BUSINESS SCHOOL

MASTER OF
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
WELCOME
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR SUSAN FREEMAN

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(MIB) is a world-class, academically within the program, essential to gaining
rigorous postgraduate program for high-level international work experience.
local and international students at the
These unique features of the MIB will
University of Adelaide Business School,
help you develop and expand your
the premier provider of postgraduate
personal international business networks,
programs in Adelaide. The MIB has been
and allow you to tap into our extensive
designed to deal with the most relevant
University of Adelaide Business School
and timely contemporary issues with a
alumni, essential for managers who
global perspective, which will provide you
will be faced with complex international
with the necessary breadth and depth in
business issues. We also provide you
international business studies through
with a solid theoretical grounding in
a program of core study in economics,
international business through our
management, trade and strategy together
established and highly respected formal
with elective units chosen from a range of
“Visiting Professor Program” to deliver a
business disciplines in global marketing,
number of the courses to provide you with
international exchange, international law,
a truly global experience and perspective.
and regional trade.
I am very pleased to invite you to review our
Our MIB emphasises problem-solving
MIB program and contact us to discuss
and communication skills, leadership
your future plans and career directions.
and analytical abilities by offering you
a unique international opportunity. By
combining technical knowledge of
international business with the possibility
of overseas experience through
overlapping options such as a dedicated
Study Abroad Program, and an Industry Associate Professor Susan Freeman
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BUSINESS SCHOOL
MISSION & VALUES
Our Mission
The University of Adelaide Business
School aims to excel in leadership
and innovation in business education,
scholarship and research.
The School is committed to high quality
education by providing internationally
recognised undergraduate and
postgraduate course work degrees and
higher degrees by research.
The academic staff of the Business School
are committed to quality research that
leads the development and dissemination
of business and management knowledge
and informs teaching. Our staff seek to
create a learning environment that promotes
student’s growth as professionals and
researchers with the highest intellectual
and ethical standards.
Our Values
THE PURSUIT OF EXCELLENCE
Through commitment to continuous
improvement and the achievement of best
practice business standards.
FITNESS, INTEGRITY & RESPONSIBILITY
Encourage these values in relation to the
Business School’s behaviour and practices and
those of the business, community professionals,
and researchers the School educates.
COLLEGIALITY
Collaborative and cooperative relationships and
practices among staff within and across the
Business School for the purpose of promoting a
positive work-place culture.
RIGOROUS & HONEST INTELLECTUAL
ENQUIRY & EXPRESSION
Quality of scholarship is at the centre of the
School’s activities.
ENGAGEMENT WITH LOCAL, NATIONAL,
AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AND
COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS
For the purpose of mutual enhancement of
learning.
INNOVATION AND CREATIVITY
In the School’s behaviour and practice and to
encourage the same for the professionals and
researchers the School develops.
 MASTER OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
Designed for pre-experience and early
career professionals, the Master of
International Business provides students
with an understanding of the key concepts
of international business with a global
perspective, and a particular focus on the
Asian context.
Students will acquire relevant analytical
skills to examine the forces that shape
the changing of international business
environments and operations, at both the
macroeconomic and firm levels.
Adelaide Advantage
The University of Adelaide has a number
of distinct competencies which allow it
to differentiate its Master of International
Business as a high quality offering both
nationally and internationally:
• Ranked 73 in the world and 4th in
Australia in the Times Higher Education
World University Rankings
• Part of the Go8 group of Australia’s
leading research intensive universities
• International partnerships in Asia,
Europe, Scandinavia and USA
• Partnership with Ngee-Ann Adelaide Admission
Education Centre in Singapore, a highly
respected foundation actively involved in Australian Bachelor degree or equivalent
educational, cultural and welfare activities IELTS of 6.5 overall with individual band
scores of 6.0
• Highly research active and qualified
staff (PhD) Duration: 1.5 years
Intake: February and July
• Positive career outcomes of graduates
• Internationally recognised qualifications
• Networking opportunities through the Tuition Fees
alumni networks 2011 International Student Fee: $27,500.
• South Australian context which offers For Indicative Annual Local Fees please
strong links to the wine, mining and visit www.adelaide.edu.au/student/finance/
construction industries; and the feepaying/tuition.
international service sectors comprising
tourism, hospitality, performing arts and
management consultancy
• Very liveable and culturally rich city with the
central campus setting ideally located near
heritage sites such as the museum, art
gallery, state library, the Houses of State
Parliament and State Governor’s residence
• Safety – for international students
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
The program structure has two main
components and is based on a semester
and/or summer offering:
• 6 core courses in International Business
• 6 elective courses in thematic areas of
international Business
6 CORE COURSES (18 UNITS)
• Theory and Practice of International
Business
• Economic Principles for International
Business
• Cross Cultural Management and
Negotiation
• International Trade and Investment Policy
• Doing Business in Asia*
• International Business Strategy (capstone)
* Students are encouraged to undertake a period of
overseas study as part of this program. To facilitate
this opportunity, the School plans to offer the course
“Doing Business in Asia” via Ngee Ann Adelaide
Education Centre in Singapore. In the event of
insufficient enrolment demand or that students are
unable to undertake offshore study, a substitute
course - “Contemporary Issues in International
Business” will be offered in Adelaide.
6 ELECTIVE COURSES (18 UNITS)
Students will choose 6 elective courses
from an extended range of courses
related to international business, or focus
in an area to specialise in international
law, international trade or global food
and agricultural business. International
exchange would be the ultimate compliment
to the Master of International Business and
students will be encouraged to consider
embarking on a semester of study overseas
at one of our partner Business Schools.
International Business can be
extended with:
• Services Internationalisation
• International Human Resource
Management
• International Entrepreneurship
and Innovation
• International Marketing
• Global Branding
• Corporate Governance and Globalisation
• Or any other approved course from the
Master of Commerce
International Law courses will be taken from
the Master of Laws including International
Trade Law, International Trade Transactions
and the Law, Contractual Relations* and
Principles of Australian Law*.
Courses marked with (*) are compulsory for
students without a background in law.
Global Food and Agricultural Business
courses will consider international markets,
policy analysis and trends and issues
in the world food system, including the
management and performance of global
food chains.
An extensive number of electives can be
taken from within the Master of International
Trade and will provide students with a solid
understanding in issues faced by importing
and exporting companies, graduates with this
profile will be well suited to positions within
state or federal government organisations.
A maximum of 2 elective courses can be
chosen from other faculties (e.g. cultural
studies, languages).
INDUSTRY INTERNSHIP
& EXCHANGE / CAREERS
Industry Internship & Exchange
The University of Adelaide Business
School prides itself on its prestigious
Business School partners across Europe,
Canada and Asia. Students will be
encouraged to consider taking either
a full semester of exchange overseas
to enhance their international business
education or if time is of the essence
short term summer or winter courses can
be considered.
The Business School has partners with
Aarhus School of Business in Denmark;
Aalto University in Finland, ESCP_EAP in
Paris, Audencia School of Management
in Nantes, France, Leipzig and the
European Business School in Germany,
HEC_Montreal in Canada and various
universities in America and Asia.
Students that meet the eligibility criteria
set out by Adelaide Abroad will have
the opportunity to discuss an exchange
study plan with the Program Director to
best suit their career aspirations.
Enrolment may also be approved in
languages and the work integrated project,
or internship program on a case by
case basis.
Students with fluency in a second language
may be eligible for an international
internship with the option to enrol in a
major market-based Research Project
in International Business overseas
for a semester of full-time study. An
international internship of this nature
cannot be taken in an international
students home country. The requirement
is met by a supervised work program
conducted at an organisation outside
Australia. International students may
intern with organisations in Australia.
The director of the International Business
Discipline will assist students in locating
internships. Students are encouraged to
be active participants in this process.
The internship must be for at least one
semester of full time work and must
be related to the student’s program of
study. Fluency in the business language
of the host country must be established
before being approved for an internship.
Certification of fluency is by examination
or by completion of the recognised
business communication skills in the
relevant language discipline provided
by an accredited Australian language
training provider e.g. Alliance Francaise.
All internships must be approved
in advance by the director of the
International Business Discipline.
Careers
The Master of International Business is a
postgraduate degree specifically designed
to develop the capabilities and resources
of managers operating in the global
economy. It is designed primarily for those
graduates seeking to establish or accelerate
a career in international business. As there
are no work experience requirements it is
especially suitable for recent graduates
planning on working in a multinational
environment. Career possibilities include
general management, export and import
management, management consulting,
international licensing, business policy
consulting, joint venture management,
foreign exchange trading, international
marketing. This course is especially
relevant for students intending to work
in the commercial, inter-governmental
and non-profit sectors, and others who
wish to extend their skills in the analysis
and interpretation of the global business
environment.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
Higher Degree by Research
This degree may serve as a pathway
to a higher degree by research.
Students considering a research
degree are advised to consult the
course coordinator prior to making
an application.
Further Information
For further details regarding enrolment
please contact the Professions
Postgraduate Hub. Phone 8303 6455 or
email asktheprof@adelaide.edu.au.
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the University of Adelaide is committed
to regular reviews of the courses and
programs it offers to students. As a
result, the specific courses available to
students may vary from year to year.
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