CBUHRIR Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)/Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science - Flinders City Campus - Flinders University

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Overview

This combined degree enables you to follow your interests and aspirations whilst enhancing your career prospects by concurrently undertaking two different but complementary areas of study.The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) combines practical learning based on solving real-world business problems with skills to analyse and understand key issues that … For more content click the Read More button below.

This combined degree enables you to follow your interests and aspirations whilst enhancing your career prospects by concurrently undertaking two different but complementary areas of study.

The Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) combines practical learning based on solving real-world business problems with skills to analyse and understand key issues that businesses deal with every day. This degree provides you with fundamental knowledge, contemporary case studies, workplace skills development and industry experience to pursue a career in business.

The Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science provides a comprehensive grounding in politics, public policy and international relations, including an understanding of social, economic and political structures, Australia’s regional context, and the international system. This industry-engaged course offers professional experience and internship opportunities opening up pathway to careers in federal, state or local government, international organisations or the non-profit sector.

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Program of study overview

To qualify for the Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)/Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science a student must complete 162 units with a grade of P or NGP or better in each topic according to the Program of Study. The Program of Study comprises:

Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management) - 85.5 units
Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science - 76.5 units

Students who commence, but subsequently do not wish to complete the combined degree course may apply for an internal transfer to one of the degrees and receive credit for some or all of the topics already completed in that degree.

Upon completion of 36 units a student may choose to exit with Diploma in Business, subject to meeting the program of study for that award.

Program of study
162 Units

Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management)85.5 Units

Core85.5 Units

Finance and Accounting for Leaders

Managing in Modern Organisations

Organisational Behaviour

Marketing Principles in the Digital Era

International Business Context

Market Research

Training and Development

Human Resource Management

Human Resource Planning, Recruitment and Selection

Building Resilience and Professional Skills

Law for Decision Makers

Reward and Performance Management

Work Health and Safety

International Human Resource Management

Leadership in Business and Society

Strategic Management

HR Information Systems & Analytics

Innovative and Creative Thinking: Recognising Opportunities

Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science76.5 Units

Core76.5 Units

Exploring Fundamentals of Public Policy

Ideas in Politics

Foundations in Political Systems and Institutions

Foundations in Political Economy

Nationalism, Populism and Democracy

Understanding International Security and Order in the Twenty-First Century

America and the World

Cybersecurity, A.I. and the Future of Democracy

Capstone: Negotiating Emerging Political Challenges

International Relations: An Introduction

Evaluating China's Re-emergence in the International System

Applying Foreign Policy in the Digital Age

Investigating Politics of the Indo Pacific

Understanding Democracy in Australia

Examining Australian Public Policy

Research Methods and Data Analysis

Inequality and the Australian Welfare State

Admission requirements

Admission requirements

Aims

In the Bachelor of Business (Human Resources Management), you will explore technological innovations and their impact on people and workplaces to create impact. You will evaluate and apply human resource management practices and decisions using systems thinking from a local and global perspective. You will develop skills in creative design, and critical, reflective analysis to solve problems for organisations from corporations to small businesses to for-purpose organisations, and the communities they are situated in. Setting you up for your future career, you will undertake workplace projects, engage with industry leaders and analyse real-world examples throughout the degree. This course prepares you to do business while doing good, for both your stakeholders and society.

The Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science has been designed to provide graduates with:

A comprehensive grounding in the core political science disciplines of international relations, politics and public policy
An understanding of Australia's political system and its place within the regional and global context
The capacity to utilize analytical frameworks in international relations
The development of academic and professional competencies related to international relations, politics and public policy
An understanding of and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities
Transferable workplace-related skills and experiences

The course also aims to give students appropriate opportunities to develop the generic attributes relevant to university-level education. These generic attributes are articulated in the Flinders Graduate Qualities.

Learning outcomes

On completion of the course you will be able to:

1.

Critically apply foundational knowledge and skills across key disciplines of business to inform business planning and strategy

2.

Analyse and apply human resource management practices and decisions using systems thinking, ethical, cultural, sustainability, governance and global and local perspectives to create impact

3.

Evaluate and apply existing and emerging technologies to develop innovative human resource management solutions

4.

Effectively communicate technical advice and decisions to specialists and non-specialists

5.

Practice professional resilience, reflection, collaboration and inclusivity, and plan for lifelong learning

6.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of power and related theoretical and conceptual frameworks within the disciplines of political science and international relations

7.

Apply disciplinary knowledge and skills in policy-relevant contexts

8.

Demonstrate industry-relevant analysis and skills including policy-making, negotiation and problem solving

9.

Demonstrate critical thinking, ethical behaviour and relevant research skills

10.

Communicate effectively to engage different audiences across all discipline areas

Student progression rules

Failure to complete the course within ten consecutive years, may constitute prima facie evidence of unsatisfactory progress for the purposes of the University's Policy on Student Progress. Where permission is given to complete in more than ten consecutive years, there may be a requirement for additional coursework in order to ensure relevant and up-to-date knowledge.

Professional accreditation and recognition

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