics
TPTM6210 6 Winter Main
Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop
SCM
TPTM6224 6 A General awareness of internet, ICT and project management processes. Semester 1
Intelligent Transport & Logistic
Systems
International Logistics Semester 2
TPTM6270 6 P TPTM5001 or TPTM6155 Winter Main
Innovations in Logistics & Supply
Chains
TPTM6310 6 C (TPTM5001 or TPTM6155) and TPTM6495 Semester 2
Project Management in Supply
Chains
TPTM6370 6 P TPTM6155 or TPTM5001 Summer Main
Manufacturing Logistics
Retail Logistics Management Winter Main
Logistics in Humanitarian Aid
Projects
TPTM6440 6 A Work experience in or familiarity with the airline, airfreight, express or shipping business, Summer Main
International Freight Transportation as well as an understanding of international trade and economics helpful.
Sustainable Transport & Logistic
Systems
TPTM6495 6 A Basic familiarity with MS Excel and a degree of mathematical competency. Semester 1
Analysis Tools for Transport & Semester 2
Logistics
TPTM6170 6 P TPTM5001 or TPTM6155 Semester 1
Value Chain Management This is the capstone unit for all logistics management programs and should be completed in Semester 2
the last period of study.
Management and Organisations
To be awarded a specialisation in Management and Organisations, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: WORK5003; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: WORK6130.
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points
Organisational Analysis and
Behaviour
Human Resource Strategies Semester 2
International Industrial Relations Winter Main
Organisational Change and
Development
WORK6033 6 N ECOF6110, CLAW6028 Semester 1
Organisational Sustainability Capstone unit for MHRM&IR Semester 2
WORK6108 6 Semester 1a
International Dimensions of HRM
Managing Diversity at Work
WORK6118 6 N ECOF6030, ECOF6040 Semester 1
Managing Communication in
Organisations
Leadership in Organisations Semester 2
Marketing
To be awarded a specialisation in Marketing, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: MKTG5001; and
(ii) a six credit point compulsory unit of study: MKTG6007; and
(iv) a six credit point capstone unit of study: MKTG6003.
Consumer Behaviour Semester 2
Marketing Research Concepts
New Product Development Semester 2
Marketing Communications Summer Main
Creative Communications in Semester 2a
Marketing
Brand Management Semester 2a
MKTG6020 6 P MKTG5001 Semester 1a
Business Marketing
Services Marketing
MKTG6104 6 N MKTG5002 Semester 1
The Psychology of Business Semester 2
Decisions
MKTG6003 6 P MKTG5001 Semester 1b
Marketing Strategy Semester 2
Project Management
To be awarded a specialisation in Project Management, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: INFS5001; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: INFS6030.
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Summer Late
ECMT6510 6 N ECOF5804, ECMT5003, ECOF6070 Semester 1
Management Decision Making
Summer Main
New Product Development Semester 2
Organisations
INFS6030 6 P INFS5001 Semester 1
Project Management in Practice Semester 2
Quantitative Business Analysis
To be awarded a specialisation in Quantitative Business Analysis, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: ECMT5001; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: ECMT6002.
Applied Business Forecasting
Analysis of Panel Data
Business Operations Analysis
Econometric Applications N ECMT5002
Quantitative Finance
To be awarded a specialisation in Quantitative Finance, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: ECMT5001; and
(ii) 18 credit points in compulsory units of study: FINC6000, ECMT6003 and ECMT6006; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: FINC6019.
P FINC5001
N FINC5002
Applied Financial Econometrics
Financial Modelling
To be awarded a specialisation in Strategy and Innovation, students complete 30 credit points, comprising:
(i) a six credit point foundational unit of study: IBUS5001 or WORK5003; and
(iii) a six credit point capstone unit of study: IBUS6019.
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Students may complete either IBUS5001 or WORK5003 as the foundational unit for this specialisation.
Business
New Business Opportunities and N WORK6112, IBUS5011
Startups
Business Restructuring and Renewal
Intellectual Property Management
Social Entrepreneurship
Enterprise and the Creative Industries
Foundations of Strategic
Management
Development
The Innovative Firm
The capstone unit IBUS6019 Advanced Strategy will be offered from 2012.
Master of Commerce internship and business project units of study
ECOF6500 6 P 4 units with a WAM of 75%+ Semester 1
Commerce Internship N ECOF6501, ECOF6502 Semester 2
ECOF6501 6 P at least 4 units with a WAM of 75%+ Semester 1
Commerce Business Project A N ECOF6500 Semester 2
Commerce Business Project B N ECOF6500 Semester 2
International Exchange Program units of study
This units are only available to students participating in the International Exchange Program.
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Commerce coursework programs

Please Note. The following unit of study descriptions are listed alphanumerically by unit code and not by specialisation subject area.
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ACCT5001 It also deals with the harmonization of the worldwide diversity in

Accounting Principles financial reporting, in particular, convergence around International
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per Financial Reporting Standards. It discusses foreign currency
week Assessment: Mid-semester examination (25%); Final examination (55%); translation, a consolidations issue that arises from multinational
Individual and/or Group assignment (20%) operations. Finally, it aims to introduce the key issues relevant for
This unit provides an introduction to the generally accepted accounting undertaking cross-border analysis of financial statements.
principles and practices underlying financial accounting and reporting.
It is intended for both accounting and non-accounting majors. The ACCT6003
unit aims to introduce students to the concepts and skills required to Financial Statement Analysis
prepare, analyse, and interpret financial statements. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per
week Assessment: Group case studies (25%); Mid-semester examination
(20%); Final examination (55%).
ACCT5002
Managerial Accounting & Decision Making This unit helps students to develop an understanding of the techniques
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per of financial statement analysis in various contexts, for example: equity
week Assessment: Weekly in-class feedback of progressive performance in investment; credit evaluation; risk analysis; prediction of corporate
the development of concept and technique knowledge and its application and failure; analysis of supplier/customer health; competitor analysis;
business practicals (50%); Final Examination (50%)
regulatory overview or intervention; and valuation for
The unit introduces students to the context and processes of takeover/restructuring. A primary purpose of this unit is to develop an
management accounting, considering the role of management understanding of these techniques, as well as the inherent difficulties
accounting technologies in creating stakeholder value through financial in their application. Topics covered include analysis of business
resource management. Critical business career skills of performance and disclosure, the analysis of earnings quality, cash
problem-solving, communication and negotiation are enhanced through flow assessment, credit worthiness and accounting-based valuation
the application of management accounting techniques to organisational methods.
resourcing issues in their competitive and ethical context. It is argued
that management accountants support and inform the ways in which ACCT6005
organizational resources are committed to various portfolios, projects, Management Control Systems
and possible futures, given the crafting of an organisation's relationship Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per week
with its environment. The external and internal environments of Assessment: Continuous assessment (40%); essay (30%), final examination
(30%).
management accounting are considered in framing managerial
decisions and strategy. The main categories of resources available This unit of study examines the design and operation of 'management
to shape an organisation's strategy and financial performance will be control systems' (MCS), considering also the role of management
examined (including those acquired through strategic alliances and accounting technologies in this. In doing so, a variety of
outsourcing), along with various management accounting technologies research-based readings and theoretical frames are mobilised to help
accounting for the combination, allocation and performance of these understand this important facet of organisational functioning and
resources. application of management accounting work. Topics to be covered
include: typologies of MCS; arguments relating to the fit and
ACCT6001 effectiveness of MCS; the connection between strategy and MCS; the
Intermediate Financial Reporting role of performance measures in MCS; MCS and hybrid organisational
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per spaces; MCS and the management of intellectual capital; MCS and
week Assessment: Mid-semester Test (35%), Final Examination (50%), the New Economy; and the evolution of MCS.
Assignment (15%).
This unit is intended to provide an understanding of the contemporary ACCT6006

Australian financial reporting environment. Particular attention is paid Advanced Managerial Accounting
to accounting theory and concepts, mandatory reporting practices Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per week
and reporting policies that reflect either a choice from among several Assessment: Seminar assignments (35%); Seminar contribution (15%); Final
examination (50%)
mandated alternatives, or those areas where regulation has not
occurred. The unit is intended for those who will be involved in the This unit examines a number of advanced topics in managerial
preparation or use of company financial statements.The unit provides accounting as they relate to the use of management accounting for
an understanding of accounting techniques, both in terms of technical decision making. The topics are biased towards those that are relevant
method and their relative impact on corporation's financial statements. and even contentious to contemporary practice and include: the
The emphasis throughout is on both the 'techniques' and the related potential inconsistencies between management accounting and
explanations for their use. strategic decision making and control, yield management and value
pricing issues, the theory of the firm and outsourcing, issues in
ACCT6002 managing joint ventures and strategic alliances, intellectual capital
International Accounting management and development, performance management, and
Credit points: 6 Session: Summer Late, Winter Main Classes: Intensive - innovation and change in management accounting practice. An
Summer and Winter School sessions Assessment: Workshop activities (15%); overview of each topic area is provided before exploring the topics
Seminar presentation (15%); Group assignment (20%); Final examination (50%)
more deeply by examining current research and/or working through
Note: This unit of study is being run by the Discipline of International Business.
All enquiries should be directed to the Discipline of International Business case studies to provide insights into commercial practice.
Many of the topics in an international accounting course have a ACCT6007

domestic counterpart. However, new factors and complications arise Contemporary Issues in Auditing
in the international arena. Some of these are (1) diversity of laws, Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2hr or 3hr
practices, customs, cultures, and competitive circumstances; and (2) class per week; several voluntary remedial workshops on Saturdays, plus 3
risks associated with fluctuating exchange rates, differential rates of mandatory Saturday case study sessions - taught in intensive mode.
Assessment: Mid Semester examination (15%); Individual assignment (10%);
inflation, and unstable property rights. International accounting Group assignment (20%); Final examination (55%)
discusses issues from the perspective of companies that have
internationalised their finance and/or their operations. It has a This unit seeks to improve students' understanding of the function,
comparative aspect, comparing accounting across countries. It deals nature and procedures of commercial auditing in the context of
with corporate reporting and disclosure across national boundaries. corporate financial reporting. It has particular regard to the business,
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legal and economic foundations than underpin the audit process. to provide an account of their value creation and sustainability
Recurrent reference is made to practical and policy matters of performance. It will also explore the perspectives of significant bodies
contemporary importance to auditing and auditors, especially as they of research on reporting value-creating activities and non-economic
relate to the function of auditing in ensuring the quality of corporate performance.
financial statements and the role of auditors in corporate governance.
Matters related to modern cases like Enron, HIH, One.Tel, Parmalat, ACCT6118
China Aviation Oil and ABC Learning are also discussed. Public Sector Accounting
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per week
ACCT6010 Assessment: Assignments (20%); Essay (20%); Final examination (60%)
Advanced Financial Reporting
This unit of study is intended to familiarise students with the main
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar
per week Assessment: Case studies (25%); Mid-semester examination (25%);
features of accountability arrangements in the public sector. It explores
Final examination (50%). the way in which public sector accounting differs from practices
commonly adopted in the private sector, and explores issues arising
This unit is intended to provide students with a detailed understanding from the wider use of accrual accounting and accrual budgeting by
of more complex financial reporting issues. The topics examined general government agencies and by state owned corporations. It
include: group accounting issues such as the practical application of refers to both local and international developments in budgetary
the control test; multiple subsidiaries; foreign currency translation; arrangements, and international developments in financial reporting
consolidated cash flow reporting; segment reporting; accounting for for different tiers of government. Topics examined include the design
joint ventures and associates; and related party disclosures. The unit of performance indicators for public sector agencies, and the conduct
builds on the knowledge base acquired from earlier accounting units of performance audits.
with a strong emphasis on the application of technical skills. The unit
has a substantial case component, using current examples to illustrate ACCT6120
both appropriate technical solutions in accordance with accounting Corporate Governance and Accountability
standards and guidelines, as well as the forces which determine the Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
choice of methods. The course will help develop students' ability to per week Assessment: Class presentation (20%) Assignment (30%) Final
read and analyse financial reports and to understand the financial exam (50%)
statement implications of management decisions relating to This unit seeks to develop students' ability to understand and critically
organisational structure, investment and financing. evaluate systems of corporate governance. It will introduce students
to the roles of key institutions through which governance is effected;
ACCT6014
boards of directors and the work of their sub-committees, investors
and pension funds, analysts, regulators and the media. The course
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week
Assessment: Individual and team projects (50%); Final examination (50%).
will also introduce students to conceptual frameworks through which
corporate governance has been studied. Topics include, governance
The design of accounting systems necessarily reflects differences in structures - an international perspective; governance arrangements
the needs of sole traders or family-owned businesses, small to medium and external and internal stakeholders. Japanese and European
enterprises, and multi-national business firms. Elements of those systems; governance in Asia; western governance - legal framework;
systems include methods of documenting transactions, transformations control of the modern corporation; operations of a Board; role of board
and events; internal control procedures designed to safeguard human sub-committees; Boards and the development or endorsement of
physical and financial resources; recording methods (manual, strategies; measuring and rewarding performance; corporate
semi-automated or fully automated); and methods of periodic reporting governance and financial reporting; corporate governance and the
on financial and operating activities to managers or governing bodies. audit process.
The unit examines issues associated with the design of accounting
systems and associated business processes in order to harness the BANK6002
capabilities of contemporary business applications software in a Bank Management
cost-effective and secure manner. Topics include the design of charts Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of
of accounts, maintaining audit trails; records management and seminars per week Assessment: Mid session exam (25%); Group Assignment
(25%); Final examination (50%)
compliance; history of financial applications software; illustrations of
the use of inexpensive commercial off-the shelf software in developing The unifying theme in this subject is the application of modern finance
budget models, maintaining records to enable compliance with tax theory to financial decision making in the management of banks and
rules; examination of the risks that arise with the use of some non-bank financial institutions. The subject of bank and financial
contemporary software packages, and how those risks might be incitation decision-making is approached from a risk perspective. The
addressed or managed; illustrations of the capabilities of contemporary course objectives are: (i) To provide students with an understanding
enterprise resource planning systems. of the modern model of financial institutions; (ii) Identify the main types
of risk confronted by financial institutions; (iii) Apply relevant techniques
ACCT6015 to measure and manage those risks; (iv) To provide students with an
Extended Performance Reporting understanding of international bank management; (v) To provide
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week students with an understanding of international financial services.
Assessment: Group Presentation (20%); Individual projects (40%); Final
examination (40%)
BANK6003
This unit will review the issues associated with sustainability reporting Global Supervision of Bank Risks
models which have been practised in the last decade and highlight Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of seminars per
current and possible future issues. These new reporting models claim week Assessment: Mid-Semester Exam (30%), Group Project & Presentation
(25%), Final Exam (45%)
to enhance understanding of organisational performance to a variety
of stakeholders, and are based on new performance measurement This course is aimed at students who wish to obtain a greater
technologies that arguably improve decision making. This unit of study understanding of the central issues and principles underpinning recent
is designed to provide a critical analysis of the issues surrounding developments in the global regulation and supervision of
organisation performance and will explore the key underlying issues banking/financial institutions.
associated with the emergence of these new reporting models. The
unit will look at how the reporting of economic and non-economic
performance will enable private, public and third sector organisations
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CLAW5001 the unit addresses include: What is international business law and
Legal Environment of Business what do I need to know?; What institutions ensure a level playing field
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes: for my business?; How do I make an agreement to sell my goods to
Three hours of classes per week which may include one or more of the following: foreign customers?; How do I protect those goods in transit?; How do
lectures; seminars; tutorials or workshops (Summer session: Two three hour I ensure payment for goods and services I provide?; How do I build
classes per week which may include one or more of the following: lectures;
seminars; tutorials or workshops) Assessment: Case analysis (20%), Tests a presence in a foreign market through local agents and distributors?;
(20%), Final examination (60%) What considerations apply to entering and borrowing from foreign
capital markets?; How can I safely do business online in the global
This unit examines the legal framework and regulatory systems within virtual economy?; What if things go wrong?; and How do I fight foreign
which all businesses operate and introduces students to the legal disputes by my rules and in my court?
implications of commercial conduct. The unit begins with an
introduction to the Australian legal system and then focuses on key CLAW6026
areas of substantive business law including contract law, torts (in Concepts of Australian Taxation
particular negligence and torts involving unlawful interference with Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes:
business), property, white collar crime, consumer law (in particular One 3 hour class per week which may nclude one or more of the following:
advertising regulation, product liability and unfair contracts), misleading lectures; seminars; tutorials or workshops. Summer session: Two 3 hour classes
conduct and unconscionable conduct. The unit also provides an per week May which may include one or more of the following: lectures;
seminars; tutorials or workshops. Assessment: Mid-semester exam (20%);
overview of dispute resolution processes and different business Major assignment (30%); Class performance (10%); Final exam (40%)
structures.
The purpose of this unit is to cover the main concepts of taxation such
CLAW6002 as income, deductions, tax accounting, residence and source capital
Corporations Law gains tax, depreciation and trading stock, taxation of partnerships
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes: trusts and companies, international tax and tax avoidance. This unit
One three hour class per week which may include one or more of the following: has professional recognition and is the gateway unit for CLAW6001
lectures; seminars; tutorials or workshops Summer session: Two three hour Business Tax Planning, as well as many taxation units offered by the
classes per which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars;
tutorials or workshops Assessment: Assignment (40%); Exam (60%) Law School.
This unit examines the law relating to modern corporations. After CLAW6028
examining the background to the present legislation and administrative Corporate Governance, Law and Ethics
framework, the topics discussed include: the concept of corporate Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture per week
personality; business planning and company formation; how Assessment: Group postings on audit reports (10%), Individual project
companies are managed; the role of members; the obligations of assessment (30%), Individual development of a project charter and plan (60%)
directors; company reporting and disclosure; company finance; This unit explores the relationship between business law and ethical
contracting by companies and corporate liability; and an introduction reasoning and action in contemporary corporate governance. The unit
to the external administration of companies in financial difficulty. examines professional practice with particular emphasis upon the
accounting profession. As well as equipping students with an
CLAW6006
understanding of current legal requirements regarding business and
Insolvency Law
professional conduct, the unit endeavours both to sensitise students
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week which to the range of ethical issues that today's managers and business
may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials or
workshops Assessment: Class test 1 (25%), Class test 2 (25%), Assignment professionals may face, and to provide a range of ethical frameworks
(35%), Case Presentation (15%) that may assist them in addressing and resolving ethical conflicts.
Students will have the opportunity to think critically about the
When a person (an individual or a corporation) is unable to pay their underlying principles and assumptions that are the foundation of ethics
debts, the law provides a regime for determining the competing in business and the professions.The unit uses case studies to examine
interests of stakeholders such as creditors. The unit examines the law legal and ethical problems and decisions in key fields of business and
relating to the bankruptcy of individuals and corporate insolvency. In professional practice including: corporate governance, auditing and
relation to bankruptcy, it looks at the procedures for formal bankruptcy accounting, marketing and advertising, and information technology.
(creditors' and debtors' petitions) and the role of the trustee and Particular attention is also paid to the legal and ethical dimensions of
creditors. Also explored are the arrangements with creditors outside corporate failure, and corporate social responsibility and sustainability.
bankruptcy (debt agreements and personal insolvency agreements).
The unit then deals with the main regimes of corporate insolvency: CLAW6029
receivers and other controllers, schemes of arrangement, voluntary Concepts of Chinese Taxation
administration and deeds of company arrangement and winding up. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 3hrs of seminars
Further issues discussed include cross border insolvency and per week Assessment: Take home Mid-term exam (35%); Proposal and 10
corporate group collapse. minute Presentation (15%); Research paper (50%)
CLAW6007 This Unit is an introduction to the concepts of taxation in China. It

Issues in Law and International Business provides an overview of the regulations and the theoretical background
to the Chinese tax system within its unique culture and governance
week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials structure. It commences by
or workshops Assessment: Mid-semester examination (35%); Group case introducing students to China's legal structure, culture, and government
study (30%); Final examination (35%) structure. It then deals with the tax system of contemporary China
Globalisation enables successful businesses to tap into the through the different tax types, such as turnover taxes, income taxes,
international economy to find new and bigger markets for their goods wealth taxes and other taxes. It concludes with a general look of
and services. Entering the global marketplace also means greater taxation as an integral part of commercial activity in China.
risk, as businesses deal with new customers, and are forced to operate
in unfamiliar legal environments where the "normal" rules of business ECMT5001
often don't apply. This unit is aimed at providing students with an Principles of Econometrics
understanding of how the global economy is regulated (if at all), and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hr class
per week plus a 1 hr non compulsory tutorial Assessment: Quizzes (10%);
to provide the tools needed to use international business law to Group assignment (15%); Mid-Semester exam (20%); Final exam (55%)
minimise the risks of doing business in the global economy. Questions
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The unit develops the basic principles of data description and analysis, sources of data, known as panel data. A 'panel' refers to the pooling
the idea of using the concept of probability to model data generation, of observations on a cross section of households, countries, firms etc.
and the statistical concepts of estimation and statistical inference, over several time periods. Panel data sets possess several major
including hypothesis testing. It then develops these concepts and advantages over conventional cross-sectional or time series data sets.
techniques in the context of the linear regression model to show how This unit aims to offer a comprehensive treatment of the analysis of
econometric models can be used to analyse data in a wide range of panel data, which will allow students to deal in a pragmatic way with
potential areas of application in economics, business and the social fundamental issues, such as controlling for individual heterogeneity,
sciences. The unit combines theory and application. The emphasis reducing collinearity among regressors, addressing statistical
is upon the interpretation of econometric estimation results and hypotheses and identifying effects that are simply not detectable in
requires software for hands-on experience. pure cross-section or time series data.
ECMT6002 ECMT6008
Econometric Applications Business Operations Analysis
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr class per week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week
Assessment: group project (25%); mid-semester exam (25%); final 2hr exam Assessment: Individual Assignment (15%); Group Assignment (20%);
(50%) Mid-Semester Exam (25%); Final Exam (40%)
This unit illustrates how econometric methods can be applied to The 'operations' of a company or organisation are the direct processes
economic data to solve problems that arise in economics and business. that a company uses to create value. This unit provides the tools and
Econometric theory provides the techniques needed to quantify the frameworks needed to analyse the operations of a company or
strength and form of relationships between variables. Applied organisation and take management decisions about operations issues.
econometrics is concerned with the strategies that need to be It covers both service industries and manufacturing. A major focus of
employed to use these techniques effectively; to determine which the unit will be on processes and their characteristics (capacity;
model to specify and whether the data are appropriate. Guidelines for variability etc). A second focus of the unit will be on the supply chain,
undertaking applied work are discussed. Case studies drawn from looking at the control of inventory and the connections between supply
economics, marketing, finance, and accounting are also discussed. chain partners. A third component of the unit will be a discussion of
The unit includes a major econometric modelling project. statistical quality control techniques.
ECMT6003 ECMT6510
Applied Business Forecasting Management Decision Making
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr class per week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week
Assessment: assignment (30%); mid-semester test (20%); final exam (50%) Assessment: Assignments (15%); Case studies (15%); Class tests (15%);
Final Exam (55%)
This unit aims to provide an introduction to the practice of forecasting
in business. Forecasting requires both practical experience in model The unit introduces statistical models and tools for decision analysis
building and some statistical theory. To blend the theory and practice, and their application in managerial settings. It will be shown how use
many business forecasting examples are discussed. Excel is used to of such models and tools can improve the decision process by helping
do useful preliminary calculations and plotting. At the end of this unit, the decision-maker: understand the structure of the decision,
students should be able to understand the major techniques of incorporate subjective probabilities as a way to portray risk, measure
forecasting and be able to intelligently forecast actual business time outcomes in a way that is consistent with attitudes toward risk, and
series using Excel and its extensions. Topics covered include: the understand the value of information. The importance of sensitivity
aims of forecasting and relation to time series analysis; types of time analysis will be emphasised, as well as the need to combine both
series; plotting and charting time series; practical examples of quantitative and qualitative considerations in decision-making. There
forecasting and forecasting issues; growth curve methods; least will be strong emphasis throughout the unit on hands-on application
squares (what you need to know for forecasting); decomposition of of decision analysis tools. Cases will be drawn from small business
time series; elementary exponential smoothing with Excel; serial scenarios, the public policy arena, and corporate settings.
correlation (and Durbin Watson statistic); applied ARIMA modelling Decision-making software will be used extensively.
and identifying seasonality and "hidden" periodicities.
ECOF5010
ECMT6006 Academic and Professional Communication
Applied Financial Econometrics Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr seminar
per week Assessment: Reflective journal (20%); critical analysis (25%); poster
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hr class per week
presentation (25%); peer review (10%); class participation (20%)
Assessment: Assignments (30%); Mid-Semester exam (20%); Final exam
(50%)
This unit is a compulsory foundational unit of study in the Master of
This unit provides an introduction to some of the widely used Commerce and related programs and must be taken in the first
econometric models designed for the analysis of financial data, and semester of study. This unit equips students with knowledge and
the procedures used to estimate them. Special emphasis is placed communication competencies of immediate relevance to the academic
upon empirical work and applied analysis of real market data. The culture of Australian universities as well as to professional employment
unit deals with topics such as: the statistical nature of financial data; in business-related fields. It involves intensive language practice in
the specification, estimation and testing of assets pricing models; the academic and discipline-specific contexts, allowing students to develop
analysis of high frequency financial data; and the modelling of volatility an understanding of Socratic methods of questioning and arguing as
in financial returns. Throughout the unit, students are encouraged well as required language performances in academic and professional
(especially in assignments) to familiarise themselves with financial settings. A central element of content is linking theory to practice, with
data and learn how to apply the models to these data. student experiences as the focal point. Weekly classes are oriented
around a progressive series of learning activities which require
ECMT6007 students to understand, analyze and produce spoken and written
Analysis of Panel Data texts. Students demonstrating a high level of proficiency in academic
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1hr seminar communication by means of a faculty-administered proficiency test
per week Assessment: Group assignment (20%); Mid-Semester exam (30%); may be eligible for a waiver but all students must enrol in the unit in
Final exam (50%) the first instance.
Recently, empirical research in economics, finance, marketing and
accounting has been enriched by the increasing availability of new
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ECOF6500 Specific timing and duration of the project placement will depend on
Commerce Internship placement availability and sponsor preferences. Projects will be
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Preparatory overseen by a specifically appointed academic coordinator and
coursework: 4x3 hour sessions in weeks 1, 2, 12 & 13. A minimum of 60hours students will also have access to business mentors throughout the
of unpaid internship per semester with a pre-arranged organisation, preferably project. Students will be required to make a presentation and provide
occupying one full day per week over 9 weeks. Assessment: Reflective journal
(40%), Internship presentation (20%), Internship report (40%) a written report to that client, and to make a presentation and provide
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. a written report to their academic and student peers. Students will be
assessed on the extent to which they were able to apply theories and
This unit is available to outstanding students completing the Master concepts developed across the entire MCom course and the extent
of Commerce program. Admission to the unit is competitive, subject to which they demonstrated having mastered the learning objectives
to availability of suitable placements and conditional on prior interview of the program. Students taking these units are excluded from taking
and offer of placement by the Master of Commerce Program Director. ECOF5600 Commerce Internship.
The unit cannot be taken in the first semester of study in the MCom
and only students who have achieved a grade average of 75%+ in a ECOF6106
minimum of four prior units of study in the MCom will be considered International Exchange Program
for admission to the internship unit. It involves an unpaid but Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
assessable professional placement with a business, government, or Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
non-government organisation approved by the Program Director. It
will include preparatory classes in reflective, professional practice and This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
report writing. Assessment will include a reflective journal and Exchange program
professional report and presentation based on the internship
placement. Students taking this unit are excluded from taking the units ECOF6206
ECOF6501 and ECOF6502 Commerce Business Project Part A & B. International Exchange Program
ECOF6501 Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
Commerce Business Project A
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: These are Exchange program
workplace-based units of study. There are no formal classes. Assessment:
Company presentation and report (50%), Academic presentation (25%),
Assurance of Learning Portfolio (25%) - Assessment is for both ECOF6501 and ECOF6112
ECOF6502. International Exchange Program
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Credit points: 12 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
The Commerce business project, which comprises two units of study,
is designed to provide students with an organizationally-integrated This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
learning experience and to further develop MCom program learning Exchange program
outcomes. Students will work in small groups and partner with an
organisation over a six week period to provide solutions to a real ECOF6212
business problem identified in consultation with the partner International Exchange Program
organisations. Projects will range from social entrepreneurship Credit points: 12 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
programs, where students work with community groups and NGOs, Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
through to consultancy projects for large multinational corporations.
Specific timing and duration of the project placement will depend on This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
placement availability and sponsor preferences. Projects will be Exchange program
overseen by a specifically appointed academic coordinator and
students will also have access to business mentors throughout the ECOF6118
project. Students will be required to make a presentation and provide International Exchange Program
a written report to that client, and to make a presentation and provide Credit points: 18 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
a written report to their academic and student peers. Students will be Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
assessed on the extent to which they were able to apply theories and This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
concepts developed across the entire MCom course and the extent Exchange program
to which they demonstrated having mastered the learning objectives
of the program. Students taking these units are excluded from taking ECOF6218
ECOF5600 Commerce Internship. International Exchange Program
ECOF6502 Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
Commerce Business Project B
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: These are This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
workplace-based units of study. There are no formal classes. Assessment: Exchange program
Company presentation and report (50%), Academic presentation (25%),
Assurance of Learning Portfolio (25%) - Assessment is for both ECOF6501 and
ECOF6502.
ECOF6124
The Commerce business project, which comprises two units of study, Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
is designed to provide students with an organizationally-integrated
learning experience and to further develop MCom program learning This unit is recognition for student participation in the International
outcomes. Students will work in small groups and partner with an Exchange program
organisation over a six week period to provide solutions to a real
business problem identified in consultation with the partner ECOF6224
organisations. Projects will range from social entrepreneurship International Exchange Program
programs, where students work with community groups and NGOs, Credit points: 24 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int
through to consultancy projects for large multinational corporations. Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
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This unit is recognition for student participation in the International various stages of production. The latter involves a discussion of
Exchange program exclusive territories agreements, resale price maintenance, exclusive
dealing, franchising and divisionalisation.
ECON5000
Economics for Commerce ECON6008
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar International Money and Finance
per week Assessment: On-line quizzes (20%), mid semester exam (40%), Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
final exam (40%) Assessment: mid semester exams (30%), 1x essay (15%), Final Exam (55%)
This unit provides a one-semester introduction to microeconomic and This unit covers the following topics: overview of the International
macroeconomic analysis and its applications. The microeconomics Monetary System; foreign exchange markets, spot and future markets;
part of the unit covers economic decision-making by individuals and swaps and options; arbitrage; covered and uncovered interest parity;
firms, the determination of quantities and prices of goods in different exchange rate determination; forecasting exchange rate movements;
kinds of markets, and the application of game theory to business exchange rate intervention; and the role of central banks.
decisions. The macroeconomics part of the unit covers topics in
open-economy macroeconomics with emphasis on the determination ECON6009
of the aggregate level of economic activity, analysis of the Economics of the Labour Market
macroeconomic effects of government policies, short-run economic Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
stability (the rate of unemployment and inflation) and long-run Assessment: Assignments (20%); Mid-semester exam (30%); Final exam
economic growth. (50%).
The purpose of this unit is to study some of the major issues in modern
ECON5001
labour markets. Trends such as the increase in part-time work, the
Microeconomic Theory
growing inequality in income and earnings, changes in the returns to
1x 3 hr seminar per week Assessment: online quizzes (10%), mid semester
education, and the simultaneous increase in hours of work and
exam (35%), final exam (55%) unemployment are addressed. The material consists of both empirical
facts relating to the labour markets and the theories which are used
This unit presumes no prior exposure to economics and aims, by the to understand these facts. Part of the unit is devoted to the study of
end of the unit, to bring a proficiency equivalent to that of students wage and employment contracts in the presence of uncertainty and
with an intermediate level microeconomics unit in an Honours degree other information problems. Imperfect information will have implications
program. Many economic principles developed in this unit are routinely for the level of employment and unemployment, the structure of wages,
used in several other units in the program. Microeconomics studies and the use of particular forms of compensation such as bonuses,
how economic agents make choices in a variety of environments. The trust funds, and performance bonds.
unit covers theory and applications of the principles of consumer
choice, of firm behaviour, and of strategic interaction among economic ECON6010
agents. Equipped with these theories of decision making, students Public Economics
can address a range of interesting and important questions. Examples Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
are: What market strategy should a firm adopt with its competitors? Assessment: Assignments (20%); Mid-semester exam (30%); Final exam
How might one create a market to deal with externalities such as (50%)
pollution? What are the implications of different kinds of taxes? What Recent innovations in public economics have overturned previously
compensation scheme will provide the right incentives to work? accepted policy rules. This unit focuses on the modern treatment of
public policies relating to taxation, pricing of public sector outputs and
ECON5002
public investment. Emphasis is placed on how different informational
Macroeconomic Theory
capabilities and jurisdictions of the government impact on the design
1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Online quizzes (20%), mid semester
of policy. The areas of application in taxation include the design of
exam (30%), final exam (50%) efficient and equitable consumption taxes, the structure of income
taxation and the appropriate mix of income and consumption taxes.
This unit presumes no prior exposure to economics and aims, by the In response to market failures, pricing and investment rules for public
end of the unit, to bring a proficiency equivalent to that of students enterprises, the provision and pricing of public goods, and policy
with an intermediate level macroeconomics unit in an Honours degree responses to externalities and information problems are covered.
program. Many economic principles developed in this unit are be
routinely used in several other units in the program. Macroeconomics ECON6016
studies aggregate economic behaviour. The unit covers theories of Trade and Development
the engines of long-run economic growth, of unemployment, of money, Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
inflation, the interest rate and the exchange rate, as well as Assessment: 1x mid semester exam (20%), seminar paper & presentation
consumption, saving and investment behaviour. The unit also studies (20%), final exam (60%)
a number of applications of the theory and addresses contemporary This unit is designed to highlight the relation between trade and
macroeconomic problems and policy. development from an institutional and structural perspective, with
appropriate modifications of received general economic principles,
ECON6006
theories and policies. It closely studies the integration process of
Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour
traditional segment of a developing society into its modern counterpart
Assessment: mid semester exam (20%), group presentation (20%), Essay
in countries selected from Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean,
(20%), final exam (40%) and the Pacific regions. It examines role of the state and international
institutions (like the International Monetary Fund, World Bank, World
The purpose of this unit is to examine the nature of inter-firm rivalry Trade Organization), rationale for trade, planning and market
in industries with market power. The unit begins with an exploration mechanisms in developing economies, and also socio-cultural
of the various ways in which firms can increase their market power preconditions and economic requirements for a market economy. It
by extracting more surplus from consumers by colluding with rivals focuses on a wide range of developmental problems and issues (such
or by excluding entrants. The topics for this part of the unit include as foreign aid, debt, investment, technology transfer) from both national
price discrimination, product differentiation, advertising, research and and international points of view.
development, predation and mergers.The unit also attempts to explain
the various contractual and ownership linkages that exist between
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ECON6018 Decision makers face two types of uncertainty: uncertainty about the
Environmental Economics state of nature (how much oil is in an oilfield) and uncertainty about
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week the strategic behaviour of other decision makers (how many oil wells
Assessment: seminar paper and presentation (20%); mid-semester test (20%); they will drill). This unit of study focuses on strategic uncertainty and
final exam (60%). the uses decision makers can make of the concepts of game theory
In this unit of study emphasis is exclusively concerned with market to guide their decisions. Game theory studies situations where a)
failures that impact on the natural environment. Attention is given to agents have conflicts of interests and b) agents can take actions that
why these market failures occur and what role there is for regulation directly affect their payoffs and the payoffs of others. A very broad
and government policy. Topics covered include efficiency and markets, range of applications from business and economics fit the above
market failure, externalities (e.g. pollution), various methods of description and therefore can be studied by the methods of game
regulating pollution, and measuring the demand for environmental theory. Applications include, firm pricing and output decisions, market
quality. entry and exit, hold-up, collusion, bargaining, auctions, and signalling.
ECON6021 ECON6026
Financial Economics Strategic Business Relationships
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
Assessment: 1x mid semester exam (40%), final exam (60%) per week Assessment: Individual & group concept maps (7%), 3x quizzes &
short answer tests (15%), group assessed on-line forums (28%), In-class written
This unit provides students with an understanding of the economic report (25%), Final Exam (25%)
foundations of financial theory and the economic framework upon This unit studies how strategic business relationships create
which that theory is based. Much of the work covered is an application sustainable competitive advantages for firms and nations. Business
of both microeconomic and macroeconomic theory to the special relationships are dynamic learning networks that result from strategic
problems encountered in the study of the financial side of an economy. decision-making. They include internal relationships within the firm
The relevance of these foundations is illustrated with empirical as well as external relationships. With internal business relationships,
research using Australian and international data. the focus is on organisational design issues, including
employee-manager interaction, and manager-shareholder relations.
ECON6023
External relationships include formal contracts and informal
International Trade
agreements with suppliers, buyers, distributors, lenders, competitors
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week and partners. Resource and capability-based views of the firm provide
Assessment: 1x mid semester exam (20%), written report (30%), final exam
(50%) the conceptual framework for analysing the foundations of sustainable
competitive advantage and the role of effective relationships in building
This unit develops the modern theory of international trade and this advantage. Agency and transaction cost approaches help explain
commercial policy and examines some empirical applications. Topics the operation of these relationships. Throughout the unit, we
covered include competitive trade theory; comparative advantage and distinguish between the knowledge-based sectors of the economy
theories of international trade patterns; the gains from trade; empirical and the more traditional sectors, and we consider how the form of
evidence and methodology; imperfectly competitive trade theory and business relationships varies between countries.
economies of scale, differentiated products, and technology; analysis
of the effects of tariffs and trade quotas upon trade under competitive ECON6027
and imperfectly competitive market structures; the formation and Experimental Economics
design of regional trade agreements and the strategic behaviour of Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2 hr lecture per week plus
multinational enterprises. It will be suitable for those with an interest 6 x 1hr laboratory sessions Assessment: Assignments (25%), class
in international trade and business issues as well as those who may participation (10%), Group project (40%), Final exam (25%)
wish to pursue PhD research in these areas. It will be taught at a This unit of study deals with the use of laboratory and field experiments
graduate level and so presumes knowledge of advanced in order to help assessing economic problems. Economic experiments
undergraduate microeconomics. are becoming a useful tool for the validation of theory, the development
of new theory, the generation of advice to decision makers, and the
ECON6024
design of new economic institutions. Economics aims to explain the
Private Equity
'real world' behaviour of agents. The lectures will provide opportunities
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week to identify apparent contradictions between the predictions of economic
Assessment: Assignments (20%); Mid-semester exam (30%); Final exam
(50%) models and experimental outcomes. The classes on experimental
economics will follow a learning-by-doing approach. Most topics will
As a source of private equity, venture capital (VC) plays a crucial role be introduced in the experimental lab. Outcomes will be discussed in
in the development of new business ventures and the promotion of the following class and compared with theoretical predictions and
innovation. Over the last twenty years, the VC industry has boomed. previous experimental research.
This course investigates how VC firms operate, analysing the key
strategic issues they face during the fundraising, investing and exit ECON6101
stages of the VC cycle. Topics covered include: the determinants and Special Topic in Economics
types of VC fundraising, the organisational structure of VC firms and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
how venture capitalists are compensated. Next, the VC firm's per week Assessment: Depends on topic
investment decision is examined, as is its relationship with the investee Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must seek
company. The role of VC in the broader economy is also discussed. written permission from the Chair of the Discipline of Economics to enrol in this
unit.
Regarding the exit stage of the VC cycle, the design of exit strategies
(e.g. initial public offerings) is analysed. Finally, we introduce some Study of a special topic in postgraduate Economics. Topics will vary
of the ethical issues which venture capitalists face. from semester to semester according to staff availability and the
presence of visitors. If taught in both semesters, the topic in Semester
ECON6025 2 will be different to that in Semester 1.
Assessment: 2x mid semester tests (40%), final exam (50%), tutorial
assignments and participation (10%)
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FINC5001 FINC6005
Capital Markets and Corporate Finance Advanced Asset Pricing
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
per week Assessment: Mid semester-test (20%); Major assignment (25%); Assessment: In class test 1 (10%); In class test 2 (20%); In class test 3 (20%);
Final examination (55%) Final examination (50%)
This unit provides an introduction to basic concepts in corporate This unit covers the fundamentals of asset pricing and valuation,
finance and capital markets. It is designed to equip students to relevant time series representations of financial variables, arbitrage
undertake further studies in finance. After reviewing some very basic restrictions, interest rate and foreign exchange derivatives, exotic and
ideas in finance and financial mathematics, the unit provides a path dependent options, value at risk, as well as some exemplifying
thorough treatment of the valuation of equity, debt and companies. case studies.
The unit then examines issues related to pricing in capital markets
and ends with a discussion of theory and practice related to capital FINC6007
structure and dividend policy. Financial Strategy
FINC6000 Assessment: Class participation (20%), Project (20%), Blog (10%), Exam
Quantitative Finance (50%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar This unit aims to provide a much richer set of insights about how to
per week Assessment: Mid Semester exam (40%); Final exam (60%)
use financial, competitive and corporate strategies to enhance the
The principle objective of this unit is to provide students with an cash-flow of the firm and hence its value.The theoretical underpinnings
advanced mathematical treatment of basic theoretical and analytical of the approach come from treating executives as the agents of the
concepts in finance. Students are exposed to key areas in the modern principal, namely shareholders. These financial and corporate
theory of finance and corporate financial policy with specific emphasis strategies include getting the structure of the organisation right and
on their development and treatment from rigorous mathematical and correctly measuring the value-added by the enterprise after deducting
statistical foundations. Upon completion of the unit, the students should all inputs including capital inputs. It is also crucial to gain an
have acquired a theoretical and practical understanding of basic understanding of the foundations of strategy, which come from the
principles underpinning financial valuation and analysis; utility theory "Game Theory".
and choice under uncertainty; theory of portfolio selection; asset pricing
theory and information asymmetry; and the pricing of derivative FINC6009
contracts and instruments. Portfolio Theory and its Applications
FINC6001 Assessment: Mid semester exam (25%); PME report (25%); Final examination
(50%)
Intermediate Corporate Finance
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar This unit is an introduction to mathematical optimisation techniques
per week Assessment: Semester Test 1 (25%); Semester Test 2 (25%); Final in the presence of uncertainty. Utility-independent approaches to the
Examination (50%)
modelling of risk and return, proceeding to Markowitz, Capital Asset
This unit extends some of the fundamental concepts introduced in Pricing and Arbitrage Pricing Models.
FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance, and develops a
rigorous framework for the analysis and understanding of key aspects FINC6010
of corporate financial decision making. Fundamental concepts in Derivative Securities
corporate finance are extended to more complex settings. The unit Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes:
1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Applied Project: Group Assignment
extends prior work on portfolio theory and examines more advanced (10%); Assignment Presentation (5%); Mid-semester test (25%); Final
approaches to asset pricing and capital budgeting. New topics are examination (60%)
covered in relation to derivative securities and real options applications
in capital budgeting. The issues of the cost of capital, corporate capital This unit provides an introduction to the rapidly-growing area of
structure, and corporate dividend policy, are extended to cover the options, futures and swaps. These securities are all derived from
interaction of corporate and personal taxation, agency problems, and fundamental securities such as equities and bonds. The unit examines
information signaling. the nature of each of these securities in turn before a thorough
treatment of the pricing and use of these securities for investment
FINC6003 management and risk management purposes.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week FINC6013
Assessment: mid-semester exam (15%), class participation (5%), multiple International Business Finance
choice question construction (5%), individual article annotation (10%), major Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week
assignment (20%), final exam (45%) Assessment: Intra-semester test 1 (15%); Intra-semester test 2 (15%); Group
project (20%); Final examination (50%)
Broking and Market making is a unit of study that specialises in these
particular areas of the financial services industry. Financial In our highly globalised and integrated world economy, understanding
intermediaries have a crucial role for the function of capital markets vital international dimensions of financial management is becoming
and they are also the most likely employers of finance students. In increasingly essential for firms and businesses. This unit seeks to
this unit we start with the theory on: what the functions of brokers and provide a greater understanding of the fundamental concepts and the
market makers are, what their sources of income are, how they help tools necessary for effective financial decision making by business
to make market more efficient and when their actions lower market enterprises, within such a global setting.
quality. We then move on to investigate the academic research
literature that specialises on issues important to these financial FINC6014
intermediaries. Starting with the rich literature on dealer markets, we Fixed Income Securities
will particularly focus on recent research on price formation, information Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
dissemination and trading in limit order book markets that are Assessment: Mid-semester exam (25%), Group assignment (25%), Final exam
(50%)
becoming the market design of choice. We will also look in detail at
the recent phenomena of fragmentation of markets, order preferencing This unit covers the basic concepts and issues in fixed income
and internalisation. securities, bond portfolio analysis and closely related financial
instruments in risk management. The unit begins with the basic
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analytical framework necessary to understand the pricing of bonds evaluation in the context two fundamental financial models; the
and their investment characteristics (introducing fundamental concepts discounted cash flow valuation model and the portfolio selection model.
such as duration, yield and term structure). Sectors of the debt market Spreadsheet engineering methods for designing, building, and testing
including treasury securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed spreadsheet models and for performing model-based analysis will be
securities, and convertible bonds are analysed.The use of derivatives presented. There will be a concise coverage of optimization, sensitivity
and a selection of special topics in Fixed Incomes are also discussed. analysis and simulation featuring a strong spreadsheet orientation
and a modeling emphasis.
FINC6015
Global Trading FINC6021
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Corporate Valuation
Assessment: mid-semester exam (30%); 2x group assignments (2x10%); final Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
exam (50%). Assessment: lab work (5%), group assignment (30%), reflective journal (5%),
final 3hr exam (60%)
Global Trading is concerned with the processes which turn orders into
trades in securities markets, and the forces which mould and effect This subject unit applies all aspects of finance theory to the general
both order flow and order execution. This unit of study is an problem of valuing companies and other financial assets. This requires
introduction to fundamental market design and structure ideas. The a synthesis of the fundamental concepts of present value, cost of
increased worldwide emphasis on capital markets and stock capital, security valuation, asset pricing models, optimal capital
exchanges have brought the market microstructure specialisation of structures, derivative pricing and some related accounting concepts.
financial economics into the limelight. Global Trading will provide The subject aims to reach a level of practical application that allows
insights into how we with the help of securities market microstructure students to understand both the theoretical frameworks and
can gain a better understanding of today's global financial markets; institutional conventions of real world corporate valuations. Basic
to be able to make better financing and investment decisions, to valuation concepts from accounting will be reconciled with the finance
understand when, where and how to transact in financial instruments theory on which firm value ultimately stands. Students will be asked
and how to make better use of the ever increasing flow of market to make extensive use of Excel or similar software in valuation
information. As we increase our intuitive familiarity with today's diverse exercises.
financial markets we are able to develop successful trading strategies
in different instruments and across many markets, today and in the FINC6022
future. Behavioural Finance
FINC6016 per week Assessment: Mid-term exam (30%); Group assignment (20%); Final
Financial Instruments and Markets exam (50%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Behavioural finance examines how individual financial decision making
Assessment: 2x mid-term exams (2x15%), assignment (20%), final exam (50%)
and behaviour affect outcomes in financial markets.The subject begins
This unit provides students with an introduction to Australian financial with a review of the foundations of efficient markets, and then draws
markets and an evaluation of the institutions, instruments and comparisons between the efficient ('economically rational') market
participants involved in the industry. The main markets evaluated and the less understood but possibly more realistic behavioural
include the equity, money, bond, futures, options, and foreign ('partially rational' or 'irrational') understanding of markets. The
exchange markets. The relationship between the economic philosophy of the subject is that both viewpoints have advantages
environment and these markets is examined. The unit is designed to and each adds something new to our understanding of investor
meet the ASIC "Generic knowledge" requirements under Policy behaviour, both at the level of individual traders and at the level of the
Statement 146 for the licensing of Product Advisers (subject to market interpreted as a mechanism for aggregating opinion and
approval). This unit also provides an overview of a number of other attitudes to risk.
units which are offered in the postgraduate program.
IBUS5001
FINC6017 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
Mergers and Acquisitions Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
per week Assessment: Individual assignment (30%); Group assignment (30%);
Final 2hr exam (40%)
Assessment: 1 x 3hr final exam (50%); project (30%); Mid semester exam
(20%)
This unit focuses on the application of strategic thinking in key
Mergers and acquisitions have become perhaps the most important business contexts with a particular focus on the global nature of
activity of investment banks today. They are fundamental tools for business. Specific attention is given to: (i) the identification and
businesses to secure growth. To analyse mergers and acquisitions, managing of new business opportunites both for entrepreneurial
most tools from modern financial economics are needed. The unit start-ups and for new ventures that emerge within a corporate setting;
commences with a review of how existing businesses are valued; (ii) business model innovation as a basis for new ventures and
continues to analyse capital structure decisions and management business growth; (iii) the identification and managing of the specific
incentive issues, corporate control, and then moves on to look at the challenges and risks presented by operating in a global business
motives for mergers and acquisitions. Some acquisitions are motivated environment.
by value improvements created by correcting incentive problems,
many bad acquisitions however are motivated by bad incentives that IBUS6001
decreased value. International Business Strategy
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Late Classes:
FINC6019 1x 2 hr lecture and 1x 1hr seminar per week Assessment: Written Project
(40%); Individual assignment I (30%); Individual assignment II (30%)
Financial Modelling
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week This unit analyses how multinational firms leverage their capabilities
Assessment: Mid-Term Exam 1 (15%), Mid-Term Exam 2 (15%), Assignment and competencies to create competitive advantages in international
(20%), Final Exam (50%)
and global markets. Topics include assessing foreign market
It is important for practitioners of finance, at all levels, to be able to attractiveness; understanding the impact of differences in legal,
evaluate the applicability of a range of models for a given problem cultural, political and economic regimes; evaluating international
and to effectively implement and use the model that is selected. This political and economic risk; building and operating global networks,
unit will present methods for model design, implementation and including entry mode choice; understanding how managers design
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organisational architecture and implement internal control and incentive Individual participation (10%); In class case-studies (15%); Reflective Journals
mechanisms; and assessing the challenges of global citizenship, (15%)
ethical behaviour and social responsibility for international business. In order to succeed in international business, both corporations and
Problem-based learning, with case study workshops, is an integral individuals need broad decision-making abilities. Business
part of the program. decision-making tools yield more coherent and justifiable results when
used with an understanding of the ethical, social and environmental
IBUS6002 aspects of the process. This applies to various situations in the
Cross-Cultural Management international business setting including business relations with
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: government, customers, employees, and NGOs. This unit is designed
1x 3hr lecture/seminar per week Assessment: Group assignment (5% and
25%); 3-4 x review quizzes (15%); Class participation (10%); Final exam (45%). to look at these non-financial elements in the decisions made within
the international business context. Following the completion of this
An understanding of cultural differences and how to manage such unit, students will have enhanced skills and knowledge relevant to the
differences is critical to effective management in international and understanding of ethical issues and ethical decisions making in
multi-cultural business environments. The aim of this unit of study is international business organisations.
to provide conceptual frameworks and evidence from practice that
will develop an understanding of the ways in which cultures differ, IBUS6006
how these differences can impact on management, and how cultural Comparative International Management
issues can limit organisational effectiveness. Major topics include the Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week
significance of culture in international management, the meaning and Assessment: Group Project (35%); Evaluation of Group Members (5%);
dimensions of culture, comparative international management and Participation (10%); Mid-Semester Exam (20%); Final Exam (30%)
leadership styles, managing communication across cultures, ethics The triad regions, Japan, the United States, and the European Union,
and social responsibility in global management, cross-cultural together are the homes of almost all of the world's largest 500
negotiation and decision-making, forming and managing global teams, corporations. They account for a large majority of world exports. They
and developing the international and global manager. provide most of the world's outward flows of foreign direct investment,
and in addition they are the recipients of most of inward FDI flows.
IBUS6003 However, they are very different, in firm structure, in regulatory
Managing International Risk environment, and in the relations between private firms and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per government agencies. Dealing with them as competitors, customers,
week Assessment: Group workshops and case studies (40%); Major research
assignment (40%); Individual modules (20%) suppliers, or partners requires international managers to be aware of
these differences and to vary their strategy accordingly. This unit
This unit introduces students to the multi-level risk environments compares the structure and operations of triad firms, and the ways
encountered by multinational enterprise and the processes and that government agencies frame the operating environment in each
strategies that can be employed to identify, assess, manage and region. We look first at the ways firms in each region seek competitive
mitigate risk. Topics that are covered include multinational enterprise advantage, and how governments have supported them. We then
and expropriation, sovereign risk and corruption, political and look at a series of cases where firms have moved from their home
regulatory risk, brand and corporate reputation risk management, region into another, at the ways in which they have attempted to
managing anti-globalization protests and consumer boycotts, terrorism transfer their competitive advantage, and at the reasons for their
risk, and executive risk and risk management and a short introduction successes and failures. In addition to the specific knowledge of the
to financial risk and risk management. The unit will also introduce habits and tendencies of Japanese, United States, and European
students to the various analytical approaches involved in designing firms, the techniques of analysis developed in this unit are applicable
risk identification systems, reporting and monitoring protocols, and to a wide range of competitive situations across the global economy.
how risk is able to be assessed, prioritized and effectively managed.
The unit will emphasize a problem case based approach to learning IBUS6007
using workshops and simulation exercises. International Business Special Project
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr seminar
IBUS6004 per week Assessment: Research proposal (20%); Critique (10%); Instructor
International Business Alliances updates (15%); Presentation (15%); Major research report (40%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hr lecture/seminar per Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
week Assessment: Business Strategy Game (10%); Alliance proposal (10%);
Presentation (10%); Alliance case (10%); Participation (15%); Mid term exam The special project in International Business provides students with
(20%); Final exam (25%) an opportunity to undertake a supervised research project on an
approved topic.
Collaboration to achieve competitive advantage is one of the most
commonly recommended cross border strategies. However, IBUS6008
international alliances can take many different forms, and they can Export Management
serve many different purposes. Managing international alliances raises Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: C. Welsh Session: Semester 2
a series of different issues for the alliance partners to manage. This Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per week Assessment: Individual learning
unit examines the issues raised and considers the reasons for success journal (70%); Final exam (30%)
and failure of international alliances. It looks at the forms that
Exporting is a key international business activity, especially for small
partnerships can take, it examines the methods for choosing among
and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This unit covers both the
potential partners, it examines the potential forms of collaboration and
theory and practice of export management. The main areas covered
the level of resources each may require. Managing the partnership
in the unit are: 1) preparing to export (export stimulation, export
for maximum advantage, avoiding possible risks, and deciding how
readiness and planning), 2) forming and maintaining relationships
and when to end the partnership, all are further issues that managers
with intermediaries (including legal considerations), 3) managing risks
must consider. The unit considers these questions in the framework
and export finance, 4) filling export orders. The unit therefore covers
of general theoretical approaches, and pays particular attention to
both the operational and strategic challenges associated with the
discussion of individual cases.
exporting process.
IBUS6005
Ethical International Business Decisions
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hour seminar per week
from week 1 to week 13 Assessment: Group Project (30%); Final exam (30%);
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IBUS6011 control and exchange value, with particular attention paid to

New Business Opportunities and Startups the practice of open innovation.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hr lecture/seminar per
week Assessment: Group Presentation (15%); Group Project (20%); Individual IBUS6016
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%) Social Entrepreneurship
For small open economies such as Australia's, opportunity Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture per week and
1x 1hr reading and/or case per week for 12 weeks Assessment: Consulting
identification and exploitation are often critical to firms' long-term project (30%), in-class activities and quiz (10%), tutorial participation (15%),
growth and survival. Identifying new markets, developing new products thought sheet (15%), final exam (30%)
and implementing new business models are highly-regarded and
valuable skills for entrepreneurs and business managers alike. In Social entrepreneurs are committed to furthering a social mission
addition to exploring the special problems (and advantages) associated through enterprises that rank social, environmental or cultural impact
with entrepreneurial start-ups, the unit will explore commercialisation on a par with, or even above, profit. Intersecting the business and
and corporate venturing. Topics include opportunity recognition, not-for profit worlds, social entrepreneurship addresses many complex
structuring a business and investment proposal, venture capital and local and global problems. This unit will critically introduce the concept
other funding sources, market entry strategies as well as and develop frameworks for understanding social entrepreneurship
entrepreneurial and creative leadership. (also referred to as social enterprise and social innovation). Teaching
and learning will utilise case studies, and include the opportunity to
IBUS6012 apply real-world experiences. Topics will include creating innovative
Business Growth and Innovation social enterprises, sustainable business models, philanthropy and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr lecture/seminar per funding, impact assessment, and leadership.
week Assessment: Group Presentation (15%); Group Project (20%); Individual
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%) IBUS6017
The business landscape is changing, with increasingly global business
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture per week for
models and rapidly changing competitive environments buffeting 12 weeks & 1x 1hr reading per week for 10 weeks. Assessment: Wiki entry &
established businesses. Businesses that have 'survived' startup are edit (15%); 1x group project presentation (15%); 1x group project report (30%);
immediately challenged to build sustainable business models that individual participation (10%); & individual audio essay (30%)
continually leverage into new markets and products. This unit centres
The creative industries include architecture, design, film, television,
on business- and corporate-level strategy, focussing on the
music, the performing arts, advertising, publishing and the visual arts.
development of skills and knowledge required to spark and cope with
These industries are characterised by the presence of creative
rapid business growth. Topics will include harnessing and leveraging
individuals, large and powerful distributors (such as film studios) and
resources and capabilities, creating ventures that are international in
the leveraging of copyright. These industries are driven by imagination
scope, forming alliances, and mergers and acquisitions. This unit will
and novelty, with creativity and innovation essential to business
also explore issues associated with avoiding the pitfalls of rapid growth.
success.This unit explores enterprise development in these industries,
and will be of use to those intending to work in these industries, as
IBUS6013
well as those applying the skills and capabilities to other industries.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per
IBUS6018
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%) Business Negotiations
Entrepreneurial business opportunities do not always relate to Assessment: In-class exercises (30%); Mid Semester exam (20%);
early-stage or start-up businesses. Later-stage business investments, Self-Appraisal (20%); Group Project (30%)
whether buying existing businesses or turning around failing Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
enterprises, are a significant and growing focus of entrepreneurial
The purpose of this course is to help you understand the theory of
activity. This unit explores the process of acquiring and reinvigorating
established businesses and how to secure private equity funds
is to help you feel more comfortable and confident with the negotiation
(leveraged buy-outs) or corporate funding. The focus is on opportunity
process. The course is designed to be relevant to the broad spectrum
evaluation, business model innovation, management and revitalisation
of negotiation problems that are faced by managers but we use specific
rather than financial structuring. Students will have the opportunity to
examples from international strategy such as M&A and joint ventures.
apply the functional skills learned in core strategy, finance, marketing,
The course will provide participants with an opportunity to develop
and management units to real opportunities. As well as being of
skills experientially and to understand negotiation in useful analytic
interest to those wishing to acquire and manage their own business,
frameworks. Considerable emphasis will be placed on role-playing
the unit is appropriate for those working in `big' business and the
exercises and case studies.
financial markets.
IBUS6014 negotiations. Preparation for these negotiations, which are a large
Intellectual Property Management part of your grade, will require time-pressured reading of material in
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr class.
seminar/wk Assessment: Presentation (10%); Projects (30%); Individual Essay
(20%); Final Exam (40%) INFS5001
Project Management
Intellectual property (IP) represents the property of your mind, intellect,
and proprietary knowledge. There are a number of means 1 x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Individual Assignment (40%);
of protecting your IP, including patents, copyright and trade Technique Assessment (15%); Final Exam (45%)
marks. Creating IP does not necessarily mean you own the rights to
use it, as most forms require you to take formal steps to register your Based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) this
IP and obtain the legal rights of ownership (both in Australia and unit will introduce you to the end to end project management lifecycle.
internationally). This unit of study will cover aspects including the You will learn how to select appropriate projects based on their
concept of IP, how to identify and protect it in a local and international alignment with an organisation's strategy and then how to manage
context, creating the conditions to encourage and leverage IP in a those projects successfully from initiation through execution to
commercial context, how to manage a portfolio of IP, and enforcement completion.You will learn the essential components of effective project
scenarios. The unit concentrates on how to utilise IP to create, management and how to apply them in an integrated manner. You
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will be exposed to both the technical and behavioural aspects of project INFS6012
management - including Microsoft Project - and will gain experience Business Process Integration
in critically analysing the application of concepts in specific project Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
contexts. As organisations increasingly structure their activities on a Assessment: online case study (30%), SAP skills test (35%), final examination
project basis the unit will be of value to a range of discipline (35%)
specialisations. The unit can also contribute to you achieving This unit provides an overview of business process integration with
internationally recognised accreditation from the Project Management the help of packaged software solutions (via the SAP, enterprise
Institute (PMI). resource planning system). It provides students with hands-on skills
in using SAP and familiarizes them with all the modules and their
INFS6001 functionality with the aim of exploring the concepts of integration and
Managing Information and Systems enterprise-wide information systems and their ability to integrate
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar functions across the business. Students gain a thorough understanding
per week Assessment: Mid-semester test (35%), Individual essay (30%), Final
exam (35%) of the information and process flows in procurement, production, sales
and distribution and financial accounting. Reengineering and
This unit introduces you to the organisational foundations of configuration of enterprise systems and the architecture requirements
information systems and their emerging strategic role.You will develop for successful implementation of packaged software solutions is also
an understanding of critical information management and systems covered.
issues in organisations. The unit provides you with a solid
understanding of the senior management decisions relating to INFS6013
organisational information and systems and how various information Information Risk, Governance & Assurance
technologies work together to create infrastructure for electronic Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 3x1-hr seminars per week or
commerce and electronic business. You will explore the role of equivalent in intensive mode Assessment: Group Assignment (20%) and
information systems in capturing and distributing organisational Individual Research Project (40%) and Open book exam (40%)
knowledge and in enhancing management decision making. You will This unit explores the changing relationship between information risk,
gain a deep understanding into how the information systems function governance and assurance. Information and IT enabled information
or processes in organisations can be managed. Finally, you will have systems are valuable assets to organisations and are of critical
the opportunity to explore the special management challenges and importance in meeting regulatory obligations. Therefore the risk of
opportunities created by the pervasiveness and power of information disruption, theft or destruction to information systems has business
systems. value and compliance implications. This unit takes an interdisciplinary
view in examining standards, frameworks and methodologies for
INFS6002 identifying, analysing and evaluating potential information risk areas,
Strategic Information Systems Management protection strategies and assurance processes across the organisation
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week and throughout the information system lifecycle. Your knowledge will
Assessment: Mid Semester Test (25%), Individual Assignment (35%), Exam
(40%) be expanded in a multi-level approach that also examines the design
and implementation of information policy, legal, professional and
The relationship between an organisation's business strategy and its ethical responsibilities, and corporate governance of information and
information systems is important and challenging. In an environment communication technologies.The theoretical and conceptual material
of rapid, often technology-led change, information systems strategy covered in seminars is reinforced through problem-based learning.
may be required to both lead and support business strategy. Strategic
information systems solutions may need to be highly complex and INFS6015
integrated, yet flexible and adaptable to change. The implications for Business Process Management
these dilemmas are explored in terms of the design, implementation Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
and enactment of IT strategies, and governance of value adding IT Assessment: Individual Assignment (35%), Skills Test (25%), Final Exam (40%)
resources. You will gain a detailed understanding of the concepts,
This unit provides students with an overview of the business process
tools and methodologies used in the negotiation and development of
life cycle. It provides a detailed understanding of the concepts,
IT strategy, and the development of a business focussed, robust and
strategies, tools and technologies required for modelling, analysis,
flexible enterprise architecture. Your understanding will be enhanced
design, improvement, integration, performance measurement and
through active participation in case studies, which are an essential
governance of business processes (both intra- and inter-enterprise)
element of the unit.
in any organisational and/or value chain context and relevant industry
standards such as ITIL and SCOR. The unit also develops practical
INFS6004
skills in modelling, redesigning and improving business processes
Information Systems Change Management
and workflows using commercial software tools such as ARIS and
Assessment: Individual Research Assignment (15%), Individual Problem-based Web Sphere Modeller.
Assignment (35%), Group Problem-based Assignment (50%)
INFS6016
Many information systems implementations require organisational Technology Enabled Business Innovation
change, or are part of broader change initiatives, and this unit aims Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week
to equip you with the ability to operate as a change agent to lead and Assessment: Individual Research Assignment (15%), Individual Problem-based
manage that process. You will be exposed to the factors that need to Assignment (35%), Group Problem-based Assignment (50%)
be considered to understand an organisation's specific context and
This unit will assist you to develop knowledge and skills in innovative,
provided with the knowledge, methodologies and techniques to
technology-enabled business models and strategies from a
successfully manage the change related aspects of an information
management perspective. It will enable you to better understand and
system implementation within that context. Topics covered by this unit
apply the concepts, strategies, tools and technologies necessary for
include the roles of change, approaches to change - including strategic
undertaking business innovation. From basic knowledge of business
change, change tools, models and frameworks (including TQM, Six
models and essential business processes this unit will increase your
Sigma, and BPR for organisational diagnosis), strategies for managing
awareness and understanding of stakeholders, their capabilities and
organisational resistance and the end-to-end change process.
their limitations in the strategic convergence of technology and
business. It will increase your insights into the technology and
infrastructure required to support commerce in the 21st Century and
will support development of your capabilities to analyse, develop and
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evaluate innovative technology-enabled business strategies and INFS6030

models. Project Management in Practice
INFS6017 per week Assessment: Group assignment (10%), Individual assessments
Strategic Information & Knowledge Mgmt (30%, 60%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week Drawing upon the knowledge and skills you have developed from
Assessment: Class activities (10%); Individual research project (30%); Group
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (30%). other units in the project management specialisation you will examine
the different requirements for strategy and operations oriented projects.
In today's digital information society it is essential that organizations You will enhance your understanding and experience of real work
have effective strategies for generating, managing and obtaining value projects by undertaking structured assessments of historical projects
from their information and knowledge assets. It requires an in a variety of contexts based upon the components of the Project
understanding of the national policy, legal, technological and business Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). You will also learn how
imperatives that shape information design. INFS6017 adopts a design PMBOK is applied currently in industry - including a presentation from
thinking approach that focuses on innovation and sustainability in the a project management expert practitioner. The unit culminates in you
design and management of information products and services. We developing a project charter and undertaking project planning in a
use industry case studies to develop in-depth knowledge of information business setting of relevance to your interests.
management theory and hands-on design workshops to develop your
knowledge and skills in the use of key design methods and tools (e.g. INFS6101
user-centred service design, information audit, information needs Information Systems Research A
analysis, user modelling). Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Research
supervision meetings as required Assessment: Dissertation (100%)
INFS6018 Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must seek
Managing Business Intelligence permission from the Discipline of Business Information Systems to enrol in this
unit.
Assessment: Tutorial work (10%), Mid-session exam (30%), Practical This unit is intended for students wishing to complete their degree
assignment (20%), Final exam (40%)
with a significant research component. Students complete a research
Business Intelligence (BI) is a major source of competitive advantage project design in a special topic of interest related to Information,
in the Information Age and is therefore a leading business priority Systems, or Process Management. This unit provides the opportunity
globally. This unit covers all aspects of the enterprise BI ecosystem for students to complete intensive study in Business Information
in the context of strategic and operational BI, including all five stages Management. In the absence of formal classes, students are required
of BI evolution. Topics include multidimensional data modelling and to conduct an in-depth literature review, understand select justify an
integration, data warehousing, advanced analytics, BI driven appropriate research methodology, and produce a research
performance management, business process intelligence, active protocol/design for the topic of interest. Students taking this unit will
enterprise intelligence, state-of-the art data quality methodologies and be supervised by an academic member of staff in an area of
management of complex BI projects. The hands-on experience in contemporary relevance.
using a commercial BI platform, combined with in-depth analytical
skills acquired in this unit, will enable you to help any organization INFS6106
(regardless of its size and industry domain) to derive more intelligence Information Systems Research B
from its data and compete on analytics. This unit does not require Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar
programming experience as issues are explored from the business per week Assessment: Dissertation (80%); Poster presentation (20%)
rather than technology perspective. It is suitable for both current and Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must seek
permission from the Discipline of Business Information Systems to enrol in this
aspiring BI practitioners as well as general business practitioners from unit.
any functional area interested to learn how to start and lead BI-related
initiatives. This unit is intended for students wishing to complete their degree
with a significant research component within the BIS major. This unit
INFS6020 provides the opportunity for students to complete intensive study in
BIS Innovation, Transformation & Change Business Information Management. Students taking this unit will have
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr seminar successfully completed INFS6101. Students will conduct desk research
per week Assessment: Presentation and Individual Project (100%) in a special topic of interest related to Information, Systems, or Process
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Management, and based upon the results of their work in INFS6101.
In the absence of formal classes, students are required to conduct
The unit serves as a capstone for the extended (6 unit) MCom (BIS)
secondary research, report on and analyse the data that they collect,
major and is structured around a semester long business innovation
and produce relevant and critical research findings for the topic of
project. This project will consolidate learning from prior Business
interest. Students will produce a dissertation and poster presentation
Information Systems units of study, integrate learning from other units
of their research. Students taking this unit will be supervised by an
of study in the degree, and extend knowledge, skills and capabilities
academic member of staff in an area of contemporary relevance.
to contribute to business innovation, transformation and change. The
project will allow you to demonstrate your ability to critically synthesise MKTG5001
and apply BIS tools, methods, models and frameworks with Marketing Principles
cross-disciplinary business analysis, communication and research
skills. The overarching capability is to prepare a full business case for per week Assessment: Case analysis presentation (10%), In-class discussion
innovation to address a business problem or to seize a business (8%), Mid-term exam (20%), Team presentation (15%), Team marketing plan
opportunity. Knowledge and skills will include critical analysis of (25%), Final exam (20%), Research participation (2%)
business problems in an organisation, specification of requirements,
This unit introduces students to the basic principles and language of
identification of options and the creative design of practical,
marketing theory and practice. Marketing principles are examined in
technology-enabled business innovations to implement selected
relation to a wide variety of products and services, in both commercial
options. The business case will include planning for project
and non-commercial domains. A strong emphasis is placed on strategy
implementation, management of change, risk management and
planning and the marketing decision process. Students learn via the
evaluation of project outcomes.
analysis of case studies drawn from the Asia-Pacific region, as well
as the USA. The unit is presented in four sections. These are: (a)
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introduction to marketing and the marketing management process, developing and evaluating creative communications, which traditional
(b) strategic issues in marketing - focusing on the preliminary analyses advertising agencies have been slow to recognise and respond to.
that are required before a marketing decision can be made, (c) the Topics include: developments in media/ modes of delivery; implications
marketing mix - a detailed look at the components that make up a of the shift from ownership towards access; the role of the visual in
marketing plan, and (d) marketing planning, implementation and control cross marketing; attitudinal monitoring; and issues related to client
processes. Students gain practical experience in analysing marketing relationship.
situations and developing a comprehensive marketing plan.
MKTG6007
MKTG6001 Consumer Behaviour
Marketing Research Concepts Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week per week Assessment: Individual assignment (20%), Group assignment (30%),
Assessment: group term project (38%); 2 x exams (48%), research participation Presentation of group assignment (10%), Tutorial preparation portfolio (15%),
(4%), class participation (10%) Final exam (25%)
This unit provides an introduction to marketing research and an This unit explores the processes that govern why consumers buy (and
overview of the industry. The major components of marketing research don't buy), and what possessions mean to them. Students learn to
projects are discussed and students gain an insight into understanding apply the concepts, principles, and theories from various social
and structuring research problems. The unit also gives an overview sciences to the study of factors that influence the acquisition and
of primary, secondary and internal sources of data as well as advanced consumption of products, services and ideas. Specifically, principles
methods and techniques of research. from economics, psychology, sociology, social psychology, cultural
anthropology and human geography are used to describe and explain
MKTG6003 consumer behaviour.
Marketing Strategy
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1b, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar MKTG6013
per week Assessment: In-class participation & blackboard discussion (15%); International and Global Marketing
Case study analysis (20%); Foundation business simulation (20%), Computer Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
simulation presentation (10%), Final exam (35%) per week Assessment: Participation (20%), Midterm exam (25%), Final
assignment written project (35%), Final assignment presentation (20%)
A survey of marketing strategy and planning. Topics include:
environmental and situational analyses; SWOT analysis; alternative This unit introduces students to international marketing using the
identification and evaluation; marketing research to inform strategic marketing concept. It firstly considers environmental factors and then
decision making; selection of alternatives and implementation of studies how marketing strategies are affected by those environmental
strategy; the role of the marketing mix elements in marketing strategy; factors. It aims to give students an awareness and understanding of
sustainable and non-sustainable advantages; competitive intelligence; international marketing concepts and highlight their importance in a
the strategic role of quality; monitoring customer satisfaction; problem rapidly changing global economy. Additionally it aims to develop
and opportunity identification. student skills in designing and implementing marketing strategies in
diverse international and global contexts.
MKTG6004
New Product Development MKTG6016
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar Brand Management
per week Assessment: group case analysis (35%), group presentation (15%), Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2a Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
exam (30%), individual participation (10%), participation portfolio (10%) per week Assessment: Contribution/participation (10%), Brand audit/s (15%),
Branding topic paper (25%), Brand plan presentation (15%), Brand plan (35%)
New products and services are crucial to successful growth and
increased profits in many industries. Students are introduced to the The most important intangible asset of any business is its brand. The
development and marketing of new products and services in both the company's name, symbols and slogans along with their underlying
private and public sectors. A product development assignment is associations, perceived quality, name awareness, customer base and
carried out to reinforce the material covered and to provide realistic related proprietary resources form the basis for brand equity. Most
examples of how new products are designed, tested and launched. new brands that are introduced, fail because of the lack of proper
market research and analysis about positioning. The core of
MKTG6005 successfully establishing a brand lies in accurate positioning strategies.
Marketing Communications This unit helps students understand the concept of brand equity and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Summer Main Classes: 1x 3hr seminar the management of brand assets by learning to strategically create,
per week Assessment: In-class participation (18%); Individual assignments position, develop and protect brand equity.
(20%); Research component (2%); Group project (30%); Final exam (30%)
This unit provides a theoretical and practical perspective on the role MKTG6020
of marketing communications in the marketing process, planning and Business Marketing
implementation. The unit focuses on the role of different media Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1a Classes: Block intensive - 6 days,
9am - 4:30pm Assessment: Participation (20%), Case study assignment (30%),
(television, radio, print, outdoor, cinema, Internet) and covers various Group assignment (50%)
aspects of advertising and promotions management including: mass
media advertising, in-store advertising, sales promotion, public Business marketing is concerned with the marketing of products and
relations, sponsorships, and personal selling. services to other businesses and institutions. It involves selecting,
developing and managing customer relationships in line with the skills,
MKTG6006 resources, strategy and objectives of both the supplier and customer
Creative Communications in Marketing companies. Traditionally, business marketing was approached using
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2a Classes: 1x 3hr seminar the '4P's' framework. This unit exposes students not only to the
per week Assessment: Individual participation (13%); Two individual traditional view but contrasts that approach with the interactions,
assignments (2x25%); Research component (2%); One group project (35%)
relationships and networks approach to business marketing. The unit
The nineties saw a shift in the focus of creative communication aims to develop students into more complete marketers, capable of
decisions from the traditional advertising agencies to specialist creative operating within the dynamic business marketing environment.
services providers. Alternative ways to produce, implement and monitor
creative communications have been developed. This unit explores
changes that have taken place and focuses on new principles of
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MKTG6103 assignment (25%), in-class group debate (10%), in-class group case analysis
Services Marketing (5%), final examination (35%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week The aim of this unit is to provide an integrated approach to both micro
Assessment: participation (20%), exam (25%), final assignment written project
(35%), final assignment presentation (20%)
and macro aspects of organisational behaviour particularly related to
the transport and logistic industries. The unit examines actions at
Today's economy is dominated by service industries. Service industries three different levels of analysis: the individual, the group and the
account for almost 80 per cent of Australia's GDP and will generate organisation and is divided into three parts. Part 1 covers the strategic
virtually all the growth in new jobs. It is acknowledged that there are thinking and the general environment affecting the work place. It also
significant differences between services marketing and goods examines the fundamentals of individual at work. Part 2 focuses on
marketing. Unfortunately, most traditional marketing texts primarily leadership, work teams, and power and conflict in organisations. Part
focus on the marketing of physical goods. While these texts obviously 3 attends to organisational structure, culture and strategic change
provide valuable learning and insight, they are inadequate in preparing management. The integration of these 3 parts would provide
students for the marketing skills required in today's dynamic and participants with the knowledge and skills to manage his/her
service-based economies. This unit is designed to prepare students organisation effectively particularly in the transport and logistic
for senior marketing roles in today's "new" economy. It explores the industries.
unique characteristics of services organisations and distinctive
marketing approaches required for success. TPTM6130
MKTG6104 Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester
The Psychology of Business Decisions 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) readiness assurance tests
(20%), in-class individual quizzes (6) (25%), team project with group report
per week Assessment: Major assignment (34%), Mid session examination
(20%) and individual presentation (15%), take home examination (20%).
(15%), Minor assignment (15%), Class participation (4%), Final examination
(30%), Research component (2%)
This unit provides an essential set of skills for the management of the
Given limitations in their ability to process information, humans adopt transport and logistics system for both the private and public sector
a variety of heurstics or "rules of thumb" when making judgements or and across all modes in the freight and passenger sectors. The unit
decisions regarding business problems, product choice and provides an introduction to transport and logistics issues that benefit
consumption options, and in their personal lives. The evolution of from an understanding of key economic ideas. This unit does not
these heurstics over time has ensured that they produce generally require a previous background in economics. The unit is divided into
good outcomes across a variety of contexts. However, they also lead a number of modules: travel demand and choice; costing, performance
to systematic, and sometimes substantial, errors in certain cases. and benchmarking, strategic assessment of transport
This unit of study will help students understand biases in human distribution-related policy instruments; pricing and infrastructure and
decision making, and how they influence business and consumer freight systems management. Examples and case studies are drawn
decisions in everyday life. For each decision domain, the psychological from the freight and passenger sectors as well as all modes of
heuristic is contrasted with the logical rule for producing an optimal transport. The specialised rigour will provide appropriate training for
outcome. tackling other topics, in other units, in more detail beyond these three
modules. The material is of especial relevance to majors in transport
TPTM5001 and logistics.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Semester 1, TPTM6160
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for Aviation Management and Logistics
further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (35%), group project Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Werner Delfmann Session:
presentation and report (30%), final examination (35%) Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
Note: This is the foundation unit for all logistics management programs and further details. Assessment: Class participation (10%), group case study work
should be completed in the first period of study. Students with extensive practical (35%), group research work including presentations (35%), final examination
experience in the logistics industry may apply to substitute another unit for (20%)
TPTM5001.Please provide a CV and covering email outlining your experience
to Professor David Walters david.walters@sydney.edu.au. The aviation industry is changing rapidly with resulting commercial
opportunities in airlines and airports. Participants in this course will
Logistics and supply chain management are foundation blocks of any
develop an understanding of the economics of operating airlines and
successful business. Unless an organisation can manage and
airports and the implications of competitive strategies for the
coordinate the movement of materials, information and cash through
development of hubs and networks. Airline topics include airline
its business, and those of partner organisations, it is unlikely to
strategies, marketing, the formation and management of alliances,
outperform its competitors. Furthermore organisations rarely compete
yield/revenue management, travel sales and distribution. The growth
as fully integrated organisations; typically they are part of increasingly
in air traffic in the region is placing strains on airport capacity and the
interdependent networks. The operational disciplines of the successful
course covers forecasting, airport planning, externalities of airports,
organisation are responsible for developing and managing its response
pricing airport use, investment decisions, and the role of the private
to market opportunities, and supply chain management is the key to
sector in airport development and operation. The course involves
a successful response. This unit provides the foundation for
individual work.
understanding of these two important concepts for logistics and supply
chain management. It offers sound grounding in terms, concepts, TPTM6170
techniques and principles that underlie logistics and supply chain Value Chain Management
management, exploring both concepts and demonstrating how together Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor David Walters Session:
these contribute towards a strategically effective and operationally Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to
efficient organisation. This is the foundation unit of study for all logistics timetable for further details. Assessment: Tutorials (2) (30%), quizzes (4) (30%),
and supply chain management programs and majors. final examination (40%)
Note: This is the capstone unit for all logistics management programs and should
TPTM6115 be completed in the last period of study.
Organisational Logistics Australian businesses are increasingly working as components of
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok value chain networks and the key focus of this unit is to introduce the
Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm.
Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class test (25%), group
concepts of what has been identified as the "New Economy Business
Model". It explores the concepts using examples and case studies.
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The changes to facilitate this are not just sales and marketing driven, shipping industry in particular. The course includes topics such as
but encompass design and development, production and distribution Global trade and maritime logistics, port operations, port competition,
in a holistic business model. Products and services now have multiple liner alliances, fleet management, liner routing and scheduling,
applications and business organisations are redefining their core intermodalism and port security.
capabilities and processes. In other words "value chain networks" are
competing with each other. At the industry level value chains can be TPTM6210
seen as business network structures, or confederations, that are Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
developing from traditional corporations. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Winter Main
Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
TPTM6180 Assessment: Individual assignment (35%), group project presentation and
report (30%), final examination (35%)
Geographical Information Systems
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Stephen Greaves Reverse logistics has become a process within supply chain
Session: Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to management receiving increased focus as a result of: amplified
timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual tutorial exercises using
GIS software (25%), team project using GIS software (group contribution (25%),
consumer demand; pressure from environmental groups; the desire
individual (10%)), team presentation (group contribution (10%), individual (5%)), to create closed loop supply chain systems; political motivations; and,
final examination (25%) legislation. It is import when designing supply chains to view and
analyse from a closed loop perspective. We operate in an increasingly
This unit introduces students to Geographical Information Systems
global market with product and services being sourced internationally,
(GIS), which have revolutionised the ability to support different types
all of which adds further complexity when considering from a reverse
of transportation, logistics and planning analyses. The course begins
logistics and closed loop supply chain perspective. Increasingly,
by introducing students to the fundamentals of GIS, the spatial model,
reverse logistics is becoming a differentiator when determining
how data are organised and how spatial queries work. We then focus
competitive advantage between like companies within an industry.
on spatial data sources, with a particular focus on GPS, including
This unit offers an in depth examination of concepts pertaining to
practical application and use within a GIS system. The course then
reverse logistics and closed loop supply chain management then
moves to a hands-on focus in which students will use the powerful
demonstrates how together they contribute toward building a
TransCAD GIS software to analyse a number of problems (e.g.,
strategically effective and operationally efficient organisation.
planning a routing and delivery system, locating a new warehouse,
establishing potential demand for a new bus service). Students will TPTM6224
also gain knowledge of how open-source GIS software (e.g., Google Intelligent Transport & Logistic Systems
Maps, Google Streets) can be used to analyse spatial problems. By Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Christopher Skinner Session:
the end of the course, students will be able to conduct and evaluate Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
a GIS case study in terms of implementation of a data model, the use further details. Assessment: Individual reports (40%), group reports (20%),
of appropriate GIS tools and techniques, benefits and barriers of the short-answer test (20%), individual essay (20%)
implemented system, and how the system could be improved. This In this ever changing world, transportation and logistics professionals
unit will appeal to all students interested in the spatial impact of require knowledge and expertise of how advanced technologies can
decisions. enhance the safety, security, sustainability and efficiency of their
operations. This Unit of Study will provide knowledge and
TPTM6190
understanding of intelligent transport systems [ITS], intelligent vehicle
Logistics Systems
systems (Telematics) and supply-chain and other intelligent logistic
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Collins Session: Semester
1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
systems. The Unit includes closely related material on Information
further details. Assessment: Demand forecasting computer examination (20%), and Communications Technology [ICT], especially wireless
descriptive techniques and evaluation techniques computer examination (20%), communications, location-based services and distributed information
inventory management computer examination (20%), Odessey2Go computer processing in advanced intelligent networks. Advanced sensor devices
examination (20%), optimisation individual report (20%)
and interfaces are discussed with their strengths and limitations.
This unit provides an in-depth introduction to various analytical tools, Applicable modelling and analysis techniques are experienced in
techniques and software which are useful in the design and day to tutorial exercises and assignments. The Unit aims to prepare the
day operations of logistics organisations and integrated supply chains. student for a role in transport and logistics systems project design
Emphasis in the unit is on which tools (in particular, students will be and performance assessment, including the ability to communicate
exposed to Enterprise Resource Planning tool) to use and when to effectively with specialist development agencies. Business case
use them in order to improve the overall performance and reduce analysis and risk management are related to systems definition,
costs in operating within supply chains. The unit will be taught from development planning and execution. The Unit includes a visiting
a managerial performance, addressing issues such as better speaker and actual or virtual visits to Sydney transport & logistics
forecasting, inventory management and transportation. The unit is control centres. Tutorial sessions discuss topical international
taught in lecture and lab formats and will in addition involve significant transport& logistics projects and analyses from a systems perspectives.
self instruction.
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TPTM6200 International Logistics
Maritime Logistics Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ada Suk-Fung Ng Session:
Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (25%),
Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
mid-term examination (15%), group assignment (20%), group class case study
further details. Assessment: Online introductory module (10%), group research
(10%), final examination (30%)
project (group contribution (30%), individual(10%)), ongoing quizzes and class
participation (15%), essay (15%), case study report (20%)
The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive
The growth of international trade and the globalisation of production arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market
have considerably increased the impact of international and maritime and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to
logistics. Trade growth has resulted in a rapid increase of shipping maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international
value and tonnage led by containerized trade. Containers and operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very
intermodal transportation have improved the efficiency of global supply strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from
chains allowing for an efficient, quicker and more economical flow of inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design
cargo. This course is designed to familiarize students with the special and those associated with aspects of international transport, and
characteristics of the maritime industry in general and the container location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in
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international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure, TPTM6380

and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with Retail Logistics Management
examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere. This unit Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Gareth Jude Session: Summer Main,
does not assume any prior knowledge of logistics on the part of the Winter Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
student. As such it is useful for students studying International further details. Assessment: In class quiz (1) (5%), individual essay (30%), in
class test (2) (5%), group project (20%), group presentation (10%), final
Business/International Law who may wish to gain a strategic overview examination (30%)
of the role of logistics in international trade and commerce.
Logistics management in retailing organisations is a critical activity.
TPTM6270 For many fast moving consumer goods retailing companies, logistics
Innovations in Logistics & Supply Chains management is a major process in delivering customer value and
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Robert Ogulin Session: Winter containing operating costs. Typically retailers operate on low margins
Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further and as logistics costs are a large proportion of their total costs the
details. Assessment: Research and analysis group research paper (20%), topic is of extreme importance. This unit considers a number of related
group presentation (20%), take home examination (50%), class participation
(10%) decision areas such as; the changing retail environment and its
implications for logistics management; developing and implementing
The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive a merchandise strategy; sourcing and procurement; deciding upon
arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market store outlet numbers and their catchment locations, in-store format
and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to strategies; the role of customer service; and, customer communications
maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international decisions. For each of these key decision areas the implications for
operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very logistics is an important consideration.The unit will also present current
strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from approaches to information management and performance
inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design management and evaluation.
and those associated with aspects of international transport, and
location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in TPTM6390
international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure, Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects
and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Jersey Seipel Session: Semester 1
examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere. Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
Assessment: Individual essay (25%), group report and presentation (25%),
final examination (50%)
TPTM6310
Project Management in Supply Chains Logistics in humanitarian aid projects has long been an overlooked
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ada Suk-Fung Ng Session: factor in the efficient and effective delivery of help to victims of war,
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 5 lecture days (9am-5pm), 2 half day natural disasters and epidemics. With increased media coverage and
workshops. Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Mid-term
examination (20%), group project (group contribution (30%), individual (30%)), the rise of the "CNN-factor" of humanitarian assistance to countries
laboratory workshops (15%) and class participation (5%). such as Sudan, Congo, Haiti, Afghanistan and Iraq, professional
logistics and supply chain management for humanitarian aid missions
Project management is an emerging management tool that can be has taken a place in the spotlight and is more and more recognised
applied to projects in various industries. This course focuses on project as one of the core components of all successful relief efforts. Unstable
management skills with the application in logistics and supply chain security environments, long and fragile supply lines, time constraints
projects. A combination of lectures and case studies will be used for and access restrictions often add to the pressure on logistics managers
demonstrating project management theories and strategies. Front-end to deliver aid where it is most needed. This unit offers an introduction
planning is critical to project success. Planning consumes only a into the complex and challenging world of logistics in humanitarian
fraction of project monies yet locks in major decisions with profound aid projects by case-studies of real emergencies, group exercises
ramifications for the whole of project life and the end results to the and discussion of mission parameters based on experience from the
changes in supply chains. Project success is based on the ability of field.
project managers to lead their teams to finish their project on time,
on (or under) budget and to the specified quality. Therefore, practical TPTM6440
knowledge of Microsoft Project, a software tool which is commonly International Freight Transportation
used by project managers, will be covered to enhance practical skills Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Frederic Horst Session: Summer
on project planning and tracking. Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further
details. Assessment: Take home examination (30%), individual paper (40%),
TPTM6370 group assignment (30%)
Manufacturing Logistics This unit seeks to give students an understanding of the dynamics of
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor David Walters Session: the express, air freight and shipping business. The course will discuss
Summer Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
further details. Assessment: Individual essay (40%), quizzes (4) (30%), group underlying drivers of international trade flows and the demand for
project (30%) capacity in different freight transport modes, as well as industry
structure, regulatory environment and market access. Building on this
This unit provides an overview of theory and practice in the fast background the course will highlight the implications for profitable air
changing area of manufacturing and the logistics implications of cargo and shipping operations. Particular focus will be given to fleet
emerging manufacturing strategies and operations.The developments and network planning, revenue and cost management. The material
in global businesses are impacting on the discipline of business covered in the course will take into account recent developments in
logistics. New business models are being developed, many of them global and regional economic activity and discuss implications for the
in the Asia/Pacific region. This unit considers the changes occurring various sectors of the air and seafreight businesses.
in manufacturing and explores the challenges confronting this
discipline.The unit complements other topics covered within the Master TPTM6470
of Logistics and is essential to the practical orientation of the degree. Sustainable Transport & Logistic Systems
The case study approach and guest lecturers will provide Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Stephen Greaves
up-to-the-moment content on this dynamic topic. Session: Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to
timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual homework exercise (25%),
pop quizzes (25%), team project with group (25%) and individual (10%)
component; team presentation with group (10%) and individual (5%) component.
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How can we accommodate the rapidly expanding movement of WORK6002

passengers and freight in a way that is environmentally and socially Foundations of Strategic Management
sustainable into the future? This unit introduces students to the major Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial
environmental issues that must be considered in contemporary per week Assessment: Case analysis (40%), Seminar facilitation (5%), Seminar
transport and logistics operations including climate change, regional paper (15%), Participation (5%), Final exam (35%)
and local air pollution, noise pollution and safety. The focus then turns This unit of study provides a critical examination of the concept of
to specific modes, focusing initially on passenger transport, where we æstrategy' in the management of organisations beginning with an
identify the major trends working against sustainability and the range examination of different approaches to strategy and strategic
of regulatory, behavioural, pricing, and voluntary strategies available management and the development of strategic management as an
to try to reverse these trends. We then introduce the notion of 'green' academic discipline. It also provides an understanding of the interplay
logistics and what regulators and companies can/should be doing to between the external environment and industry environment and the
facilitate more sustainable practices in the shipment of freight. We organisation. It enables students to apply concepts of strategic
then consider the issues/challenges around sustainable aviation and management to a range of case studies in order to explore the practical
international shipping practice. Finally, we consider the critical issue application of strategic management models.
of safety and what strategies have/could be employed to mitigate the
impacts. Throughout the unit, we focus on what is going on in both WORK6017
the developed and emerging world nations, where the challenges are Human Resource Strategies
potentially on a different order of magnitude. The unit is of particular Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour
value to students majoring in transport, logistics, environmental seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%),
planning, and urban planning. presentations (30%) and exam (40%)
This unit of study examines the theoretical foundations of strategic

TPTM6495
human resource management and then critically analyses the empirical
Analysis Tools for Transport & Logistics
evidence related to a range of HR strategies deployed in contemporary
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Matthew Beck Session: Semester
1, Semester 2 Classes: 5 x 3 hour lectures, 6 x 3 hour computer tutorials. Refer workplaces, both in Australia and internationally. In doing so, we will
to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class multiple choice quizzes explore the issues underpinning emerging HR strategies, their
(5) (15%), computer exam (30%), group assignment (25%), final examination implementation and the outcomes experienced within the organisation
(30%) and the wider environment. The HR strategies studied will involve
Quantitative analysis is a key activity in developing successful business those that focus on managing a contemporary workforce and may
strategies in the areas of transportation and logistics management. include human resources strategies associated with: the management
Successful business strategies are generally based on diverse forms of front line workers, teams, non standard forms of employment, job
of analysis on information collected from a wide range of sources. quality and work-life balance, and gender and diversity at work, for
This unit of study provides an introduction to the theory and principles example.
of quantitative analysis of transport and logistics markets through
WORK6018
lectures, computer workshops, and practical assessments requiring
International Industrial Relations
the analysis of various types of data. Through classes and
assessments designed to specifically teach students how to undertake Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Winter Main Classes: 1 x 3 hour
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: essay (40%), group
quantitative research in a practical manner, students will be able to seminar facilitation (20%), seminar particiapation and attendence (10%), in
conduct their own quantitative analysis of transport and logistic market class test (30%)
places.
This unit provides students with insights into the debate about the
WORK5003 effect of globalisation on employment relations by using comparative
Management and Organisations analysis to identify the range of factors that account for similarities
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour and difference in national patterns of industrial relations. The unit
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Case Study(20%); Essay(40%); Final focuses on providing an understanding of the nature of industrial
2hr exam OR Critical Reflection(40%); Academic Honesty Module (0%) relations patterns in developed and developing market economies
and invites students to compare a range of developments across
This unit aims to introduce students to the nature and context of
these countries.
management. It explores the functions and processes of management
and encourages students to critically reflect on management theory WORK6026
and practice. It can be taken as a standalone unit for students enrolled Organisational Change and Development
in various specialist masters programs and also prepares students
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Intensive - 6 days, 10am -
for further study in strategic management, organisational analysis and 5pm Assessment: Continuous: assignment (50%), exam (50%)
strategy and human resource management.
This unit seeks to develop diagnostic and prescriptive skills in relation
WORK6001 to the management of organisational change while also encouraging
Organisational Analysis and Behaviour the adoption of a critical perspective of the field. Part 1 (Organisational
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial Change and the Nature of Organisations) introduces the fields of
per week Assessment: Group seminar presentation (20%); Individual essay organisational change, explains its relevance to organisation
(40%); Final 2hr exam (40%); Academic honesty module (0%) performance and strategy and examines key change management
This unit introduces students to the behaviour of people when acting models. Part 2 (Diagnosis and Intervention) examines the utility of
as members of an organisation. The aim of the unit is to provide an key organisational change models and techniques and identifies
understanding of the processes and structures that influence factors that may impact on the effectiveness of the change
organisational behaviour, by drawing on ideas from psychology, management process. Part 3 (Key Areas of Intervention) analyses
sociology, management and anthropology. Topics covered include: the application of organisational change practices and initiatives to a
personality and the self; learning and socialisation; motivation and number of specific organisational issues.
commitment; group behaviour and dynamics; organisational design
WORK6033
and boundaries; organisational culture, change and leadership.
Organisational Sustainability
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Semester 1:
Intensive - 6 days 10-5pm, Semester 2: 1 x 3hr seminar/tutorial per week
Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and exam (40%)
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Note: Capstone unit for MHRM&IR WORK6119

The Innovative Firm
Organisational sustainability is a critical part of contemporary
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 39 hours in intensive mode
managerial practice, focusing on organisations' economical, social - 6 days Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%), presentations
and environmental impact. This unit of study critically evaluates the (30%) and exam (40%)
intentions, practices and outcomes of organisational sustainability
initiatives. By applying relevant theoretical frameworks, students will The aim of this course is to examine long run changes in the
be encouraged to enhance their understanding of the role and organisation and management of business enterprises. Against a
responsibilities of management, the impact of organisations on background of an introduction of business history, the major themes
employees, and the wider societal and environmental implications of to be covered include business strategy, marketing, employment
contemporary organisational trends. With an emphasis on the human relations, financing, governance and technology. While there is no
dimensions of organisational actions, this unit builds on foundational precise chronological period, the main concentration will be on the
units of study in Management, Industrial Relations and Human growth of large-scale corporations from the nineteenth century to the
Resource Management. present day. A major preoccupation of the course is to explore the
factors that make an innovative firm. Some of these factors include
WORK6108 the nature of the market, the regulatory environment, new technology
International Dimensions of HRM and business leadership.The course will employ historical case studies
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1a Classes: 39 hours in Intensive mode and a comparative methodology and will also evaluate the way in
over 7 days Assessment: Readiness Assurance Tests (30%); Team strategy which firms are classified as innovative by business and corporate
activities (20%); Critical reflective journal assignment (30%); Final strategy historians.
assessment (20%)
This unit considers the opportunities and challenges associated with WORK6130
managing people in international and cross-cultural contexts, with Leadership in Organisations
specific emphasis on international recruitment, selection, preparation, Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Intensive- 6 days
10-5pm Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and
placement, management development, performance management, exam (40%)
reward and remuneration. The unit considers the implications of
internationalisation and globalisation for human resource management This unit of study is designed to encourage you to consider the role
(HRM), the different levels of international business activity, the and significance of leadership in various organisational contexts. The
difference between domestic and international HRM, the challenges unit introduces you to the major streams of leadership theory and
of cross-cultural management, models of cross-cultural management, traces the development of our understanding about leadership. We
and specific international HR processes, including selection, will explore how these theories allow us to understand leadership in
development, performance management, remuneration and practice and in what ways leadership is linked to different aspects of
repatriation.The unit provides students with a practical understanding organisational effectiveness. We will examine the 'good, the bad, and
of the issues and challenges associated with managing employees the ugly' sides of leadership, e.g. positive forms (transformational,
in international, global and cross-cultural contexts. charismatic) and negative forms (narcissistic and Machiavellian). We
will explore leading for diversity and diversity in leadership (e.g. based
WORK6115 on gender, culture and ethnicity) and the role of leaders in constituting
Managing Diversity at Work ethical and socially responsible organisations. The critical role of
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial leaders in effecting organisational change will be explored and we will
per week Assessment: Group Facilitation Exercise (15%); Short individual examine the leadership of top management teams, and leadership
essay (15%); Major assignment (40%); Exam (take-home) (30%)
succession. We will also examine leadership development programs
This unit examines the ways in which organisations manage a and instruments and you will have an opportunity to reflect on factors
heterogenous workforce and the legal and ethical issues associated that might influence your own leadership style.
with the management of workforce diversity. While drawing on
international literature in the field, the primary focus is on the Australian
experience, including the so-called 'program' approach and the Course rules and resolutions
complaint mechanism found in the anti-discrimination statutes.As well
as encouraging the development of diagnostic and prescriptive skills Master of Commerce
in diversity management, students also have the opportunity to develop
a critical perspective on the growing literature in this field. Graduate Diploma in Commerce
WORK6118 Graduate Certificate in Commerce
Managing Communication in Organisations
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial
per week Assessment: Continuous: Essay (35%), case studies (30%), exam University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
(35%). the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
This unit of study is designed to introduce students to the theory and (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
practical application of the management of communication in amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
organisations. Advances in technology have had a dramatic impact and Plagiarism.
on communication in recent years and this course will pay particular
attention to the impact of these technologies and the implications for Course resolutions
management. By the end of this course students will have a good
understanding of organisational communications theory including a 1 Course codes
comprehensive knowledge of the differing styles, channels and content
of communication. In addition, they will have a sound understanding Code Course title
of the technological channels available to manage communication FC066 Master of Commerce
and the associated benefits and challenges that this brings to FF014 Graduate Diploma in Commerce
contemporary organisations. A significant amount of the course will
be devoted to practical applications of communication strategies
including case study analysis and experiential learning using virtual
discussion boards.
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Code Course title (a) Accounting

(b) Banking
FG003 Graduate Certificate in Commerce
(c) Business Law
(d) Economics
(e) Finance
2 Attendance pattern (f) Integrated Business Solutions
(g) International Business
The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time (h) Logistics and Supply Chain Management
according to candidate choice. (i) Management and Organisations
(j) Marketing
3 Master's type (k) Quantitative Business Analysis
(l) Quantitative Finance
(m) Strategy and Innovation
The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional
(n) Project Management
master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
4 Embedded courses in this sequence 8 Course transfer

A candidate for the master's degree or graduate diploma may
(1) The embedded courses in this sequence are:
elect to discontinue study and graduate with a shorter award from
(a) the Master of Commerce
this embedded sequence, with the approval of the Faculty, and
(b) the Graduate Diploma in Commerce
provided the requirements of the shorter award have been met.
(c) the Graduate Certificate in Commerce
(2) Providing candidates satisfy the admission requirements for
each stage, a candidate may progress to the award of any 9 Transitional provisions
of the courses in this sequence. Only the longest award
completed will be conferred. (1) These resolutions apply to students who commenced their
5 Admission to candidature (2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 will
(1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
(a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
certificate or equivalent qualification at an institution
beyond this time.
approved by the Faculty and graded at a standard
acceptable to the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
(b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
by the Faculty;
(c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
and
(d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.

out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Commerce
coursework programs.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Commerce a
candidate must complete 72 credit points, including:
(a) a minimum of 24 and a maximum of 36 credit points
of foundational units of study; and
(b) a specialisation; and
(c) a second specialisation; and/or
(d) any additional elective units of study from the
Commerce specialisations required to make 72 credit
points in total.
(3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in
Commerce a candidate must complete 48 credit points,
including:
(a) 24 credit points of foundational units of study; and
(b) 24 credit points of elective advanced units of study
selected from any commerce specialisation subject
area.
(4) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Certificate in
Commerce a candidate must complete 24 credit points of
foundational units of study.
7 Specialisations
(1) Completion of a specialisation is a requirement of the course.
Candidates have the option of completing up to two
specialisations. A specialisation requires the completion of
one six credit point foundational unit of study as a prerequisite
and 24 credit points of advanced units of study (including a
six credit point capstone unit) chosen from units of study
listed in the table for that specialisation. Units of study
counted towards one specialisation may not count toward
any other specialisation completed. The specialisations
available are:
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21. Postgraduate coursework programs: Economics
This section outlines the Economics postgraduate coursework Foundational (core) units of study
programs offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business. The Students in the Master’s degree and the Graduate Diploma complete
available courses are as follows: all three of the following foundational (core) units of study (18 credit
points):
1. Master of Economics
• ECON5001 Microeconomic Theory
2. Graduate Diploma in Economics • ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory.
Overview of the courses Note: Foundational (core) units may not be counted towards the
requirements of specialisations in the Master's degree.
Course CRICOS Course Course title
code code abbreviation Core units of study
FC050 053963K MEc Master of Economics Students in the Master’s degree complete all four core units listed
FF048 053965G GradDipEc Graduate Diploma in Economics below (24 credit points).
The Economics programs provide training in theoretical and applied • ECMT6002 Econometric Applications
aspects of modern economics, econometrics, and financial economics. • ECON6001 Microeconomic Analysis 1
• ECON6002 Macroeconomic Analysis 1
It is one of the most successful programs of its type in Australia and
• ECON6003 Mathematical Methods of Economic Analysis.
a leading supplier of graduates to the private and public sectors. In
addition, the coursework programs provide students with the necessary Note: Core units may be counted towards the requirements of
foundations in economics and econometrics to proceed to a PhD in specialisations in this degree.
Australia or abroad. The Master of Economics is offered jointly by the
Disciplines of Economics, Finance and Operations Management and Specialisations
Econometrics. There are two intakes per year for the Master of Students in the Master's degree complete at least one specialisation
Economics, with classes commencing in March and July. Every effort (18 credit points) in Economics, Econometrics, or Financial Economics
is made to make this program accessible to part-time students. to meet the requirements for the degree. Students can complete
specialisations in more than one subject area. The requirements for
Credit points required for completion and duration each of these specialisations are set out in detail under ‘Specialisations
Course title Credit Duration (minimum) for the Master of Economics’.
points
Master of Economics 72 1.5 years full-time Students in the Master’s degree can select any units listed under the
3 years part-time ‘Specialisation subject areas for the Master of Economics’ as electives.
Graduate Diploma in Economics 48 1 year full-time
2 years part-time
Students in the Graduate Diploma must select five electives (30 credit
points) from the following list of elective units of study.
Course structures and progressions • ECMT6002 Econometric Applications
• ECMT6003 Applied Business Forecasting
Course requirements • ECMT6005 Applied Discrete Choice Modelling *
1. Master of Economics • ECMT6006 Applied Financial Econometrics
• ECMT6007 Panel Data Econometrics
To be awarded the Master of Economics, students complete 12 units • ECMT6008 Business Operations Analysis
of study (72 credit points), comprising: • ECMT6510 Management Decision Making
• ECON6006 Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour
• three foundational (core) units of study (18 credit points)
• ECON6008 International Money and Finance
• four core units of study (24 credit points)
• a specialisation, consisting of three units of study (18 credit points)
• an optional second specialisation (18 credit points) OR elective
units of study (18 credit points) selected from the specialisation
• ECON6018 Environmental Economics
subject areas.
• ECON6021 Financial Economics
• ECON6023 International Trade
2. Graduate Diploma in Economics
To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Economics, students • ECON6025 Strategic Decision Making
complete eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising: • ECON6026 Strategic Business Relationships
• ECON6027 Experimental Economics
• three foundational (core) units of study (18 credit points) • FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance
• five elective units of study (30 credit points). • FINC6000 Quantitative Finance
• FINC6001 Intermediate Corporate Finance.

Progression guides (ii) a minimum of one of the following elective units of study (6 credit
The following tables show degree progression examples for the points):
Master’s degree and the Graduate Diploma.
• ECON6006 Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour
1. Master of Economics • ECON6008 International Money and Finance
student enrolled in the Master of Economics on a full-time basis • ECON6016 Trade and Development
completing four units of study (24 credit points) per semester (with no • ECON6018 Environmental Economics
waiver) commencing in Semester 1. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is • ECON6021 Financial Economics
an abbreviation for 'Semester'. • ECON6023 International Trade
Year Sem Units of study • ECON6025 Strategic Decision Making
• ECON6026 Strategic Business Relationships
1 1 ECMT5001 ECON5001 ECON5002 major or
Principles of Microeconomic Macroeconomic elective • ECON6027 Experimental Economics
Econometrics Theory Theory • ECON6101 Special Topic in Economics
2 ECMT6002 major or major or major or
• ECON6901 Microeconomic Analysis 2
Econometric elective elective elective • ECON6902 Macroeconomic Analysis 2.
Applications
2 1 ECON6001 ECON6002 ECON6003 major or Econometrics
Microeconomic Macroeconomic Mathematical elective For the award of an Econometrics specialisation, students complete
Analysis 1 Analysis 1 Methods of
Economic three units of study (18 credit points), comprising:
Analysis
(i) one compulsory unit of study (6 credit points), as follows:
The Faculty of Economics and Business website illustrates units of
• ECMT6002 Econometric Applications.
study progression sequences for specific majors. This information can
be accessed at sydney.edu.au/business/course/MEc. (ii) a minimum of two of the following elective units of study (12 credit
2. Graduate Diploma in Economics points):
The following table illustrates a progression example for a student • ECMT6003 Applied Business Forecasting
enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Economics on a full-time basis • ECMT6005 Applied Discrete Choice Modelling *
completing units of study with a total value of 24 credit points per • ECMT6006 Applied Financial Econometrics
semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for • ECMT6007 Analysis of Panel Data
'Semester'. • ECMT6008 Business Operations Analysis
• ECMT6030 Forecasting for Economics and Business *
Year Sem Units of study • ECMT6510 Management Decision Making
• ECMT6901 Econometric Modelling. *
1 1 ECMT5001 ECON5001 ECON5002 elective
Principles of Microeconomic Macroeconomic Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
Econometrics Theory Theory
2 elective elective elective elective Financial Economics
For this specialisation, students complete an additional foundational
Please Note. The information listed in these examples is based on
unit of study, FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance (six
credit points). This unit does not count towards the specialisation but
Students are usually able to complete the units of study in different
is the prerequisite for most of the 'FINC' 6000-level units in this
sequences to those listed (including enrolling in units in Summer or
specialisation.
Winter School sessions when available). Students are advised to plan
their degree based upon their individual needs and to contact the For the award of the Financial Economics specialisation, students
faculty’s Student Information Office if they need any assistance in complete three units of study (18 credit points), comprising:
(i) two compulsory units of study (12 credit points), as follows:
Specialisations for the Master of Economics • ECMT6006 Applied Financial Econometrics
Students complete at least one specialisation (18 credit points) to • ECON6021 Financial Economics.
meet the requirements for the degree. Students can complete
specialisations in more than one subject area. (ii) a minimum of one of the following elective units of study (6 credit
points):
Note: The units of study listing under the following specialisations
were approved at the time of printing. Students may include any units • ECON6008 International Money and Finance
of study that appear under these specialisations in the Faculty • FINC6000 Quantitative Finance
handbook/website in subsequent years as part of their specialisation. • FINC6001 Intermediate Corporate Finance
• FINC6003 Broking and Market Making
For unit of study availability for the current year, please refer to the
• FINC6005 Advanced Asset Pricing
'Table of postgraduate units of study: Economics coursework programs' • FINC6007 Financial Strategy
or the Faculty of Economics and Business website • FINC6009 Portfolio Theory and its Applications
(sydney.edu.au/business). • FINC6010 Derivative Securities
Economics • FINC6014 Fixed Income Securities
For the award of an Economics specialisation, students complete • FINC6015 Global Trading
three units of study (18 credit points), comprising: • FINC6016 Financial Instruments and Markets
• FINC6017 Mergers and Acquisitions
(i) two compulsory units of study (12 credit points), as follows: • FINC6019 Financial Modelling
• FINC6021 Corporate Valuation
• ECON6001 Microeconomic Analysis 1 • FINC6022 Behavioural Finance.
• ECON6002 Macroeconomic Analysis 1.
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Units of study for Economics coursework programs

The Faculty of Economics and Business Website (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up to date information on unit of study
availability or other requirements. Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable).
Students should note that units of study are run subject to demand.

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Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are delivered in non-standard ways.
The units of study available for 2011 for these programs are detailed under:
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Economics coursework programs

2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Economics coursework programs
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Economics coursework programs

points
Foundational (core) units of study
Students enrolled in the Master's degree and the Graduate Diploma complete all three foundational units.
Summer Main
Summer Main
Core units of study
Students enrolled in the Master's degree complete all four core units.
Microeconomics Analysis 1 Semester 2
Macroeconomics Analysis 1 Semester 2
Mathematical Methods of Econ Students enrolled in award courses other than the Master of Economics must seek written
Analysis permission from the Chair of the Discipline of Economics to enrol in this unit.
Specialisations for the Master of Economics
1. Economics
For the award of a specialisation in Economics, students complete three units of study (18 credit points), comprising:
(i) 12 credit points in compulsory units of study: ECON6001 and ECON6002; and
(ii) a minimum of six credit points in elective units of study.
Microeconomics Analysis 1 Semester 2
Macroeconomics Analysis 1 Semester 2
Behaviour
Public Economics
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points
Financial Economics
International Trade
Private Equity
Special Topic in Economics Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
in this unit.
ECON6901 6 P ECON6001 with a Distinction grade. Semester 2
Microeconomics Analysis 2 Note: Department permission required for enrolment
in this unit.
ECON6902 6 P ECON6002 with a Distinction grade. Semester 2
Macroeconomics Analysis 2 Note: Department permission required for enrolment
in this unit.
2. Econometrics
For the award of a specialisation in Econometrics, students complete three units of study (18 credit points), comprising:
(i) one six credit point compulsory unit of study: ECMT6002; and
(ii) a minimum of 12 credit points in elective units of study.
For this specialisation, students complete one additional unit of study, FINC5001 (six credit points), as a prerequisite.
Finance
The unit of study FINC5001 does not count towards the major but is the prerequisite unit of study for most of the 'FINC' 6000-level units of study in this major.
For the award of a specialisation in Financial Economics, students complete three units of study (18 credit points), comprising:
(i) 12 credit points in compulsory units of study: ECMT6006 and ECON6021; and
(ii) a minimum of six credit points of elective units of study.
Financial Economics
P FINC5001
N FINC5002
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points
Financial Strategy
Portfolio Theory and its Applications
Derivative Securities Semester 2
Summer Early
Fixed Income Securities
Global Trading
Financial Instruments and Markets
Mergers and Acquisitions N ACCT6011
Financial Modelling
Corporate Valuation
Behavioural Finance Semester 2
Elective units of study for the Graduate Diploma in Economics
Behaviour
Public Economics
Financial Economics
International Trade
Private Equity
Finance
P FINC5001
N FINC5002
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2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Economics coursework programs

Please Note: The following unit descriptions are listed alphabetically according to unit code and not by specialisation subject area.

squares (what you need to know for forecasting); decomposition of
ECMT5001 time series; elementary exponential smoothing with Excel; serial
Principles of Econometrics correlation (and Durbin Watson statistic); applied ARIMA modelling
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hr class and identifying seasonality and "hidden" periodicities.
per week plus a 1 hr non compulsory tutorial Assessment: Quizzes (10%);
Group assignment (15%); Mid-Semester exam (20%); Final exam (55%) ECMT6006
The unit develops the basic principles of data description and analysis, Applied Financial Econometrics
the idea of using the concept of probability to model data generation, Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hr class per week
Assessment: Assignments (30%); Mid-Semester exam (20%); Final exam
and the statistical concepts of estimation and statistical inference, (50%)
including hypothesis testing. It then develops these concepts and
techniques in the context of the linear regression model to show how This unit provides an introduction to some of the widely used
econometric models can be used to analyse data in a wide range of econometric models designed for the analysis of financial data, and
potential areas of application in economics, business and the social the procedures used to estimate them. Special emphasis is placed
sciences. The unit combines theory and application. The emphasis upon empirical work and applied analysis of real market data. The
is upon the interpretation of econometric estimation results and unit deals with topics such as: the statistical nature of financial data;
requires software for hands-on experience. the specification, estimation and testing of assets pricing models; the
analysis of high frequency financial data; and the modelling of volatility
ECMT6002 in financial returns. Throughout the unit, students are encouraged
Econometric Applications (especially in assignments) to familiarise themselves with financial
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr class per week data and learn how to apply the models to these data.
Assessment: group project (25%); mid-semester exam (25%); final 2hr exam
(50%) ECMT6007
This unit illustrates how econometric methods can be applied to Analysis of Panel Data
economic data to solve problems that arise in economics and business. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1hr seminar
per week Assessment: Group assignment (20%); Mid-Semester exam (30%);
Econometric theory provides the techniques needed to quantify the Final exam (50%)
strength and form of relationships between variables. Applied
econometrics is concerned with the strategies that need to be Recently, empirical research in economics, finance, marketing and
employed to use these techniques effectively; to determine which accounting has been enriched by the increasing availability of new
model to specify and whether the data are appropriate. Guidelines for sources of data, known as panel data. A 'panel' refers to the pooling
undertaking applied work are discussed. Case studies drawn from of observations on a cross section of households, countries, firms etc.
economics, marketing, finance, and accounting are also discussed. over several time periods. Panel data sets possess several major
The unit includes a major econometric modelling project. advantages over conventional cross-sectional or time series data sets.
This unit aims to offer a comprehensive treatment of the analysis of
ECMT6003 panel data, which will allow students to deal in a pragmatic way with
Applied Business Forecasting fundamental issues, such as controlling for individual heterogeneity,
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr class per week reducing collinearity among regressors, addressing statistical
Assessment: assignment (30%); mid-semester test (20%); final exam (50%) hypotheses and identifying effects that are simply not detectable in
This unit aims to provide an introduction to the practice of forecasting pure cross-section or time series data.
in business. Forecasting requires both practical experience in model
ECMT6008
building and some statistical theory. To blend the theory and practice,
many business forecasting examples are discussed. Excel is used to
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week
do useful preliminary calculations and plotting. At the end of this unit, Assessment: Individual Assignment (15%); Group Assignment (20%);
students should be able to understand the major techniques of Mid-Semester Exam (25%); Final Exam (40%)
forecasting and be able to intelligently forecast actual business time
series using Excel and its extensions. Topics covered include: the The 'operations' of a company or organisation are the direct processes
aims of forecasting and relation to time series analysis; types of time that a company uses to create value. This unit provides the tools and
series; plotting and charting time series; practical examples of frameworks needed to analyse the operations of a company or
forecasting and forecasting issues; growth curve methods; least organisation and take management decisions about operations issues.
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It covers both service industries and manufacturing. A major focus of of modern microeconomics and to develop their understanding of
the unit will be on processes and their characteristics (capacity; these ideas; (ii) to develop students' facility with analytic economic
variability etc). A second focus of the unit will be on the supply chain, models; and (iii) to develop students' ability to solve economic
looking at the control of inventory and the connections between supply problems with the ideas, techniques, and models available to
chain partners. A third component of the unit will be a discussion of professional economists. Topics covered include (i) individual
statistical quality control techniques. decision-making by economic agents, (ii) the determination of prices
and resource allocation in competitive general equilibrium models,
ECMT6510 (iii) strategic behaviour by firms under imperfect competition, and (iv)
Management Decision Making contracting with imperfect information.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week
Assessment: Assignments (15%); Case studies (15%); Class tests (15%); ECON6002
Final Exam (55%) Macroeconomics Analysis 1
The unit introduces statistical models and tools for decision analysis Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
per week Assessment: problem set (10%), mid semester exam (30%), final
and their application in managerial settings. It will be shown how use exam (60%)
of such models and tools can improve the decision process by helping
the decision-maker: understand the structure of the decision, This unit is aimed at providing students with a sound and
incorporate subjective probabilities as a way to portray risk, measure comprehensive knowledge of modern macroeconomic theory, an
outcomes in a way that is consistent with attitudes toward risk, and ability to formulate and solve problems analytically, and a general
understand the value of information. The importance of sensitivity appreciation of how policymakers can use the analysis in practice.
analysis will be emphasised, as well as the need to combine both Topics covered include (i) micro-foundations of macroeconomics,
quantitative and qualitative considerations in decision-making. There focusing on consumption, investment, money demand, and credit
will be strong emphasis throughout the unit on hands-on application rationing; (ii) equilibrium macroeconomics, focusing on the
of decision analysis tools. Cases will be drawn from small business conventional prototype as well as on recent stochastic macroeconomic
scenarios, the public policy arena, and corporate settings. models; and (iii) dis-equilibrium macroeconomics, concepts, issues,
Decision-making software will be used extensively. and models.
ECON5001 ECON6003
Microeconomic Theory Mathematical Methods of Econ Analysis
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
1x 3 hr seminar per week Assessment: online quizzes (10%), mid semester Assessment: Assignments (10%); 1x Mid-semester exam (30%); Final exam
exam (35%), final exam (55%) (60%).
Note: Students enrolled in award courses other than the Master of Economics
This unit presumes no prior exposure to economics and aims, by the must seek written permission from the Chair of the Discipline of Economics to
end of the unit, to bring a proficiency equivalent to that of students enrol in this unit.
with an intermediate level microeconomics unit in an Honours degree
This unit is an introduction to mathematical economics. It has three
program. Many economic principles developed in this unit are routinely
purposes. First, to introduce students to the mathematical concepts
used in several other units in the program. Microeconomics studies
and methods that are central to modern economics. Second, to give
how economic agents make choices in a variety of environments. The
a set of economic applications of the mathematical methods. Third,
to develop the students' ability to formulate logical arguments with the
choice, of firm behaviour, and of strategic interaction among economic
degree of precision and rigour demanded in modern economics. The
agents. Equipped with these theories of decision making, students
mathematical topics covered include introductory analysis and
can address a range of interesting and important questions. Examples
topology, convex analysis, linear algebra, calculus of functions of
are: What market strategy should a firm adopt with its competitors?
several variables, optimisation, and introduction to dynamic
How might one create a market to deal with externalities such as
programming and dynamical systems. The particular economic
pollution? What are the implications of different kinds of taxes? What
applications presented may vary from year to year, but usually include
compensation scheme will provide the right incentives to work?
demand theory, production theory, and growth theory.
ECON5002
ECON6006
Macroeconomic Theory
Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour
1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Online quizzes (20%), mid semester Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
exam (30%), final exam (50%) Assessment: mid semester exam (20%), group presentation (20%), Essay
(20%), final exam (40%)
This unit presumes no prior exposure to economics and aims, by the
The purpose of this unit is to examine the nature of inter-firm rivalry
end of the unit, to bring a proficiency equivalent to that of students
in industries with market power. The unit begins with an exploration
with an intermediate level macroeconomics unit in an Honours degree
of the various ways in which firms can increase their market power
by extracting more surplus from consumers by colluding with rivals
routinely used in several other units in the program. Macroeconomics
or by excluding entrants. The topics for this part of the unit include
studies aggregate economic behaviour. The unit covers theories of
price discrimination, product differentiation, advertising, research and
the engines of long-run economic growth, of unemployment, of money,
development, predation and mergers.The unit also attempts to explain
inflation, the interest rate and the exchange rate, as well as
the various contractual and ownership linkages that exist between
consumption, saving and investment behaviour. The unit also studies
various stages of production. The latter involves a discussion of
a number of applications of the theory and addresses contemporary
exclusive territories agreements, resale price maintenance, exclusive
macroeconomic problems and policy.
dealing, franchising and divisionalisation.
ECON6001
ECON6008
Microeconomics Analysis 1
per week Assessment: 1x take home mid term exam (20%), 1x in-class mid Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
term exam (30%), final exam (50%) Assessment: mid semester exams (30%), 1x essay (15%), Final Exam (55%)
This unit is an introduction to modern microeconomic theory and as This unit covers the following topics: overview of the International
such has three purposes: (i) to introduce students to the major ideas Monetary System; foreign exchange markets, spot and future markets;
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swaps and options; arbitrage; covered and uncovered interest parity; regulating pollution, and measuring the demand for environmental
exchange rate determination; forecasting exchange rate movements; quality.
exchange rate intervention; and the role of central banks.
ECON6021
ECON6009 Financial Economics
Economics of the Labour Market Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: 1x mid semester exam (40%), final exam (60%)
(50%). This unit provides students with an understanding of the economic
foundations of financial theory and the economic framework upon
The purpose of this unit is to study some of the major issues in modern which that theory is based. Much of the work covered is an application
labour markets. Trends such as the increase in part-time work, the of both microeconomic and macroeconomic theory to the special
growing inequality in income and earnings, changes in the returns to problems encountered in the study of the financial side of an economy.
education, and the simultaneous increase in hours of work and The relevance of these foundations is illustrated with empirical
unemployment are addressed. The material consists of both empirical research using Australian and international data.
facts relating to the labour markets and the theories which are used
to understand these facts. Part of the unit is devoted to the study of ECON6023
wage and employment contracts in the presence of uncertainty and International Trade
other information problems. Imperfect information will have implications Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
for the level of employment and unemployment, the structure of wages, Assessment: 1x mid semester exam (20%), written report (30%), final exam
and the use of particular forms of compensation such as bonuses, (50%)
trust funds, and performance bonds. This unit develops the modern theory of international trade and
commercial policy and examines some empirical applications. Topics
ECON6010
covered include competitive trade theory; comparative advantage and
Public Economics
theories of international trade patterns; the gains from trade; empirical
evidence and methodology; imperfectly competitive trade theory and
(50%) economies of scale, differentiated products, and technology; analysis
of the effects of tariffs and trade quotas upon trade under competitive
Recent innovations in public economics have overturned previously and imperfectly competitive market structures; the formation and
accepted policy rules. This unit focuses on the modern treatment of design of regional trade agreements and the strategic behaviour of
public policies relating to taxation, pricing of public sector outputs and multinational enterprises. It will be suitable for those with an interest
public investment. Emphasis is placed on how different informational in international trade and business issues as well as those who may
capabilities and jurisdictions of the government impact on the design wish to pursue PhD research in these areas. It will be taught at a
of policy. The areas of application in taxation include the design of graduate level and so presumes knowledge of advanced
efficient and equitable consumption taxes, the structure of income undergraduate microeconomics.
taxation and the appropriate mix of income and consumption taxes.
In response to market failures, pricing and investment rules for public ECON6024
enterprises, the provision and pricing of public goods, and policy Private Equity
responses to externalities and information problems are covered. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
ECON6016 (50%)
As a source of private equity, venture capital (VC) plays a crucial role
Assessment: 1x mid semester exam (20%), seminar paper & presentation
in the development of new business ventures and the promotion of
(20%), final exam (60%) innovation. Over the last twenty years, the VC industry has boomed.
This unit is designed to highlight the relation between trade and strategic issues they face during the fundraising, investing and exit
development from an institutional and structural perspective, with stages of the VC cycle. Topics covered include: the determinants and
appropriate modifications of received general economic principles, types of VC fundraising, the organisational structure of VC firms and
theories and policies. It closely studies the integration process of how venture capitalists are compensated. Next, the VC firm's
traditional segment of a developing society into its modern counterpart investment decision is examined, as is its relationship with the investee
in countries selected from Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, company. The role of VC in the broader economy is also discussed.
and the Pacific regions. It examines role of the state and international Regarding the exit stage of the VC cycle, the design of exit strategies
institutions (like the International Monetary Fund, World Bank, World (e.g. initial public offerings) is analysed. Finally, we introduce some
Trade Organization), rationale for trade, planning and market of the ethical issues which venture capitalists face.
mechanisms in developing economies, and also socio-cultural
preconditions and economic requirements for a market economy. It ECON6025
focuses on a wide range of developmental problems and issues (such Strategic Decision Making
as foreign aid, debt, investment, technology transfer) from both national Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week
and international points of view. Assessment: 2x mid semester tests (40%), final exam (50%), tutorial
assignments and participation (10%)
ECON6018
Decision makers face two types of uncertainty: uncertainty about the
state of nature (how much oil is in an oilfield) and uncertainty about
Assessment: seminar paper and presentation (20%); mid-semester test (20%);
the strategic behaviour of other decision makers (how many oil wells
final exam (60%). they will drill). This unit of study focuses on strategic uncertainty and
the uses decision makers can make of the concepts of game theory
In this unit of study emphasis is exclusively concerned with market to guide their decisions. Game theory studies situations where a)
failures that impact on the natural environment. Attention is given to agents have conflicts of interests and b) agents can take actions that
why these market failures occur and what role there is for regulation directly affect their payoffs and the payoffs of others. A very broad
and government policy. Topics covered include efficiency and markets, range of applications from business and economics fit the above
market failure, externalities (e.g. pollution), various methods of description and therefore can be studied by the methods of game
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theory. Applications include, firm pricing and output decisions, market economic problems are discussed. Although the particular applications
entry and exit, hold-up, collusion, bargaining, auctions, and signalling. presented may vary from year to year, typical examples are: auctions;
bargaining; oligopoly; hidden information; signalling; hidden action;
ECON6026 coalitions and the core; Shapley value; social choice; and mechanism
Strategic Business Relationships design.
per week Assessment: Individual & group concept maps (7%), 3x quizzes & ECON6902
short answer tests (15%), group assessed on-line forums (28%), In-class written Macroeconomics Analysis 2
report (25%), Final Exam (25%)
This unit studies how strategic business relationships create Assessment: Problem sets (15%); Presentation & participation (15%),
Mid-semester exam (30%); Final exam (40%)
sustainable competitive advantages for firms and nations. Business
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must seek
relationships are dynamic learning networks that result from strategic written permission from the Chair of the Discipline of Economics to enrol in this
decision-making. They include internal relationships within the firm unit.
as well as external relationships. With internal business relationships,
the focus is on organisational design issues, including The goal of this unit is to present a coherent framework for thinking
employee-manager interaction, and manager-shareholder relations. about fundamental issues in macroeconomics in a national and
External relationships include formal contracts and informal international context. This framework provides microeconomic
agreements with suppliers, buyers, distributors, lenders, competitors foundations and involves inter-temporal analysis which assumes a
and partners. Resource and capability-based views of the firm provide basic understanding of dynamic programming. Various dynamic
the conceptual framework for analysing the foundations of sustainable modelling strategies - finite and infinite horizon models, OLG models
competitive advantage and the role of effective relationships in building - are compared with reference to issues such as Ricardian
this advantage. Agency and transaction cost approaches help explain equivalence. The role of international capital markets in uncertain
the operation of these relationships. Throughout the unit, we open economies is studied, and asset pricing and investment in global
distinguish between the knowledge-based sectors of the economy macroeconomic equilibrium using Arrow-Debreu contingent claims is
and the more traditional sectors, and we consider how the form of explained. The roles of money, the implications of imperfections such
business relationships varies between countries. as nominal rigidities, and the connections to modern growth theory
are developed in this general framework.
ECON6027
Experimental Economics FINC5001
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2 hr lecture per week plus Capital Markets and Corporate Finance
6 x 1hr laboratory sessions Assessment: Assignments (25%), class Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
participation (10%), Group project (40%), Final exam (25%) per week Assessment: Mid semester-test (20%); Major assignment (25%);
Final examination (55%)
This unit of study deals with the use of laboratory and field experiments
in order to help assessing economic problems. Economic experiments This unit provides an introduction to basic concepts in corporate
are becoming a useful tool for the validation of theory, the development finance and capital markets. It is designed to equip students to
of new theory, the generation of advice to decision makers, and the undertake further studies in finance. After reviewing some very basic
design of new economic institutions. Economics aims to explain the ideas in finance and financial mathematics, the unit provides a
'real world' behaviour of agents. The lectures will provide opportunities thorough treatment of the valuation of equity, debt and companies.
to identify apparent contradictions between the predictions of economic The unit then examines issues related to pricing in capital markets
models and experimental outcomes. The classes on experimental and ends with a discussion of theory and practice related to capital
economics will follow a learning-by-doing approach. Most topics will structure and dividend policy.
be introduced in the experimental lab. Outcomes will be discussed in
the following class and compared with theoretical predictions and FINC6000
previous experimental research. Quantitative Finance
ECON6101 per week Assessment: Mid Semester exam (40%); Final exam (60%)
Special Topic in Economics The principle objective of this unit is to provide students with an
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar advanced mathematical treatment of basic theoretical and analytical
per week Assessment: Depends on topic
concepts in finance. Students are exposed to key areas in the modern
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must seek
written permission from the Chair of the Discipline of Economics to enrol in this
theory of finance and corporate financial policy with specific emphasis
unit. on their development and treatment from rigorous mathematical and
statistical foundations. Upon completion of the unit, the students should
Study of a special topic in postgraduate Economics. Topics will vary have acquired a theoretical and practical understanding of basic
from semester to semester according to staff availability and the principles underpinning financial valuation and analysis; utility theory
presence of visitors. If taught in both semesters, the topic in Semester and choice under uncertainty; theory of portfolio selection; asset pricing
2 will be different to that in Semester 1. theory and information asymmetry; and the pricing of derivative
contracts and instruments.
ECON6901
Microeconomics Analysis 2 FINC6001
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Intermediate Corporate Finance
Assessment: Mid-semester exam (40%); Tutorial assignments (10%), Final
exam (50%)
per week Assessment: Semester Test 1 (25%); Semester Test 2 (25%); Final
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must seek Examination (50%)
written permission from the Chair of the Discipline of Economics to enrol in this
unit. This unit extends some of the fundamental concepts introduced in
The main focus of this unit is strategic interaction among economic FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance, and develops a
agents with particular attention to problems involving incomplete rigorous framework for the analysis and understanding of key aspects
information. The topics covered are at the heart of modern of corporate financial decision making. Fundamental concepts in
microeconomics. The central tool of analysis is game theory and the corporate finance are extended to more complex settings. The unit
unit generally covers non-cooperative games of complete and extends prior work on portfolio theory and examines more advanced
incomplete information and cooperative games. Many applications to approaches to asset pricing and capital budgeting. New topics are
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covered in relation to derivative securities and real options applications This unit provides an introduction to the rapidly-growing area of
in capital budgeting. The issues of the cost of capital, corporate capital options, futures and swaps. These securities are all derived from
structure, and corporate dividend policy, are extended to cover the fundamental securities such as equities and bonds. The unit examines
interaction of corporate and personal taxation, agency problems, and the nature of each of these securities in turn before a thorough
information signaling. treatment of the pricing and use of these securities for investment
management and risk management purposes.
FINC6003
Broking and Market Making FINC6013
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week International Business Finance
Assessment: mid-semester exam (15%), class participation (5%), multiple Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week
choice question construction (5%), individual article annotation (10%), major Assessment: Intra-semester test 1 (15%); Intra-semester test 2 (15%); Group
assignment (20%), final exam (45%) project (20%); Final examination (50%)
Broking and Market making is a unit of study that specialises in these In our highly globalised and integrated world economy, understanding
particular areas of the financial services industry. Financial vital international dimensions of financial management is becoming
intermediaries have a crucial role for the function of capital markets increasingly essential for firms and businesses. This unit seeks to
and they are also the most likely employers of finance students. In provide a greater understanding of the fundamental concepts and the
this unit we start with the theory on: what the functions of brokers and tools necessary for effective financial decision making by business
market makers are, what their sources of income are, how they help enterprises, within such a global setting.
to make market more efficient and when their actions lower market
quality. We then move on to investigate the academic research FINC6014
literature that specialises on issues important to these financial Fixed Income Securities
intermediaries. Starting with the rich literature on dealer markets, we Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
will particularly focus on recent research on price formation, information Assessment: Mid-semester exam (25%), Group assignment (25%), Final exam
dissemination and trading in limit order book markets that are (50%)
becoming the market design of choice. We will also look in detail at This unit covers the basic concepts and issues in fixed income
the recent phenomena of fragmentation of markets, order preferencing securities, bond portfolio analysis and closely related financial
and internalisation. instruments in risk management. The unit begins with the basic
analytical framework necessary to understand the pricing of bonds
FINC6005
and their investment characteristics (introducing fundamental concepts
such as duration, yield and term structure). Sectors of the debt market
Assessment: In class test 1 (10%); In class test 2 (20%); In class test 3 (20%);
including treasury securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed
Final examination (50%) securities, and convertible bonds are analysed.The use of derivatives
and a selection of special topics in Fixed Incomes are also discussed.
This unit covers the fundamentals of asset pricing and valuation,
relevant time series representations of financial variables, arbitrage FINC6015
restrictions, interest rate and foreign exchange derivatives, exotic and Global Trading
path dependent options, value at risk, as well as some exemplifying Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
case studies. Assessment: mid-semester exam (30%); 2x group assignments (2x10%); final
exam (50%).
FINC6007
Global Trading is concerned with the processes which turn orders into
Financial Strategy
trades in securities markets, and the forces which mould and effect
Assessment: Class participation (20%), Project (20%), Blog (10%), Exam
both order flow and order execution. This unit of study is an
(50%) introduction to fundamental market design and structure ideas. The
increased worldwide emphasis on capital markets and stock
This unit aims to provide a much richer set of insights about how to exchanges have brought the market microstructure specialisation of
use financial, competitive and corporate strategies to enhance the financial economics into the limelight. Global Trading will provide
cash-flow of the firm and hence its value.The theoretical underpinnings insights into how we with the help of securities market microstructure
of the approach come from treating executives as the agents of the can gain a better understanding of today's global financial markets;
principal, namely shareholders. These financial and corporate to be able to make better financing and investment decisions, to
strategies include getting the structure of the organisation right and understand when, where and how to transact in financial instruments
correctly measuring the value-added by the enterprise after deducting and how to make better use of the ever increasing flow of market
all inputs including capital inputs. It is also crucial to gain an information. As we increase our intuitive familiarity with today's diverse
understanding of the foundations of strategy, which come from the financial markets we are able to develop successful trading strategies
"Game Theory". in different instruments and across many markets, today and in the
future.
FINC6009
Portfolio Theory and its Applications FINC6016
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Financial Instruments and Markets
Assessment: Mid semester exam (25%); PME report (25%); Final examination
(50%)
Assessment: 2x mid-term exams (2x15%), assignment (20%), final exam (50%)
This unit is an introduction to mathematical optimisation techniques
This unit provides students with an introduction to Australian financial
in the presence of uncertainty. Utility-independent approaches to the
markets and an evaluation of the institutions, instruments and
modelling of risk and return, proceeding to Markowitz, Capital Asset
participants involved in the industry. The main markets evaluated
Pricing and Arbitrage Pricing Models.
include the equity, money, bond, futures, options, and foreign
exchange markets. The relationship between the economic
FINC6010
environment and these markets is examined. The unit is designed to
Derivative Securities
meet the ASIC "Generic knowledge" requirements under Policy
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes:
1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Applied Project: Group Assignment
Statement 146 for the licensing of Product Advisers (subject to
(10%); Assignment Presentation (5%); Mid-semester test (25%); Final approval). This unit also provides an overview of a number of other
examination (60%) units which are offered in the postgraduate program.
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FINC6017 Course rules and resolutions

Mergers and Acquisitions
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Master of Economics
Assessment: 1 x 3hr final exam (50%); project (30%); Mid semester exam
(20%)
Graduate Diploma in Economics
Mergers and acquisitions have become perhaps the most important These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
activity of investment banks today. They are fundamental tools for University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
businesses to secure growth. To analyse mergers and acquisitions, the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
most tools from modern financial economics are needed. The unit Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
commences with a review of how existing businesses are valued; (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
continues to analyse capital structure decisions and management amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
incentive issues, corporate control, and then moves on to look at the and Plagiarism.
motives for mergers and acquisitions. Some acquisitions are motivated
by value improvements created by correcting incentive problems,
Course resolutions
many bad acquisitions however are motivated by bad incentives that
decreased value. 1 Course codes
FINC6019 Code Course title
Financial Modelling FC050 Master of Economics
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week FF048 Graduate Diploma in Economics
Assessment: Mid-Term Exam 1 (15%), Mid-Term Exam 2 (15%), Assignment
(20%), Final Exam (50%)
It is important for practitioners of finance, at all levels, to be able to 2 Attendance pattern

evaluate the applicability of a range of models for a given problem
and to effectively implement and use the model that is selected. This The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
unit will present methods for model design, implementation and according to candidate choice.
evaluation in the context two fundamental financial models; the
discounted cash flow valuation model and the portfolio selection model. 3 Master's type
Spreadsheet engineering methods for designing, building, and testing
spreadsheet models and for performing model-based analysis will be The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional
presented. There will be a concise coverage of optimization, sensitivity master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
analysis and simulation featuring a strong spreadsheet orientation
and a modeling emphasis. 4 Embedded courses in this sequence
FINC6021 (1) The embedded courses in this sequence are:
Corporate Valuation (a) the Master of Economics
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week (b) the Graduate Diploma in Economics
Assessment: lab work (5%), group assignment (30%), reflective journal (5%), (2) Providing candidates satisfy the admission requirements for
final 3hr exam (60%) each stage, a candidate may progress to the award of any
This subject unit applies all aspects of finance theory to the general completed will be conferred.
problem of valuing companies and other financial assets. This requires
a synthesis of the fundamental concepts of present value, cost of 5 Admission to candidature
capital, security valuation, asset pricing models, optimal capital
structures, derivative pricing and some related accounting concepts. (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
The subject aims to reach a level of practical application that allows on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
students to understand both the theoretical frameworks and (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
institutional conventions of real world corporate valuations. Basic certificate or equivalent qualification at an institution
valuation concepts from accounting will be reconciled with the finance
acceptable to the Faculty; and where applicable:
theory on which firm value ultimately stands. Students will be asked (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
to make extensive use of Excel or similar software in valuation by the Faculty;
exercises. (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
and
FINC6022 (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
Behavioural Finance
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar 6 Requirements for award
per week Assessment: Mid-term exam (30%); Group assignment (20%); Final
exam (50%) (1) The units of study that may be taken for the Economics
courses are set out in the Table of postgraduate units of
Behavioural finance examines how individual financial decision making
study: Economics.
and behaviour affect outcomes in financial markets.The subject begins (2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Economics a
with a review of the foundations of efficient markets, and then draws candidate must complete 72 credit points, including:
comparisons between the efficient ('economically rational') market (a) 42 credit points of core units of study; and
and the less understood but possibly more realistic behavioural (b) a specialisation; and
('partially rational' or 'irrational') understanding of markets. The (c) a second specialisation or elective units of study.
philosophy of the subject is that both viewpoints have advantages (3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in
and each adds something new to our understanding of investor Economics a candidate must complete 48 credit points,
behaviour, both at the level of individual traders and at the level of the including:
(a) 18 credit points of core units of study; and
market interpreted as a mechanism for aggregating opinion and
(b) 30 credit points of elective units of study.
attitudes to risk.

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7 Specialisations
(1) Completion of a specialisation is a requirement of the
Master's degree. Candidates have the option of completing
up to two specialisations. A specialisation requires the
completion of 18 credit points of advanced units chosen from
the units of study listed in the table for that specialisation.
Units of study counted towards one major may not count
toward any other major completed. The specialisations
available are:
(a) Economics;
(b) Econometrics; and
(c) Financial Economics.
8 Course transfer
A candidate for the master may elect to discontinue study and
graduate with a shorter award from this embedded sequence,
with the approval of the Faculty, and provided the requirements
of the shorter award have been met.
beyond this time.
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22. Postgraduate coursework programs: Executive Master of Business Administration
22. Postgraduate coursework programs: Executive Master of

Business Administration
This section outlines the course rules and other requirements for the Credit points required for completion and duration
Executive Master of Business Administration offered by the Faculty
of Economics and Business. Credit points Duration
72 1.5 calendar years of full-time study
Executive Master of Business
Administration Degree structure and progression
Overview of the degree Degree requirements
To qualify for the award, Executive Master of Business Administration,
Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation a student completes core units of study totalling 72 credit points.
FC065 TBA EMBA Core units of study
Note: All core units except EMBA6000 are worth 12 credit points.
The Executive Master of Business Administration is designed to meet
the needs of experienced managers who are on a path to senior • EMBA6000 Executive MBA Primers (zero credit points)
leadership positions in their organisations. • EMBA6001 EMBA Report
• EMBA6002 Leadership
It is structured as a series of five two-week Units of Study over 18 • EMBA6003 Foundations of Management
months, enabling busy executives to complete the degree in tandem • EMBA6004 Creating and Developing New Opportunities
with their work commitments. In addition, throughout the 18 months • EMBA6005 Managing Growth
participants prepare a Board Report that addresses a major strategic • EMBA6006 Turning Around Mature Businesses
issue facing their organisation (the sixth Unit of Study). These reports
are presented to a senior executive group at the end of the degree. Progression guide
Learning is highly experiential and structured around major strategic The Executive Master of Business Administration will involve one and
challenges rather than traditional business disciplines, with leadership a half (1.5) calendar years of full-time, intensive study. Students will
as the underlying theme. The course will also expose participants to be required to follow a prescribed schedule of study, as there is
a wide range of perspectives drawn from beyond business and progressive learning.
economics, such as drama, music and philosophy, to broaden the
Students will enrol in six, 12-credit point units of study over 18 months
mind and develop leadership attributes.
(two units in each of the three semesters).
As well as taking place in Sydney, learning occurs in three other
The timing of the units of study is depicted in the table titled "Executive
continents representing contrasting business contexts. Participants
Master of Business Administration Delivery Structure - 2011 Intake".
gain hands-on experience in these other parts of the globe by working
on live projects and being exposed to a range of people and situations.

Executive Master of Business Administration Delivery Structure - 2011 intake
This degree will be delivered as set out in the following table for students commencing in 2011.
The total duration of this program is 18 months.
Module / Unit of study Module / Unit Location Module Timeframe /

Duration
EMBA6000 Executive MBA Primerss # Online: Economics, Financial Statements, Business Statistics, Excel Spreedsheets December 2010 /
January 2011
EMBA6001 EMBA Report # In-company project; ongoing over 18 months February 2011 to July
2012
EMBA6002 Leadership # * University of Sydney and off-site location in Sydney February 2011
EMBA6003 Foundations of Management # * University of Sydney and off-site location in Sydney May / June 2011
Functional knowledge on-line modules # Online: Cross Cultural Management, Finance / Accounting, Organisational May / June 2011
Behaviour, Operations and Supply Chain Management, Strategy Marketing
EMBA6004 Creating and Developing New Bangalore, India October 2011
Opportunities # * ^
EMBA6005 Managing Growth # * ^ Silicon Valley, USA January 2012
EMBA6006 Turning Around Mature Businesses # * London, UK and Languedoc, France May / June 2012
^
# These modules involve self directed distance learning (with mentors) / pre-module preparation.
* These modules involve two week face-to-face delivery approximately every four months.
^ Please note, the locations of the 'Creating & Developing New Opportunities', 'Managing Growth' and 'Turning Around Mature Businesses'
modules may change, with locations to be confirmed by July 2011.
Please Note: For further details regarding how individual modules/units will be offered students should refer the EMBA page on faculty website
sydney.edu.au/business/globalEMBA/) or the EMBA Program Coordinator.

Units of study for the Executive Master of Business Administration

The Faculty of Economics and Business Website sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up to date information on unit of study
Most units of study for this degree will be offered in intensive mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.

S1 Late Intensive (61, 63, 64, and 65) the unit of study will run intensively in Semester 1 (non-standard late start/end
dates)
S2 Intensive (51, 52, 53, and 54) the unit of study will run intensively in Semester 2 (non-standard late start/end
dates)
Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are delivered in non-standard ways. Sessions 61, 63, 64, 65, 51, 52, 53 and
54 have census dates later in the year.
The units of study available for 2011 for these programs are detailed under :
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Executive Master of Business Administration

2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Executive Master of Business Administration
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Executive Master of Business Administration

points
The following units of study are only available in the Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA).
Core units of study
EMBA6000 This unit is available in the Executive Master of Business Administration only S2 Late Int
Executive MBA Primers
EMBA6001 12 Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business Administration, S2 Late Int
EMBA Report are permitted to enrol in this unit of study
EMBA6002 12 Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business Administration, Int February
Leadership are permitted to enrol in this unit of study
EMBA6003 12 Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business Administration, Int June
Foundations of Management are permitted to enrol in this unit of study
EMBA6004 12 P Minimum credit (65 percent) average in EMBA6002 and EMBA6003 Int October
Creating & Developing New Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business Administration,
Opportunities are permitted to enrol in this unit of study
EMBA6005 12 P Minimum credit (65 percent) average in EMBA6002 and EMBA6003 Int January
Managing Growth Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business Administration,
are permitted to enrol in this unit of study
EMBA6006 12 P Minimum credit (65 percent) average in EMBA6002 and EMBA6003 Int May
Turning Around Mature Businesses Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business Administration,
are permitted to enrol in this unit of study
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Executive Master of Business Administration

Please Note. These unit of study descriptions are listed alphanumerically by unit code.

attributes developed during the degree to a significant strategic issue
EMBA6000 confronting their organisation. Thus, as in other parts of the course,
Executive MBA Primers the approach to the project must be integrative, international in scope,
Session: S2 Late Int Classes: Online unit Assessment: 'Completed and build in the wider context in which the organisation operates. The
Requirements' awarded when unit completed (100%) unit will require the student to demonstrate the leadership skills,
Note: This unit is available in the Executive Master of Business Administration knowledge and attributes developed throughout the course. This is
only
the final component of the EMBA, and as such will allow students to
Primers in statistics, economics, financial statements and excel draw on the content and experiences from throughout the course.
spreadsheets. Students will work closely with an in-company sponsor as well as an
academic mentor to ensure the project is both of substantial and
EMBA6001 practical value to the organisation and completed with academic rigor.
EMBA Report The completion of this Unit of Study is the final component of the
Credit points: 12 Session: S2 Late Int Assessment: Individual report (100%) Executive MBA.
Note: Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business
Administration, are permitted to enrol in this unit of study EMBA6002
Leadership
This unit requires students to provide leadership on a strategic, Board Credit points: 12 Session: Int February Classes: 2 week block intensive in
level issue facing their organisation. In doing so students will be February Assessment: Team project (40%); Individual reflection report (60%)
required to apply the cross-disciplinary knowledge, skills and personal
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Note: Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business Growing businesses are presented with a complex array of
Administration, are permitted to enrol in this unit of study opportunities and challenges for maintaining and driving expansion.
This unit will develop, though experiential methods, a critical Leaders in these enterprises need to be able to assess and exploit
appreciation of the application of different perspectives on leadership these available options and, at the same time, to navigate pitfalls that
to business situations. It will achieve this by deconstructing and impede growth. This unit of study offers a curriculum that addresses
reconstructing new and existing perspectives of leadership in ways these opportunities and challenges. The course examines ways to
that are of value to the practice of leadership in organisations. get the most out of the firms strategic resources, explores the various
Perspectives examined will include military, political, philosophical, paths to strategic corporate expansion, and present models for making
dramaturgical, ethical and musical. Students will study specific key decisions faced by growth enterprises.
leadership skills, knowledge and attributes related to different Managing Growth emphasises hands-on experiences, including
organisational and group situations. These include: creative thinking instruction from executives at leading Silicon Valley firms, on-site
and acting; critical reasoning; strategic thinking; reflexive listening; visits, and "live" projects with successful growth firms.
identifying and managing power relationships; persuasiveness and; The unit will take place at a location consistent with the growth theme.
ethical decision making. This will initially be California's Silicon Valley, a location which offers
a showcase of internationally-renowned growth businesses. During
EMBA6003 the two-week unit students will explore the business environment,
Foundations of Management including the cultural, social and broader environmental context in
Credit points: 12 Session: Int June Classes: 2 week block intensive in which it operates.
May/June. Assessment: Team Presentation Project (50%); Individual reflection
report (25%); EMBA6001 Report Proposal (25%)
EMBA6006
Note: Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business
Administration, are permitted to enrol in this unit of study
Turning Around Mature Businesses
Credit points: 12 Session: Int May Classes: 2 week block intensive in
Today's business leaders need not only to understand core business May/June. Assessment: Group presentation (20%); Group project (45%);
functions but also demonstrate an ability to ask the right questions of Individual reflection report (35%)
functional specialists and integrate this knowledge in order to solve Note: Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business
complex business problems. This unit provides students with an
integrative appreciation of the core business functions, with particular "This study program introduces the issues and challenges facing the
focus on the disciplines of strategic management, organisational consultant or manager charged with turning around a business in a
behaviour, human resource management, international business, stagnant or declining industry. It will take place in an offshore setting
marketing, supply chain management, management accounting and consistent with the mature industry theme. Over the two-week intensive
corporate finance. The unit also develops and enhances the ability of unit the primary focus will be on developing a turnaround strategy for
students to work effectively in teams, a critical skill for the effective an organisation in the chosen location. This will involve independent
management of complex processes in uncertain environments and research prior to attending the unit as well as on-site field work during
provides key building blocks for the remainder of the program. the two weeks on location.
Theory and practice relating to turnarounds will be integrated through
EMBA6004
workshop sessions, site visits, and talks from customers, producers,
Creating & Developing New Opportunities
and others in the industry value chain. Students will also explore the
Credit points: 12 Session: Int October Classes: 2 week block intensive in business environment, including the cultural, social and environmental
October Assessment: Group presentation (20%); Group final document (45%);
Individual reflection report (35%) context in which it operates. The central ideas that lie at the heart of
Note: Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business this unit include the following core concepts, all related to the
Administration, are permitted to enrol in this unit of study management of corporate renewal and organisational change:
re-positioning the business, re-branding the market offering,
It is a huge challenge to launch a new enterprise, whether that re-energising the business (and indeed the industry as a whole),
business be developing a new product, entering a new market, or re-thinking the role of management, re-defining innovation,
leveraging a new business process. This challenge is further re-considering the role of democratic principles and internal markets,
complicated in the global environment, with businesses now operating and recognising the growing importance of institutional constraints on
across diverse cultures and countries. This unit introduces the issues companies."
facing the entrepreneur or manager who is creating a new venture.
Topics to be covered include opportunity discovery and recognition,
leveraging the start-up's (limited) resources and capabilities, financial
modelling and sources of finance, and intellectual property
management. Specific focus will be given to leading the entry of a
new venture in developing economies, with their complex institutional
Executive Master of Business
and cultural environment. Over the two-week intensive programme, Administration
students will develop a business entry and financing strategy for an These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
entrepreneurial venture. Central to the unit is the integration of theory University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
and practice through workshops, visits and panel discussions. Students the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
will pitch their new business to a panel of professional investors (if a Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
start-up) or senior executives (if a form of corporate venturing), with (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
feedback guiding their final documentation. amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
and Plagiarism.
The unit will initially take place in Bangalore, India.
Course resolutions
EMBA6005
Managing Growth
Credit points: 12 Session: Int January Classes: 2 week block intensive in
1 Course codes
January Assessment: Group presentation (45%); Group executive summary
document (20%); Individual reflection report (35%) Code Course title
Note: Only students enrolled in the degree FC065 - Executive Master of Business FC065 Executive Master of Business Administration
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Code Course title this embedded sequence, with the approval of the Faculty, and
provided the requirements of the embedded award have been
FG017 Graduate Certificate in Business Administration*
met.
* No direct admissions to this course - exit point only 10 Transitional provisions

2 Attendance pattern (1) These resolutions apply to students who commenced their
The attendance pattern for this course is full time only. commenced their candidature prior to 1 January, 2011 who
3 Master's type (2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 may
This is a professional master's course as defined by the in force at the time of their commencement, provided that
Coursework Rule. requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The Faculty
4 Embedded courses in this sequence requirements for completion of candidatures that extend
beyond this time.
(a) the Executive Master of Business Administration
(b) the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
(exit point only)
certificate or equivalent qualification at an institution
acceptable to the Faculty; and
(b) have met the relevant work experience requirements
as determined by the Faculty (approximately 10 years
of business experience); and
(c) pass a selection interview establishing the candidate's
suitability for the degree; and
(d) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
and
(e) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
(2) Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Business
Administration is not permitted. This is an exit only course.
Applicants are assessed for admission to candidature for the
Executive Master of Business Administration.

out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Executive
Master of Business Administration.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Executive Master of Business
Administration, a candidate must complete 72 credit points
of core units of study in a prescribed sequence specified by
the faculty.
Business Administration candidates must complete a
minimum of 24 credit points of units of study from the table.
7 Progression rules
(1) Candidates must achieve a minimum credit average in
EMBA6002 and EMBA6003 before proceeding to the next
core units in the prescribed sequence.
(2) Candidates who fail to achieve a minimum credit average in
EMBA6002 and EMBA6003 will be eligible for the award of
the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration provided
the candidates have met the requirements for that award.

Credit will not be granted towards the requirements for the
Executive Master of Business Administration for previous study
completed at the University of Sydney or other institutions.
9 Course transfer
Candidates for the Executive Master of Business Administration
may elect to discontinue study and graduate with an award from
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23. Postgraduate coursework programs: Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations
23. Postgraduate coursework programs: Human Resource

This section outlines the Human Resource Management and Industrial 2. Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and
Relations postgraduate coursework programs offered by the Faculty Industrial Relations
of Economics and Business. The available courses are as follows: To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource
Management and Industrial Relations, students complete six units of
1. Master of Human Resource Management study (36 credit points), comprising:
and Industrial Relations • two core units of study (12 credit points), comprising a foundation
unit (six credit points) and capstone unit (six credit points)
2. Graduate Diploma in Human Resource • four elective units of study (24 credit points), including a minimum
of three elective units options listed under 'Section A'.
3. Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management and
3. Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Industrial Relations
Management and Industrial Relations To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource
Management and Industrial Relations, students complete four units
Overview of the courses of study (24 credit points), comprising:
Course CRICOS Course Course title • two core units of study (12 credit points), comprising a foundation
code code abbreviation unit (six credit points) and capstone unit (six credit points)
• two elective units of study (12 credit points) selected from the
FC057 061140E MHRM&IR Master of Human Resource
Management and Industrial Relations 'Section A' elective unit options.
FF052 061141D GradDipHRM&IR Graduate Diploma in Human Core units of study
Resource Management and
Industrial Relations Foundation unit of study
FG015 061142C GradCertHRM&IR Graduate Certificate in Human The foundation unit is designed to be taken at the commencement of
Resource Management and
Industrial Relations the degree.
The Master of Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations, • WORK5002 People, Work and Employment
Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and Industrial
Relations and Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
The capstone unit draws on all the units completed and thus is
and Industrial Relations are specialised qualifications for those
designed to be completed at the end of the degree.
engaged in or contemplating careers in human resource management,
industrial relations, and related areas. • WORK6033 Organisational Sustainability
Credit points required for completion and duration Elective units of study
Elective units are selected from the options listed under 'Section A'
Course title Credit Duration
points (minimum) and 'Section B'. Students enrolled in the individual Human Resource
Management and Industrial Relations courses choose their elective
Master of Human Resource Management 60 1.5 years full-time
and Industrial Relations options as follows:
2.5 years part-time
Graduate Diploma in Human Resource 36 1 year full-time • Master’s degree: a minimum of four of their eight elective units
Management and Industrial Relations must be selected from 'Section A' options. The remaining four
1.5 years part-time
electives may be selected from either 'Section A' or 'Section B'
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource 24 0.5 years full-time options.
1 year part-time • Graduate Diploma: a minimum of two of their three elective units
must be selected from 'Section A 'options. The remaining one
Course structures and progressions elective may be selected from either 'Section A' or 'Section B'
options.
Course requirements • Graduate Certificate: all elective units must be chosen from the
'Section A' options only.
1. Master of Human Resource Management and Industrial
Relations Section A
To be awarded the Master of Human Resource Management and • WORK6008 Research Tools at Work *
Industrial Relations, students complete 10 units of study (60 credit • WORK6011 Negotiation, Bargaining and Advocacy *
points), comprising: • WORK6012 Industrial Relations Policy
• WORK6017 Human Resource Strategies
• two core units of study (12 credit points), comprising a foundation • WORK6018 International Industrial Relations.
unit (six credit points) and capstone unit (six credit points) • WORK6030 Performance and Rewards
• eight elective units of study (48 credit points), including a minimum • WORK6031 Recruitment and Selection *
of four electives (24 credit points) chosen from the options • WORK6034 Talent Management
specified under 'Section A'. • WORK6103 Gender and Work *
• WORK6108 International Dimensions of HR
• WORK6109 Unions at Work *
• WORK6114 Health and Safety at Work *
• WORK6115 Managing Diversity at Work
• WORK6116 Employment and the Law

• WORK6117 Managing HR and Knowledge Systems * 3. Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management and
• WORK6118 Managing Communication in Organisations. Industrial Relations
The following table illustrates a course progression example for a
Section B student enrolled in the graduate certificate on a full-time basis
• WORK6001 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour completing four units of study (24 credit points) per semester. (Note:
• WORK6002 Foundations of Strategic Management In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
• WORK6003 People, Management and Technology *
• WORK6022 Special Topic in WOS * Year Sem Units of study
• WORK6026 Organisational Change and Development
• WORK6027 Writers on Management * 1 2 WORK5002 WORK6033 Table A Table A
People, Work Organisational elective elective
• WORK6111 Management Consulting * and Sustainability
• WORK6119 The Innovative Firm Employment
• WORK6120 Research Essay
• WORK6121 Founders of Enterprise * Please Note. The information listed in these examples is based on
• WORK6130 Leadership in Organisations. the unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered in 2011.
sequences to those listed (including enrolling in units in Summer or
Professional accreditation Winter School sessions when available). Students are advised to plan
their degree based upon their individual needs and to contact the
Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) accreditation faculty’s Student Information Office if they need any assistance in
AHRI is the national association representing human resource planning their progression in their course.
management professionals and is Australia's leading human resources
professional body. Specific degrees incorporating study in human Units of study for Human Resource Management
resource management are AHRI-accredited. Postgraduate Human and Industrial Relations coursework programs
Resource Management and Industrial Relations courses satisfy the
requirements for professional membership of AHRI. General information relating to unit of study offerings
The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the
Progression guides time of printing of this handbook.
The following tables show course progression examples for a student
enrolled in the Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations The Faculty of Economics and Business Website
Master’s degree, Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate. (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up to date
information on unit of study availability or other requirements.
1. Master of Human Resource Management and Industrial Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website
Relations (sydney.edu.au/timetable). Students should note that units of study
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a are run subject to demand.
student enrolled in the Master of Human Resource Management and
Industrial Relations on a full-time basis undertaking three or four units Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either
of study (24 or 18 credit points) per semester. (Note: In this example, Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive
'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'). mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.

1 1 WORK5002 Section A Section A elective Session code Description of how the unit will
People, Work elective elective be offered
and
Employment 1a (7) the unit of study will run intensively in
2 Section A Section A elective
elective elective 1b (8) the unit of study will run intensively in
2 1 WORK6033 elective elective
Organisational 2a (9) the unit of study will run intensively in
Sustainability the first half of Semester 2
2. Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and the second half of Semester 2
Industrial Relations Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
The following table illustrates a course progression example for a Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
Late (44) session
student enrolled in the graduate diploma on a full-time basis completing
three units of study (18 credit points) per semester. (Note: In this intensively in the Winter School
example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'). session
Year Sem Units of study Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are
delivered in non-standard ways.
1 1 WORK5002 Section A elective Section A elective
People, Work and
Employment The units of study available for 2011 for these programs are detailed
2 WORK6033 Section A elective elective under :
Organisational
Sustainability 1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Human Resource
Management and Industrial Relations coursework programs
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Human Resource
Management and Industrial Relations coursework programs
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1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations coursework programs
points
Core units of study
All students enrolled in the Human Resource Management and Industrial Relations courses complete these units of study.
Foundation unit of study
This unit is completed in the first semester of enrolment.
WORK5002 6 Foundation Unit for MHRM&IR Semester 1
People, Work and Employment Semester 2
This unit is completed in the final semester of enrolment.
(i) Students enrolled in the Master's degree complete four electives from 'Section A' and four electives from either 'Section A' or 'Section B'.
(ii) Students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma complete two electives from 'Section A' and one elective from either 'Section A' or 'Section B'.
(iii) Students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate complete their electives from 'Section A'.
Section A
Industrial Relations Policy
Performance and Rewards
WORK6034 6 N WORK6031 Semester 2
Talent Management
WORK6116 6 This unit is not available for students enrolled in the Master of Labour Law Relations Semester 1
Employment and the Law
Organisations
Section B
Behaviour
Management
Development
The Innovative Firm
WORK6120 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Research Essay Available only to students who have achieved 75% or better in at least four WORK (or Semester 2
equivalent) units studied; and have the Discipline's permission to take the unit.
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points
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employer policy, the practices of Australia's arbitral tribunals, the
WORK5002 development of wage determination, and emerging patterns of dispute
People, Work and Employment resolution. Overarching themes include individualisation and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour decentralisation of employment relations policy in Australia and
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Case study (25%); Essay (40%); Final whether there are more suitable alternatives.
2hr exam (35%); Academic Honesty Module (0%)
Note: Foundation Unit for MHRM&IR WORK6017
This unit introduces students to competing perspectives on the nature, Human Resource Strategies
meaning and implications of Human Resource Management (HRM) Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%),
and highlights the distinction between functional, normative and critical presentations (30%) and exam (40%)
approaches to understanding HRM. The unit also provides an
understanding of the key functions and processes associated with the This unit of study examines the theoretical foundations of strategic
practice of HRM, including: human resource planning, job analysis human resource management and then critically analyses the empirical
and work design; staff recruitment and selection; training and evidence related to a range of HR strategies deployed in contemporary
development; performance management and motivation; managing workplaces, both in Australia and internationally. In doing so, we will
rewards and remuneration; equal opportunity and diversity explore the issues underpinning emerging HR strategies, their
management; international dimensions of HRM; and evaluating the implementation and the outcomes experienced within the organisation
effectiveness of HRM policies and practices. Opportunities are and the wider environment. The HR strategies studied will involve
provided throughout the unit for consideration of case studies relating those that focus on managing a contemporary workforce and may
to particular issues. include human resources strategies associated with: the management
of front line workers, teams, non standard forms of employment, job
WORK6001 quality and work-life balance, and gender and diversity at work, for
Organisational Analysis and Behaviour example.
per week Assessment: Group seminar presentation (20%); Individual essay WORK6018
(40%); Final 2hr exam (40%); Academic honesty module (0%) International Industrial Relations
This unit introduces students to the behaviour of people when acting Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Winter Main Classes: 1 x 3 hour
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: essay (40%), group
as members of an organisation. The aim of the unit is to provide an seminar facilitation (20%), seminar particiapation and attendence (10%), in
understanding of the processes and structures that influence class test (30%)
organisational behaviour, by drawing on ideas from psychology,
sociology, management and anthropology. Topics covered include: This unit provides students with insights into the debate about the
personality and the self; learning and socialisation; motivation and effect of globalisation on employment relations by using comparative
commitment; group behaviour and dynamics; organisational design analysis to identify the range of factors that account for similarities
and boundaries; organisational culture, change and leadership. and difference in national patterns of industrial relations. The unit
focuses on providing an understanding of the nature of industrial
WORK6002 relations patterns in developed and developing market economies
Foundations of Strategic Management and invites students to compare a range of developments across
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial these countries.
per week Assessment: Case analysis (40%), Seminar facilitation (5%), Seminar
paper (15%), Participation (5%), Final exam (35%) WORK6026
Organisational Change and Development
This unit of study provides a critical examination of the concept of
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Intensive - 6 days, 10am -
æstrategy' in the management of organisations beginning with an 5pm Assessment: Continuous: assignment (50%), exam (50%)
examination of different approaches to strategy and strategic
management and the development of strategic management as an This unit seeks to develop diagnostic and prescriptive skills in relation
academic discipline. It also provides an understanding of the interplay to the management of organisational change while also encouraging
between the external environment and industry environment and the the adoption of a critical perspective of the field. Part 1 (Organisational
organisation. It enables students to apply concepts of strategic Change and the Nature of Organisations) introduces the fields of
management to a range of case studies in order to explore the practical organisational change, explains its relevance to organisation
application of strategic management models. performance and strategy and examines key change management
models. Part 2 (Diagnosis and Intervention) examines the utility of
WORK6012 key organisational change models and techniques and identifies
Industrial Relations Policy factors that may impact on the effectiveness of the change
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Intensive - 6 days 10-5pm management process. Part 3 (Key Areas of Intervention) analyses
Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and exam (40%) the application of organisational change practices and initiatives to a
The aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the institutions number of specific organisational issues.
and processes of employment relations with an emphasis on laws,
WORK6030
institutions and social processes. It combines theoretical and historical
understandings of employment relations in Australia with a detailed
examination of the current problems and strategies of the the key Assessment: group presentation on motivation survey findings (15%), group
employment relations players. Topics covered include: the regulatory paper on motivation survey findings (25%), major assignment (individual essay
framework, state and federal governments policies, union policy, or case study) (40%), 30 minute in-class test (20%)
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This unit examines the processes and practices associated with internationalisation and globalisation for human resource management
contemporary performance and reward management. Results-based, (HRM), the different levels of international business activity, the
behaviourally-based and competency-based methods of performance difference between domestic and international HRM, the challenges
management are examined, along with processes of performance of cross-cultural management, models of cross-cultural management,
review, planning and developing. Coverage of reward management and specific international HR processes, including selection,
issues includes: job- and person-based approaches to building base development, performance management, remuneration and
pay structures; methods for rewarding individual performance; work repatriation.The unit provides students with a practical understanding
group incentives such as gainsharing, goal-sharing and team pay; of the issues and challenges associated with managing employees
methods of rewarding employees for organisational performance, in international, global and cross-cultural contexts.
including employee share ownership; and performance-related rewards
for executives. The unit also examines approaches to developing WORK6115
strategically integrated performance and reward management systems. Managing Diversity at Work
WORK6033 per week Assessment: Group Facilitation Exercise (15%); Short individual
Organisational Sustainability essay (15%); Major assignment (40%); Exam (take-home) (30%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Semester 1: This unit examines the ways in which organisations manage a
Intensive - 6 days 10-5pm, Semester 2: 1 x 3hr seminar/tutorial per week
heterogenous workforce and the legal and ethical issues associated
Note: Capstone unit for MHRM&IR
with the management of workforce diversity. While drawing on
international literature in the field, the primary focus is on the Australian
Organisational sustainability is a critical part of contemporary experience, including the so-called 'program' approach and the
managerial practice, focusing on organisations' economical, social complaint mechanism found in the anti-discrimination statutes.As well
and environmental impact. This unit of study critically evaluates the as encouraging the development of diagnostic and prescriptive skills
intentions, practices and outcomes of organisational sustainability in diversity management, students also have the opportunity to develop
initiatives. By applying relevant theoretical frameworks, students will a critical perspective on the growing literature in this field.
be encouraged to enhance their understanding of the role and
responsibilities of management, the impact of organisations on WORK6116
employees, and the wider societal and environmental implications of Employment and the Law
contemporary organisational trends. With an emphasis on the human Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial
dimensions of organisational actions, this unit builds on foundational per week Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and
exam (40%)
units of study in Management, Industrial Relations and Human
Note: This unit is not available for students enrolled in the Master of Labour
Resource Management. Law Relations
WORK6034 This unit of study examines the legal framework with respect to labour
Talent Management relations in Australia. In particular it examines the scope of industrial
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial law, the employment relationship, the Federal-State division of
per week Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and legislative power in industrial relations and the industrial arbitration
exam (40%)
systems, courts, tribunals, agreements and awards. Current
This unit examines the theories, practices and debates associated developments in the law and politics of the systems will be referred
with contemporary human resource development (HRD). The unit to throughout the course.
begins with an exploration of different conceptions of learning and
skill. The process of HRD is examined, with a focus on needs WORK6118
assessment and the delivery and evaluation of learning. The Managing Communication in Organisations
relationship between HRD and other areas of HRM is explored, Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial
per week Assessment: Continuous: Essay (35%), case studies (30%), exam
particularly work organisation, performance management, (35%).
remuneration and enterprise governance. The role of organisational
learning and knowledge management are examined in terms of This unit of study is designed to introduce students to the theory and
changing conceptions of organisational structure and performance. practical application of the management of communication in
A second section of the unit places HRD in the context of the wider organisations. Advances in technology have had a dramatic impact
environment. Australian policy debates are examined and HRD on communication in recent years and this course will pay particular
systems in other countries are introduced and comparisons drawn. attention to the impact of these technologies and the implications for
The likely success of skills-led models of societal, industry and management. By the end of this course students will have a good
enterprise development in the context of globalisation and the understanding of organisational communications theory including a
knowledge economy are discussed. A third section of the unit explores comprehensive knowledge of the differing styles, channels and content
the relationship between HRD and careers. The causes and of communication. In addition, they will have a sound understanding
consequences of changing career structures, the breakdown of internal of the technological channels available to manage communication
labour markets and the development of new forms of organisation are and the associated benefits and challenges that this brings to
examined. Particular attention is given to the issues of executive contemporary organisations. A significant amount of the course will
development and succession planning. be devoted to practical applications of communication strategies
WORK6108 discussion boards.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1a Classes: 39 hours in Intensive mode WORK6119
over 7 days Assessment: Readiness Assurance Tests (30%); Team strategy The Innovative Firm
activities (20%); Critical reflective journal assignment (30%); Final strategy
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 39 hours in intensive mode
assessment (20%)
- 6 days Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%), presentations
(30%) and exam (40%)
managing people in international and cross-cultural contexts, with The aim of this course is to examine long run changes in the
specific emphasis on international recruitment, selection, preparation, organisation and management of business enterprises. Against a
placement, management development, performance management, background of an introduction of business history, the major themes
reward and remuneration. The unit considers the implications of to be covered include business strategy, marketing, employment
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relations, financing, governance and technology. While there is no (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
precise chronological period, the main concentration will be on the amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
growth of large-scale corporations from the nineteenth century to the and Plagiarism.
present day. A major preoccupation of the course is to explore the
factors that make an innovative firm. Some of these factors include Course resolutions
the nature of the market, the regulatory environment, new technology
and business leadership.The course will employ historical case studies 1 Course codes
and a comparative methodology and will also evaluate the way in
which firms are classified as innovative by business and corporate Code Course title
historians. FC057 Master of Human Resource Management and Industrial
Relations
WORK6120 FF052 Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management and
Research Essay Industrial Relations
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Research FG015 Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
essay (100%) and Industrial Relations
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Available only to
students who have achieved 75% or better in at least four WORK (or equivalent)
units studied; and have the Discipline's permission to take the unit.
This unit provides high-performing with the opportunity to undertake
supervised reading and research for a major essay of 5,000 words The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
on an approved topic of special interest in work and organisational according to candidate choice.
studies.The unit centres on supervised individual reading and research
rather than on class-based teaching and learning. Enrolment is limited 3 Master's type
to students who (a) have achieved 75% or better in at least four WORK
(or equivalent) units studied; and (b) have the Discipline's permission The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional
to do so. Approval is subject to supervisor availability. Students master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
contemplating enrolment in this unit must first seek approval from the
Work and Organisational Studies Postgraduate Coursework 4 Embedded courses in this sequence
Coordinator. Approval will depend on the nature of the proposed essay
topic and the availability of appropriate supervisory expertise. (1) The embedded courses in this sequence are:
(a) the Master of Human Resource Management and
WORK6130 Industrial Relations
(b) the Graduate Diploma in Human Resource
Leadership in Organisations
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Intensive- 6 days (c) the Graduate Certificate in Human Resource
10-5pm Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and
exam (40%)
This unit of study is designed to encourage you to consider the role each stage, a candidate may progress to the award of any
and significance of leadership in various organisational contexts. The of the courses in this sequence. Only the longest award
completed will be conferred.
unit introduces you to the major streams of leadership theory and
traces the development of our understanding about leadership. We
will explore how these theories allow us to understand leadership in
practice and in what ways leadership is linked to different aspects of
organisational effectiveness. We will examine the 'good, the bad, and on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
the ugly' sides of leadership, e.g. positive forms (transformational, (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
charismatic) and negative forms (narcissistic and Machiavellian). We certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
will explore leading for diversity and diversity in leadership (e.g. based the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
on gender, culture and ethnicity) and the role of leaders in constituting the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
ethical and socially responsible organisations. The critical role of (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
leaders in effecting organisational change will be explored and we will by the Faculty;
examine the leadership of top management teams, and leadership (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
and
succession. We will also examine leadership development programs
and instruments and you will have an opportunity to reflect on factors
that might influence your own leadership style. 6 Requirements for award

Course rules and resolutions out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Human
Resource Management and Industrial Relations coursework
Master of Human Resource Management programs.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Human Resource
and Industrial Relations Management and Industrial Relations a candidate must
complete 60 credit points, including:
Graduate Diploma in Human Resource (a) 12 credit points of core units of study; and
(b) 48 credit points of elective units of study, including at
Management and Industrial Relations least 24 credit points of units from Section A.
(3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Human
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Resource Management and Industrial Relations a candidate
Management and Industrial Relations must complete 36 credit points, including:
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable (b) 30 credit points of elective units of study, including at
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) least 18 credit points of units from Section A.
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(4) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Certificate in Human

Resource Management and Industrial Relations a candidate
must complete 24 credit points, including:
(b) 18 credit points of elective units of study, including at
least 12 credit points of units from Section A.
7 Course transfer
beyond this time.
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24. Postgraduate coursework programs: Innovation and Enterprise
24. Postgraduate coursework programs: Innovation and

Enterprise
This section outlines the Innovation and Enterprise postgraduate Core units of study
coursework programs offered by the Faculty of Economics and Students must complete the following two core units of study (12 credit
Business. The available course is as follows: points):
Graduate Certificate in Innovation and •

•
IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
IBUS6015 Strategy and Innovation Special Project.
Enterprise
Overview of the course Students choose two electives units (12 credit points) from the
following options:
Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation
FG012 066136E GradCertInn&Ent • IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities and Startups
• IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation
• IBUS6013 Business Restructuring and Renewal
This course will help develop commercially aware and empowered
• IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management
entrepreneurs. It is designed to equip participants with the skills and • IBUS6016 Social Entrepreneurship
experience necessary to build a business in a variety of industries. • IBUS6017 Enterprise and the Creative Industries.
The Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise will be relevant
to people with a variety of interests including the self-employed, CTS Scholarship Recipients
researchers, creative artists, and social activists. Essentially the course CTS Scholarship Recipients who undertake the Graduate Certificate
ensures participants gain valuable skills and know-how in: in Innovation and Enterprise will successfully complete the two
compulsory units of study (12 credit points) listed above under
• Identifying and understanding opportunity, change and innovation.
'Compulsory units of study' and the following two elective units (12
Developing successful businesses locally and internationally.
• The skills associated with market research and intellectual credit points):
property, financial and project management.
• IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities & Startups
• The interpersonal and communication skills relevant to
• IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management.
entrepreneurial business activities, including leadership, teamwork
and pitching skills. Progression guides
Participants also have the opportunity to develop expertise in the (i) Full-time enrolment example
commercialisation of research and other intellectual property, social The following table illustrates a degree progression example for
entrepreneurship, or enterprise in the creative industries. students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Innovation and
Enterprise on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit
Please Note: Students currently enrolled in a research degree at the
points) per semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation
University of Sydney may be eligible for a scholarship to complete
for 'Semester'.)
this Certificate under the Commercialisation Training Scheme. Further
information is available from Year Sem Units of study
www.usyd.edu.au/ro/training/commercialisation.shtml.
1 1 IBUS5001 IBUS6015 elective elective
Credit points required for completion and duration Strategy, Strategy and
Innovation and Innovation
Global Business Special Project
24 0.5 years full-time (ii) Part-time enrolment example
1 year part-time The following table illustrates a degree progression example for
students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Innovation and
Course structure and progression Enterprise on a part-time basis undertaking two units of study (12
credit points) per semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an
Course requirements abbreviation for 'Semester'.)
To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise,
students will successfully complete four units of study (24 credit points); Year Sem Units of study
comprising: 1 1 IBUS5001 elective
Strategy, Innovation and
• two core units of study (12 credit points) Global Business
• two elective units of study (12 credit points). 2 IBUS6015 elective
Special Project

(iii) CTS enrolment example Units of study for the Graduate Certificate of
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for Innovation and Enterprise
students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Innovation and
Enterprise under the CTS Scholarship on a part-time basis undertaking General information relating to unit of study offerings
two units of study (12 credit points) per semester. (Note: In this The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the
example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'.) time of printing of this handbook.
Year Sem Units of study The Faculty of Economics and Business Website
(sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up to date
1 1 IBUS5001 IBUS6014
Strategy, Innovation and Intellectual Property information on unit of study availability or other requirements.
Global Business Management Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website
2 IBUS6011 IBUS6015 (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units
New Business Opportunities Strategy and Innovation of study are run subject to demand.
and Startups Special Project
The units of study available for 2011 for these programs are detailed
Please Note. The information listed in these examples is based on under:
Students are usually able to complete the units of study in different 1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Graduate Certificate in
sequences to those listed (including enrolling in units in Summer or Innovation and Enterprise
Winter School sessions when available). Students are advised to plan 2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Graduate Certificate in
their course based upon their individual needs and to contact the Innovation and Enterprise
faculty’s Student Information Office if they need any assistance in


1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise
points
Core units of study
Students must complete all core units.
Business
Strategy and Innovation Special Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Project Students need permission from the Discipline to enrol unless they are enrolled in the
GradCertInn&Ent where this is a core unit or the MCom (Strategy and Innovation).
Students must complete two elective units.
Startups
CTS Scholarship Recipients
CTS Scholarship recipients must complete the following combination of core and elective units:
Business
Startups
Strategy and Innovation Special Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Project Students need permission from the Discipline to enrol unless they are enrolled in the
GradCertInn&Ent where this is a core unit or the MCom (Strategy and Innovation).
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IBUS5001 IBUS6014
Strategy, Innovation and Global Business Intellectual Property Management
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
per week Assessment: Individual assignment (30%); Group assignment (30%); seminar/wk Assessment: Presentation (10%); Projects (30%); Individual Essay
Final 2hr exam (40%) (20%); Final Exam (40%)
This unit focuses on the application of strategic thinking in key Intellectual property (IP) represents the property of your mind, intellect,
business contexts with a particular focus on the global nature of and proprietary knowledge. There are a number of means
business. Specific attention is given to: (i) the identification and of protecting your IP, including patents, copyright and trade
managing of new business opportunites both for entrepreneurial marks. Creating IP does not necessarily mean you own the rights to
start-ups and for new ventures that emerge within a corporate setting; use it, as most forms require you to take formal steps to register your
(ii) business model innovation as a basis for new ventures and IP and obtain the legal rights of ownership (both in Australia and
business growth; (iii) the identification and managing of the specific internationally). This unit of study will cover aspects including the
challenges and risks presented by operating in a global business concept of IP, how to identify and protect it in a local and international
environment. context, creating the conditions to encourage and leverage IP in a
commercial context, how to manage a portfolio of IP, and enforcement
IBUS6011 scenarios. The unit concentrates on how to utilise IP to create,
New Business Opportunities and Startups control and exchange value, with particular attention paid to
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hr lecture/seminar per the practice of open innovation.
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%) IBUS6015
For small open economies such as Australia's, opportunity Strategy and Innovation Special Project
identification and exploitation are often critical to firms' long-term Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar/wk
Assessment: Research proposal (20%); Critique (10%); Instructor updates
growth and survival. Identifying new markets, developing new products (15%); Presentation (15%); Major research report (40%)
and implementing new business models are highly-regarded and Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students need
valuable skills for entrepreneurs and business managers alike. In permission from the Discipline to enrol unless they are enrolled in the
addition to exploring the special problems (and advantages) associated GradCertInn&Ent where this is a core unit or the MCom (Strategy and
with entrepreneurial start-ups, the unit will explore commercialisation Innovation).
and corporate venturing. Topics include opportunity recognition, This unit of study is offered to students completing the Graduate
structuring a business and investment proposal, venture capital and Certificate in Innovation & Enterprise. It is designed to assist you
other funding sources, market entry strategies as well as develop your understanding of research methods and business issues
entrepreneurial and creative leadership. specifically related to your area of interest. You will complete a major
research project that will explore the phenomena of strategy,
IBUS6012
innovation or entrepreneurship in a context of your choice. For
example, your research could consist of the study of two corporations
that have successfully (or unsuccessfully) grown a business from an
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%) invention. Your study would address a specific issue of interest to
academia, industry or your future career.
models and rapidly changing competitive environments buffeting IBUS6016
established businesses. Businesses that have 'survived' startup are Social Entrepreneurship
immediately challenged to build sustainable business models that Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture per week and
continually leverage into new markets and products. This unit centres 1x 1hr reading and/or case per week for 12 weeks Assessment: Consulting
on business- and corporate-level strategy, focussing on the project (30%), in-class activities and quiz (10%), tutorial participation (15%),
thought sheet (15%), final exam (30%)
development of skills and knowledge required to spark and cope with
rapid business growth. Topics will include harnessing and leveraging Social entrepreneurs are committed to furthering a social mission
resources and capabilities, creating ventures that are international in through enterprises that rank social, environmental or cultural impact
scope, forming alliances, and mergers and acquisitions. This unit will on a par with, or even above, profit. Intersecting the business and
also explore issues associated with avoiding the pitfalls of rapid growth. not-for profit worlds, social entrepreneurship addresses many complex
local and global problems. This unit will critically introduce the concept
IBUS6013 and develop frameworks for understanding social entrepreneurship
Business Restructuring and Renewal (also referred to as social enterprise and social innovation). Teaching
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per and learning will utilise case studies, and include the opportunity to
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%)
apply real-world experiences. Topics will include creating innovative
social enterprises, sustainable business models, philanthropy and
Entrepreneurial business opportunities do not always relate to funding, impact assessment, and leadership.
early-stage or start-up businesses. Later-stage business investments,
whether buying existing businesses or turning around failing IBUS6017
enterprises, are a significant and growing focus of entrepreneurial Enterprise and the Creative Industries
activity. This unit explores the process of acquiring and reinvigorating Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture per week for
established businesses and how to secure private equity funds 12 weeks & 1x 1hr reading per week for 10 weeks. Assessment: Wiki entry &
edit (15%); 1x group project presentation (15%); 1x group project report (30%);
(leveraged buy-outs) or corporate funding. The focus is on opportunity individual participation (10%); & individual audio essay (30%)
evaluation, business model innovation, management and revitalisation
rather than financial structuring. Students will have the opportunity to The creative industries include architecture, design, film, television,
apply the functional skills learned in core strategy, finance, marketing, music, the performing arts, advertising, publishing and the visual arts.
and management units to real opportunities. As well as being of These industries are characterised by the presence of creative
interest to those wishing to acquire and manage their own business, individuals, large and powerful distributors (such as film studios) and
the unit is appropriate for those working in `big' business and the the leveraging of copyright. These industries are driven by imagination
financial markets. and novelty, with creativity and innovation essential to business
success.This unit explores enterprise development in these industries,
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Graduate Certificate in Innovation and
Enterprise
and Plagiarism.
Course resolutions
1 Course codes
Code Course title
FG012 Graduate Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise
The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
by the Faculty;
and

out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Graduate
Certificate in Innovation and Enterprise.
Innovation and Enterprise a candidate must complete 24
credit points, including:
beyond this time.
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25. Postgraduate coursework programs: International Business
25. Postgraduate coursework programs: International

Business
This section outlines the International Business postgraduate Course structures and progressions
coursework programs offered by the Faculty of Economics and
Business. The available courses are as follows: Course requirements
1. Master of International Business
1. Master of International Business To be awarded the Master of International Business, students complete
12 units of study (72 credit points), comprising:
2. Graduate Diploma in International
Business • four foundational units of study (24 credit points)
• four elective units of study (24 credit points).
3. Graduate Certificate in International
Business 2. Graduate Diploma in International Business
To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in International Business,
For details of the combined Master of International Business programs
students complete eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising:
please refer to the relevant sections as follows:
• four foundational units of study (24 credit points)
• For the Master of International Business and Master of Commerce
please refer to the Postgraduate combined coursework master’s
programs: International Business and Commerce 3. Graduate Certificate in International Business
• For the Master of International Business and Master of Logistics
Management, please refer to the Postgraduate combined To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in International Business,
coursework master’s programs: International Business and students complete four units of study (24 credit points), comprising:
Logistics Management.
• two foundational units of study (12 credit points)
• two core units of study as specified for the Graduate Certificate
Overview of the courses (12 credit points)
code code abbreviation Foundational units of study
Students enrolled in the International Business courses complete their
FC038 030515B MIntBus Master of International Business
foundational units of study as follows:
FF038 030518K GradDipIntBus Graduate Diploma in International
Business • Master's degree and Graduate Diploma: students complete all
FG010 030517M GradCertIntBus Gradute Certificate in International four foundational units (24 credit points).
Business • Graduate Certificate: students complete two foundational units
(12 credit points).
The International Business programs are designed to provide students
with the knowledge and skills relevant to the development, strategy, Students select their foundational units of study from the following:
and management of international business organisations; and an
understanding of the institutional context for their development, growth, • ACCT5001 Accounting Principles
• CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business
and operation.
• ECOF5010 Academic and Professional Communication
The field of international business includes multinational and • ECON5001 Microeconomic Theory
• ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory
transnational business activities; strategic and managerial processes
that cross national boundaries; joint ventures and strategic alliances, • FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance
mergers and acquisitions; managing international risk; cross-cultural • IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
management; and the interactions of international business • INFS5001 Project Management
organisations with their economic, political and cultural environment. • MKTG5001 Marketing Principles
• TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Credit points for courses and duration • WORK5003 Management and Organisations
Course title Credit Duration (minimum) Core units of study

points Students enrolled in the International Business courses complete the
Master of International Business 72 1.5 years full-time core units of study as follows:
3 years part-time
• Master's degrees (including combined): four core units (24 credit
Graduate Diploma in 48 1 year full-time points).
2 years part-time • Graduate Diploma: four core units (24 credit points).
Graduate Certificate in 24 0.5 years full-time • Graduate Certificate: only IBUS6001 and IBUS6002 (12 credit
International Business points in total).
1 year part-time
The core units for these programs are as follows:

• IBUS6002 Cross-Cultural Management
• IBUS6003 Managing International Risk
• IBUS6004 International Business Alliances.

Elective units of study Progression guides

Master's students select their four elective units of study (24 credit The following tables show course progression examples for a student
points) from the following options: enrolled in the International Business Master’s degree, Graduate
Diploma or Graduate Certificate.
• BANK6003 Global Supervision of Bank Risks 1. Master of International Business
• CISS6003 Business and Security The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
• CISS6007 Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region
student enrolled in the Master of International Business on a full-time
• CISS6013 Middle East Conflict and Security
• CLAW6007 Issues in Law and International Business basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points) per semester.
• ECON6008 International Money and Finance (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
• ECON6024 Private Equity Year Sem Units ofstudy
• ECOP6010 International Trade Regulation 1 1 foundational foundational core core
• ECOP6015 Global Employment and Migration
• ECOP6016 China in the World Economy 2 foundational elective elective core
• FINC6013 International Business Finance 2 1 foundational elective elective core
• FINC6015 Global Trading
• GOVT6116 International Organisations * 2. Graduate Diploma in International Business
• GOVT6117 International Politics of Human Rights The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
• GOVT6123 Globalisation and Governance student enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in International Business
• GOVT6125 Politics of the World Economy on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points)
• GOVT6136 Asia Pacific Politics
per semester. (Note: 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
• GOVT6147 Foundations of International Relations
• GOVT6331 Public Management and Governance
• IBUS6005 Ethical Issues in International Business Year Sem Units ofstudy
• IBUS6006 Comparative International Management 1 1 foundational foundational core core
• IBUS6007 International Business Special Project 2 foundational foundational core core
• IBUS6008 Export Management
• IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities and Startups
3. Graduate Certificate in International Business
• IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation
• IBUS6013 Business Restructuring and Renewal The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
• IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management student enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in International Business
• IBUS6016 Social Entrepreneurship on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study per semester (24
• IBUS6017 Enterprise and the Creative Industries credit points). (Note: 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
• MKTG6013 International and Global Marketing Year Sem Units of study
• MKTG6019 Marketing in the Asia-Pacific Region *
• TPTM6130 Transport and Logistics Management 1 1 foundational foundational IBUS6001 IBUS6002
International Cross-Cultural
• TPTM6260 International Logistics Business Management
• TPTM6390 Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects Strategy
• TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation
• USSC6903 US Foreign and National Security Policy Please Note: The information listed in these examples is based on
• USSC6904 US Financial Institutions and Culture * the unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
• USSC6905 US Economic Policy and Regulation * Students are usually able to complete the units of study in different
• WORK6018 International Industrial Relations sequences to those listed (including enrolling in units in Summer or
• WORK6108 International Dimensions of HRM
Winter School sessions when available). Students are advised to plan
• WORK6119 The Innovative Firm
• WORK6121 Founders of Enterprise. * their course based upon their individual needs and to contact the
faculty’s Student Information Office if they need any assistance in
Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011. planning their progression in their course.
Note: All 'ECOP' and 'GOVT' units of study are offered through the
Faculty of Arts and all 'USSC' units of study are offered through the
United States Studies Centre.
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2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: International Business coursework programs
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: International Business coursework programs

Note: The following information does not relate to the Master of International Business and Law.

points
(i) For the award of the Master’s degree and Graduate Diploma, students must complete 24 credit points in foundational units of study.
(ii) For the award of the Graduate Certificate, students must complete 12 credit points in foundational units of study.
Summer Early
Academic and Professional Semester 2
Communication
Summer Main
Summer Main
Finance
Business
Summer Late
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points
Core units of study
(i) For the award of the Master’s degree and Graduate Diploma, students must complete all 24 credit points in core units of study.
(ii) For the award of the Graduate Certificate, students must complete the core units IBUS6001 and IBUS6002 – 12 credit points.
Summer Late
Summer Main
Elective units of study for the Master of International Business
For the award of the Master’s degree students complete 24 credit points in elective units of study.
Global Supervision of Bank Risks
CISS6003 6 Semester 1a
Business and Security
CISS6007 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions: S2 Intensive S2 Intensive
Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region Winter Main
CISS6013 6 N GOVT6154 Semester 1
Middle East Conflict and Security
Business
Private Equity
International Trade Regulation
Global Employment and Migration
China in the World Economy
Global Trading
GOVT6117 6 N LAWS6161 Semester 1
International Politics of Human Rights
Globalisation and Governance
Politics of the World Economy
Asia Pacific Politics
Foundations of International Semester 2
Relations
International Public Management
Decisions
Management
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points
Export Management
Startups
MKTG6019 6 P MKTG5001 Semester 2b
Marketing in the Asia-Pacific Region
Projects
USSC6903 6 Previous study in US politics is required in order to complete this unit of study. Semester 2
US Foreign and National Security
Policy
The Innovative Firm
All 'GOVT' units of study are offered through the Department of Government and International Relations in the Faculty of Arts. All 'ECOP' units of study are offered
through the Department of Political Economy in the Faculty of Arts. All USSC units of study are offered through the United States Studies Centre.
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: International Business coursework programs


This unit provides an introduction to the generally accepted accounting
ACCT5001
principles and practices underlying financial accounting and reporting.
Accounting Principles
It is intended for both accounting and non-accounting majors. The
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per
week Assessment: Mid-semester examination (25%); Final examination (55%); unit aims to introduce students to the concepts and skills required to
Individual and/or Group assignment (20%) prepare, analyse, and interpret financial statements.
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ACCT6002 CISS6013
International Accounting Middle East Conflict and Security
Credit points: 6 Session: Summer Late, Winter Main Classes: Intensive - Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Summer and Winter School sessions Assessment: Workshop activities (15%); Assessment: Essays (55%); policy brief (45%)
Seminar presentation (15%); Group assignment (20%); Final examination (50%)
Note: This unit of study is being run by the Discipline of International Business. The Middle East has been plagued for more than a century by a series
All enquiries should be directed to the Discipline of International Business of national, ethnic and religious conflicts, reflecting shifting regional
alliances, the unresolved legacy of the collapse of the Ottoman Empire
Many of the topics in an international accounting course have a
and the end of colonial rule. This unit examines the causes and
domestic counterpart. However, new factors and complications arise
manifestation of intra and inter-state state conflict in the region today
in the international arena. Some of these are (1) diversity of laws,
by starting with a theoretical framework for examining the process of
practices, customs, cultures, and competitive circumstances; and (2)
state-formation in the region and the particularities of the Middle East
risks associated with fluctuating exchange rates, differential rates of
as a region of developing states. The unit will focus first on some of
inflation, and unstable property rights. International accounting
the specific challenges to the state across the region (such as tribalism,
discusses issues from the perspective of companies that have
political Islam, and the "oil curse") before examining several inter-state
internationalised their finance and/or their operations. It has a
conflicts, with a view of considering the probability of the region
comparative aspect, comparing accounting across countries. It deals
becoming more peaceful in the foreseeable future.
with corporate reporting and disclosure across national boundaries.
It also deals with the harmonization of the worldwide diversity in CLAW5001
financial reporting, in particular, convergence around International Legal Environment of Business
Financial Reporting Standards. It discusses foreign currency Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes:
translation, a consolidations issue that arises from multinational Three hours of classes per week which may include one or more of the following:
operations. Finally, it aims to introduce the key issues relevant for lectures; seminars; tutorials or workshops (Summer session: Two three hour
undertaking cross-border analysis of financial statements. classes per week which may include one or more of the following: lectures;
seminars; tutorials or workshops) Assessment: Case analysis (20%), Tests
(20%), Final examination (60%)
BANK6003
Global Supervision of Bank Risks This unit examines the legal framework and regulatory systems within
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Three hours of seminars per which all businesses operate and introduces students to the legal
week Assessment: Mid-Semester Exam (30%), Group Project & Presentation implications of commercial conduct. The unit begins with an
(25%), Final Exam (45%)
introduction to the Australian legal system and then focuses on key
This course is aimed at students who wish to obtain a greater areas of substantive business law including contract law, torts (in
understanding of the central issues and principles underpinning recent particular negligence and torts involving unlawful interference with
developments in the global regulation and supervision of business), property, white collar crime, consumer law (in particular
banking/financial institutions. advertising regulation, product liability and unfair contracts), misleading
conduct and unconscionable conduct. The unit also provides an
CISS6003 overview of dispute resolution processes and different business
Business and Security structures.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1a Classes: Intensive: 6 days 9am - 5pm.
Refer to timetable for details Assessment: Essays (50%); PowerPoint briefing CLAW6007
(25%); Take home assignment (25%) Issues in Law and International Business
This unit examines the importance of security in business through week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; tutorials
assessing contemporary security challenges and what 'security' or workshops Assessment: Mid-semester examination (35%); Group case
comprises in a business context. Topics include: fraud and corruption, study (30%); Final examination (35%)
cybercrime, industrial espionage, corporate liability, business and
Globalisation enables successful businesses to tap into the
organised crime links, preparedness for terrorism, business continuity
international economy to find new and bigger markets for their goods
during infectious disease outbreaks, the international arms trade, and
and services. Entering the global marketplace also means greater
private military corporations. The unit includes management sessions
risk, as businesses deal with new customers, and are forced to operate
which focus on risk and crisis management, and planning for effective
in unfamiliar legal environments where the "normal" rules of business
security. Teaching and learning take place via a combination of
often don't apply. This unit is aimed at providing students with an
lectures, student-led seminars, case studies and crisis simulations.
understanding of how the global economy is regulated (if at all), and
CISS6007 to provide the tools needed to use international business law to
Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region minimise the risks of doing business in the global economy. Questions
Credit points: 6 Session: S2 Intensive, Winter Main Classes: intensive
the unit addresses include: What is international business law and
WINTER 6 days Assessment: PP brief (25%); Takehome exam (25%); essay what do I need to know?; What institutions ensure a level playing field
(50%) for my business?; How do I make an agreement to sell my goods to
Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions: foreign customers?; How do I protect those goods in transit?; How do
S2 Intensive. I ensure payment for goods and services I provide?; How do I build
The unit will begin by providing a conceptual framework for a presence in a foreign market through local agents and distributors?;
understanding the phenomenon of terrorism as a form of asymmetrical What considerations apply to entering and borrowing from foreign
warfare waged by political actors including an examination of the capital markets?; How can I safely do business online in the global
impact that the end of the Cold War has had on the rise of religiously virtual economy?; What if things go wrong?; and How do I fight foreign
inspired terrorism. In doing so, common misconceptions will be disputes by my rules and in my court?
challenged, highlighting the rationality that drives terrorist behaviour
ECMT5001
and strategies. With a focus on the Asia-Pacific region, the unit will
Principles of Econometrics
analyse terrorist organisational structures, including leadership,
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hr class
ideologies, motivations, capabilities, strategies, tactics and targets. per week plus a 1 hr non compulsory tutorial Assessment: Quizzes (10%);
Equipped with this knowledge, students will consider effective Group assignment (15%); Mid-Semester exam (20%); Final exam (55%)
counter-terrorism strategies, including practical considerations for
protecting critical functions of the state and private sector. The unit develops the basic principles of data description and analysis,
the idea of using the concept of probability to model data generation,
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and the statistical concepts of estimation and statistical inference, ECON5002

including hypothesis testing. It then develops these concepts and Macroeconomic Theory
techniques in the context of the linear regression model to show how Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes:
econometric models can be used to analyse data in a wide range of 1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Online quizzes (20%), mid semester
potential areas of application in economics, business and the social exam (30%), final exam (50%)
sciences. The unit combines theory and application. The emphasis This unit presumes no prior exposure to economics and aims, by the
is upon the interpretation of econometric estimation results and end of the unit, to bring a proficiency equivalent to that of students
requires software for hands-on experience. with an intermediate level macroeconomics unit in an Honours degree
ECOF5010 routinely used in several other units in the program. Macroeconomics
Academic and Professional Communication studies aggregate economic behaviour. The unit covers theories of
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr seminar the engines of long-run economic growth, of unemployment, of money,
per week Assessment: Reflective journal (20%); critical analysis (25%); poster
presentation (25%); peer review (10%); class participation (20%) inflation, the interest rate and the exchange rate, as well as
consumption, saving and investment behaviour. The unit also studies
This unit is a compulsory foundational unit of study in the Master of a number of applications of the theory and addresses contemporary
Commerce and related programs and must be taken in the first macroeconomic problems and policy.
semester of study. This unit equips students with knowledge and
communication competencies of immediate relevance to the academic ECON6008
culture of Australian universities as well as to professional employment International Money and Finance
in business-related fields. It involves intensive language practice in Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
academic and discipline-specific contexts, allowing students to develop Assessment: mid semester exams (30%), 1x essay (15%), Final Exam (55%)
an understanding of Socratic methods of questioning and arguing as
This unit covers the following topics: overview of the International
well as required language performances in academic and professional
Monetary System; foreign exchange markets, spot and future markets;
settings. A central element of content is linking theory to practice, with
swaps and options; arbitrage; covered and uncovered interest parity;
student experiences as the focal point. Weekly classes are oriented
exchange rate determination; forecasting exchange rate movements;
around a progressive series of learning activities which require
exchange rate intervention; and the role of central banks.
students to understand, analyze and produce spoken and written
texts. Students demonstrating a high level of proficiency in academic ECON6016
communication by means of a faculty-administered proficiency test Trade and Development
may be eligible for a waiver but all students must enrol in the unit in
the first instance. Assessment: 1x mid semester exam (20%), seminar paper & presentation
(20%), final exam (60%)
ECON5000
Economics for Commerce This unit is designed to highlight the relation between trade and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar development from an institutional and structural perspective, with
per week Assessment: On-line quizzes (20%), mid semester exam (40%), appropriate modifications of received general economic principles,
final exam (40%) theories and policies. It closely studies the integration process of
traditional segment of a developing society into its modern counterpart
This unit provides a one-semester introduction to microeconomic and
in countries selected from Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean,
macroeconomic analysis and its applications. The microeconomics
and the Pacific regions. It examines role of the state and international
part of the unit covers economic decision-making by individuals and
institutions (like the International Monetary Fund, World Bank, World
firms, the determination of quantities and prices of goods in different
Trade Organization), rationale for trade, planning and market
kinds of markets, and the application of game theory to business
mechanisms in developing economies, and also socio-cultural
decisions. The macroeconomics part of the unit covers topics in
preconditions and economic requirements for a market economy. It
open-economy macroeconomics with emphasis on the determination
focuses on a wide range of developmental problems and issues (such
of the aggregate level of economic activity, analysis of the
as foreign aid, debt, investment, technology transfer) from both national
macroeconomic effects of government policies, short-run economic
and international points of view.
stability (the rate of unemployment and inflation) and long-run
economic growth. ECON6024
Private Equity
ECON5001
Microeconomic Theory Assessment: Assignments (20%); Mid-semester exam (30%); Final exam
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: (50%)
1x 3 hr seminar per week Assessment: online quizzes (10%), mid semester
exam (35%), final exam (55%) As a source of private equity, venture capital (VC) plays a crucial role
in the development of new business ventures and the promotion of
innovation. Over the last twenty years, the VC industry has boomed.
with an intermediate level microeconomics unit in an Honours degree
strategic issues they face during the fundraising, investing and exit
program. Many economic principles developed in this unit are routinely
stages of the VC cycle. Topics covered include: the determinants and
types of VC fundraising, the organisational structure of VC firms and
how economic agents make choices in a variety of environments. The
how venture capitalists are compensated. Next, the VC firm's
investment decision is examined, as is its relationship with the investee
choice, of firm behaviour, and of strategic interaction among economic
company. The role of VC in the broader economy is also discussed.
agents. Equipped with these theories of decision making, students
Regarding the exit stage of the VC cycle, the design of exit strategies
can address a range of interesting and important questions. Examples
(e.g. initial public offerings) is analysed. Finally, we introduce some
are: What market strategy should a firm adopt with its competitors?
of the ethical issues which venture capitalists face.
How might one create a market to deal with externalities such as
pollution? What are the implications of different kinds of taxes? What
compensation scheme will provide the right incentives to work?
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ECOP6010 FINC6015
International Trade Regulation Global Trading
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Assessment: 1x1000wd essay (20%), 1x1500wd essay (30%), 1x1.5hr exam Assessment: mid-semester exam (30%); 2x group assignments (2x10%); final
(40%), participation (10%) exam (50%).
This unit aims to introduce students to competing perspectives on Global Trading is concerned with the processes which turn orders into
business regulation, then to familiarise students with the main elements trades in securities markets, and the forces which mould and effect
of governance and regulation as they affect international business both order flow and order execution. This unit of study is an
and, in particular, international trade. introduction to fundamental market design and structure ideas. The
increased worldwide emphasis on capital markets and stock
ECOP6015 exchanges have brought the market microstructure specialisation of
Global Employment and Migration financial economics into the limelight. Global Trading will provide
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Stuart Rosewarne Session: insights into how we with the help of securities market microstructure
Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Assessment: 1x250wd weekly can gain a better understanding of today's global financial markets;
diary digest (20%), 1x1500wd write up/presentation (30%), 1x3000wd essay
(50%)
to be able to make better financing and investment decisions, to
understand when, where and how to transact in financial instruments
This unit examines the evolution of international employment and how to make better use of the ever increasing flow of market
opportunities as a feature of the globalisation of economies. Different information. As we increase our intuitive familiarity with today's diverse
approaches to the analysis of labour markets provide conceptual financial markets we are able to develop successful trading strategies
frameworks for examining the changing character and structure of in different instruments and across many markets, today and in the
global employment and international migration. Case studies examine future.
the effects of state regulatory arrangements and international
institutions governing cross-border labour migration and cross-border GOVT6117
employment in multinational firms, including professionals, skilled and International Politics of Human Rights
unskilled workers. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Susan Banki Session: Semester
1 Classes: 1x2hr lecture/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week commencing week 2
ECOP6016 Assessment: 1x2500wd essay (45%), 2x1250wd seminar papers (40%), tutorial
participation (15%)
China in the World Economy
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Joseph Halevi Session: Semester This unit introduces students to the notion of human rights, outlines
1 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Assessment: 1x2500wd essay (30%), 1xteam international human rights enforcement mechanisms and the
oral presentation, 1x1500wd report (30%), 1x3hr exam (40%)
application of human rights standards globally. Throughout the course
This unit of study analyses the modern economic development of the we consider the evolution of human rights and consider questions
People's Republic of China (PRC) and its role in the international about the adequacy of existing human rights machinery. We examine
economic system, including the World Trade Organisation. It examines criticisms by a range of commentators of the UN and other international
the internal political economy of the PRC; the political economy of rights institutions and discuss alternatives for protecting international
transition; and China's transformation into a major centre of foreign human rights. We also look at the role played by Non-Government
direct investment and global exports. In the course students will learn Organisations in advancing and protecting human rights throughout
the differential impact of China's transformation on the USA, East Asia the world.
and Japan, and the European Union. The policy of free trade
agreements of China will also be studied. An understanding of these GOVT6123
issues is important for people concerned both with investment and Globalisation and Governance
trade with China and the global political economic implications of Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr John Mikler Session: Semester
2 Classes: 1x1hr lecture/week, 1x1hr tutorial/week Assessment: 1x2000wd
China's emerging market economy under socialism. research essay (40%), 3x500wd tutorial papers (30%), 1x2hr mid-semester test
(20%), tutorial participation (10%)
FINC5001
Capital Markets and Corporate Finance It is widely believed that we are entering a new era in which the
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar transborder flows of capital, goods, ideas, and people are rapidly
per week Assessment: Mid semester-test (20%); Major assignment (25%); transforming human society. 'Globalisation', many claim, threatens
Final examination (55%) the autonomy of nation-states and erodes the power of national
This unit provides an introduction to basic concepts in corporate governments to provide social protection and promote the nation's
finance and capital markets. It is designed to equip students to economic prosperity. This unit examines not only the causes and
undertake further studies in finance. After reviewing some very basic mechanisms of this process, but also assesses its social, economic,
ideas in finance and financial mathematics, the unit provides a and political impacts. The views of radicals, transformationalists,
thorough treatment of the valuation of equity, debt and companies. skeptics, and institutionalists are compared and criticised. While
The unit then examines issues related to pricing in capital markets globalisation is often viewed as a singular process, trending towards
and ends with a discussion of theory and practice related to capital a global society, this unit offers a distinctive approach. Globalisation
structure and dividend policy. has uneven and highly differentiated impacts, whether harmful or
beneficial, and this unevenness is closely associated with the nature
FINC6013 of institutions of governance, at both the domestic and international
International Business Finance levels.
Assessment: Intra-semester test 1 (15%); Intra-semester test 2 (15%); Group GOVT6125
project (20%); Final examination (50%) Politics of the World Economy
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x2 hr seminar/week
In our highly globalised and integrated world economy, understanding Assessment: 1x1000wd essay (20%), 1x3500wd essay (50%), 1x1.5hr test
vital international dimensions of financial management is becoming (20%), tutorial participation (10%)
increasingly essential for firms and businesses. This unit seeks to
provide a greater understanding of the fundamental concepts and the The objectives of this unit are to introduce students to the various
tools necessary for effective financial decision making by business approaches to the key institutions and processes in the areas of
enterprises, within such a global setting. production, trade, and finance at the global and regional levels. After
completing the unit, students should be able to analyse current
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international political-economic developments in their historical context IBUS5001

and form an informed opinion on contemporary issues. This unit Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
introduces students to the key theoretical approaches and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
contemporary issues in the discipline of international political economy per week Assessment: Individual assignment (30%); Group assignment (30%);
and the political structuring of the present global economy. The unit Final 2hr exam (40%)
focuses on how inter-state cooperation and competition mediated This unit focuses on the application of strategic thinking in key
through the main multilateral economic institutions (the WTO, BIS, business contexts with a particular focus on the global nature of
IMF and World Bank) both constrain and allow global market forces business. Specific attention is given to: (i) the identification and
to expand. This is a unit on international politics not international managing of new business opportunites both for entrepreneurial
economics. The unit's survey nature means that students are start-ups and for new ventures that emerge within a corporate setting;
introduced to numerous different issues from the spread of (ii) business model innovation as a basis for new ventures and
multinational production to offshore banking. business growth; (iii) the identification and managing of the specific
challenges and risks presented by operating in a global business
GOVT6136 environment.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Justin Hastings Session: Semester IBUS6001
1 Classes: 1x2hr lecture-seminar/week Assessment: 1x1000wd issue brief
(20%), 1x3000wd essay (50%), 1x2hr exam (30%)
International Business Strategy
This unit is organised around the upsurge in regional economic and 1x 2 hr lecture and 1x 1hr seminar per week Assessment: Written Project
security cooperation within East Asia and the more nebulous Asia (40%); Individual assignment I (30%); Individual assignment II (30%)
Pacific in the last 15 years. It also looks at academic efforts to define This unit analyses how multinational firms leverage their capabilities
East Asia and the Asia Pacific as regions. The first part of the unit and competencies to create competitive advantages in international
covers the domestic similarities in East Asia and what these mean for and global markets. Topics include assessing foreign market
East Asian and Asia-Pacific regionalism. The second part of the unit attractiveness; understanding the impact of differences in legal,
covers efforts to develop regional institutions like APEC and ASEAN cultural, political and economic regimes; evaluating international
and the role of these institutions in spurring regionalism. While the political and economic risk; building and operating global networks,
Asia Pacific and its sub-regions are the focus of the unit, both domestic including entry mode choice; understanding how managers design
and global economic and political forces are fully integrated into organisational architecture and implement internal control and incentive
discussions. The unit provides critical insights into the reasons for the mechanisms; and assessing the challenges of global citizenship,
upsurge in regional economic and security cooperation, its likely ethical behaviour and social responsibility for international business.
trajectory and how East Asia and the Asia-Pacific are defined. Problem-based learning, with case study workshops, is an integral
part of the program.
GOVT6147
Foundations of International Relations IBUS6002
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Charlotte Epstein (S1); Prof Colin Cross-Cultural Management
Wight (S2) Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week
Assessment: 2x2000wd essays (60%), 1x2hr exam (30%), tutorial participation Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes:
(10%) 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per week Assessment: Group assignment (5% and
25%); 3-4 x review quizzes (15%); Class participation (10%); Final exam (45%).
Why do states behave the way they do? Using a historical perspective,
An understanding of cultural differences and how to manage such
this unit explores the ways in which the different theories of
differences is critical to effective management in international and
international relations account for what shapes the international system
multi-cultural business environments. The aim of this unit of study is
- who are its main actors, what are its determining forces and
to provide conceptual frameworks and evidence from practice that
structures. It examines both how these theories have vied with one
will develop an understanding of the ways in which cultures differ,
another within inter-paradigm debates and how they developed in
how these differences can impact on management, and how cultural
relation to specific historical events. These theories include realism,
issues can limit organisational effectiveness. Major topics include the
idealism, neorealism, neoliberal institutionalism, Marxism, the English
significance of culture in international management, the meaning and
school, constructivism, poststructuralism, feminism, post-colonial
dimensions of culture, comparative international management and
approaches. While no prior study of international relations is required,
leadership styles, managing communication across cultures, ethics
a willingness to engage with theoretical thinking and grapple with
and social responsibility in global management, cross-cultural
complex questions of ontology and epistemology is essential.
negotiation and decision-making, forming and managing global teams,
and developing the international and global manager.
GOVT6331
International Public Management
IBUS6003
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 2 hours per week
Assessment: Seminar presentation; seminar paper; seminar participation; Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per
essay. week Assessment: Group workshops and case studies (40%); Major research
assignment (40%); Individual modules (20%)
This unit uses international literature to: provide an overview of the
This unit introduces students to the multi-level risk environments
most significant current international trends in public sector
encountered by multinational enterprise and the processes and
management; evaluate the merits of these developments through
strategies that can be employed to identify, assess, manage and
explicit comparison and past experience and best practice in Australian
mitigate risk. Topics that are covered include multinational enterprise
organizations; explore the applicability of specific techniques to the
and expropriation, sovereign risk and corruption, political and
local context; critically analyse the forces that have driven the global
regulatory risk, brand and corporate reputation risk management,
public management move (such as international agencies and private
managing anti-globalization protests and consumer boycotts, terrorism
corporate interests); and encourage students to master both general,
risk, and executive risk and risk management and a short introduction
system-wide developments as well as best practice specific to their
to financial risk and risk management. The unit will also introduce
areas of expertise.
students to the various analytical approaches involved in designing
risk identification systems, reporting and monitoring protocols, and
how risk is able to be assessed, prioritized and effectively managed.
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The unit will emphasize a problem case based approach to learning IBUS6007
using workshops and simulation exercises. International Business Special Project
IBUS6004 per week Assessment: Research proposal (20%); Critique (10%); Instructor
International Business Alliances updates (15%); Presentation (15%); Major research report (40%)
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hr lecture/seminar per Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
Presentation (10%); Alliance case (10%); Participation (15%); Mid term exam The special project in International Business provides students with
(20%); Final exam (25%) an opportunity to undertake a supervised research project on an
approved topic.
Collaboration to achieve competitive advantage is one of the most
commonly recommended cross border strategies. However, IBUS6008
international alliances can take many different forms, and they can Export Management
serve many different purposes. Managing international alliances raises Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: C. Welsh Session: Semester 2
a series of different issues for the alliance partners to manage. This Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per week Assessment: Individual learning
unit examines the issues raised and considers the reasons for success journal (70%); Final exam (30%)
Exporting is a key international business activity, especially for small
partnerships can take, it examines the methods for choosing among
and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This unit covers both the
potential partners, it examines the potential forms of collaboration and
theory and practice of export management. The main areas covered
the level of resources each may require. Managing the partnership
in the unit are: 1) preparing to export (export stimulation, export
for maximum advantage, avoiding possible risks, and deciding how
readiness and planning), 2) forming and maintaining relationships
and when to end the partnership, all are further issues that managers
with intermediaries (including legal considerations), 3) managing risks
must consider. The unit considers these questions in the framework
and export finance, 4) filling export orders. The unit therefore covers
of general theoretical approaches, and pays particular attention to
both the operational and strategic challenges associated with the
discussion of individual cases.
exporting process.
IBUS6005
IBUS6011
New Business Opportunities and Startups
from week 1 to week 13 Assessment: Group Project (30%); Final exam (30%); Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hr lecture/seminar per
Individual participation (10%); In class case-studies (15%); Reflective Journals week Assessment: Group Presentation (15%); Group Project (20%); Individual
(15%) Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%)
In order to succeed in international business, both corporations and For small open economies such as Australia's, opportunity
individuals need broad decision-making abilities. Business identification and exploitation are often critical to firms' long-term
decision-making tools yield more coherent and justifiable results when growth and survival. Identifying new markets, developing new products
used with an understanding of the ethical, social and environmental and implementing new business models are highly-regarded and
aspects of the process. This applies to various situations in the valuable skills for entrepreneurs and business managers alike. In
international business setting including business relations with addition to exploring the special problems (and advantages) associated
government, customers, employees, and NGOs. This unit is designed with entrepreneurial start-ups, the unit will explore commercialisation
to look at these non-financial elements in the decisions made within and corporate venturing. Topics include opportunity recognition,
the international business context. Following the completion of this structuring a business and investment proposal, venture capital and
unit, students will have enhanced skills and knowledge relevant to the other funding sources, market entry strategies as well as
understanding of ethical issues and ethical decisions making in entrepreneurial and creative leadership.
international business organisations.
IBUS6012
IBUS6006 Business Growth and Innovation
Comparative International Management Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr lecture/seminar per
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%)
Assessment: Group Project (35%); Evaluation of Group Members (5%);
Participation (10%); Mid-Semester Exam (20%); Final Exam (30%) The business landscape is changing, with increasingly global business
The triad regions, Japan, the United States, and the European Union, models and rapidly changing competitive environments buffeting
together are the homes of almost all of the world's largest 500 established businesses. Businesses that have 'survived' startup are
corporations. They account for a large majority of world exports. They immediately challenged to build sustainable business models that
provide most of the world's outward flows of foreign direct investment, continually leverage into new markets and products. This unit centres
and in addition they are the recipients of most of inward FDI flows. on business- and corporate-level strategy, focussing on the
However, they are very different, in firm structure, in regulatory development of skills and knowledge required to spark and cope with
environment, and in the relations between private firms and rapid business growth. Topics will include harnessing and leveraging
government agencies. Dealing with them as competitors, customers, resources and capabilities, creating ventures that are international in
suppliers, or partners requires international managers to be aware of scope, forming alliances, and mergers and acquisitions. This unit will
these differences and to vary their strategy accordingly. This unit also explore issues associated with avoiding the pitfalls of rapid growth.
compares the structure and operations of triad firms, and the ways
IBUS6013
that government agencies frame the operating environment in each
region. We look first at the ways firms in each region seek competitive
advantage, and how governments have supported them. We then Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per
look at a series of cases where firms have moved from their home Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%)
region into another, at the ways in which they have attempted to
transfer their competitive advantage, and at the reasons for their Entrepreneurial business opportunities do not always relate to
successes and failures. In addition to the specific knowledge of the early-stage or start-up businesses. Later-stage business investments,
habits and tendencies of Japanese, United States, and European whether buying existing businesses or turning around failing
firms, the techniques of analysis developed in this unit are applicable enterprises, are a significant and growing focus of entrepreneurial
to a wide range of competitive situations across the global economy. activity. This unit explores the process of acquiring and reinvigorating
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(leveraged buy-outs) or corporate funding. The focus is on opportunity is to help you feel more comfortable and confident with the negotiation
evaluation, business model innovation, management and revitalisation process. The course is designed to be relevant to the broad spectrum
rather than financial structuring. Students will have the opportunity to of negotiation problems that are faced by managers but we use specific
apply the functional skills learned in core strategy, finance, marketing, examples from international strategy such as M&A and joint ventures.
and management units to real opportunities. As well as being of The course will provide participants with an opportunity to develop
interest to those wishing to acquire and manage their own business, skills experientially and to understand negotiation in useful analytic
the unit is appropriate for those working in `big' business and the frameworks. Considerable emphasis will be placed on role-playing
financial markets. exercises and case studies.
IBUS6014 negotiations. Preparation for these negotiations, which are a large
Intellectual Property Management part of your grade, will require time-pressured reading of material in
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr class.
seminar/wk Assessment: Presentation (10%); Projects (30%); Individual Essay
(20%); Final Exam (40%)
INFS5001
Intellectual property (IP) represents the property of your mind, intellect, Project Management
and proprietary knowledge. There are a number of means Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Late Classes:
of protecting your IP, including patents, copyright and trade 1 x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Individual Assignment (40%);
Technique Assessment (15%); Final Exam (45%)
marks. Creating IP does not necessarily mean you own the rights to
use it, as most forms require you to take formal steps to register your Based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) this
IP and obtain the legal rights of ownership (both in Australia and unit will introduce you to the end to end project management lifecycle.
internationally). This unit of study will cover aspects including the You will learn how to select appropriate projects based on their
concept of IP, how to identify and protect it in a local and international alignment with an organisation's strategy and then how to manage
context, creating the conditions to encourage and leverage IP in a those projects successfully from initiation through execution to
commercial context, how to manage a portfolio of IP, and enforcement completion.You will learn the essential components of effective project
scenarios. The unit concentrates on how to utilise IP to create, management and how to apply them in an integrated manner. You
control and exchange value, with particular attention paid to will be exposed to both the technical and behavioural aspects of project
the practice of open innovation. management - including Microsoft Project - and will gain experience
in critically analysing the application of concepts in specific project
IBUS6016 contexts. As organisations increasingly structure their activities on a
Social Entrepreneurship project basis the unit will be of value to a range of discipline
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture per week and specialisations. The unit can also contribute to you achieving
1x 1hr reading and/or case per week for 12 weeks Assessment: Consulting
project (30%), in-class activities and quiz (10%), tutorial participation (15%),
internationally recognised accreditation from the Project Management
thought sheet (15%), final exam (30%) Institute (PMI).
Social entrepreneurs are committed to furthering a social mission MKTG5001

through enterprises that rank social, environmental or cultural impact Marketing Principles
on a par with, or even above, profit. Intersecting the business and Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr seminar
not-for profit worlds, social entrepreneurship addresses many complex per week Assessment: Case analysis presentation (10%), In-class discussion
local and global problems. This unit will critically introduce the concept (8%), Mid-term exam (20%), Team presentation (15%), Team marketing plan
(25%), Final exam (20%), Research participation (2%)
and develop frameworks for understanding social entrepreneurship
(also referred to as social enterprise and social innovation). Teaching This unit introduces students to the basic principles and language of
and learning will utilise case studies, and include the opportunity to marketing theory and practice. Marketing principles are examined in
apply real-world experiences. Topics will include creating innovative relation to a wide variety of products and services, in both commercial
social enterprises, sustainable business models, philanthropy and and non-commercial domains. A strong emphasis is placed on strategy
funding, impact assessment, and leadership. planning and the marketing decision process. Students learn via the
analysis of case studies drawn from the Asia-Pacific region, as well
IBUS6017 as the USA. The unit is presented in four sections. These are: (a)
Enterprise and the Creative Industries introduction to marketing and the marketing management process,
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture per week for (b) strategic issues in marketing - focusing on the preliminary analyses
12 weeks & 1x 1hr reading per week for 10 weeks. Assessment: Wiki entry &
edit (15%); 1x group project presentation (15%); 1x group project report (30%);
that are required before a marketing decision can be made, (c) the
individual participation (10%); & individual audio essay (30%) marketing mix - a detailed look at the components that make up a
marketing plan, and (d) marketing planning, implementation and control
The creative industries include architecture, design, film, television, processes. Students gain practical experience in analysing marketing
music, the performing arts, advertising, publishing and the visual arts. situations and developing a comprehensive marketing plan.
These industries are characterised by the presence of creative
individuals, large and powerful distributors (such as film studios) and MKTG6013
the leveraging of copyright. These industries are driven by imagination International and Global Marketing
and novelty, with creativity and innovation essential to business Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
success.This unit explores enterprise development in these industries, per week Assessment: Participation (20%), Midterm exam (25%), Final
and will be of use to those intending to work in these industries, as assignment written project (35%), Final assignment presentation (20%)
This unit introduces students to international marketing using the
marketing concept. It firstly considers environmental factors and then
IBUS6018
studies how marketing strategies are affected by those environmental
Business Negotiations
factors. It aims to give students an awareness and understanding of
Assessment: In-class exercises (30%); Mid Semester exam (20%);
international marketing concepts and highlight their importance in a
Self-Appraisal (20%); Group Project (30%) rapidly changing global economy. Additionally it aims to develop
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. student skills in designing and implementing marketing strategies in
diverse international and global contexts.
The purpose of this course is to help you understand the theory of
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TPTM5001 student. As such it is useful for students studying International

Logistics and Supply Chain Management Business/International Law who may wish to gain a strategic overview
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Semester 1, of the role of logistics in international trade and commerce.
further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (35%), group project TPTM6390
presentation and report (30%), final examination (35%)
Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects
Note: This is the foundation unit for all logistics management programs and
should be completed in the first period of study. Students with extensive practical Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Jersey Seipel Session: Semester 1
experience in the logistics industry may apply to substitute another unit for Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
TPTM5001.Please provide a CV and covering email outlining your experience Assessment: Individual essay (25%), group report and presentation (25%),
to Professor David Walters david.walters@sydney.edu.au. final examination (50%)
Logistics and supply chain management are foundation blocks of any Logistics in humanitarian aid projects has long been an overlooked
successful business. Unless an organisation can manage and factor in the efficient and effective delivery of help to victims of war,
coordinate the movement of materials, information and cash through natural disasters and epidemics. With increased media coverage and
its business, and those of partner organisations, it is unlikely to the rise of the "CNN-factor" of humanitarian assistance to countries
outperform its competitors. Furthermore organisations rarely compete such as Sudan, Congo, Haiti, Afghanistan and Iraq, professional
as fully integrated organisations; typically they are part of increasingly logistics and supply chain management for humanitarian aid missions
interdependent networks. The operational disciplines of the successful has taken a place in the spotlight and is more and more recognised
organisation are responsible for developing and managing its response as one of the core components of all successful relief efforts. Unstable
to market opportunities, and supply chain management is the key to security environments, long and fragile supply lines, time constraints
a successful response. This unit provides the foundation for and access restrictions often add to the pressure on logistics managers
understanding of these two important concepts for logistics and supply to deliver aid where it is most needed. This unit offers an introduction
chain management. It offers sound grounding in terms, concepts, into the complex and challenging world of logistics in humanitarian
techniques and principles that underlie logistics and supply chain aid projects by case-studies of real emergencies, group exercises
management, exploring both concepts and demonstrating how together and discussion of mission parameters based on experience from the
these contribute towards a strategically effective and operationally field.
efficient organisation. This is the foundation unit of study for all logistics
and supply chain management programs and majors. TPTM6440
International Freight Transportation
TPTM6130 Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Frederic Horst Session: Summer
Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further
Transport and Logistics Management details. Assessment: Take home examination (30%), individual paper (40%),
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester group assignment (30%)
1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) readiness assurance tests This unit seeks to give students an understanding of the dynamics of
(20%), in-class individual quizzes (6) (25%), team project with group report the express, air freight and shipping business. The course will discuss
underlying drivers of international trade flows and the demand for
This unit provides an essential set of skills for the management of the capacity in different freight transport modes, as well as industry
transport and logistics system for both the private and public sector structure, regulatory environment and market access. Building on this
and across all modes in the freight and passenger sectors. The unit background the course will highlight the implications for profitable air
provides an introduction to transport and logistics issues that benefit cargo and shipping operations. Particular focus will be given to fleet
from an understanding of key economic ideas. This unit does not and network planning, revenue and cost management. The material
require a previous background in economics. The unit is divided into covered in the course will take into account recent developments in
a number of modules: travel demand and choice; costing, performance global and regional economic activity and discuss implications for the
and benchmarking, strategic assessment of transport various sectors of the air and seafreight businesses.
distribution-related policy instruments; pricing and infrastructure and
freight systems management. Examples and case studies are drawn USSC6903
from the freight and passenger sectors as well as all modes of US Foreign and National Security Policy
transport. The specialised rigour will provide appropriate training for Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr David Smith Session: Semester
tackling other topics, in other units, in more detail beyond these three 2 Classes: 1x2-hr class/week Assessment: class participation (10%),
1x3000wd essay (45%) and 1x2hr exam (45%)
modules. The material is of especial relevance to majors in transport
Note: Previous study in US politics is required in order to complete this unit of
and logistics. study.
TPTM6260 This unit will examine US foreign and security policy formulation and
International Logistics implementation throughout the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok will consider US military policy, foreign economic policy, foreign energy
Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. and resource policy, policy on human rights and democracy overseas,
Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (25%), and US responses to the proliferation of WMD and trans-national
(10%), final examination (30%) terrorism.The unit will conclude by examining US foreign and defence
policy in the aftermath of 9/11, the Iraq War, and other contemporary
The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive security challenges facing the US.
arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market
and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to WORK5003
maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international Management and Organisations
operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour
strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Case Study(20%); Essay(40%); Final
inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design 2hr exam OR Critical Reflection(40%); Academic Honesty Module (0%)
and those associated with aspects of international transport, and This unit aims to introduce students to the nature and context of
location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in management. It explores the functions and processes of management
international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure, and encourages students to critically reflect on management theory
and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with and practice. It can be taken as a standalone unit for students enrolled
examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere. This unit in various specialist masters programs and also prepares students
does not assume any prior knowledge of logistics on the part of the
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for further study in strategic management, organisational analysis and the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
strategy and human resource management. Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
WORK6018 amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
International Industrial Relations and Plagiarism.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Winter Main Classes: 1 x 3 hour
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: essay (40%), group Course resolutions
seminar facilitation (20%), seminar particiapation and attendence (10%), in
class test (30%) 1 Course codes
This unit provides students with insights into the debate about the
effect of globalisation on employment relations by using comparative Code Course title
analysis to identify the range of factors that account for similarities FC038 Master of International Business
and difference in national patterns of industrial relations. The unit FF038 Graduate Diploma in International Business
FG010 Graduate Certificate in International Business
relations patterns in developed and developing market economies
these countries.
WORK6108
International Dimensions of HRM The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1a Classes: 39 hours in Intensive mode
over 7 days Assessment: Readiness Assurance Tests (30%); Team strategy
activities (20%); Critical reflective journal assignment (30%); Final strategy 3 Master's type
assessment (20%)
This unit considers the opportunities and challenges associated with master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
managing people in international and cross-cultural contexts, with
specific emphasis on international recruitment, selection, preparation, 4 Embedded courses in this sequence
placement, management development, performance management,
reward and remuneration. The unit considers the implications of (1) The embedded courses in this sequence are:
internationalisation and globalisation for human resource management (a) the Master of International Business
(HRM), the different levels of international business activity, the (b) the Graduate Diploma in International Business
difference between domestic and international HRM, the challenges (c) the Graduate Certificate in International Business
of cross-cultural management, models of cross-cultural management, (2) Providing candidates satisfy the admission requirements for
and specific international HR processes, including selection, each stage, a candidate may progress to the award of any
development, performance management, remuneration and
repatriation.The unit provides students with a practical understanding
of the issues and challenges associated with managing employees 5 Admission to candidature
in international, global and cross-cultural contexts.
WORK6119 on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
The Innovative Firm (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 39 hours in intensive mode certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
- 6 days Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%), presentations the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
(30%) and exam (40%) the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
The aim of this course is to examine long run changes in the
by the Faculty;
organisation and management of business enterprises. Against a (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
background of an introduction of business history, the major themes and
to be covered include business strategy, marketing, employment (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
relations, financing, governance and technology. While there is no
precise chronological period, the main concentration will be on the 6 Requirements for award
growth of large-scale corporations from the nineteenth century to the
present day. A major preoccupation of the course is to explore the (1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
factors that make an innovative firm. Some of these factors include out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: International
the nature of the market, the regulatory environment, new technology Business coursework programs.
and business leadership.The course will employ historical case studies (2) To qualify for the award of the Master of International
and a comparative methodology and will also evaluate the way in Business a candidate must complete 72 credit points,
including:
which firms are classified as innovative by business and corporate
(a) 24 credit points of foundational units of study; and
historians. (b) 24 credit points of International Business core units
of study; and
(c) 24 credit points of elective units of study.
Course rules and resolutions (3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in
International Business a candidate must complete 48 credit
points, including:
Master of International Business (a) 24 credit points of foundational units of study; and
(b) 24 credit points of core units of study in International
Graduate Diploma in International Business Business.
Graduate Certificate in International International Business a candidate must complete 24 credit
points, including:
Business (a) 12 credit points of foundational units of study; and
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable (b) 12 credit points of core units of study in International
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) Business.
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7 Course transfer
beyond this time.
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26. Postgraduate coursework programs: Master of International Business and Law
26. Postgraduate coursework programs: Master of

International Business and Law
This section outlines the International Business and Law postgraduate • TPTM6260 International Logistics
coursework programs offered by the Faculty of Economics and • TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation
Business. The available course is as follows: • WORK6018 International Industrial Relations
• WORK6108 International Dimensions of HRM
• WORK6119 The Innovative Firm
Master of International Business and Law • WORK6121 Founders of Enterprise *
Overview of the degree Units of study marked with an "*" are not offered for 2011.
Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation Note: Students may also select as electives any of the 'IBUS' units of
FC048 045783C MIntBus&L study listed under 'International Business core units of study' that have
not already been chosen as a core unit for this degree.
In an age of globalisation, issues relating to international business
and law are of great importance to managers and business Law core units of study
professionals around the world. The Master of International Business Students complete two compulsory Law units for this program as
and Law is a unique program that draws together the interdisciplinary follows:
strengths of the Faculty of Economics and Business and the Sydney • LAWS6059 International Business Law
Law School. • LAWS6252 Legal Reasoning and the Common Law System *
Units of study offered in this course are accessible to students without * All students without a common law background must enrol in
legal or business backgrounds, making it an ideal entry path for those LAWS6252 in their first semester of enrolment. This unit is the
seeking to broaden their career into fields such as international trade prerequisite for all elective 'LAWS' units of study in this program.
and taxation law. Students therefore MUST have completed this unit prior to undertaking
other 'LAWS' units of study.
Please Note: In order to develop an understanding of what is involved
in studying law and the standards that the Sydney Law School expects
48 1 year full-time from its students, all international students are required to attend a
2 years part-time compulsory one-week bridging program prior to the official semester
commencement. For further details, including intensive session
Degree structure and progression offering, contact the Sydney Law School (sydney.edu.au/law)
Degree requirments Elective Law units of study

To be awarded the Master of International Business and Law, students Students complete 12 credit points worth of units selected from the
complete eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising: following options:
• two international business core units of study (12 credit points) • LAWS6001 Chinese Laws and the Chinese Legal System (12
• two international business elective units of study (12 credit points) credit points)
• two law core units of study (12 credit points) • LAWS6037 International Import/Export Law
• 12 credit points (up to two units) in elective law units of study. • LAWS6060 International Commercial Arbitration
• LAWS6063 World Trade Organization Law I
International Business core units of study • LAWS6091 Chinese International Taxation
Students complete two units (12 credit points) selected from the • LAWS6109 UK International Taxation
following options: • LAWS6123 Transfer Pricing in International Tax
• LAWS6128 Comparative International Taxation
• IBUS6001 International Business Strategy • LAWS6153 Comparative Corporate Taxation
• IBUS6002 Cross-Cultural Management • LAWS6170 Comparative Income Taxation
• IBUS6003 Managing International Risk • LAWS6177 Tax Treaties
• IBUS6004 International Business Alliances • LAWS6207 The Legal System of the European Union
• LAWS6209 Australian International Taxation
International Business elective units of study • LAWS6222 Comparative Corporate Governance
Students complete two units (12 credit points) selected from the • LAWS6243 International Law
following options: • LAWS6261 International Protection of Intellectual Property
• LAWS6814 Comparative Value Added Tax
• CISS6003 Business and Security • LAWS6820 Trade, Investment and the Environment
• CISS6007 Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region • LAWS6824 Commercial Conflict of Laws
• CISS6013 Middle East Conflict and Security • LAWS6844 US Corporate Law
• IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business • LAWS6849 Commercial Maritime Law
• IBUS6005 Ethical International Business Decisions • LAWS6852 Doing Business in China
• IBUS6006 Comparative International Management • LAWS6879 Japanese Law
• IBUS6007 International Business Special Project • LAWS6891 GST – International Issues
• IBUS6008 Export Management • LAWS6901 Japanese Law and the Economy
• IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities and Startups • LAWS6905 Aspects of European Union Commercial Law
• IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation • LAWS6906 Comparative Taxation of Financial Transactions
• IBUS6013 Business Restructuring and Renewal • LAWS6911 International Derivatives Law and Practice
• IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management • LAWS6916 International Investment Law
• TPTM6130 Transport and Logistics Management • LAWS6928 Law, Justice and Development

• LAWS6932 Law and Investment in Asia Units of study for the Master of International
• LAWS6933 Global Oil and Gas Contracts and Issues Business and Law
• LAWS6936 Carbon Trading, Derivatives and Taxation
• LAWS6944 Manipulation and Abuse in Global Securities Markets General information relating to unit of study offerings
• LAWS6945 Doing Business in Emerging Markets
• LAWS6946 Tax Treaties Special Issues The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the
• LAWS6948 Private International Law time of printing of this handbook.
• LAWS6955 Key Legal Concepts in Finance Law
• LAWS6965 Tax Avoidance and Anti-Avoidance The Faculty of Economics and Business website
• LAWS6972 International Securities Regulation (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up to date
• LAWS6975 Islamic Trade and Finance Law information on unit of study availability or other requirements.
• LAWS6977 Law of International Institutions Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website
• LAWS6982 Law of Economic Integration in the EU ( sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units
• LAWS6987 Introduction to Commercial Law of study are run subject to demand.
Progression guide Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive
student enrolled in the Master of International Business and Law on mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
a full-time basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points) per
semester. Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions
Note:In this example, 'IB' refers to International Business units of study Session code Description of how the unit will
be offered
and ‘LAW’ units from the Law School and 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
'Semester'. 1a (7) the unit of study will run intensively in
Year Sem Units of study 1b (8) the unit of study will run intensively in
1 1 IB core IB elective IB elective LAWS6252 2a (9) the unit of study will run intensively in
Legal Reasoning the first half of Semester 2
and the Common
Law System* 2b (10) the unit of study will run intensively in
2 IB core LAWS LAWS LAWS6059
elective elective International S1 Intensive (6) the unit of study will run intensively in
Business Law Semester 1 (non-standard start/end
dates)
* The unit LAWS6252 is offered as an intensive block mode during S1 Late Intensive: S1 Late Int (61), the unit of study will run intensively in
the first week of each semester. S1 Late IntA (63), S1 Late IntB (64) Semester 1 (non-standard late
and S1 Late IntC (65) start/end dates)
Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the S2 Intensive (5) the unit of study will run intensively in
Semester 2 (non-standard dates)
S2 Intensive: S1 Late Int (51), S1 the unit of study will run intensively in
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course Late Ib (52), S1 Late IntA (53) and S1 Semester 2 (non-standard late
in different sequences to that which is listed above (including enrolling Late IntB (54) start/end dates)
in units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
Students are advised to plan their course based upon their individual Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
Late (44) session
needs and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they
need any assistance in planning their progression in their degree. Winter School: Winter Main (11) the unit of study will be offered
session
The units of study available for 2011 for this program is detailed under:
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of International

Business and Law
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Master of International
Business and Law
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1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of International Business and Law

points
Core units of study
For the award of the degree, 12 credit points in international business core units must be completed.
Summer Late
Summer Main
Law
For the award of the degree, 12 credit points in law core units must be completed.
LAWS6059 6 A LAWS6252 or law degree from a common or civil law jurisdiction S1 Intensive
International Business Law Compulsory for MIntBus&L students Semester 2
LAWS6252 6 N LAWS6881 Int Sept
Legal Reasoning & the Common Law International students who are required to enrol in this unit must undertake classes during the S1 Late IntA
System first week of their study. Health Law and Public Health students should enrol in LAWS6881 S1 Late IntB
Introduction to Law for Health Professionals in lieu of LAWS6252, if available. S2 Late IntA
For the award of the degree, 12 credit points in international business elective units must be completed.
Business
Decisions
Management
Export Management
Startups
The Innovative Firm
Law
For the award of the degree, a minimum of 12 credit points in law elective units must be completed.
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points
LAWS6001 12 A LAWS6252 or law degree from a common or civil law jurisdiction S2 Late Ib
Chinese Laws and Chinese Legal N LAWS6857, LAWS3014 and students who have completed a law degree in the People's
Systems Republic of China
Students must register their attendance before enrolling. To register, please visit the Shanghai
Winter School website http://sydney.edu.au/law/cstudent/shanghai/ Registration enquiries
law.caplus@sydney.edu.au Enrolment enquiries law.postgraduate@sydney.edu.au
LAWS6037 6 This unit replaced LAWS6037 Customs Law Semester 1
International Import/Export Laws
LAWS6060 6 Semester 2
International Commercial Arbitration
LAWS6063 6 A limited knowledge of law of treaties S1 Late IntB
World Trade Organization Law I N LAWS6924
This unit replaced LAWS6063 International Trade Regulation
LAWS6091 6 S2 Intensive
Chinese International Taxation
LAWS6109 6 A Students who are not working in the tax area and have not taken an S1 Late Int
UK International Taxation undergraduate/postgraduate income tax unit in Australia in the past five years must undertake
LAWS6128 or LAWS6825 before enrolling in this unit. If in doubt, please consult the Taxation
Program Coordinator.
LAWS6123 6 A Students who are not working in the tax area and have not taken an Int Sept
Transfer Pricing in International Tax undergraduate/postgraduate income tax unit in Australia in the past five years must undertake
LAWS6128 6 compulsory for MIntTax students S1 Late IntA
Comparative International Taxation
LAWS6153 6 A Students who are not working in the tax area and have not taken an S2 Late IntB
Comparative Corporate Taxation undergraduate/postgraduate income tax unit in Australia in the past five years must undertake
LAWS6170 6 A Students who are not working in the tax area and have not taken an S2 Late IntA
Comparative Income Taxation undergraduate/postgraduate income tax unit in Australia in the past five years must undertake
LAWS6177 6 A Students who are not working in the tax area and have not taken an S1 Late IntB
Tax Treaties undergraduate/postgraduate income tax unit in Australia in the past five years must undertake
LAWS6128 before enrolling in this unit. If in doubt, please consult the Taxation Program
Coordinator.
LAWS6207 6 N LAWS6819 Int July
The Legal System of the European Note: Department permission required for enrolment
Union
LAWS6209 6 A Students who are not working in the tax area and have not taken an Semester 1
Australian International Taxation undergraduate/postgraduate income tax unit in Australia in the past five years must undertake
LAWS6222 6 S1 Late Int
Comparative Corporate Governance
LAWS6243 6 Compulsory for MIL and GradDipIntLaw students who have not completed any previous study S1 Intensive
International Law I in international law and pre-requisite for other law units. This unit replaced LAWS6243 Public Semester 2
International Law.
LAWS6261 6 S1 Late IntB
Int Protection of Intellectual Property
Comparative Value Added Tax
LAWS6820 6 N LAWS6173 Int Sept
Trade, Investment and the
Environment
LAWS6824 6 A undergraduate law degree Int July
Commercial Conflict of Laws N LAWS6884
This unit replaced LAWS6824 Transnational Commercial Litigation and has a restricted class
size.
LAWS6844 6 A LAWS6810 or background in Australian corporate law S1 Late IntB
US Corporate Law
LAWS6849 6 N LAWS6137 Semester 2
Commercial Maritime Law
LAWS6852 6 A LAWS6252 or law degree from a common or civil law jurisdiction S2 Intensive
Doing Business in China
LAWS6879 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Int February
Japanese Law For further information, please visit http://sydney.edu.au/law/caplus/ or contact
law.caplus@sydney.edu.au
LAWS6891 6 A This unit complements and further develops the understanding of international issues relating S2 Late IntB
GST - International Issues to GST, developed in either LAWS6214 or LAWS6814
P LAWS6214 or LAWS6814
LAWS6901 6 A undergraduate degree in law, business or Japanese studies Int February
Japanese Law and the Economy Note: Department permission required for enrolment
For further information, please visit http://sydney.edu.au/law/caplus/ or contact
law.caplus@sydney.edu.au
LAWS6905 6 Int July
Aspects of European Union
Commercial Law
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points
Comparative Tax of Financial
Transaction
LAWS6911 6 A LAWS6252 or law degree from a common law jurisdiction and LAWS6810 or equivalent unit S1 Intensive
International Derivatives Law & or comparable experience in practice
Practice
International Investment Law
LAWS6928 6 This unit replaced LAWS6928 Law & Economic Development S2 Late IntB
Law, Justice and Development
LAWS6932 6 S1 Late IntC
Law and Investment in Asia
LAWS6933 6 This unit replaced LAWS6933 International Petroleum Transactions S1 Late IntC
Global Oil and Gas Contracts and
Issues
Carbon Trading, Derivatives and
Taxation
LAWS6944 6 S2 Late IntA
Manipulation & Abuse: Global Secur
Mkts
LAWS6945 6 S1 Late IntC
Doing Business in Emerging Markets
LAWS6946 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions: S1 Late Int S1 Late Int
Tax Treaties Special Issues Semester 2
LAWS6948 6 N LAWS3015, LAWS3457 S1 Late IntB
Private International Law
LAWS6955 6 A undergraduate law degree, completed legal studies as part of a business or commerce S2 Intensive
Key Legal Concepts in Finance Law degree or LAWS6252 Legal Reasoning and the Common Law System Semester 1
LAWS6965 6 A Students who are not working in the tax area and have not taken an S1 Late IntC
Tax Avoidance and Anti-Avoidance undergraduate/postgraduate income tax unit in Australia in the past five years must undertake
LAWS6825 before enrolling in this unit. If in doubt, please consult the Taxation Program
Coordinator.
LAWS6972 6 Int November
International Securities Regulation
Islamic Trade and Finance Law
LAWS6977 6 A LAWS6243 International Law I or equivalent unit in public international law Int February
Law of International Institutions N GOVT6116
LAWS6982 6 A basic understanding of EU Law S1 Intensive
Law of Economic Integration in the
EU
Introduction to Commercial Law
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Master of International Business and Law


comprises in a business context. Topics include: fraud and corruption,
CISS6003 cybercrime, industrial espionage, corporate liability, business and
Business and Security organised crime links, preparedness for terrorism, business continuity
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1a Classes: Intensive: 6 days 9am - 5pm. during infectious disease outbreaks, the international arms trade, and
Refer to timetable for details Assessment: Essays (50%); PowerPoint briefing private military corporations. The unit includes management sessions
(25%); Take home assignment (25%)
which focus on risk and crisis management, and planning for effective
This unit examines the importance of security in business through security. Teaching and learning take place via a combination of
assessing contemporary security challenges and what 'security' lectures, student-led seminars, case studies and crisis simulations.
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CISS6007 IBUS6002
Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region Cross-Cultural Management
Credit points: 6 Session: S2 Intensive, Winter Main Classes: intensive Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes:
WINTER 6 days Assessment: PP brief (25%); Takehome exam (25%); essay 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per week Assessment: Group assignment (5% and
(50%) 25%); 3-4 x review quizzes (15%); Class participation (10%); Final exam (45%).
Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions:
S2 Intensive. An understanding of cultural differences and how to manage such
differences is critical to effective management in international and
The unit will begin by providing a conceptual framework for multi-cultural business environments. The aim of this unit of study is
understanding the phenomenon of terrorism as a form of asymmetrical to provide conceptual frameworks and evidence from practice that
warfare waged by political actors including an examination of the will develop an understanding of the ways in which cultures differ,
impact that the end of the Cold War has had on the rise of religiously how these differences can impact on management, and how cultural
inspired terrorism. In doing so, common misconceptions will be issues can limit organisational effectiveness. Major topics include the
challenged, highlighting the rationality that drives terrorist behaviour significance of culture in international management, the meaning and
and strategies. With a focus on the Asia-Pacific region, the unit will dimensions of culture, comparative international management and
analyse terrorist organisational structures, including leadership, leadership styles, managing communication across cultures, ethics
ideologies, motivations, capabilities, strategies, tactics and targets. and social responsibility in global management, cross-cultural
Equipped with this knowledge, students will consider effective negotiation and decision-making, forming and managing global teams,
counter-terrorism strategies, including practical considerations for and developing the international and global manager.
protecting critical functions of the state and private sector.
IBUS6003
CISS6013 Managing International Risk
Middle East Conflict and Security Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week week Assessment: Group workshops and case studies (40%); Major research
Assessment: Essays (55%); policy brief (45%) assignment (40%); Individual modules (20%)
The Middle East has been plagued for more than a century by a series This unit introduces students to the multi-level risk environments
of national, ethnic and religious conflicts, reflecting shifting regional encountered by multinational enterprise and the processes and
alliances, the unresolved legacy of the collapse of the Ottoman Empire strategies that can be employed to identify, assess, manage and
and the end of colonial rule. This unit examines the causes and mitigate risk. Topics that are covered include multinational enterprise
manifestation of intra and inter-state state conflict in the region today and expropriation, sovereign risk and corruption, political and
by starting with a theoretical framework for examining the process of regulatory risk, brand and corporate reputation risk management,
state-formation in the region and the particularities of the Middle East managing anti-globalization protests and consumer boycotts, terrorism
as a region of developing states. The unit will focus first on some of risk, and executive risk and risk management and a short introduction
the specific challenges to the state across the region (such as tribalism, to financial risk and risk management. The unit will also introduce
political Islam, and the "oil curse") before examining several inter-state students to the various analytical approaches involved in designing
conflicts, with a view of considering the probability of the region risk identification systems, reporting and monitoring protocols, and
becoming more peaceful in the foreseeable future. how risk is able to be assessed, prioritized and effectively managed.
The unit will emphasize a problem case based approach to learning
IBUS5001 using workshops and simulation exercises.
Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar IBUS6004
per week Assessment: Individual assignment (30%); Group assignment (30%); International Business Alliances
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hr lecture/seminar per
This unit focuses on the application of strategic thinking in key Presentation (10%); Alliance case (10%); Participation (15%); Mid term exam
business contexts with a particular focus on the global nature of (20%); Final exam (25%)
business. Specific attention is given to: (i) the identification and
managing of new business opportunites both for entrepreneurial Collaboration to achieve competitive advantage is one of the most
start-ups and for new ventures that emerge within a corporate setting; commonly recommended cross border strategies. However,
(ii) business model innovation as a basis for new ventures and international alliances can take many different forms, and they can
business growth; (iii) the identification and managing of the specific serve many different purposes. Managing international alliances raises
challenges and risks presented by operating in a global business a series of different issues for the alliance partners to manage. This
environment. unit examines the issues raised and considers the reasons for success
IBUS6001 partnerships can take, it examines the methods for choosing among
International Business Strategy potential partners, it examines the potential forms of collaboration and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Late Classes: the level of resources each may require. Managing the partnership
1x 2 hr lecture and 1x 1hr seminar per week Assessment: Written Project for maximum advantage, avoiding possible risks, and deciding how
(40%); Individual assignment I (30%); Individual assignment II (30%) and when to end the partnership, all are further issues that managers
This unit analyses how multinational firms leverage their capabilities must consider. The unit considers these questions in the framework
and competencies to create competitive advantages in international of general theoretical approaches, and pays particular attention to
and global markets. Topics include assessing foreign market discussion of individual cases.
attractiveness; understanding the impact of differences in legal,
IBUS6005
cultural, political and economic regimes; evaluating international
political and economic risk; building and operating global networks,
including entry mode choice; understanding how managers design from week 1 to week 13 Assessment: Group Project (30%); Final exam (30%);
organisational architecture and implement internal control and incentive Individual participation (10%); In class case-studies (15%); Reflective Journals
mechanisms; and assessing the challenges of global citizenship, (15%)
ethical behaviour and social responsibility for international business.
In order to succeed in international business, both corporations and
Problem-based learning, with case study workshops, is an integral
individuals need broad decision-making abilities. Business
part of the program.
decision-making tools yield more coherent and justifiable results when
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used with an understanding of the ethical, social and environmental and implementing new business models are highly-regarded and
aspects of the process. This applies to various situations in the valuable skills for entrepreneurs and business managers alike. In
international business setting including business relations with addition to exploring the special problems (and advantages) associated
government, customers, employees, and NGOs. This unit is designed with entrepreneurial start-ups, the unit will explore commercialisation
to look at these non-financial elements in the decisions made within and corporate venturing. Topics include opportunity recognition,
the international business context. Following the completion of this structuring a business and investment proposal, venture capital and
unit, students will have enhanced skills and knowledge relevant to the other funding sources, market entry strategies as well as
understanding of ethical issues and ethical decisions making in entrepreneurial and creative leadership.
international business organisations.
IBUS6012
IBUS6006 Business Growth and Innovation
Comparative International Management Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr lecture/seminar per
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr class per week week Assessment: Group Presentation (15%); Group Project (20%); Individual
Assessment: Group Project (35%); Evaluation of Group Members (5%); Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%)
Participation (10%); Mid-Semester Exam (20%); Final Exam (30%)
The triad regions, Japan, the United States, and the European Union, models and rapidly changing competitive environments buffeting
together are the homes of almost all of the world's largest 500 established businesses. Businesses that have 'survived' startup are
corporations. They account for a large majority of world exports. They immediately challenged to build sustainable business models that
provide most of the world's outward flows of foreign direct investment, continually leverage into new markets and products. This unit centres
and in addition they are the recipients of most of inward FDI flows. on business- and corporate-level strategy, focussing on the
However, they are very different, in firm structure, in regulatory development of skills and knowledge required to spark and cope with
environment, and in the relations between private firms and rapid business growth. Topics will include harnessing and leveraging
government agencies. Dealing with them as competitors, customers, resources and capabilities, creating ventures that are international in
suppliers, or partners requires international managers to be aware of scope, forming alliances, and mergers and acquisitions. This unit will
these differences and to vary their strategy accordingly. This unit also explore issues associated with avoiding the pitfalls of rapid growth.
compares the structure and operations of triad firms, and the ways
that government agencies frame the operating environment in each IBUS6013
region. We look first at the ways firms in each region seek competitive Business Restructuring and Renewal
advantage, and how governments have supported them. We then Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per
look at a series of cases where firms have moved from their home week Assessment: Group Presentation (15%); Group Project (20%); Individual
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%)
region into another, at the ways in which they have attempted to
transfer their competitive advantage, and at the reasons for their Entrepreneurial business opportunities do not always relate to
successes and failures. In addition to the specific knowledge of the early-stage or start-up businesses. Later-stage business investments,
habits and tendencies of Japanese, United States, and European whether buying existing businesses or turning around failing
firms, the techniques of analysis developed in this unit are applicable enterprises, are a significant and growing focus of entrepreneurial
to a wide range of competitive situations across the global economy. activity. This unit explores the process of acquiring and reinvigorating
IBUS6007 (leveraged buy-outs) or corporate funding. The focus is on opportunity
International Business Special Project evaluation, business model innovation, management and revitalisation
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr seminar rather than financial structuring. Students will have the opportunity to
per week Assessment: Research proposal (20%); Critique (10%); Instructor
updates (15%); Presentation (15%); Major research report (40%)
apply the functional skills learned in core strategy, finance, marketing,
and management units to real opportunities. As well as being of
interest to those wishing to acquire and manage their own business,
The special project in International Business provides students with the unit is appropriate for those working in `big' business and the
an opportunity to undertake a supervised research project on an financial markets.
approved topic.
IBUS6014
IBUS6008 Intellectual Property Management
Export Management Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 2hr lecture and 1x 1hr
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: C. Welsh Session: Semester 2 seminar/wk Assessment: Presentation (10%); Projects (30%); Individual Essay
Classes: 1x 3hr lecture/seminar per week Assessment: Individual learning (20%); Final Exam (40%)
journal (70%); Final exam (30%)
Intellectual property (IP) represents the property of your mind, intellect,
Exporting is a key international business activity, especially for small and proprietary knowledge. There are a number of means
and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This unit covers both the of protecting your IP, including patents, copyright and trade
theory and practice of export management. The main areas covered marks. Creating IP does not necessarily mean you own the rights to
in the unit are: 1) preparing to export (export stimulation, export use it, as most forms require you to take formal steps to register your
readiness and planning), 2) forming and maintaining relationships IP and obtain the legal rights of ownership (both in Australia and
with intermediaries (including legal considerations), 3) managing risks internationally). This unit of study will cover aspects including the
and export finance, 4) filling export orders. The unit therefore covers concept of IP, how to identify and protect it in a local and international
both the operational and strategic challenges associated with the context, creating the conditions to encourage and leverage IP in a
exporting process. commercial context, how to manage a portfolio of IP, and enforcement
scenarios. The unit concentrates on how to utilise IP to create,
IBUS6011 control and exchange value, with particular attention paid to
New Business Opportunities and Startups the practice of open innovation.
week Assessment: Group Presentation (15%); Group Project (20%); Individual IBUS6018
Assignment (30%); Final Exam (35%) Business Negotiations
For small open economies such as Australia's, opportunity Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3 hour seminar per week
Assessment: In-class exercises (30%); Mid Semester exam (20%);
identification and exploitation are often critical to firms' long-term Self-Appraisal (20%); Group Project (30%)
growth and survival. Identifying new markets, developing new products Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
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The purpose of this course is to help you understand the theory of LAWS6059
negotiation as it is practiced in a variety of strategic settings. The aim International Business Law
is to help you feel more comfortable and confident with the negotiation Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Vivienne Bath (S6) and
process. The course is designed to be relevant to the broad spectrum TBA (S2) Session: S1 Intensive, Semester 2 Classes: S6: Mar 11, 12 & 25,
of negotiation problems that are faced by managers but we use specific 26 (9-5) and S2: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: 1x3500wd assignment (50%),
1x2hr20min exam (50%)
examples from international strategy such as M&A and joint ventures.
Note: Compulsory for MIntBus&L students
The course will provide participants with an opportunity to develop
skills experientially and to understand negotiation in useful analytic The objective of this unit is to provide students with an introduction to
frameworks. Considerable emphasis will be placed on role-playing a number of areas of international business law and to provide an
exercises and case studies. opportunity to study some of those areas in more detail. The unit
Note: this unit will require your participation in a number of begins with an overview of the scope of the law relating to international
negotiations. Preparation for these negotiations, which are a large transactions. The core topics are international sale of goods, carriage
part of your grade, will require time-pressured reading of material in of goods, international payments and financing of international sales
class. and methods of doing business in foreign markets, including through
agents and distributors and international licensing transactions. Other
LAWS6001 topics may vary from year to year and may include an introduction to
Chinese Laws and Chinese Legal Systems international tax, elementary customs law and international dispute
Credit points: 12 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Vivienne Bath settlement.
(Coordinator) Session: S2 Late Ib Classes: Winter School in Shanghai, China, Textbooks
Nov-Dec Assessment: 1xtake-home exam to be completed in Shanghai (30%),
Robin Burnett, Law of International Business Transactions (The Federation
1x8000wd essay (70%) due in February
Press, 2004, 3rd ed)
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Students must
register their attendance before enrolling. To register, please visit the Shanghai
Winter School website http://sydney.edu.au/law/cstudent/shanghai/ Registration
LAWS6060
enquiries law.caplus@sydney.edu.au Enrolment enquiries International Commercial Arbitration
law.postgraduate@sydney.edu.au Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Chester Brown, Adj Prof
Max Bonnell Session: Semester 2 Classes: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment:
This unit will provide students with an overall picture of the modern 1xtake-home exam (40%), 1x5000wd research essay (60%)
Chinese legal system. It will develop a perception of its unique
character by tracing its role through major social epochs and the role This unit introduces students to the preferred method of resolving
of law in a socialist market economy. It will examine the concept of international commercial disputes. It has two primary aims, being to
law as a political function and the implementation of law, not so much outline key principles in the law of international commercial arbitration,
through courts, as through administrative fiats and authority, making and also to discuss a range of cutting-edge legal issues raised in
law essentially a function of politics and administration. The unit will international commercial arbitration, to nurture a sophisticated
illustrate these perceptions through the study of various legal regimes. understanding of the historical development, and likely future path, of
Lecture topics may include: Chinese legal history; Chinese legal ICA systems in relation to other forms of dispute resolution in
system; criminal law and procedure; constitutional law; civil law and trans-border contexts. Related, secondary aims are to develop an
procedure; legal profession; environmental law; contract law; property ability to discuss or argue arbitration law issues with colleagues, and
law; company law; intellectual property law; foreign joint ventures; to gain familiarity with key reference materials, expertise in conducting
arbitration and mediation; foreign trade law and taxation law. The independent research, and skills in effective legal writing in this field.
coursework component of the unit is residential and is conducted on The unit considers how international commercial arbitration relates to
the campus of the East China University of Politics & Law in Shanghai, litigation and ADR, surveys some of the most important transnational
People's Republic of China. Lectures will be given in English in and Australian "legislative" instruments, and introduces major trends.
Shanghai by professors from the East China University of Politics & It goes on to consider in detail specific issues including the arbitration
Law. There will also be a visit to a Chinese law firm. agreement; the constitution of the arbitral tribunal; applicable law
issues, including consideration of the law governing the arbitration,
LAWS6037 the role of the seat, and the role of national courts; procedure in
International Import/Export Laws international arbitration; the jurisdiction of the arbitral tribunal; the role
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Adj Prof Alan Bennett Session: of arbitral institutions; the arbitral award and challenges to the award;
Semester 1 Classes: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: class work (40%), and recognition and enforcement of the award.
1xassignment (60%)
Note: This unit replaced LAWS6037 Customs Law LAWS6063
World Trade Organization Law I
The unit is a comparative study of international customs law and
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Brett Williams Session: S1 Late
administrations and is based on examining some of the practical IntB Classes: S64: Mar 28-31 & Apr 1 (9.15-4.45) Assessment:
difficulties associated with the implementation of new customs laws 1x3000-3500wd essay on a set topic (40%), 1xexam (60%)
in various jurisdictions. The Kyoto convention, which sets out the Note: This unit replaced LAWS6063 International Trade Regulation
minimum requirements of any new customs law, is examined in some
detail focusing in particular on: customs control; customs declarations; This unit is an introduction to the law of the World Trade Organization
administrative penalties; customs securities; transparency and customs (WTO) and to the context of economics and politics within which the
rulings; risk management initiatives etc. The unit also examines the law operates. Students may wish to continue on to take LAWS6249
international customs harmonised tariff illustrating the structure, notes World Trade Organization Law II which builds upon the knowledge
and in particular, the rules for interpretation of the tariff. The WTO gained in this unit and considers some additional topics of WTO law.
customs valuation methodologies are also studied (from Article VII of The introductory unit considers economic and political arguments for
the GATT) with particular emphasis given to the transaction value and against protection based on some basic economics of trade and
method of customs valuation. The treatment of management fees, of public choice. The unit presents an overview of the history of the
royalties, commissions, production assist costs, research and General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and the creation of
development expenditure and other difficult areas are also reviewed. the Agreement Establishing the WTO ending with a review of the
Article VI of the GATT, which makes provision for anti-dumping law, institutions of the WTO and of the framework of rules applying under
is also considered providing practical examples of how this law the GATT. There follows a more detailed study of the WTO dispute
operates in various jurisdictions. settlement system. The unit then studies the framework of rules under
the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS) and presents
a very brief outline of the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of
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Intellectual Property (TRIPS). The unit analyses in more detail some LAWS6128
of the fundamental rules of the GATT: rules on tariff bindings & Comparative International Taxation
customs duties, national treatment, non-tariff barriers, the MFN rule Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Brian Arnold Session: S1 Late
on non-discrimination and an introduction to the rules on subsidies. IntA Classes: Mar 3, 4 & 7, 8 (9-5) Assessment: 1x8000wd essay (100%) or
Part of the assessment requires students to think critically about the 1x2hr exam (100%)
object and function of the GATT and its dispute settlement system. Note: compulsory for MIntTax students
Textbooks Comparative International Taxation is a detailed study of the basic

Required Treaties: Students will need copies of some of the WTO treaties to principles of international taxation (residence, source, relief from
bring to class. Students may wish to print them from free online sources. See
the Unit Information and Outline on WebCT to find out which treaties should be
international double taxation, anti-deferral rules, withholding tax,
obtained. Alternatively, students may wish to purchase: WTO, The Legal Texts transfer pricing, thin capitalisation, and tax treaties). The unit is taught
- The Results of the Uruguay Round of Multilateral Trade Negotiations (CUP, from a global perspective with the emphasis being on comparative
1999)[ISBN# 0521785804 (for Paperback)]. analysis (focusing particularly on Anglo, US and continental European
approaches, and also developed and developing country approaches).
LAWS6091
The unit examines the core issues in developing international tax rules
Chinese International Taxation
and identifies different approaches countries have taken in dealing
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Jinyan Li Session: S2 Intensive with these issues. As part of this study, recent trends in international
Classes: Aug 10-12 & 15, 16 (9-3.30) Assessment: 1xtake-home exam (100%)
tax rule development will be identified (particularly in the context of
The object of this unit is to provide an overview of the income tax globalisation) and critiqued. Students should gain an understanding
system of China and a detailed analysis of the most important of the different approaches that countries have taken in the
legislative and treaty rules of China in the area of international income development of their international tax rules.
tax, especially in dealings with Australia. Upon successful completion Textbooks
of the unit, students will have an advanced understanding of the Available for purchase at the Law School: Arnold & McIntyre, International Tax
policies underlying the Chinese rules for taxing international Primer; Ault & Arnold, Comparative Income Tax
transactions as well as a detailed knowledge of the principles of
income tax law applicable to inbound and outbound transactions. This LAWS6153
unit includes a study of: overview of the Chinese income tax system; Comparative Corporate Taxation
taxation of inbound investment into China; taxation of outbound Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Peter Harris Session: S2 Late
IntB Classes: Sep 26-30 (9-3.30) Assessment: classwork (30%) and 1xexam
investment from China; transfer pricing issues, and China's tax treaties. or essay (70%)
LAWS6109 The goal of the unit is to provide a comparison of the corporate tax
UK International Taxation systems of a number of countries of economic and cultural significance
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Malcolm Gammie Session: S1 to Australia. The goal has both practical and policy aspects. The unit
Late Int Classes: May 25-27 & 30, 31 (9-3.30) Assessment: 1xtake-home will provide a basic introduction to the corporate tax systems of
exam or essay (100%) Australia's major trading partners which will assist students in
This unit covers the domestic provisions of UK income tax and CGT assessing the likely outcomes of proposed corporate dealings both
law dealing with international transactions, as well as UK treaties and within the countries selected for comparison and between them. A
the impact of EU law on the UK tax system. The UK remains one of comparative framework provides an opportunity for identifying the
Australia's major trading partners. UK taxation thus has significant available options for taxing corporate income and assessing the
effects for inbound and outbound investment between Australia and appropriateness of those options or a combination thereof. This
the UK. This unit will be of interest to tax professionals who have enables an assessment of the options selected by various countries,
dealings with the UK.The objective of the unit is to provide an overview including incompatibility of options, and may identify areas of corporate
of the income tax system of the UK and a detailed analysis of the most taxation which may be the subject of appropriate reform. The unit will
important legislative and treaty rules of the UK in the international examine: theoretical framework and defining entities subject to
income tax area, especially in dealings with Australia. Upon successful corporation tax; taxation of corporate income where derived; taxation
completion of the unit, participants will have an advanced of corporate income where distributed; treatment of gains/losses on
understanding of the policies of the UK rules for taxing international the disposal of shares; corporate formation, reorganisation and
transactions as well as a detailed knowledge of the principles of liquidation; and international taxation of corporate income.
income tax law applicable to inbound and outbound transactions in
the UK. The unit includes a study of: 1. Overview of the UK income LAWS6170
tax system; 2. Taxation of inbound investment in the UK; 3. Taxation Comparative Income Taxation
of outbound investment in the UK; 4. Transfer pricing in the UK; 5. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Tim Edgar Session: S2 Late
IntA Classes: Aug 3-5 & 8, 9 (9-3.30) Assessment: 1x8000wd essay (100%)
UK tax treaties; 6. Australia UK Tax Treaty.
Comparative Income Tax examines the key structural features of the
LAWS6123 income tax (tax unit, income, capital gains, fringe benefits, deductions,
Transfer Pricing in International Tax tax rates, tax accounting, tax expenditures and presumptive taxes).
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Melissa Heath Session: Int Sept The unit will consider both the policy options in the design of the
Classes: Sep 7-9 & 12, 13 (9-3.30) Assessment: 1x3000wd assignment income tax and the legal implementation of those options. The unit
(30%), 1x2hr exam (70%)
will be primarily issues based, drawing on both developed and
The unit examines transfer pricing law and practice in Australia in the developing country examples.The comparative framework for analysis
area of international taxation. Transfer pricing continues to be rated provides an opportunity for identifying the available options for taxing
by tax directors as the number one international tax issue they face. income and assessing the appropriateness of those options or a
The release of the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines for Multinational combination of them. As part of this more general analysis, the unit
Enterprises and Tax Administrations in 1995 and the ongoing updates, will identify cultural, constitutional and administrative issues that shape
the rewrite of the US Regulations over the period 1988-1994, and the the design of income tax laws. The unit will not consider corporate
substantial transfer pricing rulings program of the Australian Taxation tax as this is the subject of Comparative Corporate Taxation nor
Office, have together significantly increased the international and international tax as this is the subject of Comparative International
Australian materials available on the law and practice in transfer Taxation. Students should gain an understanding of the key design
pricing. Students will gain an understanding of the policy, and detailed features of the income tax and differences taken by countries in income
application of transfer pricing rules within Australia and an tax law design.
understanding of the international framework. Textbooks
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Available for purchase at the Law School: Thuronyi (ed), Tax Law Design and "convergence-divergence" debate; and discuss fundamental
Drafting Vols 1 & 2 ; Ault and Arnold, Comparative Income Tax differences in corporate governance structure and techniques in a
variety of jurisdictions, including the US, UK, Germany, Japan,
LAWS6177
Australia, as well as certain transitional economies such as Russia,
Tax Treaties
China and India. Against a comparative law background, the unit will
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Richard Vann Session: S1 Late
IntB Classes: Apr 13-15 & 18, 19 (9-3.30) Assessment: classwork (30%),
discuss a range of specific corporate governance mechanisms
1xexam or 1x7000wd essay (70%) including: the board and independent directors; principles-based
versus rules-based regulation; shareholder empowerment and
This unit is designed to study the policy, detailed rules and practical institutional investor activism; takeovers; regulatory techniques to
application of Australia's international tax treaties against the control executive remuneration.
background of the OECD Model Tax Convention on Income and on
Capital. Upon successful completion of this unit a student should have LAWS6243
an advanced understanding of the policies underlying the Australian International Law I
tax treaty position in relation to the taxation of various kinds of income, Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Katherine Miles (S6), TBA (S2)
as well as a detailed knowledge of the law applicable to interpretation Session: S1 Intensive, Semester 2 Classes: S6: Mar 4, 5 & 18, 19 (9-5) and
of Australia's treaties. The unit includes a study of: principles of double S2: (1x2hr lec)/wk (S2) Assessment: 1x4000wd essay (50%), 1xtake-home
exam (50%)
tax treaties; interpretation of tax treaties; and selected articles of the
Note: Compulsory for MIL and GradDipIntLaw students who have not completed
OECD Model and Australian tax treaties. any previous study in international law and pre-requisite for other law units. This
unit replaced LAWS6243 Public International Law.
LAWS6207
The Legal System of the European Union This unit provides an introduction to public international law. At the
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Wojciech Sadurski (Coordinator), end of the unit students should have a good understanding of what
Dr Euan MacDonald, Assoc Prof Adam Czarnota (UNSW) Session: Int July public international law is, how it is formed, and its general principles
Classes: Jul 4-8 (9-5), Monash Centre Prato, Italy. Please visit the Sydney Law and problems in the core areas listed below.
S c h o o l i n E u r o p e w e b s i t e
http://sydney.edu.au/law/fstudent/coursework/LLM/index.shtml Assessment: The unit will cover the following topics: Nature and scope of public
class work/participation (30%), 1x6000wd essay (70%) international law, international legal personality, sources of public
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. international law, the law of treaties, title to territory, jurisdiction in
international law, immunities, state responsibility for international
The unit is designed to give students a comprehensive introduction
wrongs, and the legality of the use of force.
to the constitutional theory and history, institutional structure and basic
elements of the legal system of the unique polity which is the European LAWS6252
Union (EU).The objective is to describe crucial principles and doctrines Legal Reasoning & the Common Law System
of EU law. Particular attention will be paid to the history and theory of Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Michael Skinner and Prof Reg
European integration, constitutional processes, composition, powers Graycar (S53 only) Session: Int Sept, S1 Late IntA, S1 Late IntB, S2 Late IntA
and functions of the main legislative or executive organs and the Classes: Classes: S63 (Intensive Group A): Mar 1-4 (9-5), S64 (Intensive Group
judicial organs of the EU.The unit will then focus on the most important B): Mar 25, 26 & Apr 15, 16 (9-5), S53 (Intensive Group C): Jul 26-29 (9-5),
S109 (Intensive Group D): Sep 9, 10 & 23, 24 (9-5) Assessment: 1xin-class
aspects of the legal system: supremacy and direct effect of EU law, test (25%), 1xtake-home exam (75%)
general principles of law including fundamental rights, Union Note: International students who are required to enrol in this unit must undertake
citizenship, the role of Union and national courts in enforcing and classes during the first week of their study. Health Law and Public Health
applying Union law. students should enrol in LAWS6881 Introduction to Law for Health Professionals
in lieu of LAWS6252, if available.
LAWS6209
This is a compulsory unit for all postgraduate students who do not
Australian International Taxation
hold a law degree or equivalent from a common law jurisdiction
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Michael Dirkis Session: Semester
1 Classes: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: 1x3000wd assignment (30%) and
entering the: Master of Administrative Law and Policy; Master of
1x2hr exam (70%) Business Law; Master of Environmental Law; Master of Environmental
Science and Law; Master of Global Law; Master of Health Law; Master
Australian International Taxation is a detailed study of the fundamental of International Business and Law; Master of Labour Law and
principles of Australia's international taxation regime as it applies to Relations as well as Graduate Diplomas offered in these programs.
cross-border business and investment transactions. The unit focuses The unit has been designed to equip students with the necessary
on corporate residence, source, non-resident withholding tax, relief legal skills and legal knowledge to competently apply themselves in
from international double taxation, CFCs, FIFs, transferor trusts, their chosen area of law. Instruction will cover the legislative process;
transfer pricing and thin capitalisation. The unit will examine both the the judiciary and specialist tribunals; precedent; court hierarchies;
issues of international tax rule design and policy, and the relevant legal reasoning; constitutional law; administrative law; contracts; and
provisions in the legislation, cases and rulings. The unit deals only torts. Some elements of the unit will be tailored in accordance with
with international tax rules in Australia's domestic law with double tax the requirements of the particular specialist programs.
treaties covered in the companion course Tax Treaties. Students
should gain an understanding of the policies underlying Australia's LAWS6261
rules for taxing international transactions, as well as a detailed Int Protection of Intellectual Property
knowledge of the foundation principles of law applicable to the taxation Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Lucinda Longcroft Session: S1
of inbound and outbound transactions. Late IntB Classes: Apr 14, 15 & 18, 19 (9-5) Assessment: classwork (30%)
and 1xexam or essay (70%)
LAWS6222
The international intellectual property system will be examined at a
Comparative Corporate Governance
time of rapid technological change, intense political scrutiny, and
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Jennifer Hill Session: S1 Late
Int Classes: May 26, 27 & Jun 2, 3 (9-5) Assessment: class participation
unprecedented value in intellectual capital. Intellectual property is
(10%), short pre-class assignment and specialised class participation (20%), increasingly a business issue, implicated in dispute resolution,
1xessay or exam (70%) advocacy, negotiations and secured financing. This unit will survey
the foundations of the international legal system and the treaties that
This unit will examine recent trends and issues in comparative govern intellectual property - copyright and neighbouring rights, patents
corporate governance, including the link between corporate scandals and trademarks - and critically assess their relevance for global
and corporate law reform; explore key debates in comparative economic and social development. Traditional and alternative dispute
corporate governance, such as the "law matters" hypothesis and the resolution machinery will be discussed. It will then examine key
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developments in intellectual property law and policy in the information should be able to critically assess the prospects for future
society; including the impact of the Internet and creative industries' harmonisation of global free trade regimes and ESD principles in the
response, emerging structures for creativity and innovation, and the context of the Australian debate on these issues.
'development agenda'. The unit will also explore efforts at the global
level to find sustainable solutions to critical challenges in fields such LAWS6824
as public health and access to medicines, biodiversity and access to Commercial Conflict of Laws
genetic resources, protection of traditional knowledge, limitations and Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Adj Prof Andrew Bell, Visiting Prof
exceptions to copyright works, and the role of intellectual property Andrew Dickinson Session: Int July Classes: Jul 11, 12 & 14, 15, Magdelen
College, Oxford. Please visit the Sydney Law School in Europe website
protection in the digital environment. http://sydney.edu.au/law/fstudent/coursework/LLM/index.shtml Assessment:
class participation/case study (20%), 1x7000wd essay (80%)
LAWS6814 Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: This unit replaced
Comparative Value Added Tax LAWS6824 Transnational Commercial Litigation and has a restricted class size.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Rebecca Millar Session:
S1 Late IntB Classes: Apr 1, 2 & 28-30 (8.30-4.30) Assessment: class The unit will focus on commercial disputes with a transnational
work/test (35%), 1x2hr exam (65%) dimension; determine the features which characterise transnational
commercial litigation, where the forum is itself a matter of dispute;
This unit provides an introduction to the design and operation of identify and apply techniques for determining the law applicable to
consumption type value-added taxes (known commonly as either VAT contractual and non-contractual claims; and compare and contrast
or GST). The unit will consider the major foundational principles of the approaches to commercial private international law topics in
VAT and the different ways in which they can be given effect in Australia, UK and the European Union. The unit will cover the
different jurisdictions, taking examples from the VAT Directive of the importance of venue in commercial litigation; Australian, UK and
European Union, the GST laws of New Zealand, Australia, Canada, European approaches to jurisdiction; techniques of forum control; the
and Singapore, and a range of other jurisdictions and/or model VATs. law relating to anti-suit injunctions; the role of jurisdiction and arbitration
Participants familiar with Australian GST will gain an understanding agreements; introduction and ascertainment of foreign law; provisional
of the policies underlying VAT/GST and of the options for VAT measures, including freezing injunctions; rules of applicable law for
treatment that have been adopted in other jurisdictions. International contractual and non-contractual claims; and the distinction between
participants will find that the generic and comparative discussion of substance and procedure.
VAT/GST principles will be readily transferable to the operation of
Textbooks
VAT in your country of residence. Topics covered include: different
Davies, Bell and Brereton Nygh's Conflict of Laws in Australia 8th ed., 2010
methods for taxing consumption; the history, spread and prevalence
of credit-invoice systems of VAT; different models of VAT/GST; the LAWS6844
relationship between VAT and other tax bases; the use of multiple US Corporate Law
rates; registration, invoices, assessment and collection; notions of Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Jennifer Hill Session: S1 Late
taxable person, taxable activity, taxable supplies, and the taxable IntB Classes: Apr 13, 14 & 20, 21 (9-5) Assessment: class participation (10%),
amount; the treatment of government and charities; exemption with short pre-class assignment and specialised class participation (20%), 1xessay
credit (zero-rating/GST-free) and exemption without credit (input or exam (70%)
taxation); the aim of fiscal neutrality and the importance of the input The objectives of this unit are: understand the structure and operation
tax credit/deduction; international issues and the avoidance of double of US corporate law and corporate governance; examine the operation
or non-taxation; hard-to-tax commodities (financial services, insurance, of US statutory provisions (eg under the Revised Model Business
gambling, real property); and problems with VAT evasion. Corporation Act and the Delaware General Corporation Law), as well
Textbooks as other regulatory developments, such as the impact of the
Recommended: Ebrill et al, The Modern VAT (2001) IMF, Washington D.C; Sarbanes-Oxley Act 2002, and recent reforms relating to shareholder
Richard M Bird and Pierre-Pascal Gendron The VAT in Developing and
Transitional Countries (2007) Cambridge University Press; Alan Tait, Value power; and explore and discuss leading US case law relating to
Added Tax: International Practice and Problems (1991) IMF, Washington D.C corporations. The history and structure of corporate law in the US,
including the central role of Delaware; the "race to the bottom" vs
LAWS6820 "race to the top" the "race to the top" hypotheses; the US approach
Trade, Investment and the Environment to veil-piercing; the governance role of shareholders under US law;
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Katherine Miles Session: Int Sept directors' duties, including the duty of care and the duty of loyalty; the
Classes: Aug 26, 27 & Sep 2, 3 (9-5) Assessment: 1x6000wd assignment operation of the business judgment rule; derivative litigation; the law
(60%) and 1xproblem assignment (40%)
relating to closely held corporations; judicial review of tender offer
This unit of study examines the sources of tension between the law defences.
and policy aspects of the international trade liberalisation regime,
environmental protection and ecologically sustainable development. LAWS6849
It examines the obligations imposed by the World Trade Organisation Commercial Maritime Law
(WTO) framework and the scope and operation of environmental Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Adj Prof James Allsop, Mr Peter
McQueen Session: Semester 2 Classes: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: 1x2.5hr
exceptions that have been considered in recent trade environment exam (60%), 1x3500wd essay (40%)
disputes. It explores these developments from the perspective of
parallel initiatives in international law aimed at promoting Ecologically The unit is designed as a detailed study of maritime law from what
Sustainable Development domestically and globally. The Agreements might be said to be a commercial law, as opposed to a public law,
on Food Safety Standards and Technical Barriers to Trade are also perspective. The nature of the business of shipping and related
covered to the extent that they impose limitations on nations' ability activities are examined by reference to fundamental commercial
to specify the manner in which the Agreement on Trade Related arrangements and relationships - the business of shipping, ownership
Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) and the rights and and deployment of ships, chartering and use of ships, carriage of
duties created by the Convention on Biodiversity are also discussed. goods by sea and limitation of liability. The unit will provide a detailed
The unit contrasts the WTO regime with that implemented by regional introduction to these areas as a foundation for practice in Australia
trade groups such as the European Union, the North American Free and overseas and as a basis for further academic research. The core
Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation topics of the unit will be the law of charterparties and the carriage of
Forum (APEC) and attempts some evaluation of their relative strengths goods by sea. A constant theme of the unit will be the international
in promoting ESD. It also reflects on the attempts to negotiate an character of the commercial relationships involved and the importance
agreement on investment liberalisation and the issues that raises for
environmental protection initiatives. By the end of the unit participants
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of private and international law considerations at all times. Whenever corporations. For reconstructions, the unit will examine the impact for
possible, relevant comparative law analysis will be discussed. shareholders and the corporation of selected transactions: conversion
Textbooks into corporate form, change of corporate form and the re-capitalisation
Tetley W, International Maritime and Admiralty Law (International Shipping of a corporation.
Publications, Editious Yvon Blais - Thomson)
LAWS6901
LAWS6852 Japanese Law and the Economy
Doing Business in China Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Luke Nottage (Coordinator)
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Vivienne Bath Session: Session: Int February Classes: Intro Class: Feb 1 (5-7) then Feb 14-18
S2 Intensive Classes: Aug 19, 20 & 26, 27 (9-5) Assessment: 1x3500wd Assessment: 2x1000wd reflective notes (2x10%) and 1x7000wd essay (80%)
essay (50%), 1xtake-home exam (50%) Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: For further
information, please visit http://sydney.edu.au/law/caplus/ or contact
This unit aims to provide an introduction to the legal and practical law.caplus@sydney.edu.au
aspects of doing business in China. The unit will commence with an
overview of the Chinese legal, political and economic system and will This unit examines Japanese business law in global context, focusing
then move on to an examination of the system of commercial for example on Japan's trade and investment environment, insolvency
regulation in China, including contracts, land use, regulation of private and corporate governance, consumer regulation, ADR, and lawyering
and state-owned businesses and Chinese companies and securities (especially in Tokyo). It is taught in Japan at Ritsumeikan University
laws. The unit will focus on Chinese contract law and the foreign Law School's Tokyo campus, following the more wide-ranging
investment regime and the related structuring and regulatory issues Japanese Law unit taught at their Kyoto campus (LAWS6879,
related to foreign participation in the Chinese market. Areas covered recommended but not a prerequisite for this unit). Lecturers include
will discuss the principal issues relating to the establishment of a academics from Ritsumeikan and other leading Japanese universities,
corporate or other presence in China and the related negotiation as well as from Australia (especially from The University of Sydney,
process, including taxation and foreign exchange controls. The unit UNSW and ANU), with guest lectures by prominent practitioners and
will conclude with an examination of methods of resolution of disputes a field study to the Legal Department of a major Japanese corporation.
arising under contracts entered into in China. More specialized topics Students will also interact with participants from Japanese, Australian
which may be covered include intellectual property, labour law and and other universities or institutions taking this unit, supported by the
regulation of financial institutions. Australian Network for Japanese Law (sydney.edu.au/law/anjel).
LAWS6879 LAWS6905
Japanese Law Aspects of European Union Commercial Law
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Luke Nottage (Coordinator) Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Anne McNaughton Session: Int
Session: Int February Classes: Intro Class: Feb 1 (5-7) then Feb 7-11 July Classes: Jul 8, 9 & 22, 23 (9-5) Assessment: 1x2500wd assignment
Assessment: 2x1000wd reflective notes (2x10%) and 1x7000wd essay (80%) (30%), 1x6000wd essay (70%)
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: For further
information, please visit http://sydney.edu.au/law/caplus/ or contact
This unit will look at the way in which European commercial law has
law.caplus@sydney.edu.au been shaped by European Union law. It sets out the history and
development of the European Union and introduces its institutional
This unit provides an introduction to Japanese law in global context, structure. The unit then focuses on aspects of commercial law in the
focusing on its interaction with civil justice, criminal justice, business, European Union and the relationship of EU law and national law.
politics, gender, and the legal professions. It is taught intensively in Topics covered include the Common Commercial Policy, a European
Kyoto at Ritsumeikan University Law School (Kyoto Seminar: Contract Law, the development of the Single Market and aspects of
www.kyoto-seminar.jp), leading into the more specialist "Tokyo the European Union's external commercial relations. This unit will be
Seminar" in Japanese Law and the Economy taught (LAWS6901, run in a seminar style, examining primary and secondary EU law and
recommended but not a co-requisite for this unit). Lecturers include aspects of national law in some Member States.
academics from Ritsumeikan and other leading Japanese universities,
as well as from Australia (especially from The University of Sydney, LAWS6906
UNSW and ANU), with guest lectures by prominent practitioners and Comparative Tax of Financial Transaction
a field study to a local bar association and the courts [tbc]. Students Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Tim Edgar Session: S2 Intensive
will also interact with participants from Japanese, Australian and other Classes: Aug 17-19 & 22, 23 (9-3.30) Assessment: 1xtake-home exam or
universities or institutions taking this unit, supported by the Australian 1x8000wd research paper (100%)
Network for Japanese Law (sydney.edu.au/law/anjel). This unit of study examines the income tax treatment of financial
instruments from a policy and comparative perspective. The emphasis
LAWS6892
is not so much on detailed technical rules but rather the underlying
Taxation of Mergers and Acquisitions
principles and issues in the income taxation of financial arrangements.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Graeme Cooper Session:
Semester 2 Classes: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: 1x3000wd assignment
Country legislation and practices are drawn on selectively to illustrate
(30%), 1x2hr exam (70%) possible policy responses to particular issues. The approaches used
in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States
The unit will focus on the tax issues arising on the takeover or will be used extensively. The format of the unit will be a combination
re-organisation of a corporation. Unique and complex tax issues arise of lectures and case studies. Principal topics will include: The general
for the corporation, its existing shareholders and, in the case of a tax policy principles and financial market theories relevant to the
takeover, its acquirer. These issues will influence the method of income tax treatment of financial arrangements; Debt-financing
effecting the transaction, the method of financing it and indirectly the techniques, particularly the treatment of interest surrogates and hybrid
price paid. For takeovers, the unit will examine the impact of a takeover debt instruments; Equity-financing techniques and, in particular, the
on the various tax attributes located in the target company, the classification of instruments as debt or equity; The income tax
computation of its income in the year of change, the recovery of its treatment of hedging transactions and synthetic instruments; and
losses and the limits on losses available to shareholders because of Income tax issues raised by the cross-border use of financial
the anti-duplication rules. We also consider how the tax system might arrangements.
influence the method of financing the takeover. The unit will also
examine the impact for shareholders and the corporation of
undertaking the merger of two or more corporations. The unit will also
examine the impact for shareholders, intermediaries and the
corporation of the de-merger of a corporation from a group of
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LAWS6911 The aim of this unit is to provide students with a broad overview of
International Derivatives Law & Practice the key legal issues commonly faced when investing and doing
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Jan Job de Vries Robbé Session: business in Asia. This unit covers areas of commercial law in three
S1 Intensive Classes: Mar 14, 15 & 17, 18 (9-5) Assessment: class of the following jurisdictions: China, Japan, Indonesia, Malaysia and
participation (10%) and 1x8000wd essay (90%) India. The unit focuses on the issues related to direct foreign
Derivatives are an indispensable building block of today's financial investment by Australian or other foreign businesses in the jurisdictions
markets. They are sold on exchanges, over-the-counter, and dealt with in the course. Issues covered will include laws related to
embedded in other types of financial products such as loans and foreign investment, and also related laws of contract, labour law,
bonds. The types of risk transferred using derivatives continues to corporate governance, intellectual property, Islamic finance law (where
expand from currency, equity and credit risk to innovative products relevant) and WTO compliance. The unit will also cover key issues in
such as property derivatives and carbon credits. The unit considers modern comparative law which may assist students in their study of
a variety of legal issues associated with derivatives transactions, `foreign' legal systems.
ranging from aspects of contract law, the potential liabilities for financial
institutions for mis-selling derivatives products, and the (close-out) LAWS6933
netting of derivative transactions. In addition, the unit has a practical Global Oil and Gas Contracts and Issues
angle. Students will be familiarised with the traps and particularities Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Visiting Prof Owen Anderson, Visiting
Prof John Lowe Session: S1 Late IntC Classes: May 9-13 (9-5) Assessment:
of documenting derivative products in, for instance, structured finance 1xtake-home exam (100%)
transactions. The unit covers both Australian and international Note: This unit replaced LAWS6933 International Petroleum Transactions
derivatives practice (especially European, but also emerging markets).
The unit is a review of the world's minerals-development regimes and
LAWS6916 the contracts that international investors use to implement them. The
International Investment Law unit begins by reviewing the fiscal arrangements that nations use to
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Chester Brown, Ms obtain exploration and development, including licenses, production
Katherine Miles Session: S2 Intensive Classes: Aug 5, 6 & 12, 13 (9-5) sharing contracts, joint ventures, and service contracts. It then focuses
Assessment: 1x5000wd essay (50%), 1xtake-home assignment (50%) on the contracts that international investors use to share risks and
This unit introduces students to the international regulation of foreign rewards, including confidentiality agreements, study and bidding
investment. It examines core principles of international investment agreements, operating agreements, farm out agreements, lifting
law, regional and bilateral investment treaties, the settlement of agreements and gas sales contracts. Other issues that may be covered
investment disputes, and the international economic and political include joint development agreements, taxation issues, corruption
context in which the law has developed. The unit considers the origins and indemnification.
and evolution of international investment law through to the recent
formation of the current international legal framework for foreign LAWS6936
investment through bilateral and regional investment treaties. It Carbon Trading, Derivatives and Taxation
examines the substantive principles contained within investment Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Rosemary Lyster (Coordinator),
Ms Celeste Black, Dr Tim Stephens, Ms Petrea Bradford, Mr Scott Farrell
treaties and recent arbitral awards, and considers controversial issues Session: S2 Late IntB Classes: Oct 7, 8 & 10, 11 (9-5) Assessment:
surrounding investor-state arbitration. It examines the procedural 1xtake-home exam (100%)
framework for investment arbitration under the auspices of the
International Center for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) This unit of study is designed to appeal to students across a broad
and the UNCITRAL Rules. This unit also considers the increased range of postgraduate programs and expands upon existing offerings
focus on investor responsibility in relation to environmental protection, in the area of Climate Law. The unit will cover four discrete topics on
human rights, development issues, and labour standards. As such, it each day of the four day intensive: International Climate Law (United
examines the collapse of the negotiations for the Multilateral Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Kyoto Protocol,
Agreement on Investment, corporate social and environmental post-2012 negotiations) and domestic Climate Law (the Carbon
responsibility, calls for an international regulatory framework to govern Pollution Reduction Scheme and complementary measures);
the conduct of multinational corporations, and new proposals for an understanding how to trade carbon on a variety of carbon markets;
International Agreement on Investment for Sustainable Development. understanding the carbon derivatives market; understanding the
taxation implications of carbon trading. The unit assumes a basic
LAWS6928 undertaking of emissions trading, the derivatives market and taxation
Law, Justice and Development law. The unit brings together experts within the Sydney Law School,
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Livingston Armytage Session: including environmental lawyers and taxation lawyers, and experts in
S2 Late IntB Classes: Oct 4, 5 & 7, 8 (9-5) Assessment: class participation carbon trading and derivatives markets in private practice.
(10%), 1xclass presentation (10%), 2x4000wd essays (2x40%)
Note: This unit replaced LAWS6928 Law & Economic Development LAWS6944
Manipulation & Abuse: Global Secur Mkts
This unit provides a critical overview to law and justice reform in
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Greg O'Mahoney Session: S2
international development. It analyses the global reform experience Late IntA Classes: July 2, 9 & Sep 3, 10 (9-5) Assessment: class participation
over the past half-century. It interrogates the nature and justification(s) (20%), 1xpresentation (20%), 1x5000wd essay (60%)
of reform `theory', studies the empirical evidence of various
approaches, and examines the conceptual/practical challenges of This unit aims to introduce students to key concepts at the heart of
evaluating development endeavour, using case studies from the capital market regulation focusing on practices that threaten the
Asia/Pacific region. Students enrolling in this unit will develop an integrity of global securities markets. The unit focuses on recent
evidence-based understanding of the use of law and justice reform developments (including high profile prosecutions for market abuse)
in broader development strategies. in Australia and the United States while selecting other jurisdictions
(most notably China, India, South Africa, Brazil, Europe and Hong
LAWS6932 Kong) that are relevant to the different subjects considered. The topics
Law and Investment in Asia addressed will include: market manipulation, insider trading,
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Assoc Prof Vivienne Bath, Dr Sallim non-disclosure and fraud-on-the-market, penalties, regulation of hedge
Farrar Session: S1 Late IntC Classes: May 6, 7 & 13, 14 Assessment: class funds and developments in emerging markets.
participation (10%), 1x2000-2500wd take-home exam (30%), 1x5000wd essay
(60%)
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LAWS6945 systems, and sovereign risk issues; tax issues in developing countries;
Doing Business in Emerging Markets home state regulatory issues, including domestic anti-corruption
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Paul Stephan Session: S1 Late measures, money laundering and human rights regimes. The unit has
IntC Classes: May 18-20 & 23, 24 (9-3.30) Assessment: class participation a special focus on issues associated with investing into and doing
(30%), 1xexam (70%) business with former Soviet Union countries, and the famous Yukos
The unit examines common commercial, tax and regulatory issues case will be considered.
that arise from doing business in emerging market economies. Topics
to be examined include: the special challenges of investing in emerging LAWS6946
market economies; organisational forms commonly used in emerging Tax Treaties Special Issues
market economics; financing options; host state regulatory regimes Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Richard Vann, Dr Philip Baker
(S61) and Prof Richard Vann (S2) Session: S1 Late Int, Semester 2 Classes:
and limits on the activities of foreign investors; dispute resolution S61: Jun 18, 20 & 22, 24, Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, University of
systems, and sovereign risk issues; tax issues in developing countries; London. Please visit the Sydney Law School in Europe website
home state regulatory issues, including domestic anti-corruption http://sydney.edu.au/law/fstudent/coursework/LLM/index.shtml and S2: Sydney
measures, money laundering and human rights regimes. The unit has Law School (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: classwork (30%), 1xexam or 1x7000wd
essay (70%)
a special focus on issues associated with investing into and doing
Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions:
business with former Soviet Union countries, and the famous Yukos S1 Late Int.
case will be considered.
This unit of study considers the increasing number of specialised
LAWS6946 topics in the area of tax treaties, largely reflecting the work of the
Tax Treaties Special Issues OECD on tax treaties currently and in the last decade. Topics covered
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Richard Vann, Dr Philip Baker include: OECD policy development processes, the new Article 7;
(S61) and Prof Richard Vann (S2) Session: S1 Late Int, Semester 2 Classes: business restructures, international transport, high value services,
S61: Jun 18, 20 & 22, 24, Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, University of education and government, expatriates, superannuation and pensions,
London. Please visit the Sydney Law School in Europe website
http://sydney.edu.au/law/fstudent/coursework/LLM/index.shtml and S2: Sydney entities (companies, partnerships, trusts and collective investment
Law School (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: classwork (30%), 1xexam or 1x7000wd vehicles), triangular cases, conflicts of qualification, non-discrimination,
essay (70%) tax competition, tax arbitrage, and the relationship between tax treaties
Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions: and other areas of international law.
S1 Late Int.
This unit of study considers the increasing number of specialised LAWS6948

topics in the area of tax treaties, largely reflecting the work of the Private International Law
OECD on tax treaties currently and in the last decade. Topics covered Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Ross Anderson Session: S1 Late
IntB Classes: Apr 8, 9 & 15, 16 (9-5) Assessment: 1xtake-home exam (100%)
include: OECD policy development processes, the new Article 7;
business restructures, international transport, high value services, Private international law (or conflict of laws) is the part of local or
education and government, expatriates, superannuation and pensions, municipal law which is concerned with legal questions which have a
entities (companies, partnerships, trusts and collective investment transborder or transnational dimension i.e. a relevant connection with
vehicles), triangular cases, conflicts of qualification, non-discrimination, a foreign legal system. This unit of study is a general course intended
tax competition, tax arbitrage, and the relationship between tax treaties to provide a comprehensive survey of the problems, methods and
and other areas of international law. techniques of private international law. Topics covered include the
function and purpose of private international law; personal jurisdiction
LAWS6948 and the enforcement of foreign judgments; choice of law, with particular
Private International Law reference to tort, contract and property; limits to the application of
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Mr Ross Anderson Session: S1 Late foreign law, with particular reference to the distinction between
IntB Classes: Apr 8, 9 & 15, 16 (9-5) Assessment: 1xtake-home exam (100%) substance and procedure, proof of foreign law, public policy and other
Private international law (or conflict of laws) is the part of local or exclusionary doctrines; and the problem of renvoi (which may arise
municipal law which is concerned with legal questions which have a where a foreign legal system's private international law refers a legal
transborder or transnational dimension i.e. a relevant connection with question back to the law of the forum or, exceptionally, the law of a
a foreign legal system. This unit of study is a general course intended third country).
to provide a comprehensive survey of the problems, methods and
techniques of private international law. Topics covered include the LAWS6955
function and purpose of private international law; personal jurisdiction Key Legal Concepts in Finance Law
and the enforcement of foreign judgments; choice of law, with particular Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Sheelagh McCracken Session:
S2 Intensive, Semester 1 Classes: S1: (1x2hr lec)/wk and S5: Intro Class: Aug
reference to tort, contract and property; limits to the application of 4 (6-8) then Aug 16, 17 & Aug 31, Sep 1 (9-5) Assessment: 1x3000wd
foreign law, with particular reference to the distinction between assignment (30%), 1x2hr open book exam (70%)
substance and procedure, proof of foreign law, public policy and other
exclusionary doctrines; and the problem of renvoi (which may arise This unit's objectives are to identify and analyse key legal concepts
where a foreign legal system's private international law refers a legal that impact on the operation of financial markets.
question back to the law of the forum or, exceptionally, the law of a The content includes an introductory examination of how contractual
third country). and other relationships underlie financial transactions; how financial
assets (including financial instruments) are created, traded and used
LAWS6945 as security; how corporate and trust structures are used by market
Doing Business in Emerging Markets participants as financing vehicles; and how financial transactions may
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Paul Stephan Session: S1 Late be challenged in an insolvency.
IntC Classes: May 18-20 & 23, 24 (9-3.30) Assessment: class participation
(30%), 1xexam (70%) LAWS6965
The unit examines common commercial, tax and regulatory issues Tax Avoidance and Anti-Avoidance
that arise from doing business in emerging market economies. Topics Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Graeme Cooper Session: S1
Late IntC Classes: May 4-6 & 9, 10 (9-3.30) Assessment: 1x2500wd class
to be examined include: the special challenges of investing in emerging assignment (30%), 1x2hr exam (70%)
market economies; organisational forms commonly used in emerging
market economics; financing options; host state regulatory regimes This unit examines the pervasive phenomenon of tax avoidance, and
and limits on the activities of foreign investors; dispute resolution the design (and effectiveness) of common judicial and legislative
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responses to it. The unit starts by deconstructing typical examples of Russia to the USSR's seat on the UN Security Council, the response
avoidance to elicit the common design features of avoidance practices. to the break-up of Yugoslavia, targeted sanctions and the possibility
We will also examine the inter-relationship between the process of of judicial review of acts of the UN Security Council, the success of
statutory interpretation and the opportunities for avoidance. A particular WTO dispute settlement, NATO action against Serbia in 1999, the
focus of the unit will be on the scope and operation of Australia's military intervention in Afghanistan and Iraq in the aftermath of 9/11,
general anti-avoidance rule (Part IVA), but the unit will also consider etc.
the various judicial anti-avoidance doctrines and some of the specific Primary consideration will be given to the development of the United
anti-avoidance rules found in Australia's tax legislation. The unit will Nations. Other universal as well as regional organizations will also be
also consider the kinds of approaches to tax avoidance and the dealt with. This unit aims at helping students to understand the
anti-avoidance regimes employed in other countries. Finally, the unit common legal problems faced by international institutions.
will examine some of the procedural regimes used to curb the offering Textbooks
of tax avoidance products to taxpayers. Jan Klabbers, An Introduction to International Institutional Law. Cambridge
(CUP, 2nd ed., 2009) Paperback (ISBN-13: 9780521736169), £32.00
LAWS6972
International Securities Regulation LAWS6982
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof James D Cox Session: Int Law of Economic Integration in the EU
November Classes: Nov 25, 26 & Dec 2, 3 (9-5) Assessment: class Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Dr Marc Bungenberg Session:
participation (20%), 1xexam (30%), 1x3500-5000wd essay (50%) S1 Intensive Classes: Mar 7, 8 & 21, 22 (9-5) Assessment: class participation
(10%), 1x6000wd essay (60%), 1xtake-home exam (30%)
Financial markets are being overtaken by a tsunami of globalization.
Investors seeing investment opportunities and companies hungry for This unit of study focuses on some of the most important issues of
capital think and act globally. We therefore live increasingly in a European Economic Law and examines primary law elements of the
borderless financial world. Unfortunately, regulation remains territorially European economic system of an "open market economy with free
oriented so that financial markets reflect the regulatory approach of competition". It gives an in depth introduction to the European
their host nation. The high-quality practitioner thus must understand economic integration, the internal market and economic fundamental
the functioning of law in more than his/her home country. This unit rights. After an overview over EU competition law the unit continues
focuses on the regulation of securities transactions in an international with European state aid and public procurement law. This includes
setting. The unit materials are organized around central concepts: the the study of the relevant procedures before the EU Commission as
jurisdictional reach of the securities laws, the debate on the pros and well as problems of judicial review. Throughout the entire unit the
cons of mandatory disclosure, regulation of public offerings, disclosure interrelations with WTO Law conditions - esp. the WTO Agreement
mechanisms for public companies, international enforcement, insider on subsidies and countervailing measures and the WTO Agreement
trading regulation, and takeover regulation. The organizing thesis on Government Procurement - are paid attention to. The class
throughout is the approach taken by the US regulators which are then concludes with a discussion of the external economic relations of the
contrasted with approaches taken in other major markets. European Union.The lecture is based on the most relevant and current
case law of the European Court of Justice. Active participation of all
LAWS6975 participants is expected, preparatory reading of provided excerpts
Islamic Trade and Finance Law from textbooks, law journal articles and ECJ cases is necessary.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Salim Farrar, Dr Nik Norzrul Thani
Session: S1 Late IntB Classes: Intro Class: Mar 21 (5-6) then Mar 28-31 (9-5) LAWS6987
Assessment: 1x2.5hr exam (60%), 1x3000wd essay (40%) Introduction to Commercial Law
This unit is about the application of Islamic law in the modern contexts Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Sheelagh McCracken Session:
Semester 2 Classes: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: 1x3000wd assignment
of business, banking and finance, and the viability of a trading and (30%), 1x2hr open book exam (70%)
economic system based predominantly on the prohibition of interest
and the promotion of ethics. It outlines Islamic sources of law, This introductory unit provides an overview of commercial law, focusing
traditional Islamic contract law as well as standard contractual forms on the broad but fundamental concept of commercial dealings. Areas
before moving on to discuss their modern application to banking for analysis include sources and function of commercial law; the legal
practice and the raising of finance. Topics will include: Islamic home basis of dealings in contract and property law; dealings by principals
financing, hire-purchase, corporate capital raising, Islamic capital and agents; dealings in tangible goods through leasing and sale;
markets, sukuks (asset-based bonds), takaful (Islamic insurance) and dealings in intangibles such as receivables through assignment;
legal enforcement (comprising court-based resolution, arbitration and sources and methods of financing dealings; protecting dealings through
ADR). The unit will draw extensively from case studies and the insurance; regulating dealings through statute and common law
practical operation of IBF in Malaysia, the GCC countries and restraints; and discharging dealings through a range of common
non-Islamic jurisdictions (comparing civil with common law). payment methods and instruments.
Textbooks
Mahmud M. Gamal (2006), "Islamic Finance - Theory and Practice", Cambridge TPTM6130
University Press and M.Kabir Hassan and M.K. Lewis, "Handbook of Islamic Transport and Logistics Management
banking" (2007), Edwin Elgar, Cheltenham Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester
LAWS6977 Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) readiness assurance tests
Law of International Institutions (20%), in-class individual quizzes (6) (25%), team project with group report
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Prof Dr August Reinisch Session:
Int February Classes: Feb 14, 15 & 17, 18 (9-5) Assessment: class
participation (20%), 1x8000wd essay or 1x8000wd assignment (80%)
This unit provides an essential set of skills for the management of the
transport and logistics system for both the private and public sector
This unit will examine the principal legal issues concerning and across all modes in the freight and passenger sectors. The unit
organizations composed of states. These include the legal status and provides an introduction to transport and logistics issues that benefit
powers of organizations, membership and participation, norm-creation, from an understanding of key economic ideas. This unit does not
dispute settlement, enforcement of decisions, peace and security require a previous background in economics. The unit is divided into
activities, and finally the organizations' privileges and immunities as a number of modules: travel demand and choice; costing, performance
well as their legal status and powers under national law. and benchmarking, strategic assessment of transport
At the same time, the unit will also address such real world problems distribution-related policy instruments; pricing and infrastructure and
as the creation of international criminal courts, the "succession" of freight systems management. Examples and case studies are drawn
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from the freight and passenger sectors as well as all modes of specific emphasis on international recruitment, selection, preparation,
transport. The specialised rigour will provide appropriate training for placement, management development, performance management,
tackling other topics, in other units, in more detail beyond these three reward and remuneration. The unit considers the implications of
modules. The material is of especial relevance to majors in transport internationalisation and globalisation for human resource management
and logistics. (HRM), the different levels of international business activity, the
difference between domestic and international HRM, the challenges
TPTM6260 of cross-cultural management, models of cross-cultural management,
International Logistics and specific international HR processes, including selection,
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok development, performance management, remuneration and
Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. repatriation.The unit provides students with a practical understanding
Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (25%),
of the issues and challenges associated with managing employees
(10%), final examination (30%) in international, global and cross-cultural contexts.
The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive WORK6119
arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market The Innovative Firm
and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 39 hours in intensive mode
maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international - 6 days Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%), presentations
operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very (30%) and exam (40%)
strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from
The aim of this course is to examine long run changes in the
inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design
organisation and management of business enterprises. Against a
and those associated with aspects of international transport, and
background of an introduction of business history, the major themes
location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in
to be covered include business strategy, marketing, employment
international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure,
and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with
precise chronological period, the main concentration will be on the
examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere. This unit
does not assume any prior knowledge of logistics on the part of the
present day. A major preoccupation of the course is to explore the
student. As such it is useful for students studying International
Business/International Law who may wish to gain a strategic overview
of the role of logistics in international trade and commerce.
and business leadership.The course will employ historical case studies
TPTM6440
International Freight Transportation
historians.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Frederic Horst Session: Summer
group assignment (30%) Course rules and resolutions
This unit seeks to give students an understanding of the dynamics of
the express, air freight and shipping business. The course will discuss Master of International Business and Law
underlying drivers of international trade flows and the demand for These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
capacity in different freight transport modes, as well as industry University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
structure, regulatory environment and market access. Building on this the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
background the course will highlight the implications for profitable air Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
cargo and shipping operations. Particular focus will be given to fleet
and network planning, revenue and cost management. The material and Plagiarism.
covered in the course will take into account recent developments in
global and regional economic activity and discuss implications for the Course resolutions
various sectors of the air and seafreight businesses.
WORK6018
1 Course codes
International Industrial Relations
Code Course title
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Winter Main Classes: 1 x 3 hour
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: essay (40%), group FC048 Master of International Business and Law
seminar facilitation (20%), seminar particiapation and attendence (10%), in
class test (30%)
This unit provides students with insights into the debate about the 2 Attendance pattern
effect of globalisation on employment relations by using comparative
analysis to identify the range of factors that account for similarities The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
and difference in national patterns of industrial relations. The unit according to candidate choice.
relations patterns in developed and developing market economies 3 Master's type
these countries. This master's degree is a professional master's course, as defined
by the Coursework Rule.
WORK6108
over 7 days Assessment: Readiness Assurance Tests (30%); Team strategy (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
activities (20%); Critical reflective journal assignment (30%); Final strategy on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
assessment (20%) (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
This unit considers the opportunities and challenges associated with the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
managing people in international and cross-cultural contexts, with the Faculty; and where applicable:
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by the Faculty;
and

out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of
International Business and Law.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of International
Business and Law, candidates must complete 48 credit points
including:
(a) 12 credit points of international business core units
of study; and
(b) 12 credit points of law core units of study; and
(c) 12 credit points of international business elective units
of study; and
(d) 12 credit points of law elective units of study.
beyond this time.
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27. Postgraduate coursework programs: International Security
This section outlines the International Security postgraduate Course structures and progressions
coursework programs offered by the Faculty of Economics and
Business. The available courses are as follows: Course requirements
1. Master of International Security
1. Master of International Security To be awarded the Master of International Security, students complete
a total of 10 units of study (60 credit points), comprising:
2. Graduate Diploma in International
Security • three core units of study (18 credit points)
• seven elective units of study (42 credit points), including a
minimum of four units selected from the 'Section A' elective
3. Graduate Certificate in International options.
Security
2. Graduate Diploma in International Security
Overview of the courses To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in International Security,
students complete a total of six units of study (36 credit points)
Course CRICOS Course Course title comprising:
• three core units of study (18 credit points)
FC059 061187A MIntSec Master of International Security
• three elective units of study (18 credit points), including at least
FF051 061188M GradDipIntSec Graduate Diploma in International two units from 'Section A'.
Security
FG014 061189K GradCertIntSec Graduate Certificate in International 3. Graduate Certificate in International Security
Security
To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in International Security,
The International Security programs are designed to provide students students complete a total of four units of study (24 credit points)
with the knowledge and skills relevant to understanding both traditional comprising:
and emerging security challenges, drawing on a wide range of • three core units of study (18 credit points)
disciplinary fields including defence, international relations, strategic • one elective unit of study (six credit points) chosen from 'Section
studies, political science, economics, environmental studies, law, A'.
business, public health, biology, and demography.
Core units of study
International security traverses a complex and frequently
interconnected set of issues that have great salience for the world in • CISS6001 New Security Challenges
• CISS6002 Strategy and Security in the Asia-Pacific
which we live. They range from the causes and consequences of war
• GOVT6119 International Security.
between states to ethnic, religious, and ideological conflicts, as well
as threats to human security and the stability of states from Elective units of study
environmental degradation, infectious diseases, climate change, and Elective units are selected from the options listed under 'Section A'
the activities of non-state actors. and 'Section B'. Students enrolled in the individual International
Security courses must choose their electives as follows:
Graduates will be well equipped to develop rewarding career paths
in international security, in both the public and private sectors as well • Master’s degree: a minimum of four of their eight elective units
as with international and non-government organisations. must be selected from 'Section A' options. The remaining four
units may be selected from either ‘Section A’ or ‘Section B’
Credit points required for completion and duration options.
• Graduate Diploma: a minimum of two of their three elective units
Course title Credit Duration (minimum) must be selected from 'Section A' options. The remaining unit
points may be selected from either ‘Section A’ or ‘Section B’ options.
Master of International Security 60 1.5 years full-time • Graduate Certificate: the elective unit for this course must be
chosen from the 'Section A' options only.
2 years part-time
Graduate Diploma in 36 1 year full-time Section A
1.5 years part-time
• CISS6003 Business and Security
Graduate Certificate in 24 0.5 years full-time • CISS6004 Disease and Security
1 year part-time • CISS6005 Ethics, Law and War
• CISS6006 Statebuilding and Fragile States
• CISS6008 Population and Security
• CISS6011 Special Topic in International Security *
• CISS6012 Civil-Military Relations
• CISS6013 Middle East Conflict and Security
• CISS6014 Human Security
• CISS6015 Alliances and Coalition Warfare
• CISS6016 Chinese Foreign and Security Policy
• CISS6017 Transnational Threats and Organised Crime

Section B (ii). Completing the Master of International Security in 18 months, over

three semesters.
• CISS6009 Research Essay 1
• CISS6010 Research Essay 2 The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
• GOVT6103 Australia in Diplomacy, Defence and Trade
student enrolled in the Master of International Security on a full-time
• GOVT6136 Asia-Pacific Politics
• GOVT6139 Research Design basis undertaking three or four units of study (18 or 24 credit points)
• GOVT6316 Policy Making, Power and Politics per semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' ia an abbreviation for
• IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business 'Semester').
• LAWS6062 International Law and the Use of Armed Force
• LAWS6218 International Humanitarian Law * Year Sem Units of study Credit
• LAWS6856 Anti-Terrorism Law * points
• PHIL7841 Reasoning, Argument and Explanation * 1 1 CISS6002 GOVT6119 elective elective 24
• TPTM6390 Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects Strategy and International
• USSC6903 US Foreign and National Security Policy Security in the Security
• USSC6907 American Exceptionalism Asia-Pacific
• USSC6910 Special Topic in US Studies * 2 CISS6001 elective elective 18
New Security
Challenges
2 1 elective elective elective 18
Note: All Government and International Relations (GOVT) and
Philosophy (PHIL) units of study are offered through the Faculty of 2. Graduate Diploma in International Security
Arts. Law (LAWS) units are offered through the Sydney Law School, The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
and US Studies Centre (USSC) units are offered through the United student enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in International Security on
States Studies Centre. a full-time basis undertaking three units of study (18 credit points) per
semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' ia an abbreviation for
Progression guides 'Semester').
enrolled in the International Security Master’s degree, Graduate Year Sem Units of study
1 1 CISS6002 GOVT6119 elective
Strategy and International
1. Master of International Security Security in the Security
The following tables illustrate degree progression examples for a Asia-Pacific
student enrolled in the Master of International Security on a full-time 2 CISS6001 elective elective
New Security
basis, completing the degree in either one year (incorporating Summer Challenges
and Winter School) or in 18 months (over three semesters).
3. Graduate Certificate in International Security
(i). Completing the Master of International Security in 12 months:
Note. In 2011, this program cannot be completed in one semester
Subject to unit of study availability, students may complete the program due to unit of study availability.
within one year if four units of study are undertaken in both Semester
1 and Semester 2 with either two units of study undertaken in Summer
student enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in International Security
School or one in Summer School and one in Winter School.
on a part-time basis undertaking two units of study (12 credit points)
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a per semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' ia an abbreviation for
student enrolled in the Master of International Security on a full-time 'Semester').
basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points) per semester
and one unit of study (six credit points) in both Summer and Winter Year Sem Units of study
School. 1 1 CISS6002 GOVT6119
Strategy and Security in the International Security
Asia-Pacific
Year Session Units of study Credit
points 2 CISS6001 Table A elective
New Security Challenges
1 1 CISS6002 GOVT6119 elective elective 24
Strategy and International
Security in Security Please Note: The information listed in these examples is based on
the the unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
Asia-Pacific Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
Winter elective 6 in different sequences to those which are listed above (including
School
enrolling in units in Summer or Winter School sessions when
2 CISS6001 elective elective elective 24 available). Students are advised to plan their course based upon their
New
Security individual needs and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office
Challenges if they need any assistance in planning their progression in their
Summer School elective 6 degree.
Note. Summer and Winter School electives may not always be

available. Students may choose to complete a maximum of two units
in Summer School.
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points
Core units of study
CISS6001 6 Semester 2
New Security Challenges
Strategy & Security in the Asia-Pacific
(i) For the award of the Master’s degree students complete 24 credit points in elective units from 'Section A' and 18 credit points in elective units from 'Section A'
and 'Section B'.
(ii) For the award of the Graduate Diploma, students complete 12 credit points in elective units of study from 'Section A' and an additional six credit point elective
unit from either 'Section A' or 'Section B'.
(iii) For the award of the Graduate Certificate, students complete 12 credit points in elective units of study from 'Section A' only.
Section A
Disease and Security
Ethics, Law and War
Statebuilding and Fragile States
Population and Security
CISS6012 6 N CISS6011 Special Topic in International Security when the special topic is Civil-Military Semester 2a
Civil-Military Relations Relations
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points
CISS6014 6 Summer Main
Human Security
Alliances and Coalition Warfare
Chinese Foreign and Security Policy
CISS6017 6 Summer Early
Transnational Threats & Organised
Crime
Section B
CISS6009 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Research Essay 1 Entry into this unit is by permission only. Semester 2
CISS6010 6 P Completion of a minimum of 4 units with an average of 75% Semester 1
Research Essay 2 C CISS6009 Semester 2
Entry into this unit is by permission only.
Australia in Diplomacy, Defence &
Trade
Research Design
Policy Making, Power and Politics Semester 2
Business
International Law-the Use of Armed
Force
Projects
USSC6903 6 Previous study in US politics is required in order to complete this unit of study. Semester 2
US Foreign and National Security
Policy
USSC6907 6 Semester 1
American Exceptionalism
Note: All GOVT units are offered through the Department of Government and International Relations in the Faculty of Arts. All LAWS units of study are offered
through the Sydney Law School. All PHIL units of study are offered through the Department of Philosophy in the Faculty of Arts. All USSC units of study are offered
through the United States Studies Centre.
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unit is to provide students with a stronger understanding of the
CISS6001 scientific and political nature of these problems, why and how they
New Security Challenges might threaten security, and the conceptual and empirical connections
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week between them.
Assessment: policy memo (30%); final essay (50%); presentation (10%);
participation (10%) CISS6005
This unit considers the evolving nature of security in the context of Ethics, Law and War
global politics. It focuses on non-military challenges to security while Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Assessment: Short essay (20%); Research Essay (50%); Exam (30%)
acknowledging the relationships between these and traditional security
concerns. Among the topics considered are: international law and This unit examines ethical and legal norms relating to the use of armed
security; the privatisation of security; economics and security; energy force for political purposes by states and non-state actors. In particular,
resources; environmental degradation; the burden of infectious it explores the ways in which ethics and law influence or fail to
diseases; population dynamics; gender and age perspectives on influence strategic and tactical decisions. After an introduction to the
security; the dilemmas of fragile and failing states; transnational nature of ethics and law and their relationship with politics and strategy,
organised crime; and new modes of warfare. The overall objective of the course examines a wide range of topics, drawing on historical and
the unit is to engage with issues and arguments that challenge how contemporary case studies. The topics covered include: conscription
security is traditionally understood. Teaching and learning take place and conscientious objection; law of armed conflict in international and
via a combination of lectures, student-led seminars, independent internal conflicts; the concept of inhumane weapons; the use of private
research, debates and case studies. contractors to support and wage war; ideas of Just War and
self-defence; forceful intervention in other states for humanitarian and
CISS6002 other purposes; ethics and the "war on terror" and the enforcement
Strategy & Security in the Asia-Pacific of ethical and legal norms.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x3hr seminar per week
Assessment: Essays (2x40%); presentation (10%); participation (10%) CISS6006
This unit focuses on the strategic dynamics of the Asia-Pacific region Statebuilding and Fragile States
and the security challenges it faces. It combines a grounding in Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Assessment: Essay (45%); Intelligence Briefing Paper (45%); Actor Profile
International Relations theory, and concepts of strategy and security, (10%)
with series of dedicated country profiles. Issues such as great power
rivalry, nuclear proliferation, terrorism, piracy, and environmental This unit examines the characteristics of fragile and failed states, and
degradation are all considered. The overall objective of the unit is to the nature of donor and international community engagement with
engage with issues and arguments about strategy and security that these states. It will explore the international community's gradual
relate specifically to the Asia-Pacific region. Teaching and learning acceptance of the norms of humanitarian intervention and post-conflict
take place via a combination of lectures, student-led seminars, and reconstruction to assist civilians affected by civil war, insurgencies,
independent research. state repression, profound state weakness and state collapse. The
unit will expand upon the theoretical literature with evidence from case
CISS6003 studies on Africa, the Middle East, South/Central Asia and the
Business and Security Asia-Pacific. It will also focus on the potential security implications of
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1a Classes: Intensive: 6 days 9am - 5pm. fragile and failing states and the limitations on external actors in these
Refer to timetable for details Assessment: Essays (50%); PowerPoint briefing environments.
(25%); Take home assignment (25%)
This unit examines the importance of security in business through CISS6007

assessing contemporary security challenges and what 'security' Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region
comprises in a business context. Topics include: fraud and corruption, Credit points: 6 Session: S2 Intensive, Winter Main Classes: intensive
WINTER 6 days Assessment: PP brief (25%); Takehome exam (25%); essay
cybercrime, industrial espionage, corporate liability, business and (50%)
organised crime links, preparedness for terrorism, business continuity Note: Department permission required for enrolment in the following sessions:
during infectious disease outbreaks, the international arms trade, and S2 Intensive.
private military corporations. The unit includes management sessions
which focus on risk and crisis management, and planning for effective The unit will begin by providing a conceptual framework for
security. Teaching and learning take place via a combination of understanding the phenomenon of terrorism as a form of asymmetrical
lectures, student-led seminars, case studies and crisis simulations. warfare waged by political actors including an examination of the
impact that the end of the Cold War has had on the rise of religiously
CISS6004 inspired terrorism. In doing so, common misconceptions will be
Disease and Security challenged, highlighting the rationality that drives terrorist behaviour
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week and strategies. With a focus on the Asia-Pacific region, the unit will
Assessment: Research essay (40%); exam (40%); short essay (20%) analyse terrorist organisational structures, including leadership,
ideologies, motivations, capabilities, strategies, tactics and targets.
This unit assesses the political and security significance of infectious Equipped with this knowledge, students will consider effective
diseases. Whether one contemplates historical experiences with counter-terrorism strategies, including practical considerations for
smallpox, plague and cholera, or the contemporary challenges posed protecting critical functions of the state and private sector.
by new diseases like HIV/AIDS and SARS, it is clear that pathogenic
micro-organisms exercise a powerful influence over civilized CISS6008
humankind. The unit concentrates on areas in which human health Population and Security
and security concerns intersect most closely, including: biological Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
weapons proliferation; responses to fast-moving disease outbreaks Assessment: Research Review (20%); Oral and written presentation (50%);
of natural origin; safety and security in microbiology laboratories; and Research Brief (30%)
the relationships between infectious disease patterns, public health
capacity, state functioning and violent conflict. The overall aim of the
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This unit considers the importance of demographic factors in CISS6013

international security. It attempts to provide answers to the complex Middle East Conflict and Security
questions regarding how population changes affect security concerns. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
In particular it examines how population dynamics and characteristics Assessment: Essays (55%); policy brief (45%)
such as growth rates, fertility, mortality, age and ethnic structure might
The Middle East has been plagued for more than a century by a series
be linked to national and international security. Among topics covered
of national, ethnic and religious conflicts, reflecting shifting regional
will be key global population trends, differing world population
alliances, the unresolved legacy of the collapse of the Ottoman Empire
transitions, the significance of resource scarcity and environmental
and the end of colonial rule. This unit examines the causes and
degradation, the role of natural disasters, and the significance of ethnic
manifestation of intra and inter-state state conflict in the region today
and religious divisions. Case studies will be presented with respect
by starting with a theoretical framework for examining the process of
to how demographics may contribute to undermining the viability of
state-formation in the region and the particularities of the Middle East
modern states and the importance of population to security
as a region of developing states. The unit will focus first on some of
considerations in the Asia-Pacific region.
the specific challenges to the state across the region (such as tribalism,
political Islam, and the "oil curse") before examining several inter-state
CISS6009
conflicts, with a view of considering the probability of the region
Research Essay 1
becoming more peaceful in the foreseeable future.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Assessment: Research
Essay (100%)
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Entry into this unit
CISS6014
is by permission only. Human Security
Credit points: 6 Session: Summer Main Classes: Intensive (Summer): 6 days
This unit consists of a 6,000 word research essay under the guidance Assessment: Exam (20%); group report (30%) and presentation (20%); literature
of a supervisor from CISS. Normally it involves deeper study of a review (30%)
subject which the student has already covered in her/his degree. Entry
The UN Development Program's Human Development Report of 1994
into this unit is by permission only, and depends upon the availability
first proposed the concept of "human security". Often referred to as
of a CISS supervisor for the proposed topic and student's existing
"people-centered security" or "security with a human face", human
knowledge in the area. MCom, MBus, and MIntSec students can take
security places human beings - rather than states - at the focal point
this unit as a stand-alone elective unit. MIntSec students may also
of security considerations. This unit considers three faces of human
take this unit in conjunction with CISS6010 Research Essay 2, writing
security: freedom from want; freedom from fear, and freedom to live
a supervised dissertation of 10,000 - 12,000 words.
in dignity. It considers the contested nature of the concept and
assesses its value for understanding the development of the security
CISS6010
field. It will focus in particular on human security issues related to
Research Essay 2
terrorism, human trafficking, humanitarian intervention and the
essay (100%) responsibility to protect doctrine, as well as the framework of global
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Entry into this unit governance for advancing human security. The importance of
is by permission only. understanding the gender dimensions of human security will also be
a core feature of the unit.
This unit is the second of a two-part, supervised dissertation of 10,000
-12,000 words to be taken in conjunction with CISS6009 Research CISS6015
Essay 1. Entry into this unit is by permission only and requires the Alliances and Coalition Warfare
completion of a minimum of 4 units with an average of 75%, and upon Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
the availability of a CISS supervisor for the proposed topic. Assessment: Essays (80%); presentation (10%); participation (10%)
CISS6012 Alliances and coalitions are pivotal features of International Security.

Civil-Military Relations This unit interrogates these closely-related phenomena using a
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2a Classes: Intensive: 6 days 9am - 5pm combination of conceptual frameworks to analyse them, and empirical
Assessment: Participation (20%); essay (50%); exam (30%) case studies to illustrate them. The unit starts with an investigation in
the thorny definitional issues that surround the distinctions between
This unit assesses the nature and effectiveness of civil-military `alliance' and `coalition', then outlines the major conceptual theoretical
cooperation and coordination in preparing for, responding to, and works pertinent to examining these phenomena, such as `balance of
averting the impact of natural disasters (such as the 2004 tsunami) power', `intra-alliance politics', and `multinational operations'. Equipped
and conflict, particularly in Australia's nearer region. The new realities with these analytical tools the students will apply these concepts to a
of intra-state conflict and support to fragile states have seen Australia series of major cases studies of alliance management and coalition
commit increased resources to enhance prospects for stability and warfare operations. Case studies include World War I and II, The Cold
reduce population displacement, while promoting economic War (NATO/Warsaw Pact), The Gulf War (1991), the Balkan Wars
development and achievement of the Millennium Development Goals (Bosnia 1992-5, Kosovo 1999) and the current `global war on terror'
to reduce poverty. Students in this unit will examine the nexus between (i.e. operations in Iraq and Afghanistan).Through this process students
state-centric and human security, as well as the difficulties for military will gain both a conceptual and practical understanding of peacetime
forces and humanitarian actors in navigating the 'space' in which they alliance behaviour and the principles of conducting military operations
are co-located. Policies, principles and practices of the Australian alongside allies. Student presentations will include an emphasis upon
Government, the United Nations, and other key international actors Australia's role as an alliance/coalition partner in historical and
and non-government organisations are considered. Attention is also contemporary conflicts.
given to disaster risk reduction and peace-building strategies to help
minimise the severity of natural disasters and the reversion of fragile CISS6016
states into conflict. Focus is given to the problems and severity of Chinese Foreign and Security Policy
population displacement, and to the civil-military requirements to Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
implement population protection, particularly under the Responsibility Assessment: Class presentation (10%) and participation (10%); Book Report
to Protect framework. The overall aim of the unit is for students to (20%); Research Paper (60%)
gain a better understanding of the boundaries and complexities of
China's rise to regional and global prominence has attracted growing
civil-military relations in disaster and conflict situations, and to consider
attention in recent years. Scholars as well as policymakers debate
initiatives relevant to Australia.
and assess the implications of rising Chinese power for regional
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security and the international system.This seminar introduces students GOVT6119

to Chinese foreign and security policy, including its handling of International Security
major-power relations, its active pursuit of multilateral diplomacy in Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ben Goldsmith Session: Semester
regional organizations and participation in international peacekeeping 1 Classes: 1x2hr lecture-seminar/week Assessment: 3000wd essays (2x45%),
operations, and its changing perspectives on arms control, 3x30wd quizzes (10%)
disarmament, and non-proliferation. It begins with a brief history of This unit reviews developments in international security since before
phases in Chinese foreign and security policy and then gives an World War l, to recent events like September 11 and its aftermath.
overview of major theoretical approaches to the subject. These The principal focus is on developments since the end of the Cold War
theoretical perspectives are useful in examining a wide range of policy and the collapse of Communism. The unit takes account of traditional
issues, ranging from Chinese strategic modernization, security trends notions about the causes of war and the conditions of peace, as well
in the Taiwan Strait, civilmilitary relations, the Chinese foreign policy as changes in the structure and process of contemporary international
process, and the domestic sources of Chinese foreign and security relations.
policy. The course is taught as a seminar, with students expected to
write a book review, a research design and bibliography, and a final GOVT6139
research paper. Students will be required to do assigned reading, Research Design
participate actively in class discussions, make oral presentations of Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ariadne Vromen Session:
their book review and research paper, and serve as a discussant for Semester 1 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Assessment: 1x1500wd essay
one of their classmates' papers. (30%), 1x3000wd research proposal (50%), seminar participation (20%)
This unit will provide students with the fundamentals for constructing
CISS6017
and conducting effective research projects in the social sciences. An
Transnational Threats & Organised Crime
overview of social science inquiry will be presented through an
Credit points: 6 Session: Summer Early Classes: Intensive - 10 x 4hr lectures
Assessment: In-class exam (30%); essay (70%) examination of the diversity in theoretical and methodological
approaches used in research. This will include a focus on both primary
The unit provides a conceptual framework for understanding the research, using interviews and questionnaires, and secondary
evolving scope and dimension of transnational security in the research, using statistical databases, content analysis and textual
contemporary era. It includes an examination of the principal features analysis. Both quantitative and qualitative methods will be covered in
of the current global system that are serving to foster "grey area the unit, as will an overview of ethical practices associated with
phenomena", five specific threats that have received particular research design. The assessment will be based around constructing
attention in terms of their destabilizing potential (terrorism, weapons practical research projects that can be utilised in both university and
trafficking, drug smuggling, piracy and organized crime) and domestic workplace-based research.
and international policy challenges associated with responding to
transnational challenges. GOVT6316
Policy Making, Power and Politics
GOVT6103 Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Betsi Beem (S1); Prof Allan
Australia in Diplomacy, Defence & Trade McConnell (S2) Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x2 hr
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Bob Howard Session: Semester seminar/week Assessment: 1x1800wd essay (30%), 1x4000wd essay (50%),
2 Classes: 1x2hr seminar/week Assessment: 1x1.5hr mid-semester exam participation (20%)
(20%), 1x500wd essay proposal (10%), 1x4000wd essay (60%), participation
(10%) This unit focuses on the nature of public policy and the processes by
which it is produced. Relevant issues are common to all nation states,
This unit examines Australia's external relations through its foreign, although they take specific forms in each individual country. First, the
defence and trade policies from Federation until today. It will begin unit takes an overview of public policy - dealing with basic themes
with an overview of the theoretical tools for studying foreign policy such as 'What is policy?' through to different approaches to
and the institutions of Australia's external relations. Following an understanding the policy process. These include policy cycles,
examination of 'Continuity and Change' in Australia's foreign, defence rationality, interest groups, institutions, and socio-economic interests.
and trade policies over the past millennium, key regional and Second, it maps out and examines the main components of public
international relationships will be analysed and the questions of policy making: actors, institutions and policy instruments. Third, it
national borders and international legal obligations examined. The focuses on aspects of policy-making processes which often attract a
final weeks of the unit will consider Australia's response to high level of attention from analysts. These include problem definition,
contemporary global issues such as the 'War on Terror'; the agenda setting, decision-taking, policy implementation, policy
environment; nuclear affairs; and Australia's place in the global evaluation and crisis policy-making. Fourth, it examines wider issues
economy today. in terms of the state and who ultimately holds power over the making
and shaping of public policy. Finally, it examines the 'bigger pictures'
GOVT6136 of long term policy trends, and the extent to which national policy
Asia Pacific Politics making capacities and processes have been affected by globalisation.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Justin Hastings Session: Semester Assessments offer a large element of flexibility, allowing students to
1 Classes: 1x2hr lecture-seminar/week Assessment: 1x1000wd issue brief concentrate on areas of particular interest.
(20%), 1x3000wd essay (50%), 1x2hr exam (30%)
This unit is organised around the upsurge in regional economic and IBUS5001
security cooperation within East Asia and the more nebulous Asia Strategy, Innovation and Global Business
Pacific in the last 15 years. It also looks at academic efforts to define Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
East Asia and the Asia Pacific as regions. The first part of the unit per week Assessment: Individual assignment (30%); Group assignment (30%);
covers the domestic similarities in East Asia and what these mean for
East Asian and Asia-Pacific regionalism. The second part of the unit This unit focuses on the application of strategic thinking in key
covers efforts to develop regional institutions like APEC and ASEAN business contexts with a particular focus on the global nature of
and the role of these institutions in spurring regionalism. While the business. Specific attention is given to: (i) the identification and
Asia Pacific and its sub-regions are the focus of the unit, both domestic managing of new business opportunites both for entrepreneurial
and global economic and political forces are fully integrated into start-ups and for new ventures that emerge within a corporate setting;
discussions. The unit provides critical insights into the reasons for the (ii) business model innovation as a basis for new ventures and
upsurge in regional economic and security cooperation, its likely business growth; (iii) the identification and managing of the specific
trajectory and how East Asia and the Asia-Pacific are defined.
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challenges and risks presented by operating in a global business This unit examines the motivation and meaning behind the claim that
environment. the United States of America is an exception nation. What exactly is
an exceptional nation? Is the US exceptional or just different? How
LAWS6062 has the idea of exceptionalism evolved throughout American history?
International Law-the Use of Armed Force What are the implications or consequences of exceptionalism? To
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Ms Alison Pert Session: Semester what extent and in what ways has the idea of exceptionalism shaped
1 Classes: (1x2hr lec)/wk Assessment: 1x8000wd research essay (100%) US history and influences America's relationship with the rest of the
The objectives of this unit are: understand and gain a sound knowledge world?
of the legal principles and rules governing the resort to armed force
by States; be able to analyse a complex factual situation, recognise
the issues arising, and determine the international legal rights and Course rules and resolutions
responsibilities of the parties involved; and gain awareness and
understanding of current issues relating to the use of force and United Master of International Security
Nations practice in matters affecting international peace and security.
The legal principles and rules governing the resort to force by States; Graduate Diploma in International Security
operation of the relevant provisions of the United Nations Charter
dealing with the use of force, self-defence and collective security; Graduate Certificate in International
relevant state practice in interpreting the United Nations Charter; the Security
legal issues arising from the use of force against terrorism; the "Bush
Doctrine" of pre-emptive self-defence and its legality under These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
international law; legality of the use of force to assist rebels; the role
of the United Nations in peace-building, peace-making, peace-keeping, Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
and peace enforcement; and the legal issues arising from humanitarian (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
intervention and the emerging principle of the responsibility to protect. amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
This unit does not cover the law regulating the conduct of armed and Plagiarism.
conflict (jus in bello), which is the subject of the separate unit
LAWS6218 International Humanitarian Law. Course resolutions
TPTM6390 1 Course codes
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Jersey Seipel Session: Semester 1 Code Course title
Assessment: Individual essay (25%), group report and presentation (25%), FC059 Master of International Security
final examination (50%) FF051 Graduate Diploma in International Security
Logistics in humanitarian aid projects has long been an overlooked FG014 Graduate Certificate in International Security
factor in the efficient and effective delivery of help to victims of war,
natural disasters and epidemics. With increased media coverage and
the rise of the "CNN-factor" of humanitarian assistance to countries 2 Attendance pattern
such as Sudan, Congo, Haiti, Afghanistan and Iraq, professional
logistics and supply chain management for humanitarian aid missions The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
has taken a place in the spotlight and is more and more recognised according to candidate choice.
as one of the core components of all successful relief efforts. Unstable
security environments, long and fragile supply lines, time constraints 3 Master's type
and access restrictions often add to the pressure on logistics managers
to deliver aid where it is most needed. This unit offers an introduction The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional
into the complex and challenging world of logistics in humanitarian master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
aid projects by case-studies of real emergencies, group exercises
and discussion of mission parameters based on experience from the 4 Embedded courses in this sequence
field.
USSC6903 (a) the Master of International Security
(b) the Graduate Diploma in International Security
US Foreign and National Security Policy
(c) the Graduate Certificate in International Security
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr David Smith Session: Semester (2) Providing candidates satisfy the admission requirements for
2 Classes: 1x2-hr class/week Assessment: class participation (10%),
each stage, a candidate may progress to the award of any
1x3000wd essay (45%) and 1x2hr exam (45%)
Note: Previous study in US politics is required in order to complete this unit of
study.
This unit will examine US foreign and security policy formulation and 5 Admission to candidature
implementation throughout the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. It
will consider US military policy, foreign economic policy, foreign energy (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
and resource policy, policy on human rights and democracy overseas, on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
and US responses to the proliferation of WMD and trans-national (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
terrorism.The unit will conclude by examining US foreign and defence
policy in the aftermath of 9/11, the Iraq War, and other contemporary the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
security challenges facing the US. (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
by the Faculty;
USSC6907 (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
American Exceptionalism and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x2-hr seminar/week (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
Assessment: class participation (10%), 1x3000wd essay (45%), 1x2hr exam
(45%)
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out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: International
Security coursework programs.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of International Security
a candidate must complete 60 credit points, including:
(b) 42 credit points of elective units of study, with at least
24 credit points from Section A.
International Security a candidate must complete 36 credit
points, including:
(b) 18 credit points of elective units of study, with at least
12 credit points from Section A.
International Security a candidate must complete 24 credit
points, including:
(b) 6 credit points of elective unit of study from Section
A of the table of units of study.
7 Course transfer
beyond this time.
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28. Postgraduate coursework programs: Logistics

Management
This section outlines the Logistics Management postgraduate Credit points required for completion and duration of
coursework programs offered by Institute of Transport and Logistics courses
Studies in the Faculty of Economics and Business, as follows:
Course title Credit Duration (minimum)
points
1. Master of Logistics Management
Master of Logistics 48 1 year full-time
Management
2. Graduate Diploma in Logistics 2 years part-time
Management Graduate Diploma in Logistics

Management
36 1 year full-time
1.5 years part-time
3. Graduate Certificate in Logistics Graduate Certificate in
LogisticsManagement
24 0.5 years full-time
1 year part-time
Management
For details of the combined Master of Logistics Management Course structures and progressions
coursework programs please refer to the relevant sections as follows:
Course requirements
• For the Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics Management
please refer to Postgraduate combined coursework master’s 1. Master of Logistics Management
programs: Commerce and Logistics Management To be awarded the Master of Logistics Management, students
• For the Master of International Business and Master of Logistics complete eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising:
Management please refer to Postgraduate combined coursework
master’s programs: International Business and Logistics • four core units of study (24 credit points)
Management • four elective units of study (24 credit points).
• For the Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport
Management please refer to Postgraduate combined coursework 2. Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management
master’s programs: Logistics Management and Transport To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management,
Management
students complete six units of study (36 credit points), comprising:
Overview of the courses • four core units of study (24 credit points)
• two elective units of study (12 credit points).
code code abbreviation 3. Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management
FC037 031433G MLogMan Master of Logistics Management To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management,
FF037 031424F GradDipLogMan Graduate Diploma in Logistics students complete four units of study (24 credit points), comprising:
Management
FG009 031435E GradCertLogMan Graduate Certificate in Logistics • three core units of study (18 credit points)
Management • one elective unit of study (six credit points).
Logistics at Sydney is offered by the Institute of Transport and Logistics Core units of study
Studies (ITLS) in the Faculty of Economics and Business. ITLS is an The following four units of study (24 credit points) are compulsory for
Australian Key Centre and world class research centre with strong students enrolled in the Master’s degree and the Graduate Diploma.
industry links and a key role in developing innovative ideas in logistics
For the Graduate Certificate, students complete only TPTM5001,
and supply chain management policy (sydney.edu.au/business/itls).
TPTM6115 and TPTM6495 (18 credit points).
Our programs focus on management and operations, developing
• TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management (foundation
specialist skills in: applying the concepts, techniques and principles unit) *
that underlie logistics and supply chain management; understanding • TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics
the relationships between business processes within and between • TPTM6495 Analysis Tools for Transport and Logistics
organisations; using systems approaches to solve business problems; • TPTM6170 Value Chain Management (capstone unit) *
and managing the impact of current and future trends in logistics
management on business processes. * Note. Students complete the foundation unit, TPTM5001, in their
first semester of enrolment and the capstone unit, TPTM6170, in their
final semester of enrolment.

Elective units of study 3. Graduate Certificate in Transport Management

Students enrolled in the individual Logistics Management courses The following table illustrates a course progression example for a
must choose their electives as follows: student enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management
on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points)
• Master’s degree: four elective units (24 credit points) per semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
• Graduate Diploma: two elective units (12 credit points)
'Semester').
• Graduate Certificate: one elective unit (six credit points)
• TPTM6130 Transport and Logistics Management Year Sem Units of study

TPTM6160 Aviation Management and Logistics 1 1 TPTM5001 TPTM6495 TPTM6115 elective
• TPTM6180 Geographical Information Systems Logistics and Analysis Tools Organisational
• TPTM6190 Logistics Systems Supply Chain for Transport Logistics
Management and Logistics
• TPTM6210 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
• TPTM6222 Railway Planning and Operations Please Note: The information listed in these examples is based on
• TPTM6224 Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems the unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
• TPTM6240 Public Transport Policy and Planning Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
• TPTM6241 Transport Modes and Systems in different sequences to that which is listed above (including enrolling
• TPTM6260 International Logistics in units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available).
• TPTM6270 Innovations in Logistics and Supply Chains Students are advised to plan their course based upon their individual
• TPTM6300 Research Project I (Master's students only) needs and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they
• TPTM6310 Project Management in Supply Chains
need any assistance in planning their progression in their degree.
• TPTM6350 Strategic Transport Modelling
• TPTM6360 Traffic Systems Management and Control
• TPTM6370 Manufacturing Logistics Units of study for the Logistics Management
• TPTM6380 Retail Logistics Management coursework programs
• TPTM6425 Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data General information relating to unit of study offerings
• TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the
• TPTM6450 Transport Policy time of printing of this handbook.
• TPTM6470 Sustainable Transport and Logistic Systems.
The Faculty of Economics and Business website
Progression guides (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up to date
The following tables show course progression examples for a student information on unit of study availability or other requirements.
enrolled in the Logistics Management Master’s degree, Graduate Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website
Diploma or Graduate Certificate. (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units
of study are run subject to demand.
1. Master of Logistics Management
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either
student enrolled in the Master of Logistics Management on a full-time Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive
basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points) per semester. mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
(Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
1 1 TPTM5001 elective elective TPTM6495 be offered
Logistics and Analysis Tools
Supply Chain for Transport Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
Management and Logistics Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
Late (44) session
2 TPTM6115 elective elective TPTM6170
Organisational Value Chain Winter School: Winter Main (11) the unit of study will be offered
Logistics Management intensively in the Winter School
session
2. Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management
under:
student enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management
on a full-time basis undertaking three units of study (18 credit points) 1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Logistics Management
per semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem.' is an abbreviation for coursework programs
'Semester'). 2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Logistics Management
coursework programs
1 1 TPTM5001 elective TPTM6495
Logistics and Analysis Tools for
Supply Chain Transport and
Management Logistics
2 TPTM6115 elective TPTM6170
Organisational Value Chain
Logistics Management
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1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Logistics Management coursework programs

points
Core units of study
(i) Master's degree and Graduate Diploma students must complete all four core units of study (24 credit points).
(ii) Graduate Certificate students must complete the following three core units of study (18 credit points): TPTM5001, TPTM6115 and TPTM6495.
Logistics
(i) Master's degree students must complete four elective units of study (24 credit points).
(ii) Graduate Diploma studnets must complete two elective units of study (12 credit points).
(iii) Graduate Certificate students must compelte one elective unit of study (six credit points).
Maritime Logistics
SCM
Railway Planning and Operations
Systems
TPTM6240 6 Summer Main
Public Transport Policy and Planning
TPTM6241 6 This is the foundation unit for all transport management programs and should be completed Semester 1
Transport Modes and Systems in the first period of study. Semester 2
Chains
TPTM6300 6 P Average of 75% in three TPTM units Semester 1
Research Project I Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 2
Chains
TPTM6350 6 A MS Excel skills, regression based modelling Semester 2
Strategic Transport Modelling C TPTM6495
TPTM6360 6 A Basic knowledge of analytical techniques and basic statistics. Semester 2
Traffic Systems Management and C TPTM6495
Control
Projects
TPTM6425 6 A Basic knowledge of statistics and mathematics. Semester 1
Collecting, Managing and Assessing C TPTM6495
Data
TPTM6450 6 C TPTM6241 Semester 1
Transport Policy This is the capstone unit for all transport management programs and should be completed in Semester 2
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points
Systems
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Logistics Management coursework programs


3 attends to organisational structure, culture and strategic change
TPTM5001 management. The integration of these 3 parts would provide
Logistics and Supply Chain Management participants with the knowledge and skills to manage his/her
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Semester 1, organisation effectively particularly in the transport and logistic
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for industries.
further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (35%), group project
TPTM6130
should be completed in the first period of study. Students with extensive practical Transport and Logistics Management
experience in the logistics industry may apply to substitute another unit for Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester
TPTM5001.Please provide a CV and covering email outlining your experience 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
to Professor David Walters david.walters@sydney.edu.au. Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) readiness assurance tests
Logistics and supply chain management are foundation blocks of any (20%) and individual presentation (15%), take home examination (20%).
coordinate the movement of materials, information and cash through This unit provides an essential set of skills for the management of the
its business, and those of partner organisations, it is unlikely to transport and logistics system for both the private and public sector
outperform its competitors. Furthermore organisations rarely compete and across all modes in the freight and passenger sectors. The unit
as fully integrated organisations; typically they are part of increasingly provides an introduction to transport and logistics issues that benefit
interdependent networks. The operational disciplines of the successful from an understanding of key economic ideas. This unit does not
organisation are responsible for developing and managing its response require a previous background in economics. The unit is divided into
to market opportunities, and supply chain management is the key to a number of modules: travel demand and choice; costing, performance
a successful response. This unit provides the foundation for and benchmarking, strategic assessment of transport
understanding of these two important concepts for logistics and supply distribution-related policy instruments; pricing and infrastructure and
chain management. It offers sound grounding in terms, concepts, freight systems management. Examples and case studies are drawn
techniques and principles that underlie logistics and supply chain from the freight and passenger sectors as well as all modes of
management, exploring both concepts and demonstrating how together transport. The specialised rigour will provide appropriate training for
these contribute towards a strategically effective and operationally tackling other topics, in other units, in more detail beyond these three
efficient organisation. This is the foundation unit of study for all logistics modules. The material is of especial relevance to majors in transport
and supply chain management programs and majors. and logistics.
TPTM6115 TPTM6160
Organisational Logistics Aviation Management and Logistics
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Werner Delfmann Session:
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok
further details. Assessment: Class participation (10%), group case study work
Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class test (25%), group
(35%), group research work including presentations (35%), final examination
assignment (25%), in-class group debate (10%), in-class group case analysis
(20%)
(5%), final examination (35%)
The aim of this unit is to provide an integrated approach to both micro The aviation industry is changing rapidly with resulting commercial
and macro aspects of organisational behaviour particularly related to opportunities in airlines and airports. Participants in this course will
the transport and logistic industries. The unit examines actions at develop an understanding of the economics of operating airlines and
three different levels of analysis: the individual, the group and the airports and the implications of competitive strategies for the
organisation and is divided into three parts. Part 1 covers the strategic development of hubs and networks. Airline topics include airline
thinking and the general environment affecting the work place. It also strategies, marketing, the formation and management of alliances,
examines the fundamentals of individual at work. Part 2 focuses on yield/revenue management, travel sales and distribution. The growth
leadership, work teams, and power and conflict in organisations. Part in air traffic in the region is placing strains on airport capacity and the
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course covers forecasting, airport planning, externalities of airports, taught in lecture and lab formats and will in addition involve significant
pricing airport use, investment decisions, and the role of the private self instruction.
sector in airport development and operation. The course involves
individual work. TPTM6200
Maritime Logistics
TPTM6170 Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ada Suk-Fung Ng Session:
Value Chain Management Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor David Walters Session:
project (group contribution (30%), individual(10%)), ongoing quizzes and class
Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to
participation (15%), essay (15%), case study report (20%)
timetable for further details. Assessment: Tutorials (2) (30%), quizzes (4) (30%),
The growth of international trade and the globalisation of production
Note: This is the capstone unit for all logistics management programs and should
be completed in the last period of study.
have considerably increased the impact of international and maritime
logistics. Trade growth has resulted in a rapid increase of shipping
Australian businesses are increasingly working as components of value and tonnage led by containerized trade. Containers and
value chain networks and the key focus of this unit is to introduce the intermodal transportation have improved the efficiency of global supply
concepts of what has been identified as the "New Economy Business chains allowing for an efficient, quicker and more economical flow of
Model". It explores the concepts using examples and case studies. cargo. This course is designed to familiarize students with the special
The changes to facilitate this are not just sales and marketing driven, characteristics of the maritime industry in general and the container
but encompass design and development, production and distribution shipping industry in particular. The course includes topics such as
in a holistic business model. Products and services now have multiple Global trade and maritime logistics, port operations, port competition,
applications and business organisations are redefining their core liner alliances, fleet management, liner routing and scheduling,
capabilities and processes. In other words "value chain networks" are intermodalism and port security.
competing with each other. At the industry level value chains can be
seen as business network structures, or confederations, that are TPTM6210
developing from traditional corporations. Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Winter Main
TPTM6180 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
Geographical Information Systems Assessment: Individual assignment (35%), group project presentation and
report (30%), final examination (35%)
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Stephen Greaves
Session: Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to Reverse logistics has become a process within supply chain
GIS software (25%), team project using GIS software (group contribution (25%),
management receiving increased focus as a result of: amplified
individual (10%)), team presentation (group contribution (10%), individual (5%)), consumer demand; pressure from environmental groups; the desire
final examination (25%) to create closed loop supply chain systems; political motivations; and,
legislation. It is import when designing supply chains to view and
establishing potential demand for a new bus service). Students will
also gain knowledge of how open-source GIS software (e.g., Google TPTM6222
Maps, Google Streets) can be used to analyse spatial problems. By Railway Planning and Operations
the end of the course, students will be able to conduct and evaluate Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Nigel Harris Session: Winter Main
a GIS case study in terms of implementation of a data model, the use Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
of appropriate GIS tools and techniques, benefits and barriers of the Assessment: Generalised cost exercise (25%), public transport network
implemented system, and how the system could be improved. This modelling exercise (25%), group project presentation: business plan (20%),
group project report: business plan (30%)
unit will appeal to all students interested in the spatial impact of
decisions. There has been increasing interest in railways in recent years as a
transport solution for both passengers and freight, and rail's modal
TPTM6190 share has been rising in many key markets. Problems of inadequate
Logistics Systems capacity are now arising, as much as problems of financial
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Collins Session: Semester self-sufficiency, and these problems require a good understanding of
further details. Assessment: Demand forecasting computer examination (20%),
what solutions are available, and (perhaps more importantly in an
descriptive techniques and evaluation techniques computer examination (20%), University context) why. This unit therefore offers an in depth
inventory management computer examination (20%), Odessey2Go computer examination of concepts pertaining to railway management, economics
examination (20%), optimisation individual report (20%) and planning. Importantly, it moves on to explain how these are applied
This unit provides an in-depth introduction to various analytical tools, in practical situations, and gives participants an opportunity to
techniques and software which are useful in the design and day to demonstrate their understanding through a range of exercises.
day operations of logistics organisations and integrated supply chains.
TPTM6224
Emphasis in the unit is on which tools (in particular, students will be
Intelligent Transport & Logistic Systems
exposed to Enterprise Resource Planning tool) to use and when to
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Christopher Skinner Session:
use them in order to improve the overall performance and reduce Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
costs in operating within supply chains. The unit will be taught from further details. Assessment: Individual reports (40%), group reports (20%),
a managerial performance, addressing issues such as better short-answer test (20%), individual essay (20%)
forecasting, inventory management and transportation. The unit is
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In this ever changing world, transportation and logistics professionals mid-term examination (15%), group assignment (20%), group class case study
require knowledge and expertise of how advanced technologies can (10%), final examination (30%)
enhance the safety, security, sustainability and efficiency of their The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive
operations. This Unit of Study will provide knowledge and arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market
understanding of intelligent transport systems [ITS], intelligent vehicle and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to
systems (Telematics) and supply-chain and other intelligent logistic maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international
systems. The Unit includes closely related material on Information operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very
and Communications Technology [ICT], especially wireless strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from
communications, location-based services and distributed information inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design
processing in advanced intelligent networks. Advanced sensor devices and those associated with aspects of international transport, and
and interfaces are discussed with their strengths and limitations. location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in
Applicable modelling and analysis techniques are experienced in international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure,
tutorial exercises and assignments. The Unit aims to prepare the and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with
student for a role in transport and logistics systems project design examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere. This unit
and performance assessment, including the ability to communicate does not assume any prior knowledge of logistics on the part of the
effectively with specialist development agencies. Business case student. As such it is useful for students studying International
analysis and risk management are related to systems definition, Business/International Law who may wish to gain a strategic overview
development planning and execution. The Unit includes a visiting of the role of logistics in international trade and commerce.
speaker and actual or virtual visits to Sydney transport & logistics
control centres. Tutorial sessions discuss topical international TPTM6270
transport& logistics projects and analyses from a systems perspectives. Innovations in Logistics & Supply Chains
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Robert Ogulin Session: Winter
TPTM6240 Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further
Public Transport Policy and Planning details. Assessment: Research and analysis group research paper (20%),
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Corinne Mulley Session: group presentation (20%), take home examination (50%), class participation
Summer Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for (10%)
further details. Assessment: News diary (15%), critical literature review (40%),
group presentation (35%), field trip report (10%) The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive
arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market
Having relevance to all areas of transport, urban planning, public and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to
administration and passenger logistics, this unit provides an maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international
understanding of the characteristics of public transport systems and operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very
creates a framework to analyse public transport performance. It strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from
considers topics relevant to an appreciation of public transport inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design
operations and the role of public transport in the overall transport and those associated with aspects of international transport, and
'offer'. The key focus is to instil a broad understanding of the concepts, location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in
issues and impacts of public transport for intra- and inter-urban areas international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure,
and for rural areas. Within the context of an analytical framework, this and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with
unit builds an appreciation of the importance, the drivers and the examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere.
problems of achieving efficient operation of transport systems. Public
transport management is heavily influenced by the regulatory and TPTM6300
institutional framework and the financial environment in which public Research Project I
transport operates: these key issues are explored to explain why Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: This subject has
countries/states have different levels and types of public transport. no class requirements. It is research based. Assessment: Proposal (15%);
Interim Report (20%); Final Report and Presentation (65%)
TPTM6241 Note: Department permission required for enrolment.
Transport Modes and Systems The purpose of this amendment is to offer students undertaking the
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester Master of Logistics Management and/or the Master of Transport
further details. Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) (30%), group Management under the new 10 unit of study program structure the
strategic scenario design and presentation (5) with individual assessment opportunity for a 12 credit point dissertation route with a word length
component (30%), individual report (10%), team project with group report with (12,000 words) in line with Academic Board guidelines, when this unit
individual assessment component (30%) of study is taken in conjunction with TPTM6330 Research Project II.
Note: This is the foundation unit for all transport management programs and This will provide graduates with an articulation route to a higher degree
should be completed in the first period of study.
by research (MPhil or PhD) or the opportunity for specialised research
This unit offers students a comprehensive knowledge of the physical equipping enter the logistics or transport professions, whether in the
and economic structure of each of the fundamental modes of transport public or the private sector, giving them an edge over those who have
for private and commercial stakeholders. In this fundamental not had the opportunity to obtain both a broad based exposure to the
introductory unit, each mode - road, rail, air and sea - is presented field as well as an in-depth learning experience in a specialisation of
from economic and market intelligence perspectives, giving students their choosing.
vital information on what drives passenger and freight behaviour and
how the modes are interlinked. Students will participate actively, TPTM6310
learning intelligent and strategic transport decision-making and Project Management in Supply Chains
communication skills through a series of team-based strategic Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ada Suk-Fung Ng Session:
activities. These skills will improve students' ability to perform well in Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 5 lecture days (9am-5pm), 2 half day
workshops. Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Mid-term
subsequent units and ultimately in their transport or logistics careers. examination (20%), group project (group contribution (30%), individual (30%)),
laboratory workshops (15%) and class participation (5%).
TPTM6260
International Logistics Project management is an emerging management tool that can be
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok applied to projects in various industries. This course focuses on project
Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. management skills with the application in logistics and supply chain
Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (25%), projects. A combination of lectures and case studies will be used for
demonstrating project management theories and strategies. Front-end
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planning is critical to project success. Planning consumes only a TPTM6380

fraction of project monies yet locks in major decisions with profound Retail Logistics Management
ramifications for the whole of project life and the end results to the Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Gareth Jude Session: Summer Main,
changes in supply chains. Project success is based on the ability of Winter Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
project managers to lead their teams to finish their project on time, further details. Assessment: In class quiz (1) (5%), individual essay (30%), in
class test (2) (5%), group project (20%), group presentation (10%), final
on (or under) budget and to the specified quality. Therefore, practical examination (30%)
knowledge of Microsoft Project, a software tool which is commonly
used by project managers, will be covered to enhance practical skills Logistics management in retailing organisations is a critical activity.
on project planning and tracking. For many fast moving consumer goods retailing companies, logistics
management is a major process in delivering customer value and
TPTM6350 containing operating costs. Typically retailers operate on low margins
Strategic Transport Modelling and as logistics costs are a large proportion of their total costs the
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr John Rose Session: Semester 2 topic is of extreme importance. This unit considers a number of related
Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details. decision areas such as; the changing retail environment and its
Assessment: Mode choice and traffic assignment (25%), group trip generation implications for logistics management; developing and implementing
and trip distribution project (25%), group project (25%), final examination (25%)
a merchandise strategy; sourcing and procurement; deciding upon
This unit introduces the conventional four-step travel forecasting store outlet numbers and their catchment locations, in-store format
procedure in addition to land-use forecasting, as currently applied in strategies; the role of customer service; and, customer communications
urban areas throughout the world.The main topics include an overview decisions. For each of these key decision areas the implications for
of the transport planning system, network construction, data logistics is an important consideration.The unit will also present current
requirements, trip generation models, trip distribution models, mode approaches to information management and performance
choice models, highway paths and assignment, transit paths and management and evaluation.
assignment, validation and acceptance testing, and forecasting. The
unit will also include practical demonstrations using transportation TPTM6390
forecasting software. The unit will be of particular value to students Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects
majoring in transportation and logistics planning. The focus is on the Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Jersey Seipel Session: Semester 1
application of statistical models in real world settings. Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
TPTM6360
Traffic Systems Management and Control Logistics in humanitarian aid projects has long been an overlooked
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session: factor in the efficient and effective delivery of help to victims of war,
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for natural disasters and epidemics. With increased media coverage and
further details. Assessment: Individual homework assignments (30%), literature the rise of the "CNN-factor" of humanitarian assistance to countries
review report (20%), analysis/design group project (30%), group presentation
(15% - 5% individual component), class attendance and participation (5%) such as Sudan, Congo, Haiti, Afghanistan and Iraq, professional
logistics and supply chain management for humanitarian aid missions
This unit provides students with an understanding of the major roles, has taken a place in the spotlight and is more and more recognised
responsibilities and technical capabilities of traffic engineering as one of the core components of all successful relief efforts. Unstable
professionals, required by both public and private sector employers security environments, long and fragile supply lines, time constraints
in this field. The following topics are covered: (1) a framework/context and access restrictions often add to the pressure on logistics managers
for traffic engineering and management, which forms the basis for to deliver aid where it is most needed. This unit offers an introduction
subsequent modules; (2) the characteristics and limitations of road into the complex and challenging world of logistics in humanitarian
users (humans and vehicles), which underpin engineering aid projects by case-studies of real emergencies, group exercises
considerations; (3) basic traffic variables (speed, density, flow) and and discussion of mission parameters based on experience from the
analytical techniques such as gap acceptance, capacity analysis and field.
shockwave analysis; (4) introduction to geometric design of traffic
system elements (roads, intersections) for a variety of road users; (5) TPTM6425
management of the arterial and local road network (traffic calming); Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data
and (6) travel demand management in the interest of transport Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session:
sustainability. The course will be of particular value to students Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 8am-4pm. Refer to timetable for
majoring in transportation, logistics and urban planning and design. further details. Assessment: Mathematical homeworks (3) (45%), survey design
(15%), pop quizzes (4) (20%), viva examination (20%)
TPTM6370 This unit introduces students to the concepts of designing and

Manufacturing Logistics implementing data collection procedures, particularly through surveys
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor David Walters Session: of human populations. The unit introduces simple sample designs,
Summer Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for and covers the design of data-collection instruments, protocols for
further details. Assessment: Individual essay (40%), quizzes (4) (30%), group
project (30%) undertaking surveys of human populations, pilot surveys and pre-tests,
survey ethics, survey administration, coding and archiving of data,
This unit provides an overview of theory and practice in the fast computation of sampling errors and population statistics, response
changing area of manufacturing and the logistics implications of rates and other measures of survey quality, and validation of survey
emerging manufacturing strategies and operations.The developments data. The unit also includes discussion of applications of advanced
in global businesses are impacting on the discipline of business technology to surveys, such as Internet surveys, surveys using GPS
logistics. New business models are being developed, many of them devices, and other remote sensing techniques. The unit is of particular
in the Asia/Pacific region. This unit considers the changes occurring value to students majoring in transport, logistics, marketing and urban
in manufacturing and explores the challenges confronting this planning.
discipline.The unit complements other topics covered within the Master
of Logistics and is essential to the practical orientation of the degree. TPTM6440
The case study approach and guest lecturers will provide International Freight Transportation
up-to-the-moment content on this dynamic topic. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Frederic Horst Session: Summer
group assignment (30%)
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This unit seeks to give students an understanding of the dynamics of of analysis on information collected from a wide range of sources.
the express, air freight and shipping business. The course will discuss This unit of study provides an introduction to the theory and principles
underlying drivers of international trade flows and the demand for of quantitative analysis of transport and logistics markets through
capacity in different freight transport modes, as well as industry lectures, computer workshops, and practical assessments requiring
structure, regulatory environment and market access. Building on this the analysis of various types of data. Through classes and
background the course will highlight the implications for profitable air assessments designed to specifically teach students how to undertake
cargo and shipping operations. Particular focus will be given to fleet quantitative research in a practical manner, students will be able to
and network planning, revenue and cost management. The material conduct their own quantitative analysis of transport and logistic market
covered in the course will take into account recent developments in places.
global and regional economic activity and discuss implications for the
TPTM6450
Transport Policy Master of Logistics Management
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session:
timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual essays (2) (50%), news Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management
diary (10%), viva examination (20%), team debate (20%)
Note: This is the capstone unit for all transport management programs and Graduate Certificate in Logistics
should be completed in the last period of study.
Management
This unit introduces students to the basic concepts of transport policy These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
and decision making, including a look at the make-up of the transport University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
sector, relationships between planning, design, decision-making, and the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
policy, the sources of funding for transport, organisation of the Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
transport sector, the nature of decision making, the development of (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
policy, and the relationships among short-term, long-term, and strategic amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
planning.The unit introduces and discusses a number of contemporary and Plagiarism.
policy issues, such as congestion, greenhouse gas emissions,
transport and obesity, investment in public transport, road user
Course resolutions
charging, other environmental impacts of transport, sustainable
transport systems, etc. This unit is of particular value to students 1 Course codes
majoring in transport, logistics, marketing and urban planning.
Code Course title
TPTM6470 FC037 Master of Logistics Management
Sustainable Transport & Logistic Systems FF037 Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management
Session: Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to FG009 Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management
pop quizzes (25%), team project with group (25%) and individual (10%)
How can we accommodate the rapidly expanding movement of
passengers and freight in a way that is environmentally and socially The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
sustainable into the future? This unit introduces students to the major according to candidate choice.
environmental issues that must be considered in contemporary
transport and logistics operations including climate change, regional 3 Master's type
and local air pollution, noise pollution and safety. The focus then turns
to specific modes, focusing initially on passenger transport, where we The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional
identify the major trends working against sustainability and the range
of regulatory, behavioural, pricing, and voluntary strategies available
4 Embedded courses in this sequence
to try to reverse these trends. We then introduce the notion of 'green'
logistics and what regulators and companies can/should be doing to
facilitate more sustainable practices in the shipment of freight. We (a) the Master of Logistics Management
then consider the issues/challenges around sustainable aviation and (b) the Graduate Diploma in Logistics Management
international shipping practice. Finally, we consider the critical issue (c) the Graduate Certificate in Logistics Management
of safety and what strategies have/could be employed to mitigate the (2) Providing candidates satisfy the admission requirements for
impacts. Throughout the unit, we focus on what is going on in both each stage, a candidate may progress to the award of any
the developed and emerging world nations, where the challenges are of the courses in this sequence. Only the longest award
potentially on a different order of magnitude. The unit is of particular completed will be conferred.
value to students majoring in transport, logistics, environmental
planning, and urban planning. 5 Admission to candidature
TPTM6495 (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked

Analysis Tools for Transport & Logistics on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Matthew Beck Session: Semester
1, Semester 2 Classes: 5 x 3 hour lectures, 6 x 3 hour computer tutorials. Refer
to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class multiple choice quizzes the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
(5) (15%), computer exam (30%), group assignment (25%), final examination the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
(30%) (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
by the Faculty;
Quantitative analysis is a key activity in developing successful business (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
strategies in the areas of transportation and logistics management. and
Successful business strategies are generally based on diverse forms (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
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out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Logistic
Management.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Logistics
Management a candidate must complete 48 credit points,
including:
(3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Logistics
including:
Logistics Management a candidate must complete 24 credit
points, including:
7 Course transfer
requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016, or later
date as the faculty may, in special circumstances, approve.
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29. Postgraduate coursework programs: Management
This section outlines the Management coursework programs offered Progression guide
through the Faculty of Economics and Business. The information The Master of Management will involve a minimum of two and a half
relating to these courses is set out as follows: (2.5) semesters of full-time intensive study. Students will follow a
recommended sequence as there is progressive learning.
1. Master of Management
2. Master of Management (CEMS) The sequence of study is outlined in the following tables:
1. Master of Management (i) Master of Management - first semester of enrolment
Overview of the degree Unit code Unit name Credit

points
Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation MMGT6001 Strategy and Entrepreneurship 6
FC063 063099G MMgt MMGT6002 Managerial Economics 6
MMGT6003 Accounting and Financial Management 6
The Master of Management is specifically developed to meet the MMGT6011 Team Work and Innovation 6
needs of high achieving recent graduates from both business and
non-business backgrounds. (ii) Master of Management - second semester of enrolment
The Master of Management is a 12 month, full-time degree designed Unit code Unit name Credit
to help provide students with the skills, knowledge, and experience points
needed for career advancement in their chosen field. MMGT6005 International and Cross Cultural Management 6
Distinctive features of this degree include small class sizes, a highly MMGT6006 Corporate Governance and Regulation 6
interactive learning environment, direct involvement of corporate MMGT6007 International Logistics and Operations Management 6
partners (inside and outside the classroom), and a focus - across all MMGT6008 Marketing Management in the Global Environment 6
the specifically designed units of study - on solving real-world business
problems. Students will work directly in a leading company on a (iii) Master of Management - third semester of enrolment
business project as part of this degree. (Full-time for half a semester)
Credit points required for completion and duration Unit code Unit name Credit
points
Credit points Duration (minimum) MMGT6009 MMgt Business Project A 6
60 2.5 semesters full-time intensive study MMGT6010 MMgt Business Project B 6
Degree structure and progression The business project is designed to be completed over a five to seven
week period and will be offered in intensive mode during summer
Degree requirements school, winter school and the first half of the first semester.
To qualify for the award of Master of Management, a student
completes 10 core units of study totalling 60 credit points. 2. Master of Management (CEMS)
Core units of study Overview of the degree
• MMGT6001 Strategy and Entrepreneurship Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation
• MMGT6002 Managerial Economics
• MMGT6003 Accounting and Financial Management FC064 063100G MMgt(CEMS)
• MMGT6005 International and Cross Cultural Management
• MMGT6006 Corporate Governance and Regulation The Master of Management (CEMS) degree has been specifically
• MMGT6007 International Logistics and Operations Management designed to make it possible for students to complete the prestigious
• MMGT6008 Marketing Management in the Global Environment CEMS MIM program as part of their degree.
• MMGT6011 Team Work and Innovation
• MMGT6009 MMgt Business Project (Part A) The Master of Management (CEMS) is a 72-credit point degree and
• MMGT6010 MMgt Business Project (Part B). requires three semesters of full-time study. As part of this program
students will spend at least one semester at a top European University
where they will do business projects and internships with leading
international companies.
Students admitted in the Master of Management (CEMS) will complete

an individual program of study, drawn from Master of Management
units of study offered at the University of Sydney and units of study
offered at CEMS partner institutions in their Master of Management
programs.

Credit points required for completion and duration Example 1

Credit points Duration (minimum) (i) Master of Management (CEMS) - first semester of enrolment
72 3 semesters full-time intensive study Unit code Unit name Credit
points
Degree structure and progression MMGT6001 Strategy and Entrepreneurship 6
MMGT6002 Managerial Economics 6
Degree requirements
MMGT6003 Accounting and Financial Management 6
To qualify for the award, Master of Management (CEMS), students
complete units of study totalling 72 credit points, comprising: MMGT6011 Team Work and Innovation 6
• a business project (two units of study / 12 credit points) (ii) Master of Management (CEMS) - second semester of
• 10 core units of study (60 credit points). enrolment
The Master of Management (CEMS) will involve three semesters of Unit Unit name Credit
full-time study, of which at least one semester must be completed on code points
exchange at a CEMS partner institution. MMGT6005 International and Cross Cultural Management 6
MMGT6006 Corporate Governance and Regulation 6
CEMS Business project
MMGT6007 International Logistics and Operations Management 6
Students must complete a business project comprising two units of
MMGT6008 Marketing Management in the Global Environment 6
study (12 credit points). The units are as follows:
• CEMS6001 CEMS Business Project (Part A) (iii) Master of Management (CEMS) - third semester of
• CEMS6002 CEMS Business Project (Part B) enrolment
Core units of study Unit code Unit name Credit

points
In addition to the business project, students must complete 10 units
of study (60 credit points) selected from the following list: CEMS6001 CEMS Business Project A 6
CEMS6002 CEMS Business Project B 6
• MMGT6001 Strategy and Entrepreneurship CEMS6101 CEMS Exchange 1 6
• MMGT6002 Managerial Economics
• MMGT6003 Accounting and Financial Management CEMS6102 CEMS Exchange 2 6
• MMGT6005 International and Cross Cultural Management
• MMGT6006 Corporate Governance and Regulation Example 2
• MMGT6007 International Logistics and Operations Management
(i) Master of Management (CEMS) - first semester of enrolment
• MMGT6008 Marketing Management in the Global Environment
• MMGT6011 Team Work and Innovation Unit code Unit name Credit
• CEMS6101 CEMS Exchange 1 points
• CEMS6102 CEMS Exchange 2
• CEMS6103 CEMS Exchange 3 MMGT6005 International and Cross Cultural Management 6
• CEMS6104 CEMS Exchange 4 MMGT6006 Corporate Governance and Regulation 6
• CEMS6105 CEMS Exchange 5 MMGT6007 International Logistics and Operations Management 6
• CEMS6106 CEMS Exchange 6
MMGT6008 Marketing Management in the Global Environment 6
Note. 'Exchange' denotes units that are completed at a CEMS partner
institution. (ii) Master of Management (CEMS) - second semester of
enrolment
Progression guide Unit code Unit name Credit
Students enrolled in the Master of Management (CEMS) will meet points
with the Academic Program Director to agree a recommended path
CEMS6101 CEMS Exchange 1 6
of study that takes into account prior learning and the requirements
of the CEMS MIM. This recommended path of study will be reviewed CEMS6102 CEMS Exchange 2 6
each semester. The following are degree progression examples of CEMS6103 CEMS Exchange 3 6
how students might complete the Master of Management (CEMS). CEMS6104 CEMS Exchange 4 6
(iii) Master of Management (CEMS) - third semester of

enrolment
Unit code Unit name Credit
points
CEMS6001 CEMS Business Project A 6
CEMS6002 CEMS Business Project B 6
Please Note. These examples are meant as a guide only. Students

may be able to complete units of study in different combinations and
sequences to those listed above.
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Units of study for the Master of Management and Master of Management (CEMS)
Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either Semester 1 or Semester 2); however, some units are offered in intensive mode.
The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.

IntB (54) dates)
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1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of Management

2. Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of Management and Master of Management (CEMS)
3. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Master of Management and Master of Management (CEMS)
1. Table of undergraduate units of study: Master of Management

points
Core units of study
Students complete 60 credit points in core units as listed below.
MMGT6001 6 Semester 1
Strategy and Entrepreneurship Semester 2
Managerial Economics Semester 2
Accounting and Financial Semester 2
Management
International &Cross-Cultural Semester 2
Management
Regulation
Supply Chain and Operations Semester 2
Management
Global Marketing Management Semester 2
MMGT6011 6 N MMGT6004 Semester 1
Teamwork and Innovation Semester 2
MMGT6009 6 Int August
MMgt Business Project A Int December
Int February
Int January
Int July
Int March
Int Sept
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points
MMGT6010 6 C MMGT6009 Int August
MMgt Business Project B Int December
Int February
Int January
Int July
Int March
Int Sept
2. Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of Management (CEMS)

points
The following MMGT and CEMS units of study are available in the Master of Management (CEMS).
Core units of study
Students complete 60 credit points in core units from the following list.
Strategy and Entrepreneurship Semester 2
Managerial Economics Semester 2
Accounting and Financial Semester 2
Management
International &Cross-Cultural Semester 2
Management
Regulation
Supply Chain and Operations Semester 2
Management
Global Marketing Management Semester 2
MMGT6011 6 N MMGT6004 Semester 1
Teamwork and Innovation Semester 2
CEMS6101 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment S1 Intensive
CEMS Exchange 1 S1 Late Int
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
CEMS Business project
Students complete a 12 credit point (two unit) business project.
CEMS6001 6 C CEMS6002 S1 Intensive
CEMS Business Project A S1 Late Int
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
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points
CEMS6002 6 C CEMS6001 S1 Intensive
CEMS Business Project B S1 Late Int
S2 Intensive
S2 Late Int
Semester 1
Semester 2
3. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Master of Management and Master of Management (CEMS)
CEMS6001 CEMS6106
CEMS Business Project A CEMS Exchange 6
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Intensive, S1 Late Int, S2 Intensive, S2 Late Int, Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Intensive, S1 Late Int, S2 Intensive, S2 Late Int,
Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Project Assessment: Business project Semester 1, Semester 2
This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions. This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions.
CEMS6002
CEMS Business Project B MMGT6001
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Intensive, S1 Late Int, S2 Intensive, S2 Late Int,
Strategy and Entrepreneurship
Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: project Assessment: Business project Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2x 2hr seminars
per week Assessment: Masters of Management common project (25%);
This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of Individual Assignment (35%); Group assignment (40%)
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions.
How can managers understand their environment, industry, resources
and capabilities to achieve business success? This unit explores
CEMS6101
different levels of strategy, including corporate and business-level
CEMS Exchange 1
strategy for both established and start-up ventures. Strategy is,
Semester 1, Semester 2 fundamentally, about making choices and deliberately choosing to be
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. different. Strategic management seeks to understand how these
choices and differences can (and sometimes cannot) create
This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of sustainable and exceptional value for shareholders, customers,
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions. employees and other related stakeholders. Questions to be addressed
include: How can market opportunities be reviewed and understood?
CEMS6102 How can creativity and opportunity be harnessed across all phases
CEMS Exchange 2 of start-up, growth and maturity? How does a firm (or individual) build
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Intensive, S1 Late Int, S2 Intensive, S2 Late Int, and develop resources and capabilities in a global and local
Semester 1, Semester 2 competitive environment? When is collaboration preferable to
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. competition? How can risk and uncertainty be evaluated and
This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of managed? The unit will highlight the challenges of strategic
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions. implementation as well as analysis and planning. Insights from
entrepreneurial practice and theory will be integrated throughout the
CEMS6103 unit. Students will work on "real" corporate problems and questions,
CEMS Exchange 3 with group-based project work providing the opportunity to apply theory
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Intensive, S1 Late Int, S2 Intensive, S2 Late Int, in practice.
Semester 1, Semester 2
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. MMGT6002
Managerial Economics
This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2 hr lecture
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions. and 1 x 2 hr tutorial per week Assessment: group presentation (25%), Master
of Management Common Project (25%), quiz 1 (25%), quiz 2 (25%)
CEMS6104
CEMS Exchange 4 An understanding of economics is important for any advanced
management degree. The aim of this unit of study is to introduce
Semester 1, Semester 2 students to economic concepts that can be used to help understand
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. both the context for business and management and the analysis and
development of business strategies. The module addresses three
This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of main areas: the macroeconomic context for business, economic
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions. concepts underpinning competitive strategies, and economic concepts
that relate to the internal functioning of organizations. It provides an
CEMS6105 important grounding for managers wishing to do further study in
CEMS Exchange 5 Economics as well as modules addressing issues of strategy offered
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Intensive, S1 Late Int, S2 Intensive, S2 Late Int, by other business-orientated disciplines.
Semester 1, Semester 2
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. MMGT6003
This unit is for students on exchange studying in a Master of Accounting and Financial Management
Management program at one of the CEMS member institutions. Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2x 2hr classes
per week Assessment: Business foundations modules (10%); 2x Case studies
(30%); Project (25%); Exam (35%)
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This unit of study focuses on the theory and practice of financial Supply chain and operations management are the foundation blocks
decision making and financial management within organisations. Its of any successful business. Unless an organisation can manage and
subject matter includes a review of the economic logic of financial coordinate the movement of materials, information and cash through
decisions, drawing on the modern theories of finance and management its business, and those of partner organisations, it is unlikely to
accounting. Among the topics covered are capital budgeting, costing outperform its competitors. Furthermore organisations rarely compete
for pricing, real options valuation, and all of the other fundamental as fully integrated organisations; typically they are part of increasingly
elements of financial decision making. The unit of study emphasizes interdependent networks. The operational discipline of the successful
decision making within a management context. This requires an organisation is responsible for developing and managing its operational
understanding of not only economic principles but also broader response to market opportunities, and supply chain management is
behavioural and organisational considerations. The objective of the key to a successful response. This unit provides an understanding of
unit of study is to balance the need for quantitative and qualitative these two important concepts. It offers in depth examination of both
management tools. The philosophy of the subject is that in a concepts, then demonstrates how together they contribute towards a
sophisticated organisation, these are inseparable essentials of strategically effective and operationally efficient organisation.
successful financial management.
MMGT6008
MMGT6005 Global Marketing Management
International &Cross-Cultural Management Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2x 2hr seminars
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2x 2 hour per week Assessment: Individual case analysis (30%), Group assignments 1
seminars per week Assessment: Research paper (40%); Mid-term exam (30%), Group assignment 2 (25%), Class participation (15%)
(15%); Final-exam (15%); Group research project & presentation (20%);
attendance & participation (10%) A core skill for managers in an increasingly competitive world is
applying marketing principles within the context of the international
What distinguishes successful from unsuccessful managers when marketplace. This unit is designed to equip students with key
doing business internationally? Most importantly, successful managers decision-making tools, helping them answer critical questions about
will understand and be responsive to the institutional environment in managing the marketing effect in the global market place. The course
which they are operating as well as the organisational resources and introduces fundamental marketing concepts and theories, and
capabilities at their command.They must know the "rules of the game". demonstrates their practical application within the international arena.
In this context, local cultural, ethical, and social factors play a Topics include market and competitive analysis, market segmentation
significant role. Managers need to know how to interact successfully and product positioning, brand and product management, pricing
with people from other cultures both within and outside their issues, integrated marketing, communications, measuring return on
organisations. An understanding of cultural differences and how to marketing investment, and managing the international organisation
manage such differences is thus critical to effective international and external relationships responsible for successful implementation.
management. In particular, managers need to be aware of and Case studies are used to illustrate concepts and their practical
sensitive to different management and leadership styles around the application.
world, be able to make informed decisions about effective
communications internationally, be able to lead successful international MMGT6009
negotiations, be able to creatively manage global teams, and to have MMgt Business Project A
the ability to develop successful global careers for themselves and Credit points: 6 Session: Int August, Int December, Int February, Int January,
others in their organisation. This unit of study explores these issues Int July, Int March, Int Sept Classes: This is a workplace based unit of study.
using theory, empirical evidence, case studies, role plays and group There are no formal classes. Assessment: Company presentation and report
(50%), Academic presentation (25%), Assurance of Learning Portfolio (25%)
projects to both enlighten and challenge participants.
The MMGT business project, which comprises two (2) units of study,
MMGT6006 is designed to provide students with a real life learning experience
Corporate Governance and Regulation and to provide assurance of learning for the program as a whole.
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2x 2hr seminars Students will work in small groups of four (4) or five (5) and partner
per week Assessment: Individual essay (50%), Group case presentation
(25%), Group Country case study (25%)
with a real organisation over a six (6) week period to provide solutions
to a real business problem identified in consultation with the partner
The focus of this unit is on systems of corporate governance and the organisations. Projects will range from social entrepreneurship
processes of accountability through which they are effected and programs, where students work with community groups and NGOs,
effective. The course will introduce students to the roles of key thorough to consultancy projects for large multinational corporations.
institutions through which governance is effected; boards of directors Projects will be overseen by a specifically appointed academic
and within these executive and non-executive directors, investors and coordinator and students will also have access to business mentors
pension funds, analysts, regulators and the media. It will also look at throughout the project. Students will be required to make a
the very different national systems of corporate governance that exist presentation and provide a written report to the client organisation,
around the world. The course will induce students to the key and to make a presentation and provide a written report to their
conceptual frameworks through which corporate governance has been academic and student peers. Students will be assessed on the extent
studied; agency theory, stakeholder theory, stewardship theory, to which they were able to apply theories and concepts developed
resource dependence theory and theories of accountability and across the entire MMgt course to a real world business problem and
governance. The course will look at emergent issues within corporate the extent to which they demonstrated having mastered the learning
governance including the emergence of new standards in relation to objectives of the program.
corporate social responsibility, the conduct of multi-nationals, and
contrasting theories of international convergence or path-dependence MMGT6010
in relation to corporate governance in both developed and emergent MMgt Business Project B
economics. Credit points: 6 Session: Int August, Int December, Int February, Int January,
Int July, Int March, Int Sept Classes: This is a workplace based unit of study.
MMGT6007 There are no formal classes. Assessment: Company presentation and report
(50%), Academic presentation (25%), Assurance of Learning Portfolio (25%)
Supply Chain and Operations Management
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 2x 2hr seminars The MMGT business project, which comprises two (2) units of study,
per week Assessment: Group project (35%), Individual assignment (20%), is designed to provide students with a real life learning experience
Final exam (35%), Participation (10%)
and to provide assurance of learning for the program as a whole.
Students will work in small groups of four (4) or five (5) and partner
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with a real organisation over a six (6) week period to provide solutions
to a real business problem identified in consultation with the partner 4 Embedded courses in this sequence
organisations. Projects will range from social entrepreneurship
programs, where students work with community groups and NGOs, (1) The embedded courses in this sequence are:
thorough to consultancy projects for large multinational corporations. (a) the Master of Management
Projects will be overseen by a specifically appointed academic (b) the Master of Management (CEMS)
coordinator and students will also have access to business mentors (c) the Graduate Certificate in Management (exit only)
throughout the project. Students will be required to make a
presentation and provide a written report to the client organisation,
and to make a presentation and provide a written report to their
academic and student peers. Students will be assessed on the extent
to which they were able to apply theories and concepts developed (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
across the entire MMgt course to a real world business problem and certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
the extent to which they demonstrated having mastered the learning the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
objectives of the program. the Faculty; and
MMGT6011 by the Faculty; and
Teamwork and Innovation (c) a selection interview establishing the candidate's
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 4 intensive suitability for the degree; and
workshops and 1 presentation day Assessment: Reflective essay (40%); Idea (d) a personal statement demonstrating academic
generation exercise (10%); Initial business plan (20%), Final pitch (30%) motivation; and
(e) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
This unit of study has two aims: to develop students' skills and ability and
to work effectively in a team and to introduce students to the process (f) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
of innovation in an organisational context. This experiential unit of (2) Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Management is not
study will involve students working in small groups on developing, permitted. This is an exit only course. Applicants are
testing, prototyping and pitching an innovative business idea or assessed for admission to candidature for the Master of
Management.
concept. In working through the innovation process students will attend
innovation workshops conducted by a corporate partner and will work
closely with a mentor from a professional organisation. At the end of
the program students will pitch their business proposals to a panel of
leading industry experts. To support their teamwork, students will be out in the Table of Master of Management units of study.
introduced to skills associated with effective teamwork and will have Unless otherwise permitted, candidates must complete the
the opportunity to practice these skills and reflect on the experience units of study in the sequence prescribed in the table of units
of working in a small team on a real life project. of study.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Management a
candidate must complete 60 credit points, including:
Course resolutions and rules (b) a 12 credit point business project.
(3) To qualify for the award of the Master of Management
Master of Management (CEMS), candidates must complete 72 credit points,
comprising:
Master of Management (CEMS) (a) 60 credit points of core units of study; and
(b) a 12 credit point business project.
(4) Included within the core units of study, candidates may
undertake maximum 36 credit points of units of study at
CEMS partner institutions.
(5) Admission to the Graduate Certificate in Management is not
permitted. This is an exit only course. Applicants are
assessed for admission to candidature for the Master of
and Plagiarism.
Management.
Course resolutions 7 Progression rules
1 Course codes (1) Master of Management
Unless otherwise permitted, candidates must complete the
Code Course title units of study for the Master of Management in a prescribed
FC063 Master of Management sequence as specified by the faculty.
(2) Master of Management (CEMS)
FC064 Master of Management (CEMS)
Candidates must maintain a minimum credit average over
FG016 Graduate Certificate in Management * the degree, first measured after completion of 24 credit
points. Candidates who do not maintain a minimum credit
* No direct admission - Exit point only. average will be transferred to the Master of Management.
2 Attendance pattern 8 Course transfer

The attendance pattern for this course is full time only. (1) A candidate who has completed 24 credit points of units of
study in the Master of Management and does not complete
3 Master's type the requirements for the degree, may be awarded the
Graduate Certificate in Management.
(2) Candidates for the Master of Management (CEMS) may elect
The master's degrees in these resolutions are professional
to discontinue study and graduate with an award of the
master's courses, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
Master of Management, with the approval of the Faculty, and
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provided the requirements of the embedded award have

been met.
beyond this time.
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30. Postgraduate coursework programs: Marketing
This section outlines the Marketing postgraduate coursework programs Course structures and progressions
offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business, as follows:
Course requirements
1. Master of Marketing 1. Master of Marketing
To qualify for the award, Master of Marketing, a student completes
2. Graduate Diploma in Marketing 10 units of study (60 credit points), comprising:
3. Graduate Certificiate in Marketing • eight core units of study (48 credit points)
• a research project, comprising two units of study (12 credit points).
Overview of the courses 2. Graduate Diploma in Marketing
Course CRICOS Course Course title To qualify for the award, Graduate Diploma in Marketing, a student
code code abbreviation completes six core units of study (36 credit points).
FC062 062970C MMktg Master of Marketing 3. Graduate Certificate in Marketing
FF053 N/A GradDipMktg Graduate Diploma in Marketing To qualify for the award, Graduate Certificate in Marketing, a student
FG004 N/A GradCertMktg Graduate Certificate in Marketing completes four core units of study (24 credit points).
The Master of Marketing is for experienced middle managers who Core units of study
wish to pursue a career in marketing. It provides advanced marketing Students enrolled in the individual Marketing courses must complete
knowledge and applies this within a wider business context. Students the core units of study as follows:
study a core program of specialist marketing and business units and
a project conducted either in an Australian or an international company. • Master’s degree: all eight core units (48 credit points) are
completed.
The Graduate Diploma in Marketing is relevant for qualified • Graduate Diploma: six units (36 credit points) selected from the
professionals who wish to complete a short program to update their eight core units listed are completed.
skills and knowledge in Marketing. If a credit average of 65% is • Graduate Certificate: four units (24 credit points) selected from
attained in this award course, students may apply to upgrade to the the eight core units listed are completed.
Master of Marketing.
The core units for these courses are as follows:
The Graduate Certificate in Marketing is relevant for qualified
• MKTG6201 Evaluating Marketing Performance
professionals who wish to complete a short program to update their • MKTG6202 Marketing Research for Decision Makers
skills and knowledge in Marketing. If a credit average of 65% is • MKTG6203 Innovative Marketing Strategies
attained in this award course, students may apply to upgrade to the • MKTG6204 Contemporary Consumer Insights
Graduate Diploma in Marketing or the Master of Marketing. • MKTG6205 Marketing in the Global Economy
• MKTG6206 The Regulatory Environment and Ethics
Credit points required for completion and duration • MKTG6207 Internal Marketing
• MKTG6208 Integrated Marketing Communications.
Course title Credit Duration (minimum)
points Students usually complete units of study in a prescribed sequence,
Master of Marketing 60 1 calendar year full-time (two as detailed in the 'Progression guides', to facilitate progressive learning
semesters plus Winter and Summer and enrich the group learning experience.
School sessions)
2 calendar years part-time (four Research project
semesters plus Winter and Summer
School sessions) For the Master’s degree, one of the following research projects
Graduate Diploma in 36 1 year full-time
(comprising two units of study each) is undertaken:
Marketing
1.5 years part-time (i) Australian Consulting Project
Graduate Certificate in 24 0.5 years full-time
Marketing • MKTG6209 Australian Consulting Project Part A
1 year part-time • MKTG6210 Australian Consulting Project Part B
(ii) International Consulting Project

• MKTG6211 International Consulting Project Part A
• MKTG6212 International Consulting Project Part B

Progression guides (i) Full-time study

1. Master of Marketing Year Sem Units of study Credit
The Master of Marketing involves one calendar year of full-time, points
intensive study (including two semesters and Winter and Summer
1 1 MKTG6204 MKTG6207 MKTG6201 18
School) or two calendar years part-time study (including four semesters Contemporary Internal Marketing Evaluating
and Winter School in 'Year 2' and the following Summer School). Consumer Marketing
Insights Performance
Students complete units of study in a prescribed sequence, as detailed
in the following tables, to facilitate progressive learning and enrich the 2 MKTG6203 MKTG6202 MKTG6206 18
Innovative Marketing The Regulatory
group learning experience. Units will be taught either in the evening Marketing Research for Environment and
or in intensive weekend delivery, allowing students the flexibility to Strategies Decision Makers Ethics
pursue other commitments whilst studying.
(ii) Part-time study
(i) Full-time study (two semesters, Winter and Summer School)
Year Sem Units of study Credit
Year Session Units of study Credit points
points
1 1 MKTG6204 MKTG6201 12
1 1 MKTG6204 MKTG6207 MKTG6205 MKTG6201 24 Contemporary Consumer Evaluating Marketing
Contemporary Internal Marketing in Evaluating Insights Performance
Consumer Marketing the Global Marketing 2 MKTG6202 MKTG6206 12
Insights Economy Performance Marketing Research for The Regulatory
Winter MKTG6209 Australian Consulting Project Part A 6 or Decision Makers Environment and Ethics
School OR 12 2 1 MKTG6207 MKTG6205 12
MKTG6211 International Consulting Project Part A and Internal Marketing Marketing in the Global
MKTG6212 International Consulting Project Part B Economy
2 MKTG6203 MKTG6202 MKTG6208 MKTG6206 24
Innovative Marketing Integrated The Upon successful completion of this course, students may be eligible
Marketing Research Marketing Regulatory
Strategies for Decision Communications Environment to upgrade to the Master of Marketing with credit for all units of study
Makers and Ethics completed.
Summer MKTG6210 Australian Consulting Project Part B 6 or
School OR 12 3. Graduate Certificate in Marketing
MKTG6211 International Consulting Project Part A and
MKTG6212 International Consulting Project Part B Students complete units of study in a prescribed sequence, to facilitate
progressive learning and enrich the group learning experience. Units
(ii) Part-time study (four semesters, Winter and Summer School) will be taught either in the evening or in intensive weekend delivery,
allowing students the flexibility to pursue other commitments. The
Year Session Units of study Credit following table illustrates a degree progression example for a student
points enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Marketing. (Note: In this
1 1 MKTG6204 MKTG6201 12 example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester').
Contemporary Consumer Evaluating Marketing
Insights Performance (i) Full-time study
2 MKTG6202 MKTG6206 12
Marketing Research for The Regulatory Year Sem Units of study Credit
Decision Makers Environment and Ethics points
2 1 MKTG6207 MKTG6205 12
Internal Marketing Marketing in the Global 1 1 MKTG6204 MKTG6207 MKTG6205 MKTG6201 24
Economy Contemporary Internal Marketing in Evaluating
Consumer Marketing the Global Marketing
Winter MKTG6209 Australian Consulting Project Part A 6 or Insights Economy Performance
School OR 12
MKTG6211 International Consulting Project Part A
and MKTG6212 International Consulting Project Part (ii) Part-time study
B
2 MKTG6203 Innovative MKTG6208 12 Year Sem Units of study Credit
Marketing Strategies Integrated Marketing points
Communications
1 1 MKTG6204 MKTG6201 12
Summer MKTG6210 Australian Consulting Project Part B 6 or Contemporary Consumer Evaluating Marketing
School OR 12 Insights Performance
MKTG6211 International Consulting Project Part A
and MKTG6212 International Consulting Project Part 2 MKTG6202 MKTG6206 12
B Marketing Research for The Regulatory
Decision Makers Environment and Ethics
2. Graduate Diploma in Marketing
Upon successful completion of this course, students may be eligible
Students complete units of study in a prescribed sequence, to facilitate
to upgrade to the graduate Diploma in Marketing or Master of
progressive learning and enrich the group learning experience. Units
Marketing with credit for all units of study completed.
will be taught either in the evening or in intensive weekend delivery,
allowing students the flexibility to pursue other commitments. The
following tables illustrate degree progression examples for a student
enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Marketing (Note: In this example,
'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'.
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availability and other requirements. Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the website (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students
should note that units of study are run subject to demand.

IntB (54) dates)
(44)
Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are delivered in non-standard ways.
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Marketing coursework programs

2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Marketing coursework programs
1. Table postgraduate units of study: Marketing coursework programs

points
Core units of study
(i) Master of Marketing students must complete all eight core units of study.
(ii) Graduate Diploma in Marketing students must complete six core units of study selected from the eight listed.
(iii) Graduate Certificate in Marketing students must complete four core units selected from the eight listed.
MKTG6201 6 A Good understanding of marketing principles and business management Semester 1
Evaluating Marketing Performance
Marketing Research for Decision
Makers
Innovative Marketing Strategies
Contemporary Consumer Insights
Marketing in the Global Economy
Regulatory Environment and Ethics
Internal Marketing
Integrated Marketing
Communications
Research project units of study
Master of Marketing students must complete either an (i) Australian consulting project or an (ii) International consulting project.
(i) Australian consulting project
MKTG6209 6 A Good understanding of marketing principles and business management Winter Main
Australian Consulting Project Part A
MKTG6210 6 A Good understanding of marketing principles and business management Summer Main
Australian Consulting Project Part B P MKTG6209
(ii) International consulting project
MKTG6211 6 A Good understanding of marketing principles and business management S1 Late Int
International Consulting Project Part Note: Department permission required for enrolment S2 Late Int
A Unit offfered as required.
MKTG6212 6 A Good understanding of marketing principles and business management S1 Late Int
International Consulting Project Part P MKTG6211 S2 Late Int
B Unit offered as required
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consumers and generate insights intended to inspire significant
MKTG6201 marketing innovations. The course's most immediate relevance is to
Evaluating Marketing Performance managers wishing to foster greater creativity and innovation within
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week marketing-oriented groups.
Assessment: Individual assignment (15%); Group presentation (10%); Group
written case analysis (20%); Final exam (40%); In class participation (15%) MKTG6205
An essential practice in marketing is assessing the impact of marketing Marketing in the Global Economy
strategies on business performance. Increasingly, companies are Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Assessment: Country brief (25%), Poster presentation/peer review (25%),
recognising marketing as a strategic board-level function, directly Participation (10%), Final exam (40%)
responsible for wealth creation. Marketers should be equipped with
tools to analyse and effectively communicate the value of marketing, The dynamic nature of global markets makes international marketing
using the evidence of marketing metrics underpinning business a challenging topic to study. Competitive forces transcend national
performance. This unit introduces students to marketing metrics that boundaries so that every company is touched to some extent by the
are responsible for commercial success. Key measures are explained impact of the global market.This unit considers international marketing
and applied to a wide range of business examples, using a case study from a wide range of perspectives and includes issues that impact
approach. This course provides an overview of marketing metrics and large multi-nationals as well as smaller international and national
how they relate to business performance, providing students with the players. Marketing concepts are addressed through current case
opportunity to apply these key concepts to practical business studies with a focus on examples drawn from the Asia Pacific region.
situations.
MKTG6206
MKTG6202 Regulatory Environment and Ethics
Marketing Research for Decision Makers Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Class Participation (10%); Case Study (20%); Group Project and
Assessment: Analysis of qualitative data (30%); Reflexive diary on qualitative Presentation (40%); Final Exam (30%)
analysis (10%); Analysis of Mixed methods (30%); Final exam (30%)
In today's highly competitive and uncertain business environment, it
Understanding and using marketing information is an essential task is critical for marketing professionals to have a clear understanding
for marketing decision makers. However despite very large amounts of marketing issues and the impact of possible regulatory and ethical
of qualitative and quantitative data being available from both primary factors. Marketing programmes and strategies have greater chances
and secondary sources, concerns exist over much of its quality and of success if they are developed with an awareness of regulatory and
how to combine these different sources into a useful stream of ethical guidelines. This unit considers the regulatory and ethical
information that helps decision makers make better decisions environment of the marketing of goods and services, with particular
throughout the product lifecycle. The marketing planning cycle will be reference to product development and management, pricing, promotion
used as the structure for this unit to explore how data can be turned and distribution. The unit also investigates issues and implications of
into actionable marketing information. Students will learn how to assess new media. Topics include marketing regulation in the digital
information requirements, plan data collection and assess data quality. environment and other technologies used in the promotion and sale
They will then learn advanced analytical techniques and critically, of products and services.
evaluate how these types of data can be used together.
MKTG6207
MKTG6203 Internal Marketing
Innovative Marketing Strategies Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Individual exercise (20%), Group projects (developing reciprocal
Assessment: Case Study Analysis (written-Group) (20%); Case study Analysis and integrated value propositions (35%) & Analysis and benchmarking of major
(presentation) (10%); Participation (Blackboard discussion and in-class internal marketing issue (35%), Individual participation (8%), Research
participation) (Individual) (10%); Business Simulation (Group) (20%); participation (2%)
Presentation-Simulation (20%); Online reflective entries (individual) (20%)
This unit considers the role of internal marketing in motivating
This course is about developing and managing innovative competitive employees towards implementing marketing strategies. Although the
marketing strategies. It not only combines concepts, frameworks and principles of marketing used internally within an organisation are
tools from across the marketing discipline, it also transcends the similar to those used externally, frequently a fresh approach is required
traditional boundaries of the discipline itself (as the modern marketer when addressing practical issues. This unit presents current thinking
often must), drawing on materials from strategic management, and research on the topic of internal marketing and explains how it
entrepreneurship and finance. The central focus is on strategy can be used to assist with implementing marketing strategy. The
development and how its management can create superior and course will be taught mainly through practical case studies, providing
sustainable value for both customers and shareholders, by introducing an opportunity for analysing how internal marketing is used within
a long term perspective. leading organisations.
MKTG6204 MKTG6208
Contemporary Consumer Insights Integrated Marketing Communications
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar per week
Assessment: Assignment 1 (20%), Assignment 2 (35%), Assignment 3 (25%), Assessment: Group project: Written report (40%); Individual Case Study (30%);
Class participation (20%) Exam (30%)
In this course, we learn how to generate valuable consumer insights This unit provides an overview of theory and practice in the fast
that will assist marketing managers to successfully operate in changing area of marketing communications. Communicating
contemporary markets. To achieve this objective we examine the effectively and efficiently with stakeholders has become more
latest research, frameworks and tools that convincingly suggest that challenging especially with the advent of new media. This unit is
today's marketplaces are increasingly complex, being characterised designed to help plan and deliver an integrated communication
by dynamic interrelationships between popular culture, market strategy using the main channels: advertising, public relations,
structures, ideologies and consumer orientations. We also identify promotions, Internet and other new media. There will be special
and apply best practice qualitative research techniques attention to measuring results as communication professionals are
(video-ethnography, archetype elicitation) to investigate contemporary accountable for their programmes and strategies.
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MKTG6209 work with the instructor both before and after the trip to develop their
Australian Consulting Project Part A projects.
Credit points: 6 Session: Winter Main Classes: Structured supervision and
2 seminar days Assessment: Project proposal (40%), In-class participation
(20%), Project plan (40%)
Course resolutions and rules
This is a capstone unit, providing an opportunity for students to use
learning gained during the course. The project requires application of Master of Marketing
analytical tools and project management skills to a marketing issue
within an Australian company chosen by the student. The unit will Graduate Diploma in Marketing
include sessions that introduce project management and consulting
skills - critical when designing and selling marketing projects within Graduate Certificate in Marketing
an organisation. One to one supervisory sessions will provide guidance
on the project during the session. Students will design their own project University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
and conduct independent research in a company that offers an the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
interesting marketing issue. Examples of topics include: product Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
development and launch; developing a new marketing strategy; (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
entering a new market segment or implementing a new marketing amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
initiative such as CRM. The deliverable will be a report of up to 20,000 and Plagiarism.
words, along with a presentation to the client organisation and the
student's supervisor. Students will be assessed on problem Course resolutions
identification, analysis, creative and actionable solutions, client
management skills and persuasive presentation. 1 Course codes
MKTG6210 Code Course title
Australian Consulting Project Part B FC062 Master of Marketing
Credit points: 6 Session: Summer Main Classes: Structured supervision
Assessment: Summary of initial findings (20%), Presentation (60%), Executive FF053 Graduate Diploma in Marketing
summary (20%) FG018 Graduate Certificate in Marketing
This is a capstone unit, providing an opportunity for students to use
learning gained during the course. The project requires application of
analytical tools and project management skills to a marketing issue 2 Attendance pattern
within an Australian company chosen by the student. The unit will
include sessions that introduce project management and consulting The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
skills critical when designing and selling marketing projects within an
organisation. One to one supervisory sessions will provide guidance
3 Master's type
on the project during the session. Students will design their own project
and conduct independent research in a company that offers an
interesting marketing issue. Examples of topics include: product master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
development and launch; developing a new marketing strategy;
entering a new market segment or implementing a new marketing 4 Embedded courses in this sequence
initiative such as CRM. The deliverable will be a report of up to 20,000
words, along with a presentation to the client organisation and the (1) The embedded courses in this sequence are:
student's supervisor. Students will be assessed on problem (a) the Master of Marketing
identification, analysis, creative and actionable solutions, client (b) the Graduate Diploma in Marketing
management skills and persuasive presentation. (c) the Graduate Certificate in Marketing
MKTG6211 5 Admission to candidature

International Consulting Project Part A
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Late Int, S2 Late Int Classes: There are no (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
formal classes. Overseas study trip and meeting with supervisor. Assessment: on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
Project proposal (40%), In-class participation (20%), Project plan (40%) (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Unit offfered as certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
required. the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
This is a capstone unit, requiring the application of skills and tools (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
acquired during the course. In today's increasingly global business by the Faculty;
environment, it has become essential that managers understand (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
international business forces. This unit of study will seek to provide and
students with some intimate international knowledge. Students will (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
take a study trip to either China or India to learn first-hand about the
business and consumer environments there, and will complete a 6 Requirements for award
project related to this country. The study trip will include visits to local
business operations, presentations from business and government (1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
executives, and interactions with a variety of individuals who can out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Marketing
coursework programs.
provide important insights. Some possible projects are: a) a market
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Marketing a
analysis to determine the potential of a particular product or service candidate must complete 60 credit points, comprising:
that could be exported to the target country, b) a production feasibility (a) 48 credit points of core units of study; and
study to examine the possibility of manufacturing a particular good (b) 12 credit points of research project units of study.
there, c) an analysis of the competition in particular industry in the (3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Marketing
target country. The trip will last approximately one week. Students will a candidate must complete 36 credit points of core units of
study.
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Marketing a candidate must complete 24 credit points of core
units of study.
7 Progression rules
Unless otherwise permitted, candidates must complete the units
of study for the Master of Marketing in a prescribed sequence as
specified by the faculty.
8 Course transfer
beyond this time.
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31. Postgraduate coursework programs: Organisational Coaching
31. Postgraduate coursework programs: Organisational

Coaching
This section outlines the Organisational Coaching courses offered by Core units of study (Coaching Psychology)
the Faculty of Economics and Business as follows:
• PSYC4721 Theories and Techniques of Coaching Psychology
• PSYC4722 Fundamentals of Coaching Practice
1. Master of Organisational Coaching • PSYC4724 Coaching Practice.
2. Graduate Diploma in Organisational Note: The units of study PSYC4721 and PSYC4722 are introductory
units and should be completed in a student's first semester of study.
Coaching The capstone unit, PSYC4724, should be completed in a student's
last semester of study.
Overview of the courses
code code abbreviation Work and Organisational Studies
FC052 055337J MOrgCoaching Master of Organisational • WORK5002 People, Work and Employment
Coaching
• WORK5003 Management and Organisations
FF049 05533G GradDipOrgCoaching Graduate Diploma in • WORK6001 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour
Organisational Coaching
• WORK6002 Foundations of Strategic Management
• WORK6008 Research Tools at Work *
The Organisational Coaching programs are designed to provide
• WORK6012 Industrial Relations Policy
participants with an advanced, integrated understanding of • WORK6017 Human Resource Strategies
professional, executive, and workplace coaching and the wider range • WORK6018 International Industrial Relations
of organisational processes within which workplace coaching is • WORK6022 Special Topic in WOS *
embedded. These programs are a joint initiative of the Discipline of • WORK6026 Organisational Change and Development
Work and Organisational Studies in the Faculty of Economics and • WORK6030 Performance and Rewards
Business, and the School of Psychology in the Faculty of Science. • WORK6031 Recruitment and Selection *
• WORK6033 Organisational Sustainability
Credit points required for completion and duration • WORK6034 Talent Management
• WORK6108 International Dimensions of HR
Course title Credit Duration (minimum) • WORK6111 Management Consulting *
points • WORK6115 Managing Diversity at Work
• WORK6116 Employment and the Law
Master of Organisational 48 1 year full-time
Coaching • WORK6117 Managing HR and Knowledge Systems *
2 years part-time • WORK6118 Managing Communication in Organisations
Graduate Diploma in 36 1 year full-time • WORK6119 The Innovative Firm
Organisational Coaching • WORK6120 Research Essay
1.5 years part-time
• WORK6130 Leadership in Organisations.
Course structures and progressions Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
Course requirements Coaching Psychology
1. Master of Organisational Coaching • PSYC4723 Socio-Cognitive Issues in Coaching Psychology
To be awarded the Master of Organisational Coaching, students • PSYC4725 Assessment and Selection *
complete eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising: • PSYC4727 Positive Organisational Coaching
• PSYC4729 Groups, Teams and Systems
• three core coaching psychology units of study (18 credit points) • PSYC4730 Applied Positive Psychology
• three work and organisational studies elective units of study (18 • PSYC4731 The Psychology of Peak Performance.
credit points)
• two elective units of study (12 credit points) selected from the Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
work and organisational studies and/or coaching psychology
elective options. For details of unit of study availability for 2011, please refer to the
'Units of study for Organisational Coaching coursework programs'
2. Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching section at the end of this chapter.
To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching,
students complete six units of study (36 credit points), comprising: Progression guides
• three core organisational coaching units of study (18 credit points) enrolled in the Organisational Coaching Master’s degree, Graduate
• two work and organisational studies elective units of study (12
credit points)
• one elective unit of study (six credit points) selected from either
the work and organisational studies or coaching psychology
elective options.

1. Master of Organisational Coaching Units of study for Organisational Coaching

The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a coursework programs
student enrolled in the master’s degree on a full-time basis undertaking
four units of study (24 credit points) per semester. In this example, General information relating to unit of study offerings
'Sem.' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'. The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the
Year Sem. Units of study
The Faculty of Economics and Business website
1 1 PSYC4721 PSYC4722 WORK WORK
Theories and Fundamentals elective elective (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up to date
Techniques of of Coaching OR information on unit of study availability or other requirements.
Coaching Practice PSYC elective Timetabling information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website
Psychology
(sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units
2 PSYC4724 WORK WORK WORK
Coaching elective elective elective of study are run subject to demand.
Practice OR
PSYC elective Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either
Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive
2. Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
student enrolled in the Graduate Diploma on a full-time basis Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions
undertaking three units of study (18 credit points) per semester. In
this example, 'Sem.' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'. be offered
Year Sem. Units of study 1a (7) the unit of study will run intensively in
1 1 PSYC4721 PSYC4722 WORK elective 1b (8) the unit of study will run intensively in
Theories and Fundamentals of the second half of Semester 1
Techniques of Coaching Practice
Coaching 2a (9) the unit of study will run intensively in
Psychology the first half of Semester 2
2 PSYC4724 WORK elective WORK elective 2b (10) the unit of study will run intensively in
Coaching Practice OR the second half of Semester 2
PSYC elective
Semester 1 (non-standard start/end
Please Note: The information listed in these examples is based on dates)
the unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only. S2 Intensive (5) the unit of study will run intensively in
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course Semester 2 (non-standard dates)
in different sequences to those which are listed above (including Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
enrolling in units in Summer or Winter School sessions when Late (44) session
available). Students are advised to plan their course based upon their
individual needs and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office intensively in the Winter School
if they need any assistance in planning their progression in their session
course.
that correspond to sessions 1 and 2 respectively.
under:
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Organisational Coaching

coursework programs
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Organisational Coaching
coursework programs

1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Organisational Coaching coursework programs
points
Core units of study
Theories & Techniques of Coaching Semester 2
Psych
Fundamentals of Coaching Practice Semester 2
PSYC4724 6 P PSYC (4721 and 4722) Semester 1
Coaching Practice Semester 2
Master of Organisational Coaching students must complete 18 credit points in elective units of study from 'Section A' and 12 credit points in elective units of study
from 'Section A' and/or 'Section B'.
Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching students must complete 12 credit points in elective units of study from 'Section A' and 6 credit points in elective
units of study from either 'Section A' or 'Section B'.
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points
Section A: Work and Organisational Studies
WORK5002 6 Foundation Unit for MHRM&IR Semester 1
People, Work and Employment Semester 2
Behaviour
Management
Industrial Relations Policy
Development
WORK6034 6 N WORK6031 Semester 2
Talent Management
WORK6116 6 This unit is not available for students enrolled in the Master of Labour Law Relations Semester 1
Organisations
The Innovative Firm
WORK6120 6 Note: Department permission required for enrolment Semester 1
Research Essay Available only to students who have achieved 75% or better in at least four WORK (or Semester 2
equivalent) units studied; and have the Discipline's permission to take the unit.
Section B: Coaching Psychology
Socio-cognitive Issues in Coaching
Psych
PSYC4727 6 P PSYC4721, PSYC4722 S2 Intensive
Positive Organisational Coaching
PSYC4729 6 P PSYC (4721 and 4722 and either 4724 or 4728) Semester 1
Groups, Teams and Systems Semester 2
Applied Positive Psychology
Psychology of Peak Performance
All PSYC units of study are offered through the School of Psychology in the Faculty of Science
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Students will consolidate the theory and skills acquired in PSYC4721
PSYC4721
and PSYC4722 through a semester-long coaching practicum. Using
Theories & Techniques of Coaching Psych
real-life issues in a supportive and confidential environment, students
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: One 3 hour
lecture per week. Assessment: Written papers (essay, journal or case study) will coach each other in a structured solution-focused personal
and exam (100%) coaching program based on the material taught in previous units of
study. This unit gives students experience in being both a coach and
This unit details the core theories and techniques of coaching a client. A key component of this course will be feedback from the
psychology and evidence-based coaching, and the use of coaching lecturer on students' coaching styles, skills and other relevant issues.
as an applied positive psychology. Theories and techniques will be As such this unit provides students with the opportunity to embed and
evaluated by reference to empirical research and conceptual analysis. develop their coaching skills. Case studies and case presentations
An integrated goal-focused approach to coaching draws on a broad will form part of the unit.
base of established Behavioural Science. Within this framework,
primary attention will be paid to cognitive-behavioural and PSYC4727
solution-focused theories and techniques of behaviour change and Positive Organisational Coaching
self-regulation, and their application to coaching clients. Each weekly Credit points: 6 Session: S2 Intensive Classes: Five Day Seminars: Block
seminar has a lecture component and an experiential learning Teaching. Assessment: A written coaching proposal (3,000 words) (50%), take
component. The experiential learning component requires students home exam and written assignment (1,000 words) (35%), in-class exam (short
to evaluate each week's topic in relation to their own personal life answer and multiple choice) (15%).
experience and to participate in group discussion and coaching How can psychology help create 'healthy' workplaces? Executive and
practice. management coaching have emerged as important factors in the
enhancement of performance, engagement and well-being in the
PSYC4722 workplace, This unit examines key issues in contemporary executive
Fundamentals of Coaching Practice and workplace coaching and equips students with the knowledge and
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block teaching. skills to provide world-class executive and management coaching,
Assessment: Written papers (essay, journal or case study) and exam (100%)
The emphasis is on critical evaluation of theory and application to
This unit teaches the fundamentals of coaching, and lays the practice, Although primarily focused on positive psychology,
foundations for sound contemporary practice. This unit outlines the solution-focused and cognitive- behavioural approaches to coaching
emergence of contemporary coaching from its roots in the Human in organisations, the application of psychodynamic (eg Kilburg) and
Potential Movement, sports coaching, management consulting, clinical systems (eg O'Neil) approaches to the enhancement of performance
and counseling psychology, through to the establishment of the and well-being are also considered. The unit covers issues in senior
positive psychology movement. Drawing on established approaches executive coaching, coaching middle management, establishing
students will be trained in the core micro skills of coaching. Core issues manager-as-coach programs, and the use of positive psychology in
relating to mental illness and mental health and ethical professional the workplace.
coaching practice are addressed. Each seminar has a lecture
component and an experiential learning component. The experiential PSYC4729
learning component requires students to evaluate each topic in relation Groups, Teams and Systems
to their own personal life/work experience and to participate in group Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: One 3 hour
discussion. Practical experience of self-coaching and co-coaching lecture per week. Assessment: Written papers (major essay, minor essay) and
exam (100%)
are central aspects of this unit. This unit will be taught in block
intensive mode over five days. Coaching always takes place within the context of human systems,
be they family, social networks, or workplace organisations. This unit
PSYC4723 of study considers both the theory and practice of working in human
Socio-cognitive Issues in Coaching Psych systems. At the theoretical level, students undertaking this unit will
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: Block teaching with some consider the major theoretical advances which aid our understanding
evening tutorials. Assessment: Written papers (major and minor essay) and of groups and complex human systems. These will include systems
exam (100%)
theory and complexity theory as well as major research findings in
The aim of this unit is to give students an understanding of key group and team dynamics. Students will also consider the practical
socio-cognitive issues related to coaching and behaviour change The implications of these theoretical approaches to coaching within
focus of the unit is on critical appraisal of theory and the relation of organisations. Issues surrounding self organisation, leadership and
theory to practice and research. Topics covered in this unit include control, and the management of change in complex adaptive systems
models of self-regulated behaviour, personality type, the relationships will also be discussed. Students will design and facilitate a small group
between emotion, cognition and behaviour, and the roles of learnt coaching program. This unit is run in a block teaching format.
resourcefulness, learned optimism, psychological mindedness,
self-reflection and insight in behaviour change. The unit also critically PSYC4730
evaluates contemporary understandings and assessments of emotional Applied Positive Psychology
intelligence. Current topics and research methods in coaching Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: One 3 hour lecture per week.
psychology are also examined. Each weekly seminar has a lecture Assessment: Written papers (Essays or case studies) and exam (100%)
component and an experiential learning component. The experiential This unit of study teaches the application of positive psychology to
learning component requires students to evaluate each topic in relation coaching in work and personal life contexts. We consider the core
to their own personal life/work experience and to participate in group principles of positive psychology and how these can be applied in
discussion. This unit is run in a block teaching format. coaching interventions. Topics covered in this unit include; coaching
as an applied positive psychology; goals, meaning and well-being;
PSYC4724 subjective and psychological well-being: happiness; gratitude; the
Coaching Practice languishing vs. flourishing dichotomy; broaden and build theory;
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: One 3 hour self-concordance; well-being in the workplace; career coaching through
lecture per week. Assessment: Written papers (case study and learning journal)
and exam (100%) the life span; and the use of positive psychology in health coaching.
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There is emphasis on both theoretical understanding and personal organisational behaviour, by drawing on ideas from psychology,
practice. The experiential learning component requires students to sociology, management and anthropology. Topics covered include:
evaluate each week's topic in relation to their own personal life personality and the self; learning and socialisation; motivation and
experience and to participate in group discussion and coaching commitment; group behaviour and dynamics; organisational design
practice. and boundaries; organisational culture, change and leadership.
PSYC4731 WORK6002
Psychology of Peak Performance Foundations of Strategic Management
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: One 3 hour seminar per week Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial
Assessment: Written papers (essays or case studies) and exam (100%) per week Assessment: Case analysis (40%), Seminar facilitation (5%), Seminar
paper (15%), Participation (5%), Final exam (35%)
The Psychology of Peak Performance draws on theories and models
of sport, performance and positive psychology and applies these to This unit of study provides a critical examination of the concept of
use in executive, workplace and personal coaching practice. Topics æstrategy' in the management of organisations beginning with an
covered include flow, mental toughness, mental readiness, examination of different approaches to strategy and strategic
concentration enhancement strategies and techniques, rehearsal and management and the development of strategic management as an
debrief strategies, thriving under pressure, self-coaching, overcoming academic discipline. It also provides an understanding of the interplay
setbacks, performance protocols, focusing, and surviving success. In between the external environment and industry environment and the
addition the unit covers issues related to high performing teams and organisation. It enables students to apply concepts of strategic
groups. Issues of work/life balance are also addressed, particularly management to a range of case studies in order to explore the practical
in relation to the management of optimal energy levels (avoiding application of strategic management models.
burnout). There is emphasis on both theoretical understanding and
personal practice. The experiential learning component requires WORK6012
students to evaluate each week's topic in relation to their own personal Industrial Relations Policy
life experience and to participate in group discussion and coaching Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Intensive - 6 days 10-5pm
practice.
Textbooks The aim of this unit is to provide an understanding of the institutions
No set text book: A reading pack can be obtained from the University Copy and processes of employment relations with an emphasis on laws,
Centre institutions and social processes. It combines theoretical and historical
understandings of employment relations in Australia with a detailed
WORK5002
examination of the current problems and strategies of the the key
People, Work and Employment
employment relations players. Topics covered include: the regulatory
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Case study (25%); Essay (40%); Final
framework, state and federal governments policies, union policy,
2hr exam (35%); Academic Honesty Module (0%) employer policy, the practices of Australia's arbitral tribunals, the
Note: Foundation Unit for MHRM&IR development of wage determination, and emerging patterns of dispute
resolution. Overarching themes include individualisation and
This unit introduces students to competing perspectives on the nature, decentralisation of employment relations policy in Australia and
meaning and implications of Human Resource Management (HRM) whether there are more suitable alternatives.
and highlights the distinction between functional, normative and critical
approaches to understanding HRM. The unit also provides an WORK6017
understanding of the key functions and processes associated with the Human Resource Strategies
practice of HRM, including: human resource planning, job analysis Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour
and work design; staff recruitment and selection; training and seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%),
development; performance management and motivation; managing presentations (30%) and exam (40%)
rewards and remuneration; equal opportunity and diversity
This unit of study examines the theoretical foundations of strategic
management; international dimensions of HRM; and evaluating the
human resource management and then critically analyses the empirical
effectiveness of HRM policies and practices. Opportunities are
evidence related to a range of HR strategies deployed in contemporary
provided throughout the unit for consideration of case studies relating
workplaces, both in Australia and internationally. In doing so, we will
to particular issues.
explore the issues underpinning emerging HR strategies, their
implementation and the outcomes experienced within the organisation
WORK5003
and the wider environment. The HR strategies studied will involve
Management and Organisations
those that focus on managing a contemporary workforce and may
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour
seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Case Study(20%); Essay(40%); Final
include human resources strategies associated with: the management
2hr exam OR Critical Reflection(40%); Academic Honesty Module (0%) of front line workers, teams, non standard forms of employment, job
quality and work-life balance, and gender and diversity at work, for
This unit aims to introduce students to the nature and context of example.
management. It explores the functions and processes of management
and encourages students to critically reflect on management theory WORK6018
and practice. It can be taken as a standalone unit for students enrolled International Industrial Relations
in various specialist masters programs and also prepares students Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Winter Main Classes: 1 x 3 hour
for further study in strategic management, organisational analysis and seminar/tutorial per week Assessment: Continuous: essay (40%), group
strategy and human resource management. seminar facilitation (20%), seminar particiapation and attendence (10%), in
class test (30%)
WORK6001 This unit provides students with insights into the debate about the
Organisational Analysis and Behaviour effect of globalisation on employment relations by using comparative
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial analysis to identify the range of factors that account for similarities
per week Assessment: Group seminar presentation (20%); Individual essay
(40%); Final 2hr exam (40%); Academic honesty module (0%)
and difference in national patterns of industrial relations. The unit
This unit introduces students to the behaviour of people when acting relations patterns in developed and developing market economies
as members of an organisation. The aim of the unit is to provide an and invites students to compare a range of developments across
understanding of the processes and structures that influence these countries.
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WORK6026 A second section of the unit places HRD in the context of the wider
Organisational Change and Development environment. Australian policy debates are examined and HRD
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: Intensive - 6 days, 10am - systems in other countries are introduced and comparisons drawn.
5pm Assessment: Continuous: assignment (50%), exam (50%) The likely success of skills-led models of societal, industry and
enterprise development in the context of globalisation and the
This unit seeks to develop diagnostic and prescriptive skills in relation
knowledge economy are discussed. A third section of the unit explores
to the management of organisational change while also encouraging
the relationship between HRD and careers. The causes and
the adoption of a critical perspective of the field. Part 1 (Organisational
consequences of changing career structures, the breakdown of internal
Change and the Nature of Organisations) introduces the fields of
labour markets and the development of new forms of organisation are
organisational change, explains its relevance to organisation
examined. Particular attention is given to the issues of executive
performance and strategy and examines key change management
development and succession planning.
models. Part 2 (Diagnosis and Intervention) examines the utility of
key organisational change models and techniques and identifies
WORK6108
factors that may impact on the effectiveness of the change
management process. Part 3 (Key Areas of Intervention) analyses
the application of organisational change practices and initiatives to a over 7 days Assessment: Readiness Assurance Tests (30%); Team strategy
number of specific organisational issues. activities (20%); Critical reflective journal assignment (30%); Final strategy
assessment (20%)
WORK6030
managing people in international and cross-cultural contexts, with
Assessment: group presentation on motivation survey findings (15%), group specific emphasis on international recruitment, selection, preparation,
paper on motivation survey findings (25%), major assignment (individual essay placement, management development, performance management,
or case study) (40%), 30 minute in-class test (20%) reward and remuneration. The unit considers the implications of
internationalisation and globalisation for human resource management
This unit examines the processes and practices associated with
(HRM), the different levels of international business activity, the
contemporary performance and reward management. Results-based,
difference between domestic and international HRM, the challenges
behaviourally-based and competency-based methods of performance
of cross-cultural management, models of cross-cultural management,
management are examined, along with processes of performance
and specific international HR processes, including selection,
review, planning and developing. Coverage of reward management
development, performance management, remuneration and
issues includes: job- and person-based approaches to building base
repatriation.The unit provides students with a practical understanding
pay structures; methods for rewarding individual performance; work
of the issues and challenges associated with managing employees
group incentives such as gainsharing, goal-sharing and team pay;
in international, global and cross-cultural contexts.
methods of rewarding employees for organisational performance,
including employee share ownership; and performance-related rewards
WORK6115
for executives. The unit also examines approaches to developing
strategically integrated performance and reward management systems.
per week Assessment: Group Facilitation Exercise (15%); Short individual
WORK6033 essay (15%); Major assignment (40%); Exam (take-home) (30%)
Organisational Sustainability
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Semester 1: This unit examines the ways in which organisations manage a
Intensive - 6 days 10-5pm, Semester 2: 1 x 3hr seminar/tutorial per week heterogenous workforce and the legal and ethical issues associated
Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and exam (40%) with the management of workforce diversity. While drawing on
Note: Capstone unit for MHRM&IR international literature in the field, the primary focus is on the Australian
experience, including the so-called 'program' approach and the
Organisational sustainability is a critical part of contemporary
complaint mechanism found in the anti-discrimination statutes.As well
managerial practice, focusing on organisations' economical, social
as encouraging the development of diagnostic and prescriptive skills
and environmental impact. This unit of study critically evaluates the
in diversity management, students also have the opportunity to develop
intentions, practices and outcomes of organisational sustainability
a critical perspective on the growing literature in this field.
initiatives. By applying relevant theoretical frameworks, students will
be encouraged to enhance their understanding of the role and
WORK6116
responsibilities of management, the impact of organisations on
employees, and the wider societal and environmental implications of
contemporary organisational trends. With an emphasis on the human per week Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and
dimensions of organisational actions, this unit builds on foundational exam (40%)
units of study in Management, Industrial Relations and Human Note: This unit is not available for students enrolled in the Master of Labour
Resource Management. Law Relations
This unit of study examines the legal framework with respect to labour
WORK6034
relations in Australia. In particular it examines the scope of industrial
Talent Management
law, the employment relationship, the Federal-State division of
per week Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and legislative power in industrial relations and the industrial arbitration
exam (40%) systems, courts, tribunals, agreements and awards. Current
developments in the law and politics of the systems will be referred
This unit examines the theories, practices and debates associated to throughout the course.
with contemporary human resource development (HRD). The unit
begins with an exploration of different conceptions of learning and WORK6118
skill. The process of HRD is examined, with a focus on needs Managing Communication in Organisations
assessment and the delivery and evaluation of learning. The Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1 Classes: 1 x 3 hour seminar/tutorial
relationship between HRD and other areas of HRM is explored, per week Assessment: Continuous: Essay (35%), case studies (30%), exam
particularly work organisation, performance management, (35%).
remuneration and enterprise governance. The role of organisational
This unit of study is designed to introduce students to the theory and
learning and knowledge management are examined in terms of
practical application of the management of communication in
changing conceptions of organisational structure and performance.
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organisations. Advances in technology have had a dramatic impact ethical and socially responsible organisations. The critical role of
on communication in recent years and this course will pay particular leaders in effecting organisational change will be explored and we will
attention to the impact of these technologies and the implications for examine the leadership of top management teams, and leadership
management. By the end of this course students will have a good succession. We will also examine leadership development programs
understanding of organisational communications theory including a and instruments and you will have an opportunity to reflect on factors
comprehensive knowledge of the differing styles, channels and content that might influence your own leadership style.
of communication. In addition, they will have a sound understanding
of the technological channels available to manage communication
and the associated benefits and challenges that this brings to Course rules and resolutions
contemporary organisations. A significant amount of the course will
be devoted to practical applications of communication strategies Master of Organisational Coaching
discussion boards. Graduate Diploma in Organisational
WORK6119 Coaching
The Innovative Firm These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 2 Classes: 39 hours in intensive mode University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
- 6 days Assessment: Continuous: Case study reports (30%), presentations the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
(30%) and exam (40%) Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
The aim of this course is to examine long run changes in the amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
organisation and management of business enterprises. Against a and Plagiarism.
background of an introduction of business history, the major themes
to be covered include business strategy, marketing, employment Course resolutions
precise chronological period, the main concentration will be on the 1 Course codes
present day. A major preoccupation of the course is to explore the Code Course title
FC052 Master of Organisational Coaching
and business leadership.The course will employ historical case studies FF049 Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching
historians. 2 Attendance pattern
WORK6120 The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
Research Essay according to candidate choice.
essay (100%) 3 Master's type
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. Note: Available only to
students who have achieved 75% or better in at least four WORK (or equivalent) The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional
units studied; and have the Discipline's permission to take the unit. master's course, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
This unit provides high-performing with the opportunity to undertake
supervised reading and research for a major essay of 5,000 words
on an approved topic of special interest in work and organisational
studies.The unit centres on supervised individual reading and research
(a) the Master of Organisational Coaching
rather than on class-based teaching and learning. Enrolment is limited (b) the Graduate Diploma in Organisational Coaching
to students who (a) have achieved 75% or better in at least four WORK (2) Providing candidates satisfy the admission requirements for
(or equivalent) units studied; and (b) have the Discipline's permission each stage, a candidate may progress to the award of any
to do so. Approval is subject to supervisor availability. Students of the courses in this sequence. Only the longest award
contemplating enrolment in this unit must first seek approval from the completed will be conferred.
Work and Organisational Studies Postgraduate Coursework
Coordinator. Approval will depend on the nature of the proposed essay 5 Admission to candidature
topic and the availability of appropriate supervisory expertise.
WORK6130 on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
Leadership in Organisations (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Intensive- 6 days
10-5pm Assessment: Continuous: Essays (30%), case studies (30%) and the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
exam (40%) the Faculty; and where applicable:
This unit of study is designed to encourage you to consider the role by the Faculty;
and significance of leadership in various organisational contexts. The (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
unit introduces you to the major streams of leadership theory and and
traces the development of our understanding about leadership. We (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
will explore how these theories allow us to understand leadership in
practice and in what ways leadership is linked to different aspects of
organisational effectiveness. We will examine the 'good, the bad, and
the ugly' sides of leadership, e.g. positive forms (transformational,
out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Organisational
charismatic) and negative forms (narcissistic and Machiavellian). We Coaching coursework programs.
will explore leading for diversity and diversity in leadership (e.g. based
on gender, culture and ethnicity) and the role of leaders in constituting
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(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Organisational

Coaching a candidate must complete 48 credit points,
including:
(a) 18 credit points of core units of study in Coaching
Psychology; and
(b) 18 credit points of elective units of study in Work and
Organisational Studies; and
(c) 12 credit points of elective units of study in Work and
Organisational Studies and/or Coaching Psychology.
Organisational Coaching a candidate must complete 36 credit
points, including:
(a) 18 credit points of core units of study in Coaching
Psychology; and
(b) 12 credit points of elective units of study in Work and
Organisational Studies; and
(c) 6 credit points of elective units of study in either Work
and Organisational Studies or Coaching Psychology.
7 Course transfer
A candidate for the master's degree may elect to discontinue
study and graduate with a shorter award from this embedded
sequence, with the approval of the Faculty, and provided the
requirements of the shorter award have been met.
beyond this time.
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32. Postgraduate coursework programs: Professional Accounting
32. Postgraduate coursework programs: Professional

Accounting
This section outlines the course rules and other requirements for the • Accounting
Professional Accounting coursework program offered by the Faculty • Banking
of Economics and Business. The available program is as follows: • Business Law
• Economics
• Finance
Master of Professional Accounting • Integrated Business Solutions
Overview of the degree • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Management and Organisations
Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation • Marketing
FC055 058362F MPAcc • Project Management
• Quantitative Business Analysis
The Professional Accounting program draws on the strengths of the • Quantitative Finance
• Strategy and Innovation
Faculty of Economics and Business to help students develop the
knowledge and skills required for accreditation with professional For details of units of study available in each subject area, students
accountancy bodies and as a foundation for a career in professional should refer to 'Specialisation subject areas’ under the ‘Postgraduate
accountancy. The program offers specialised education in accounting, coursework programs: Commerce' section.
business law, and finance, with electives in economics, econometrics,
information systems, and all areas of study taught in the Faculty of Professional accreditation in accounting requirements
Economics and Business. The Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) is accredited with
both the CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in
Australia (ICAA), providing certain units are selected in the choice of
Credit points Duration (minimum) electives. CPA Australia prescribes at least three of the electives (and
four if Taxation is not done with them as part of the CPA program),
whereas the ICAA only prescribes one of the four electives. Students
3 years part-time wishing to complete the accredited MPAcc program should refer to
the information under the heading 'Accreditation Requirements' below
Degree structure and progression for details of the required elective units of study they will need to
complete.
Degree requirements
To be awarded the Master of Professional Accounting, students 1. CPA Australia accreditation
complete 12 units of study (72 credit points), comprising:
Students who wish to apply for CPA Australia accreditation complete,
• eight core units of study (48 credit points) in addition to the eight compulsory units of study, the following units
• four elective units of study (24 credit points) selected from the of study as electives in the Master of Professional Accounting program:
postgraduate units of study offered by the Faculty of Economics
and Business, (including those listed under the 'Subject areas • CLAW6026 Concepts of Australian Taxation *
for elective units of study'). * • ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics
• ECON5003 Economics for Accountants (OR ECON5001
* Students who wish to apply for CPA or Institute of Chartered Microeconomic Theory AND ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory).
Accountants accreditation must complete, in addition to the eight
compulsory units of study, certain other units of study as electives in AND one of the following:
the Master of Professional Accounting program. Please refer to the
• INFS5000 Information and Systems in Organisations
information under the heading ‘Professional accreditation in accounting • INFS6001 Managing Information and Systems
requirements’ for details of these required units of study. • ACCT6014 Designing Accounting Systems
Core units of study * Students wishing to apply for CPA accreditation may choose to take
• ACCT5001 Accounting Principles the unit of study CLAW6026 Concepts of Australian Taxation as an
• ACCT5002 Managerial Accounting and Decision Making elective within their degree to meet CPA requirements. Alternatively,
• ACCT6001 Intermediate Financial Reporting CPA Australia allows students the option of completing taxation studies
• ACCT6007 Contemporary Issues in Auditing as an elective within the CPA program.
• CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business 2. ICAA accreditation
• CLAW6002 Corporations Law
• FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance Students who wish to apply for ICAA accreditation complete, in addition
to the eight compulsory units of study, the following elective unit of
Subject areas for elective units of study study as one of the four electives in the Master of Professional
Students select four elective postgraduate units of study (24 credit Accounting program.
points) from the Faculty of Economics and Business including units
from the following Master of Commerce specialisations (subject to • CLAW6026 Concepts of Australian Taxation
meeting prerequisite / corequisite requirements). Students wishing to
meet CPA and ICAA accreditation requirements must select specific
elective units as outlined under ‘Professional accreditation in
accounting requirements’.

Progression guide Units of study for Professional Accounting

The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a coursework programs
student enrolled in the Master of Professional Accounting on a full-time
basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points) per semester. General information relating to unit of study offerings
(Note:In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'). For a list of available elective units of study, refer to the table under
Postgraduate coursework programs: Commerce.
1 1 ACCT5001 CLAW5001 FINC5001 elective
Accounting Legal Capital time of printing of this handbook.
Principles Environment Markets and
of Business Corporate The faculty website (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the
Finance most up-to-date information on unit of study availability or other
2 ACCT5002 ACCT6001 CLAW6002 elective requirements. Timetabling information for 2010 is also available on
Managerial Intermediate Corporations
Accounting Financial Law the faculty website (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students
and Decision Reporting should note that units of study are run subject to demand.
Making
2 1 ACCT6007 ACCT6010 elective elective Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either
Contemporary Advanced Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive
Issues in Financial
Auditing Reporting mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
CLAW6002 can be completed in either Semester 1 or Semester 2 in Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions
this example.
be offered
Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the
unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only. Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
Late (44) session
units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students intensively in the Winter School
are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs session
any assistance in planning their progression in their degree. The units of study available for 2011 for these programs are detailed
under:

1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Professional Accounting
coursework programs
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Professional Accounting
coursework programs

1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Professional Accounting
Unit of study Credit P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition Session
points
Core units of study
Managerial Accounting & Decision Semester 2
Making
Intermediate Financial Reporting Semester 2
Contemporary Issues in Auditing Semester 2
Advanced Financial Reporting Semester 2
Summer Early
Corporations Law Semester 2
Summer Early
Finance
Students select four elective postgraduate units of study (24 credit points) from the Faculty of Economics and Business including units from the Master of Commerce
specialisations. For details of available units refer to the 'Table of postgraduate units of study' under the 'Postgraduate coursework programs: Commerce'.
Students who wish to complete units for CPA Australia or ICAA accreditation complete electives as set out below:
CPA accreditation electives
Students complete the following units: CLAW6026, ECMT5001, ECON5003 (or ECON5001 and ECON5002), and either INFS5000, INFS6001 or ACCT6014.
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Unit of study Credit P: Prerequisites C: Corequisites N: Prohibition Session

points
Summer Early
Summer Main
Summer Main
Economics for Accountants This unit of study is ONLY available to students enrolled in the Master of Professional Semester 2
Accounting degree Summer Main
INFS5000 6 N INFS6000, INFS6001 Semester 1
Information and Systems in This is a defined elective unit of study in the Master of Professional Accounting program. Semester 2
Organisations
INFS6001 6 Semester 1
Managing Information and Systems Semester 2
ICAA accreditation electives
Summer Early
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Professional Accounting

that management accountants support and inform the ways in which

Core units of study organizational resources are committed to various portfolios, projects,
and possible futures, given the crafting of an organisation's relationship
ACCT5001
with its environment. The external and internal environments of
Accounting Principles
management accounting are considered in framing managerial
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per decisions and strategy. The main categories of resources available
week Assessment: Mid-semester examination (25%); Final examination (55%);
Individual and/or Group assignment (20%) to shape an organisation's strategy and financial performance will be
examined (including those acquired through strategic alliances and
This unit provides an introduction to the generally accepted accounting outsourcing), along with various management accounting technologies
principles and practices underlying financial accounting and reporting. accounting for the combination, allocation and performance of these
It is intended for both accounting and non-accounting majors. The resources.
unit aims to introduce students to the concepts and skills required to
prepare, analyse, and interpret financial statements. ACCT6001
Intermediate Financial Reporting
ACCT5002 Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per
Managerial Accounting & Decision Making week Assessment: Mid-semester Test (35%), Final Examination (50%),
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr class per Assignment (15%).
week Assessment: Weekly in-class feedback of progressive performance in
the development of concept and technique knowledge and its application and This unit is intended to provide an understanding of the contemporary
business practicals (50%); Final Examination (50%) Australian financial reporting environment. Particular attention is paid
to accounting theory and concepts, mandatory reporting practices
The unit introduces students to the context and processes of and reporting policies that reflect either a choice from among several
management accounting, considering the role of management mandated alternatives, or those areas where regulation has not
accounting technologies in creating stakeholder value through financial occurred. The unit is intended for those who will be involved in the
resource management. Critical business career skills of preparation or use of company financial statements.The unit provides
problem-solving, communication and negotiation are enhanced through an understanding of accounting techniques, both in terms of technical
the application of management accounting techniques to organisational method and their relative impact on corporation's financial statements.
resourcing issues in their competitive and ethical context. It is argued
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The emphasis throughout is on both the 'techniques' and the related framework, the topics discussed include: the concept of corporate
explanations for their use. personality; business planning and company formation; how
companies are managed; the role of members; the obligations of
ACCT6007 directors; company reporting and disclosure; company finance;
Contemporary Issues in Auditing contracting by companies and corporate liability; and an introduction
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 2hr or 3hr to the external administration of companies in financial difficulty.
class per week; several voluntary remedial workshops on Saturdays, plus 3
mandatory Saturday case study sessions - taught in intensive mode. FINC5001
Assessment: Mid Semester examination (15%); Individual assignment (10%);
Group assignment (20%); Final examination (55%) Capital Markets and Corporate Finance
This unit seeks to improve students' understanding of the function, per week Assessment: Mid semester-test (20%); Major assignment (25%);
nature and procedures of commercial auditing in the context of Final examination (55%)
corporate financial reporting. It has particular regard to the business,
This unit provides an introduction to basic concepts in corporate
legal and economic foundations than underpin the audit process.
finance and capital markets. It is designed to equip students to
Recurrent reference is made to practical and policy matters of
undertake further studies in finance. After reviewing some very basic
contemporary importance to auditing and auditors, especially as they
ideas in finance and financial mathematics, the unit provides a
relate to the function of auditing in ensuring the quality of corporate
thorough treatment of the valuation of equity, debt and companies.
financial statements and the role of auditors in corporate governance.
The unit then examines issues related to pricing in capital markets
Matters related to modern cases like Enron, HIH, One.Tel, Parmalat,
and ends with a discussion of theory and practice related to capital
China Aviation Oil and ABC Learning are also discussed.
structure and dividend policy.
ACCT6010 CPA and ICAA elective units of study
Advanced Financial Reporting
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3hr seminar ACCT6014
per week Assessment: Case studies (25%); Mid-semester examination (25%); Designing Accounting Systems
Final examination (50%).
This unit is intended to provide students with a detailed understanding Assessment: Individual and team projects (50%); Final examination (50%).
of more complex financial reporting issues. The topics examined The design of accounting systems necessarily reflects differences in
include: group accounting issues such as the practical application of the needs of sole traders or family-owned businesses, small to medium
the control test; multiple subsidiaries; foreign currency translation; enterprises, and multi-national business firms. Elements of those
consolidated cash flow reporting; segment reporting; accounting for systems include methods of documenting transactions, transformations
joint ventures and associates; and related party disclosures. The unit and events; internal control procedures designed to safeguard human
builds on the knowledge base acquired from earlier accounting units physical and financial resources; recording methods (manual,
with a strong emphasis on the application of technical skills. The unit semi-automated or fully automated); and methods of periodic reporting
has a substantial case component, using current examples to illustrate on financial and operating activities to managers or governing bodies.
both appropriate technical solutions in accordance with accounting The unit examines issues associated with the design of accounting
standards and guidelines, as well as the forces which determine the systems and associated business processes in order to harness the
choice of methods. The course will help develop students' ability to capabilities of contemporary business applications software in a
read and analyse financial reports and to understand the financial cost-effective and secure manner. Topics include the design of charts
statement implications of management decisions relating to of accounts, maintaining audit trails; records management and
organisational structure, investment and financing. compliance; history of financial applications software; illustrations of
the use of inexpensive commercial off-the shelf software in developing
CLAW5001
budget models, maintaining records to enable compliance with tax
Legal Environment of Business
rules; examination of the risks that arise with the use of some
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes: contemporary software packages, and how those risks might be
Three hours of classes per week which may include one or more of the following:
lectures; seminars; tutorials or workshops (Summer session: Two three hour addressed or managed; illustrations of the capabilities of contemporary
classes per week which may include one or more of the following: lectures; enterprise resource planning systems.
seminars; tutorials or workshops) Assessment: Case analysis (20%), Tests
(20%), Final examination (60%) CLAW6026
This unit examines the legal framework and regulatory systems within Concepts of Australian Taxation
which all businesses operate and introduces students to the legal Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes:
One 3 hour class per week which may nclude one or more of the following:
implications of commercial conduct. The unit begins with an lectures; seminars; tutorials or workshops. Summer session: Two 3 hour classes
introduction to the Australian legal system and then focuses on key per week May which may include one or more of the following: lectures;
areas of substantive business law including contract law, torts (in seminars; tutorials or workshops. Assessment: Mid-semester exam (20%);
particular negligence and torts involving unlawful interference with Major assignment (30%); Class performance (10%); Final exam (40%)
business), property, white collar crime, consumer law (in particular The purpose of this unit is to cover the main concepts of taxation such
advertising regulation, product liability and unfair contracts), misleading as income, deductions, tax accounting, residence and source capital
conduct and unconscionable conduct. The unit also provides an gains tax, depreciation and trading stock, taxation of partnerships
overview of dispute resolution processes and different business trusts and companies, international tax and tax avoidance. This unit
structures. has professional recognition and is the gateway unit for CLAW6001
Business Tax Planning, as well as many taxation units offered by the
CLAW6002
Law School.
Corporations Law
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Early Classes: ECMT5001
One three hour class per week which may include one or more of the following:
lectures; seminars; tutorials or workshops Summer session: Two three hour
Principles of Econometrics
classes per which may include one or more of the following: lectures; seminars; Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1 x 3 hr class
tutorials or workshops Assessment: Assignment (40%); Exam (60%) per week plus a 1 hr non compulsory tutorial Assessment: Quizzes (10%);
Group assignment (15%); Mid-Semester exam (20%); Final exam (55%)
This unit examines the law relating to modern corporations. After
examining the background to the present legislation and administrative The unit develops the basic principles of data description and analysis,
the idea of using the concept of probability to model data generation,
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and the statistical concepts of estimation and statistical inference, activities, and as an enabler of business innovation. This unit provides
including hypothesis testing. It then develops these concepts and an introduction to business information, processes and systems and
techniques in the context of the linear regression model to show how their organisational contexts. Understanding how information and
econometric models can be used to analyse data in a wide range of systems contribute to business value is important to all business
potential areas of application in economics, business and the social professionals. This unit will help you to understand how information
sciences. The unit combines theory and application. The emphasis is used to meet organisational objectives; the complex and changing
is upon the interpretation of econometric estimation results and information environment from the perspective of stakeholders; and
requires software for hands-on experience. the management issues associated with making effective use of BIS.
You will learn how to use conceptual frameworks and systems
ECON5001 documentation tools to analyse practical problems in the operations
Microeconomic Theory of information systems and identify new opportunities for business
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: value creation through innovative applications of various business
1x 3 hr seminar per week Assessment: online quizzes (10%), mid semester information systems.
exam (35%), final exam (55%)
This unit presumes no prior exposure to economics and aims, by the INFS6001
end of the unit, to bring a proficiency equivalent to that of students Managing Information and Systems
with an intermediate level microeconomics unit in an Honours degree Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3hr seminar
per week Assessment: Mid-semester test (35%), Individual essay (30%), Final
program. Many economic principles developed in this unit are routinely exam (35%)
how economic agents make choices in a variety of environments. The This unit introduces you to the organisational foundations of
unit covers theory and applications of the principles of consumer information systems and their emerging strategic role.You will develop
choice, of firm behaviour, and of strategic interaction among economic an understanding of critical information management and systems
agents. Equipped with these theories of decision making, students issues in organisations. The unit provides you with a solid
can address a range of interesting and important questions. Examples understanding of the senior management decisions relating to
are: What market strategy should a firm adopt with its competitors? organisational information and systems and how various information
How might one create a market to deal with externalities such as technologies work together to create infrastructure for electronic
pollution? What are the implications of different kinds of taxes? What commerce and electronic business. You will explore the role of
compensation scheme will provide the right incentives to work? information systems in capturing and distributing organisational
knowledge and in enhancing management decision making. You will
ECON5002 gain a deep understanding into how the information systems function
Macroeconomic Theory or processes in organisations can be managed. Finally, you will have
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Main Classes: the opportunity to explore the special management challenges and
1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: Online quizzes (20%), mid semester opportunities created by the pervasiveness and power of information
exam (30%), final exam (50%)
systems.
with an intermediate level macroeconomics unit in an Honours degree Course rules and resolutions
routinely used in several other units in the program. Macroeconomics Master of Professional Accounting
studies aggregate economic behaviour. The unit covers theories of These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
the engines of long-run economic growth, of unemployment, of money, University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
inflation, the interest rate and the exchange rate, as well as the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
consumption, saving and investment behaviour. The unit also studies Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
a number of applications of the theory and addresses contemporary (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
macroeconomic problems and policy. amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
and Plagiarism.
ECON5003
Economics for Accountants Course resolutions
1x 3hr seminar per week Assessment: mid semester exam (50%), final exam 1 Course codes
(50%)
Note: This unit of study is ONLY available to students enrolled in the Master of
Code Course title
Professional Accounting degree
FC055 Master of Professional Accounting
The broad aim of this unit is to provide an introduction to economic
analysis that is useful in the business world. The unit develops vital
microeconomic and macroeconomic principles, using case studies to 2 Attendance pattern
enhance understanding. Particular emphasis is given to explaining
how economic agents make choices in a variety of environments. The The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
unit covers situations where strategic interactions are important and according to candidate choice.
investigates the macro-environment in which businesses operate.
3 Master's type
INFS5000
Information and Systems in Organisations This master's degree is a professional master's course, as defined
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: 1x 3 hr seminar by the Coursework Rule.
per week Assessment: Group Assignment (30%); Individual Assignment (20%);
Final Exam (50%) 4 Admission to candidature
Note: This is a defined elective unit of study in the Master of Professional
Accounting program.
Business information systems (BIS) play an important role in on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
organisations as both a tool to support business processes and (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
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the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to (a) 48 credit points of core units of study; and
the Faculty; and where applicable: (b) 24 credit points of elective units of study.
by the Faculty; 6 Transitional provisions
and (1) These resolutions apply to students who commenced their
(d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty. candidature after 1 January, 2011 and students who
5 Requirements for award elect to proceed under these resolutions.
(1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions
out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of in force at the time of their commencement, provided that
Professional Accounting. requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The Faculty
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Professional may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative
Accounting a candidate must complete 72 credit points, requirements for completion of candidatures that extend
including: beyond this time.
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33. Postgraduate coursework programs: Public Administration
This section outlines the postgraduate Public Administration Course structures and progressions
coursework programs offered by the Graduate School of Government
and the Australia and New Zealand School of Government. The Course requirements
information relating to these courses is set out as follows: 1. Master of Public Administration
• Public Administration postgraduate coursework programs (offered To be awarded the Master of Public Administration, students complete
by the Graduate School of Government) eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising:
• Executive Master of Public Administration (offered by the Australia
and New Zealand School of Government). • four core units of study (24 credit points);
• a Work-Based Project (GSOG6005) or Internship Program
Public Administration postgraduate coursework programs (GSOG6006) approved by the Director, Graduate School of
(Graduate School of Government) Government (six credit points); and
The available Public Administration postgraduate coursework programs • three elective units of study (18 credit points) selected from a list
of recommended elective units of study.
offered by the Graduate School of Government are as follows:
2. Graduate Diploma in Public Administration
1. Master of Public Administration To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Public Administration,
students complete six units of study (36 credit points), comprising:
2. Graduate Diploma in Public
• four core units of study (24 credit points);
Administration • a Work-Based Project (GSOG6005) or Internship Program
(GSOG6006) approved by the Director, Graduate School of
3. Graduate Certificate in Public Government (six credit points); and
Administration • one elective unit of study (six credit points) selected from a list
of recommended elective units of study.
Overview of the courses 3. Graduate Certificate in Public Administration
Course CRICOS Course Course title To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Public Administration,
code code abbreviation students complete four units of study (24 credit points), comprising:
TC031 053859K MPAdmin Master of Public Administration • two to four core units of study (12 to 24 credit points)
TF000 053858M GDPAdmin Graduate Diploma in Public • a maximum of two elective units of study (up to 12 credit points)
Administration selected from a list of recommended elective units of study.
TG000 062010G GCPAdmin Graduate Certificate in Public
Administration Core units of study
Students enrolled in the Master's degree or Graduate Diploma
The Graduate School of Government's Public Administration programs complete all four core units listed.
are designed for existing senior public servants of national, state,
provincial, and local governments and provide a practical educational Students enrolled in the Graduate Certificate complete between two
experience to enhance existing skills. The programs give public and four units from those listed.
administrators knowledge and skills enhancement in public
administration that will allow graduates to transfer skills from one • GSOG6001 Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Value
agency/ministry to another. It is a degree that is relevant to all senior • GSOG6002 Public Sector Leadership
• GSOG6003 Strategic Administration
public sector employees.
• GSOG6004 Managing Public Expenditure
Credit points required for completion and duration Work-Based Project or Internship Program
Course title Credit Duration (minimum) Domestic sponsored students currently employed in the public sector
points must complete the unit, GSOG6005 Work-Based Project. International
students will be required to complete the unit, GSOG6006 Internship
Master of Public Administration 48 1 year full-time
Project.
2 years part-time
Graduate Diploma in Public 36 1 year full-time Recommended elective units of study
Administration
1.5 years part-time The Graduate School of Government at the start of the academic year
Graduate Certificate in Public 24 0.5 years full-time will provide a list of elective units of study. Students should consult
Administration the Graduate School of Government for a current list of elective units
1 year part-time
of study (sydney.edu.au/business/gsg/).

Progession guide Units of study for the Graduate School of

1. Master of Public Administration Government Public Administration coursework
(i) The following table shows an illustrative program of study for an programs
International student enrolled in the Master of Public Administration
on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points)
per semester. (Note: In this example 'Sem' is an abbreviation for The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the
'Semester'). time of printing of this handbook.
For the availability of elective units of study offered in these courses,

please refer to the Graduate School of Government website
1 1 GSOG6001 GSOG6002 elective elective (sydney.edu.au/business/gsg) and the faculty's website postgraduate
Policy in Public Sector units of study pages (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits).
Practice: Leadership
Delivering
Public Value The full descriptions of the units, which appear in the following table,
2 GSOG6003 GSOG6004 GSOG6006 elective can be found in Postgraduate unit of study descriptions.
Strategic Managing Internship
Administration Public Project The Faculty of Economics and Business website
Expenditure
(sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up-to-date
information on unit of study availability and other requirements.
(ii) The following table shows an illustrative program of study for a
Timetabling information for 2010 is also available on the faculty website
sponsored domestic student enrolled in the Master of Public
(sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units
Administration on a part-time basis undertaking two units of study (12
of study are run subject to demand.
credit points) per semester. (Note: In this example 'Sem' is an
abbreviation for 'Semester'). Most units of study will be offered in standard semesters (either
Year Sem Units of study mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
1 1 GSOG6001 GSOG6002
Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Sector Leadership Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions
Public Value
2 GSOG6003 GSOG6004 Session code Description of how the unit will
Strategic Administration Managing Public Expenditure be offered
2 1 GSOG6005. elective S1 Intensive (6) the unit of study will run intensively in
Work Based Project Semester 1 (non-standard start/end
2 elective elective dates)
S1 Late Intensive: S1 Late Int (61), the unit of study will run intensively in
2. Graduate Diploma in Public Administration S1 Late IntA (63), S1 Late IntB (64) Semester 1 (non-standard late
The following table shows an illustrative program of study for a
sponsored domestic student enrolled in the Graduate Diploma of Semester 2 (non-standard dates)
Public Administration on a part-time basis undertaking two units of S2 Intensive: S1 Late Int (51), S1 the unit of study will run intensively in
study per semester (12 credit points) in the first year. (Note: In this Late Ib (52), S1 Late IntA (53) and S1 Semester 2 (non-standard late
example 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'). Late IntB (54) start/end dates)
Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
Year Sem Units of study Late (44) session
1 1 GSOG6001 GSOG6002 Winter School: Winter Main (11) the unit of study will be offered
Policy in Practice: Delivering Public Sector Leadership intensively in the Winter School
Public Value session
2 GSOG6003 GSOG6004
Strategic Administration Managing Public Expenditure Intensive sessions were introduced to cater for units of study that are
2 1 GSOG6005 elective delivered in non-standard ways. Sessions 6 and 5 have census dates
Work Based Project that correspond to sessions 1 and 2 respectively. Sessions 61 and
51 are in the same half years as 6 and 5 but have census dates later
3. Graduate Certificate in Public Administration in the year.
The following table shows an illustrative program of study for a student
enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Public Administration on a The units of study available for 2011 for these programs are detailed
part-time basis undertaking two units of study (12 credit points) per under:
semester. (Note: In this example 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
'Semester'). 1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Graduate School of
Government Public Administration coursework programs
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Graduate School of
Government Public Administration coursework programs
1 1 core core or elective
2 core core or elective
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1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Graduate School of Government coursework programs

Note: For details of non-GSOG electives available, please contact the Graduate School of Government (sydney.edu.au/business/gsg).

points
Core units of study
GSOG6001 6 Students who are not undertaking the award courses GDPA, MPAdmin or EMPA must have S1 Late IntA
Policy in Practice: Delivering Value the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government, to take this unit of study.
GSOG6002 6 Students who are not undertaking the award courses GCPA, GDPA, MPAdmin or EMPA must S1 Late IntA
Public Sector Leadership have the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government, to take this unit of study.
GSOG6003 6 Students who are not enrolled in the GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have the permission of S2 Late IntA
Strategic Administration the Director, Graduate School of Government, to undertake this unit of study.
GSOG6004 6 Students who are not undertaking the award courses GCPA, GDPA, MPAdmin or EMPA must S2 Late IntA
Managing Public Expenditure have the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government, to take this unit of study.
Work-based project and internship units of study
GSOG6005 6 P GSOG6001, GSOG6002, GSOG6003, GSOG6004 Semester 1
Work Based Project Students who are not enrolled in GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have the permission of the
Director, Graduate School of Government to undertake this unit of study.
GSOG6006 6 P GSOG6001, GSOG6002, GSOG6003, GSOG6004 Semester 1
Internship Program Students who are not enrolled in GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have the permission of the Semester 2
Director, Graduate School of Government to undertake this unit of study.
The following electives are only those offered by the Graduate School of Government. For full details of all elective options, please refer to the Graduate School
of Government website (www.sydney.edu.au/business/gsg).
GSOG6007 6 Students who are not enrolled in the GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have the permission of Semester 1
Research Project the Director, Graduate School of Government, to undertake this unit of study. Semester 2
GSOG6008 6 P Four GSOG units or equivalent Summer Early
International & Comparative Public Students who are not enrolled in GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have the permission of the
Admin Director, Graduate School of Government to undertake this unit of study.
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Graduate School of Government coursework programs

provide leadership in different circumstances rather than specific policies or
GSOG6001 programs of particular leaders. Assessment: Leader Profile (10%), Reflective
Journal (40%), Leadership Case Study (30%), Participation (20%)
Policy in Practice: Delivering Value
Note: Students who are not undertaking the award courses GCPA, GDPA,
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Gaby Ramia, Prof Geoff Gallop MPAdmin or EMPA must have the permission of the Director, Graduate School
Session: S1 Late IntA Classes: Offered in 'intensive semester' mode with of Government, to take this unit of study.
seven full days (42 hours) of class contact spread over 10 weeks (incorporating
a three-week break for reading, reflection and writing). Face-to-face contact will Leadership is made by followers and leaders together. It is a story
be complemented by private study, including the completion of assessment
tasks. Assessment: Critical Summaries (20%); Group Work (30%); Essay that resolves these questions. What is a leader? What is the difference
(50%) between leaders and managers? Are leaders made or born? What
Note: Students who are not undertaking the award courses GDPA, MPAdmin are the different kinds of leaders? Who follows leaders and why? Is
or EMPA must have the permission of the Director, Graduate School of democratic leadership different from other kinds? How is public-sector
Government, to take this unit of study. leadership different from leadership in business or community
This unit examines the design, implementation and evaluation of policy organisations? Is it different across different cultures? Do men and
in contemporary democracies. Reflecting the varying roles of the public women lead in the same way? In this unit, we will review and evaluate
sector - for example, regulator, service provider and law-maker - policy theories of leadership. Emphasis will be on the application of theories
is approached as an exercise that occurs within specific institutional, to evidence, including participants' experiences and perceptions of
historical, political and economic contexts rather than an abstract leadership in different contexts. The theme of leaders as facilitators
ideal. Through tailored case studies, this unit will explore and agents of change will be explored, including real-world examples
issue-identification and framing, consultation, decision making, of what, how and when to make decisions. Similarly, the themes of
implementation and evaluation. Government is increasingly understood ethical practice in managing and leading people and shaping
as a generator of public value, and effective policy is the central organisational culture will be explored.
mechanism through which public value is delivered. Focusing on Textbooks
practitioner perspectives, the unit explores relevant theoretical and GSOG6002 unit reader
analytical frameworks. Throughout the unit there is an emphasis on
the need for policy which is informed by the best available evidence GSOG6003
and which, as much as possible, actively engages citizens and builds Strategic Administration
trust in public institutions and services. National and international Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Gaby Ramia, Prof Geoff Gallop
Session: S2 Late IntA Classes: Offered in 'intensive semester' mode with
policy transfer, the impact of globalisation and the challenges of the seven full days (minimum 42 hours) of class contact spread over a 10 week
information explosion will be considered. period (incorporating a three-week break for reading, reflection and writing).
Textbooks Face-to-face contact will be complemented by private study including the
completion of assessment tasks. Assessment: Critical Commentary (30%);
GSOG6001 unit reader; Althaus, C, Bridgman, P and David, G The Australina
Group Work (30%); Research Report (40%)
Policy Handbook 4th Edition
Note: Students who are not enrolled in the GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must
have the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government, to
GSOG6002 undertake this unit of study.
Public Sector Leadership
Credit points: 6 Session: S1 Late IntA Classes: Offered in 'intensive semester' Designed for advanced practitioners, this unit will explore six key
mode with seven full days (minimum 42 hours) of class contact spread over a strategic themes in public administration.The legislative and regulatory
10 week period (incorporating a three-week break for reading, reflection and frameworks of NSW and other jurisdictions will be reviewed to provide
writing). Face-to-face contact will be complemented by private study including
the completion of assessment tasks. The focus of this unit will be on how people a better understanding of how these affect macro-governance of the
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public sector. Case studies will be used to illustrate techniques and paper). The report should demonstrate primary research, the
skills for managing and facilitating policy as well as delivering services development of proposals based on independent research and an
within these frameworks. Explanations will be given of different models in-depth examination of the project theme. For students undertaking
and techniques for negotiating agency, cross-agency and individual projects the expected length would be 5000 words or less,
centre-of-government consultation and decision-making processes. while group projects would be 10,000 words or less (including
Various theoretical and applied frameworks for ethics and policy will supporting and implementation documentation). The project report
be examined as well as for personal and corporate responsibility, the (about 250 words) must include a Learning Objectives Impact Analysis
political process and managing relationships with ministers.The notion that demonstrates the manner and extent to which the completed
of the 'contract state' will be reviewed, particularly in the context of project achieves the general learning objectives identified below for
designing and executing complex private-sector contracts. the Work Based Project unit of study. The project must also
Consideration will be given to the nature and culture of organisations, demonstrate the application of theory and practice with respect to
particularly the ways they manage changes in their work force and policy development and the assessment of resource impacts of
workplace that have been introduced in response to external and recommendations or proposed actions. The project report must also
internal stimuli. The impact of globalisation, and the response of demonstrate the use of processes and techniques that engage others
various public sectors to terrorism will be reviewed as well as the in consultation and feedback during the evolution of the report and
influence these have had on international business dealings and the project. Each project will be assigned both an academic and
trans-national contracting. Theories and practical examples will be work-based supervisor, underpinned by a formal commitment to
presented of adjusting to, understanding and anticipating social, complete the defined scope of the project. Milestones will be identified
political and economic change and its impact. with feedback provided as the project develops.
Textbooks
GSOG6003 unit reader; Mark H. Moore (1995) Creating Public Value: Strategic GSOG6006
Management in Government, Cambridge Mas: Harvard University Press. Internship Program
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Director, GSG Session: Semester
GSOG6004 1, Semester 2 Classes: Meetings with academic supervisor Assessment:
Managing Public Expenditure Internship Report (based on reflective journal) 1,000 word report describing and
analysing internship including learning objectives impact statement (20%).
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Joanne Kelly
Internship Project 5,000 words (80%)
Session: S2 Late IntA Classes: Offered in 'intensive semester' mode with
seven full days (minimum 42 hours) of class contact spread over a 10 week Note: Students who are not enrolled in GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have
period (incorporating a three-week break for reading, reflection and writing). the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government to undertake
Face-to-face contact will be complemented by private study including the this unit of study.
completion of assessment tasks. Assessment: Includes a work journal (50%),
research paper (40%), peer assessment (10%). The Internship in Public Administration is a capstone project - it brings
Note: Students who are not undertaking the award courses GCPA, GDPA, together themes developed in the first four core units of study (Policy
MPAdmin or EMPA must have the permission of the Director, Graduate School in Practice: Delivering Public Value; Public Sector Leadership;
of Government, to take this unit of study. Strategic Administration and Managing Public Expenditure) and allows
This unit examines contemporary budgeting and financial management students to practise the application of theory to a real life situation,
practices in Australia and selected comparative jurisdictions (for problem or issue. The Internship needs to be based on a 'real world'
example, Canada and the United Kingdom) as a continuing site of situation and should add value to the sponsoring agency. All Internship
political, bureaucratic, and parliamentary conflict. In particular, it is Projects require agreement between the student, the sponsoring
framed around the continuing quest to increase the 'rationality' of agency and the Director, GSG. Depending on the nature of the project
resource allocation. The unit traces the shift from traditional approval may also be required from the University's Human Research
cash-based financial management to the rise of accrual-based Ethics Committee.
performance budgeting, and examines issues such as the nature of
GSOG6007
'budgeting control', the place of non-financial performance information
Research Project
in resource allocation, the consequences of accounting reforms for
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Director, GSG Session: Semester
public accountability and the contested orthodoxy of applying 'market 1, Semester 2 Classes: Meetings with academic supervisor Assessment:
discipline' in budget-dependent government services. Students will Assessment of the 10,000 word research essay based on an initial submission
review the changing role of central budget agencies, in particular, the of a proposal no shorter than 4 pages in length and regular supervisory meetings
influence of the accounting procession, corporate interests and (100%)
international organisations on the reform agenda. At a practical level Note: Students who are not enrolled in the GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must
have the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government, to
the unit provides insight into techniques for budget management and undertake this unit of study.
preparation, including the strategies and issues involved in risk
management, procuring capital works and managing assets and This unit consists of a 5000 word research essay under the guidance
facilities. The role and application of pricing policy and strategies are of a supervisor from GSG. Usually students will use this unit to expand
addressed in case studies. on a topic covered in a core or elective unit. Entry into this unit is not
Textbooks automatic, and requires the student to identify and gain agreement
GSOG6004 unit reader from an available staff member to supervise the proposed topic. The
student must demonstrate sufficient existing knowledge in the area
GSOG6005 based on a combination of previous studies and work experience.
Work Based Project
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Richard Mills Session: Semester 1 GSOG6008
Classes: Three to four half-day workshops; face to face meetings with an International & Comparative Public Admin
academic and a work based supervisor. Assessment: Project Application and
Credit points: 6 Session: Summer Early Classes: The unit is delivered in
Contract; Workshop participation and Literature Review (20%); Written Report
block intensive mode and each student is required to attend class for a total of
(60%); Oral presentation (20%)
39 hours. Assessment: Class participation and leadership (10%); Critical
Note: Students who are not enrolled in GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have reading summary (10%); Presentation (20%); Report on presentation (20%);
the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government to undertake Essay (40%)
this unit of study.
Note: Students who are not enrolled in GCPA, GDPA or MPAdmin must have
the permission of the Director, Graduate School of Government to undertake
A project, undertaken individually or with a group, that results in a this unit of study.
written report with appropriate supporting material and documentation
to aid implementation or progression to approval (for example, a draft Traditional public administration was more 'national' in focus than it
Cabinet Minute, ministerial briefing note, internal or external discussion is today, and national governments were the main representatives of
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their people in diplomatic affairs and relations with the rest of the the Graduate School of Government and graded at a
world. The nation-state and the national and sub-national public standard acceptable to the Graduate School of
sectors were the main structures studied in graduate public Government; and
administration courses. Today, interdependencies between local and (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
by the Graduate School of Government; and
global structures and ideas are more complex, and the public sector
(c) satisfaction of the English language requirements,
is more dependent on the non-profit/community and corporate sectors where applicable; and
for service delivery. These trends necessitate the study of public (d) any other minimum standards specified by the
administration from the international and cross-national and Graduate School of Government.
cross-regional comparative perspectives. We better understand our
own government if we understand how international institutions other 6 Requirements for award
national governments are administered and make policy. This Unit
examines the significance of international institutions in the (1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
intergovernmental and non-government sectors for public out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Graduate
administrators. It also explores comparative themes across countries School of Government coursework programs.
and regions, covering key themes including stage of economic (2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Public Administration
development. Comparisons are also drawn between developed a candidate must complete 48 credit points, including:
countries/regions and between developing countries/regions.
(b) a 6 credit point work based or internship project; and
(c) 18 credit points of elective units of study.
Course rules and resolutions (3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Public
Administration a candidate must complete 36 credit points,
Master of Public Administration including:
Graduate Diploma in Public Administration (b) a 6 credit point work based or internship project; and
(c) 6 credit points of elective unit of study.
(4) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Certificate in Public
Graduate Certificate in Public Administration a candidate must complete 24 credit points,
Administration including:
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable (a) 12-24 credit points of core units of study; and
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) (b) up to 12 credit points of elective units of study.
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney 7 Course transfer
amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty A candidate for the master's degree or graduate diploma may
and Plagiarism. elect to discontinue study and graduate with a shorter award from
Course resolutions provided the requirements of the shorter award have been met.
1 Course codes 8 Transitional provisions

Code Course title candidature after 1 January, 2011 and students who
TC031 Master of Public Administration commenced their candidature prior to 1 January, 2011 who
TF000 Graduate Diploma in Public Administration elect to proceed under these resolutions.
TG000 Graduate Certificate in Public Administration complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions
2 Attendance pattern may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative
beyond this time.
3 Master's type

(a) the Master of Public Administration
(b) the Graduate Diploma in Public Administration
(c) the Graduate Certificate in Public Administration
Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked on
merit in accordance with the following criteria:
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4. Executive Master of Public Year Sem Units of study

Administration 2 1 ANZG6010 ANZG6011 elective
Leading Public Governing by the
Sector Change Rules
2 ANZG6012 elective
Work Based
Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation Project
TC030 N/A EMPA
Units of study for the Executive Master of Public
The Executive Master of Public Administration is offered through the Administration
Australia and New Zealand School of Government and is a
jointly-badged degree awarded by the University of New South Wales General information relating to unit of study offerings
and the University of Sydney. The unit of study information listed is for 2011 and was correct at the
For the availability of elective units of study offered in these courses,
Credit points Duration (minimum) please refer to the Graduate School of Government website
60 2 years part-time (sydney.edu.au/business/gsg) and the faculty's website postgraduate
units of study pages (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits).
Degree structure and progression The full descriptions of the units, which appear in the following table,
Degree requirements can be found in Postgraduate unit of study descriptions.
To be awarded the Executive Master of Public Administration, students The Faculty of Economics and Business website
complete ten units of study (60 credit points), comprising: (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up-to-date
• all seven core units of study (42 credit points) information on unit of study availability and other requirements.
• a finance elective (GSOG6004 Managing Public Expenditure) Timetabling information for 2010 is also available on the faculty website
(six credit points); and (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units
• a maximum of two elective units of study (up to 12 credit points) of study are run subject to demand.
selected from a list of recommended elective units of study.
Core units of study Semester 1 or Semester 2). Some units are also offered in intensive
Students must complete the following seven core units of study (42 mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
credit points):
• ANZG6006 Delivering Public Value under the Table of postgraduate units of study: Australia and New
• ANZG6007 Decision Making Under Uncertainty Zealand School of Government - Executive Master of Public
• ANZG6008 Designing Public Policies and Programs Administration.
• ANZG6009 Government and the Market Economy
• ANZG6010 Leading Public Sector Change Table of postgraduate units of study: Australia and New
• ANZG6011 Governing by the Rules Zealand School of Government - Executive Master of
• ANZG6012 Work Based Project Public Administration
Note: All ANZG units of study are taught at another institution.
Managing Public Expenditure (GSOG6004)
All students enrolled in the Executive Master of Public Administration Unit of study Credit Session
are required to complete their finance elective at their enrolled points
university. Students enrolled in the Graduate School of Government,
ANZG6006 6 Semester 1
Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Sydney must Delivering Public Value
complete the unit, Managing Public Expenditure (GSOG6004), as ANZG6007 6 Semester 2
their finance elective. Decision Making under Uncertainty
Elective units of study Designing Public Policies and Programs
The Graduate School of Government at the start of the academic year ANZG6009 6 Semester 1
will provide a list of elective units of study. Students should consult Government and the Market Economy
the Graduate School of Government for a current list of elective units ANZG6010 6 Semester 1
Leading Public Sector Change
of study (www.econ.usyd.edu.au/gsg/).
Governing by the Rules
Progression guide
Note: In this example 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'. Work Based Project
Year Sem Units of study Managing - Organisational Sustainability
1 1 ANZG6006 ANZG6009 ANZG6019 6 Semester 1
Delivering Public Government and the Market Economy Project Management
Value
2 ANZG6007 ANZG6008 GSOG6004
Decision Making Designing Public Managing Public
Under Uncertainty Policies and Expenditure
Programs Course rules and resolutions
For details of course rules, resolutions and further requirements for
this degree please refer to the the Australia and New Zealand School
of Government website: www.anzsog.edu.au/.
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34. Postgraduate coursework programs: Transport Management
34. Postgraduate coursework programs: Transport

Management
This section outlines the Transport Management postgraduate • three core units of study (18 credit points)
coursework programs offered by the Institute of Transport and Logistics • five elective units of study (30 credit points).
Studies in the Faculty of Economics and Business. The available
courses are as follows:
2. Graduate Diploma in Transport Management
To be awarded the Graduate Diploma in Transport Management,
1. Master of Transport Management students complete six units of study (36 credit points), comprising:

2. Graduate Diploma in Transport • three elective units of study (18 credit points).
Management 3. Graduate Certificate in Transport Management
To be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Transport Management,
3. Graduate Certificate in Transport students complete four units of study (24 credit points), comprising:
Management
For details of the combined Master of Logistics Management and
• one elective unit of study (six credit points).
Master of Transport Management program please refer to
‘Postgraduate combined coursework master’s programs: Logistics Core units of study
Management and Transport Management’. Students complete the foundation unit, TPTM6241, in their first
semester of enrolment and the capstone unit, TPTM6450, in their final
Overview of the courses semester of enrolment.
Course CRICOS Course Course title • TPTM6241 Transport Modes and Systems (foundation unit)
code code abbreviation • TPTM6495 Analysis Tools for Transport and Logistics
FC020 008371G MTM Master of Transport Mangement • TPTM6450 Transport Policy (capstone unit).
FF020 008384C GradDipTM Graduate Diploma in Transport
Management Elective units of study
FG006 024656F GradCertTM Graduate Certificate in Transport Students enrolled in the individual Transport Management courses
Management choose their elective units as follows:
Transport at Sydney is offered by the Institute of Transport and • Master’s degree: five elective units (30 credit points)
Logistics Studies (ITLS) in the Faculty of Economics and Business. • Graduate Diploma: three elective units (18 credit points)
ITLS is an Australian Key Centre and world class research centre with • Graduate Certificate: one elective unit (six credit points)
strong industry links and a key role in developing innovative ideas in The elective options for these courses are as follows:
transportation policy and professional practice
(sydney.edu.au/business/itls). • TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics
Our programs focus on policy, strategic planning and management; • TPTM6130 Transport and Logistics Management
developing specialist skills in: applying concepts, techniques and • TPTM6160 Aviation Management and Logistics
principles that underlie transport management; understanding the • TPTM6180 Geographical Information Systems
relationships between government agencies and the private sector in • TPTM6190 Logistics Systems
the provision, financing, operation and maintenance of transport • TPTM6200 Maritime Logistics
networks; using contemporary modelling techniques and data • TPTM6210 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
• TPTM6222 Railway Planning and Operations
collection processes to solve problems in transport management,
• TPTM6224 Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems
planning and analysis; and managing the impacts of future trends in • TPTM6240 Public Transport Policy and Planning
transportation. • TPTM6300 Research Project I (Master's students only)
Credit points required for completion and duration • TPTM6360 Traffic Systems Management and Control
Course title Credit Duration (minimum) • TPTM6425 Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data
points
Master of Transport 48 1 year full-time • TPTM6470 Sustainable Transport and Logistic Systems
Management
2 years part-time
Progression guides
Graduate Diploma in Transport 36 1 year full-time
Management The following tables show course progression examples for a student
1.5 years part-time
enrolled in the Transport Management Master’s degree, Graduate
Graduate Certificate inTransport 24 0.5 years full-time Diploma or Graduate Certificate.
Management
1 year part-time
1. Master of Transport Management
Course structures and progressions The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a
student enrolled in the Master of Transport Management on a full-time
Course requirements basis undertaking three or four units of study (24 credit points) per
1. Master of Transport Management semester. (Note: In this example, 'Sem' is an abbreviation for
'Semester').
To be awarded the Master of Transport Management, students
complete eight units of study (48 credit points), comprising:

Year Sem Units of study Units of study for Transport Management

1 1 TPTM6241 TPTM6495 elective elective
coursework programs
Transport Analysis Tools
Modes and for Transport General information relating to unit of study offerings
Systems and Logistics
2 elective elective elective TPTM6450 time of printing of this handbook.
Transport
Policy
Please note: the Faculty of Economics and Business website
2. Graduate Diploma in Transport Management (sydney.edu.au/business/pgunits) contains the most up-to-date
The following table illustrates a degree progression example for a information on unit of study availability or other requirements. Further
student enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Transport Management information may be found at: sydney.edu.au/business/itls/. Timetabling
on a full-time basis undertaking three units of study (18 units of study) information for 2011 is also available on the faculty website
per semester. (Note: In this example 'Sem' is an abbreviation for (sydney.edu.au/business/timetable). Students should note that units
'Semester'). of study are run subject to demand.

1 1 TPTM6241 TPTM6495 elective mode. The intensive sessions are explained in the following table.
Transport Modes Analysis Tools for
and Systems Transport and Key to intensive unit of study offering sessions
Logistics
2 elective elective TPTM6450 Session code Description of how the unit will
Transport Policy be offered
3. Graduate Certificate in Transport Management 1a (7) the unit of study will run intensively in
student enrolled in the Graduate Certificate in Transport Management the second half of Semester 1
on a full-time basis undertaking four units of study (24 credit points) 2a (9) the unit of study will run intensively in
per semester. (Note: In this example 'Sem' is an abbreviation for the first half of Semester 2
'Semester'). 2b (10) the unit of study will run intensively in
Year Sem Units of study S1 Intensive (6) the unit of study will run intensively in
Semester 1 (non-standard start/end
1 1 TPTM6241 TPTM6495 elective TPTM6450 dates)
Transport Modes Analysis Tools for Transport
and Systems Transport and Policy S1 Late Intensive: S1 Late Int (61), the unit of study will run intensively in
Logistics S1 Late IntA (63), S1 Late IntB (64) Semester 1 (non-standard late
Please Note. The information listed in these examples is based on S2 Intensive (5) the unit of study will run intensively in
Semester 2 (non-standard dates)
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course S2 Intensive: S1 Late Int (51), S1 the unit of study will run intensively in
Late Ib (52), S1 Late IntA (53) and S1 Semester 2 (non-standard late
in different sequences to those which is listed (including enrolling in Late IntB (54) start/end dates)
units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students Summer School: Summer Early (42), the unit of study will be offered
are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs Summer Main (43), and Summer intensively in the Summer School
Late (44) session
any assistance in planning their progression in their course. Winter School: Winter Main (11) the unit of study will be offered
session
under :
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Transport Management

coursework programs
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Transport Management
coursework programs
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1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Transport Management coursework programs

points
Core units of study
Logistics
(i) Master’s degree: five elective units (30 credit points) must be completed.
(ii) Graduate Diploma: three elective units (18 credit points) must be completed.
(iii) Graduate Certificate: one elective unit (six credit points) must be completed.
Maritime Logistics
SCM
Systems
Control
Projects
Data
Systems
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points
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Transport Management coursework programs

from an understanding of key economic ideas. This unit does not

TPTM5001 require a previous background in economics. The unit is divided into
Logistics and Supply Chain Management a number of modules: travel demand and choice; costing, performance
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Semester 1, and benchmarking, strategic assessment of transport
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for distribution-related policy instruments; pricing and infrastructure and
freight systems management. Examples and case studies are drawn
from the freight and passenger sectors as well as all modes of
should be completed in the first period of study. Students with extensive practical transport. The specialised rigour will provide appropriate training for
experience in the logistics industry may apply to substitute another unit for tackling other topics, in other units, in more detail beyond these three
TPTM5001.Please provide a CV and covering email outlining your experience modules. The material is of especial relevance to majors in transport
to Professor David Walters david.walters@sydney.edu.au.
and logistics.
Logistics and supply chain management are foundation blocks of any
successful business. Unless an organisation can manage and TPTM6160
coordinate the movement of materials, information and cash through Aviation Management and Logistics
its business, and those of partner organisations, it is unlikely to Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Werner Delfmann Session:
outperform its competitors. Furthermore organisations rarely compete further details. Assessment: Class participation (10%), group case study work
as fully integrated organisations; typically they are part of increasingly (35%), group research work including presentations (35%), final examination
interdependent networks. The operational disciplines of the successful (20%)
organisation are responsible for developing and managing its response
to market opportunities, and supply chain management is the key to The aviation industry is changing rapidly with resulting commercial
a successful response. This unit provides the foundation for opportunities in airlines and airports. Participants in this course will
understanding of these two important concepts for logistics and supply develop an understanding of the economics of operating airlines and
chain management. It offers sound grounding in terms, concepts, airports and the implications of competitive strategies for the
techniques and principles that underlie logistics and supply chain development of hubs and networks. Airline topics include airline
management, exploring both concepts and demonstrating how together strategies, marketing, the formation and management of alliances,
these contribute towards a strategically effective and operationally yield/revenue management, travel sales and distribution. The growth
efficient organisation. This is the foundation unit of study for all logistics in air traffic in the region is placing strains on airport capacity and the
and supply chain management programs and majors. course covers forecasting, airport planning, externalities of airports,
TPTM6115 sector in airport development and operation. The course involves
Organisational Logistics individual work.
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok
Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. TPTM6180
Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class test (25%), group Geographical Information Systems
assignment (25%), in-class group debate (10%), in-class group case analysis Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Stephen Greaves
(5%), final examination (35%) Session: Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to
The aim of this unit is to provide an integrated approach to both micro GIS software (25%), team project using GIS software (group contribution (25%),
and macro aspects of organisational behaviour particularly related to individual (10%)), team presentation (group contribution (10%), individual (5%)),
the transport and logistic industries. The unit examines actions at final examination (25%)
three different levels of analysis: the individual, the group and the
organisation and is divided into three parts. Part 1 covers the strategic
thinking and the general environment affecting the work place. It also
examines the fundamentals of individual at work. Part 2 focuses on
leadership, work teams, and power and conflict in organisations. Part
3 attends to organisational structure, culture and strategic change
management. The integration of these 3 parts would provide
participants with the knowledge and skills to manage his/her
organisation effectively particularly in the transport and logistic
industries.
establishing potential demand for a new bus service). Students will
TPTM6130
also gain knowledge of how open-source GIS software (e.g., Google
Maps, Google Streets) can be used to analyse spatial problems. By
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester
the end of the course, students will be able to conduct and evaluate
Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) readiness assurance tests a GIS case study in terms of implementation of a data model, the use
(20%), in-class individual quizzes (6) (25%), team project with group report of appropriate GIS tools and techniques, benefits and barriers of the
(20%) and individual presentation (15%), take home examination (20%). implemented system, and how the system could be improved. This
This unit provides an essential set of skills for the management of the unit will appeal to all students interested in the spatial impact of
transport and logistics system for both the private and public sector decisions.
and across all modes in the freight and passenger sectors. The unit
provides an introduction to transport and logistics issues that benefit
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TPTM6190 share has been rising in many key markets. Problems of inadequate
Logistics Systems capacity are now arising, as much as problems of financial
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Collins Session: Semester self-sufficiency, and these problems require a good understanding of
1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for what solutions are available, and (perhaps more importantly in an
further details. Assessment: Demand forecasting computer examination (20%), University context) why. This unit therefore offers an in depth
descriptive techniques and evaluation techniques computer examination (20%),
inventory management computer examination (20%), Odessey2Go computer examination of concepts pertaining to railway management, economics
examination (20%), optimisation individual report (20%) and planning. Importantly, it moves on to explain how these are applied
in practical situations, and gives participants an opportunity to
This unit provides an in-depth introduction to various analytical tools, demonstrate their understanding through a range of exercises.
techniques and software which are useful in the design and day to
day operations of logistics organisations and integrated supply chains. TPTM6224
Emphasis in the unit is on which tools (in particular, students will be Intelligent Transport & Logistic Systems
exposed to Enterprise Resource Planning tool) to use and when to Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Christopher Skinner Session:
use them in order to improve the overall performance and reduce Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
costs in operating within supply chains. The unit will be taught from further details. Assessment: Individual reports (40%), group reports (20%),
a managerial performance, addressing issues such as better short-answer test (20%), individual essay (20%)
forecasting, inventory management and transportation. The unit is In this ever changing world, transportation and logistics professionals
taught in lecture and lab formats and will in addition involve significant require knowledge and expertise of how advanced technologies can
self instruction. enhance the safety, security, sustainability and efficiency of their
operations. This Unit of Study will provide knowledge and
TPTM6200
understanding of intelligent transport systems [ITS], intelligent vehicle
Maritime Logistics
systems (Telematics) and supply-chain and other intelligent logistic
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ada Suk-Fung Ng Session: systems. The Unit includes closely related material on Information
further details. Assessment: Online introductory module (10%), group research and Communications Technology [ICT], especially wireless
project (group contribution (30%), individual(10%)), ongoing quizzes and class communications, location-based services and distributed information
participation (15%), essay (15%), case study report (20%) processing in advanced intelligent networks. Advanced sensor devices
and interfaces are discussed with their strengths and limitations.
The growth of international trade and the globalisation of production
Applicable modelling and analysis techniques are experienced in
have considerably increased the impact of international and maritime
tutorial exercises and assignments. The Unit aims to prepare the
logistics. Trade growth has resulted in a rapid increase of shipping
student for a role in transport and logistics systems project design
value and tonnage led by containerized trade. Containers and
and performance assessment, including the ability to communicate
intermodal transportation have improved the efficiency of global supply
effectively with specialist development agencies. Business case
chains allowing for an efficient, quicker and more economical flow of
analysis and risk management are related to systems definition,
cargo. This course is designed to familiarize students with the special
development planning and execution. The Unit includes a visiting
characteristics of the maritime industry in general and the container
speaker and actual or virtual visits to Sydney transport & logistics
shipping industry in particular. The course includes topics such as
control centres. Tutorial sessions discuss topical international
Global trade and maritime logistics, port operations, port competition,
transport& logistics projects and analyses from a systems perspectives.
liner alliances, fleet management, liner routing and scheduling,
intermodalism and port security.
TPTM6240
TPTM6210
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Corinne Mulley Session:
Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM Summer Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Winter Main further details. Assessment: News diary (15%), critical literature review (40%),
Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details. group presentation (35%), field trip report (10%)
Assessment: Individual assignment (35%), group project presentation and
report (30%), final examination (35%) Having relevance to all areas of transport, urban planning, public
administration and passenger logistics, this unit provides an
Reverse logistics has become a process within supply chain
understanding of the characteristics of public transport systems and
management receiving increased focus as a result of: amplified
creates a framework to analyse public transport performance. It
consumer demand; pressure from environmental groups; the desire
considers topics relevant to an appreciation of public transport
to create closed loop supply chain systems; political motivations; and,
operations and the role of public transport in the overall transport
legislation. It is import when designing supply chains to view and
'offer'. The key focus is to instil a broad understanding of the concepts,
issues and impacts of public transport for intra- and inter-urban areas
and for rural areas. Within the context of an analytical framework, this
unit builds an appreciation of the importance, the drivers and the
problems of achieving efficient operation of transport systems. Public
transport management is heavily influenced by the regulatory and
institutional framework and the financial environment in which public
transport operates: these key issues are explored to explain why
countries/states have different levels and types of public transport.
TPTM6241
Transport Modes and Systems
TPTM6222
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester
Railway Planning and Operations 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Nigel Harris Session: Winter Main further details. Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) (30%), group
Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details. strategic scenario design and presentation (5) with individual assessment
Assessment: Generalised cost exercise (25%), public transport network component (30%), individual report (10%), team project with group report with
modelling exercise (25%), group project presentation: business plan (20%), individual assessment component (30%)
group project report: business plan (30%) Note: This is the foundation unit for all transport management programs and
There has been increasing interest in railways in recent years as a
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This unit offers students a comprehensive knowledge of the physical sustainability. The course will be of particular value to students
and economic structure of each of the fundamental modes of transport majoring in transportation, logistics and urban planning and design.
for private and commercial stakeholders. In this fundamental
introductory unit, each mode - road, rail, air and sea - is presented TPTM6390
from economic and market intelligence perspectives, giving students Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects
vital information on what drives passenger and freight behaviour and Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Jersey Seipel Session: Semester 1
how the modes are interlinked. Students will participate actively, Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details.
learning intelligent and strategic transport decision-making and final examination (50%)
communication skills through a series of team-based strategic
activities. These skills will improve students' ability to perform well in Logistics in humanitarian aid projects has long been an overlooked
subsequent units and ultimately in their transport or logistics careers. factor in the efficient and effective delivery of help to victims of war,
natural disasters and epidemics. With increased media coverage and
TPTM6300 the rise of the "CNN-factor" of humanitarian assistance to countries
Research Project I such as Sudan, Congo, Haiti, Afghanistan and Iraq, professional
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: This subject has logistics and supply chain management for humanitarian aid missions
no class requirements. It is research based. Assessment: Proposal (15%); has taken a place in the spotlight and is more and more recognised
Interim Report (20%); Final Report and Presentation (65%)
as one of the core components of all successful relief efforts. Unstable
security environments, long and fragile supply lines, time constraints
The purpose of this amendment is to offer students undertaking the and access restrictions often add to the pressure on logistics managers
Master of Logistics Management and/or the Master of Transport to deliver aid where it is most needed. This unit offers an introduction
Management under the new 10 unit of study program structure the into the complex and challenging world of logistics in humanitarian
opportunity for a 12 credit point dissertation route with a word length aid projects by case-studies of real emergencies, group exercises
(12,000 words) in line with Academic Board guidelines, when this unit and discussion of mission parameters based on experience from the
of study is taken in conjunction with TPTM6330 Research Project II. field.
This will provide graduates with an articulation route to a higher degree
by research (MPhil or PhD) or the opportunity for specialised research TPTM6425
equipping enter the logistics or transport professions, whether in the Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data
public or the private sector, giving them an edge over those who have Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session:
not had the opportunity to obtain both a broad based exposure to the further details. Assessment: Mathematical homeworks (3) (45%), survey design
field as well as an in-depth learning experience in a specialisation of (15%), pop quizzes (4) (20%), viva examination (20%)
their choosing.
This unit introduces students to the concepts of designing and
TPTM6350 implementing data collection procedures, particularly through surveys
Strategic Transport Modelling of human populations. The unit introduces simple sample designs,
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr John Rose Session: Semester 2 and covers the design of data-collection instruments, protocols for
Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details. undertaking surveys of human populations, pilot surveys and pre-tests,
Assessment: Mode choice and traffic assignment (25%), group trip generation survey ethics, survey administration, coding and archiving of data,
and trip distribution project (25%), group project (25%), final examination (25%)
computation of sampling errors and population statistics, response
This unit introduces the conventional four-step travel forecasting rates and other measures of survey quality, and validation of survey
procedure in addition to land-use forecasting, as currently applied in data. The unit also includes discussion of applications of advanced
urban areas throughout the world.The main topics include an overview technology to surveys, such as Internet surveys, surveys using GPS
of the transport planning system, network construction, data devices, and other remote sensing techniques. The unit is of particular
requirements, trip generation models, trip distribution models, mode value to students majoring in transport, logistics, marketing and urban
choice models, highway paths and assignment, transit paths and planning.
assignment, validation and acceptance testing, and forecasting. The
unit will also include practical demonstrations using transportation TPTM6440
forecasting software. The unit will be of particular value to students International Freight Transportation
majoring in transportation and logistics planning. The focus is on the Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Frederic Horst Session: Summer
application of statistical models in real world settings. details. Assessment: Take home examination (30%), individual paper (40%),
group assignment (30%)
TPTM6360
Traffic Systems Management and Control This unit seeks to give students an understanding of the dynamics of
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session: the express, air freight and shipping business. The course will discuss
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for underlying drivers of international trade flows and the demand for
further details. Assessment: Individual homework assignments (30%), literature capacity in different freight transport modes, as well as industry
(15% - 5% individual component), class attendance and participation (5%)
background the course will highlight the implications for profitable air
This unit provides students with an understanding of the major roles, cargo and shipping operations. Particular focus will be given to fleet
responsibilities and technical capabilities of traffic engineering and network planning, revenue and cost management. The material
professionals, required by both public and private sector employers covered in the course will take into account recent developments in
in this field. The following topics are covered: (1) a framework/context global and regional economic activity and discuss implications for the
for traffic engineering and management, which forms the basis for various sectors of the air and seafreight businesses.
subsequent modules; (2) the characteristics and limitations of road
users (humans and vehicles), which underpin engineering TPTM6450
considerations; (3) basic traffic variables (speed, density, flow) and Transport Policy
analytical techniques such as gap acceptance, capacity analysis and Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session:
shockwave analysis; (4) introduction to geometric design of traffic Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 8am-4pm. Refer to
timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual essays (2) (50%), news
system elements (roads, intersections) for a variety of road users; (5) diary (10%), viva examination (20%), team debate (20%)
management of the arterial and local road network (traffic calming); Note: This is the capstone unit for all transport management programs and
and (6) travel demand management in the interest of transport should be completed in the last period of study.
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This unit introduces students to the basic concepts of transport policy Course resolutions and rules
and decision making, including a look at the make-up of the transport
sector, relationships between planning, design, decision-making, and Master of Transport Management
policy, the sources of funding for transport, organisation of the
transport sector, the nature of decision making, the development of Graduate Diploma in Transport
policy, and the relationships among short-term, long-term, and strategic
planning.The unit introduces and discusses a number of contemporary
Management
transport and obesity, investment in public transport, road user Graduate Certificate in Transport
charging, other environmental impacts of transport, sustainable Management
transport systems, etc. This unit is of particular value to students These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
majoring in transport, logistics, marketing and urban planning. University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
TPTM6470 Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
Sustainable Transport & Logistic Systems (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Stephen Greaves amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
Session: Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to and Plagiarism.
pop quizzes (25%), team project with group (25%) and individual (10%) Course resolutions
How can we accommodate the rapidly expanding movement of 1 Course codes

passengers and freight in a way that is environmentally and socially
sustainable into the future? This unit introduces students to the major Code Course title
environmental issues that must be considered in contemporary FC020 Master of Transport Management
transport and logistics operations including climate change, regional
FF020 Graduate Diploma in Transport Management
and local air pollution, noise pollution and safety. The focus then turns
to specific modes, focusing initially on passenger transport, where we FG006 Graduate Certificate in Transport Management
identify the major trends working against sustainability and the range
of regulatory, behavioural, pricing, and voluntary strategies available
to try to reverse these trends. We then introduce the notion of 'green' 2 Attendance pattern
facilitate more sustainable practices in the shipment of freight. We The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
then consider the issues/challenges around sustainable aviation and according to candidate choice.
international shipping practice. Finally, we consider the critical issue
of safety and what strategies have/could be employed to mitigate the 3 Master's type
impacts. Throughout the unit, we focus on what is going on in both
the developed and emerging world nations, where the challenges are The master's degree in these resolutions is a professional
potentially on a different order of magnitude. The unit is of particular
value to students majoring in transport, logistics, environmental
planning, and urban planning.
TPTM6495
(a) the Master of Transport Management
Analysis Tools for Transport & Logistics (b) the Graduate Diploma in Transport Management
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Matthew Beck Session: Semester (c) the Graduate Certificate in Transport Management
1, Semester 2 Classes: 5 x 3 hour lectures, 6 x 3 hour computer tutorials. Refer (2) Providing candidates satisfy the admission requirements for
to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class multiple choice quizzes
(5) (15%), computer exam (30%), group assignment (25%), final examination
(30%) of the courses in this sequence. Only the longest award
Quantitative analysis is a key activity in developing successful business
strategies in the areas of transportation and logistics management. 5 Admission to candidature
Successful business strategies are generally based on diverse forms
of analysis on information collected from a wide range of sources. (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
This unit of study provides an introduction to the theory and principles on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
of quantitative analysis of transport and logistics markets through (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
the analysis of various types of data. Through classes and the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
assessments designed to specifically teach students how to undertake (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
quantitative research in a practical manner, students will be able to by the Faculty;
conduct their own quantitative analysis of transport and logistic market (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements,
places. where applicable; and any other minimum standards
specified by the Faculty.

out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Transport
Management coursework programs.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Transport
including:
(a) 18 credit points of core units of study;
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(3) To qualify for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Transport

including:
Transport Management a candidate must complete 24 credit
points, including:
7 Course transfer
beyond this time.
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35. Postgraduate combined coursework master's programs: Commerce and Logistics Management
35. Postgraduate combined coursework master's programs:

Commerce and Logistics Management
This section outlines the Commerce and Logistics Management • WORK5003 Management and Organisations
postgraduate combined coursework master’s programs offered by the
Faculty of Economics and Business.The available degree is as follows: * For students who wish to undertake units offered within the
Economics specialisation, including a specialisation in Economics, a
Master of Commerce and Master of High Distinction (HD) grade (a mark of 85% or higher) in ECON5000
can be used to satisfy the core unit ECON5001 requirement. Students
Logistics Management who take ECON5000 instead of ECON5001 and receive a grade lower
than HD will not be permitted to undertake the Economics
Overview of the degree specialisation.
Course code CRICOS code Degree abbreviation Commerce specialisations
FC040 035127G MCom/MLogMan Students complete at least one specialisation for the Master of
Commerce component of the combined degree. For a specialisation,
This program combines the Master of Commerce and the Master of students complete a prerequisite foundational unit of study (six credit
Logistics Management. Both degrees are studied concurrently and points) and at least four additional units of study including the capstone
will be awarded after a minimum of two years of full-time study. unit for the specialisation (minimum of 24 credit points).
Credit points required for completion and duration Students select their specialisations and electives from the following
subject areas:
96 2 years full-time • Accounting
• Banking
4 years part-time
• Business Law
• Economics
Degree structure and progression • Finance
• Integrated Business Solutions
Degree requirements • International Business
To be awarded the Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics • Management and Organisations
Management, students complete 16 units of study (96 credit points), • Marketing
comprising: • Project Management
For the Master of Commerce component: • Quantitative Finance
• Strategy and Innovation
• a maximum of four commerce foundational units of study (24
credit points) (excluding TPTM5001). (Students who wish to For details of the units of study that may be studied under each subject
complete an optional second commerce specialisation in this area, please refer to the section 'Commerce Specialisations' under
degree should only take up to two foundational units of study) Postgraduate coursework programs: Commerce in this handbook.
• a specialisation selected from the 'Commerce specialisations'
(excluding ‘Supply Chain and Logistics Management’) Note: Students cannot complete a specialisation in 'Logistics and
• an optional second specialisation (different to that chosen as a Supply Chain Management' for the Commerce component under this
first specialisation); AND/OR any additional elective units of study
combined degree.
from the specialisations subject areas.
For the Master of Logistics Management component: Logistics Management core units of study
Students complete the foundation unit, TPTM5001, in their first
• four core logistics management units of study (24 credit points) semester of enrolment and the capstone unit, TPTM6170, in their final
• two elective logistics management units of study (12 credit points). semester of enrolment.
Commerce foundational units of study • TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management (foundation
Students complete a maximum of four core (foundation) units of study unit)
(24 credit points) selected from those listed. • TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics
• TPTM6495 Analysis Tools for Transport and Logistics
All students must enrol in the foundational unit of study ECOF5010 • TPTM6170 Value Chain Management (capstone unit).
Academic and Professional Communication in their first semester of
study. Once enrolled, students will be assessed as to their need to Logistics Management elective units of study
complete the unit and those deemed to already have the equivalent Students select a maximum of two units of study from the following
knowledge of ECOF5010 will be waived the requirement to complete elective unit options:
this unit.
• ACCT5001 Accounting Principles • TPTM6160 Aviation Management and Logistics
• CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business • TPTM6180 Geographical Information Systems
• ECOF5010 Academic and Professional Communication • TPTM6190 Logistics Systems
• ECON5000 Economics for Commerce * • TPTM6200 Maritime Logistics
• ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics • TPTM6210 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
• FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance • TPTM6222 Railway Planning and Operations
• IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business • TPTM6224 Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems
• INFS5001 Project Management • TPTM6240 Public Transport Policy and Planning
• MKTG5001 Marketing Principles • TPTM6241 Transport Modes and Systems

• TPTM6260 International Logistics • For the Master of Logistics Management component, refer to the
• TPTM6270 Innovations in Logistics and Supply Chains unit of study table under Postgraduate coursework programs:
• TPTM6300 Research Project I Logistics Management
• TPTM6370 Manufacturing Logistics Course rules and resolutions
• TPTM6380 Retail Logistics Management
•
•
TPTM6390 Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects
TPTM6425 Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data
Master of Commerce and Master of
• TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation Logistics Management
• TPTM6450 Transport Policy These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
• TPTM6470 Sustainable Transport and Logistic Systems. University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
Note: ‘TPTM’ units of study taken as part of the Master of Logistics Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
Management component cannot be counted towards a specialisation (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
in the Master of Commerce component. amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
and Plagiarism.
For details of possible professional accreditations, please refer to the Course resolutions
'Accreditation requirements' information listed under the 'Master of
Commerce' entry in this handbook. 1 Course codes
Degree progression
Code Course title
FC040 Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics Management
student enrolled in the Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics
Management on a full-time basis completing four units of study (24
credit points) per semester.
Note: In this example, 'MCom' refers to the 'Master of Commerce' and
'MLM' refers to the 'Master of Logistics Management' and 'Sem' is an The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
abbreviation for 'Semester'. according to candidate choice.
Year Sem Units of study 3 Master's type

1 1 ECOF5010 MCom TPTM5001 TPTM6495
Academic and foundational Logistics and Analysis Tools The master's degrees in these resolutions are professional
Professional (articulates to Supply Chain for Transport master's courses, as defined by the Coursework Rule.
Communication* specialisation Management and Logistics
A)
2 MCom MCom TPTM6115 MLM elective
foundational foundational Organisational
OR OR Logistics (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
specialisation specialisation on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
2 1 MCom MCom MCom MLM elective (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
specialisation specialisation specialisation certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
A A OR elective
2 MCom MCom MCom TPTM6170 the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
specialisation specialisation specialisation Value Chain (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
A A (capstone) OR elective Management
by the Faculty;
* Students who are waived the requirement to complete ECOF5010
and
would complete an alternative foundational unit in this example. (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
Note: In the combined Master of Commerce and Master of Logistics
Management, units studied for the logistics management component
cannot be used to count towards a major in the commerce component
of the combined degree.
out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Commerce
Please Note. The information listed in this example is based on the coursework programs and the Table of postgraduate units
of study: Logistics Management.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Commerce and
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their degree Master of Logistics Management, candidates must complete
in different sequences to that which is listed (including enrolling in 96 credit points, including:
units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). Students (a) 24 credit points of Logistics Management core units
are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs of study; and
and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need (b) 12 credit points of Logistics Management elective
any assistance in planning their progression in their course. units of study; and
(c) a maximum of 24 credit points of Commerce
Units of study for the Master of Commerce and foundational units of study; and
(d) a Commerce specialisation other than Logistics and
Master of Logistics Management Supply Chain Management; and
The postgraduate units of study available in 2011 for the Master of (e) either a second Commerce specialisation; and/ or
Commerce and Master of Logistics Management set out under the (f) any additional elective units of study from the
following sections of this handbook: Commerce specialisations required to make 96 credit
points in total.
• For the Master of Commerce component, refer to the unit of study (3) In this combined degree, units completed for the Master of
table under Postgraduate coursework programs: Commerce Logistics Management component cannot be counted
towards the Master of Commerce component.
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6 Specialisations
Completion of a specialisation is a requirement of the Master of
Commerce. The specialisations available are listed under the
resolutions for the Master of Commerce.The Logistics and Supply
Chain Management specialisation is not available in this combined
degree. Units completed for the Master of Logistics Management
component cannot be used to count towards a specialisation in
the Commerce component.
7 Course transfer
complete either the Master of Commerce or the Master of
Logistics Management in accordance with the resolutions
governing that degree.
requirements are completed by a January, 2016. The Faculty
beyond this time.
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36. Postgraduate combined coursework master's programs: International Business and Commerce

International Business and Commerce
This section outlines the International Business and Commerce • TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management
postgraduate combined coursework master’s program offered by the • WORK5003 Management and Organisations
Faculty of Economics and Business.The available degree is as follows:
* For students who wish to undertake units offered within the
Economics specialisation, including a specialisation in Economics, a
Master of International Business and High Distinction (HD) grade (a mark of 85% or higher) in ECON5000
Master of Commerce can be used to satisfy the core unit ECON5001 requirement. Students
who take ECON5000 instead of ECON5001 and receive a grade lower
Overview of the degree than HD will not be permitted to undertake the Economics
specialisation.
FC042 035125J MIntBus/MCom Commerce specialisations
Students select their specialisation and/or electives from the following
This program combines the Master of International Business and the subject areas:
Master of Commerce. Both degrees are studied concurrently and will
be awarded after a minimum of two years of full-time study. • Accounting
• Banking
Credit points required for completion and duration • Business Law
• Economics
Credit points Duration (minimum) • Finance
• Integrated Business Solutions
96 2 years full-time • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
4 years part-time • Management and Organisations
• Marketing
Degree structure and progression • Project Management
Degree requirements • Quantitative Finance
To be awarded the Master of International Business and Master of • Strategy and Innovation
Commerce, students complete 16 units (96 credit points), comprising: For details of the requirements for the award of a particular
For the Master of Commerce component: specialisation and the units of study available under each
specialisation, please refer to the 'Commerce specialisations' section
• a maximum of four commerce foundational units of study (24 under Postgraduate coursework programs: Commerce
credit points). (Students who wish to complete an optional second
Commerce specialisation in this degree should only take a Note: Students cannot complete a specialisation in 'International
maximum of two foundational units of study) Business' for the Commerce component under this combined degree.
• a specialisation selected from the 'Commerce specialisations'
(excluding ‘international business’) International Business core units of study
• either an optional second specialisation (if two or less foundational
units of study are undertaken); AND/OR elective units of study • IBUS6001 International Business Strategy
selected from the units listed under the 'Commerce specialisations' • IBUS6002 Cross-Cultural Management
(maximum of 24 credit points). • IBUS6003 Managing International Risk
For the Master of International Business component:
International Business elective units of study
• four core international business units of study (24 credit points)
Students select their elective international business units of study
• two elective international business units of study (12 credit points).
from the following options:
Commerce foundational units of study • ACCT6002 International Accounting
Students complete a maximum of four foundational units (24 credit • BANK6003 Global Supervision of Bank Risks
points) of study from the following list. • CISS6003 Business and Security
All students must enrol in the foundational unit of study ECOF5010 • CISS6013 Middle East Conflict and Security
Academic and Professional Communication in their first semester of • CLAW6007 Issues in Law and International Business
study. Once enrolled, students will be assessed as to their need to • ECON6008 International Money and Finance
complete the unit and those deemed to already have the equivalent • ECON6016 Trade and Development
knowledge of ECOF5010 will be waived the requirement to complete • ECON6024 Private Equity
this unit. • ECOP6010 International Trade Regulation
• ACCT5001 Accounting Principles • ECOP6016 China in the World Economy
• CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business • FINC6013 International Business Finance
• ECOF5010 Academic and Professional Communication • FINC6015 Global Trading
• ECON5000 Economics for Commerce * • GOVT6116 International Organisations *
• ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics • GOVT6117 International Politics of Human Rights
• FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance • GOVT6123 Globalisation and Governance
• IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business • GOVT6125 Politics of the World Economy
• INFS5001 Project Management • GOVT6136 Asia Pacific Politics
• MKTG5001 Marketing Principles • GOVT6147 Foundations of International Relations

• GOVT6331 Public Management and Governance faculty’s Student Information Office if they need any assistance in
• IBUS6005 Ethical Issues in International Business planning their progression in their course.
• IBUS6006 Comparative International Management
• IBUS6007 International Business Special Project Units of study for Master of International Business
• IBUS6008 Export Management
• IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities and Startups
and Master of Logistics Management
• IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation The postgraduate units of study available in 2011 for the Master of
• IBUS6013 Business Restructuring and Renewal International Business and Master of Commerce set out under the
• IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management following sections of this handbook:
• IBUS6016 Social Entrepreneurship
• IBUS6017 Enterprise and the Creative Industries • For the Master of International Business component, refer to the
• IBUS6018 Business Negotiations unit of study table under Postgraduate coursework programs:
• MKTG6013 International and Global Marketing International Business
• MKTG6019 Marketing in the Asia-Pacific Region * • For the Master of Commerce component, refer to the unit of study
• TPTM6130 Transport and Logistics Management table under Postgraduate coursework programs: Commerce
• TPTM6260 International Logistics
• USSC6903 US Foreign and National Security Policy Course rules and resolutions
• USSC6904 US Financial Institutions and Culture *
•
•
USSC6905 US Economic Policy and Regulation *
WORK6018 International Industrial Relations
Master of International Business and
• WORK6108 International Dimensions of HRM Master of Commerce
• WORK6119 The Innovative Firm These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
• WORK6121 Founders of Enterprise. * University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011. Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
Note: All 'ECOP' and 'GOVT' units of study are offered through the amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
Faculty of Arts and all 'USSC' units of study are offered through the and Plagiarism.
United States Studies Centre.
Course resolutions
Professional accreditation program requirements
For details of possible professional accreditations, please refer to the
1 Course codes
information listed under the 'Master of Commerce' entry in this
handbook.
Code Course title
Progression guide FC042 Master of International Business and Master of Commerce
student enrolled in the Master of International Business and Master
of Commerce on a full-time basis completing four units of study (24 2 Attendance pattern
credit points) per semester.
The attendance pattern for this combined course is full time or
Note: In this example, 'MCom' refers to the 'Master of Commerce' and part time according to candidate choice.
'MIB' refers to the 'Master of International Business' and 'Sem' is an
abbreviation for 'Semester'. 3 Master's type
Year Sem Units of study This master's degree is a professional master's course, as defined
1 1 MCom ECOF5010 MIB core MIB core by the Coursework Rule.
foundational Academic and
(articulates to Professional
specialisation Communication*
A)
2 MCom MCom MIB core MIB core (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
foundational foundational on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
or or (a) a bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, graduate
specialisation specialisation certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
2 1 MCom MCom MCom elective MIB elective the Faculty and graded at a standard acceptable to
specialisation specialisation or the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
A A specialisation
2 MCom MCom MCom elective MIB elective by the Faculty;
specialisation specialisation or
A A (capstone) specialisation (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
and
* Students who are waived the requirement to complete ECOF5010 (d) any other minimum standards specified by the Faculty.
would complete an alternative foundational unit in this example.
Note: In the combined Master of International Business and Master
of Commerce, units studied for the international business component (1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
cannot be used to count towards a major in the commerce component out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: International
of the combined degree. Business coursework programs and the Table of
postgraduate units of study: Commerce coursework
Please Note:The information listed in these examples is based on the programs.
unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only. (2) To qualify for the award of the Master of International
Business and Master of Commerce, a candidate must
complete 96 credit points, including:
sequences to those listed (including enrolling in units in Summer or (a) 24 credit points of International Business core units
Winter School sessions when available). Students are advised to plan of study; and
their degree based upon their individual needs and to contact the
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(b) 12 credit points of International Business elective units

of study; and
(c) a maximum of 24 credit points of Commerce
foundational units of study; and
(d) a Commerce specialisation other than International
Business; and
(e) either a second Commerce specialisation; and/ or any
additional elective units of study from the Commerce
specialisations required to make 96 credit points in
total.
(3) In this combined degree, units completed for the Master of
International business component cannot be used to count
towards a specialisation in the Master of Commerce
component of this combined degree.
6 Specialisations
Completion of a specialisation is a requirement of the Master of
Commerce. The specialisations available are listed under the
resolutions for the Master of Commerce. The International
Business specialisation is not available in this combined degree.
Units completed in the combined degree for the International
Business component cannot be used to count towards a
specialisation in the Commerce component.
7 Course transfer
complete either the Master of International Business or the Master
of Commerce in accordance with the resolutions governing that
degree.
beyond this time.
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37. Postgraduate combined coursework master's programs: International Business and Logistics Management

International Business and Logistics Management
This section outlines the International Business and Logistics International Business core units of study
Management postgraduate coursework combined master’s programs
offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business. The available • IBUS6002 Cross-Cultural Management
degree is as follows: • IBUS6003 Managing International Risk
Master of International Business and
International Business elective units of study
Master of Logistics Management Students select two units of study (12 credit points) from the following
Overview of the degree options:

• BANK6003 Global Supervision of Bank Risks
FC044 035123M MintBus/MLogMan • CISS6003 Business and Security
This program combines the Master of International Business and the • CISS6013 Middle East Conflict and Security
Master of Logistics Management. Both degrees are studied • CLAW6007 Issues in Law and International Business
concurrently and will be awarded after a minimum of two years of • ECON6008 International Money and Finance
full-time study.
Credit points required for completion and duration • ECOP6010 International Trade Regulation
Credit points Duration (minimum) • ECOP6016 China in the World Economy
96 2 years full-time • FINC6015 Global Trading
4 years part-time • GOVT6116 International Organisations *
• GOVT6117 International Politics of Human Rights
• GOVT6123 Globalisation and Governance
Degree structure and progression • GOVT6125 Politics of the World Economy
Degree requirments • GOVT6136 Asia Pacific Politics
• GOVT6147 Foundations of International Relations
To be awarded the Master of International Business and the Master • GOVT6331 Public Management and Governance
of Logistics Management, students complete 16 units of study (96 • IBUS6005 Ethical Issues in International Business
credit points), comprising: • IBUS6006 Comparative International Management
For the Master of International Business component: • IBUS6008 Export Management
• four international business foundational units of study (24 credit • IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities and Startups
points); • IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation
• four international business core units of study (24 credit points); • IBUS6013 Business Restructuring and Renewal
• two international business elective units of study (12 credit points). • IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management
• IBUS6016 Social Entrepreneurship
For the Master of Logistics Management component: • IBUS6017 Enterprise and the Creative Industries
• four logistics management core units of study (24 credit points) • MKTG6013 International and Global Marketing
• two logistics management elective units of study (12 credit points). • MKTG6019 Marketing in the Asia-Pacific Region
International Business foundational units of study • TPTM6260 International Logistics
Students complete four units of study (24 credit points) selected from • TPTM6390 Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects
the following options: • TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation
• USSC6903 US Foreign and National Security Policy
• ACCT5001 Accounting Principles • USSC6904 US Financial Institutions and Culture *
• CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business • USSC6905 US Economic Policy and Regulation *
• ECOF5010 Academic and Professional Communication • WORK6018 International Industrial Relations
• ECON5001 Microeconomic Theory • WORK6108 International Dimensions of HRM
• ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory • WORK6119 The Innovative Firm
• ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics • WORK6121 Founders of Enterprise. *
• IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business Units of study marked with an "*" will not be offered for 2011.
• INFS5001 Project Management
• MKTG5001 Marketing Principles Note: All 'ECOP' and 'GOVT' units of study are offered through the
• WORK5003 Management and Organisations Faculty of Arts and all 'USSC' units of study are offered through the
United States Studies Centre. ‘TPTM’ units taken as electives in the
Master of International Business component of the combined degree
cannot be counted towards the Master of Logistics Management
component.

Logistics Management core units of study Units of study for the Master of International
Students complete the foundation unit, TPTM5001, in their first Business and Master of Logistics Management
semester of enrolment and the capstone unit, TPTM6170, in their final The postgraduate units of study available in 2011 for the Master of
semester of enrolment. International Business and Master of Logistics Management set out
• TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management (foundation under the following sections of this handbook:
unit)
• For the Master of International Business component, refer to the
unit of study table under Postgraduate coursework programs:
• TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics
• TPTM6170 Value Chain Management (capstone unit).
• For the Master of Logistics Management component, refer to the
Logistics Management elective units of study unit of study table under Postgraduate coursework programs:
Logistics Management.
Students select two elective units (12 credit points) from the following
options:
• TPTM6160 Aviation Management and Logistics
Course resolutions and rules
• TPTM6180 Geographical Information Systems
• TPTM6190 Logistics Systems Master of International Business and
• TPTM6200 Maritime Logistics Master of Logistics Management
• TPTM6210 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
• TPTM6222 Railway Planning and Operations These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable
• TPTM6224 Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to)
• TPTM6240 Public Transport Policy and Planning the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework
• TPTM6241 Transport Modes and Systems Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney
• TPTM6260 International Logistics (Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as
• TPTM6270 Innovations in Logistics and Supply Chains amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty
• TPTM6300 Research Project I and Plagiarism.
• TPTM6350 Strategic Transport Modelling Course resolutions
• TPTM6370 Manufacturing Logistics 1 Course codes
• TPTM6380 Retail Logistics Management
Code Course title
• TPTM6425 Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data
• TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation FC044 Master of International Business and Master of Logistics
• TPTM6450 Transport Policy Management
TPTM6470 Sustainable Transport and Logistic Systems.
Note: In the combined Master of International Business and Master 2 Attendance pattern
of Logistics Management program, elective logistics management
units cannot be used to count towards both the international business The attendance pattern for this course is full time or part time
and logistics management components of the combined degree. according to candidate choice.
Degree progression 3 Master's type
student enrolled in the Master of International Business and Master These master's degrees are professional master's courses, as
of Logistics Management on a full-time basis undertaking four units defined by the Coursework Rule.
of study (24 credit points) per semester.
Note: In this example, 'MIB' refers to the 'Master of International
Business' and 'MLM' refers to the 'Master of Logistics Management' (1) Available places will be offered to qualified applicants ranked
and 'Sem' is an abbreviation for 'Semester'. on merit in accordance with the following criteria:
Year Sem Units ofstudy certificate or equivalent at an institution approved by
1 1 MIB core MIB TPTM5001 TPTM6495
compuslory Logistics and Analysis Tools the Faculty; and/or where applicable:
Supply Chain for Transport (b) relevant work experience requirements as determined
Management and Logistics by the Faculty;
2 MIB core MIB TPTM6115 MLM elective (c) satisfaction of the English language requirements;
compulsory Organisational and
Logistics
2 1 MIB core MIB MIB elective MLM elective
compulsory
2 MIB core MIB MIB elective TPTM6170
compulsory Value Chain
Management (1) The units of study that may be taken for the course are set
out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: International
Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the Business coursework programs and the Table of
unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only. postgraduate units of study: Logistics Management.
Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course (2) To qualify for the award of the Master of International
Business and Master of Logistics Management, candidates
in different sequences to that which is listed above (including enrolling
must complete 96 credit points, including:
in units in Summer or Winter School sessions when available). (a) 24 credit points of Logistics Management core units
Students are advised to plan their course based upon their individual of study; and
needs and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they (b) 12 credit points of Logistics Management elective
need any assistance in planning their progression in their course. units of study; and
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(c) 24 credit points of International Business foundational

units of study; and
(d) 24 credit points of International Business core units
of study; and
(e) 12 credit points of International Business elective units
of study.
Logistics Management component cannot be counted
towards the International Business component.
6 Course transfer
complete either the Master of International Business or the Master
of Logistics Management in accordance with the resolutions
beyond this time.
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38. Postgraduate combined coursework master's programs: Logistics Management and Transport Management

Logistics Management and Transport Management
This section outlines the Logistics Management and Transport Logistics Management and Transport Management
Management postgraduate combined coursework master’s programs elective units of study
offered by the Faculty of Economics and Business. The available Students select their elective options from the following units of study:
degree is as follows:
TPTM6160 Aviation Management and Logistics
Master of Logistics Management and • TPTM6180 Geographical Information Systems
Master of Transport Management • TPTM6190 Logistics Systems
Overview of the degree • TPTM6210 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
• TPTM6222 Railway Planning and Operations
Course code CRICOS code Course abbreviation • TPTM6224 Intelligent Transport and Logistic Systems
• TPTM6240 Public Transport Policy and Planning
FC041 035128F MLogMan/MTM • TPTM6260 International Logistics
• TPTM6270 Innovations in Logistics and Supply Chains
This program combines the Master of Logistics Management and the • TPTM6300 Research Project I
Master of Transport Management. Both degrees are studied • TPTM6310 Project Management in Supply Chains
concurrently and will be awarded after a minimum of one and a half • TPTM6350 Strategic Transport Modelling
years of full-time study. • TPTM6360 Traffic Systems Management and Control
• TPTM6370 Manufacturing Logistics
Credit points required for completion and duration • TPTM6380 Retail Logistics Management
Credit points Duration (minimum) • TPTM6425 Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data
• TPTM6470 Sustainable Transport and Logistic Systems.
3 years part-time
Degree progression
Degree structure and progression The following table illustrates an example degree progression for a
student enrolled in the Master of Transport Management and Master
Degree requirements of Logistics Management on a full-time basis undertaking four units
To be awarded the Master of Transport Management and Master of of study (24 credit points) per semester.
Logistics Management, students complete 12 units of study (72 credit
points), comprising: Year Sem Units of study
• three logistics management core units of study (18 credit points) 1 1 TPTM5001 TPTM6241 TPTM6495 elective
Logistics and Transport Analysis Tools
• three transport management core units of study (18 credit points) Supply Chain Modes and for Transport
• six logistics management and transport management elective Management Systems and Logistics
units of study (36 credit points). 2 TPTM6115 elective elective elective
Organisational
Logistics Management core units of study Logistics
Students complete the foundation unit, TPTM5001, in their first 2 1 elective elective TPTM6170 TPTM6450
semester of enrolment and the capstone unit, TPTM6170, in their final Value Chain Transport
Management Policy
semester of enrolment.
• TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management (foundation Please Note: The information listed in this example is based on the
unit of study) unit of study offerings for 2011 and is intended as a guide only.
• TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics Students are usually able to complete the units of study for their course
• TPTM6170 Value Chain Management (capstone unit of study). in different sequences to that which is listed (including enrolling in
Transport Management core units of study are advised to plan their course based upon their individual needs
Students complete the foundation unit, TPTM6241, in their first and to contact the faculty’s Student Information Office if they need
semester of enrolment and the capstone unit, TPTM6450, in their final any assistance in planning their progression in their degree.
semester of enrolment.
• TPTM6241 Transport Modes and Systems (foundation unit of

study)
• TPTM6450 Transport Policy (capstone unit of study).

Units of study for the Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport Management
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1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport Management
2. Postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport Management
1. Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport Management
points
Core units of study
Students complete three core units for the Logistics Management component and three for the Transport Management component.
Master of Logistics Management component
Master of Transport Management component
Logistics
Students complete six elective units from the following list to meet the requirements for both the Logistics Management and Transport Management components
of the combined degree.
Maritime Logistics
SCM
Systems
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Chains
Chains
Control
Projects
Data
Systems
2. postgraduate unit of study descriptions: Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport Management
techniques and principles that underlie logistics and supply chain

TPTM5001 management, exploring both concepts and demonstrating how together
Logistics and Supply Chain Management these contribute towards a strategically effective and operationally
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Semester 1, efficient organisation. This is the foundation unit of study for all logistics
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for and supply chain management programs and majors.
TPTM6115
should be completed in the first period of study. Students with extensive practical Organisational Logistics
experience in the logistics industry may apply to substitute another unit for Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok
TPTM5001.Please provide a CV and covering email outlining your experience Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm.
to Professor David Walters david.walters@sydney.edu.au. Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class test (25%), group
assignment (25%), in-class group debate (10%), in-class group case analysis
Logistics and supply chain management are foundation blocks of any (5%), final examination (35%)
coordinate the movement of materials, information and cash through The aim of this unit is to provide an integrated approach to both micro
its business, and those of partner organisations, it is unlikely to and macro aspects of organisational behaviour particularly related to
outperform its competitors. Furthermore organisations rarely compete the transport and logistic industries. The unit examines actions at
as fully integrated organisations; typically they are part of increasingly three different levels of analysis: the individual, the group and the
interdependent networks. The operational disciplines of the successful organisation and is divided into three parts. Part 1 covers the strategic
organisation are responsible for developing and managing its response thinking and the general environment affecting the work place. It also
to market opportunities, and supply chain management is the key to examines the fundamentals of individual at work. Part 2 focuses on
a successful response. This unit provides the foundation for leadership, work teams, and power and conflict in organisations. Part
understanding of these two important concepts for logistics and supply 3 attends to organisational structure, culture and strategic change
chain management. It offers sound grounding in terms, concepts, management. The integration of these 3 parts would provide
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participants with the knowledge and skills to manage his/her timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual tutorial exercises using
organisation effectively particularly in the transport and logistic GIS software (25%), team project using GIS software (group contribution (25%),
individual (10%)), team presentation (group contribution (10%), individual (5%)),
industries. final examination (25%)
TPTM6130 This unit introduces students to Geographical Information Systems

Transport and Logistics Management (GIS), which have revolutionised the ability to support different types
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester of transportation, logistics and planning analyses. The course begins
1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details. by introducing students to the fundamentals of GIS, the spatial model,
Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) readiness assurance tests how data are organised and how spatial queries work. We then focus
(20%) and individual presentation (15%), take home examination (20%). on spatial data sources, with a particular focus on GPS, including
This unit provides an essential set of skills for the management of the moves to a hands-on focus in which students will use the powerful
transport and logistics system for both the private and public sector TransCAD GIS software to analyse a number of problems (e.g.,
and across all modes in the freight and passenger sectors. The unit planning a routing and delivery system, locating a new warehouse,
provides an introduction to transport and logistics issues that benefit establishing potential demand for a new bus service). Students will
from an understanding of key economic ideas. This unit does not also gain knowledge of how open-source GIS software (e.g., Google
require a previous background in economics. The unit is divided into Maps, Google Streets) can be used to analyse spatial problems. By
a number of modules: travel demand and choice; costing, performance the end of the course, students will be able to conduct and evaluate
and benchmarking, strategic assessment of transport a GIS case study in terms of implementation of a data model, the use
distribution-related policy instruments; pricing and infrastructure and of appropriate GIS tools and techniques, benefits and barriers of the
freight systems management. Examples and case studies are drawn implemented system, and how the system could be improved. This
from the freight and passenger sectors as well as all modes of unit will appeal to all students interested in the spatial impact of
transport. The specialised rigour will provide appropriate training for decisions.
tackling other topics, in other units, in more detail beyond these three
modules. The material is of especial relevance to majors in transport TPTM6190
and logistics. Logistics Systems
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Andrew Collins Session: Semester
TPTM6160 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
Aviation Management and Logistics further details. Assessment: Demand forecasting computer examination (20%),
descriptive techniques and evaluation techniques computer examination (20%),
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Werner Delfmann Session: inventory management computer examination (20%), Odessey2Go computer
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for examination (20%), optimisation individual report (20%)
further details. Assessment: Class participation (10%), group case study work
(35%), group research work including presentations (35%), final examination This unit provides an in-depth introduction to various analytical tools,
(20%)
techniques and software which are useful in the design and day to
The aviation industry is changing rapidly with resulting commercial day operations of logistics organisations and integrated supply chains.
opportunities in airlines and airports. Participants in this course will Emphasis in the unit is on which tools (in particular, students will be
develop an understanding of the economics of operating airlines and exposed to Enterprise Resource Planning tool) to use and when to
airports and the implications of competitive strategies for the use them in order to improve the overall performance and reduce
development of hubs and networks. Airline topics include airline costs in operating within supply chains. The unit will be taught from
strategies, marketing, the formation and management of alliances, a managerial performance, addressing issues such as better
yield/revenue management, travel sales and distribution. The growth forecasting, inventory management and transportation. The unit is
in air traffic in the region is placing strains on airport capacity and the taught in lecture and lab formats and will in addition involve significant
course covers forecasting, airport planning, externalities of airports, self instruction.
sector in airport development and operation. The course involves TPTM6200
individual work. Maritime Logistics
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ada Suk-Fung Ng Session:
TPTM6170 Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
Value Chain Management project (group contribution (30%), individual(10%)), ongoing quizzes and class
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor David Walters Session: participation (15%), essay (15%), case study report (20%)
timetable for further details. Assessment: Tutorials (2) (30%), quizzes (4) (30%), The growth of international trade and the globalisation of production
final examination (40%) have considerably increased the impact of international and maritime
Note: This is the capstone unit for all logistics management programs and should logistics. Trade growth has resulted in a rapid increase of shipping
be completed in the last period of study.
value and tonnage led by containerized trade. Containers and
Australian businesses are increasingly working as components of intermodal transportation have improved the efficiency of global supply
value chain networks and the key focus of this unit is to introduce the chains allowing for an efficient, quicker and more economical flow of
concepts of what has been identified as the "New Economy Business cargo. This course is designed to familiarize students with the special
Model". It explores the concepts using examples and case studies. characteristics of the maritime industry in general and the container
The changes to facilitate this are not just sales and marketing driven, shipping industry in particular. The course includes topics such as
but encompass design and development, production and distribution Global trade and maritime logistics, port operations, port competition,
in a holistic business model. Products and services now have multiple liner alliances, fleet management, liner routing and scheduling,
applications and business organisations are redefining their core intermodalism and port security.
capabilities and processes. In other words "value chain networks" are
competing with each other. At the industry level value chains can be TPTM6210
seen as business network structures, or confederations, that are Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM
developing from traditional corporations. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Alan Win Session: Winter Main
Assessment: Individual assignment (35%), group project presentation and
TPTM6180 report (30%), final examination (35%)
Geographical Information Systems
Session: Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to
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Reverse logistics has become a process within supply chain understanding of the characteristics of public transport systems and
management receiving increased focus as a result of: amplified creates a framework to analyse public transport performance. It
consumer demand; pressure from environmental groups; the desire considers topics relevant to an appreciation of public transport
to create closed loop supply chain systems; political motivations; and, operations and the role of public transport in the overall transport
legislation. It is import when designing supply chains to view and 'offer'. The key focus is to instil a broad understanding of the concepts,
analyse from a closed loop perspective. We operate in an increasingly issues and impacts of public transport for intra- and inter-urban areas
global market with product and services being sourced internationally, and for rural areas. Within the context of an analytical framework, this
all of which adds further complexity when considering from a reverse unit builds an appreciation of the importance, the drivers and the
logistics and closed loop supply chain perspective. Increasingly, problems of achieving efficient operation of transport systems. Public
reverse logistics is becoming a differentiator when determining transport management is heavily influenced by the regulatory and
competitive advantage between like companies within an industry. institutional framework and the financial environment in which public
This unit offers an in depth examination of concepts pertaining to transport operates: these key issues are explored to explain why
reverse logistics and closed loop supply chain management then countries/states have different levels and types of public transport.
strategically effective and operationally efficient organisation. TPTM6241
Transport Modes and Systems
TPTM6222 Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Sean Puckett Session: Semester
Railway Planning and Operations 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
further details. Assessment: In-class individual (5) and group (5) (30%), group
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Nigel Harris Session: Winter Main
strategic scenario design and presentation (5) with individual assessment
component (30%), individual report (10%), team project with group report with
Assessment: Generalised cost exercise (25%), public transport network
individual assessment component (30%)
modelling exercise (25%), group project presentation: business plan (20%),
group project report: business plan (30%) Note: This is the foundation unit for all transport management programs and
There has been increasing interest in railways in recent years as a
This unit offers students a comprehensive knowledge of the physical
and economic structure of each of the fundamental modes of transport
share has been rising in many key markets. Problems of inadequate
for private and commercial stakeholders. In this fundamental
capacity are now arising, as much as problems of financial
introductory unit, each mode - road, rail, air and sea - is presented
self-sufficiency, and these problems require a good understanding of
from economic and market intelligence perspectives, giving students
what solutions are available, and (perhaps more importantly in an
vital information on what drives passenger and freight behaviour and
University context) why. This unit therefore offers an in depth
how the modes are interlinked. Students will participate actively,
examination of concepts pertaining to railway management, economics
learning intelligent and strategic transport decision-making and
and planning. Importantly, it moves on to explain how these are applied
communication skills through a series of team-based strategic
in practical situations, and gives participants an opportunity to
activities. These skills will improve students' ability to perform well in
demonstrate their understanding through a range of exercises.
subsequent units and ultimately in their transport or logistics careers.
TPTM6224
TPTM6260
Intelligent Transport & Logistic Systems
International Logistics
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Christopher Skinner Session:
Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Peter Lok
further details. Assessment: Individual reports (40%), group reports (20%), Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm.
short-answer test (20%), individual essay (20%) Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual assignment (25%),
In this ever changing world, transportation and logistics professionals (10%), final examination (30%)
require knowledge and expertise of how advanced technologies can The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive
enhance the safety, security, sustainability and efficiency of their arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market
operations. This Unit of Study will provide knowledge and and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to
understanding of intelligent transport systems [ITS], intelligent vehicle maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international
systems (Telematics) and supply-chain and other intelligent logistic operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very
systems. The Unit includes closely related material on Information strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from
and Communications Technology [ICT], especially wireless inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design
communications, location-based services and distributed information and those associated with aspects of international transport, and
processing in advanced intelligent networks. Advanced sensor devices location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in
and interfaces are discussed with their strengths and limitations. international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure,
Applicable modelling and analysis techniques are experienced in and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with
tutorial exercises and assignments. The Unit aims to prepare the examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere. This unit
student for a role in transport and logistics systems project design does not assume any prior knowledge of logistics on the part of the
and performance assessment, including the ability to communicate student. As such it is useful for students studying International
effectively with specialist development agencies. Business case Business/International Law who may wish to gain a strategic overview
analysis and risk management are related to systems definition, of the role of logistics in international trade and commerce.
development planning and execution. The Unit includes a visiting
speaker and actual or virtual visits to Sydney transport & logistics TPTM6270
control centres. Tutorial sessions discuss topical international Innovations in Logistics & Supply Chains
transport& logistics projects and analyses from a systems perspectives. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Robert Ogulin Session: Winter
TPTM6240 details. Assessment: Research and analysis group research paper (20%),
Public Transport Policy and Planning group presentation (20%), take home examination (50%), class participation
(10%)
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Corinne Mulley Session:
further details. Assessment: News diary (15%), critical literature review (40%),
The trend toward an integrated global economy and global competitive
group presentation (35%), field trip report (10%) arena is forcing companies to design products for the global market
and to rationalise their production and distribution activities so as to
Having relevance to all areas of transport, urban planning, public maximise corporate resources. As a result, logistics in international
administration and passenger logistics, this unit provides an operations has gained strategic importance. This unit takes a very
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strategic view of international logistics and deals with logistics from TPTM6360
inland origin to final destination covering broad issues of system design Traffic Systems Management and Control
and those associated with aspects of international transport, and Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session:
location and distribution. It takes into account various issues in Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
international operations such as differences in cultures, infrastructure, further details. Assessment: Individual homework assignments (30%), literature
and transportation systems. The unit integrates concepts with (15% - 5% individual component), class attendance and participation (5%)
examples of company practices in Australia and elsewhere.
This unit provides students with an understanding of the major roles,
TPTM6300 responsibilities and technical capabilities of traffic engineering
Research Project I professionals, required by both public and private sector employers
Credit points: 6 Session: Semester 1, Semester 2 Classes: This subject has in this field. The following topics are covered: (1) a framework/context
no class requirements. It is research based. Assessment: Proposal (15%); for traffic engineering and management, which forms the basis for
Interim Report (20%); Final Report and Presentation (65%) subsequent modules; (2) the characteristics and limitations of road
Note: Department permission required for enrolment. users (humans and vehicles), which underpin engineering
The purpose of this amendment is to offer students undertaking the considerations; (3) basic traffic variables (speed, density, flow) and
Master of Logistics Management and/or the Master of Transport analytical techniques such as gap acceptance, capacity analysis and
Management under the new 10 unit of study program structure the shockwave analysis; (4) introduction to geometric design of traffic
opportunity for a 12 credit point dissertation route with a word length system elements (roads, intersections) for a variety of road users; (5)
(12,000 words) in line with Academic Board guidelines, when this unit management of the arterial and local road network (traffic calming);
of study is taken in conjunction with TPTM6330 Research Project II. and (6) travel demand management in the interest of transport
This will provide graduates with an articulation route to a higher degree sustainability. The course will be of particular value to students
by research (MPhil or PhD) or the opportunity for specialised research majoring in transportation, logistics and urban planning and design.
equipping enter the logistics or transport professions, whether in the
TPTM6370
public or the private sector, giving them an edge over those who have
not had the opportunity to obtain both a broad based exposure to the
field as well as an in-depth learning experience in a specialisation of Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor David Walters Session:
their choosing. further details. Assessment: Individual essay (40%), quizzes (4) (30%), group
project (30%)
TPTM6310
Project Management in Supply Chains This unit provides an overview of theory and practice in the fast
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr Ada Suk-Fung Ng Session: changing area of manufacturing and the logistics implications of
Semester 2 Classes: Block mode: 5 lecture days (9am-5pm), 2 half day emerging manufacturing strategies and operations.The developments
workshops. Refer to timetable for further details. Assessment: Mid-term in global businesses are impacting on the discipline of business
examination (20%), group project (group contribution (30%), individual (30%)), logistics. New business models are being developed, many of them
laboratory workshops (15%) and class participation (5%).
in the Asia/Pacific region. This unit considers the changes occurring
Project management is an emerging management tool that can be in manufacturing and explores the challenges confronting this
applied to projects in various industries. This course focuses on project discipline.The unit complements other topics covered within the Master
management skills with the application in logistics and supply chain of Logistics and is essential to the practical orientation of the degree.
projects. A combination of lectures and case studies will be used for The case study approach and guest lecturers will provide
demonstrating project management theories and strategies. Front-end up-to-the-moment content on this dynamic topic.
planning is critical to project success. Planning consumes only a
fraction of project monies yet locks in major decisions with profound TPTM6380
ramifications for the whole of project life and the end results to the Retail Logistics Management
changes in supply chains. Project success is based on the ability of Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Gareth Jude Session: Summer Main,
project managers to lead their teams to finish their project on time, Winter Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for
further details. Assessment: In class quiz (1) (5%), individual essay (30%), in
on (or under) budget and to the specified quality. Therefore, practical class test (2) (5%), group project (20%), group presentation (10%), final
knowledge of Microsoft Project, a software tool which is commonly examination (30%)
used by project managers, will be covered to enhance practical skills
on project planning and tracking. Logistics management in retailing organisations is a critical activity.
For many fast moving consumer goods retailing companies, logistics
TPTM6350 management is a major process in delivering customer value and
Strategic Transport Modelling containing operating costs. Typically retailers operate on low margins
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Dr John Rose Session: Semester 2 and as logistics costs are a large proportion of their total costs the
Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further details. topic is of extreme importance. This unit considers a number of related
Assessment: Mode choice and traffic assignment (25%), group trip generation decision areas such as; the changing retail environment and its
and trip distribution project (25%), group project (25%), final examination (25%) implications for logistics management; developing and implementing
This unit introduces the conventional four-step travel forecasting a merchandise strategy; sourcing and procurement; deciding upon
procedure in addition to land-use forecasting, as currently applied in store outlet numbers and their catchment locations, in-store format
urban areas throughout the world.The main topics include an overview strategies; the role of customer service; and, customer communications
of the transport planning system, network construction, data decisions. For each of these key decision areas the implications for
requirements, trip generation models, trip distribution models, mode logistics is an important consideration.The unit will also present current
choice models, highway paths and assignment, transit paths and approaches to information management and performance
assignment, validation and acceptance testing, and forecasting. The management and evaluation.
unit will also include practical demonstrations using transportation
TPTM6390
forecasting software. The unit will be of particular value to students
majoring in transportation and logistics planning. The focus is on the
application of statistical models in real world settings. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Jersey Seipel Session: Semester 1
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Logistics in humanitarian aid projects has long been an overlooked charging, other environmental impacts of transport, sustainable
factor in the efficient and effective delivery of help to victims of war, transport systems, etc. This unit is of particular value to students
natural disasters and epidemics. With increased media coverage and majoring in transport, logistics, marketing and urban planning.
the rise of the "CNN-factor" of humanitarian assistance to countries
such as Sudan, Congo, Haiti, Afghanistan and Iraq, professional TPTM6470
logistics and supply chain management for humanitarian aid missions Sustainable Transport & Logistic Systems
has taken a place in the spotlight and is more and more recognised Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Associate Professor Stephen Greaves
as one of the core components of all successful relief efforts. Unstable Session: Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to
security environments, long and fragile supply lines, time constraints pop quizzes (25%), team project with group (25%) and individual (10%)
and access restrictions often add to the pressure on logistics managers component; team presentation with group (10%) and individual (5%) component.
to deliver aid where it is most needed. This unit offers an introduction
into the complex and challenging world of logistics in humanitarian How can we accommodate the rapidly expanding movement of
aid projects by case-studies of real emergencies, group exercises passengers and freight in a way that is environmentally and socially
and discussion of mission parameters based on experience from the sustainable into the future? This unit introduces students to the major
field. environmental issues that must be considered in contemporary
transport and logistics operations including climate change, regional
TPTM6425 and local air pollution, noise pollution and safety. The focus then turns
Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data to specific modes, focusing initially on passenger transport, where we
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session: identify the major trends working against sustainability and the range
Semester 1 Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 8am-4pm. Refer to timetable for of regulatory, behavioural, pricing, and voluntary strategies available
further details. Assessment: Mathematical homeworks (3) (45%), survey design to try to reverse these trends. We then introduce the notion of 'green'
(15%), pop quizzes (4) (20%), viva examination (20%)
This unit introduces students to the concepts of designing and facilitate more sustainable practices in the shipment of freight. We
implementing data collection procedures, particularly through surveys then consider the issues/challenges around sustainable aviation and
of human populations. The unit introduces simple sample designs, international shipping practice. Finally, we consider the critical issue
and covers the design of data-collection instruments, protocols for of safety and what strategies have/could be employed to mitigate the
undertaking surveys of human populations, pilot surveys and pre-tests, impacts. Throughout the unit, we focus on what is going on in both
survey ethics, survey administration, coding and archiving of data, the developed and emerging world nations, where the challenges are
computation of sampling errors and population statistics, response potentially on a different order of magnitude. The unit is of particular
rates and other measures of survey quality, and validation of survey value to students majoring in transport, logistics, environmental
data. The unit also includes discussion of applications of advanced planning, and urban planning.
technology to surveys, such as Internet surveys, surveys using GPS
devices, and other remote sensing techniques. The unit is of particular TPTM6495
value to students majoring in transport, logistics, marketing and urban Analysis Tools for Transport & Logistics
planning. Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Matthew Beck Session: Semester
1, Semester 2 Classes: 5 x 3 hour lectures, 6 x 3 hour computer tutorials. Refer
to timetable for further details. Assessment: In-class multiple choice quizzes
TPTM6440 (5) (15%), computer exam (30%), group assignment (25%), final examination
International Freight Transportation (30%)
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Frederic Horst Session: Summer
Main Classes: Block mode: 6 days, 9am-5pm. Refer to timetable for further Quantitative analysis is a key activity in developing successful business
details. Assessment: Take home examination (30%), individual paper (40%), strategies in the areas of transportation and logistics management.
group assignment (30%) Successful business strategies are generally based on diverse forms
of analysis on information collected from a wide range of sources.
This unit seeks to give students an understanding of the dynamics of
This unit of study provides an introduction to the theory and principles
the express, air freight and shipping business. The course will discuss
of quantitative analysis of transport and logistics markets through
underlying drivers of international trade flows and the demand for
capacity in different freight transport modes, as well as industry
the analysis of various types of data. Through classes and
assessments designed to specifically teach students how to undertake
background the course will highlight the implications for profitable air
quantitative research in a practical manner, students will be able to
cargo and shipping operations. Particular focus will be given to fleet
conduct their own quantitative analysis of transport and logistic market
and network planning, revenue and cost management. The material
places.
covered in the course will take into account recent developments in
global and regional economic activity and discuss implications for the
TPTM6450
Transport Policy
Credit points: 6 Teacher/Coordinator: Professor Peter Stopher Session:
timetable for further details. Assessment: Individual essays (2) (50%), news
diary (10%), viva examination (20%), team debate (20%)
Note: This is the capstone unit for all transport management programs and
should be completed in the last period of study.
This unit introduces students to the basic concepts of transport policy

and decision making, including a look at the make-up of the transport
sector, relationships between planning, design, decision-making, and
policy, the sources of funding for transport, organisation of the
transport sector, the nature of decision making, the development of
policy, and the relationships among short-term, long-term, and strategic
planning.The unit introduces and discusses a number of contemporary
transport and obesity, investment in public transport, road user
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Master of Logistics Management and
Master of Transport Management candidature after 1 January, 2011 and students who
These resolutions must be read in conjunction with applicable commenced their candidature prior to 1 January, 2011 who
University By-laws, Rules and policies including (but not limited to) elect to proceed under these resolutions.
the University of Sydney (Coursework) Rule 2010 (the 'Coursework (2) Candidates who commenced prior to 1 January, 2011 may
Rule'), the Resolutions of the Faculty, the University of Sydney complete the requirements in accordance with the resolutions
(Student Appeals against Academic Decisions) Rule 2006 (as in force at the time of their commencement, provided that
amended) and the Academic Board policies on Academic Dishonesty requirements are completed by 1 January, 2016. The Faculty
and Plagiarism. may specify a later date for completion or specify alternative
Course resolutions beyond this time.
1 Course codes
Code Course title
FC041 Master of Logistics Management and Master of Transport
Management
3 Master's type
The master's degrees in these resolutions are professional
master's courses as defined by the Coursework Rule.
by the Faculty; and
and

out in the Table of postgraduate units of study: Master of
Transport Management and Master of Logistics Management.
(2) To qualify for the award of the Master of Logistics
Management and Master of Transport Management program,
candidates must complete 72 credit points, comprising:
(a) 18 credit points of Logistics Management core units
of study; and
(b) 18 credit points of Transport Management core units
of study; and
(c) 18 credit points of Logistics Management elective
units of study; and
(d) 18 credit points of Transport Management elective
units of study.
Logistics Management component cannot be counted
towards the transport management component.
6 Course transfer
complete either the Master of Logistics Management or the Master
of Transport Management in accordance with the resolutions
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39. Postgraduate research programs
The Faculty of Economics and Business offers two higher degrees Doctor of Philosophy in Economics and
by research: the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and the Master of
Philosophy (MPhil). These degrees are available either full time or
Business (PhD)
part time. Degree code CRICOS code Duration (minimum)
Prospective students should contact the Faculty Research Unit for FB000 000704A 3 years full-time
information about admission into a research program, facilities for 6 years part-time
research and to obtain an information package.
Candidature is for a minimum of three years full-time or six years
For specific advice regarding a research proposal students are part-time, and for a maximum of four years full-time or eight years
requested to contact the Postgraduate Research Coordinator in the part-time. The award course resolutions for the Doctor of Philosophy
relevant discipline (contact details below). These coordinators are the are available at www.usyd.edu.au/fstudent/postgrad.
academics with responsibility at the discipline level for research
students. Entry requirements
Application assessment • an undergraduate degree with frst or second class (division one)
In order for an application for admission to be successful, the faculty honours in the proposed field of study from a recognised university
or its equivalent.
must determine whether a prospective student has the potential to
successfully complete the proposed research program. In addition, OR
the Postgraduate Coordinator for Research must verify that:
• a master's degree with at least an 80 per cent average and a 25
1. the proposed course of study and research is appropriate and per cent research component in the proposed field of study from
acceptable a recognised university or its equivalent.
2. the student has the necessary training and ability to pursue the • other factors taken into consideration when assessing a research
proposed course of study and research application are the quality of the research proposal and the
3. there are sufficient supervisory and other resources and facilities availability of a supervisor within the faculty.
available to enable candidature can be completed successfully
within the time limits. Please Note: For specific information regarding the Institute of
Transpor t and Logistics Studies please go to:
Induction program sydney.edu.au/business/itls.
All new candidates in the MPhil and PhD programs take part in the
Faculty Research Induction Program in the first semester of their Research proposal
candidature. This program is designed not only to help new students Applicants must submit a research proposal as part of their application.
adjust to the demands of research candidature, but also to facilitate This should be a written proposal (1500 words) detailing the proposed
contact between students and staff. area of research, the techniques to be used, data sources and
bibliography. Intending applicants who are unsure about their research
The Induction Program consists of:
proposal may contact the appropriate postgraduate research
• Welcome to the Faculty and introduction to important staff coordinator for a preliminary evaluation.
contacts
• An overview of academic and administrative issues and Structure of PhD Program
procedures All PhD candidates must complete six units of coursework which
• How to manage the supervisor relationship includes the core unit of study, Research Design. The other five units
• A research writing workshop will be decided on the basis of the student’s previous academic record
and the area of research they intend to pursue. All students must
These sessions are scheduled over four half days, usually in the first
complete at least one qualitative methods and one quantitative
month of the commencing semester. All students are expected to
methods unit of study. The coursework units are:
attend.
• ECOF7901 Research Design (core unit)
Research facilities • ECOF7902 Quantitative Research Methods
The faculty has excellent research facilities to assist postgraduate • ECOF7903 Qualitative Research Methods
candidates. • ECOF7904 Advanced Analysis for Research
• ECOF7905 Advanced Research Methods
• The Research Centre - this area consists of both carrels and • ECOF7906 Current Topics in Research Seminar
workstations. It also has printing, photocopying, phone, lounge • ECOF7907 Applied Quantitative Analysis
area and kitchen facilities. The Research Centre is located in the
Economics and Business Building and access is available for Credit for up to three units may be granted. Students do not need to
students 24-hours-a-day, seven days a week. apply for credit this will be assessed automatically as part of the
• Fisher Library contains significant collections relevant to the work application process.
of the faculty. There are 400 computer terminals connected to
the campus broadband network. In addition, postgraduate All students must formally defend their research thesis proposal. The
students may obtain 24-hour access to the Computer Laboratory goal is to ensure that the proposed research is worthwhile, meaningful,
in the Merewether Building. viable and feasible, and can be completed within the time-frame given
• Email accounts and internet access are also available, along with
the resource constraints of the program. This will take place in the
a number of computer packages, securities price files, company
annual reports, historical records, legal services, and stock probation period.
exchange services.

Probationary period Business Information Systems

The University's Academic Board has agreed that a probationary With a commitment to practice-based industry relevant inquiry our
period of 12 months for a PhD should be seen as usual practice. research and teaching is centred on the analysis and understanding
Continuation of candidature is conditional upon satisfactory progress of the entirety of an organisation’s strategies, information management,
being maintained throughout each year. Formal processes to monitor decision-making and business processes and the introduction of
progress on an annual basis are in place. innovation and improvement through the application of information
technologies. Adopting a holistic approach our research has four broad
Master of Philosophy in Economics and themes:
Business (MPhil) 1. Structures and services
Degree code CRICOS code Duration (minimum) Understanding the contribution of IS to the development of new intra-
and inter- organisational business modes
FC021 019835A 1.5 years full-time
2 years part-time Specific areas of interest include:
• eGovernment
All Master of Philosophy candidates must complete the core unit
• eCommerce
'Research Design' within their first semester. Candidature is for a • Enterprise systems
minimum of 1.5 years full-time or three years part-time, and for a • Application Service Provision
maximum of two years full-time or four years part-time. The resolutions • Electronic records
for the Master of Philosophy in Economics and Business are set out • Collaboration & organisational teams
in the degree resolutions for the Master of Philosophy in the University
Calendar. 2. Modelling and management
Applying and enhancing methodologies and tools to assist
organisations improve their performance.
Further inquiries and information Specific areas of interest include:
Faculty Research Unit - Research Student Administration
Level 4 Room 412 Institute Building, H03 • Identity management
• Digital information design and management
Faculty of Economics and Business
• Business process management
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 • Project management
Phone: +61 2 9036 5372
Fax: +61 2 9351 5283 3. Intelligence and innovation
Email: business.PGResearch@sydney.edu.au Increasing the capabilities of organisations to identify novel ways apply
Web: sydney.edu.au/business/pg_research_studies_admissions IS in their business
Areas of study Specific areas of interest include:
Accounting • Innovation
• Business intelligence
The discipline's research profile is diverse, reflecting its pioneering • Environmental sustainability
contribution to the decision-usefulness debate, extant research
paradigms and emerging research areas. Thus, members of the 4. Law and assurance
Accounting Discipline are actively pursuing research into: Developing strategies, policies and practices for the management of
information over its entire lifecycle
• the role of accounting information in decision making in private
sector and public sector settings Specific areas of interest include:
• the role of 'fundamentals' in explaining market value and takeovers
• analysing corporate collapses and identifying the role of • Information policy
accounting • Information risk and assurance
• directors’ obligations and accountability • Information technology governance
• the economic impact of and corporate responses to accounting
regulation Further inquiries
• the role of accounting in corporate governance regimes Dr Deborah Bunker
• international accounting
Postgraduate Coordinator (Research)
• inflation accounting
• extended reporting, including environmental and social reporting Discipline of Business Information Systems
and accounting for intellectual capital Economics and Business Building, H69
• accounting history The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
• public sector accounting and accountability Phone: +61 2 9036 7109
• human judgment and decision making Fax: +61 2 9351 7294
• accounting information systems Email: Deborah.Bunker@sydney.edu.au
• technologies and processes
• design of accounting information systems Business Law
• the context and accounting for superannuation The Discipline of Business Law provides supervision at the intersection
• auditing.
of law and business. We welcome cross-disciplinary proposals.
Further inquiries Members of staff have expertise in other disciplines such as
Associate Professor Sue Newberry accounting, economics, financial crime, history, and jurisprudence.
Postgraduate Coordinator (Research) Much of our research is comparative and international and there is
Discipline of Accounting an emphasis on creating and protecting legal rights, regulation, risk
Economics and Business Building, H69 and compliance, governance, education and ethics.
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
Phone: +61 2 9036 6406 In particular, we have research expertise in:
Fax: +61 2 9351 6638
Email: Sue.Newberry@sydney.edu.au
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• Contracts, torts, property; issues around consumers and decision theory, and quantitative finance. Further details are given
marketing; trade practices; sale of goods; employment, below, but prospective students are also encouraged to review the
employment regulation and the public sector; electronic commerce publications of staff members on the Faculty web-site.
and internet law; credit; international business; intellectual property
and personal property Through links to the Securities Industry Research Centre (SIRCA),
• Corporations: corporate governance, corporate social the Capital Markets Co-operative Research Centre (CMCRC), and
responsibility, and business ethics; corporate jurisprudence; the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX), the Finance Discipline has
corporate insolvency; corporate takeovers; insider trading and
access to exceptionally rich financial databases. Industry contacts
market misconduct; and comparative corporations law
• Finance: financial services (which includes Chapter 7 products also provide opportunities to undertake industry linked research, which
such as insurance, managed investments and superannuation), provides very generous scholarship opportunities for exceptional
retail clients; capital markets, banking and finance (including students.
private banking and off shore financial laws), financial crime and
money laundering Trading and Dealing in Securities Markets (Microstructure)
• Taxation: income, companies and shareholders, entities and The Finance Discipline is widely recognised for its research in security
consolidated groups; trusts; business tax planning; taxation market microstructure. This research looks at how securities markets
administration and compliance; cash economy and tax evasion; operate and examines ways of increasing their efficiency, liquidity,
tax policy and tax jurisprudence; and asset protection. and integrity. Research in market microstructure also assists in
understanding the behaviour of security prices and in designing
Further inquiries
improved experiments with applicability to all areas of finance.
Dr David Chaikin
Postgraduate Coordinator (Research) Corporate Finance
Discipline of Business Law The Finance Discipline offers excellent opportunities for research in
Economics and Business Building, H69 all areas of corporate finance, capital budgeting, valuation, the cost
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 of capital, capital structure, dividend policy, share buybacks, security
Phone: +61 2 90367132 issues, takeovers, and financial distress.
Fax: +61 2 9351 7473
Email: D.Chaikin@econ.usyd.edu.au Modelling Financial Time Series, Volatility and Risk
The Finance Discipline has considerable research expertise in
Economics modelling financial times series. This expertise extends to risk
The Discipline of Economics has specialists in many areas of management, modelling volatility in asset prices, the term structure
theoretical and applied economics. Particular strengths include: of interest rates, and exchange rate behaviour.
• Auctions Other areas
• The economics of crime The Finance Discipline offers supervision of topics in mathematical
• Development
and econometric modelling in finance, in behavioural finance, in
• Finance
• Game theory corporate governance, and in statistical decision theory applied to
• Growth finance. However, only a small number of places are available for
• Health these topics.
• History of economic thought
• Housing Other research activities
• Industrial organisation The Discipline of Finance, in association with SIRCA, the CMCRC,
• International trade and the ASX, has attracted considerable research funding, amounting
• International macroeconomics to many millions of dollars. This money is used to fund generous
• Labour economics scholarships and research infrastructure. The discipline runs an active
• Macroeconomics seminar and research workshop series, which attracts distinguished
• Mathematical economics
scholars both from Australia and abroad.
• Microeconomics
• Monetary economics Competitive entry
• Public economics
• Experimental economics Entry to the Finance Discipline’s PhD program is highly competitive.
• Law and economics Several hundred students make enquiries to the PhD coordinator each
year but only five to ten places are available annually. Consequently,
Further inquiries a first class honours degree is a minimum requirement for entry to the
Dr Mark Melatos finance PhD program.
Postgraduate Coordinator (Research)
Discipline of Economics
Full-time study
Merewether Building, H04 The Finance Discipline only offers places for full-time study.
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 Advice to Overseas Students
Phone: +61 2 9036 9257
In assessing applications from overseas students we are looking for
Fax: +61 2 9351 4341
excellent grades from quality institutions, and excellent written and
Email: M.Melatos@econ.usyd.edu.au
spoken English, We also want the student to be research ready. Being
Finance research ready means that the student already has the skills and
understanding necessary to undertake a PhD thesis, and hence the
The Discipline of Finance provides PhD supervision in both theoretical
entry requirement that the student has already completed as
and applied research in finance. The PhD cohort is about thirty-five
substantial research thesis. Overseas applicants need to pay particular
to forty students. We rarely offer places in the MPhil program. This is
attention to demonstrating how they meet these requirements.
because demand for our PhD program is so strong that we need all
of our supervisors for PhD students. Further inquiries
The main research strengths of the Finance Discipline are in security Associate Professor Graham Partington
market microstructure, corporate finance, and modelling in relation to Postgraduate Coordinator (Research)
financial time series, volatility and risk,. There is also some capacity Discipline of Finance
to supervise topics in behavioural finance, corporate governance, Economics and Business Building, H69
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Phone: +61 2 9036 9429 • Negotiations

Fax: +61 2 9351 6461 • Business growth
Email: Graham.Partington@ sydney.edu.au • Resource allocation
Graduate School of Government Research expertise is available in a wide range of topics relevant to
The Graduate School of Government (GSG) welcomes students these areas.
wishing to pursue applied or conceptual research leading to the PhD Further enquiries
or M Phil degrees across a wide range of topics in public Professor Dan Lovallo
administration, government, governance and regulation, public policy, Postgraduate Coordinator (Research)
social policy, and public management. The GSG encourages its Discipline of International Business
students to adopt a multi-disciplinary approach in research and is Institute Building, H03
interested in students undertaking Australian or international, The University of Sydney NSW 2006
comparative and/or cross-sectoral studies. Ph: +61 2 9351 5538
Members of the GSG are actively pursuing research into a wide range Fax: +61 2 9036 5378
of issues including: Email: D.Lovallo@econ.usyd.edu.au
1. Public administration and policy implementation International Security Studies

The research expertise at the Centre for International Security Studies
• Public sector management and reform
spans the range of traditional and non-traditional security challenges
• Globalisation and public sector skills transfer
• Managing the public sector – the role of the centre facing Australia, Asia and the world.
• Relationships between ministers, ministerial staff and the
With a particular focus on Asia, the Pacific, and the Middle East, the
executive
• Developing the core executive Centre examines issues, ranging from the causes and consequences
• Strategic governance of ethnic, religious, and ideological conflict and interstate war, to
threats to human security and the stability of states caused by
2. International, comparative and Australian themes in social infectious disease, climate change, natural resource scarcity, and the
policy and governance activities of non-state actors. The Centre's research draws on a wide
• International and/or comparative social policy range of disciplines including defence, strategic studies, international
• International education, including regulation and student welfare relations, political science, public health, environmental studies,
• Australian social policy, including welfare, work and/or economics, law, business, biology, and population studies, and is
employment services committed to an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary approach to security
• Social security issues.
• International or Australian non-government organisations (NGOs)
Governance and regulation In this respect the Centre welcomes cross-disciplinary security
proposals.
3. Public budgeting and expenditure management
Further inquiries
• The politics of resource allocation and reallocation
• Planning and budgeting in developing countries Professor Peter Curson
• Changing roles of central budget agencies Postgraduate Coordinator (Research)
• Performance management and budgeting Centre for International Security Studies
• Performance and results-based budgeting Merewether Building, H04
4. Public consultation and dialogue Phone: +61 2 9351 4550
• Community leadership Fax: +61 2 9351 6635
• Public-Private Partnerships and contracting Email: p.curson@econ.usyd.edu.au
• Ethics and responsibility
• Parliament and the executive Marketing
The staff in the Discipline of Marketing use various methods in their
Further inquiries research, including qualitative, experimental, and quantitative
Dr Gaby Ramia approaches. The primary areas of research in the discipline reflect
Senior Lecturer and Postgraduate Research Coordinator the particular interests and expertise of staff. The substantial research
Graduate School of Government areas include the following:
Institute Building, H03
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 Consumer behaviour
Phone: +61 2 9036 5236 • Children and consumption
Fax: +61 2 9036 5183 • Consumer adoption processes; identity negotiation; learning
Email: gaby.ramia@sydney.edu.au • Consumption of sporting events; symbolism; systems
• Cross cultural consumer behaviour
International Business • Culture and consumption
Research expertise in international business is available in the • Cultural and consumption transitions
following areas: • Environmental psychology
• Gender and consumption
• International business strategy • In-store promotions
• Foreign investment decisions and entry mode choice • Religion and consumption
• Cross-cultural management • Self concept and persuasion
• International joint ventures, strategic alliances and mergers and • Social class and segmentation
acquisitions • Store layout and design
• International risk management • Technology and learning
• International entrepreneurship and new ventures • The role of habit in consumption
• International corporate governance • Voluntary lifestyle transition
• Business strategy and organisation in emerging markets
• Ethical issues in international business Strategic marketing
• The psychology of strategic decisions
• Brand building
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• Business to business marketing Students must choose a topic of research related to the interests of
• Corporate and marketing strategy ITLS staff. ITLS Sydney encourages research in areas of transport
• Entrepreneurship economics, modelling, passenger and freight, planning and
• Firm capabilities and marketing strategy management, and in logistics and supply chain management, across
• Marketing metrics
all modes.
• Networks and relationships in business markets
• Pharmaceutical marketing Many ITLS research and consulting projects involve several aspects
International marketing and modes of transport management. Areas of doctoral and master’s
research available at ITLS include:
• International entrepreneurship
• International partnerships and alliances • Freight infrastructure and operations: ports, railroads and carriers
• International strategy • Supply chain management
• Logistics and freight management
Further inquiries • Information and pricing management in logistics
Associate Professor Ellen Garbarino • Optimisation in supply chain operations
Postgraduate Coordinator (Research) • Transport economics and management
• Competition and competitive strategy
Discipline of Marketing
• GPS and GIS applications in transport and logistics
Economics and Business Building, H69 • Health and environmental impacts of travel choices
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 • Traffic safety
Phone: +61 2 9114 0575 • Traffic systems
Fax: +61 2 9351 6732 • Understanding and changing travel behaviour
Email: ellen.garbarino@sydney.edu.au • Travel-demand forecasting
• Transport survey methods
Operations Management and Econometrics • Ownership and performance
Members of the Discipline of Operations Management and • Travel choice and demand modelling
Econometrics have expertise in the quantitative modelling, analysis • Transport and spatial development
• Transport data issues
and testing of various problems and issues arising in the contexts of
• Transport policy
economics, business, finance and the social sciences. Research is • Tourism
undertaken at both the theoretical and the empirical levels, the latter • Organisational analysis and human resource management
using a wide range of micro- and macro-data sources. The general • Emergency evacuation and management
areas of active research in the Discipline of Operations Management
and Econometrics are: Further inquiries
Dr Ada Ng
• Applied econometrics and business statistics Postgraduate Coordinator (Research)
• Bayesian econometrics and statistics
Institute of Transport Studies, C37
• Computational econometrics and statistics
• Financial Econometrics and Risk Management The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
• Econometric theory Phone: +61 2 9351 0095
• Management decision sciences Fax: +61 2 9351 0088
• Operations Management Email: adan@itls.usyd.edu.au
Information on specific areas of current research within these general Work and Organisational Studies
areas is available upon request from the Postgraduate Research Staff in the Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies are actively
Coordinator. involved in research covering a wide variety of areas, including:
Further inquiries • Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management
Dr Richard Gerlach • Australian industrial relations
Postgraduate Coordinator (Research) • Bargaining and negotiation
Discipline of Operations Management and Econometrics • Geographies of work and organisation
• International industrial relations
Merewether Building, H04
• Job quality
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 • Non-standard forms of employment
Phone: +61 2 9351 3944 • Trade unions and employee voice
Fax: +61 2 9351 6409 • Labour law
Email: R.Gerlach@econ.usyd.edu.au • Low wage work
• Performance and Rewards
Transport and Logistics Management • Risk mitigation
With so many exciting and important themes available to research • Skill
and the general shortage of well-trained researchers in transport and • Technology and work
logistics, ITLS always encourages inquiries. • Trade union and work place learning
• Work and family policy
ITLS has a large number of research themes, which we believe would • Management and Organisations
make an excellent research program. These can range from highly • Aesthetic and Emotional Labour
• Co-operatives and Third Sector Organisations
quantitative to highly qualitative research topics with a focus on basic
• Emotional intelligence
and applied research. • Knowledge management and innovation
ITLS has the largest group of postgraduate students in transport • Identity and organisation
management in Australia. Our full-time research students become • Leadership
close members of ITLS and have open access to research facilities • Management and organisational communication
and internationally renowned academic staff in transport and logistics. • Organisational Change and Development
• Organisational Discourse
Facilities for research students at ITLS are excellent. Each full-time • Organisational Psychology
student has an individual work area, with full access to computers, • Organisational Sustainability
printing, photocopying and fax facilities. Students also have access • Strategic management
to the ITLS resource collection including leading transport journals, • Labour and Business History
data, and other material. • Workplace Diversity
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• Diversity management (g) Government and Public Administration

• Ethnicity, race and work (h) International Security Studies
• Gender and work (i) International Business
• Stigmatisation, status and stereotyping in organisations (j) Marketing
(k) Transport and Logistics Studies
Further inquiries (l) Work and Organisational Studies
Professor Chris Warhurst
Postgraduate Coordinator (Research) 5 Method of Progression
Discipline of Work and Organisational Studies
The Institute Building, H03 An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Master
The University of Sydney, NSW 2006 of Philosophy in Economics and Business shall proceed by thesis.
Phone: +61 2 9351 7869 A candidate may be required to complete additional work as
specified by the Postgraduate Research Coordinator or the
Fax: +61 2 9351 4729
Supervisor.
Email: chris.warhurst@sydney.edu.au
6 Credit
Units of study for Research programs
The information below relates to the units of study for 2011. It may be deemed that time spent or work done towards any other
postgraduate degree in the University of Sydney by a candidate
Unit of study Credit Session before admission to candidature for the degree of Masters of
points Philosophy in Economics and Business to be time spent or work
done after admission, provided that the candidate has ceased to
Research Design Semester 2 be a candidate for the other degree.
Quantitative Research Methods Semester 2 7 Probationary admission
Qualitative Research Methods Semester 2 (1) A candidate may be accepted by the Faculty on a
ECOF7904 6 Semester 1 probationary basis for a period not exceeding twelve months
Advanced Analysis for Research Semester 2 and, on completion of this probationary period, the Faculty
shall review the candidate's work and shall either confirm
Advanced Research Methods Semester 2 the candidate's status or terminate the candidature.
(2) In the case of a candidate being accepted on a probationary
Current Topics in Research Seminar Semester 2 basis, the candidature shall be deemed to have commenced
from the first date of the probationary period.
Applied Quantitative Analysis Semester 2
8 Time limits

(1) A candidate shall engage in the University of Sydney either
Course rules and resolutions in full-time study for not less than three semesters or in
part-time study for not less than six semesters.
Master of Philosophy in Economics and (2) A full-time candidate shall complete the requirements for the
degree within two years from the date of first enrolment. In
Business exceptional circumstances the Faculty may consider
extending this period by one further semester.
1 Course codes (3) A part-time candidate shall complete the requirements for
the degree within four years from the date of first enrolment.
In exceptional circumstances this period may be extended
Code Course title by two further semesters.
FC021 Master of Philosophy in Economics and Business
9 Supervision and progress
2 Award of the degree (1) A full-time member of the academic staff of the relevant
discipline shall be appointed to act as supervisor of the
The degree of Master of Philosophy in Economics and Business candidate. An associate supervisor may also be appointed.
shall be awarded in one grade only. (2) Postgraduate Research Coordinator shall report to the
Faculty the thesis or essay subject approved in respect of
each candidate.
3 Eligibility for admission (3) The Faculty will assess the candidate's progress toward the
completion of the requirements of the degree on an annual
An application for admission to candidature for the degree of basis.
Master of Philosophy in Economics and Business shall except
as provided for in Part 9, section 47 of the University of Sydney 10 Requirements for the degree
(Amendment Act) Rule 1999 (as amended), be a graduate of the
University of Sydney with first-class or second class (division I)
honours in the area of study in which the candidate intends to (1) A candidate shall carry out an original investigation on a topic
undertake the degree. approved by the Faculty and write a thesis of up to 50,000
words embodying the result of this investigation.
(2) A candidate shall lodge with the Registrar three copies of
4 Areas of study the thesis.
(3) The thesis may be submitted for examination in a temporary
There shall be one area of study for the degree in each of the binding which should nonetheless be strong enough to
Disciplines located within the Schools of the Faculty: withstand ordinary handling and postage. The degree will
(a) Accounting not, however, be awarded until the candidate has caused at
(b) Business Law least two copies of the thesis, containing any amendments
(c) Business Information Systems or corrections that may be required, to be bound in
(d) Econometrics and Business Statistics permanent form.
(e) Economics
(f) Finance
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(4) A thesis shall be accompanied by a certificate from the

supervisor stating whether, in the supervisor's opinion, the
form of presentation of the thesis is satisfactory.
(5) The candidate shall state in the thesis, generally in a preface,
and specifically in notes, the sources from which the
information was derived, the extent to which the work of
others has been used, and the portions of the thesis claimed
as original.
(6) The candidate shall not lodge as the thesis any work
previously submitted for a degree of this or any other
university, but as such work may be incorporated in the
thesis, provided that the candidate indicates the work so
incorporated.
11 Examination
(1) The Faculty shall appoint at least two examiners for the
thesis, of whom one would normally be external.
(2) The examiners shall report to the Faculty which shall
determine the result of the examination.
(3) The Faculty shall ensure that the result is in accordance with
University policy as stipulated in the University's publication
Postgraduate Studies Handbook.
12 Termination
The Faculty may call upon any candidate to show cause why that
candidature should not be terminated by reason of unsatisfactory
progress towards completion of the degree and where, in the
opinion of the Faculty, the candidate does not show good cause,
terminate the candidature.
375
376
Index by alpha code
Index by alpha code
A AGEC1102 Agricultural Economics 1, 165

AGEC2101 Market and Price Analysis, 46, 165
ACCT1005 Accounting, Business and Society, 7, 8, 15,
19, 23, 28, 240, 37, 43, 52, 54, 68, 69, 169 AGEC2103 Production Economics, 46, 165
ACCT1006 Accounting and Financial Management, 8, AGEC3102 Agricultural and Resource Policy, 46, 165
9, 43, 52, 54, 69, 169 AGEC3103 Applied Optimisation, 46, 165
ACCT2011 Financial Accounting A, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 69, AGEC4101 Agricultural Marketing Analysis, 165
170
AGEC4102 Agricultural Development Economics, 165
ACCT2012 Management Accounting A, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54,
69, 170 AGEC4104 Industrial Organization of Agribusiness, 165
ACCT3011 Financial Accounting B, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 69, AGEC4107 Special Topics, 166
170 AGEC4108 Quantitative Planning Methods, 166
ACCT3012 Management Accounting B, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, AGEC4109 Agricultural Finance and Risk, 166
69, 170
AMST1001 Global America, 83
ACCT3013 Financial Statement Analysis, 9, 43, 54, 69,
170 AMST2601 American Foundations, 83
ACCT3014 Auditing and Assurance, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 69, AMST2801 American Studies Exchange, 83
170 AMST2802 American Studies Exchange, 83
ACCT3031 International Corporate Governance, 9, 11, AMST2803 American Studies Exchange, 83
43, 45, 54, 56, 69, 77, 170
AMST2804 American Studies Exchange, 83
ACCT3032 Current Issues in Management Accounting,
9, 43, 54, 69, 170 AMST2805 American Studies Exchange, 83
ACCT3098 Accounting Honours Preparation A, 9, 43, AMST2806 American Studies Exchange, 84
54, 69, 171 ANAT2008 Principles of Histology, 124
ACCT3099 Accounting Honours Preparation B, 9, 43, ANAT2009 Comparative Primate Anatomy, 124
54, 69, 171
ANAT2010 Concepts of Neuroanatomy, 124, 152
ACCT4101 Accounting Honours A, 69, 171
ANAT3004 Cranial and Cervical Anatomy, 124
ACCT4102 Accounting Honours B, 69, 171
ANAT3006 Forensic Osteology, 124
ACCT4103 Accounting Honours C, 69, 171
ANAT3007 Visceral Anatomy, 124
ACCT4104 Accounting Honours D, 69, 171
ANAT3008 Musculoskeletal Anatomy, 124
ACCT5001 Accounting Principles, 193, 194, 195, 198,
199, 207, 255, 257, 259, 329, 330, 331, 349, 353, 357 ANAT3904 Cranial & Cervical Anatomy (Advanced), 124
ACCT5002 Managerial Accounting & Decision Making, ANHS1600 Foundations for Ancient Greece, 84
199, 207, 330, 331 ANHS1601 Foundations for Ancient Rome, 84
ACCT6001 Intermediate Financial Reporting, 194, 195, ANHS1602 Greek and Roman Myth, 84
199, 207, 329, 330, 331
ANHS1801 Ancient History Exchange, 84
ACCT6002 International Accounting, 195, 196, 199, 202,
207, 256, 258, 260, 353, 357 ANHS2603 Ancient Greek Democracies, 84
ACCT6003 Financial Statement Analysis, 195, 199, 207 ANHS2605 Ancient Greek Religion, 84
ACCT6005 Management Control Systems, 195, 199, ANHS2610 SPQR: The Senate and the People of Rome,
207 84
ACCT6006 Advanced Managerial Accounting, 195, 199, ANHS2612 Historiography Ancient and Modern, 84
207 ANHS2617 Love, Sex and Poetry in Ancient Rome, 84
ACCT6007 Contemporary Issues in Auditing, 194, 195, ANHS2618 The Later Roman Empire (AD 286-474), 84
199, 207, 329, 330, 332
ANHS2619 The World of Ancient Epic, 84
ACCT6010 Advanced Financial Reporting, 194, 195,
199, 208, 329, 330, 332 ANHS2804 Ancient History Exchange, 84
ACCT6014 Designing Accounting Systems, 194, 195, ANHS2805 Ancient History Exchange, 84
199, 208, 329, 330, 332 ANHS2806 Ancient History Exchange, 84
ACCT6015 Extended Performance Reporting, 195, 199, ANHS2810 Ancient History Exchange, 84
208
ANHS2811 Ancient History Exchange, 84
ACCT6116 Corporate Collapse, 195
ANHS3611 Research Issues in Roman Studies, 84
ACCT6118 Public Sector Accounting, 195, 199, 208
ANHS4011 Ancient History Honours A, 84
ACCT6120 Corporate Governance and Accountability,
195, 199, 208 ANHS4012 Ancient History Honours B, 84
AGCH2004 Agricultural Chemistry, 123 ANHS4013 Ancient History Honours C, 84
AGCH3025 Chemistry and Biochemistry of Foods, 123 ANHS4014 Ancient History Honours D, 84
AGCH3026 Food Biotechnology, 123 ANTH1001 Cultural Difference: An Introduction, 84
AGCH3032 Land and Water Ecochemistry, 123, 162 ANTH1002 Anthropology and the Global, 84
AGEC1101 Agricultural and Resource Systems, 46, 165 ANTH1801 Social Anthropology Exchange, 85
377
Index by alpha code
ANTH1802 Social Anthropology Exchange, 85 ARCA2610 Minoans and Mycenaens, 86

ANTH2601 The Ethnography of Southeast Asia, 84 ARCA2612 A Greek Odyssey: The First Millennium BC,
86
ANTH2606 Culture and the Unconscious, 84
ARCA2614 Contact and Exchange in South Italy, 87
ANTH2623 Gender: Anthropological Studies, 84
ARCA2617 Analysis of Archaeological Materials, 87
ANTH2625 Culture and Development, 84
ARCA2801 Archaeology Exchange, 87
ANTH2627 Medical Anthropology, 84
ANTH2628 Migration and Migrant Cultures, 84
ANTH2629 Race and Ethnic Relations, 84
ANTH2630 Indigenous Australians and Modernity, 85
ANTH2631 Being There: Method in Anthropology, 85
ANTH2653 Economy and Culture, 85
ANTH2655 The Social Production of Space, 85
ANTH2666 History of Anthropological Thought, 85
ARCA3601 Research in Australasian Archaeology, 87
ANTH2804 Social Anthropology Exchange, 85
ARCA3602 Greece and the East, 87
ARCA4011 Archaeology Honours A, 87
ARCA4012 Archaeology Honours B, 87
ARCA4013 Archaeology Honours C, 87
ARCA4014 Archaeology Honours D, 87
ANTH3601 Contemporary Theory and Anthropology, 85
ARHT1001 Art and Experience, 87
ANTH3602 Reading Ethnography, 85
ARHT1002 Modern Times: Art and Film, 88
ANTH4011 Social Anthropology Honours A, 85
ARHT1801 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
ANTH4012 Social Anthropology Honours B, 85
ARHT2610 Art and Society in Trecento Italy, 88
ANTH4013 Social Anthropology Honours C, 85
ARHT2613 The Art of France, 88
ANTH4014 Social Anthropology Honours D, 85
ARHT2633 Postwar Australian Art and Film, 88
ANZG6006 Delivering Public Value, 340
ARHT2636 Contemporary Indigenous Australian Art, 88
ANZG6007 Decision Making under Uncertainty, 340
ARHT2640 Modern and Contemporary Asian Art, 88
ANZG6008 Designing Public Policies and Programs, 340
ARHT2641 Art and Archaeology of South East Asia, 88
ANZG6009 Government and the Market Economy, 340
ARHT2652 From Silent to Sound Cinema, 88
ANZG6010 Leading Public Sector Change, 340
ARHT2653 Memory of the World: Key Films, 88
ANZG6011 Governing by the Rules, 340
ARHT2655 Modern Cinema: Modes of Viewing, 88
ANZG6012 Work Based Project, 340
ARHT2656 National and Transnational Cinemas, 88
ANZG6018 Managing - Organisational Sustainability,
340 ARHT2671 Art, Travel, Empires, 88
ANZG6019 Project Management, 340 ARHT2810 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
ARBC1611 Arabic Introductory 1B, 85 ARHT2811 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
ARBC1612 Arabic Introductory 2B, 85 ARHT2812 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
ARBC2613 Arabic Language and Literature 3B, 85 ARHT2813 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
ARBC2614 Arabic Language and Literature 4B, 85 ARHT2814 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
ARBC2633 Arabic Advanced Language & Literature 3A, ARHT2815 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
85 ARHT2816 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
ARBC2634 Arabic Advanced Language & Literature 4A, ARHT2817 Art History and Theory Exchange, 88
85
ARHT4011 Art History and Theory Honours A, 88
ARBC2811 Arabic Exchange, 86
ARHT4012 Art History and Theory Honours B, 88
ARHT4013 Art History and Theory Honours C, 88
ARHT4014 Art History and Theory Honours D, 88
ARIN2600 Technocultures, 93
ARBC3615 Arabic Language and Literature 5B, 85
ARIN2610 Web Production, 93
ARBC3616 Arabic Language and Literature 6B, 85
ARIN2620 Cyberworlds, 93
ARBC3635 Arabic Advanced Translation & Writing 5A,
85 ARIN2630 Digital Arts, 93
ARBC3636 Arabic Advanced for Media Studies 6A, 85 ARIN2801 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
ARBC3637 Arabic Advanced Translation & Writing 7A, ARIN2802 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
85 ARIN2803 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
ARBC3638 Arabic Advanced for Media Studies 8A, 85 ARIN2804 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
ARCA1001 Ancient Civilisations, 86 ARIN2805 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
ARCA1002 Archaeology: An Introduction, 86 ARIN2806 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
ARCA2601 Laboratory Methods, 86 ARIN2807 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
ARCA2602 Field Methods, 86 ARIN2808 Digital Cultures Exchange, 94
ARCA2606 Maps, Time and Visualisation, 86 ARIN3620 Researching Digital Cultures, 93
ARCA2608 Near Eastern Ancient Civilisations, 86 ARIN3640 Computer Games and Simulation, 93
378
Index by alpha code
ARIN3650 Digital Cultures Project 1, 94 ASNS2641 Traditional Korea, 89

ARIN3660 Digital Cultures Project 2, 94 ASNS2642 Modern Korea, 89
ARIN3670 Digital Cultures Internship, 94 ASNS2651 Asian Studies Exchange, 89
ARIN3680 Digital Cultures Internship Project, 94 ASNS2652 Asian Studies Exchange, 89
ARIN4011 Digital Cultures Honours A, 94 ASNS2653 Asian Studies Exchange, 89
ARIN4012 Digital Cultures Honours B, 94 ASNS2654 Asian Studies Exchange, 89
ARIN4013 Digital Cultures Honours C, 94 ASNS2655 Asian Studies Exchange, 89
ARIN4014 Digital Cultures Honours D, 94 ASNS2656 Asian Studies Exchange, 89
ARIS1671 Arabs, Islam & Middle East: Introduction, 86 ASNS2663 Social Activism in Southeast Asia, 89
ARIS1672 Arab-Islamic Civilisation: Introduction, 86 ASNS2670 Mass Media in East Asia, 89
ARIS2673 Islam and Muslims in World History, 86 ASNS2672 Japan in East Asia from 1840 until Today,
89
ARIS2674 Islam and Politics: Modernity Challenges, 86
ASNS3617 Citizens and Politics in China Today, 89
ARIS2801 Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange,
86 ASNS3618 Popular China, 89
ARIS2802 Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange, ASNS3619 China and Globalisation, 89
86 ASNS3690 Approaches to Research in Asian Studies,
ARIS2803 Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange, 89, 92, 108
86 ASNS4011 Asian Studies Honours A, 89
ARIS2804 Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange, ASNS4012 Asian Studies Honours B, 89
86
ASNS4013 Asian Studies Honours C, 89
ARIS2805 Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange,
86 ASNS4014 Asian Studies Honours D, 90
ARIS2806 Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange, B
86
ARIS3680 Approaches to Arabic and Islamic Studies, 86 BANK6002 Bank Management, 195, 199, 208
ARIS4011 Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours A, 86 BANK6003 Global Supervision of Bank Risks, 195, 199,
208, 256, 258, 260, 353, 357
ARIS4012 Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours B, 86
BBCL1001 Biblical Studies 1, 90
ARIS4013 Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours C, 86
BBCL1002 Biblical Studies 2, 90
ARIS4014 Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours D, 86
BBCL2607 Biblical Poetic Books, 90
ARNE2603 Introduction to the Archaeology of Iran, 87
BBCL2608 Biblical Wisdom Literature, 90
ARNE2606 The Archaeology of Central Asia, 87
BBCL2609 Historical Jesus to Written Gospels, 90
ARNE2691 Material Culture, 87
BBCL2610 The New Testament as Literature, 90
ARNE3691 Special Topics in West Asian Archaeology,
87 BBCL2801 Biblical In-Country Study A, 90
ARPH2603 The Archaeology of Society, 87 BBCL2802 Biblical In-Country Study B, 90
ARPH2612 Historical Archaeology, 87 BBCL4011 Biblical Studies Honours A, 90
ARPH2616 Public Archaeology, 87 BBCL4012 Biblical Studies Honours B, 90
ARTS2600 Internship 1, 88 BBCL4013 Biblical Studies Honours C, 90
ARTS2601 Internship 2, 88 BBCL4014 Biblical Studies Honours D, 90
ARTS2801 Arts Exchange, 88 BCHM2071 Protein Biochemistry, 125
ARTS2802 Arts Exchange, 89 BCHM2072 Human Biochemistry, 125
ARTS2803 Arts Exchange, 89 BCHM2971 Protein Biochemistry (Advanced), 125
ARTS2804 Arts Exchange, 89 BCHM2972 Human Biochemistry (Advanced), 125
ASLT2619 Australian Gothic, 96 BCHM3072 Human Molecular Cell Biology, 126, 142
ASLT2620 Writing Australian Nature, 96 BCHM3081 Mol Biology & Biochemistry- Proteins, 126,
130, 141
ASLT2622 Australian Modernism, 96
BCHM3082 Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry, 126,
ASLT4011 Australian Literature Honours A, 96 131, 142
ASLT4012 Australian Literature Honours B, 96 BCHM3092 Proteomics and Functional Genomics, 126
ASLT4013 Australian Literature Honours C, 96 BCHM3971 Molecular Biology & Biochem- Genes (Adv),
ASLT4014 Australian Literature Honours D, 96 126, 130, 141
ASNS1601 Introduction to Asian Cultures, 89 BCHM3972 Human Molecular Cell Biology (Advanced),
126, 130, 142
ASNS1602 Modernity in Asia, 89
BCHM3981 Mol Biology & Biochemistry- Proteins Adv,
ASNS1801 Asian Studies Exchange, 89 126, 130, 142
ASNS2620 Classical Indian Philosophy, 118 BCHM3982 Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry (Adv),
ASNS2621 Buddhist Philosophy, 118 126, 131, 142
ASNS2623 India: Tradition and Modernity, 89, 118 BCHM3992 Proteomics and Functional Genomics (Adv),
126
ASNS2625 Buddhism in Modern Asia, 118
BINF3101 Bioinformatics Project, 127, 133
ASNS2626 Religious Traditions of South Asia, 118
BIOL1001 Concepts in Biology, 23, 63, 127
ASNS2627 India, China, Tibet: Cultural Relations, 89
BIOL1002 Living Systems, 23, 63, 127
ASNS2631 The Origins of Japanese Tradition, 89
BIOL1003 Human Biology, 23, 63, 127
ASNS2632 Modern Japanese Social History, 89
BIOL1902 Living Systems (Advanced), 23, 63, 127
379
Index by alpha code
BIOL1903 Human Biology (Advanced), 23, 63, 127 CHEM1002 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1B, 23, 63, 131
BIOL1911 Concepts in Biology (Advanced), 23, 63, 127 CHEM1101 Chemistry 1A, 131
BIOL2011 Invertebrate Zoology, 127 CHEM1102 Chemistry 1B, 131
BIOL2012 Vertebrates and their Origins, 128 CHEM1901 Chemistry 1A (Advanced), 23, 63, 131
BIOL2016 Cell Biology, 127 CHEM1902 Chemistry 1B (Advanced), 63, 132
BIOL2017 Entomology, 128 CHEM1903 Chemistry 1A (Special Studies Program),
23, 63, 132
BIOL2018 Introduction to Marine Biology, 128, 146
CHEM1904 Chemistry 1B (Special Studies Program),
BIOL2911 Invertebrate Zoology (Advanced), 127 23, 63, 132
BIOL2912 Vertebrates and their Origins (Advanced), 128 CHEM2401 Molecular Reactivity and Spectroscopy, 132
BIOL2916 Cell Biology (Advanced), 127 CHEM2402 Chemical Structure and Stability, 132
BIOL2917 Entomology (Advanced), 128 CHEM2403 Chemistry of Biological Molecules, 132
BIOL2918 Introduction to Marine Biology (Adv), 128, 146 CHEM2404 Forensic and Environmental Chemistry, 132
BIOL3006 Ecological Methods, 129, 133, 144, 146 CHEM2911 Molecular Reactivity & Spectroscopy Adv,
BIOL3007 Ecology, 130, 144, 146 132
BIOL3008 Marine Field Ecology, 129, 144, 146 CHEM2912 Chemical Structure and Stability (Adv), 132
BIOL3009 Terrestrial Field Ecology, 129, 161 CHEM2915 Molecular Reactivity & Spectroscopy SSP,
132
BIOL3010 Tropical Wildlife Biology and Management,
128 CHEM2916 Chemical Structure and Stability (SSP), 132
BIOL3011 Ecophysiology, 129, 144, 146 CHEM3110 Biomolecules: Properties and Reactions,
132
BIOL3012 Animal Physiology, 129
CHEM3111 Organic Structure and Reactivity, 132
BIOL3013 Marine Biology, 129, 145, 146
CHEM3112 Materials Chemistry, 132, 151
BIOL3016 Coral Reef Biology, 128, 145, 146
CHEM3113 Catalysis and Sustainable Processes, 132
BIOL3017 Fungi in the Environment, 129, 161
CHEM3114 Metal Complexes: Medicine and Materials,
BIOL3018 Applications of Recombinant DNA Tech, 129, 133
142
CHEM3115 Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry, 133
BIOL3025 Evolutionary Genetics & Animal Behaviour,
130 CHEM3116 Membranes, Self Assembly and Surfaces,
133, 151
BIOL3026 Developmental Genetics, 130, 142
CHEM3117 Molecular Spectroscopy & Quantum Theory,
BIOL3027 Bioinformatics and Genomics, 126, 129, 133, 133
142
CHEM3910 Biomolecules: Properties & Reactions Adv,
BIOL3906 Ecological Methods (Advanced), 129, 133, 132
144, 147
CHEM3911 Organic Structure and Reactivity (Adv), 132
BIOL3907 Ecology (Advanced), 130, 144, 147
CHEM3912 Materials Chemistry (Adv), 132, 151
BIOL3908 Marine Field Ecology (Advanced), 129, 144,
147 CHEM3913 Catalysis and Sustainable Process (Adv),
132
BIOL3909 Terrestrial Field Ecology (Advanced), 130,
161 CHEM3914 Metal Complexes: Medic. & Mater. (Adv),
133
BIOL3910 Tropical Wildlife Biol & Management Adv, 128
CHEM3915 Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry (Adv), 133
BIOL3911 Ecophysiology (Advanced), 129, 145, 147
CHEM3916 Membranes, Self Assembly & Surfaces(Adv),
BIOL3912 Animal Physiology (Advanced), 129 151
BIOL3913 Marine Biology (Advanced), 129, 145, 147 CHEM3917 Mol. Spectroscopy & Quantum Theory (Adv),
BIOL3916 Coral Reef Biology (Advanced), 128, 145, 146 133
BIOL3917 Fungi in the Environment (Advanced), 129, CHNS1101 Chinese 1A (For Beginners), 91
161 CHNS1102 Chinese 1B (For Beginners), 91
BIOL3918 Applications of Recombinant DNA Tech Adv, CHNS1201 Chinese 1C (For Advanced Beginners), 91
129, 142
CHNS1202 Chinese 1D (For Advanced Beginners), 91
BIOL3925 Evolutionary Gen. & Animal Behaviour Adv,
130 CHNS1303 Chinese for Background Speakers 1, 91
BIOL3926 Developmental Genetics (Advanced), 130, CHNS1304 Chinese for Background Speakers 2, 91
142 CHNS1601 Understanding Contemporary China, 91
BIOL3927 Bioinformatics and Genomics (Advanced), CHNS1801 Chinese Exchange, 92
126, 129, 133, 142
CHNS1802 Chinese Exchange, 92
C CHNS2601 Chinese 2A (Lower Intermediate), 91
CEMS6001 CEMS Business Project A, 308, 310, 311 CHNS2602 Chinese 2B (Lower Intermediate), 91
CEMS6002 CEMS Business Project B, 308, 311 CHNS2611 Classical Chinese A, 91
CEMS6101 CEMS Exchange 1, 308, 310, 311 CHNS2612 Classical Chinese B, 91
CEMS6102 CEMS Exchange 2, 308, 310, 311 CHNS2650 Chinese In-Country Study A, 91
CEMS6103 CEMS Exchange 3, 308, 310, 311 CHNS2651 Chinese In-Country Study B, 91
CEMS6104 CEMS Exchange 4, 308, 310, 311 CHNS2652 Chinese In-Country Study C, 92
CEMS6105 CEMS Exchange 5, 308, 310, 311 CHNS2653 Chinese In-Country Study D, 92
CEMS6106 CEMS Exchange 6, 308, 310, 311 CHNS2654 Chinese In-Country Study E, 92
CHEM1001 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A, 23, 63, 131 CHNS2655 Chinese In-Country Study F, 92
380
Index by alpha code
CHNS2656 Chinese In-Country Study G, 92 CLAW2209 Intellectual Property for Business, 9, 43, 55,
70, 172
CHNS2657 Chinese In-Country Study H, 92
CLAW2210 Chinese Tax, 9, 43, 55, 70, 172
CHNS2810 Chinese Exchange, 92
CLAW3201 Australian Taxation System, 8, 9, 43, 52, 55,
CHNS2811 Chinese Exchange, 92 71, 172
CHNS2812 Chinese Exchange, 92 CLAW3202 Tax Strategies for Business, 9, 43, 55, 71,
CHNS2813 Chinese Exchange, 92 173
CHNS3601 Chinese 3A (Upper Intermediate), 91 CLAW3204 Capital Raising and Management, 9, 44, 55,
71, 173
CHNS3602 Chinese 3B (Upper Intermediate), 91
CLAW3206 Regulation of Mergers and Acquisitions, 9,
CHNS3603 Chinese 4A (Advanced), 91 44, 55, 71, 173
CHNS3604 Chinese 4B (Advanced), 91 CLAW3207 Legal Regulation of Employment, 9, 44, 55,
CHNS3611 Chinese for Specific Purposes 1, 91 71, 173
CHNS3612 Chinese for Specific Purposes 2, 91 CLAW4101 Commercial Law Honours A, 71, 173
CHNS3633 Lu Xun and China's Modern Literature, 91 CLAW4102 Commercial Law Honours B, 71, 173
CHNS3634 Gender in Modern Chinese Literature, 91 CLAW4103 Commercial Law Honours C, 71, 173
CHNS3640 Chinese History Through Chinese Eyes, 91 CLAW4104 Commercial Law Honours D, 71, 173
CHNS3647 Classical Chinese Poetry, 91 CLAW5001 Legal Environment of Business, 193, 194,
195, 198, 200, 209, 255, 257, 260, 329, 330, 332, 349,
CHNS4011 Chinese Honours A, 92 353, 357
CHNS4012 Chinese Honours B, 92 CLAW6002 Corporations Law, 194, 196, 200, 209, 329,
CHNS4013 Chinese Honours C, 92 330, 332
CHNS4014 Chinese Honours D, 92 CLAW6005 Regulation of Capital Markets, 195
CISS2001 Business in the Global Environment, 11, 45, CLAW6006 Insolvency Law, 196, 200, 209
56, 77 CLAW6007 Issues in Law and International Business,
CISS6001 New Security Challenges, 287, 288, 289, 291 196, 200, 202, 209, 256, 258, 260, 353, 357
CISS6002 Strategy & Security in the Asia-Pacific, 289, CLAW6026 Concepts of Australian Taxation, 194, 196,
291 200, 209, 329, 331, 332
CISS6003 Business and Security, 256, 258, 260, 269, CLAW6028 Corporate Governance, Law and Ethics, 196,
271, 273, 287, 289, 291, 353, 357 200, 209
CISS6004 Disease and Security, 287, 289, 291 CLAW6029 Concepts of Chinese Taxation, 196, 200,
209
CISS6005 Ethics, Law and War, 287, 289, 291
CLCV1801 Classical Civilisation Exchange, 92
CISS6006 Statebuilding and Fragile States, 287, 289,
291 CLCV1802 Classical Civilisation Exchange, 92
CISS6007 Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region, 256, CLSS2804 Classical Civilisation Exchange, 92
258, 260, 269, 271, 274, 287, 289, 291, 353, 357 CLSS2805 Classical Civilisation Exchange, 92
CISS6008 Population and Security, 287, 289, 291 CLSS4011 Classics Honours A, 92
CISS6009 Research Essay 1, 288, 290, 292 CLSS4012 Classics Honours B, 92
CISS6010 Research Essay 2, 288, 290, 292 CLSS4013 Classics Honours C, 92
CISS6011 Special Topic in International Security, 287, CLSS4014 Classics Honours D, 92
289
CLST2601 Defining the Celts, 90
CISS6012 Civil-Military Relations, 287, 289, 292
CLST2602 Old Irish 2, 90
CISS6013 Middle East Conflict and Security, 256, 258,
260, 269, 271, 274, 287, 289, 292, 353, 357 CLST2603 Middle Welsh 2, 90
CISS6014 Human Security, 287, 290, 292 CLST2604 Middle Welsh 1, 90
CISS6015 Alliances and Coalition Warfare, 287, 290, CLST2605 Celts in History, 90
292 CLST2606 Old Irish 1, 90
CISS6016 Chinese Foreign and Security Policy, 287, CLST2607 Modern Irish Linguistics, 90
290, 292
CLST2608 Modern Welsh Language and Culture 1, 90
CISS6017 Transnational Threats & Organised Crime,
290, 293 CLST2609 Modern Welsh Language and Culture 2, 90
CLAW1001 Foundations of Business Law, 8, 9, 43, 52, CLST2610 Modern Irish Language and Culture 1, 90
55, 70, 171 CLST2611 Modern Irish Language and Culture 2, 90
CLAW2201 Corporations Law, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 55, 69, CLST2612 Scottish Identity, History and Culture, 90
70, 171
CLST4011 Celtic Studies Honours A, 90
CLAW2202 Business Failure and Restructuring, 9, 43,
55, 70, 171 CLST4012 Celtic Studies Honours B, 90
CLAW2203 Regulation of Capital Markets, 9, 43, 55 CLST4013 Celtic Studies Honours C, 90
CLAW2203 Stock Markets and Derivatives Law, 70, 171 CLST4014 Celtic Studies Honours D, 90
CLAW2204 Banking and Finance Law, 9, 43, 55, 70, 172 COMP2007 Algorithms and Complexity, 134, 143
CLAW2205 Competition and Consumer Law, 9, 43, 55, COMP2121 Distributed Systems & Network Principles,
70, 172 134, 143
CLAW2207 Business, Ethics and the Law, 9, 43, 55 COMP2129 Operating Systems and Machine Principles,
134, 143
CLAW2207 Legal Ethics and the Professions, 70, 172
COMP2907 Algorithms and Complexity (Advanced), 134,
CLAW2208 Business Regulation, Risk and Compliance, 143
9, 43, 55, 70, 172
381
Index by alpha code
COMP3109 Programming Languages and Paradigms, ECMT6002 Econometric Applications, 197, 205, 210,
135 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232
COMP3308 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence, 133, ECMT6003 Applied Business Forecasting, 197, 205, 210,
135 227, 228, 230, 231, 232
COMP3419 Graphics and Multimedia, 135 ECMT6006 Applied Financial Econometrics, 197, 205,
210, 227, 228, 230, 231, 232
COMP3456 Computational Methods for Life Sciences,
127, 134, 135 ECMT6007 Analysis of Panel Data, 197, 205, 210, 228,
230, 231, 232
COMP3520 Operating Systems Internals, 135
ECMT6007 Panel Data Econometrics, 227
COMP3608 Intro. to Artificial Intelligence (Adv), 133, 135
ECMT6008 Business Operations Analysis, 197, 205,
COMP3615 Software Development Project, 47, 135 210, 227, 228, 230, 231, 232
COSC1001 Computational Science in Matlab, 133 ECMT6510 Management Decision Making, 197, 205,
COSC1002 Computational Science in C, 133 210, 227, 228, 230, 231, 233
COSC1901 Computational Science in Matlab (Adv), 133 ECMT6901 Econometric Modelling, 228
COSC1902 Computational Science in C (Adv), 133 ECOF1003 Business Contexts A, 7, 8, 15, 16, 19, 20,
23, 24, 28, 29, 240, 37, 41, 43, 68, 176
COSC3011 Scientific Computing, 133, 158
ECOF1004 Business Contexts B, 7, 8, 11, 15, 16, 19,
COSC3911 Scientific Computing (Advanced), 133, 158 20, 23, 24, 28, 29, 240, 37, 41, 43, 45, 68, 76, 176
CPAT3201 Pathogenesis of Human Disease 1, 130, 142 ECOF1010 Business and Economic Statistics A Adv, 71,
CPAT3202 Pathogenesis of Human Disease 2, 130, 142 80, 176
E ECOF3001 Business Strategy, 78
ECOF5010 Academic and Professional Communication,
ECMT1010 Business and Economic Statistics A, 7, 8, 193, 194, 195, 198, 210, 255, 257, 261, 349, 353, 357
10, 11, 15, 19, 23, 28, 240, 37, 44, 48, 51, 52, 53, 54,
55, 57, 59, 63, 68, 69, 71, 72, 74, 75, 80, 173, 174, 176 ECOF6106 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
ECMT1020 Business and Economic Statistics B, 10, ,
44, 48, 51, 53, 54, 57, 59, 63, 68, 71, 72, 75, 80, 174 ECOF6112 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
ECMT2110 Regression Modelling, 10, , 44, 48, 52, 53,
54, 57, 60, 64, 65, 71, 80, 174 ECOF6118 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
ECMT2120 Analysis of Discrete Choice Data, 10, , 44,
48, 54, 57, 71, 80, 174 ECOF6124 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 344, 363
ECMT2130 Financial Econometrics, 10, , 44, 48, 54, 57,
71, 75, 80, 174 ECOF6206 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
ECMT2620 Management Science, 10, , 44, 48, 54, 57,
71, 80, 174 ECOF6212 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
ECMT2630 Managerial Decision Making, 10, , 44, 48,
54, 57, 71, 80, 174 ECOF6218 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
ECMT2640 Operations Management, 10, , 44, 48, 54,
57, 71, 80, 174 ECOF6224 International Exchange Program, 206, 211,
232, 246, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 344, 363
ECMT3110 Econometric Models and Methods, 10, , 44,
48, 54, 57, 71, 80, 174 ECOF6500 Commerce Internship, 206, 211
ECMT3120 Applied Econometrics, 10, , 44, 48, 54, 57, ECOF6501 Commerce Business Project A, 206, 211
71, 80 ECOF6502 Commerce Business Project B, 206, 211
ECMT3130 Forecasting for Economics and Business, ECOF7901 Research Design, 369, 374
10, , 44, 48, 54, 57, 71, 75, 80, 175
ECOF7902 Quantitative Research Methods, 369, 374
ECMT3150 The Econometrics of Financial Markets, 10,
44, 54, 71, 75, 175 ECOF7903 Qualitative Research Methods, 369, 374
ECMT3160 Statistical Modelling, 10, 44, 54 ECOF7904 Advanced Analysis, 369, 374
ECMT3170 Computational Econometrics, 10, 44, 54 ECOF7904 Advanced Analysis for Research, 369, 374
ECMT3180 Business Risk Management, 10, , 44, 48, ECOF7905 Advanced Research Methods, 369, 374
54, 57, 71, 80, 175 ECOF7906 Current Topics in Research Seminar, 369,
ECMT3610 Management Science Models and Methods, 374
10, , 44, 48, 54, 57, 72, 80, 175 ECOF7907 Applied Quantitative Analysis, 369, 374
ECMT3640 Project Planning and Management, 10, , 44, ECOF9100 French Internship Program, 80
48, 54, 57, 72, 80, 175
ECOF9106 International Exchange Program, 80, 176
ECMT4101 Econometrics Honours A, 72, 175
ECMT4102 Econometrics Honours B, 72, 175
ECMT4103 Econometrics Honours C, 72, 175
ECMT4104 Econometrics Honours D, 72, 175
ECOF9200 French Internship Program, 80
ECMT4601 Management Decision Sciences Honours A,
80, 176 ECOF9206 International Exchange Program, 81, 176
ECMT4602 Management Decision Sciences Honours B, ECOF9212 International Exchange Program, 81, 176
80, 176 ECOF9218 International Exchange Program, 81
ECMT4603 Management Decision Sciences Honours C, ECOF9224 International Exchange Program, 81, 177
80, 176
ECON1001 Introductory Microeconomics, 7, 8, 10, 11,
ECMT4604 Management Decision Sciences Honours D, 15, 19, 23, 28, 240, 37, 44, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 59, 63,
80, 176 68, 72, 74, 75, 177
ECMT5001 Principles of Econometrics, 193, 194, 197, ECON1002 Introductory Macroeconomics, 8, 10, 11, 44,
198, 205, 209, 227, 229, 232, 255, 257, 260, 329, 331, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 59, 63, 68, 72, 74, 75, 177
332, 349, 353, 357
382
Index by alpha code
ECON1003 Quantitative Methods in Economics, 72 ECOP3551 Political Economy Exchange, 117

ECON4101 Economics Honours A, 74, 180 ECOP3552 Political Economy Exchange, 117
ECON4102 Economics Honours B, 74, 180 ECOP3553 Political Economy Exchange, 117
ECON4103 Economics Honours C, 74, 180 ECOP3620 Distribution of Income and Wealth, 117
ECON4104 Economics Honours D, 74, 180 ECOP3911 Theories in Political Economy, 117
ECON5000 Economics for Commerce, 193, 196, 198, ECOP3912 Research in Political Economy, 117
200, 212, 257, 261, 349, 353 ECOP4001 Political Economy Honours A, 117
ECON5001 Microeconomic Theory, 194, 196, 200, 212, ECOP4002 Political Economy Honours B, 117
227, 229, 233, 255, 257, 261, 329, 331, 333, 357
ECOP4003 Political Economy Honours C, 117
ECON5002 Macroeconomic Theory, 194, 195, 196, 199,
200, 212, 227, 229, 233, 255, 261, 329, 331, 333, 357 ECOP4004 Political Economy Honours D, 117
ECON5003 Economics for Accountants, 329, 331, 333 ECOP6010 International Trade Regulation, 256, 258,
262, 353, 357
ECON6001 Microeconomics Analysis 1, 229, 233
ECOP6015 Global Employment and Migration, 256, 258,
ECON6002 Macroeconomics Analysis 1, 229, 233 262, 353, 357
ECON6003 Mathematical Methods of Econ Analysis, ECOP6016 China in the World Economy, 256, 258, 262,
229, 233 353, 357
ECON6006 Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour, ECOS2001 Intermediate Microeconomics, 10, 44, 51,
196, 200, 212, 227, 228, 229, 231, 233 52, 53, 59, 60, 63, 64, 65, 68, 72, 177
ECON6008 International Money and Finance, 196, 200, ECOS2002 Intermediate Macroeconomics, 10, 44, 51,
212, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 233, 256, 258, 261, 353, 52, 53, 54, 59, 60, 63, 64, 68, 72, 75, 177
357
ECOS2201 Economics of Competition and Strategy, 10,
ECON6009 Economics of the Labour Market, 196, 200, 44, 53, 72, 177
212, 227, 228, 229, 231, 234
ECOS2306 Managerial Firms: Evolution & Attributes, 72,
ECON6010 Public Economics, 196, 200, 212, 227, 228, 78, 178
229, 231, 234
ECOS2901 Intermediate Microeconomics Honours, 10,
ECON6016 Trade and Development, 196, 200, 212, 227, 44, 51, 53, 59, 63, 68, 72, 177
228, 229, 231, 234, 256, 258, 261, 353, 357
ECOS2902 Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours, 10,
ECON6018 Environmental Economics, 196, 200, 213, 44, 51, 53, 54, 59, 63, 68, 72, 75, 177
227, 228, 230, 231, 234
ECOS2903 Mathematical Economics A, 10, 44, 53, 73,
ECON6021 Financial Economics, 196, 200, 213, 227, 178
228, 230, 231, 234
ECOS3002 Development Economics, 10, 44, 53, 73, 178
ECON6023 International Trade, 196, 200, 213, 227, 228,
230, 231, 234 ECOS3003 Hierarchies, Incentives & Firm Structure, 73,
78, 178
ECON6024 Private Equity, 196, 200, 213, 227, 228, 230,
231, 234, 256, 258, 261, 353, 357 ECOS3004 History of Economic Thought, 10, 44, 53, 73,
178
ECON6025 Strategic Decision Making, 196, 200, 213,
227, 228, 230, 231, 234 ECOS3005 Industrial Organisation, 10, , 44, 46, 53, 57,
73, 78, 178
ECON6026 Strategic Business Relationships, 196, 201,
213, 227, 228, 230, 231, 235 ECOS3006 International Trade, 10, 11, 44, 45, 53, 56,
73, 77, 178
ECON6027 Experimental Economics, 196, 200, 213,
227, 228, 230, 231, 235 ECOS3007 International Macroeconomics, 10, 11, 44,
45, 53, 54, 56, 73, 75, 77, 178
ECON6101 Special Topic in Economics, 196, 201, 213,
228, 230, 235 ECOS3008 Labour Economics, 10, , 44, 46, 53, 57, 73,
78, 178
ECON6901 Microeconomics Analysis 2, 230, 235
ECOS3010 Monetary Economics, 10, 44, 53, 54, 73, 75,
ECON6902 Macroeconomics Analysis 2, 230, 235 179
ECOP1001 Economics as a Social Science, 49, 116 ECOS3011 Public Finance, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179
ECOP1003 International Economy and Finance, 49, 116 ECOS3012 Strategic Behaviour, 10, , 44, 46, 53, 57, 73,
ECOP1004 Economy and Society, 49, 116 78, 179
ECOP1551 Political Economy Exchange, 117 ECOS3015 Law and Economics, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179
ECOP1552 Political Economy Exchange, 117 ECOS3016 Experimental and Behavioural Economics,
10, 44, 53, 73, 179
ECOP2011 Economics of Modern Capitalism, 49, 116
ECOS3017 Health Economics, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179
ECOP2012 Social Foundations of Modern Capitalism,
116 ECOS3018 Economics of Growth, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179
ECOP2550 Political Economy Exchange, 117 ECOS3019 Capital and Dynamics, 10, 44, 53, 54, 73,
75, 179
ECOP2551 Political Economy Exchange, 117
ECOS3020 Special Topic in Economics, 10, 44, 53, 73,
ECOP2552 Political Economy Exchange, 117 180
ECOP2601 Analysis of Business Cycles, 116 ECOS3021 Business Cycles and Asset Markets, 10, 44,
ECOP2612 Economic Policy in Global Context, 49, 116 53, 54, 73, 76, 180
ECOP2911 Political Economy Honours II, 116 ECOS3022 The Economics of Financial Markets, 10, 44,
53, 54, 73, 75, 180
ECOP3012 Global Political Economy, 11, 45, 56, 77, 116
ECOS3901 Advanced Microeconomics, 10, 44, 53, 73,
ECOP3014 Political Economy of Development, 11, 45, 180
56, 77, 116
ECOS3901 Advanced Microeconomics Honours, 73, 180
ECOP3015 Political Economy of the Environment, 116
ECOS3902 Advanced Macroeconomics, 10, 44, 53, 73,
ECOP3017 Human Rights in Development, 116 180
ECOP3019 Finance: Volatility and Regulation, 116
383
Index by alpha code
ECOS3902 Advanced Macroeconomics Honours, 73, ENGL3658 Narrating Trauma, 95

180 ENGL3662 Aesthetics and Aestheticism, 95
ECOS3903 Applied Economics, 10, 44, 53, 73, 180 ENGL4101 English Honours A, 96
ELEC1601 Foundations of Computer Systems, 134 ENGL4102 English Honours B, 96
ELEC3506 Data Communications and the Internet, 135 ENGL4103 English Honours C, 96
ELEC3609 Internet Software Platforms, 135 ENGL4104 English Honours D, 96
ELEC3610 E-Business Analysis and Design, 135, 144 ENVI2111 Conservation Biology and Applied Ecology,
EMBA6000 Executive MBA Primers, 239, 240 128, 135
EMBA6001 EMBA Report, 239, 240 ENVI2911 Conservation Biol & Applied Ecology Adv,
128, 136
EMBA6002 Leadership, 239, 240
ENVI3111 Environmental Law and Ethics, 136
EMBA6003 Foundations of Management, 239, 240, 241
ENVI3112 Environmental Assessment, 136
EMBA6004 Creating & Developing New Opportunities,
240, 241 ENVI3114 Energy and the Environment, 136
EMBA6005 Managing Growth, 239, 240, 241 ENVX3001 Environmental GIS, 162
EMBA6006 Turning Around Mature Businesses, 239, EUST2601 Europe: Civilisation and Barbarism, 96
240, 241 EUST2605 Europe: Literature and Dictatorship, 96
EMHU3001 Electron Microscopy and Imaging/Theory, EUST2611 European & Middle Eastern Myth & Legend,
124 96
EMHU3002 Electron Microscopy and Imaging/Prac, 124 EUST2612 Regionalisms in Europe & the Middle East,
ENGL1002 Narratives of Romance and Adventure, 94 96
ENGL1007 Language, Texts and Time, 94 EUST2805 European Studies Exchange, 96
ENGL1008 Australian Texts: International Contexts, 94 EUST2806 European Studies Exchange, 96
ENGL1026 Narrating the Fictive Self, 94 EUST2807 European Studies Exchange, 96
ENGL1801 English Exchange, 95 EUST2808 European Studies Exchange, 96
ENGL1802 English Exchange, 95 EUST4011 European Studies Honours A, 96
ENGL2623 Twentieth Century Literature: Modernism, 94 EUST4011 European Studies Honours A, 96
ENGL2627 Reading Sexuality, 94 EUST4012 European Studies Honours B, 96
ENGL2629 Victorian Literature, 94 EUST4013 European Studies Honours C, 96
ENGL2638 Literature and Cinema, 94 EUST4014 European Studies Honours D, 96
ENGL2640 Shakespeare, 94 F
ENGL2650 Reading Poetry, 94
FILM2810 Film Studies Exchange, 96
ENGL2652 Modern Rhetoric, 94
ENGL2653 Varieties of English Grammar, 94
ENGL2657 Myths, Legends and Heroes, 94
ENGL2658 Love and Desire in Early Modern England,
94 FILM2814 Film Studies Exchange, 96
ENGL2659 The 18th Century: Scandal & Sociability, 94 FILM2815 Film Studies Exchange, 96
ENGL2660 Reading the Nation: Modern U.S. Writing, 95 FILM4101 Film Studies Honours A, 97
ENGL2661 Imagining Camelot, 95 FILM4102 Film Studies Honours B, 97
ENGL2662 Deceit, Disguise and Medieval Narrative, 95 FILM4103 Film Studies Honours C, 97
ENGL2664 Transpacific American Literature 1838-99, FILM4104 Film Studies Honours D, 97
95 FINC2011 Corporate Finance I, 8, 11, 45, 52, 55, 74,
ENGL2811 English Exchange, 95 180, 181
ENGL2812 English Exchange, 95 FINC2012 Corporate Finance II, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
ENGL2813 English Exchange, 95 FINC2192 Finance 2 Honours, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
ENGL2814 English Exchange, 95 FINC3011 International Financial Management, 11, 45,
55, 56, 74, 77, 181
ENGL2815 English Exchange, 95
FINC3012 Derivative Securities, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
FINC3013 Mergers and Acquisitions, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
FINC3014 Trading and Dealing in Security Markets, 11,
ENGL2818 English Exchange, 95 45, 55, 74, 181
ENGL3603 Contemporary British Literature, 95 FINC3015 Financial Valuation: Case Study Approach,
ENGL3604 Cinematic Modernism, 95 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
ENGL3606 Fantastical Women, 95 FINC3017 Investments and Portfolio Management, 11,
45, 55, 74, 181
ENGL3612 Metaphor and Meaning, 95
FINC3018 Bank Financial Management, 11, 45, 55, 74,
ENGL3633 Introduction to Old English, 95 182
ENGL3634 Continuing Old English, 95 FINC3019 Fixed Income Securities, 11, 45, 55, 74, 182
ENGL3635 Introduction to Old Norse, 95 FINC3020 Financial Risk Management, 11, 45, 55, 74,
ENGL3636 Continuing Old Norse, 95 182
ENGL3642 Studies in Medieval Literatures, 95 FINC3193 Finance 3 Honours (Corporate Finance), 11,
45, 55, 75, 182
ENGL3651 Christopher Marlowe, 95
FINC3194 Finance 3 Honours (Securities Markets), 11,
ENGL3655 The Literary in Theory, 95 45, 55, 75, 182
384
Index by alpha code
FINC4101 Finance Honours A, 75, 182 FRNC3655 French Sociolinguistics, 97

FINC4102 Finance Honours B, 75, 182 FRNC3682 French Popular Culture, 97
FINC4103 Finance Honours C, 75, 182 FRNC3801 French In-Country Study, 97
FINC4104 Finance Honours D, 75, 182 FRNC4011 French Honours A, 98
FINC5001 Capital Markets and Corporate Finance, 193, FRNC4012 French Honours B, 98
194, 195, 196, 198, 199, 201, 214, 227, 228, 230, 231, FRNC4013 French Honours C, 98
235, 255, 257, 262, 329, 330, 332, 349, 353, 357
FRNC4014 French Honours D, 98
FINC6000 Quantitative Finance, 196, 197, 201, 205, 214,
227, 228, 230, 231, 235 G
FINC6001 Intermediate Corporate Finance, 196, 201,
214, 227, 228, 230, 231, 235 GBST2801 Global Studies Exchange 1, 100
FINC6003 Broking and Market Making, 196, 201, 214, GBST2802 Global Studies Exchange 2, 100
228, 230, 236 GBST2803 Global Studies Exchange 3, 100
FINC6005 Advanced Asset Pricing, 196, 201, 214, 228, GBST2804 Global Studies Exchange 4, 100
230, 236
GBST2805 Global Studies Exchange 5, 100
FINC6007 Financial Strategy, 196, 201, 214, 228, 231,
236 GBST2806 Global Studies Exchange 6, 100
FINC6009 Portfolio Theory and its Applications, 196, GBST2807 Global Studies Exchange 7, 100
201, 214, 228, 231, 236 GBST2808 Global Studies Exchange 8, 100
FINC6010 Derivative Securities, 196, 201, 214, 228, 231, GCST1601 Introduction to Cultural Studies, 92
236
GCST1602 Introduction to Gender Studies, 98
FINC6013 International Business Finance, 196, 201, 202,
214, 228, 231, 236, 256, 258, 262, 353, 357 GCST2604 Sex, Violence and Transgression, 98
FINC6014 Fixed Income Securities, 196, 201, 214, 228, GCST2606 Genres in Cultural Context, 92
231, 236 GCST2607 Bodies, Sexualities, Identities, 98
FINC6015 Global Trading, 196, 201, 215, 228, 231, 236, GCST2608 Gender, Communities and Belonging, 92
256, 258, 262, 353, 357
GCST2609 Masculinity, Mateship and Men's Lives, 98
FINC6016 Financial Instruments and Markets, 196, 201,
215, 228, 231, 236 GCST2610 Intimacy, Love and Friendship, 98
FINC6017 Mergers and Acquisitions, 196, 201, 215, 228, GCST2612 Youth Cultures, 92
231, 237 GCST2613 Everyday Life: Theories and Practices, 92
FINC6019 Financial Modelling, 196, 197, 201, 205, 215, GCST2614 The Body: Theories, Practices, Cultures, 98
228, 231, 237
GCST2804 Gender Studies Exchange, 98
FINC6021 Corporate Valuation, 196, 201, 215, 228, 231,
237 GCST2805 Gender Studies Exchange, 98
FINC6022 Behavioural Finance, 196, 201, 215, 228, 231, GCST2806 Gender Studies Exchange, 98
237 GCST2810 Gender Studies Exchange, 98
FRNC1611 Junior French Introductory 1, 97 GCST2811 Gender Studies Exchange, 98
FRNC1612 Junior French Introductory 2, 97 GCST2812 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC1621 Junior French Intermediate 3, 97 GCST2813 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC1622 Junior French Intermediate 4, 97 GCST2814 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC1631 Junior French Advanced 5, 97 GCST2815 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC1632 Junior French Advanced 6, 97 GCST2816 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC1801 French Exchange, 97 GCST2817 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC1802 French Exchange, 97 GCST2818 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC2611 Senior French Intermediate 1, 97 GCST2819 Cultural Studies Exchange, 93
FRNC2612 Senior French Intermediate 2, 97 GCST3603 Consumer Cultures, 92
FRNC2614 French Reading 1: Text and Society, 97 GCST3604 Cultural Theory, 92
FRNC2615 Literature and Theatre, 97 GCST4011 Cultural Studies Honours A, 93
FRNC2621 Senior French Intermediate 3, 97 GCST4012 Cultural Studies Honours B, 93
FRNC2622 Senior French Intermediate 4, 97 GCST4013 Cultural Studies Honours C, 93
FRNC2655 Professional French, 97 GCST4014 Cultural Studies Honours D, 93
FRNC2666 Research Methods in French Studies, 97 GCST4015 Gender Studies Honours A, 98
FRNC2681 French Narrative Cinema, 97 GCST4016 Gender Studies Honours B, 98
FRNC2803 French Exchange, 97 GCST4017 Gender Studies Honours C, 98
FRNC2804 French Exchange, 97 GCST4018 Gender Studies Honours D, 98
FRNC2805 French Exchange, 97 GCST4101 Arguing the Point, 93, 98
FRNC2806 French Exchange, 98 GCST4102 Research Skills, 93, 98
FRNC2807 French Exchange, 98 GCST4103 Gender Studies Honours Seminar A, 98
FRNC2808 French Exchange, 98 GCST4104 Gender Studies Honours Seminar B, 98
FRNC3621 Senior French Advanced 5, 97 GCST4105 Gender Studies Honours Thesis A, 98
FRNC3622 Senior French Advanced 6, 97 GCST4106 Gender Studies Honours Thesis B, 99
FRNC3631 Senior French Advanced 7, 97 GCST4107 Gender Studies Honours Thesis C, 99
FRNC3653 French Translation, 97 GCST4108 Gender Studies Honours Thesis D, 99
385
Index by alpha code
GCST4111 Cultural Studies Honours Seminar A, 93 GEOS3908 Field Geology and Geophysics (Advanced),
140
GCST4112 Cultural Studies Honours Seminar B, 93
GEOS3909 Coastal Environments and Processes (Adv),
GCST4113 Cultural Studies Honours Thesis A, 93 139, 145, 147
GCST4114 Cultural Studies Honours Thesis B, 93 GEOS3913 Regional Development & Environment (Adv),
GCST4115 Cultural Studies Honours Thesis C, 93 136, 139
GCST4116 Cultural Studies Honours Thesis D, 93 GEOS3914 GIS in Coastal Management (Advanced),
136, 139, 145, 147
GEOG2321 Fluvial and Groundwater Geomorphology,
138 GEOS3918 Rivers: Science and Management (Adv),
136, 139, 145, 147
GEOG3521 Sustainable Cities, 139
GEOS3953 Asia-Pacific Field School-A (Adv), 139
GEOG3921 Sustainable Cities (Adv), 139
GOVT1001 Government Exchange, 101
GEOS1001 Earth, Environment and Society, 135, 138,
139 GOVT1101 Australian Politics, 100
GEOS1002 Introductory Geography, 135, 138 GOVT1104 Power in Society, 100
GEOS1003 Introduction to Geology, 135, 139 GOVT1105 Geopolitics, 100
GEOS1901 Earth, Environment and Society Advanced, GOVT1202 World Politics, 100
135, 138, 139 GOVT1881 Government Exchange, 101
GEOS1902 Introductory Geography (Advanced), 135, GOVT1882 Government Exchange, 101
138
GOVT2111 Human Rights and Australian Politics, 100
GEOS1903 Introduction to Geology (Advanced), 135,
139 GOVT2114 The Australian Political Party System, 100
GEOS2111 Natural Hazards: a GIS Approach, 136, 138, GOVT2116 Australian Foreign and Defence Policy, 100
139 GOVT2119 Southeast Asia: Dilemmas of Development,
GEOS2112 Economic Geography of Global 100
Development, 138 GOVT2221 Politics of International Economic Rels, 77,
GEOS2114 Volcanoes, Hot Rocks and Minerals, 139 100
GEOS2115 Oceans, Coasts and Climate Change, 138, GOVT2225 International Security in 21st Century, 77,
140, 146 100
GEOS2121 Environmental and Resource Management, GOVT2228 Environmental Politics, 100
136, 138, 139 GOVT2424 Politics of China, 100
GEOS2122 Urban Geography, 136, 138 GOVT2444 Europe in World Affairs, 100
GEOS2124 Fossils and Tectonics, 139 GOVT2445 American Politics and Foreign Policy, 100
GEOS2911 Natural Hazards: a GIS Approach Advanced, GOVT2446 Reform, Revolution and Post Communism,
136, 138, 140 100
GEOS2912 Economic Geography of Global Dev. Adv., GOVT2552 Policy Analysis, 100
138
GOVT2557 Public Sector Management, 101
GEOS2914 Volcanoes, Hot Rocks and Minerals Adv,
140 GOVT2557 Public Sector Management and Governance,
101
GEOS2915 Oceans, Coasts and Climate Change (Adv),
138, 140, 146 GOVT2603 Media Politics, 101
GEOS2921 Environmental & Resource Management GOVT2611 Capitalism and Democracy in East Asia, 101
Adv, 136, 138, 140 GOVT2801 Applied International Studies, 101
GEOS2922 Urban Geography (Advanced), 136, 138 GOVT2802 International Studies Practicum, 101
GEOS2924 Fossils and Tectonics (Advanced), 140 GOVT2881 Government Exchange, 101
GEOS3008 Field Geology and Geophysics, 140 GOVT2882 Government Exchange, 101
GEOS3009 Coastal Environments and Processes, 134, GOVT2883 Government Exchange, 101
138, 145, 146
GOVT2884 Government Exchange, 101
GEOS3014 GIS in Coastal Management, 136, 139, 145,
147 GOVT2885 Government Exchange, 101
GEOS3018 Rivers: Science, Policy and Management, GOVT2991 Political Analysis, 101
136, 139, 145, 147 GOVT3993 Power, 101
GEOS3053 Asia-Pacific Field School-Assessment A, GOVT3994 Research Preparation, 101
139
GOVT4101 Government Honours A, 101
GEOS3101 Earth's Structure and Evolution, 140
GOVT4102 Government Honours B, 101
GEOS3102 Global Energy and Resources, 140, 145
GOVT4103 Government Honours C, 101
GEOS3103 Environmental and Sedimentary Geology,
140, 145, 146 GOVT4104 Government Honours D, 101
GEOS3104 Geophysical Methods, 140, 145, 146 GOVT6103 Australia in Diplomacy, Defence & Trade,
290, 293
GEOS3513 Regional Development and Environment,
136, 139 GOVT6116 International Organisations, 256, 353, 357
GEOS3801 Earth's Structure and Evolutions (Adv), 140 GOVT6117 International Politics of Human Rights, 256,
258, 262, 353, 357
GEOS3802 Global Energy and Resources (Adv), 140,
146 GOVT6119 International Security, 287, 288, 289, 293
GEOS3803 Environmental & Sedimentary Geology(Adv), GOVT6123 Globalisation and Governance, 256, 258,
140, 145, 147 262, 353, 357
GEOS3804 Geophysical Methods (Advanced), 140, 145, GOVT6125 Politics of the World Economy, 256, 258,
147 262, 353, 357
386
Index by alpha code
GOVT6136 Asia Pacific Politics, 256, 258, 263, 290, 293, GSOG6003 Strategic Administration, 335, 336, 337
353, 357 GSOG6004 Managing Public Expenditure, 335, 336, 337,
GOVT6139 Research Design, 288, 290, 293 338, 340
GOVT6147 Foundations of International Relations, 256, GSOG6005 Work Based Project, 336, 337, 338
258, 263, 353, 357 GSOG6006 Internship Program, 337, 338
GOVT6316 Policy Making, Power and Politics, 288, 290, GSOG6007 Research Project, 337, 338
293
GSOG6008 International & Comparative Public Admin,
GOVT6331 International Public Management, 258, 263 337, 338
GOVT6331 Public Management and Governance, 256,
354, 357 H
GRKA1600 Introduction to Ancient Greek 1, 101 HBRW1011 Hebrew Modern B1, 102
GRKA1601 Introduction to Ancient Greek 2, 101 HBRW1102 Hebrew Modern B2, 102
GRKA2600 Intermediate Greek 1, 101 HBRW1111 Hebrew Classical B1, 102
GRKA2601 Intermediate Greek 2, 101 HBRW1112 Hebrew Classical B2, 102
GRKA2620 Reading Greek 1, 101 HBRW2603 Hebrew Modern 3, 102
GRKA2621 Reading Greek 2, 101 HBRW2604 Hebrew Modern 4, 102
GRKA2804 Greek (Ancient) Exchange, 101 HBRW2605 Hebrew Modern 5, 102
GRKA2805 Greek (Ancient) Exchange, 102 HBRW2606 Hebrew Modern 6, 102
GRKA3600 Advanced Greek, 101 HBRW2607 Hebrew Modern 7, 102
GRKA3602 Greek Epic, 101 HBRW2608 Hebrew Modern 8, 103
GRKA3604 Greek Philosophical Texts, 101 HBRW2609 Hebrew Modern 9, 103
GRKA3606 Classics of Greek Literature, 101 HBRW2610 Hebrew Modern 10, 103
GRKA4011 Greek Honours A, 102 HBRW2611 Hebrew Modern 11, 103
GRKA4012 Greek Honours B, 102 HBRW2612 Hebrew Modern 12, 103
GRKA4013 Greek Honours C, 102 HBRW2623 Hebrew Classical 3, 102
GRKA4014 Greek Honours D, 102 HBRW2624 Hebrew Classical 4, 102
GRMN1111 Junior German 1, 99 HBRW2631 Hebrew Accelerated C1, 102
GRMN1122 Junior German 2, 99 HBRW2632 Hebrew Accelerated C2, 102
GRMN1211 Junior German 3, 99 HBRW2651 Syriac 1, 102
GRMN1222 Junior German 4, 99 HBRW2652 Syriac 2, 102
GRMN1311 Junior German 5, 99 HBRW2801 Hebrew (Classical) In-Country Study A, 102
GRMN1322 Junior German 6, 99 HBRW2802 Hebrew (Classical) In-Country Study B, 102
GRMN2611 Senior German 1, 99 HBRW3653 Syriac 3, 102
GRMN2612 Senior German 2, 99 HBRW3654 Syriac 4, 102
GRMN2613 Senior German 3, 99 HBRW4011 Hebrew (Classical) Honours A, 102
GRMN2614 Senior German 4, 99 HBRW4012 Hebrew (Classical) Honours B, 102
GRMN2615 Senior German 5, 99 HBRW4013 Hebrew (Classical) Honours C, 102
GRMN2616 Senior German 6, 99 HBRW4014 Hebrew (Classical) Honours D, 102
GRMN2617 Senior German 7, 99 HBRW4021 Hebrew (Modern) Honours A, 103
GRMN2618 Senior German 8, 99 HBRW4022 Hebrew (Modern) Honours B, 103
GRMN2631 Reading Comprehension and Text Study, HBRW4023 Hebrew (Modern) Honours C, 103
99
HBRW4024 Hebrew (Modern) Honours D, 103
GRMN2633 Topics in German Film, 99
HORT3005 Production Horticulture, 161
GRMN2637 Business German, 99
HPSC1000 Bioethics, 140
GRMN2638 Gender & Sexuality in German Literature,
99 HPSC1900 Bioethics (Advanced), 140
GRMN2641 German Culture and Society 1806-1848, 99 HPSC2100 The Birth of Modern Science, 141
GRMN2683 German Literature and Culture, 99 HPSC2101 What Is This Thing Called Science?, 141
GRMN2686 The German Wende in Literature & Culture, HPSC2900 The Birth of Modern Science (Advanced),
99 141
GRMN2811 Germanic Studies Exchange, 99 HPSC3002 History of Biological/Medical Sciences, 141
GRMN2812 Germanic Studies Exchange, 99 HPSC3016 The Scientific Revolution, 141
GRMN2813 Germanic Studies Exchange, 99 HPSC3022 Science and Society, 140, 141
GRMN2814 Germanic Studies Exchange, 99 HPSC3023 Psychology & Psychiatry: History & Phil, 141,
161, 162
GRMN2815 Germanic Studies Exchange, 99
HPSC3024 Science and Ethics, 141
GRMN4011 German Honours A, 99
HRTG2804 Heritage Studies Exchange, 103
GRMN4012 German Honours B, 99
GRMN4013 German Honours C, 99
GRMN4014 German Honours D, 100
GSOG6001 Policy in Practice: Delivering Value, 337
GSOG6002 Public Sector Leadership, 335, 336, 337
387
Index by alpha code
HRTG3601 Heritage Museums and the Public Sphere, IBUS3102 International Risk Management, 11, 45, 56,
103 77, 183
HRTG3602 Social History and Heritage Studies, 103 IBUS3103 Global Entrepreneurship and Enterprise, 11,
45, 56, 77, 183
HSTO3001 Microscopy & Histochemistry Theory, 124,
130 IBUS3104 Ethical International Business Decisions, 11,
45, 56, 77, 183
HSTO3002 Microscopy & Histochemistry Practical, 124,
130 IBUS3106 International Business Special Project, 11,
45, 56, 77, 183
HSTO3003 Cells and Development: Theory, 124, 130
IBUS3107 Business Negotiations, 11, 45, 56, 77, 183
HSTO3004 Cells and Development: Practical (Adv), 125,
130 IBUS4101 Special Topics in International Business, 78,
184
HSTY1025 The Middle Ages, 103
IBUS4102 International Business Research Methods,
HSTY1031 Renaissance and Reformation (1498-1648), 78, 184
103
IBUS4103 International Business Seminar, 78, 184
HSTY1044 Twentieth Century Europe, 103
IBUS4104 International Business Thesis, 78, 184
HSTY1045 Modern European History 1750-1914, 103
IBUS5001 Strategy, Innovation and Global Business,
HSTY1076 American History from Lincoln to Clinton, 83, 193, 196, 197, 198, 202, 206, 215, 251, 252, 253, 255,
103 257, 263, 269, 271, 274, 288, 290, 293, 349, 353, 357
HSTY1089 Australia: Colonies to Nation, 103 IBUS6001 International Business Strategy, 196, 202,
HSTY1801 History Exchange, 104 215, 255, 256, 258, 263, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357
HSTY1802 History Exchange, 104 IBUS6002 Cross-Cultural Management, 196, 197, 202,
205, 216, 255, 256, 258, 263, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357
HSTY2304 Imperialism, 1815-2000, 103
IBUS6003 Managing International Risk, 196, 202, 216,
HSTY2601 Religion & Society: Conversion & Culture, 255, 258, 263, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357
103
IBUS6004 International Business Alliances, 196, 202,
HSTY2607 Approaches to the Arab Israeli Conflict, 103 216, 255, 258, 264, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357
HSTY2619 Living in Colonial Australia, 103 IBUS6005 Ethical International Business Decisions, 196,
HSTY2627 Living Memory: Popular Uses of the Past, 202, 216, 258, 264, 269, 271, 274
103 IBUS6006 Comparative International Management, 196,
HSTY2629 Sex and Scandal, 103 202, 216, 256, 258, 264, 269, 271, 275, 354, 357
HSTY2634 Columbus to Lincoln: America Before 1865, IBUS6007 International Business Special Project, 196,
103 202, 216, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271, 275, 354, 357
HSTY2640 Twentieth Century China, 103 IBUS6008 Export Management, 196, 202, 216, 256, 259,
264, 269, 271, 275, 354, 357
HSTY2659 Nationalism, 104
IBUS6011 New Business Opportunities and Startups,
HSTY2660 Violence in Italy, 104 206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271, 275,
HSTY2664 Communicating Culture in the Middle Ages, 354, 357
104 IBUS6012 Business Growth and Innovation, 196, 198,
HSTY2670 New York, New York, 104 202, 206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271,
275, 354, 357
HSTY2672 Britain and the World: C.1837-1914, 104
IBUS6013 Business Restructuring and Renewal, 198,
HSTY2673 Lived Experience in Modern China, 104 206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271, 275,
HSTY2677 Australia: Politics and Nation, 104 354, 357
HSTY2682 Portraits of Medieval Women, 104 IBUS6014 Intellectual Property Management, 198, 206,
217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 265, 269, 271, 275, 354,
HSTY2686 Food, Environment and Culture in Europe, 357
104
IBUS6015 Strategy and Innovation Special Project, 251,
HSTY2687 Alliance: Australia-USA Relations, 104 252, 253
HSTY2690 Australia's Underworld: Stories & Method, IBUS6016 Social Entrepreneurship, 198, 206, 217, 251,
104 252, 253, 256, 259, 265, 354, 357
HSTY2691 Writing History, 104 IBUS6017 Enterprise and the Creative Industries, 198,
HSTY2692 International and Diplomatic History, 104 206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 265, 354, 357
HSTY2805 History Exchange, 104 IBUS6018 Business Negotiations, 196, 198, 203, 206,
217, 231, 256, 259, 265, 271, 275, 354, 357
HSTY2806 History Exchange, 104
ICLS2621 Love in Different Languages, 105
ICLS2624 Great Books 1: The Human Condition, 105
ICLS2637 Watching Stars: Film and the Star System,
HSTY2811 History Exchange, 104 105
HSTY4011 History Honours A, 104 ICLS2801 Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch, 106
HSTY4012 History Honours B, 104 ICLS2802 Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch, 106
HSTY4013 History Honours C, 104 ICLS2803 Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch, 106
HSTY4014 History Honours D, 104 ICLS2804 Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch, 106
I ICLS4011 Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons A, 106
IBUS2101 International Business Strategy, 11, 45, 56, ICLS4012 Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons B, 106
77, 183 ICLS4013 Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons C, 106
IBUS2102 Cross-Cultural Management, 11, 45, 56, 77, ICLS4014 Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons D, 106
183
IMMU2101 Introductory Immunology, 141
IBUS3101 International Business Alliances, 11, 45, 56,
77, 183 IMMU3102 Molecular and Cellular Immunology, 141
388
Index by alpha code
IMMU3202 Immunology in Human Disease, 141 INFS6012 Business Process Integration, 196, 202, 218
IMMU3902 Molecular and Cellular Immunology (Adv), INFS6013 Information Risk, Governance & Assurance,
141 202, 218
INFO1003 Foundations of Information Technology, 134, INFS6015 Business Process Management, 196, 202,
143 218
INFO1103 Introduction to Programming, 47, 134, 143 INFS6016 Technology Enabled Business Innovation,
202, 218
INFO1105 Data Structures, 47, 134, 143
INFS6017 Strategic Information & Knowledge Mgmt, 202,
INFO1903 Informatics (Advanced), 47, 134, 143 219
INFO1905 Data Structures (Advanced), 47, 134, 143 INFS6018 Managing Business Intelligence, 196, 202,
INFO1911 IT Special Project 1A, 143 219
INFO1912 IT Special Project 1B, 143 INFS6020 BIS Innovation, Transformation & Change,
202, 219
INFO2110 Systems Analysis and Modelling, 134, 143
INFS6030 Project Management in Practice, 197, 205,
INFO2120 Database Systems 1, 134, 143 219
INFO2315 Introduction to IT Security, 134, 143 INFS6101 Information Systems Research A, 196, 202,
INFO2820 Database Systems 1 (Advanced), 134, 143 219
INFO2911 IT Special Project 2A, 143 INFS6106 Information Systems Research B, 196, 202,
219
INFO2912 IT Special Project 2B, 144
INGS1001 Power and Money in Global Society, 106
INFO3220 Object Oriented Design, 135, 144
INGS1002 Global Culture and Society, 106
INFO3315 Human-Computer Interaction, 135, 144
INGS2601 Transnational Spaces and Networks, 106
INFO3402 Management of IT Projects and Systems, 47,
135, 144 INGS3601 Current Global Issues, 106
INFO3404 Database Systems 2, 135, 138, 144 INMS1101 Indonesian 1A, 105
INFO3504 Database Systems 2 (Adv), 135, 138, 144 INMS1102 Indonesian 1B, 105
INFO3600 Major Development Project (Advanced), 135, INMS2601 Indonesian 2A, 105
144 INMS2602 Indonesian 2B, 105
INFO3911 IT Special Project 3A, 144 INMS2650 Indonesian In-Country Study A, 105
INFO3912 IT Special Project 3B, 144 INMS2651 Indonesian In-Country Study B, 105
INFS1000 Digital Business Innovation, 8, 9, 42, 47, 52, INMS2652 Indonesian In-Country Study C, 105
55, 69, 184
INMS2653 Indonesian In-Country Study D, 105
INFS2001 IS for Performance Improvement, 8, 9, 42, 47,
52, 55, 69, 184 INMS2654 Indonesian In-Country Study E, 105
INFS2010 Digital Information Design & Management, INMS2655 Indonesian In-Country Study F, 105
70, 184 INMS2656 Indonesian In-Country Study G, 105
INFS2020 Business Process Modelling & Improvement, INMS2657 Indonesian In-Country Study H, 105
70, 185
INMS2805 Indonesian Exchange, 105
INFS2030 e-Commerce Business Management, 9, 47,
55, 70, 185 INMS2806 Indonesian Exchange, 105
INFS3030 Information Protection and Assurance, 9, 47, INMS2807 Indonesian Exchange, 105
55, 70, 185 INMS2808 Indonesian Exchange, 105
INFS3040 Enterprise Systems, 8, 9, 42, 47, 52, 55, 70, INMS3601 Indonesian 3A, 105
185
INMS3602 Indonesian 3B, 105
INFS3040 Enterprise Systems & Integrated Business,
70, 185 INMS3605 Autonomy and Human Rights in Indonesia,
105
INFS3050 Business Intelligence for Managers, 9, 47, 55,
70, 185 INMS3606 Enculturating the Indonesian Nation, 105
INFS3060 Managing Digital Innovation Projects, 9, 47, INMS3607 Indonesia: The Challenges of Development,
55, 70, 185 105
INFS3080 Business Information Systems Project, 9, 47, INMS3608 Indonesia in Search of Modernity, 105
55, 70, 186 INMS4011 Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours A,
INFS4101 Business Information Systems Honours A, 70, 105
186 INMS4012 Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours B,
INFS4102 Business Information Systems Honours B, 70, 105
186 INMS4013 Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours C,
INFS4103 Business Information Systems Honours C, 105
70, 186 INMS4014 Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours D,
INFS4104 Business Information Systems Honours D, 105
70, 186 ISYS2140 Information Systems, 144
INFS5000 Information and Systems in Organisations, ISYS3400 Information Systems Project, 144
329, 331, 333
ISYS3401 Analytical Methods & Information Systems,
INFS5001 Project Management, 193, 194, 196, 197, 198, 144
201, 205, 217, 255, 257, 265, 349, 353, 357
ITLN1611 Introductory Italian 1, 106
INFS6001 Managing Information and Systems, 194, 196,
201, 218, 329, 331, 333 ITLN1612 Introductory Italian 2, 106
INFS6002 Strategic Information Systems Management, ITLN1613 Introduction to Modern Italian Culture, 106
196, 201, 218 ITLN1801 Italian Exchange, 107
INFS6004 Information Systems Change Management, ITLN1802 Italian Exchange, 107
196, 202, 218
389
Index by alpha code
ITLN2611 Intermediate Italian 3, 106 JPNS2811 Japanese Exchange 3, 108

ITLN2612 Intermediate Italian 4, 106 JPNS2812 Japanese Exchange 4, 108
ITLN2631 Senior Italian 3, 106 JPNS2813 Japanese Exchange 5, 108
ITLN2632 Senior Italian 4, 106 JPNS2814 Japanese Exchange 6, 108
ITLN2811 Italian Exchange, 107 JPNS2815 Japanese Exchange 7, 108
ITLN2812 Italian Exchange, 107 JPNS3621 Japanese 7, 107
ITLN2816 Italian Exchange, 107 JPNS3673 Japanese Society, 108
ITLN2817 Italian Exchange, 107 JPNS3675 Japanese Cinema, 108
ITLN3611 Senior Italian 5, 106 JPNS3676 Monsters & Ghosts: Japanese Fantasy & SF,
108
ITLN3612 Senior Italian 6, 106
JPNS3841 Japan In-Country Study 1, 108
ITLN3631 Senior Italian 7, 106
JPNS3842 Japan In-Country Study 2, 108
ITLN3679 Filming Fiction: The Italian Experience, 106
JPNS4011 Japanese Honours A, 108
ITLN3681 Representations of Southern Italy, 106
JPNS4012 Japanese Honours B, 108
ITLN3682 Fiction of Youth, 106
JPNS4013 Japanese Honours C, 108
ITLN3685 Linguistic Issues in Migration, 106
JPNS4014 Japanese Honours D, 108
ITLN3687 Focus on Writing in Italian, 107
ITLN3688 Advanced Italian: Translation, 107 K
ITLN3691 Italian Literature: 1200-1860, 107 KOCR2600 Indigenous Australia: An Introduction, 104
ITLN3694 Dante and the Middle Ages, 107 KOCR2602 Issues in Indigenous Rights, 104
ITLN3695 Love in Italian Culture, 107 KOCR2603 Indigenous Health and Communities, 104
ITLN4011 Italian Honours A, 107 KOCR2604 Colours of Identity: Indigenous Bodies, 104
ITLN4012 Italian Honours B, 107 KOCR2605 Speaking Gamilaraay 1, 104
ITLN4013 Italian Honours C, 107 KOCR2607 Indigenous Creative Expression, 104
ITLN4014 Italian Honours D, 107 KOCR2609 Indigenous Political Movements, 104
J KOCR2610 Indigenous Community Development, 104
KOCR2611 Issues in Indigenous History, 104
JCTC1001 Palestine: Roman Rule to Islam, 108
KOCR3602 Race, Racism and Indigenous Australia, 105
JCTC1002 Jewish Settlement Outside Palestine, 108
KOCR3607 Reawakening Australian Languages, 105
JCTC1801 Jewish Civilization Exchange, 108
KRNS1621 Korean 1, 109
JCTC2603 Jews Under the Crescent and the Cross, 108
JCTC2604 From Expulsion to Regeneration, 108
KRNS1801 Korean Exchange, 109
JCTC2605 From Emancipation to the Holocaust, 108
JCTC2606 The Holocaust: History and Aftermath, 108
JCTC2607 Israel in the Modern Middle East, 108
KRNS2671 Translation and Interpretation, 109
JCTC2811 Jewish Civilisation Exchange, 108
KRNS2672 Issues in Korean Language, 109
JCTC2812 Jewish Civilisation Exchange, 108
KRNS2675 Contemporary Korean Society and Culture,
JCTC2813 Jewish Civilisation Exchange, 108 109
JCTC2814 Jewish Civilisation Exchange, 108 KRNS2681 Korean In-Country Study A, 109
JCTC2815 Jewish Civilization Exchange, 108 KRNS2682 Korean In-Country Study B, 109
JCTC2816 Jewish Civilisation Exchange, 109 KRNS2811 Korean Studies Exchange, 109
JCTC4011 Judaic Studies Honours A, 109 KRNS2812 Korean Studies Exchange, 109
JCTC4012 Judaic Studies Honours B, 109 KRNS2813 Korean Studies Exchange, 109
JCTC4013 Judaic Studies Honours C, 109 KRNS2814 Korean Studies Exchange, 109
JCTC4014 Judaic Studies Honours D, 109 KRNS2815 Korean Studies Exchange, 109
JPNS1611 Japanese 1, 107 KRNS3621 Korean 5, 109
JPNS1612 Japanese 2, 107 KRNS3622 Korean 6, 109
JPNS1801 Japanese Exchange, 108 KRNS4011 Korean Honours A, 109
JPNS1802 Japanese Exchange, 108 KRNS4012 Korean Honours B, 109
JPNS2611 Japanese 3, 107 KRNS4013 Korean Honours C, 109
JPNS2612 Japanese 4, 107 KRNS4014 Korean Honours D, 109
JPNS2621 Japanese 5, 107
JPNS2622 Japanese 6, 107
L
JPNS2660 Introduction to Japan, 107 LATN1600 Introductory Latin 1, 109
JPNS2670 Modern Japanese Literary Masterpieces, 107 LATN1601 Introductory Latin 2, 109
JPNS2671 Japanese Sociolinguistics, 107 LATN1801 Latin Exchange, 110
JPNS2672 Japanese Media Culture and New Japan, LATN1802 Latin Exchange, 110
107 LATN2600 Intermediate Latin 1, 109
390
Index by alpha code
LATN2601 Intermediate Latin 2, 109 LAWS6207 The Legal System of the European Union,
269, 272, 278
LATN2620 Reading Latin 1, 109
LAWS6209 Australian International Taxation, 269, 272,
LATN2621 Reading Latin 2, 109 278
LATN2804 Latin Exchange, 110 LAWS6218 International Humanitarian Law, 288, 294
LATN2805 Latin Exchange, 110 LAWS6222 Comparative Corporate Governance, 269,
LATN2806 Latin Exchange, 110 272, 278
LATN2810 Latin Exchange, 110 LAWS6243 International Law I, 272, 273, 278
LATN2811 Latin Exchange, 110 LAWS6243 Public International Law, 278
LATN3600 Advanced Latin, 109 LAWS6249 World Trade Organization Law II, 276
LATN3602 Latin Epic 2, 110 LAWS6252 Legal Reasoning & the Common Law
System, 271, 278
LATN3603 Latin Imperial Poetry, 110
LAWS6261 Int Protection of Intellectual Property, 272,
LATN3605 Latin Republican Prose, 110 278
LATN4011 Latin Honours A, 110 LAWS6814 Comparative Value Added Tax, 269, 272,
LATN4012 Latin Honours B, 110 279
LATN4013 Latin Honours C, 110 LAWS6820 Trade, Investment and the Environment, 269,
272, 279
LATN4014 Latin Honours D, 110
LAWS6824 Transnational Commercial Litigation, 272,
LAWS1006 Foundations of Law, 8, 20, 21, 60, 61, 167, 279
190
LAWS6844 US Corporate Law, 269, 272, 279
LAWS1012 Torts, 20, 60, 167, 190
LAWS6849 Commercial Maritime Law, 269, 272, 279
LAWS1013 Legal Research I, 20, 60, 167, 191
LAWS6852 Doing Business in China, 269, 272, 280
LAWS1014 Civil and Criminal Procedure, 20, 60, 167,
191 LAWS6856 Anti-Terrorism Law, 288
LAWS1015 Contracts, 8, 20, 60, 167, 191 LAWS6879 Japanese Law, 269, 272, 280
LAWS1016 Criminal Law, 20, 60, 167, 191 LAWS6891 GST - International Issues, 272
LAWS1017 Torts and Contracts II, 20, 60, 167, 191 LAWS6892 Taxation of Mergers and Acquisitions, 280
LAWS1018 International Law, 20, 60, 167, 191 LAWS6901 Japanese Law and the Economy, 269, 272,
280
LAWS1019 Legal Research II, 20, 60, 168, 192
LAWS6905 Aspects of European Union Commercial Law,
LAWS1021 Public Law, 20, 60, 168, 192 269, 272, 280
LAWS2003 Corporate Law, 8 LAWS6906 Comparative Tax of Financial Transaction,
LAWS2010 Administrative Law, 20, 60 273, 280
LAWS2013 The Legal Profession, 20, 60 LAWS6911 International Derivatives Law & Practice,
273, 281
LAWS2014 Corporations Law, 20, 60
LAWS6916 International Investment Law, 269, 273, 281
LAWS2015 Equity, 20, 60
LAWS6928 Law, Justice and Development, 269, 273,
LAWS2016 Evidence, 20, 60 281
LAWS2017 Real Property, 20, 60 LAWS6932 Law and Investment in Asia, 270, 273, 281
LAWS3013 Business Taxation, 8 LAWS6933 Global Oil and Gas Contracts and Issues,
LAWS3047 Personal Taxation, 8 270, 273, 281
LAWS3409 Advanced Taxation Law, 8 LAWS6933 International Petroleum Transactions, 273,
281
LAWS3412 Australian Income Tax, 8
LAWS6936 Carbon Trading, Derivatives and Taxation,
LAWS6001 Chinese Laws and Chinese Legal Systems, 270, 273, 281
272, 276
LAWS6944 Manipulation & Abuse: Global Secur Mkts,
LAWS6037 International Import/Export Laws, 272, 276 273, 281
LAWS6059 International Business Law, 269, 270, 271, LAWS6945 Doing Business in Emerging Markets, 270,
276 273, 282
LAWS6060 International Commercial Arbitration, 269, LAWS6946 Tax Treaties Special Issues, 270, 273, 282
272, 276
LAWS6948 Private International Law, 270, 273, 282
LAWS6062 International Law-the Use of Armed Force,
290, 294 LAWS6955 Key Legal Concepts in Finance Law, 270,
273, 282
LAWS6063 World Trade Organization Law I, 269, 272,
276 LAWS6965 Tax Avoidance and Anti-Avoidance, 270,
273, 282
LAWS6091 Chinese International Taxation, 269, 272,
277 LAWS6972 International Securities Regulation, 270, 273,
283
LAWS6109 UK International Taxation, 269, 272, 277
LAWS6975 Islamic Trade and Finance Law, 270, 273,
LAWS6123 Transfer Pricing in International Tax, 269, 283
272, 277
LAWS6977 Law of International Institutions, 270, 273,
LAWS6128 Comparative International Taxation, 269, 283
272, 277
LAWS6982 Law of Economic Integration in the EU, 270,
LAWS6153 Comparative Corporate Taxation, 269, 272, 273, 283
277
LAWS6987 Introduction to Commercial Law, 270, 273,
LAWS6170 Comparative Income Taxation, 269, 272, 283
277
LNGS1001 Structure of Language, 110
LAWS6177 Tax Treaties, 269, 272, 278
LNGS1002 Language and Social Context, 110
391
Index by alpha code
LNGS1801 Linguistics Exchange, 111 MATH2961 Linear Mathematics & Vector Calculus Adv,
148
LNGS2602 Syntax, 110
MATH2962 Real and Complex Analysis (Advanced), 148
LNGS2603 Functional Grammar, 110
MATH2963 Math Computing & Nonlinear Systems (Adv),
LNGS2604 Discourse Analysis, 110 148
LNGS2611 Australia's Indigenous Languages, 110 MATH2965 Partial Differential Equations Intro Adv, 148
LNGS2612 Language Variation and Change, 110 MATH2968 Algebra (Advanced), 148
LNGS2617 Cross-Cultural Communication, 110 MATH2969 Discrete Mathematics & Graph Theory Adv,
LNGS2620 Phonetics, 110 148
LNGS2621 Phonology, 110 MATH2970 Optimisation & Financial Mathematics Adv,
137, 148
LNGS2805 Linguistics Exchange, 111
MATH2988 Number Theory and Cryptography
LNGS2806 Linguistics Exchange, 111 Advanced), 148
LNGS2809 Linguistics Exchange, 111 MATH3061 Geometry and Topology, 149
LNGS2810 Linguistics Exchange, 111 MATH3062 Algebra and Number Theory, 149
LNGS2811 Linguistics Exchange, 111 MATH3063 Differential Equations and Biomaths, 134,
LNGS2812 Linguistics Exchange, 111 149
LNGS3601 Semantics and Pragmatics, 110 MATH3065 Logic and Foundations, 149
LNGS3603 Morphology, 111 MATH3067 Information and Coding Theory, 137, 149
LNGS3605 Structure and Use of a Language, 111 MATH3068 Analysis, 149
LNGS3607 Genre and Register, 111 MATH3075 Financial Mathematics, 47, 137, 149
LNGS3608 Corpus Linguistics and Linguistic Theory, MATH3076 Mathematical Computing, 133, 137, 149
111 MATH3078 PDEs and Waves, 134, 138, 149
LNGS3692 Media Discourse, 111 MATH3961 Metric Spaces (Advanced), 149
LNGS4011 Linguistics Honours A, 111 MATH3962 Rings, Fields and Galois Theory (Adv), 149
LNGS4012 Linguistics Honours B, 111 MATH3963 Differential Equations & Biomaths (Adv), 134,
LNGS4013 Linguistics Honours C, 111 149
LNGS4014 Linguistics Honours D, 111 MATH3964 Complex Analysis with Applications (Adv),
149
LWSC2002 Introductory Hydrology, 162
MATH3966 Modules and Group Representations (Adv),
M 149
MATH1001 Differential Calculus, 28, 47, 136, 147 MATH3968 Differential Geometry (Advanced), 149
MATH1002 Linear Algebra, 28, 47, 136, 147 MATH3969 Measure Theory & Fourier Analysis (Adv),
137, 149
MATH1003 Integral Calculus and Modelling, 28, 47, 136,
147 MATH3974 Fluid Dynamics (Advanced), 137, 149
MATH1004 Discrete Mathematics, 28, 147 MATH3975 Financial Mathematics (Advanced), 47, 137,
149
MATH1005 Statistics, 28, 47, 137, 148
MATH3976 Mathematical Computing (Advanced), 133,
MATH1011 Applications of Calculus, 28, 147 138, 149
MATH1013 Mathematical Modelling, 28, 147 MATH3977 Lagrangian & Hamiltonian Dynamics (Adv),
MATH1014 Introduction to Linear Algebra, 28, 147 149
MATH1015 Biostatistics, 28, 147 MATH3978 PDEs and Waves (Advanced), 134, 138, 149
MATH1111 Introduction to Calculus, 28, 148 MBLG1001 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Intro), 23,
63, 125, 127, 151
MATH1901 Differential Calculus (Advanced), 28, 47, 136,
148 MBLG1901 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Adv), 23,
63, 125, 127, 151
MATH1902 Linear Algebra (Advanced), 28, 47, 136, 148
MBLG2071 Molecular Biology and Genetics A, 151, 152
MATH1903 Integral Calculus and Modelling Advanced,
28, 47, 137, 148 MBLG2072 Molecular Biology and Genetics B, 151, 152
MATH1905 Statistics (Advanced), 28, 47, 137, 148 MBLG2971 Molecular Biology and Genetics A (Adv),
151, 152
MATH1906 Mathematics (Special Studies Program) A,
28, 148 MBLG2972 Molecular Biology and Genetics B (Adv),
151, 153
MATH1907 Mathematics (Special Studies Program) B,
28, 148 MDST2611 Medieval Heroes and Heroines, 112
MATH2061 Linear Mathematics and Vector Calculus, MDST2612 Byzantium between East and West, 112
148 MDST2614 The Legend of King Arthur, 112
MATH2063 Math Computing and Nonlinear Systems, MDST4011 Medieval Studies Honours A, 112
148
MDST4012 Medieval Studies Honours B, 112
MATH2065 Partial Differential Equations (Intro), 148
MDST4013 Medieval Studies Honours C, 112
MATH2068 Number Theory and Cryptography, 148
MDST4014 Medieval Studies Honours D, 112
MATH2069 Discrete Mathematics and Graph Theory,
148 MECH3361 Mechanics of Solids 2, 152
MATH2070 Optimisation and Financial Mathematics, 47, MECH3362 Materials 2, 152
137, 148 MECO1001 Australian Media Studies, 111
MATH2916 Working Seminar A (SSP), 148 MECO1003 Principles of Media Writing, 111
MATH2917 Working Seminar B (SSP), 149 MECO2601 Radio Broadcasting, 111
392
Index by alpha code
MECO2603 Media Relations, 111 MICR3942 Molecular Micro Research Skills (Adv), 150
MECO2805 Media and Communications Exchange, 111 MKTG1001 Marketing Principles, , 46, 57, 79, 186
MECO2806 Media and Communications Exchange, 111 MKTG2010 Marketing Channels and Logistics, , 46, 57
MECO2807 Media and Communications Exchange, 111 MKTG2112 Consumer Behaviour, , 46, 57, 79, 186
MECO2808 Media and Communications Exchange, 111 MKTG2113 Marketing Research, , 46, 57, 79, 186
MECO3601 Video Production, 111 MKTG3112 Marketing Communications, , 46, 57, 79, 186
MECO3602 Online Media, 111 MKTG3114 New Products Marketing, , 46, 57, 79, 186
MECO3603 Media, Law and Ethics, 111 MKTG3116 International Marketing, 11, , 45, 46, 56, 57,
77, 79, 187
MECO3605 Media Globalisation, 112
MKTG3117 Services Marketing, , 46, 57, 79, 187
MECO3606 Advanced Media Writing, 112
MKTG3118 Marketing Strategy and Planning, , 46, 57,
MECO3609 Critical Practice in Media, 112 79, 187
MECO3671 Media and Communications Internship, 112 MKTG3119 Public Relations Management, , 46, 57, 79,
MECO3672 Internship Project, 112 187
MECO4011 Media and Communications Honours A, 112 MKTG3120 Building and Managing Brands, , 46, 57, 79,
187
MECO4012 Media and Communications Honours B, 112
MKTG3121 Advertising: Creative Principles, , 46, 57, 79,
MECO4013 Media and Communications Honours C, 112 187
MECO4014 Media and Communications Honours D, 112 MKTG4101 Marketing Honours A, 79, 187
MECO4605 Honours Thesis A, 112 MKTG4102 Marketing Honours B, 79, 187
MECO4606 Honours Thesis B, 112 MKTG4103 Marketing Honours C, 79, 188
MECO4607 Honours Thesis C, 112 MKTG4104 Marketing Honours D, 79, 188
MECO4608 Honours Thesis D, 112 MKTG5001 Marketing Principles, 193, 197, 198, 204,
MGRK1601 Junior Modern Greek 1, 112 219, 255, 257, 265, 349, 353, 357
MGRK1602 Junior Modern Greek 2, 112 MKTG6001 Marketing Research Concepts, 197, 204,
220
MGRK1621 Junior Modern Greek 3, 112
MKTG6003 Marketing Strategy, 197, 204, 220
MGRK1622 Junior Modern Greek 4, 112
MKTG6004 New Product Development, 197, 204, 205,
MGRK2601 Senior Modern Greek 1, 112 220
MGRK2602 Senior Modern Greek 2, 113 MKTG6005 Marketing Communications, 197, 204, 220
MGRK2603 Style and Expression, 113 MKTG6006 Creative Communications in Marketing, 197,
MGRK2605 Theory and Practice of Translation B, 113 204, 220
MGRK2622 The Other Road to Greek Modernity, 113 MKTG6007 Consumer Behaviour, 197, 204, 220
MGRK2655 Modern Greek Art, 113 MKTG6013 International and Global Marketing, 196, 197,
203, 204, 220, 256, 259, 265, 354, 357
MGRK2675 New Testament Greek and its World A, 113
MKTG6016 Brand Management, 197, 204, 220
MGRK2691 Sociolinguistics in the Greek Diaspora, 113
MKTG6019 Marketing in the Asia-Pacific Region, 256,
MGRK2811 Modern Greek Exchange, 113 259, 354, 357
MGRK2812 Modern Greek Exchange, 113 MKTG6020 Business Marketing, 197, 204, 220
MGRK2813 Modern Greek Exchange, 113 MKTG6103 Services Marketing, 197, 204, 221
MGRK2814 Modern Greek Exchange, 113
MKTG6104 The Psychology of Business Decisions, 197,
MGRK2815 Modern Greek Exchange, 113 204, 221
MGRK3633 Greekness and Hellenism, 113 MKTG6201 Evaluating Marketing Performance, 315, 316,
317, 318
MGRK3692 Theories of Literature, 113
MKTG6202 Marketing Research for Decision Makers,
MGRK4011 Modern Greek Honours A, 113 315, 316, 317, 318
MGRK4012 Modern Greek Honours B, 113 MKTG6203 Innovative Marketing Strategies, 315, 316,
MGRK4013 Modern Greek Honours C, 113 317, 318
MGRK4014 Modern Greek Honours D, 113 MKTG6204 Contemporary Consumer Insights, 315, 316,
317, 318
MICR2021 Microbial Life, 150
MKTG6205 Marketing in the Global Economy, 315, 316,
MICR2022 Microbes in Society, 150 317, 318
MICR2024 Microbes in the Environment, 150, 150 MKTG6206 Regulatory Environment and Ethics, 317,
MICR2921 Microbial Life (Advanced), 150 318
MICR2922 Microbes in Society (Advanced), 150 MKTG6207 Internal Marketing, 315, 316, 317, 318
MICR3011 Microbes in Infection, 131, 142, 150 MKTG6208 Integrated Marketing Communications, 315,
316, 317, 318
MICR3012 Molecular Biology of Pathogens, 131
MKTG6209 Australian Consulting Project Part A, 315,
MICR3022 Microbial Biotechnology, 131 316, 317, 319
MICR3032 Molecular Microbiology Concepts, 150 MKTG6210 Australian Consulting Project Part B, 315,
MICR3042 Molecular Microbiology Research Skills, 150 316, 317, 319
MICR3911 Microbes in Infection (Advanced), 131, 142, MKTG6211 International Consulting Project Part A, 315,
150 316, 317, 319
MICR3912 Molecular Biology of Pathogens (Adv), 131 MKTG6212 International Consulting Project Part B, 315,
316, 317
MICR3922 Microbial Biotechnology (Advanced), 131
MMGT6001 Strategy and Entrepreneurship, 307, 308,
MICR3932 Molecular Microbiology Concepts (Adv), 150 309, 310, 311
393
Index by alpha code
MMGT6002 Managerial Economics, 307, 308, 309, 310, NEUR3903 Cellular & Developmental Neurosci. (Adv),
311 125, 154, 160
MMGT6003 Accounting and Financial Management, 307, NEUR3904 Integrative Neuroscience (Advanced), 125,
308, 309, 310, 311 154, 160
MMGT6005 International &Cross-Cultural Management, P
309, 310, 312
MMGT6006 Corporate Governance and Regulation, 307, PACS2002 History and Politics of War and Peace, 114
308, 309, 310, 312 PALI1001 Pali A, 114
MMGT6007 Supply Chain and Operations Management, PALI1002 Pali B, 114
309, 310, 312
PCOL2011 Pharmacology Fundamentals, 153, 154
MMGT6008 Global Marketing Management, 309, 310,
312 PCOL2012 Pharmacology: Drugs and People, 153, 154
MMGT6009 MMgt Business Project A, 307, 309, 312 PCOL3011 Toxicology, 154
MMGT6010 MMgt Business Project B, 307, 310, 312 PCOL3012 Drug Design and Development, 154
MMGT6011 Teamwork and Innovation, 309, 310, 313 PCOL3021 Drug Therapy, 154
MUSC1501 Concepts of Music, 113 PCOL3022 Neuropharmacology, 153, 154
MUSC1503 Fundamentals of Music I, 113 PCOL3911 Toxicology (Advanced), 154
MUSC1504 Fundamentals of Music II, 113 PCOL3912 Drug Design and Development (Adv), 154
MUSC1506 Music in Western Culture, 113 PCOL3921 Drug Therapy (Advanced), 154
MUSC1507 Sounds, Screens, Speakers: Music & Media, PCOL3922 Neuropharmacology (Advanced), 153, 155
113 PHIL1011 Reality, Ethics and Beauty, 115
MUSC2612 Arts Music Concert Performance 1, 113 PHIL1012 Introductory Logic, 115
MUSC2613 Arts Music Concert Performance 2, 113 PHIL1013 Society, Knowledge and Self, 115
MUSC2614 Composition Workshop 1, 113 PHIL1016 Mind and Morality HSC, 115
MUSC2615 Advanced Concepts, 113 PHIL1801 Philosophy Exchange, 116
MUSC2631 Music and Everyday Life, 113 PHIL2600 Twentieth Century Philosophy, 115
MUSC2651 Re-presenting Australia in Music, 113 PHIL2610 Exploring Nonclassical Logic, 115
MUSC2653 Introduction to Digital Music Techniques, PHIL2615 Intermediate Logic, 115
114
PHIL2617 Practical Ethics, 115
MUSC2663 Survey of Film Music, 114
PHIL2618 Aesthetics and Art, 115
MUSC2664 Popular Music and the Moving Image, 114
PHIL2622 Reality, Time & Possibility: Metaphysics, 115
MUSC2685 Music of Bach, 114
PHIL2623 Moral Psychology, 115
MUSC2693 Advanced Fundamentals of Music, 113, 114
PHIL2627 Philosophy and Psychiatry, 115
MUSC2699 The Language of Music, 114
PHIL2629 Descartes and Continental Philosophy, 115
MUSC2810 Music Exchange, 114
PHIL2632 Modernity in Crisis, 115
PHIL2634 Democratic Theory, 115
PHIL2635 Contemporary Political Philosophy, 115
MUSC3604 Arts Music Concert Performance 3, 114
PHIL2642 Critical Thinking, 115
MUSC3605 Arts Music Concert Performance 4, 114
PHIL2643 Philosophy of Mind, 116
MUSC3609 Musicology, 114
PHIL2644 Critical Theory: From Marx to Foucault, 116
MUSC3611 Composition Workshop 2, 114
PHIL2645 Philosophy of Law, 116
MUSC3622 Musical Alchemy, 114
PHIL2646 Philosophy and Literature, 116
MUSC3639 Music Journalism, 114
PHIL2647 The Philosophy of Happiness, 116
MUSC3640 Rhythms and Sounds of Latin America, 114
PHIL2649 The Classical Mind, 116
MUSC3699 Understanding Music: Modes of Hearing,
114 PHIL2651 Bodies and Passions, 116
MUSC4011 Music Honours A, 114 PHIL2804 Philosophy Exchange, 116
MUSC4012 Music Honours B, 114 PHIL2805 Philosophy Exchange, 116
MUSC4013 Music Honours C, 114 PHIL2806 Philosophy Exchange, 116
MUSC4014 Music Honours D, 114 PHIL2810 Philosophy Exchange, 116
PHIL2811 Philosophy Exchange, 116
N
PHIL2812 Philosophy Exchange, 116
NEUR3001 Neuroscience: Special Senses, 124, 153, PHIL3615 Pragmatism, 116
159
PHIL3638 Hegel, 116
NEUR3002 Neuroscience: Motor Systems & Behaviour,
124, 153, 159 PHIL4011 Philosophy Honours A, 116
NEUR3003 Cellular and Developmental Neuroscience, PHIL4012 Philosophy Honours B, 116
125, 153, 160 PHIL4013 Philosophy Honours C, 116
NEUR3004 Integrative Neuroscience, 125, 154, 160 PHIL4014 Philosophy Honours D, 116
NEUR3901 Neuroscience: Special Senses (Advanced), PHIL7841 Reasoning, Argument and Explanation, 288
124, 153, 159
PHSI2005 Integrated Physiology A, 153, 158
NEUR3902 Neuroscience: Motor Systems & Behav. Adv,
124, 153, 159 PHSI2006 Integrated Physiology B, 159
PHSI2905 Integrated Physiology A (Advanced), 153, 159
394
Index by alpha code
PHSI2906 Integrated Physiology B (Advanced), 159 PHYS3949 Thermodynamics/High Energy

Phys/Lab(Adv), 156
PHSI3005 Human Cellular Physiology: Theory, 131, 142,
159 PHYS3951 Thermodynamics/Biophysics & Lab (Adv),
156
PHSI3006 Human Cellular Physiology: Research, 131,
142, 159 PHYS3959 Plasma
Phys./Thermodynamics/Biophys(Adv), 157
PHSI3007 Heart and Circulation: Normal Function, 159
PHYS3960 Quantum Mechanics and Physics Lab (Adv),
PHSI3008 Heart and Circulation: Dysfunction, 160 152, 157
PHSI3905 Human Cellular Physiology (Adv): Theory, PHYS3961 Quantum Mechanics & Special Project(Adv),
131, 142, 159 157
PHSI3906 Human Cellular Physiology (Ad): Research, PHYS3963 Cond Matter Phys/Nanoscience/Optics(Adv),
131, 142, 159 152, 157
PHSI3907 Heart & Circulation: Normal Function Adv, PHYS3964 Cond. Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophys.(Adv),
159 152, 158
PHSI3908 Heart & Circulation: Dysfunction Adv, 160 PHYS3965 Condensed Matter/Optics/Astrophys. (Adv),
PHYS1001 Physics 1 (Regular), 23, 63, 155 158
PHYS1002 Physics 1 (Fundamentals), 23, 63, 155 PHYS3966 Optics/Astrophysics/Physics Lab (Adv), 158
PHYS1003 Physics 1 (Technological), 23, 63, 155 PHYS3967 Cond.Matter Phys./Nanoscience/Lab (Adv),
152, 158
PHYS1004 Physics 1 (Environmental & Life Science),
155 PHYS3968 Condensed Matter Physics/Optics/Lab(Adv),
157
PHYS1500 Astronomy, 155
PLNT2001 Plant Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,
PHYS1901 Physics 1A (Advanced), 23, 63, 155 127, 160
PHYS1902 Physics 1B (Advanced), 23, 63, 155 PLNT2002 Aust Flora: Ecology and Conservation, 128,
PHYS2011 Physics 2A, 155 160
PHYS2012 Physics 2B, 155 PLNT2003 Plant Form and Function, 128, 160
PHYS2013 Astrophysics and Relativity, 155 PLNT2901 Plant Biochem & Molecular Biology (Adv),
128, 160
PHYS2911 Physics 2A (Advanced), 155
PLNT2902 Aust Flora: Ecology & Conservation (Adv),
PHYS2912 Physics 2B (Advanced), 155 128, 160
PHYS2913 Astrophysics and Relativity (Advanced), 155 PLNT2903 Plant Form and Function (Advanced), 128,
PHYS3015 Topics in Senior Physics A, 155 160
PHYS3025 Topics in Senior Physics B, 155 PLNT3001 Plant, Cell and Environment, 160
PHYS3040 Electromagnetism and Physics Lab, 155 PLNT3002 Plant Growth and Development, 161
PHYS3046 Thermodynamics/Biophys/High Energy Phys., PLNT3003 Systematics and Evolution of Plants, 129,
156 161
PHYS3047 Thermodynamics/Plasma/High Energy Phys., PLNT3901 Plant, Cell and Environment (Advanced), 161
156 PLNT3902 Plant Growth and Development (Advanced),
PHYS3048 Thermodynamics/Plasma Physics/Lab, 156 161
PHYS3049 Thermodynamics/High Energy Physics/Lab, PLNT3903 Systematics and Evolution of Plants Adv, 129,
156 161
PHYS3051 Thermodynamics/Biophysics & Lab, 156 PPAT3003 Plant Disease, 161
PHYS3059 Plasma Physics/Thermodynamics/Biophysics, PPAT4004 Advanced Mycology and Plant Pathology,
157 161
PHYS3060 Quantum Mechanics & Physics Lab, 152, PPAT4005 Soil Biology, 161, 162
157 PRFM1801 Performance Studies Exchange, 115
PHYS3063 Cond. Matter Physics/Nanoscience/Optics, PRFM2601 Being There: Theories of Performance, 114
151, 157
PRFM2602 Performance: Production & Interpretation,
PHYS3064 Cond. Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophysics, 114
152, 158
PRFM2603 Between Impro & Text: Making Performance,
PHYS3065 Condensed Matter/Optics/Astrophysics, 158 114
PHYS3066 Optics/Astrophysics/Physics Lab, 158 PRFM2805 Performance Studies Exchange, 115
PHYS3067 Cond.Matter Physics/Nanoscience/Lab, 152, PRFM2806 Performance Studies Exchange, 115
158
PRFM2810 Performance Studies Exchange, 115
PHYS3068 Condensed Matter Physics/Optics/Lab, 157
PHYS3915 Topics in Senior Physics A (Advanced), 155
PHYS3925 Topics in Senior Physics B (Advanced), 155
PRFM3603 Playing Politics, 114
PHYS3940 Electromagnetism and Physics Lab (Adv),
156 PRFM3604 Embodied Histories, 115
PHYS3941 Electromagnetism & Special Project (Adv), PRFM3605 Cross-Cultural and Hybrid Performance, 115
156 PRFM3606 Approaches to Acting, 115
PHYS3946 Thermodynamics/Biophys/High Energy (Adv), PRFM3620 Performance Production Internship, 115
156
PRFM3961 Rehearsal Studies, 115
PHYS3947 Thermodynamics/Plasma/High Energy (Adv),
156 PRFM3962 Rehearsal to Performance, 115
PHYS3948 Thermodynamics/Plasma Physics/Lab (Adv), PRFM4011 Performance Studies Honours A, 115
156 PRFM4012 Performance Studies Honours B, 115
PRFM4013 Performance Studies Honours C, 115
395
Index by alpha code
PRFM4014 Performance Studies Honours D, 115 SANS2601 Sanskrit Intermediate 1, 118

PSYC1001 Psychology 1001, 161 SANS2602 Sanskrit Intermediate 2, 118
PSYC1002 Psychology 1002, 161 SANS3601 Sanskrit Advanced 1, 118
PSYC2011 Brain and Behaviour, 153, 161 SANS3602 Sanskrit Advanced 2, 118
PSYC2012 Statistics & Research Methods for Psych, SANS3612 Sanskrit Research Preparation 2, 118
161 SANS4001 Sanskrit IV Honours A, 118
PSYC2013 Cognitive and Social Psychology, 153, 161 SANS4002 Sanskrit IV Honours B, 118
PSYC2014 Personality and Intelligence 1, 161 SANS4003 Sanskrit IV Honours C, 118
PSYC3010 Advanced Statistics for Psychology, 162 SANS4004 Sanskrit IV Honours D, 118
PSYC3011 Learning and Behaviour, 154, 161 SCLG1001 Introduction to Sociology 1, 119
PSYC3012 Cognition, Language and Thought, 154, 162 SCLG1002 Introduction to Sociology 2, 119
PSYC3013 Perceptual Systems, 154, 162 SCLG1801 Sociology Exchange, 120
PSYC3014 Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience, SCLG2601 Sociological Theory, 119
154, 162
SCLG2602 Social Inquiry: Qualitative Methods, 119
PSYC3015 Personality and Intelligence 2, 162
SCLG2603 Sociology of Health and Illness, 119
PSYC3016 Developmental Psychology, 162
SCLG2604 Social Inequality in Australia, 119
PSYC3017 Social Psychology, 162
SCLG2605 Social Justice Law and Society, 119
PSYC3018 Abnormal Psychology, 162
SCLG2606 Media in Contemporary Society, 119
PSYC3020 Applications of Psychological Science, 162
SCLG2607 Social Movements and Policy Making, 119
PSYC4721 Theories & Techniques of Coaching Psych,
322, 324 SCLG2608 Social Construction of Difference, 119
PSYC4722 Fundamentals of Coaching Practice, 321, SCLG2609 Contemporary Cultural Issues, 119
322, 324 SCLG2610 Science, Technology and Social Change,
PSYC4723 Socio-cognitive Issues in Coaching Psych, 119
321, 323, 324 SCLG2611 Welfare States: A Comparative Analysis, 119
PSYC4724 Coaching Practice, 321, 322, 324 SCLG2612 Self and Society, 119
PSYC4727 Positive Organisational Coaching, 321, 323, SCLG2613 Sociology of Childhood and Youth, 119
324
SCLG2615 Law and Social Theory, 119
PSYC4729 Groups, Teams and Systems, 321, 323, 324
SCLG2616 Global Transformations, 119
PSYC4730 Applied Positive Psychology, 321, 323, 324
SCLG2618 Violence, Imaginaries and Symbolic Power,
PSYC4731 Psychology of Peak Performance, 323, 325 119
R SCLG2619 Sociology of Sport, 119
RLST1002 The History of God, 117 SCLG2620 Human Rights and Social Transformations,
120
RLST1005 Atheism, Fundamentalism & New Religions,
117 SCLG2621 Power, Politics and Society, 120
RLST1801 Religious Studies Exchange, 117 SCLG2622 Sociology of Knowledge, 120
RLST2605 Christianity and the Medieval World, 117 SCLG2623 Sociology of Terror, 120
RLST2606 Christianity as a Global Religion, 117 SCLG2624 Human Rights and Social Protest, 120
RLST2612 Ancient Gnosticism, 117 SCLG2625 Sociology of Friendship, 120
RLST2613 Philosophy of Religion: East and West, 117 SCLG2626 Sociology of Religion, 120
RLST2620 Religion and Violence, Faith and Blood, 117 SCLG2634 Crime, Punishment and Society, 120
RLST2623 Meditation and Self Transformation, 117 SCLG2805 Sociology Exchange, 120
RLST2626 Witchcraft, Paganism and the New Age, 117 SCLG2806 Sociology Exchange, 120
RLST2804 Religious Studies Exchange, 117 SCLG2809 Sociology Exchange, 120
RLST2810 Religious Studies Exchange, 118 SCLG3601 Contemporary Sociological Theory, 120
RLST3601 Rethinking Religion, 117 SCLG3602 Sociological Theory and Practice, 120
RLST4011 Religious Studies Honours A, 118 SCLG3603 Quantitative Methods for Social Science, 120
RLST4012 Religious Studies Honours B, 118 SCLG3605 Urban Sociology, 120
RLST4013 Religious Studies Honours C, 118 SCLG4011 Sociology Honours A, 120
RLST4014 Religious Studies Honours D, 118 SCLG4012 Sociology Honours B, 120
RSEC1031 Resource Economics 1, 166 SCLG4013 Sociology Honours C, 120
RSEC4131 Benefit-Cost Analysis, 166 SCLG4014 Sociology Honours D, 120
RSEC4132 Environmental Economics, 166 SCPL2601 Australian Social Policy, 118
RSEC4134 Economics of Water & Bio-resources, 166 SCPL2602 The Principles of Social Policy, 118
SLSS1001 Introduction to Socio-Legal Studies, 110, 118
S
SLSS1003 Law and Contemporary Society, 110, 118
SANS1001 Sanskrit Introductory 1, 118
SLSS2601 Socio-Legal Research, 118
SANS1002 Sanskrit Introductory 2, 118
SLSS2603 Medico-Legal and Forensic Criminology, 118
396
Index by alpha code
SLSS2604 Indigenous Social and Legal Justice, 118 STAT2911 Probability and Statistical Models (Adv), 47,
137, 162
SLSS2605 Crime, Media and Culture, 118
STAT2912 Statistical Tests (Advanced), 47, 137, 163
SLSS2801 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 118
STAT3011 Stochastic Processes and Time Series, 47,
SLSS2802 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 119 134, 137, 163
SLSS2803 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 119 STAT3012 Applied Linear Models, 47, 126, 134, 137,
SLSS2804 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 119 163
SLSS2805 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 119 STAT3013 Statistical Inference, 137, 163
SLSS2806 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 119 STAT3014 Applied Statistics, 126, 137, 163
SLSS2807 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 119 STAT3911 Stochastic Processes and Time Series Adv,
47, 134, 137, 163
SLSS2808 Socio-Legal Studies Exchange, 119
STAT3912 Applied Linear Models (Advanced), 126, 134,
SLSS4011 Socio-Legal Studies Honours A, 119 137, 163
SLSS4012 Socio-Legal Studies Honours B, 119 STAT3913 Statistical Inference Advanced, 137, 163
SLSS4013 Socio-Legal Studies Honours C, 119 STAT3914 Applied Statistics Advanced, 126, 137, 163
SLSS4014 Socio-Legal Studies Honours D, 119
SMTP3007 SMTP Elective I, 168, 192
T
SOIL2003 Soil Properties and Processes, 162 TPTM5001 Logistics and Supply Chain Management,
193, 196, 199, 203, 221, 255, 258, 266, 297, 298, 299,
SOIL2004 The Soil Resource, 162 300, 341, 343, 344, 349, 350, 353, 358, 361, 362, 363
SOIL3009 Contemporary Field and Lab Soil Science, TPTM6115 Organisational Logistics, 197, 203, 221, 297,
162 298, 299, 300, 341, 343, 344, 349, 358, 361, 362, 363
SOIL3010 The Soil at Work, 162 TPTM6130 Transport and Logistics Management, 197,
SPAN1611 Spanish Level 1, 120 203, 221, 256, 259, 266, 269, 271, 283, 298, 299, 300,
341, 343, 344, 349, 354, 357, 358, 361, 362, 364
SPAN1612 Spanish Level 2, 120
TPTM6160 Aviation Management and Logistics, 197,
SPAN1801 Spanish Exchange, 121 203, 221, 298, 299, 300, 341, 343, 344, 349, 358, 361,
SPAN1802 Spanish Exchange, 121 362, 364
SPAN2611 Spanish Level 3, 120 TPTM6170 Value Chain Management, 197, 203, 221,
297, 298, 299, 301, 349, 350, 358, 361, 362, 364
SPAN2612 Spanish Level 4, 120
TPTM6180 Geographical Information Systems, 197, 203,
SPAN2613 Spanish Level 5, 120 222, 298, 299, 301, 341, 343, 344, 349, 358, 361, 362,
SPAN2614 Spanish Level 6, 120 364
SPAN2621 Spanish Culture 1, 120 TPTM6190 Logistics Systems, 197, 203, 222, 298, 299,
301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 364
SPAN2622 Latin American Culture 1, 120
TPTM6200 Maritime Logistics, 197, 203, 222, 298, 299,
SPAN2631 Cultural and Social Change in Spain, 121 301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 364
SPAN2641 Filmmaking in the Latin American Context, TPTM6210 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM,
121 197, 203, 222, 298, 299, 301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358,
SPAN3611 Spanish Level 7, 121 361, 362, 364
SPAN3612 Spanish Level 8, 121 TPTM6222 Railway Planning and Operations, 298, 299,
301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 365
SPAN3621 Latin American Film and Literature, 121
TPTM6224 Intelligent Transport & Logistic Systems, 203,
SPAN3622 Introduction to Spanish Translation, 121 222, 299, 301, 343, 345, 362, 365
SPAN3623 Argentina for Export, 121 TPTM6240 Public Transport Policy and Planning, 298,
SPAN3671 The Stories of Spain: Texts and Contexts, 299, 302, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 365
121 TPTM6241 Transport Modes and Systems, 298, 299,
SPAN3811 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121 302, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 365
SPAN3812 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121 TPTM6260 International Logistics, 197, 203, 205, 222,
256, 259, 266, 269, 271, 284, 298, 299, 302, 350, 354,
SPAN3813 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121 357, 358, 361, 362, 365
SPAN3814 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121 TPTM6270 Innovations in Logistics & Supply Chains,
SPAN3815 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121 203, 223, 299, 302, 363, 365
SPAN3816 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121 TPTM6300 Research Project I, 298, 299, 302, 341, 343,
346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
SPAN3817 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121
TPTM6310 Project Management in Supply Chains, 197,
SPAN3818 Spanish Studies Exchange, 121 203, 223, 298, 299, 302, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
SPAN4011 Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons A, TPTM6330 Research Project, 302, 346, 366
121
TPTM6330 Research Project II, 302, 346, 366
SPAN4012 Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons B,
121 TPTM6350 Strategic Transport Modelling, 298, 299, 303,
341, 343, 346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
SPAN4013 Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons C,
121 TPTM6360 Traffic Systems Management and Control,
298, 299, 303, 341, 343, 346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
SPAN4014 Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons D,
121 TPTM6370 Manufacturing Logistics, 197, 203, 223, 298,
299, 303, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
SSCI3601 Social Sciences Internship, 118
TPTM6380 Retail Logistics Management, 197, 203, 223,
SSCI3602 Internship Research Paper, 118 298, 299, 303, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
STAT2011 Statistical Models, 47, 137, 162 TPTM6390 Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects, 197,
STAT2012 Statistical Tests, 47, 137, 162 203, 223, 256, 259, 266, 288, 290, 294, 298, 299, 303,
341, 343, 346, 350, 354, 357, 358, 361, 363, 366
397
Index by alpha code
TPTM6425 Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data, WORK4103 Industrial Relations & HRM Honours C, 77,
298, 299, 303, 341, 343, 346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 367 190
TPTM6440 International Freight Transportation, 197, WORK4104 Industrial Relations & HRM Honours D, 77,
203, 223, 256, 259, 266, 269, 271, 284, 298, 299, 303, 190
341, 343, 346, 350, 354, 357, 358, 361, 363, 367 WORK5002 People, Work and Employment, 243, 244,
TPTM6450 Transport Policy, 298, 299, 304, 341, 343, 245, 246, 321, 323, 325
346, 350, 358, 361, 362, 367 WORK5003 Management and Organisations, 193, 197,
TPTM6470 Sustainable Transport & Logistic Systems, 199, 204, 206, 224, 255, 258, 266, 321, 323, 325, 349,
203, 223, 300, 304, 343, 347, 363, 367 353, 357
TPTM6495 Analysis Tools for Transport & Logistics, 203, WORK6001 Organisational Analysis, 197, 204, 224, 244,
224, 299, 304, 343, 347, 362, 367 245, 246, 321, 323, 325
U WORK6001 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour, 197,
204, 224, 244, 245, 246, 321, 323, 325
USSC1010 America: Rebels, Heroes & Renegades, 83 WORK6002 Foundations of Strategic Management, 198,
USSC2601 US in the World, 83 206, 224, 244, 245, 246, 321, 323, 325
USSC2602 Introduction to US Politics, 83 WORK6008 Research Tools at Work, 243, 321
USSC2603 Americanism and Anti-Americanism, 83 WORK6012 Industrial Relations Policy, 243, 245, 246,
321, 323, 325
USSC6903 US Foreign and National Security Policy,
256, 259, 266, 288, 290, 294, 354, 357 WORK6017 Human Resource Strategies, 197, 204, 224,
243, 245, 246, 321, 323, 325
USSC6904 US Financial Institutions and Culture, 256,
354, 357 WORK6018 International Industrial Relations, 197, 204,
224, 243, 245, 246, 256, 259, 267, 269, 271, 284, 321,
USSC6905 US Economic Policy and Regulation, 256, 323, 325, 354, 357
354, 357
WORK6022 Special Topic in WOS, 244, 321
USSC6907 American Exceptionalism, 288, 290, 294
WORK6026 Organisational Change and Development,
V 197, 198, 204, 206, 224, 244, 245, 246, 321, 323, 326
VIRO3001 Virology, 143, 150 WORK6030 Performance and Rewards, 243, 245, 246,
321, 323, 326
VIRO3002 Medical and Applied Virology, 143, 150, 151
WORK6031 Recruitment and Selection, 243, 321
VIRO3901 Virology (Advanced), 143, 150
WORK6033 Organisational Sustainability, 197, 204, 224,
VIRO3902 Medical and Applied Virology (Advanced), 243, 244, 245, 247, 321, 323, 326
143, 151
WORK6034 Talent Management, 243, 245, 247, 321,
W 323, 326
WORK1003 Foundations of Work and Employment, 11, WORK6108 International Dimensions of HRM, 204, 225,
45, 56, 76, 188 245, 247, 256, 259, 267, 269, 271, 284, 323, 326, 354,
357
WORK2201 Foundations of Management, , 46, 56, 78,
188 WORK6111 Management Consulting, 198, 244, 321
WORK2203 Industrial Relations Policy, 11, 45, 56, 76, WORK6115 Managing Diversity at Work, 197, 204, 225,
188 243, 245, 247, 321, 323, 326
WORK2205 Human Resource Processes, 11, 45, 56, WORK6116 Employment and the Law, 243, 245, 247,
76, 78, 188 321, 323, 326
WORK2209 Organisational Analysis and Behaviour, 11, WORK6117 Managing HR and Knowledge Systems,
, 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, 78, 188 197, 244, 321
WORK2210 Strategic Management, 11, , 45, 46, 56, 76, WORK6118 Managing Communication in Organisations,
78, 188 197, 204, 205, 225, 244, 245, 247, 321, 323, 326
WORK2211 Human Resource Strategies, 11, , 45, 46, WORK6119 The Innovative Firm, 198, 206, 225, 244,
56, 57, 76, 78, 188 245, 247, 256, 259, 267, 269, 271, 284, 321, 323, 327,
354, 357
WORK2215 IR and HRM Practice, 11, 45, 56, 76, 189
WORK6120 Research Essay, 244, 245, 248, 321, 323,
WORK2217 International Human Resource Management, 327
11, , 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, 78, 79, 189
WORK6130 Leadership in Organisations, 197, 204, 225,
WORK2218 People and Organisations, 11, , 45, 46, 56, 244, 245, 248, 321, 323, 327
76, 78, 189
WRIT1001 Academic English, 121
WORK2219 Management and Organisational Ethics, 11,
, 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, 79, 189 WRIT1002 Academic Writing, 121
WORK2221 Organisational Communication, 11, , 45, 46, Y
56, 57, 76, 79, 189
YDDH1101 Yiddish 1, 121
WORK2222 Leadership in Organisations, 11, , 45, 46,
56, 57, 76, 78, 79, 189 YDDH1102 Yiddish 2, 121
WORK2225 Work and Society, 11, , 45, 56, 76, 189 YDDH2603 Yiddish 3, 121
WORK2227 Regulation at Work, 11, , 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, YDDH2604 Yiddish 4, 121
79, 190 YDDH3605 Yiddish 5, 121
WORK3921 Theories of Work and Organisations, 11, YDDH3606 Yiddish 6, 122
45, 56, 76, 190
WORK3922 Researching Work and Organisations, 11,
45, 56, 76, 190
WORK4101 Industrial Relations & HRM Honours A, 77,
190
WORK4102 Industrial Relations & HRM Honours B, 77,
190
398
Index by name
Index by name
A Agricultural Chemistry AGCH2004, 123

Agricultural Development Economics AGEC4102, 165
Abnormal Psychology PSYC3018, 162
Agricultural Economics 1 AGEC1102, 165
Academic and Professional Communication ECOF5010,
193, 194, 195, 198, 210, 255, 257, 261, 349, 353, 357 Agricultural Finance and Risk AGEC4109, 166
Academic English WRIT1001, 121 Agricultural Marketing Analysis AGEC4101, 165
Academic Writing WRIT1002, 121 Algebra (Advanced) MATH2968, 148
Accounting, Business and Society ACCT1005, 7, 8, 15, Algebra and Number Theory MATH3062, 149
19, 23, 28, 240, 37, 43, 52, 54, 68, 69, 169 Algorithms and Complexity (Advanced) COMP2907, 134,
Accounting and Financial Management ACCT1006, 8, 143
9, 43, 52, 54, 69, 169 Algorithms and Complexity COMP2007, 134, 143
Accounting and Financial Management MMGT6003, 307, Alliance: Australia-USA Relations HSTY2687, 104
308, 309, 310, 311
Alliances and Coalition Warfare CISS6015, 287, 290,
Accounting Honours A ACCT4101, 69, 171 292
Accounting Honours B ACCT4102, 69, 171 America: Rebels, Heroes & Renegades USSC1010, 83
Accounting Honours C ACCT4103, 69, 171 American Exceptionalism USSC6907, 288, 290, 294
Accounting Honours D ACCT4104, 69, 171 American Foundations AMST2601, 83
Accounting Honours Preparation A ACCT3098, 9, 43, American History from Lincoln to Clinton HSTY1076, 83,
54, 69, 171 103
Accounting Honours Preparation B ACCT3099, 9, 43, Americanism and Anti-Americanism USSC2603, 83
54, 69, 171
American Politics and Foreign Policy GOVT2445, 100
Accounting Principles ACCT5001, 193, 194, 195, 198,
199, 207, 255, 257, 259, 329, 330, 331, 349, 353, 357 American Studies Exchange AMST2801, 83
Administrative Law LAWS2010, 20, 60 American Studies Exchange AMST2802, 83
Advanced Analysis ECOF7904, 369, 374 American Studies Exchange AMST2803, 83
Advanced Analysis for Research ECOF7904, 369, 374 American Studies Exchange AMST2804, 83
Advanced Asset Pricing FINC6005, 196, 201, 214, 228, American Studies Exchange AMST2805, 83
230, 236 American Studies Exchange AMST2806, 84
Advanced Concepts MUSC2615, 113 Analysis MATH3068, 149
Advanced Financial Reporting ACCT6010, 194, 195, Analysis of Archaeological Materials ARCA2617, 87
199, 208, 329, 330, 332
Analysis of Business Cycles ECOP2601, 116
Advanced Fundamentals of Music MUSC2693, 113, 114
Analysis of Discrete Choice Data ECMT2120, 10, , 44,
Advanced Greek GRKA3600, 101 48, 54, 57, 71, 80, 174
Advanced Italian: Translation ITLN3688, 107 Analysis of Panel Data ECMT6007, 197, 205, 210, 228,
Advanced Latin LATN3600, 109 230, 231, 232
Advanced Macroeconomics ECOS3902, 10, 44, 53, 73, Analysis Tools for Transport & Logistics TPTM6495, 203,
180 224, 299, 304, 343, 347, 362, 367
Advanced Macroeconomics Honours ECOS3902, 73, Analytical Methods & Information Systems ISYS3401,
180 144
Advanced Managerial Accounting ACCT6006, 195, 199, Ancient Civilisations ARCA1001, 86
207 Ancient Gnosticism RLST2612, 117
Advanced Media Writing MECO3606, 112 Ancient Greek Democracies ANHS2603, 84
Advanced Microeconomics ECOS3901, 10, 44, 53, 73, Ancient Greek Religion ANHS2605, 84
180
Ancient History Exchange ANHS1801, 84
Advanced Microeconomics Honours ECOS3901, 73, 180
Ancient History Exchange ANHS2804, 84
Advanced Mycology and Plant Pathology PPAT4004,
161 Ancient History Exchange ANHS2805, 84
Advanced Research Methods ECOF7905, 369, 374 Ancient History Exchange ANHS2806, 84
Advanced Statistics for Psychology PSYC3010, 162 Ancient History Exchange ANHS2810, 84
Advanced Taxation Law LAWS3409, 8 Ancient History Exchange ANHS2811, 84
Advertising: Creative Principles MKTG3121, , 46, 57, 79, Ancient History Honours A ANHS4011, 84
187 Ancient History Honours B ANHS4012, 84
Aesthetics and Aestheticism ENGL3662, 95 Ancient History Honours C ANHS4013, 84
Aesthetics and Art PHIL2618, 115 Ancient History Honours D ANHS4014, 84
A Greek Odyssey: The First Millennium BC ARCA2612, Animal Physiology (Advanced) BIOL3912, 129
86
Animal Physiology BIOL3012, 129
Agricultural and Resource Policy AGEC3102, 46, 165
Anthropology and the Global ANTH1002, 84
Agricultural and Resource Systems AGEC1101, 46, 165
399
Index by name
Anti-Terrorism Law LAWS6856, 288 Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange ARIS2805,
86
Applications of Calculus MATH1011, 28, 147
Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange ARIS2806,
Applications of Psychological Science PSYC3020, 162 86
Applications of Recombinant DNA Tech Adv BIOL3918, Archaeology: An Introduction ARCA1002, 86
129, 142
Archaeology Exchange ARCA2801, 87
Applications of Recombinant DNA Tech BIOL3018, 129,
142 Archaeology Exchange ARCA2802, 87
Applied Business Forecasting ECMT6003, 197, 205, 210, Archaeology Exchange ARCA2803, 87
227, 228, 230, 231, 232 Archaeology Exchange ARCA2804, 87
Applied Econometrics ECMT3120, 10, , 44, 48, 54, 57, Archaeology Exchange ARCA2805, 87
71, 80
Applied Economics ECOS3903, 10, 44, 53, 73, 180
Applied Financial Econometrics ECMT6006, 197, 205,
210, 227, 228, 230, 231, 232 Archaeology Exchange ARCA2808, 87
Applied International Studies GOVT2801, 101 Archaeology Honours A ARCA4011, 87
Applied Linear Models (Advanced) STAT3912, 126, 134, Archaeology Honours B ARCA4012, 87
137, 163 Archaeology Honours C ARCA4013, 87
Applied Linear Models STAT3012, 47, 126, 134, 137, Archaeology Honours D ARCA4014, 87
163
Argentina for Export SPAN3623, 121
Applied Optimisation AGEC3103, 46, 165
Arguing the Point GCST4101, 93, 98
Applied Positive Psychology PSYC4730, 321, 323, 324
Art, Travel, Empires ARHT2671, 88
Applied Quantitative Analysis ECOF7907, 369, 374
Art and Archaeology of South East Asia ARHT2641, 88
Applied Statistics Advanced STAT3914, 126, 137, 163
Art and Experience ARHT1001, 87
Applied Statistics STAT3014, 126, 137, 163
Art and Society in Trecento Italy ARHT2610, 88
Approaches to Acting PRFM3606, 115
Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT1801, 88
Approaches to Arabic and Islamic Studies ARIS3680, 86
Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2810, 88
Approaches to Research in Asian Studies ASNS3690,
89, 92, 108 Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2811, 88
Approaches to the Arab Israeli Conflict HSTY2607, 103 Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2812, 88
Arab-Islamic Civilisation: Introduction ARIS1672, 86 Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2813, 88
Arabic Advanced for Media Studies 6A ARBC3636, 85 Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2814, 88
Arabic Advanced for Media Studies 8A ARBC3638, 85 Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2815, 88
Arabic Advanced Language & Literature 3A ARBC2633, Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2816, 88
85 Art History and Theory Exchange ARHT2817, 88
Arabic Advanced Language & Literature 4A ARBC2634, Art History and Theory Honours A ARHT4011, 88
85
Art History and Theory Honours B ARHT4012, 88
Arabic Advanced Translation & Writing 5A ARBC3635,
85 Art History and Theory Honours C ARHT4013, 88
Arabic Advanced Translation & Writing 7A ARBC3637, Art History and Theory Honours D ARHT4014, 88
85 Arts Exchange ARTS2801, 88
Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours A ARIS4011, 86
Arts Exchange ARTS2802, 89
Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours B ARIS4012, 86 Arts Exchange ARTS2803, 89
Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours C ARIS4013, 86 Arts Exchange ARTS2804, 89
Arabic and Islamic Studies Honours D ARIS4014, 86 Arts Music Concert Performance 1 MUSC2612, 113
Arabic Exchange ARBC2811, 86 Arts Music Concert Performance 2 MUSC2613, 113
Arabic Exchange ARBC2814, 86 Asia-Pacific Field School-A (Adv) GEOS3953, 139
Arabic Introductory 1B ARBC1611, 85 Asia-Pacific Field School-Assessment A GEOS3053,
Arabic Introductory 2B ARBC1612, 85 139
Arabic Language and Literature 3B ARBC2613, 85 Asian Studies Exchange ASNS1801, 89
Arabs, Islam & Middle East: Introduction ARIS1671, 86 Asian Studies Exchange ASNS2654, 89
Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange ARIS2801, Asian Studies Exchange ASNS2655, 89
86 Asian Studies Exchange ASNS2656, 89
Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange ARIS2802, Asian Studies Honours A ASNS4011, 89
86
Asian Studies Honours B ASNS4012, 89
Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange ARIS2803,
86 Asian Studies Honours C ASNS4013, 89
Arab World Islam & Middle East Exchange ARIS2804, Asian Studies Honours D ASNS4014, 90
86 Asia Pacific Politics GOVT6136, 256, 258, 263, 290, 293,
353, 357
400
Index by name
Aspects of European Union Commercial Law LAWS6905, Biblical Studies Honours A BBCL4011, 90
269, 272, 280 Biblical Studies Honours B BBCL4012, 90
Astronomy PHYS1500, 155 Biblical Studies Honours C BBCL4013, 90
Astrophysics and Relativity (Advanced) PHYS2913, 155 Biblical Studies Honours D BBCL4014, 90
Astrophysics and Relativity PHYS2013, 155 Biblical Wisdom Literature BBCL2608, 90
Atheism, Fundamentalism & New Religions RLST1005, Bioethics (Advanced) HPSC1900, 140
117
Bioethics HPSC1000, 140
Auditing and Assurance ACCT3014, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 69,
170 Bioinformatics and Genomics (Advanced) BIOL3927,
126, 129, 133, 142
Aust Flora: Ecology & Conservation (Adv) PLNT2902,
128, 160 Bioinformatics and Genomics BIOL3027, 126, 129, 133,
142
Aust Flora: Ecology and Conservation PLNT2002, 128,
160 Bioinformatics Project BINF3101, 127, 133
Australia's Indigenous Languages LNGS2611, 110 Biomolecules: Properties & Reactions Adv CHEM3910,
132
Australia's Underworld: Stories & Method HSTY2690,
104 Biomolecules: Properties and Reactions CHEM3110,
132
Australia: Colonies to Nation HSTY1089, 103
Biostatistics MATH1015, 28, 147
Australia: Politics and Nation HSTY2677, 104
BIS Innovation, Transformation & Change INFS6020,
Australia in Diplomacy, Defence & Trade GOVT6103, 202, 219
290, 293
Bodies, Sexualities, Identities GCST2607, 98
Australian Consulting Project Part A MKTG6209, 315,
316, 317, 319 Bodies and Passions PHIL2651, 116
Australian Consulting Project Part B MKTG6210, 315, Brain and Behaviour PSYC2011, 153, 161
316, 317, 319 Brand Management MKTG6016, 197, 204, 220
Australian Foreign and Defence Policy GOVT2116, 100 Britain and the World: C.1837-1914 HSTY2672, 104
Australian Gothic ASLT2619, 96 Broking and Market Making FINC6003, 196, 201, 214,
Australian Income Tax LAWS3412, 8 228, 230, 236
Australian International Taxation LAWS6209, 269, 272, Buddhism in Modern Asia ASNS2625, 118
278 Buddhist Philosophy ASNS2621, 118
Australian Literature Honours A ASLT4011, 96 Building and Managing Brands MKTG3120, , 46, 57, 79,
Australian Literature Honours B ASLT4012, 96 187
Australian Literature Honours C ASLT4013, 96 Business, Ethics and the Law CLAW2207, 9, 43, 55
Australian Literature Honours D ASLT4014, 96 Business and Economic Statistics A Adv ECOF1010, 71,
80, 176
Australian Media Studies MECO1001, 111
Business and Economic Statistics A ECMT1010, 7, 8,
Australian Modernism ASLT2622, 96 10, 11, 15, 19, 23, 28, 240, 37, 44, 48, 51, 52, 53, 54,
Australian Politics GOVT1101, 100 55, 57, 59, 63, 68, 69, 71, 72, 74, 75, 80, 173, 174, 176
Australian Social Policy SCPL2601, 118 Business and Economic Statistics B ECMT1020, 10, ,
44, 48, 51, 53, 54, 57, 59, 63, 68, 71, 72, 75, 80, 174
Australian Taxation System CLAW3201, 8, 9, 43, 52, 55,
71, 172 Business and Security CISS6003, 256, 258, 260, 269,
271, 273, 287, 289, 291, 353, 357
Australian Texts: International Contexts ENGL1008, 94
Business Contexts A ECOF1003, 7, 8, 15, 16, 19, 20,
Autonomy and Human Rights in Indonesia INMS3605, 23, 24, 28, 29, 240, 37, 41, 43, 68, 176
105
Business Contexts B ECOF1004, 7, 8, 11, 15, 16, 19,
Aviation Management and Logistics TPTM6160, 197, 20, 23, 24, 28, 29, 240, 37, 41, 43, 45, 68, 76, 176
203, 221, 298, 299, 300, 341, 343, 344, 349, 358, 361,
362, 364 Business Cycles and Asset Markets ECOS3021, 10, 44,
53, 54, 73, 76, 180
B Business Failure and Restructuring CLAW2202, 9, 43,
Bank Financial Management FINC3018, 11, 45, 55, 74, 55, 70, 171
182 Business German GRMN2637, 99
Banking and Finance Law CLAW2204, 9, 43, 55, 70, 172 Business Growth and Innovation IBUS6012, 196, 198,
Bank Management BANK6002, 195, 199, 208 202, 206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271,
275, 354, 357
Behavioural and Cognitive Neuroscience PSYC3014,
154, 162 Business Information Systems Honours A INFS4101, 70,
186
Behavioural Finance FINC6022, 196, 201, 215, 228, 231,
237 Business Information Systems Honours B INFS4102, 70,
186
Being There: Method in Anthropology ANTH2631, 85
Business Information Systems Honours C INFS4103,
Being There: Theories of Performance PRFM2601, 114 70, 186
Benefit-Cost Analysis RSEC4131, 166 Business Information Systems Honours D INFS4104,
Between Impro & Text: Making Performance PRFM2603, 70, 186
114 Business Information Systems Project INFS3080, 9, 47,
Biblical In-Country Study A BBCL2801, 90 55, 70, 186
Biblical In-Country Study B BBCL2802, 90 Business Intelligence for Managers INFS3050, 9, 47, 55,
70, 185
Biblical Poetic Books BBCL2607, 90
Business in the Global Environment CISS2001, 11, 45,
Biblical Studies 1 BBCL1001, 90 56, 77
Biblical Studies 2 BBCL1002, 90 Business Marketing MKTG6020, 197, 204, 220
401
Index by name
Business Negotiations IBUS3107, 11, 45, 56, 77, 183 Chemistry 1B (Special Studies Program) CHEM1904,
23, 63, 132
Business Negotiations IBUS6018, 196, 198, 203, 206,
217, 231, 256, 259, 265, 271, 275, 354, 357 Chemistry 1B CHEM1102, 131
Business Operations Analysis ECMT6008, 197, 205, Chemistry and Biochemistry of Foods AGCH3025, 123
210, 227, 228, 230, 231, 232 Chemistry of Biological Molecules CHEM2403, 132
Business Process Integration INFS6012, 196, 202, 218 China and Globalisation ASNS3619, 89
Business Process Management INFS6015, 196, 202, China in the World Economy ECOP6016, 256, 258, 262,
218 353, 357
Business Process Modelling & Improvement INFS2020, Chinese 1A (For Beginners) CHNS1101, 91
70, 185
Chinese 1B (For Beginners) CHNS1102, 91
Business Regulation, Risk and Compliance CLAW2208,
9, 43, 55, 70, 172 Chinese 1C (For Advanced Beginners) CHNS1201, 91
Business Restructuring and Renewal IBUS6013, 198, Chinese 1D (For Advanced Beginners) CHNS1202, 91
206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271, 275, Chinese 2A (Lower Intermediate) CHNS2601, 91
354, 357
Chinese 2B (Lower Intermediate) CHNS2602, 91
Business Risk Management ECMT3180, 10, , 44, 48,
54, 57, 71, 80, 175 Chinese 3A (Upper Intermediate) CHNS3601, 91
Business Strategy ECOF3001, 78 Chinese 3B (Upper Intermediate) CHNS3602, 91
Business Taxation LAWS3013, 8 Chinese 4A (Advanced) CHNS3603, 91
Byzantium between East and West MDST2612, 112 Chinese 4B (Advanced) CHNS3604, 91
C Chinese Exchange CHNS1801, 92
Chinese Exchange CHNS1802, 92
Capital and Dynamics ECOS3019, 10, 44, 53, 54, 73,
75, 179 Chinese Exchange CHNS2810, 92
Capitalism and Democracy in East Asia GOVT2611, 101 Chinese Exchange CHNS2811, 92
Capital Markets and Corporate Finance FINC5001, 193, Chinese Exchange CHNS2812, 92
194, 195, 196, 198, 199, 201, 214, 227, 228, 230, 231, Chinese Exchange CHNS2813, 92
235, 255, 257, 262, 329, 330, 332, 349, 353, 357
Chinese for Background Speakers 1 CHNS1303, 91
Capital Raising and Management CLAW3204, 9, 44, 55,
71, 173 Chinese for Background Speakers 2 CHNS1304, 91
Carbon Trading, Derivatives and Taxation LAWS6936, Chinese Foreign and Security Policy CISS6016, 287,
270, 273, 281 290, 292
Catalysis and Sustainable Process (Adv) CHEM3913, Chinese for Specific Purposes 1 CHNS3611, 91
132 Chinese for Specific Purposes 2 CHNS3612, 91
Catalysis and Sustainable Processes CHEM3113, 132 Chinese History Through Chinese Eyes CHNS3640, 91
Cell Biology (Advanced) BIOL2916, 127 Chinese Honours A CHNS4011, 92
Cell Biology BIOL2016, 127 Chinese Honours B CHNS4012, 92
Cells and Development: Practical (Adv) HSTO3004, 125, Chinese Honours C CHNS4013, 92
130
Chinese Honours D CHNS4014, 92
Cells and Development: Theory HSTO3003, 124, 130
Chinese In-Country Study A CHNS2650, 91
Cellular & Developmental Neurosci. (Adv) NEUR3903,
125, 154, 160 Chinese In-Country Study B CHNS2651, 91
Cellular and Developmental Neuroscience NEUR3003, Chinese In-Country Study C CHNS2652, 92
125, 153, 160 Chinese In-Country Study D CHNS2653, 92
Celtic Studies Honours A CLST4011, 90 Chinese In-Country Study E CHNS2654, 92
Celtic Studies Honours B CLST4012, 90 Chinese In-Country Study F CHNS2655, 92
Celtic Studies Honours C CLST4013, 90 Chinese In-Country Study G CHNS2656, 92
Celtic Studies Honours D CLST4014, 90 Chinese In-Country Study H CHNS2657, 92
Celts in History CLST2605, 90 Chinese International Taxation LAWS6091, 269, 272,
CEMS Business Project A CEMS6001, 308, 310, 311 277
CEMS Business Project B CEMS6002, 308, 311 Chinese Laws and Chinese Legal Systems LAWS6001,
272, 276
CEMS Exchange 1 CEMS6101, 308, 310, 311
Chinese Tax CLAW2210, 9, 43, 55, 70, 172
Christianity and the Medieval World RLST2605, 117
Christianity as a Global Religion RLST2606, 117
Christopher Marlowe ENGL3651, 95
Cinematic Modernism ENGL3604, 95
Citizens and Politics in China Today ASNS3617, 89
Chemical Structure and Stability (Adv) CHEM2912, 132
Civil-Military Relations CISS6012, 287, 289, 292
Chemical Structure and Stability (SSP) CHEM2916, 132
Civil and Criminal Procedure LAWS1014, 20, 60, 167,
Chemical Structure and Stability CHEM2402, 132 191
Chemistry 1A (Advanced) CHEM1901, 23, 63, 131 Classical Chinese A CHNS2611, 91
Chemistry 1A (Special Studies Program) CHEM1903, Classical Chinese B CHNS2612, 91
23, 63, 132
Classical Chinese Poetry CHNS3647, 91
Chemistry 1A CHEM1101, 131
Classical Civilisation Exchange CLCV1801, 92
Chemistry 1B (Advanced) CHEM1902, 63, 132
Classical Civilisation Exchange CLCV1802, 92
402
Index by name
Classical Civilisation Exchange CLSS2804, 92 Concepts of Chinese Taxation CLAW6029, 196, 200,
209
Classical Civilisation Exchange CLSS2805, 92
Concepts of Music MUSC1501, 113
Classical Indian Philosophy ASNS2620, 118
Concepts of Neuroanatomy ANAT2010, 124, 152
Classics Honours A CLSS4011, 92
Cond. Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophys.(Adv) PHYS3964,
Classics Honours B CLSS4012, 92 152, 158
Classics Honours C CLSS4013, 92 Cond. Matter/Nanoscience/Astrophysics PHYS3064,
Classics Honours D CLSS4014, 92 152, 158
Classics of Greek Literature GRKA3606, 101 Cond.Matter Phys./Nanoscience/Lab (Adv) PHYS3967,
152, 158
Coaching Practice PSYC4724, 321, 322, 324
Cond.Matter Physics/Nanoscience/Lab PHYS3067, 152,
Coastal Environments and Processes (Adv) GEOS3909, 158
139, 145, 147
Cond. Matter Physics/Nanoscience/Optics PHYS3063,
Coastal Environments and Processes GEOS3009, 134, 151, 157
138, 145, 146
Condensed Matter/Optics/Astrophys. (Adv) PHYS3965,
Cognition, Language and Thought PSYC3012, 154, 162 158
Cognitive and Social Psychology PSYC2013, 153, 161 Condensed Matter/Optics/Astrophysics PHYS3065, 158
Collecting, Managing and Assessing Data TPTM6425, Condensed Matter Physics/Optics/Lab(Adv) PHYS3968,
298, 299, 303, 341, 343, 346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 367 157
Colours of Identity: Indigenous Bodies KOCR2604, 104 Condensed Matter Physics/Optics/Lab PHYS3068, 157
Columbus to Lincoln: America Before 1865 HSTY2634, Cond Matter Phys/Nanoscience/Optics(Adv) PHYS3963,
103 152, 157
Commerce Business Project A ECOF6501, 206, 211 Conservation Biol & Applied Ecology Adv ENVI2911,
Commerce Business Project B ECOF6502, 206, 211 128, 136
Commerce Internship ECOF6500, 206, 211 Conservation Biology and Applied Ecology ENVI2111,
128, 135
Commercial Law Honours A CLAW4101, 71, 173
Consumer Behaviour MKTG2112, , 46, 57, 79, 186
Commercial Law Honours B CLAW4102, 71, 173
Consumer Behaviour MKTG6007, 197, 204, 220
Commercial Law Honours C CLAW4103, 71, 173
Consumer Cultures GCST3603, 92
Commercial Law Honours D CLAW4104, 71, 173
Contact and Exchange in South Italy ARCA2614, 87
Commercial Maritime Law LAWS6849, 269, 272, 279
Contemporary British Literature ENGL3603, 95
Communicating Culture in the Middle Ages HSTY2664,
104 Contemporary Consumer Insights MKTG6204, 315, 316,
317, 318
Comparative Corporate Governance LAWS6222, 269,
272, 278 Contemporary Cultural Issues SCLG2609, 119
Comparative Corporate Taxation LAWS6153, 269, 272, Contemporary Field and Lab Soil Science SOIL3009,
277 162
Comparative Income Taxation LAWS6170, 269, 272, Contemporary Indigenous Australian Art ARHT2636, 88
277 Contemporary Issues in Auditing ACCT6007, 194, 195,
Comparative International Management IBUS6006, 196, 199, 207, 329, 330, 332
202, 216, 256, 258, 264, 269, 271, 275, 354, 357 Contemporary Korean Society and Culture KRNS2675,
Comparative International Taxation LAWS6128, 269, 109
272, 277 Contemporary Political Philosophy PHIL2635, 115
Comparative Primate Anatomy ANAT2009, 124 Contemporary Sociological Theory SCLG3601, 120
Comparative Tax of Financial Transaction LAWS6906, Contemporary Theory and Anthropology ANTH3601, 85
273, 280
Continuing Old English ENGL3634, 95
Comparative Value Added Tax LAWS6814, 269, 272,
279 Continuing Old Norse ENGL3636, 95
Competition and Consumer Law CLAW2205, 9, 43, 55, Contracts LAWS1015, 8, 20, 60, 167, 191
70, 172 Coral Reef Biology (Advanced) BIOL3916, 128, 145, 146
Complex Analysis with Applications (Adv) MATH3964, Coral Reef Biology BIOL3016, 128, 145, 146
149
Corporate Collapse ACCT6116, 195
Composition Workshop 1 MUSC2614, 113
Corporate Finance I FINC2011, 8, 11, 45, 52, 55, 74,
Composition Workshop 2 MUSC3611, 114 180, 181
Computational Econometrics ECMT3170, 10, 44, 54 Corporate Finance II FINC2012, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
Computational Methods for Life Sciences COMP3456, Corporate Governance, Law and Ethics CLAW6028, 196,
127, 134, 135 200, 209
Computational Science in C (Adv) COSC1902, 133 Corporate Governance and Accountability ACCT6120,
Computational Science in C COSC1002, 133 195, 199, 208
Computational Science in Matlab (Adv) COSC1901, 133 Corporate Governance and Regulation MMGT6006, 307,
308, 309, 310, 312
Computational Science in Matlab COSC1001, 133
Corporate Law LAWS2003, 8
Computer Games and Simulation ARIN3640, 93
Corporate Valuation FINC6021, 196, 201, 215, 228, 231,
Concepts in Biology (Advanced) BIOL1911, 23, 63, 127 237
Concepts in Biology BIOL1001, 23, 63, 127 Corporations Law CLAW2201, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 55, 69,
Concepts of Australian Taxation CLAW6026, 194, 196, 70, 171
200, 209, 329, 331, 332 Corporations Law CLAW6002, 194, 196, 200, 209, 329,
330, 332
403
Index by name
Corporations Law LAWS2014, 20, 60 Defining the Celts CLST2601, 90

Corpus Linguistics and Linguistic Theory LNGS3608, Delivering Public Value ANZG6006, 340
111 Democratic Theory PHIL2634, 115
Cranial & Cervical Anatomy (Advanced) ANAT3904, 124 Derivative Securities FINC3012, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
Cranial and Cervical Anatomy ANAT3004, 124 Derivative Securities FINC6010, 196, 201, 214, 228, 231,
Creating & Developing New Opportunities EMBA6004, 236
240, 241 Descartes and Continental Philosophy PHIL2629, 115
Creative Communications in Marketing MKTG6006, 197, Designing Accounting Systems ACCT6014, 194, 195,
204, 220 199, 208, 329, 330, 332
Crime, Media and Culture SLSS2605, 118 Designing Public Policies and Programs ANZG6008, 340
Crime, Punishment and Society SCLG2634, 120 Developmental Genetics (Advanced) BIOL3926, 130,
Criminal Law LAWS1016, 20, 60, 167, 191 142
Critical Practice in Media MECO3609, 112 Developmental Genetics BIOL3026, 130, 142
Critical Theory: From Marx to Foucault PHIL2644, 116 Developmental Psychology PSYC3016, 162
Critical Thinking PHIL2642, 115 Development Economics ECOS3002, 10, 44, 53, 73, 178
Cross-Cultural and Hybrid Performance PRFM3605, 115 Differential Calculus (Advanced) MATH1901, 28, 47, 136,
148
Cross-Cultural Communication LNGS2617, 110
Differential Calculus MATH1001, 28, 47, 136, 147
Cross-Cultural Management IBUS2102, 11, 45, 56, 77,
183 Differential Equations & Biomaths (Adv) MATH3963, 134,
149
Cross-Cultural Management IBUS6002, 196, 197, 202,
205, 216, 255, 256, 258, 263, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357 Differential Equations and Biomaths MATH3063, 134,
149
Cultural and Social Change in Spain SPAN2631, 121
Differential Geometry (Advanced) MATH3968, 149
Cultural Difference: An Introduction ANTH1001, 84
Cultural Studies Exchange GCST2812, 93 Digital Arts ARIN2630, 93
Digital Business Innovation INFS1000, 8, 9, 42, 47, 52,
Cultural Studies Exchange GCST2813, 93 55, 69, 184
Cultural Studies Exchange GCST2814, 93 Digital Cultures Exchange ARIN2801, 94
Cultural Studies Honours A GCST4011, 93 Digital Cultures Exchange ARIN2807, 94
Cultural Studies Honours B GCST4012, 93 Digital Cultures Exchange ARIN2808, 94
Cultural Studies Honours C GCST4013, 93 Digital Cultures Honours A ARIN4011, 94
Cultural Studies Honours D GCST4014, 93 Digital Cultures Honours B ARIN4012, 94
Cultural Studies Honours Seminar A GCST4111, 93 Digital Cultures Honours C ARIN4013, 94
Cultural Studies Honours Seminar B GCST4112, 93 Digital Cultures Honours D ARIN4014, 94
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis A GCST4113, 93 Digital Cultures Internship ARIN3670, 94
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis B GCST4114, 93 Digital Cultures Internship Project ARIN3680, 94
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis C GCST4115, 93 Digital Cultures Project 1 ARIN3650, 94
Cultural Studies Honours Thesis D GCST4116, 93 Digital Cultures Project 2 ARIN3660, 94
Cultural Theory GCST3604, 92 Digital Information Design & Management INFS2010,
Culture and Development ANTH2625, 84 70, 184
Culture and the Unconscious ANTH2606, 84 Discourse Analysis LNGS2604, 110
Current Global Issues INGS3601, 106 Discrete Mathematics & Graph Theory Adv MATH2969,
148
Current Issues in Management Accounting ACCT3032,
9, 43, 54, 69, 170 Discrete Mathematics and Graph Theory MATH2069,
148
Current Topics in Research Seminar ECOF7906, 369,
374 Discrete Mathematics MATH1004, 28, 147
Cyberworlds ARIN2620, 93 Disease and Security CISS6004, 287, 289, 291
D Distributed Systems & Network Principles COMP2121,
134, 143
Dante and the Middle Ages ITLN3694, 107 Distribution of Income and Wealth ECOP3620, 117
Database Systems 1 (Advanced) INFO2820, 134, 143 Doing Business in China LAWS6852, 269, 272, 280
Database Systems 1 INFO2120, 134, 143 Doing Business in Emerging Markets LAWS6945, 270,
Database Systems 2 (Adv) INFO3504, 135, 138, 144 273, 282
Database Systems 2 INFO3404, 135, 138, 144 Drug Design and Development (Adv) PCOL3912, 154
Data Communications and the Internet ELEC3506, 135 Drug Design and Development PCOL3012, 154
Data Structures (Advanced) INFO1905, 47, 134, 143 Drug Therapy (Advanced) PCOL3921, 154
Data Structures INFO1105, 47, 134, 143 Drug Therapy PCOL3021, 154
Deceit, Disguise and Medieval Narrative ENGL2662, 95 E
Decision Making under Uncertainty ANZG6007, 340
404
Index by name
E-Business Analysis and Design ELEC3610, 135, 144 English Exchange ENGL2812, 95
e-Commerce Business Management INFS2030, 9, 47, English Exchange ENGL2813, 95
55, 70, 185 English Exchange ENGL2814, 95
Earth's Structure and Evolution GEOS3101, 140 English Exchange ENGL2815, 95
Earth's Structure and Evolutions (Adv) GEOS3801, 140 English Exchange ENGL2816, 95
Earth, Environment and Society Advanced GEOS1901, English Exchange ENGL2817, 95
135, 138, 139
English Exchange ENGL2818, 95
Earth, Environment and Society GEOS1001, 135, 138,
139 English Honours A ENGL4101, 96
Ecological Methods (Advanced) BIOL3906, 129, 133, English Honours B ENGL4102, 96
144, 147 English Honours C ENGL4103, 96
Ecological Methods BIOL3006, 129, 133, 144, 146 English Honours D ENGL4104, 96
Ecology (Advanced) BIOL3907, 130, 144, 147 Enterprise and the Creative Industries IBUS6017, 198,
Ecology BIOL3007, 130, 144, 146 206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 265, 354, 357
Econometric Applications ECMT6002, 197, 205, 210, Enterprise Systems & Integrated Business INFS3040,
227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 232 70, 185
Econometric Modelling ECMT6901, 228 Enterprise Systems INFS3040, 8, 9, 42, 47, 52, 55, 70,
185
Econometric Models and Methods ECMT3110, 10, , 44,
48, 54, 57, 71, 80, 174 Entomology (Advanced) BIOL2917, 128
Econometrics Honours A ECMT4101, 72, 175 Entomology BIOL2017, 128
Econometrics Honours B ECMT4102, 72, 175 Environmental & Resource Management Adv GEOS2921,
136, 138, 140
Econometrics Honours C ECMT4103, 72, 175
Environmental & Sedimentary Geology(Adv) GEOS3803,
Econometrics Honours D ECMT4104, 72, 175 140, 145, 147
Economic Geography of Global Dev. Adv. GEOS2912, Environmental and Resource Management GEOS2121,
138 136, 138, 139
Economic Geography of Global Development Environmental and Sedimentary Geology GEOS3103,
GEOS2112, 138 140, 145, 146
Economic Policy in Global Context ECOP2612, 49, 116 Environmental Assessment ENVI3112, 136
Economics as a Social Science ECOP1001, 49, 116 Environmental Economics ECON6018, 196, 200, 213,
Economics for Accountants ECON5003, 329, 331, 333 227, 228, 230, 231, 234
Economics for Commerce ECON5000, 193, 196, 198, Environmental Economics RSEC4132, 166
200, 212, 257, 261, 349, 353 Environmental GIS ENVX3001, 162
Economics Honours A ECON4101, 74, 180 Environmental Law and Ethics ENVI3111, 136
Economics Honours B ECON4102, 74, 180 Environmental Politics GOVT2228, 100
Economics Honours C ECON4103, 74, 180 Equity LAWS2015, 20, 60
Economics Honours D ECON4104, 74, 180 Ethical International Business Decisions IBUS3104, 11,
Economics of Competition and Strategy ECOS2201, 10, 45, 56, 77, 183
44, 53, 72, 177 Ethical International Business Decisions IBUS6005, 196,
Economics of Growth ECOS3018, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179 202, 216, 258, 264, 269, 271, 274
Economics of Modern Capitalism ECOP2011, 49, 116 Ethics, Law and War CISS6005, 287, 289, 291
Economics of the Labour Market ECON6009, 196, 200, Europe: Civilisation and Barbarism EUST2601, 96
212, 227, 228, 229, 231, 234 Europe: Literature and Dictatorship EUST2605, 96
Economics of Water & Bio-resources RSEC4134, 166 European & Middle Eastern Myth & Legend EUST2611,
Economy and Culture ANTH2653, 85 96
Economy and Society ECOP1004, 49, 116 European Studies Exchange EUST2805, 96
Ecophysiology (Advanced) BIOL3911, 129, 145, 147 European Studies Exchange EUST2806, 96
Ecophysiology BIOL3011, 129, 144, 146 European Studies Exchange EUST2807, 96
Electromagnetism & Special Project (Adv) PHYS3941, European Studies Exchange EUST2808, 96
156 European Studies Honours A EUST4011, 96
Electromagnetism and Physics Lab (Adv) PHYS3940, European Studies Honours A EUST4011, 96
156
European Studies Honours B EUST4012, 96
Electromagnetism and Physics Lab PHYS3040, 155
European Studies Honours C EUST4013, 96
Electron Microscopy and Imaging/Prac EMHU3002, 124
European Studies Honours D EUST4014, 96
Electron Microscopy and Imaging/Theory EMHU3001,
124 Europe in World Affairs GOVT2444, 100
EMBA Report EMBA6001, 239, 240 Evaluating Marketing Performance MKTG6201, 315, 316,
317, 318
Embodied Histories PRFM3604, 115
Everyday Life: Theories and Practices GCST2613, 92
Employment and the Law WORK6116, 243, 245, 247,
321, 323, 326 Evidence LAWS2016, 20, 60
Enculturating the Indonesian Nation INMS3606, 105 Evolutionary Gen. & Animal Behaviour Adv BIOL3925,
130
Energy and the Environment ENVI3114, 136
Evolutionary Genetics & Animal Behaviour BIOL3025,
English Exchange ENGL1801, 95 130
English Exchange ENGL1802, 95 Executive MBA Primers EMBA6000, 239, 240
English Exchange ENGL2811, 95
405
Index by name
Experimental and Behavioural Economics ECOS3016, Fixed Income Securities FINC6014, 196, 201, 214, 228,
10, 44, 53, 73, 179 231, 236
Experimental Economics ECON6027, 196, 200, 213, Fluid Dynamics (Advanced) MATH3974, 137, 149
227, 228, 230, 231, 235 Fluvial and Groundwater Geomorphology GEOG2321,
Exploring Nonclassical Logic PHIL2610, 115 138
Export Management IBUS6008, 196, 202, 216, 256, 259, Focus on Writing in Italian ITLN3687, 107
264, 269, 271, 275, 354, 357 Food, Environment and Culture in Europe HSTY2686,
Extended Performance Reporting ACCT6015, 195, 199, 104
208 Food Biotechnology AGCH3026, 123
F Forecasting for Economics and Business ECMT3130,
10, , 44, 48, 54, 57, 71, 75, 80, 175
Fantastical Women ENGL3606, 95
Forensic and Environmental Chemistry CHEM2404, 132
Fiction of Youth ITLN3682, 106
Forensic Osteology ANAT3006, 124
Field Geology and Geophysics (Advanced) GEOS3908,
140 Fossils and Tectonics (Advanced) GEOS2924, 140
Field Geology and Geophysics GEOS3008, 140 Fossils and Tectonics GEOS2124, 139
Field Methods ARCA2602, 86 Foundations for Ancient Greece ANHS1600, 84
Filming Fiction: The Italian Experience ITLN3679, 106 Foundations for Ancient Rome ANHS1601, 84
Filmmaking in the Latin American Context SPAN2641, Foundations of Business Law CLAW1001, 8, 9, 43, 52,
121 55, 70, 171
Film Studies Exchange FILM2810, 96 Foundations of Computer Systems ELEC1601, 134
Film Studies Exchange FILM2811, 96 Foundations of Information Technology INFO1003, 134,
143
Film Studies Exchange FILM2812, 96
Foundations of International Relations GOVT6147, 256,
Film Studies Exchange FILM2813, 96 258, 263, 353, 357
Film Studies Exchange FILM2814, 96 Foundations of Law LAWS1006, 8, 20, 21, 60, 61, 167,
Film Studies Exchange FILM2815, 96 190
Film Studies Honours A FILM4101, 97 Foundations of Management EMBA6003, 239, 240, 241
Film Studies Honours B FILM4102, 97 Foundations of Management WORK2201, , 46, 56, 78,
188
Film Studies Honours C FILM4103, 97
Foundations of Strategic Management WORK6002, 198,
Film Studies Honours D FILM4104, 97 206, 224, 244, 245, 246, 321, 323, 325
Finance 2 Honours FINC2192, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181 Foundations of Work and Employment WORK1003, 11,
Finance 3 Honours (Corporate Finance) FINC3193, 11, 45, 56, 76, 188
45, 55, 75, 182 French Exchange FRNC1801, 97
Finance 3 Honours (Securities Markets) FINC3194, 11, French Exchange FRNC1802, 97
45, 55, 75, 182
French Exchange FRNC2803, 97
Finance: Volatility and Regulation ECOP3019, 116
Finance Honours A FINC4101, 75, 182
Finance Honours B FINC4102, 75, 182
Finance Honours C FINC4103, 75, 182
Finance Honours D FINC4104, 75, 182
Financial Accounting A ACCT2011, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 69,
170 French Honours A FRNC4011, 98
Financial Accounting B ACCT3011, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54, 69, French Honours B FRNC4012, 98
170 French Honours C FRNC4013, 98
Financial Econometrics ECMT2130, 10, , 44, 48, 54, 57, French Honours D FRNC4014, 98
71, 75, 80, 174
French In-Country Study FRNC3801, 97
Financial Economics ECON6021, 196, 200, 213, 227,
228, 230, 231, 234 French Internship Program ECOF9100, 80
Financial Instruments and Markets FINC6016, 196, 201, French Internship Program ECOF9200, 80
215, 228, 231, 236 French Narrative Cinema FRNC2681, 97
Financial Mathematics (Advanced) MATH3975, 47, 137, French Popular Culture FRNC3682, 97
149
French Reading 1: Text and Society FRNC2614, 97
Financial Mathematics MATH3075, 47, 137, 149
French Sociolinguistics FRNC3655, 97
Financial Modelling FINC6019, 196, 197, 201, 205, 215,
228, 231, 237 French Translation FRNC3653, 97
Financial Risk Management FINC3020, 11, 45, 55, 74, From Emancipation to the Holocaust JCTC2605, 108
182 From Expulsion to Regeneration JCTC2604, 108
Financial Statement Analysis ACCT3013, 9, 43, 54, 69, From Silent to Sound Cinema ARHT2652, 88
170
Functional Grammar LNGS2603, 110
Financial Statement Analysis ACCT6003, 195, 199, 207
Fundamentals of Chemistry 1A CHEM1001, 23, 63, 131
Financial Strategy FINC6007, 196, 201, 214, 228, 231,
236 Fundamentals of Chemistry 1B CHEM1002, 23, 63, 131
Financial Valuation: Case Study Approach FINC3015, Fundamentals of Coaching Practice PSYC4722, 321,
11, 45, 55, 74, 181 322, 324
Fixed Income Securities FINC3019, 11, 45, 55, 74, 182 Fundamentals of Music II MUSC1504, 113
Fundamentals of Music I MUSC1503, 113
406
Index by name
Fungi in the Environment (Advanced) BIOL3917, 129, Global Oil and Gas Contracts and Issues LAWS6933,
161 270, 273, 281
Fungi in the Environment BIOL3017, 129, 161 Global Political Economy ECOP3012, 11, 45, 56, 77, 116
G Global Studies Exchange 1 GBST2801, 100
Global Studies Exchange 2 GBST2802, 100
Gender & Sexuality in German Literature GRMN2638,
99 Global Studies Exchange 3 GBST2803, 100
Gender, Communities and Belonging GCST2608, 92 Global Studies Exchange 4 GBST2804, 100
Gender: Anthropological Studies ANTH2623, 84 Global Studies Exchange 5 GBST2805, 100
Gender in Modern Chinese Literature CHNS3634, 91 Global Studies Exchange 6 GBST2806, 100
Gender Studies Exchange GCST2804, 98 Global Studies Exchange 7 GBST2807, 100
Gender Studies Exchange GCST2805, 98 Global Studies Exchange 8 GBST2808, 100
Gender Studies Exchange GCST2806, 98 Global Supervision of Bank Risks BANK6003, 195, 199,
208, 256, 258, 260, 353, 357
Gender Studies Exchange GCST2810, 98
Global Trading FINC6015, 196, 201, 215, 228, 231, 236,
Gender Studies Exchange GCST2811, 98 256, 258, 262, 353, 357
Gender Studies Honours A GCST4015, 98 Global Transformations SCLG2616, 119
Gender Studies Honours B GCST4016, 98 Governing by the Rules ANZG6011, 340
Gender Studies Honours C GCST4017, 98 Government and the Market Economy ANZG6009, 340
Gender Studies Honours D GCST4018, 98 Government Exchange GOVT1001, 101
Gender Studies Honours Seminar A GCST4103, 98 Government Exchange GOVT1881, 101
Gender Studies Honours Seminar B GCST4104, 98 Government Exchange GOVT1882, 101
Gender Studies Honours Thesis A GCST4105, 98 Government Exchange GOVT2881, 101
Gender Studies Honours Thesis B GCST4106, 99 Government Exchange GOVT2882, 101
Gender Studies Honours Thesis C GCST4107, 99 Government Exchange GOVT2883, 101
Gender Studies Honours Thesis D GCST4108, 99 Government Exchange GOVT2884, 101
Genre and Register LNGS3607, 111 Government Exchange GOVT2885, 101
Genres in Cultural Context GCST2606, 92 Government Honours A GOVT4101, 101
Geographical Information Systems TPTM6180, 197, 203, Government Honours B GOVT4102, 101
222, 298, 299, 301, 341, 343, 344, 349, 358, 361, 362,
364 Government Honours C GOVT4103, 101
Geometry and Topology MATH3061, 149 Government Honours D GOVT4104, 101
Geophysical Methods (Advanced) GEOS3804, 140, 145, Graphics and Multimedia COMP3419, 135
147 Great Books 1: The Human Condition ICLS2624, 105
Geophysical Methods GEOS3104, 140, 145, 146 Greece and the East ARCA3602, 87
Geopolitics GOVT1105, 100 Greek (Ancient) Exchange GRKA2804, 101
German Culture and Society 1806-1848 GRMN2641, 99 Greek (Ancient) Exchange GRKA2805, 102
German Honours A GRMN4011, 99 Greek and Roman Myth ANHS1602, 84
German Honours B GRMN4012, 99 Greek Epic GRKA3602, 101
German Honours C GRMN4013, 99 Greek Honours A GRKA4011, 102
German Honours D GRMN4014, 100 Greek Honours B GRKA4012, 102
Germanic Studies Exchange GRMN2811, 99 Greek Honours C GRKA4013, 102
Germanic Studies Exchange GRMN2812, 99 Greek Honours D GRKA4014, 102
Germanic Studies Exchange GRMN2813, 99 Greekness and Hellenism MGRK3633, 113
Germanic Studies Exchange GRMN2814, 99 Greek Philosophical Texts GRKA3604, 101
Germanic Studies Exchange GRMN2815, 99 Groups, Teams and Systems PSYC4729, 321, 323, 324
German Literature and Culture GRMN2683, 99 GST - International Issues LAWS6891, 272
GIS in Coastal Management (Advanced) GEOS3914,
136, 139, 145, 147 H
GIS in Coastal Management GEOS3014, 136, 139, 145, Health Economics ECOS3017, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179
147 Heart & Circulation: Dysfunction Adv PHSI3908, 160
Global America AMST1001, 83 Heart & Circulation: Normal Function Adv PHSI3907,
Global Culture and Society INGS1002, 106 159
Global Employment and Migration ECOP6015, 256, 258, Heart and Circulation: Dysfunction PHSI3008, 160
262, 353, 357 Heart and Circulation: Normal Function PHSI3007, 159
Global Energy and Resources (Adv) GEOS3802, 140, Hebrew (Classical) Honours A HBRW4011, 102
146
Hebrew (Classical) Honours B HBRW4012, 102
Global Energy and Resources GEOS3102, 140, 145
Hebrew (Classical) Honours C HBRW4013, 102
Global Entrepreneurship and Enterprise IBUS3103, 11,
45, 56, 77, 183 Hebrew (Classical) Honours D HBRW4014, 102
Globalisation and Governance GOVT6123, 256, 258, Hebrew (Classical) In-Country Study A HBRW2801, 102
262, 353, 357 Hebrew (Classical) In-Country Study B HBRW2802, 102
Global Marketing Management MMGT6008, 309, 310, Hebrew (Modern) Honours A HBRW4021, 103
312
Hebrew (Modern) Honours B HBRW4022, 103
407
Index by name
Hebrew (Modern) Honours C HBRW4023, 103 Human Cellular Physiology (Adv): Theory PHSI3905,
131, 142, 159
Hebrew (Modern) Honours D HBRW4024, 103
Human Cellular Physiology: Research PHSI3006, 131,
Hebrew Accelerated C1 HBRW2631, 102 142, 159
Hebrew Accelerated C2 HBRW2632, 102 Human Cellular Physiology: Theory PHSI3005, 131, 142,
Hebrew Classical 3 HBRW2623, 102 159
Hebrew Classical 4 HBRW2624, 102 Human Molecular Cell Biology (Advanced) BCHM3972,
126, 130, 142
Hebrew Classical B1 HBRW1111, 102
Human Molecular Cell Biology BCHM3072, 126, 142
Hebrew Classical B2 HBRW1112, 102
Human Resource Processes WORK2205, 11, 45, 56,
Hebrew Modern 3 HBRW2603, 102 76, 78, 188
Hebrew Modern 4 HBRW2604, 102 Human Resource Strategies WORK2211, 11, , 45, 46,
Hebrew Modern 5 HBRW2605, 102 56, 57, 76, 78, 188
Hebrew Modern 6 HBRW2606, 102 Human Resource Strategies WORK6017, 197, 204, 224,
243, 245, 246, 321, 323, 325
Hebrew Modern 7 HBRW2607, 102
Human Rights and Australian Politics GOVT2111, 100
Human Rights and Social Protest SCLG2624, 120
Human Rights and Social Transformations SCLG2620,
Hebrew Modern 10 HBRW2610, 103 120
Hebrew Modern 11 HBRW2611, 103 Human Rights in Development ECOP3017, 116
Hebrew Modern 12 HBRW2612, 103 Human Security CISS6014, 287, 290, 292
Hebrew Modern B1 HBRW1011, 102
Hebrew Modern B2 HBRW1102, 102
I
Hegel PHIL3638, 116 Imagining Camelot ENGL2661, 95
Heritage Museums and the Public Sphere HRTG3601, Immunology in Human Disease IMMU3202, 141
103 Imperialism, 1815-2000 HSTY2304, 103
Heritage Studies Exchange HRTG2804, 103 India, China, Tibet: Cultural Relations ASNS2627, 89
Heritage Studies Exchange HRTG2805, 103 India: Tradition and Modernity ASNS2623, 89, 118
Heritage Studies Exchange HRTG2806, 103 Indigenous Australia: An Introduction KOCR2600, 104
Heritage Studies Exchange HRTG2809, 103 Indigenous Australians and Modernity ANTH2630, 85
Heritage Studies Exchange HRTG2810, 103 Indigenous Community Development KOCR2610, 104
Hierarchies, Incentives & Firm Structure ECOS3003, 73, Indigenous Creative Expression KOCR2607, 104
78, 178
Indigenous Health and Communities KOCR2603, 104
Historical Archaeology ARPH2612, 87
Indigenous Political Movements KOCR2609, 104
Historical Jesus to Written Gospels BBCL2609, 90
Indigenous Social and Legal Justice SLSS2604, 118
Historiography Ancient and Modern ANHS2612, 84
Indonesia: The Challenges of Development INMS3607,
History and Politics of War and Peace PACS2002, 114 105
History Exchange HSTY1801, 104 Indonesia in Search of Modernity INMS3608, 105
History Exchange HSTY1802, 104 Indonesian 1A INMS1101, 105
History Exchange HSTY2805, 104 Indonesian 1B INMS1102, 105
History Honours A HSTY4011, 104 Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours A INMS4011,
History Honours B HSTY4012, 104 105
History Honours C HSTY4013, 104 Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours B INMS4012,
105
History Honours D HSTY4014, 104
Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours C INMS4013,
History of Anthropological Thought ANTH2666, 85 105
History of Biological/Medical Sciences HPSC3002, 141 Indonesian and Malay Studies Honours D INMS4014,
History of Economic Thought ECOS3004, 10, 44, 53, 73, 105
178 Indonesian Exchange INMS2805, 105
Honours Thesis A MECO4605, 112 Indonesian Exchange INMS2806, 105
Honours Thesis B MECO4606, 112 Indonesian Exchange INMS2807, 105
Honours Thesis C MECO4607, 112 Indonesian Exchange INMS2808, 105
Honours Thesis D MECO4608, 112 Indonesian In-Country Study A INMS2650, 105
Human-Computer Interaction INFO3315, 135, 144 Indonesian In-Country Study B INMS2651, 105
Human Biochemistry (Advanced) BCHM2972, 125 Indonesian In-Country Study C INMS2652, 105
Human Biochemistry BCHM2072, 125 Indonesian In-Country Study D INMS2653, 105
Human Biology (Advanced) BIOL1903, 23, 63, 127 Indonesian In-Country Study E INMS2654, 105
Human Biology BIOL1003, 23, 63, 127 Indonesian In-Country Study F INMS2655, 105
Human Cellular Physiology (Ad): Research PHSI3906, Indonesian In-Country Study G INMS2656, 105
131, 142, 159
Indonesian In-Country Study H INMS2657, 105
408
Index by name
Industrial Organisation ECOS3005, 10, , 44, 46, 53, 57, Intermediate Financial Reporting ACCT6001, 194, 195,
73, 78, 178 199, 207, 329, 330, 331
Industrial Organization of Agribusiness AGEC4104, 165 Intermediate Greek 1 GRKA2600, 101
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours A WORK4101, 77, Intermediate Greek 2 GRKA2601, 101
190 Intermediate Italian 3 ITLN2611, 106
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours B WORK4102, 77, Intermediate Italian 4 ITLN2612, 106
190
Intermediate Latin 1 LATN2600, 109
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours C WORK4103, 77,
190 Intermediate Latin 2 LATN2601, 109
Industrial Relations & HRM Honours D WORK4104, 77, Intermediate Logic PHIL2615, 115
190 Intermediate Macroeconomics ECOS2002, 10, 44, 51,
Industrial Relations Policy WORK2203, 11, 45, 56, 76, 52, 53, 54, 59, 60, 63, 64, 68, 72, 75, 177
188 Intermediate Macroeconomics Honours ECOS2902, 10,
Industrial Relations Policy WORK6012, 243, 245, 246, 44, 51, 53, 54, 59, 63, 68, 72, 75, 177
321, 323, 325 Intermediate Microeconomics ECOS2001, 10, 44, 51,
Informatics (Advanced) INFO1903, 47, 134, 143 52, 53, 59, 60, 63, 64, 65, 68, 72, 177
Information and Coding Theory MATH3067, 137, 149 Intermediate Microeconomics Honours ECOS2901, 10,
44, 51, 53, 59, 63, 68, 72, 177
Information and Systems in Organisations INFS5000,
329, 331, 333 Internal Marketing MKTG6207, 315, 316, 317, 318
Information Protection and Assurance INFS3030, 9, 47, International & Comparative Public Admin GSOG6008,
55, 70, 185 337, 338
Information Risk, Governance & Assurance INFS6013, International &Cross-Cultural Management MMGT6005,
202, 218 309, 310, 312
Information Systems Change Management INFS6004, International Accounting ACCT6002, 195, 196, 199, 202,
196, 202, 218 207, 256, 258, 260, 353, 357
Information Systems ISYS2140, 144 International and Diplomatic History HSTY2692, 104
Information Systems Project ISYS3400, 144 International and Global Marketing MKTG6013, 196, 197,
203, 204, 220, 256, 259, 265, 354, 357
Information Systems Research A INFS6101, 196, 202,
219 International Business Alliances IBUS3101, 11, 45, 56,
77, 183
Information Systems Research B INFS6106, 196, 202,
219 International Business Alliances IBUS6004, 196, 202,
216, 255, 258, 264, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357
Innovations in Logistics & Supply Chains TPTM6270,
203, 223, 299, 302, 363, 365 International Business Finance FINC6013, 196, 201, 202,
214, 228, 231, 236, 256, 258, 262, 353, 357
Innovative Marketing Strategies MKTG6203, 315, 316,
317, 318 International Business Law LAWS6059, 269, 270, 271,
276
Insolvency Law CLAW6006, 196, 200, 209
International Business Research Methods IBUS4102,
Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch ICLS2801, 106 78, 184
Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch ICLS2802, 106 International Business Seminar IBUS4103, 78, 184
Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch ICLS2803, 106 International Business Special Project IBUS3106, 11,
Int Comparative Literary Studies Exch ICLS2804, 106 45, 56, 77, 183
Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons A ICLS4011, 106 International Business Special Project IBUS6007, 196,
202, 216, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271, 275, 354, 357
Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons B ICLS4012, 106
International Business Strategy IBUS2101, 11, 45, 56,
Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons C ICLS4013, 106 77, 183
Int Comparative Literary Studies Hons D ICLS4014, 106 International Business Strategy IBUS6001, 196, 202,
Integral Calculus and Modelling Advanced MATH1903, 215, 255, 256, 258, 263, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357
28, 47, 137, 148 International Business Thesis IBUS4104, 78, 184
Integral Calculus and Modelling MATH1003, 28, 47, 136, International Commercial Arbitration LAWS6060, 269,
147 272, 276
Integrated Marketing Communications MKTG6208, 315, International Consulting Project Part A MKTG6211, 315,
316, 317, 318 316, 317, 319
Integrated Physiology A (Advanced) PHSI2905, 153, 159 International Consulting Project Part B MKTG6212, 315,
Integrated Physiology A PHSI2005, 153, 158 316, 317
Integrated Physiology B (Advanced) PHSI2906, 159 International Corporate Governance ACCT3031, 9, 11,
43, 45, 54, 56, 69, 77, 170
Integrated Physiology B PHSI2006, 159
International Derivatives Law & Practice LAWS6911,
Integrative Neuroscience (Advanced) NEUR3904, 125, 273, 281
154, 160
International Dimensions of HRM WORK6108, 204, 225,
Integrative Neuroscience NEUR3004, 125, 154, 160 245, 247, 256, 259, 267, 269, 271, 284, 323, 326, 354,
Intellectual Property for Business CLAW2209, 9, 43, 55, 357
70, 172 International Economy and Finance ECOP1003, 49, 116
Intellectual Property Management IBUS6014, 198, 206, International Exchange Program ECOF6106, 206, 211,
217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 265, 269, 271, 275, 354, 232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
357
International Exchange Program ECOF6112, 206, 211,
Intelligent Transport & Logistic Systems TPTM6224, 203, 232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
222, 299, 301, 343, 345, 362, 365
Intermediate Corporate Finance FINC6001, 196, 201, 232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
214, 227, 228, 230, 231, 235
409
Index by name
International Exchange Program ECOF6124, 206, 211, Internship 2 ARTS2601, 88

232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 344, 363 Internship Program GSOG6006, 337, 338
International Exchange Program ECOF6206, 206, 211, Internship Project MECO3672, 112
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363
Internship Research Paper SSCI3602, 118
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363 Intimacy, Love and Friendship GCST2610, 98
International Exchange Program ECOF6218, 206, 211, Int Protection of Intellectual Property LAWS6261, 272,
232, 245, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 343, 363 278
International Exchange Program ECOF6224, 206, 211, Intro. to Artificial Intelligence (Adv) COMP3608, 133, 135
232, 246, 259, 273, 290, 300, 323, 331, 344, 363 Introduction to Ancient Greek 1 GRKA1600, 101
International Exchange Program ECOF9106, 80, 176 Introduction to Ancient Greek 2 GRKA1601, 101
International Exchange Program ECOF9112, 81, 176 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence COMP3308, 133,
International Exchange Program ECOF9118, 81, 176 135
International Exchange Program ECOF9124, 81, 177 Introduction to Asian Cultures ASNS1601, 89
International Exchange Program ECOF9206, 81, 176 Introduction to Calculus MATH1111, 28, 148
International Exchange Program ECOF9212, 81, 176 Introduction to Commercial Law LAWS6987, 270, 273,
283
International Exchange Program ECOF9218, 81
Introduction to Cultural Studies GCST1601, 92
International Exchange Program ECOF9224, 81, 177
Introduction to Digital Music Techniques MUSC2653,
International Financial Management FINC3011, 11, 45, 114
55, 56, 74, 77, 181
Introduction to Gender Studies GCST1602, 98
International Freight Transportation TPTM6440, 197,
203, 223, 256, 259, 266, 269, 271, 284, 298, 299, 303, Introduction to Geology (Advanced) GEOS1903, 135,
341, 343, 346, 350, 354, 357, 358, 361, 363, 367 139
International Humanitarian Law LAWS6218, 288, 294 Introduction to Geology GEOS1003, 135, 139
International Human Resource Management WORK2217, Introduction to IT Security INFO2315, 134, 143
11, , 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, 78, 79, 189 Introduction to Japan JPNS2660, 107
International Import/Export Laws LAWS6037, 272, 276 Introduction to Linear Algebra MATH1014, 28, 147
International Industrial Relations WORK6018, 197, 204, Introduction to Marine Biology (Adv) BIOL2918, 128, 146
224, 243, 245, 246, 256, 259, 267, 269, 271, 284, 321,
323, 325, 354, 357 Introduction to Marine Biology BIOL2018, 128, 146
International Investment Law LAWS6916, 269, 273, 281 Introduction to Modern Italian Culture ITLN1613, 106
International Law-the Use of Armed Force LAWS6062, Introduction to Old English ENGL3633, 95
290, 294 Introduction to Old Norse ENGL3635, 95
International Law I LAWS6243, 272, 273, 278 Introduction to Programming INFO1103, 47, 134, 143
International Law LAWS1018, 20, 60, 167, 191 Introduction to Socio-Legal Studies SLSS1001, 110, 118
International Logistics TPTM6260, 197, 203, 205, 222, Introduction to Sociology 1 SCLG1001, 119
256, 259, 266, 269, 271, 284, 298, 299, 302, 350, 354,
357, 358, 361, 362, 365 Introduction to Sociology 2 SCLG1002, 119
International Macroeconomics ECOS3007, 10, 11, 44, Introduction to Spanish Translation SPAN3622, 121
45, 53, 54, 56, 73, 75, 77, 178 Introduction to the Archaeology of Iran ARNE2603, 87
International Marketing MKTG3116, 11, , 45, 46, 56, 57, Introduction to US Politics USSC2602, 83
77, 79, 187
Introductory Geography (Advanced) GEOS1902, 135,
International Money and Finance ECON6008, 196, 200, 138
212, 227, 228, 229, 230, 231, 233, 256, 258, 261, 353,
357 Introductory Geography GEOS1002, 135, 138
International Organisations GOVT6116, 256, 353, 357 Introductory Hydrology LWSC2002, 162
International Petroleum Transactions LAWS6933, 273, Introductory Immunology IMMU2101, 141
281 Introductory Italian 1 ITLN1611, 106
International Politics of Human Rights GOVT6117, 256, Introductory Italian 2 ITLN1612, 106
258, 262, 353, 357
Introductory Latin 1 LATN1600, 109
International Public Management GOVT6331, 258, 263
Introductory Latin 2 LATN1601, 109
International Risk Management IBUS3102, 11, 45, 56,
77, 183 Introductory Logic PHIL1012, 115
International Securities Regulation LAWS6972, 270, 273, Introductory Macroeconomics ECON1002, 8, 10, 11, 44,
283 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 59, 63, 68, 72, 74, 75, 177
International Security GOVT6119, 287, 288, 289, 293 Introductory Microeconomics ECON1001, 7, 8, 10, 11,
15, 19, 23, 28, 240, 37, 44, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 59, 63,
International Security in 21st Century GOVT2225, 77, 68, 72, 74, 75, 177
100
Invertebrate Zoology (Advanced) BIOL2911, 127
International Studies Practicum GOVT2802, 101
Invertebrate Zoology BIOL2011, 127
International Trade ECON6023, 196, 200, 213, 227, 228,
230, 231, 234 Investments and Portfolio Management FINC3017, 11,
45, 55, 74, 181
International Trade ECOS3006, 10, 11, 44, 45, 53, 56,
73, 77, 178 IR and HRM Practice WORK2215, 11, 45, 56, 76, 189
International Trade Regulation ECOP6010, 256, 258, IS for Performance Improvement INFS2001, 8, 9, 42, 47,
262, 353, 357 52, 55, 69, 184
Internet Software Platforms ELEC3609, 135 Islam and Muslims in World History ARIS2673, 86
Internship 1 ARTS2600, 88 Islam and Politics: Modernity Challenges ARIS2674, 86
410
Index by name
Islamic Trade and Finance Law LAWS6975, 270, 273, Japan in East Asia from 1840 until Today ASNS2672,
283 89
Israel in the Modern Middle East JCTC2607, 108 Jewish Civilisation Exchange JCTC2811, 108
Issues in Indigenous History KOCR2611, 104 Jewish Civilisation Exchange JCTC2812, 108
Issues in Indigenous Rights KOCR2602, 104 Jewish Civilisation Exchange JCTC2813, 108
Issues in Korean Language KRNS2672, 109 Jewish Civilisation Exchange JCTC2814, 108
Issues in Law and International Business CLAW6007, Jewish Civilisation Exchange JCTC2816, 109
196, 200, 202, 209, 256, 258, 260, 353, 357 Jewish Civilization Exchange JCTC1801, 108
Italian Exchange ITLN1801, 107 Jewish Civilization Exchange JCTC2815, 108
Italian Exchange ITLN1802, 107 Jewish Settlement Outside Palestine JCTC1002, 108
Italian Exchange ITLN2811, 107 Jews Under the Crescent and the Cross JCTC2603, 108
Italian Exchange ITLN2812, 107 Judaic Studies Honours A JCTC4011, 109
Italian Exchange ITLN2813, 107 Judaic Studies Honours B JCTC4012, 109
Italian Exchange ITLN2814, 107 Judaic Studies Honours C JCTC4013, 109
Italian Exchange ITLN2815, 107 Judaic Studies Honours D JCTC4014, 109
Italian Exchange ITLN2816, 107 Junior French Advanced 5 FRNC1631, 97
Italian Exchange ITLN2817, 107 Junior French Advanced 6 FRNC1632, 97
Italian Honours A ITLN4011, 107 Junior French Intermediate 3 FRNC1621, 97
Italian Honours B ITLN4012, 107 Junior French Intermediate 4 FRNC1622, 97
Italian Honours C ITLN4013, 107 Junior French Introductory 1 FRNC1611, 97
Italian Honours D ITLN4014, 107 Junior French Introductory 2 FRNC1612, 97
Italian Literature: 1200-1860 ITLN3691, 107 Junior German 1 GRMN1111, 99
IT Special Project 1A INFO1911, 143 Junior German 2 GRMN1122, 99
IT Special Project 1B INFO1912, 143 Junior German 3 GRMN1211, 99
IT Special Project 2B INFO2912, 144 Junior German 5 GRMN1311, 99
IT Special Project 3B INFO3912, 144 Junior Modern Greek 1 MGRK1601, 112
J Junior Modern Greek 2 MGRK1602, 112
Japanese 1 JPNS1611, 107 Junior Modern Greek 3 MGRK1621, 112
Japanese 2 JPNS1612, 107 Junior Modern Greek 4 MGRK1622, 112
Japanese 3 JPNS2611, 107 K
Japanese 4 JPNS2612, 107 Key Legal Concepts in Finance Law LAWS6955, 270,
Japanese 5 JPNS2621, 107 273, 282
Japanese 6 JPNS2622, 107 Korean 1 KRNS1621, 109
Japanese Cinema JPNS3675, 108 Korean 6 KRNS3622, 109
Japanese Exchange 3 JPNS2811, 108 Korean Exchange KRNS1801, 109
Japanese Exchange 4 JPNS2812, 108 Korean Honours A KRNS4011, 109
Japanese Exchange 5 JPNS2813, 108 Korean Honours B KRNS4012, 109
Japanese Exchange 6 JPNS2814, 108 Korean Honours C KRNS4013, 109
Japanese Exchange 7 JPNS2815, 108 Korean Honours D KRNS4014, 109
Japanese Exchange JPNS1801, 108 Korean In-Country Study A KRNS2681, 109
Japanese Exchange JPNS1802, 108 Korean In-Country Study B KRNS2682, 109
Japanese Honours A JPNS4011, 108 Korean Studies Exchange KRNS2811, 109
Japanese Honours B JPNS4012, 108 Korean Studies Exchange KRNS2812, 109
Japanese Honours C JPNS4013, 108 Korean Studies Exchange KRNS2813, 109
Japanese Honours D JPNS4014, 108 Korean Studies Exchange KRNS2814, 109
Japanese Law and the Economy LAWS6901, 269, 272, Korean Studies Exchange KRNS2815, 109
280
Japanese Law LAWS6879, 269, 272, 280
L
Japanese Media Culture and New Japan JPNS2672, Laboratory Methods ARCA2601, 86
107 Labour Economics ECOS3008, 10, , 44, 46, 53, 57, 73,
Japanese Society JPNS3673, 108 78, 178
Japanese Sociolinguistics JPNS2671, 107 Lagrangian & Hamiltonian Dynamics (Adv) MATH3977,
149
Japan In-Country Study 1 JPNS3841, 108
Land and Water Ecochemistry AGCH3032, 123, 162
Japan In-Country Study 2 JPNS3842, 108
411
Index by name
Language, Texts and Time ENGL1007, 94 Linguistics Honours C LNGS4013, 111

Language and Social Context LNGS1002, 110 Linguistics Honours D LNGS4014, 111
Language Variation and Change LNGS2612, 110 Literature and Cinema ENGL2638, 94
Latin American Culture 1 SPAN2622, 120 Literature and Theatre FRNC2615, 97
Latin American Film and Literature SPAN3621, 121 Lived Experience in Modern China HSTY2673, 104
Latin Epic 2 LATN3602, 110 Living in Colonial Australia HSTY2619, 103
Latin Exchange LATN1801, 110 Living Memory: Popular Uses of the Past HSTY2627,
103
Latin Exchange LATN1802, 110
Living Systems (Advanced) BIOL1902, 23, 63, 127
Living Systems BIOL1002, 23, 63, 127
Logic and Foundations MATH3065, 149
Logistics and Supply Chain Management TPTM5001,
Latin Exchange LATN2810, 110 193, 196, 199, 203, 221, 255, 258, 266, 297, 298, 299,
Latin Exchange LATN2811, 110 300, 341, 343, 344, 349, 350, 353, 358, 361, 362, 363
Latin Honours A LATN4011, 110 Logistics in Humanitarian Aid Projects TPTM6390, 197,
203, 223, 256, 259, 266, 288, 290, 294, 298, 299, 303,
Latin Honours B LATN4012, 110 341, 343, 346, 350, 354, 357, 358, 361, 363, 366
Latin Honours C LATN4013, 110 Logistics Systems TPTM6190, 197, 203, 222, 298, 299,
Latin Honours D LATN4014, 110 301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 364
Latin Imperial Poetry LATN3603, 110 Love, Sex and Poetry in Ancient Rome ANHS2617, 84
Latin Republican Prose LATN3605, 110 Love and Desire in Early Modern England ENGL2658,
94
Law, Justice and Development LAWS6928, 269, 273,
281 Love in Different Languages ICLS2621, 105
Law and Contemporary Society SLSS1003, 110, 118 Love in Italian Culture ITLN3695, 107
Law and Economics ECOS3015, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179 Lu Xun and China's Modern Literature CHNS3633, 91
Law and Investment in Asia LAWS6932, 270, 273, 281 M
Law and Social Theory SCLG2615, 119
Macroeconomics Analysis 1 ECON6002, 229, 233
Law of Economic Integration in the EU LAWS6982, 270,
273, 283 Macroeconomics Analysis 2 ECON6902, 230, 235
Law of International Institutions LAWS6977, 270, 273, Macroeconomic Theory ECON5002, 194, 195, 196, 199,
283 200, 212, 227, 229, 233, 255, 261, 329, 331, 333, 357
Leadership EMBA6002, 239, 240 Major Development Project (Advanced) INFO3600, 135,
144
Leadership in Organisations WORK2222, 11, , 45, 46,
56, 57, 76, 78, 79, 189 Management Accounting A ACCT2012, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54,
69, 170
Leadership in Organisations WORK6130, 197, 204, 225,
244, 245, 248, 321, 323, 327 Management Accounting B ACCT3012, 8, 9, 43, 52, 54,
69, 170
Leading Public Sector Change ANZG6010, 340
Management and Organisational Ethics WORK2219, 11,
Learning and Behaviour PSYC3011, 154, 161 , 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, 79, 189
Legal Environment of Business CLAW5001, 193, 194, Management and Organisations WORK5003, 193, 197,
195, 198, 200, 209, 255, 257, 260, 329, 330, 332, 349, 199, 204, 206, 224, 255, 258, 266, 321, 323, 325, 349,
353, 357 353, 357
Legal Ethics and the Professions CLAW2207, 70, 172 Management Consulting WORK6111, 198, 244, 321
Legal Reasoning & the Common Law System Management Control Systems ACCT6005, 195, 199,
LAWS6252, 271, 278 207
Legal Regulation of Employment CLAW3207, 9, 44, 55, Management Decision Making ECMT6510, 197, 205,
71, 173 210, 227, 228, 230, 231, 233
Legal Research II LAWS1019, 20, 60, 168, 192 Management Decision Sciences Honours A ECMT4601,
Legal Research I LAWS1013, 20, 60, 167, 191 80, 176
Linear Algebra (Advanced) MATH1902, 28, 47, 136, 148 Management Decision Sciences Honours B ECMT4602,
80, 176
Linear Algebra MATH1002, 28, 47, 136, 147
Management Decision Sciences Honours C ECMT4603,
Linear Mathematics & Vector Calculus Adv MATH2961, 80, 176
148
Management Decision Sciences Honours D ECMT4604,
Linear Mathematics and Vector Calculus MATH2061, 80, 176
148
Management of IT Projects and Systems INFO3402, 47,
Linguistic Issues in Migration ITLN3685, 106 135, 144
Linguistics Exchange LNGS1801, 111 Management Science ECMT2620, 10, , 44, 48, 54, 57,
Linguistics Exchange LNGS2805, 111 71, 80, 174
Linguistics Exchange LNGS2806, 111 Management Science Models and Methods ECMT3610,
10, , 44, 48, 54, 57, 72, 80, 175
Linguistics Exchange LNGS2809, 111
Managerial Accounting & Decision Making ACCT5002,
Linguistics Exchange LNGS2810, 111 199, 207, 330, 331
Linguistics Exchange LNGS2811, 111 Managerial Decision Making ECMT2630, 10, , 44, 48,
Linguistics Exchange LNGS2812, 111 54, 57, 71, 80, 174
Linguistics Honours A LNGS4011, 111 Managerial Economics MMGT6002, 307, 308, 309, 310,
311
Linguistics Honours B LNGS4012, 111
412
Index by name
Managerial Firms: Evolution & Attributes ECOS2306, 72, Math Computing and Nonlinear Systems MATH2063,
78, 178 148
Managing - Organisational Sustainability ANZG6018, Mathematical Computing (Advanced) MATH3976, 133,
340 138, 149
Managing Business Intelligence INFS6018, 196, 202, Mathematical Computing MATH3076, 133, 137, 149
219 Mathematical Economics A ECOS2903, 10, 44, 53, 73,
Managing Communication in Organisations WORK6118, 178
197, 204, 205, 225, 244, 245, 247, 321, 323, 326 Mathematical Methods of Econ Analysis ECON6003,
Managing Digital Innovation Projects INFS3060, 9, 47, 229, 233
55, 70, 185 Mathematical Modelling MATH1013, 28, 147
Managing Diversity at Work WORK6115, 197, 204, 225, Mathematics (Special Studies Program) A MATH1906,
243, 245, 247, 321, 323, 326 28, 148
Managing Growth EMBA6005, 239, 240, 241 Mathematics (Special Studies Program) B MATH1907,
Managing HR and Knowledge Systems WORK6117, 28, 148
197, 244, 321 Measure Theory & Fourier Analysis (Adv) MATH3969,
Managing Information and Systems INFS6001, 194, 196, 137, 149
201, 218, 329, 331, 333 Mechanics of Solids 2 MECH3361, 152
Managing International Risk IBUS6003, 196, 202, 216, Media, Law and Ethics MECO3603, 111
255, 258, 263, 269, 271, 274, 353, 357
Media and Communications Exchange MECO2805, 111
Managing Public Expenditure GSOG6004, 335, 336, 337,
338, 340 Media and Communications Exchange MECO2806, 111
Manipulation & Abuse: Global Secur Mkts LAWS6944, Media and Communications Exchange MECO2807, 111
273, 281 Media and Communications Exchange MECO2808, 111
Manufacturing Logistics TPTM6370, 197, 203, 223, 298, Media and Communications Honours A MECO4011, 112
299, 303, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
Media and Communications Honours B MECO4012, 112
Maps, Time and Visualisation ARCA2606, 86
Media and Communications Honours C MECO4013, 112
Marine Biology (Advanced) BIOL3913, 129, 145, 147
Media and Communications Honours D MECO4014, 112
Marine Biology BIOL3013, 129, 145, 146
Media and Communications Internship MECO3671, 112
Marine Field Ecology (Advanced) BIOL3908, 129, 144,
147 Media Discourse LNGS3692, 111
Marine Field Ecology BIOL3008, 129, 144, 146 Media Globalisation MECO3605, 112
Maritime Logistics TPTM6200, 197, 203, 222, 298, 299, Media in Contemporary Society SCLG2606, 119
301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 364 Media Politics GOVT2603, 101
Market and Price Analysis AGEC2101, 46, 165 Media Relations MECO2603, 111
Marketing Channels and Logistics MKTG2010, , 46, 57 Medical and Applied Virology (Advanced) VIRO3902,
Marketing Communications MKTG3112, , 46, 57, 79, 186 143, 151
Marketing Communications MKTG6005, 197, 204, 220 Medical and Applied Virology VIRO3002, 143, 150, 151
Marketing Honours A MKTG4101, 79, 187 Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry (Adv) BCHM3982,
126, 131, 142
Marketing Honours B MKTG4102, 79, 187
Medical and Metabolic Biochemistry BCHM3082, 126,
Marketing Honours C MKTG4103, 79, 188 131, 142
Marketing Honours D MKTG4104, 79, 188 Medical Anthropology ANTH2627, 84
Marketing in the Asia-Pacific Region MKTG6019, 256, Medico-Legal and Forensic Criminology SLSS2603, 118
259, 354, 357
Medieval Heroes and Heroines MDST2611, 112
Marketing in the Global Economy MKTG6205, 315, 316,
317, 318 Medieval Studies Honours A MDST4011, 112
Marketing Principles MKTG1001, , 46, 57, 79, 186 Medieval Studies Honours B MDST4012, 112
Marketing Principles MKTG5001, 193, 197, 198, 204, Medieval Studies Honours C MDST4013, 112
219, 255, 257, 265, 349, 353, 357 Medieval Studies Honours D MDST4014, 112
Marketing Research Concepts MKTG6001, 197, 204, Meditation and Self Transformation RLST2623, 117
220
Membranes, Self Assembly & Surfaces(Adv) CHEM3916,
Marketing Research for Decision Makers MKTG6202, 151
315, 316, 317, 318
Membranes, Self Assembly and Surfaces CHEM3116,
Marketing Research MKTG2113, , 46, 57, 79, 186 133, 151
Marketing Strategy and Planning MKTG3118, , 46, 57, Memory of the World: Key Films ARHT2653, 88
79, 187
Mergers and Acquisitions FINC3013, 11, 45, 55, 74, 181
Marketing Strategy MKTG6003, 197, 204, 220
Mergers and Acquisitions FINC6017, 196, 201, 215, 228,
Market Structure and Strategic Behaviour ECON6006, 231, 237
196, 200, 212, 227, 228, 229, 231, 233
Metal Complexes: Medic. & Mater. (Adv) CHEM3914,
Masculinity, Mateship and Men's Lives GCST2609, 98 133
Mass Media in East Asia ASNS2670, 89 Metal Complexes: Medicine and Materials CHEM3114,
Material Culture ARNE2691, 87 133
Materials 2 MECH3362, 152 Metaphor and Meaning ENGL3612, 95
Materials Chemistry (Adv) CHEM3912, 132, 151 Metric Spaces (Advanced) MATH3961, 149
Materials Chemistry CHEM3112, 132, 151 Microbes in Infection (Advanced) MICR3911, 131, 142,
150
Math Computing & Nonlinear Systems (Adv) MATH2963,
148 Microbes in Infection MICR3011, 131, 142, 150
413
Index by name
Microbes in Society (Advanced) MICR2922, 150 Molecular Biology and Genetics (Adv) MBLG1901, 23,
63, 125, 127, 151
Microbes in Society MICR2022, 150
Molecular Biology and Genetics (Intro) MBLG1001, 23,
Microbes in the Environment MICR2024, 150, 150 63, 125, 127, 151
Microbial Biotechnology (Advanced) MICR3922, 131 Molecular Biology and Genetics A (Adv) MBLG2971,
Microbial Biotechnology MICR3022, 131 151, 152
Microbial Life (Advanced) MICR2921, 150 Molecular Biology and Genetics A MBLG2071, 151, 152
Microbial Life MICR2021, 150 Molecular Biology and Genetics B (Adv) MBLG2972,
151, 153
Microeconomics Analysis 1 ECON6001, 229, 233
Molecular Biology and Genetics B MBLG2072, 151, 152
Microeconomics Analysis 2 ECON6901, 230, 235
Molecular Biology of Pathogens (Adv) MICR3912, 131
Microeconomic Theory ECON5001, 194, 196, 200, 212,
227, 229, 233, 255, 257, 261, 329, 331, 333, 357 Molecular Biology of Pathogens MICR3012, 131
Microscopy & Histochemistry Practical HSTO3002, 124, Molecular Microbiology Concepts (Adv) MICR3932, 150
130 Molecular Microbiology Concepts MICR3032, 150
Microscopy & Histochemistry Theory HSTO3001, 124, Molecular Microbiology Research Skills MICR3042, 150
130
Molecular Micro Research Skills (Adv) MICR3942, 150
Middle East Conflict and Security CISS6013, 256, 258,
260, 269, 271, 274, 287, 289, 292, 353, 357 Molecular Reactivity & Spectroscopy Adv CHEM2911,
132
Middle Welsh 1 CLST2604, 90
Molecular Reactivity & Spectroscopy SSP CHEM2915,
Middle Welsh 2 CLST2603, 90 132
Migration and Migrant Cultures ANTH2628, 84 Molecular Reactivity and Spectroscopy CHEM2401, 132
Mind and Morality HSC PHIL1016, 115 Molecular Spectroscopy & Quantum Theory CHEM3117,
Minoans and Mycenaens ARCA2610, 86 133
MMgt Business Project A MMGT6009, 307, 309, 312 Monetary Economics ECOS3010, 10, 44, 53, 54, 73, 75,
179
MMgt Business Project B MMGT6010, 307, 310, 312
Monsters & Ghosts: Japanese Fantasy & SF JPNS3676,
Modern and Contemporary Asian Art ARHT2640, 88 108
Modern Cinema: Modes of Viewing ARHT2655, 88 Moral Psychology PHIL2623, 115
Modern European History 1750-1914 HSTY1045, 103 Morphology LNGS3603, 111
Modern Greek Art MGRK2655, 113 Musculoskeletal Anatomy ANAT3008, 124
Modern Greek Exchange MGRK2811, 113 Musical Alchemy MUSC3622, 114
Modern Greek Exchange MGRK2812, 113 Music and Everyday Life MUSC2631, 113
Modern Greek Exchange MGRK2813, 113 Music Exchange MUSC2810, 114
Modern Greek Honours A MGRK4011, 113 Music Honours A MUSC4011, 114
Modern Greek Honours B MGRK4012, 113 Music Honours B MUSC4012, 114
Modern Greek Honours C MGRK4013, 113 Music Honours C MUSC4013, 114
Modern Greek Honours D MGRK4014, 113 Music Honours D MUSC4014, 114
Modern Irish Language and Culture 1 CLST2610, 90 Music in Western Culture MUSC1506, 113
Modern Irish Language and Culture 2 CLST2611, 90 Music Journalism MUSC3639, 114
Modern Irish Linguistics CLST2607, 90 Music of Bach MUSC2685, 114
Modernity in Asia ASNS1602, 89 Musicology MUSC3609, 114
Modernity in Crisis PHIL2632, 115 Myths, Legends and Heroes ENGL2657, 94
Modern Japanese Literary Masterpieces JPNS2670, 107
Modern Japanese Social History ASNS2632, 89
N
Modern Korea ASNS2642, 89 Narrating the Fictive Self ENGL1026, 94
Modern Rhetoric ENGL2652, 94 Narrating Trauma ENGL3658, 95
Modern Times: Art and Film ARHT1002, 88 Narratives of Romance and Adventure ENGL1002, 94
Modern Welsh Language and Culture 1 CLST2608, 90 National and Transnational Cinemas ARHT2656, 88
Modern Welsh Language and Culture 2 CLST2609, 90 Nationalism HSTY2659, 104
Modules and Group Representations (Adv) MATH3966, Natural Hazards: a GIS Approach Advanced GEOS2911,
149 136, 138, 140
Mol. Spectroscopy & Quantum Theory (Adv) CHEM3917, Natural Hazards: a GIS Approach GEOS2111, 136, 138,
133 139
Mol Biology & Biochemistry- Proteins Adv BCHM3981, Near Eastern Ancient Civilisations ARCA2608, 86
126, 130, 142 Neuropharmacology (Advanced) PCOL3922, 153, 155
Mol Biology & Biochemistry- Proteins BCHM3081, 126, Neuropharmacology PCOL3022, 153, 154
130, 141
Neuroscience: Motor Systems & Behav. Adv NEUR3902,
Molecular and Cellular Immunology (Adv) IMMU3902, 124, 153, 159
141
Neuroscience: Motor Systems & Behaviour NEUR3002,
Molecular and Cellular Immunology IMMU3102, 141 124, 153, 159
Molecular Biology & Biochem- Genes (Adv) BCHM3971, Neuroscience: Special Senses (Advanced) NEUR3901,
126, 130, 141 124, 153, 159
414
Index by name
Neuroscience: Special Senses NEUR3001, 124, 153, Perceptual Systems PSYC3013, 154, 162
159 Performance: Production & Interpretation PRFM2602,
New Business Opportunities and Startups IBUS6011, 114
206, 217, 251, 252, 253, 256, 259, 264, 269, 271, 275, Performance and Rewards WORK6030, 243, 245, 246,
354, 357 321, 323, 326
New Product Development MKTG6004, 197, 204, 205, Performance Production Internship PRFM3620, 115
220
Performance Studies Exchange PRFM1801, 115
New Products Marketing MKTG3114, , 46, 57, 79, 186
New Security Challenges CISS6001, 287, 288, 289, 291
New Testament Greek and its World A MGRK2675, 113
New York, New York HSTY2670, 104
Number Theory and Cryptography Advanced)
MATH2988, 148 Performance Studies Exchange PRFM2812, 115
Number Theory and Cryptography MATH2068, 148 Performance Studies Honours A PRFM4011, 115
O Performance Studies Honours B PRFM4012, 115
Performance Studies Honours C PRFM4013, 115
Object Oriented Design INFO3220, 135, 144
Performance Studies Honours D PRFM4014, 115
Oceans, Coasts and Climate Change (Adv) GEOS2915,
138, 140, 146 Personality and Intelligence 1 PSYC2014, 161
Oceans, Coasts and Climate Change GEOS2115, 138, Personality and Intelligence 2 PSYC3015, 162
140, 146 Personal Taxation LAWS3047, 8
Old Irish 1 CLST2606, 90 Pharmacology: Drugs and People PCOL2012, 153, 154
Old Irish 2 CLST2602, 90 Pharmacology Fundamentals PCOL2011, 153, 154
Online Media MECO3602, 111 Philosophy and Literature PHIL2646, 116
Operating Systems and Machine Principles COMP2129, Philosophy and Psychiatry PHIL2627, 115
134, 143
Philosophy Exchange PHIL1801, 116
Operating Systems Internals COMP3520, 135
Philosophy Exchange PHIL2804, 116
Operations Management ECMT2640, 10, , 44, 48, 54,
57, 71, 80, 174 Philosophy Exchange PHIL2805, 116
Optics/Astrophysics/Physics Lab (Adv) PHYS3966, 158 Philosophy Exchange PHIL2806, 116
Optics/Astrophysics/Physics Lab PHYS3066, 158 Philosophy Exchange PHIL2810, 116
Optimisation & Financial Mathematics Adv MATH2970, Philosophy Exchange PHIL2811, 116
137, 148 Philosophy Exchange PHIL2812, 116
Optimisation and Financial Mathematics MATH2070, 47, Philosophy Honours A PHIL4011, 116
137, 148
Philosophy Honours B PHIL4012, 116
Organic Structure and Reactivity (Adv) CHEM3911, 132
Philosophy Honours C PHIL4013, 116
Organic Structure and Reactivity CHEM3111, 132
Philosophy Honours D PHIL4014, 116
Organisational Analysis and Behaviour WORK2209, 11,
, 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, 78, 188 Philosophy of Law PHIL2645, 116
Organisational Analysis and Behaviour WORK6001, 197, Philosophy of Mind PHIL2643, 116
204, 224, 244, 245, 246, 321, 323, 325 Philosophy of Religion: East and West RLST2613, 117
Organisational Analysis WORK6001, 197, 204, 224, 244, Phonetics LNGS2620, 110
245, 246, 321, 323, 325
Phonology LNGS2621, 110
Organisational Change and Development WORK6026,
197, 198, 204, 206, 224, 244, 245, 246, 321, 323, 326 Physics 1 (Environmental & Life Science) PHYS1004,
155
Organisational Communication WORK2221, 11, , 45, 46,
56, 57, 76, 79, 189 Physics 1 (Fundamentals) PHYS1002, 23, 63, 155
Organisational Logistics TPTM6115, 197, 203, 221, 297, Physics 1 (Regular) PHYS1001, 23, 63, 155
298, 299, 300, 341, 343, 344, 349, 358, 361, 362, 363 Physics 1 (Technological) PHYS1003, 23, 63, 155
Organisational Sustainability WORK6033, 197, 204, 224, Physics 1A (Advanced) PHYS1901, 23, 63, 155
243, 244, 245, 247, 321, 323, 326
Physics 1B (Advanced) PHYS1902, 23, 63, 155
P Physics 2A (Advanced) PHYS2911, 155
Palestine: Roman Rule to Islam JCTC1001, 108 Physics 2A PHYS2011, 155
Pali A PALI1001, 114 Physics 2B (Advanced) PHYS2912, 155
Pali B PALI1002, 114 Physics 2B PHYS2012, 155
Panel Data Econometrics ECMT6007, 227 Plant, Cell and Environment (Advanced) PLNT3901, 161
Partial Differential Equations (Intro) MATH2065, 148 Plant, Cell and Environment PLNT3001, 160
Partial Differential Equations Intro Adv MATH2965, 148 Plant Biochem & Molecular Biology (Adv) PLNT2901,
Pathogenesis of Human Disease 1 CPAT3201, 130, 142 128, 160
Pathogenesis of Human Disease 2 CPAT3202, 130, 142 Plant Biochemistry and Molecular Biology PLNT2001,
127, 160
PDEs and Waves (Advanced) MATH3978, 134, 138, 149
Plant Disease PPAT3003, 161
PDEs and Waves MATH3078, 134, 138, 149
Plant Form and Function (Advanced) PLNT2903, 128,
People, Work and Employment WORK5002, 243, 244, 160
245, 246, 321, 323, 325
Plant Form and Function PLNT2003, 128, 160
People and Organisations WORK2218, 11, , 45, 46, 56,
76, 78, 189
415
Index by name
Plant Growth and Development (Advanced) PLNT3902, Programming Languages and Paradigms COMP3109,
161 135
Plant Growth and Development PLNT3002, 161 Project Management ANZG6019, 340
Plasma Phys./Thermodynamics/Biophys(Adv) Project Management INFS5001, 193, 194, 196, 197, 198,
PHYS3959, 157 201, 205, 217, 255, 257, 265, 349, 353, 357
Plasma Physics/Thermodynamics/Biophysics PHYS3059, Project Management in Practice INFS6030, 197, 205,
157 219
Playing Politics PRFM3603, 114 Project Management in Supply Chains TPTM6310, 197,
203, 223, 298, 299, 302, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
Policy Analysis GOVT2552, 100
Project Planning and Management ECMT3640, 10, , 44,
Policy in Practice: Delivering Value GSOG6001, 337 48, 54, 57, 72, 80, 175
Policy Making, Power and Politics GOVT6316, 288, 290, Protein Biochemistry (Advanced) BCHM2971, 125
293
Protein Biochemistry BCHM2071, 125
Political Analysis GOVT2991, 101
Proteomics and Functional Genomics (Adv) BCHM3992,
Political Economy Exchange ECOP1551, 117 126
Political Economy Exchange ECOP1552, 117 Proteomics and Functional Genomics BCHM3092, 126
Political Economy Exchange ECOP2550, 117 Psychology & Psychiatry: History & Phil HPSC3023, 141,
Political Economy Exchange ECOP2551, 117 161, 162
Political Economy Exchange ECOP2552, 117 Psychology 1001 PSYC1001, 161
Political Economy Exchange ECOP3551, 117 Psychology 1002 PSYC1002, 161
Political Economy Exchange ECOP3552, 117 Psychology of Peak Performance PSYC4731, 323, 325
Political Economy Exchange ECOP3553, 117 Public Archaeology ARPH2616, 87
Political Economy Honours A ECOP4001, 117 Public Economics ECON6010, 196, 200, 212, 227, 228,
229, 231, 234
Political Economy Honours B ECOP4002, 117
Public Finance ECOS3011, 10, 44, 53, 73, 179
Political Economy Honours C ECOP4003, 117
Public International Law LAWS6243, 278
Political Economy Honours D ECOP4004, 117
Public Law LAWS1021, 20, 60, 168, 192
Political Economy Honours II ECOP2911, 116
Public Management and Governance GOVT6331, 256,
Political Economy of Development ECOP3014, 11, 45, 354, 357
56, 77, 116
Public Relations Management MKTG3119, , 46, 57, 79,
Political Economy of the Environment ECOP3015, 116 187
Politics of China GOVT2424, 100 Public Sector Accounting ACCT6118, 195, 199, 208
Politics of International Economic Rels GOVT2221, 77, Public Sector Leadership GSOG6002, 335, 336, 337
100
Public Sector Management and Governance GOVT2557,
Politics of the World Economy GOVT6125, 256, 258, 101
262, 353, 357
Public Sector Management GOVT2557, 101
Popular China ASNS3618, 89
Public Transport Policy and Planning TPTM6240, 298,
Popular Music and the Moving Image MUSC2664, 114 299, 302, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 365
Population and Security CISS6008, 287, 289, 291
Portfolio Theory and its Applications FINC6009, 196,
Q
201, 214, 228, 231, 236 Qualitative Research Methods ECOF7903, 369, 374
Portraits of Medieval Women HSTY2682, 104 Quantitative Finance FINC6000, 196, 197, 201, 205, 214,
Positive Organisational Coaching PSYC4727, 321, 323, 227, 228, 230, 231, 235
324 Quantitative Methods for Social Science SCLG3603, 120
Postwar Australian Art and Film ARHT2633, 88 Quantitative Methods in Economics ECON1003, 72
Power, Politics and Society SCLG2621, 120 Quantitative Planning Methods AGEC4108, 166
Power and Money in Global Society INGS1001, 106 Quantitative Research Methods ECOF7902, 369, 374
Power GOVT3993, 101 Quantum Mechanics & Physics Lab PHYS3060, 152,
Power in Society GOVT1104, 100 157
Practical Ethics PHIL2617, 115 Quantum Mechanics & Special Project(Adv) PHYS3961,
157
Pragmatism PHIL3615, 116
Quantum Mechanics and Physics Lab (Adv) PHYS3960,
Principles of Econometrics ECMT5001, 193, 194, 197, 152, 157
198, 205, 209, 227, 229, 232, 255, 257, 260, 329, 331,
332, 349, 353, 357 R
Principles of Histology ANAT2008, 124 Race, Racism and Indigenous Australia KOCR3602, 105
Principles of Media Writing MECO1003, 111 Race and Ethnic Relations ANTH2629, 84
Private Equity ECON6024, 196, 200, 213, 227, 228, 230, Radio Broadcasting MECO2601, 111
231, 234, 256, 258, 261, 353, 357
Railway Planning and Operations TPTM6222, 298, 299,
Private International Law LAWS6948, 270, 273, 282 301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 365
Probability and Statistical Models (Adv) STAT2911, 47, Re-presenting Australia in Music MUSC2651, 113
137, 162
Reading Comprehension and Text Study GRMN2631,
Production Economics AGEC2103, 46, 165 99
Production Horticulture HORT3005, 161 Reading Ethnography ANTH3602, 85
Professional French FRNC2655, 97 Reading Greek 1 GRKA2620, 101
Reading Greek 2 GRKA2621, 101
416
Index by name
Reading Latin 1 LATN2620, 109 Research Project GSOG6007, 337, 338

Reading Latin 2 LATN2621, 109 Research Project II TPTM6330, 302, 346, 366
Reading Poetry ENGL2650, 94 Research Project I TPTM6300, 298, 299, 302, 341, 343,
346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
Reading Sexuality ENGL2627, 94
Research Project TPTM6330, 302, 346, 366
Reading the Nation: Modern U.S. Writing ENGL2660, 95
Research Skills GCST4102, 93, 98
Real and Complex Analysis (Advanced) MATH2962, 148
Research Tools at Work WORK6008, 243, 321
Reality, Ethics and Beauty PHIL1011, 115
Resource Economics 1 RSEC1031, 166
Reality, Time & Possibility: Metaphysics PHIL2622, 115
Retail Logistics Management TPTM6380, 197, 203, 223,
Real Property LAWS2017, 20, 60 298, 299, 303, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
Reasoning, Argument and Explanation PHIL7841, 288 Rethinking Religion RLST3601, 117
Reawakening Australian Languages KOCR3607, 105 Reverse Logistics and Closed Loop SCM TPTM6210,
Recruitment and Selection WORK6031, 243, 321 197, 203, 222, 298, 299, 301, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358,
361, 362, 364
Reform, Revolution and Post Communism GOVT2446,
100 Rhythms and Sounds of Latin America MUSC3640, 114
Regional Development & Environment (Adv) GEOS3913, Rings, Fields and Galois Theory (Adv) MATH3962, 149
136, 139 Rivers: Science, Policy and Management GEOS3018,
Regional Development and Environment GEOS3513, 136, 139, 145, 147
136, 139 Rivers: Science and Management (Adv) GEOS3918,
Regionalisms in Europe & the Middle East EUST2612, 136, 139, 145, 147
96
Regression Modelling ECMT2110, 10, , 44, 48, 52, 53,
S
54, 57, 60, 64, 65, 71, 80, 174 Sanskrit Advanced 1 SANS3601, 118
Regulation at Work WORK2227, 11, , 45, 46, 56, 57, 76, Sanskrit Advanced 2 SANS3602, 118
79, 190
Sanskrit Intermediate 1 SANS2601, 118
Regulation of Capital Markets CLAW2203, 9, 43, 55
Sanskrit Intermediate 2 SANS2602, 118
Regulation of Capital Markets CLAW6005, 195
Sanskrit Introductory 1 SANS1001, 118
Regulation of Mergers and Acquisitions CLAW3206, 9,
44, 55, 71, 173 Sanskrit Introductory 2 SANS1002, 118
Regulatory Environment and Ethics MKTG6206, 317, Sanskrit IV Honours A SANS4001, 118
318 Sanskrit IV Honours B SANS4002, 118
Rehearsal Studies PRFM3961, 115 Sanskrit IV Honours C SANS4003, 118
Rehearsal to Performance PRFM3962, 115 Sanskrit IV Honours D SANS4004, 118
Religion & Society: Conversion & Culture HSTY2601, Sanskrit Research Preparation 2 SANS3612, 118
103
Science, Technology and Social Change SCLG2610,
Religion and Violence, Faith and Blood RLST2620, 117 119
Religious Studies Exchange RLST1801, 117 Science and Ethics HPSC3024, 141
Religious Studies Exchange RLST2804, 117 Science and Society HPSC3022, 140, 141
Religious Studies Exchange RLST2805, 117 Scientific Computing (Advanced) COSC3911, 133, 158
Religious Studies Exchange RLST2806, 117 Scientific Computing COSC3011, 133, 158
Religious Studies Exchange RLST2809, 117 Scottish Identity, History and Culture CLST2612, 90
Religious Studies Exchange RLST2810, 118 Self and Society SCLG2612, 119
Religious Studies Honours A RLST4011, 118 Semantics and Pragmatics LNGS3601, 110
Religious Studies Honours B RLST4012, 118 Senior French Advanced 5 FRNC3621, 97
Religious Studies Honours C RLST4013, 118 Senior French Advanced 6 FRNC3622, 97
Religious Studies Honours D RLST4014, 118 Senior French Advanced 7 FRNC3631, 97
Religious Traditions of South Asia ASNS2626, 118 Senior French Intermediate 1 FRNC2611, 97
Renaissance and Reformation (1498-1648) HSTY1031, Senior French Intermediate 2 FRNC2612, 97
103
Senior French Intermediate 3 FRNC2621, 97
Representations of Southern Italy ITLN3681, 106
Senior French Intermediate 4 FRNC2622, 97
Research Design ECOF7901, 369, 374
Senior German 1 GRMN2611, 99
Research Design GOVT6139, 288, 290, 293
Research Essay 1 CISS6009, 288, 290, 292
Research Essay 2 CISS6010, 288, 290, 292
Research Essay WORK6120, 244, 245, 248, 321, 323,
327 Senior German 5 GRMN2615, 99
Research in Australasian Archaeology ARCA3601, 87 Senior German 6 GRMN2616, 99
Researching Digital Cultures ARIN3620, 93 Senior German 7 GRMN2617, 99
Researching Work and Organisations WORK3922, 11, Senior German 8 GRMN2618, 99
45, 56, 76, 190 Senior Italian 3 ITLN2631, 106
Research in Political Economy ECOP3912, 117 Senior Italian 4 ITLN2632, 106
Research Issues in Roman Studies ANHS3611, 84 Senior Italian 5 ITLN3611, 106
Research Methods in French Studies FRNC2666, 97 Senior Italian 6 ITLN3612, 106
Research Preparation GOVT3994, 101 Senior Italian 7 ITLN3631, 106
417
Index by name
Senior Modern Greek 1 MGRK2601, 112 Sociology Honours C SCLG4013, 120

Senior Modern Greek 2 MGRK2602, 113 Sociology Honours D SCLG4014, 120
Services Marketing MKTG3117, , 46, 57, 79, 187 Sociology of Childhood and Youth SCLG2613, 119
Services Marketing MKTG6103, 197, 204, 221 Sociology of Friendship SCLG2625, 120
Sex, Violence and Transgression GCST2604, 98 Sociology of Health and Illness SCLG2603, 119
Sex and Scandal HSTY2629, 103 Sociology of Knowledge SCLG2622, 120
Shakespeare ENGL2640, 94 Sociology of Religion SCLG2626, 120
SMTP Elective I SMTP3007, 168, 192 Sociology of Sport SCLG2619, 119
Social Activism in Southeast Asia ASNS2663, 89 Sociology of Terror SCLG2623, 120
Social Anthropology Exchange ANTH1801, 85 Software Development Project COMP3615, 47, 135
Social Anthropology Exchange ANTH1802, 85 Soil Biology PPAT4005, 161, 162
Social Anthropology Exchange ANTH2804, 85 Soil Properties and Processes SOIL2003, 162
Social Anthropology Exchange ANTH2805, 85 Sounds, Screens, Speakers: Music & Media MUSC1507,
113
Social Anthropology Exchange ANTH2806, 85
Southeast Asia: Dilemmas of Development GOVT2119,
Social Anthropology Exchange ANTH2810, 85 100
Social Anthropology Exchange ANTH2811, 85 Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons A SPAN4011,
Social Anthropology Honours A ANTH4011, 85 121
Social Anthropology Honours B ANTH4012, 85 Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons B SPAN4012,
121
Social Anthropology Honours C ANTH4013, 85
Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons C SPAN4013,
Social Anthropology Honours D ANTH4014, 85 121
Social Construction of Difference SCLG2608, 119 Spanish & Latin American Studies Hons D SPAN4014,
Social Entrepreneurship IBUS6016, 198, 206, 217, 251, 121
252, 253, 256, 259, 265, 354, 357 Spanish Culture 1 SPAN2621, 120
Social Foundations of Modern Capitalism ECOP2012, Spanish Exchange SPAN1801, 121
116
Spanish Exchange SPAN1802, 121
Social History and Heritage Studies HRTG3602, 103
Spanish Level 1 SPAN1611, 120
Social Inequality in Australia SCLG2604, 119
Social Inquiry: Qualitative Methods SCLG2602, 119
Social Justice Law and Society SCLG2605, 119
Social Movements and Policy Making SCLG2607, 119
Social Psychology PSYC3017, 162
Social Sciences Internship SSCI3601, 118
Society, Knowledge and Self PHIL1013, 115
Socio-cognitive Issues in Coaching Psych PSYC4723,
321, 323, 324 Spanish Studies Exchange SPAN3811, 121
Socio-Legal Research SLSS2601, 118 Spanish Studies Exchange SPAN3812, 121
Socio-Legal Studies Exchange SLSS2801, 118 Spanish Studies Exchange SPAN3813, 121
Socio-Legal Studies Exchange SLSS2807, 119 Speaking Gamilaraay 1 KOCR2605, 104
Socio-Legal Studies Exchange SLSS2808, 119 Special Topic in Economics ECON6101, 196, 201, 213,
228, 230, 235
Socio-Legal Studies Honours A SLSS4011, 119
Special Topic in Economics ECOS3020, 10, 44, 53, 73,
Socio-Legal Studies Honours B SLSS4012, 119 180
Socio-Legal Studies Honours C SLSS4013, 119 Special Topic in International Security CISS6011, 287,
Socio-Legal Studies Honours D SLSS4014, 119 289
Sociolinguistics in the Greek Diaspora MGRK2691, 113 Special Topic in WOS WORK6022, 244, 321
Sociological Theory and Practice SCLG3602, 120 Special Topics AGEC4107, 166
Sociological Theory SCLG2601, 119 Special Topics in International Business IBUS4101, 78,
184
Sociology Exchange SCLG1801, 120
Special Topics in West Asian Archaeology ARNE3691,
Sociology Exchange SCLG2805, 120 87
Sociology Exchange SCLG2806, 120 SPQR: The Senate and the People of Rome ANHS2610,
Sociology Exchange SCLG2809, 120 84
Sociology Exchange SCLG2810, 120 Statebuilding and Fragile States CISS6006, 287, 289,
291
Statistical Inference Advanced STAT3913, 137, 163
Statistical Inference STAT3013, 137, 163
Sociology Honours A SCLG4011, 120
Statistical Modelling ECMT3160, 10, 44, 54
Sociology Honours B SCLG4012, 120
418
Index by name
Statistical Models STAT2011, 47, 137, 162 Tax Strategies for Business CLAW3202, 9, 43, 55, 71,
173
Statistical Tests (Advanced) STAT2912, 47, 137, 163
Tax Treaties LAWS6177, 269, 272, 278
Statistical Tests STAT2012, 47, 137, 162
Tax Treaties Special Issues LAWS6946, 270, 273, 282
Statistics & Research Methods for Psych PSYC2012,
161 Teamwork and Innovation MMGT6011, 309, 310, 313
Statistics (Advanced) MATH1905, 28, 47, 137, 148 Technocultures ARIN2600, 93
Statistics MATH1005, 28, 47, 137, 148 Technology Enabled Business Innovation INFS6016,
202, 218
Stochastic Processes and Time Series Adv STAT3911,
47, 134, 137, 163 Terrestrial Field Ecology (Advanced) BIOL3909, 130,
161
Stochastic Processes and Time Series STAT3011, 47,
134, 137, 163 Terrestrial Field Ecology BIOL3009, 129, 161
Stock Markets and Derivatives Law CLAW2203, 70, 171 Terrorism in the Asia-Pacific Region CISS6007, 256,
258, 260, 269, 271, 274, 287, 289, 291, 353, 357
Strategic Administration GSOG6003, 335, 336, 337
The 18th Century: Scandal & Sociability ENGL2659, 94
Strategic Behaviour ECOS3012, 10, , 44, 46, 53, 57, 73,
78, 179 The Archaeology of Central Asia ARNE2606, 87
Strategic Business Relationships ECON6026, 196, 201, The Archaeology of Society ARPH2603, 87
213, 227, 228, 230, 231, 235 The Art of France ARHT2613, 88
Strategic Decision Making ECON6025, 196, 200, 213, The Australian Political Party System GOVT2114, 100
227, 228, 230, 231, 234
The Birth of Modern Science (Advanced) HPSC2900,
Strategic Information & Knowledge Mgmt INFS6017, 202, 141
219
The Birth of Modern Science HPSC2100, 141
Strategic Information Systems Management INFS6002,
196, 201, 218 The Body: Theories, Practices, Cultures GCST2614, 98
Strategic Management WORK2210, 11, , 45, 46, 56, 76, The Classical Mind PHIL2649, 116
78, 188 The Econometrics of Financial Markets ECMT3150, 10,
Strategic Transport Modelling TPTM6350, 298, 299, 303, 44, 54, 71, 75, 175
341, 343, 346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366 The Economics of Financial Markets ECOS3022, 10, 44,
Strategy & Security in the Asia-Pacific CISS6002, 289, 53, 54, 73, 75, 180
291 The Ethnography of Southeast Asia ANTH2601, 84
Strategy, Innovation and Global Business IBUS5001, The German Wende in Literature & Culture GRMN2686,
193, 196, 197, 198, 202, 206, 215, 251, 252, 253, 255, 99
257, 263, 269, 271, 274, 288, 290, 293, 349, 353, 357
The History of God RLST1002, 117
Strategy and Entrepreneurship MMGT6001, 307, 308,
309, 310, 311 The Holocaust: History and Aftermath JCTC2606, 108
Strategy and Innovation Special Project IBUS6015, 251, The Innovative Firm WORK6119, 198, 206, 225, 244,
252, 253 245, 247, 256, 259, 267, 269, 271, 284, 321, 323, 327,
354, 357
Structure and Use of a Language LNGS3605, 111
The Language of Music MUSC2699, 114
Structure of Language LNGS1001, 110
The Later Roman Empire (AD 286-474) ANHS2618, 84
Studies in Medieval Literatures ENGL3642, 95
The Legal Profession LAWS2013, 20, 60
Style and Expression MGRK2603, 113
The Legal System of the European Union LAWS6207,
Supply Chain and Operations Management MMGT6007, 269, 272, 278
309, 310, 312
The Legend of King Arthur MDST2614, 112
Survey of Film Music MUSC2663, 114
The Literary in Theory ENGL3655, 95
Sustainable Cities (Adv) GEOG3921, 139
The Middle Ages HSTY1025, 103
Sustainable Cities GEOG3521, 139
The New Testament as Literature BBCL2610, 90
Sustainable Transport & Logistic Systems TPTM6470,
203, 223, 300, 304, 343, 347, 363, 367 Theories & Techniques of Coaching Psych PSYC4721,
322, 324
Syntax LNGS2602, 110
Theories in Political Economy ECOP3911, 117
Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry (Adv) CHEM3915, 133
Theories of Literature MGRK3692, 113
Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry CHEM3115, 133
Theories of Work and Organisations WORK3921, 11,
Syriac 1 HBRW2651, 102 45, 56, 76, 190
Syriac 2 HBRW2652, 102 The Origins of Japanese Tradition ASNS2631, 89
Syriac 3 HBRW3653, 102 Theory and Practice of Translation B MGRK2605, 113
Syriac 4 HBRW3654, 102 The Other Road to Greek Modernity MGRK2622, 113
Systematics and Evolution of Plants Adv PLNT3903, 129, The Philosophy of Happiness PHIL2647, 116
161
The Principles of Social Policy SCPL2602, 118
Systematics and Evolution of Plants PLNT3003, 129,
161 The Psychology of Business Decisions MKTG6104, 197,
204, 221
Systems Analysis and Modelling INFO2110, 134, 143
Thermodynamics/Biophys/High Energy (Adv) PHYS3946,
T 156
Talent Management WORK6034, 243, 245, 247, 321, Thermodynamics/Biophys/High Energy Phys. PHYS3046,
323, 326 156
Taxation of Mergers and Acquisitions LAWS6892, 280 Thermodynamics/Biophysics & Lab (Adv) PHYS3951,
156
Tax Avoidance and Anti-Avoidance LAWS6965, 270,
273, 282 Thermodynamics/Biophysics & Lab PHYS3051, 156
419
Index by name
Thermodynamics/High Energy Phys/Lab(Adv) Understanding Music: Modes of Hearing MUSC3699,

PHYS3949, 156 114
Thermodynamics/High Energy Physics/Lab PHYS3049, Urban Geography (Advanced) GEOS2922, 136, 138
156 Urban Geography GEOS2122, 136, 138
Thermodynamics/Plasma/High Energy (Adv) PHYS3947, Urban Sociology SCLG3605, 120
156
US Corporate Law LAWS6844, 269, 272, 279
Thermodynamics/Plasma/High Energy Phys. PHYS3047,
156 US Economic Policy and Regulation USSC6905, 256,
354, 357
Thermodynamics/Plasma Physics/Lab (Adv) PHYS3948,
156 US Financial Institutions and Culture USSC6904, 256,
354, 357
Thermodynamics/Plasma Physics/Lab PHYS3048, 156
US Foreign and National Security Policy USSC6903,
The Scientific Revolution HPSC3016, 141 256, 259, 266, 288, 290, 294, 354, 357
The Social Production of Space ANTH2655, 85 US in the World USSC2601, 83
The Soil at Work SOIL3010, 162
The Soil Resource SOIL2004, 162
V
The Stories of Spain: Texts and Contexts SPAN3671, Value Chain Management TPTM6170, 197, 203, 221,
121 297, 298, 299, 301, 349, 350, 358, 361, 362, 364
The World of Ancient Epic ANHS2619, 84 Varieties of English Grammar ENGL2653, 94
Topics in German Film GRMN2633, 99 Vertebrates and their Origins (Advanced) BIOL2912, 128
Topics in Senior Physics A (Advanced) PHYS3915, 155 Vertebrates and their Origins BIOL2012, 128
Topics in Senior Physics A PHYS3015, 155 Victorian Literature ENGL2629, 94
Topics in Senior Physics B (Advanced) PHYS3925, 155 Video Production MECO3601, 111
Topics in Senior Physics B PHYS3025, 155 Violence, Imaginaries and Symbolic Power SCLG2618,
119
Torts and Contracts II LAWS1017, 20, 60, 167, 191
Violence in Italy HSTY2660, 104
Torts LAWS1012, 20, 60, 167, 190
Virology (Advanced) VIRO3901, 143, 150
Toxicology (Advanced) PCOL3911, 154
Virology VIRO3001, 143, 150
Toxicology PCOL3011, 154
Visceral Anatomy ANAT3007, 124
Trade, Investment and the Environment LAWS6820, 269,
272, 279 Volcanoes, Hot Rocks and Minerals Adv GEOS2914,
140
Trade and Development ECON6016, 196, 200, 212, 227,
228, 229, 231, 234, 256, 258, 261, 353, 357 Volcanoes, Hot Rocks and Minerals GEOS2114, 139
Trading and Dealing in Security Markets FINC3014, 11, W
45, 55, 74, 181
Watching Stars: Film and the Star System ICLS2637,
Traditional Korea ASNS2641, 89 105
Traffic Systems Management and Control TPTM6360, Web Production ARIN2610, 93
298, 299, 303, 341, 343, 346, 350, 358, 361, 363, 366
Welfare States: A Comparative Analysis SCLG2611, 119
Transfer Pricing in International Tax LAWS6123, 269,
272, 277 What Is This Thing Called Science? HPSC2101, 141
Translation and Interpretation KRNS2671, 109 Witchcraft, Paganism and the New Age RLST2626, 117
Transnational Commercial Litigation LAWS6824, 272, Work and Society WORK2225, 11, , 45, 56, 76, 189
279 Work Based Project ANZG6012, 340
Transnational Spaces and Networks INGS2601, 106 Work Based Project GSOG6005, 336, 337, 338
Transnational Threats & Organised Crime CISS6017, Working Seminar A (SSP) MATH2916, 148
290, 293
Working Seminar B (SSP) MATH2917, 149
Transpacific American Literature 1838-99 ENGL2664,
95 World Politics GOVT1202, 100
Transport and Logistics Management TPTM6130, 197, World Trade Organization Law II LAWS6249, 276
203, 221, 256, 259, 266, 269, 271, 283, 298, 299, 300, World Trade Organization Law I LAWS6063, 269, 272,
341, 343, 344, 349, 354, 357, 358, 361, 362, 364 276
Transport Modes and Systems TPTM6241, 298, 299, Writing Australian Nature ASLT2620, 96
302, 341, 343, 345, 349, 358, 361, 362, 365
Writing History HSTY2691, 104
Transport Policy TPTM6450, 298, 299, 304, 341, 343,
346, 350, 358, 361, 362, 367 Y
Tropical Wildlife Biol & Management Adv BIOL3910, 128 Yiddish 1 YDDH1101, 121
Tropical Wildlife Biology and Management BIOL3010, Yiddish 2 YDDH1102, 121
128
Yiddish 3 YDDH2603, 121
Turning Around Mature Businesses EMBA6006, 239,
240, 241 Yiddish 4 YDDH2604, 121
Twentieth Century China HSTY2640, 103 Yiddish 5 YDDH3605, 121
Twentieth Century Europe HSTY1044, 103 Yiddish 6 YDDH3606, 122
Twentieth Century Literature: Modernism ENGL2623, 94 Youth Cultures GCST2612, 92
Twentieth Century Philosophy PHIL2600, 115
U
UK International Taxation LAWS6109, 269, 272, 277
Understanding Contemporary China CHNS1601, 91
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i Overview of the degree 19

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Commerce core units of study Science majors and electives

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10. Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal