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Contents Where could the management major take you 2 Bachelor of Commerce major in management 3 Careers in management 4 Studying the management major 5 Study options for management majors 6 Studying management as breadth 7 Contact us Back cover #1 in Australia #33 in the world Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2014 2015 WHERE COULD THE MANAGEMENT MAJOR TAKE YOU? Aakash Chugani Director, Emsons Co. Ltd, Guangzhou, China Alison McNicholas Senior Consultant, Ernst & Young, Singapore Fernando Tamayo Co-founder & CEO, YAQUA, Lima I have made many new friends from all over the world. I find this diversity in friendship extremely important, as it s not only beneficial for us in being more culturally aware of others, but also for our future networks. Yehua He, major in management and marketing Michael Fernandopulle Senior Associate, PwC, London Henry O Connell Graduate Commercial Analyst, Woodside Energy, Perth Tess Coleman-Cox Senior HR consultant, Deloitte, Melbourne Annabelle Davis Senior Busines Analyst, Pitcher Partners, Melbourne 2

Bachelor of Commerce major in Management Management is about getting the most out of resources, adding the most value or getting the best return. It can be about self-management; prioritising one s own time, energy and effort. It is also about managing other people. An effective manager is a catalyst, broker, facilitator, coach and people developer. Bachelor of Commerce graduates from the University of Melbourne are known for their perceptive understanding of business issues, skilful communication and strong leadership. Completing the management major leads to exciting career opportunities in a variety of industries, both in Australia and overseas. WHY CHOOSE MELBOURNE? Ranked 15th in the world and 2nd in the Asian-Pacific region for Management studies Q Study at Australia s best university.w Learn from internationally renowned academics, with some of the world s brightest students. Is the management major for me? Do you want an exciting graduate role in a consulting firm or top 100 business? Do you want to advise social enterprises and make a difference in the world? Does the idea of setting up your own business or innovating in an existing organisation appeal to you? Then the management major is for you. What will I be learning? Exciting student experience opportunities As part of your degree you can join a student club, volunteer in communities, travel overseas, and build your professional skills. Ranked 13th in the world for graduate employability E Our graduates are highly sought after, with three out of four employed within 4 months of graduating, and one in three continuing with full-time graduate study R. Generous scholarship opportunities The Faculty of Business and Economics offers a number of scholarships to domestic and international students commencing the Bachelor of Commerce. Additional scholarships and subject prizes are available to current students, so you have the opportunity to be rewarded for your hard work throughout your degree by one of Australia s most generous scholarship programs. Q QS World University Rankings by Subject 2015 W Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2015 E QS World University Rankings 2015 R The University of Melbourne Graduate Destination Survey 2014 We will teach you what makes organisations tick and how you can work best in any industry around the globe. You will learn about your own personal effectiveness, how to work in teams, and how to solve real organisational problems. You will understand the principles of making good business decisions, managing business operations, dealing with change, thinking globally and acting ethically. What knowledge and skills will I develop? We ll equip you with vital knowledge and skills to prepare for a fulfilling career, including: Analysing and acting on the social, political, economic and global issues that face organisations Designing and implementing innovative organisational policies, practices and processes Employment relations management Motivating yourself and others Persuasive communication and effective negotiation Strategic thinking and doing Team work and leadership Management 3

Careers in management Melbourne graduates are among the most employable in the world the University is ranked first in Australia and 13th globally for graduate employability. Q Our students enjoy excellent career outcomes including high starting salaries, outstanding job satisfaction and exceptional employment rates. WHERE DO MANAGEMENT GRADUATES WORK? Some of our most recent graduates are now working at: A.T. Kearney Accenture ANZ Banking Group Atlas Car & Truck Rentals Australia Post Australian Administration Services Australian Bureau of Statistics Bank of Queensland David Jones DBA Lawyers Deloitte Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy Deutsche Bank Ernst & Young Etcom Grant Thornton Grocon Harris Capital Financial Planning Hilton Hotels & Resorts Ibisworld IP Australia Jardine Matheson Holdings King & Wood Mallesons KPMG Kraft Foods Lend Lease Maddocks Ministry of Education, Singapore National Australia Bank National Institute of Economic and Industry Research Newcrest Mining Pitcher Partners PricewaterhouseCoopers Pro-Pac Packaging QBE Insurance Salmat Swann Insurance Telstra The Alignment Partnership The American Club, Singapore The Freight Consultants Treasury Wine Estates 4 CAREER PROGRESSION IN MANAGEMENT Sample job titles Your first job In 5-10 years In 15-20 years Analyst Associate Business Partner Adviser Business Development Manager Chief Executive Officer Chief Operating Officer Managing Director Consultant Coordinator Graduate Operations Manager Project Manager Senior Consultant Managing Partner Principal OUT OF THE CLASSROOM, INTO THE BOARDROOM Management Consulting is a semester-long subject that allows you to work on a project of strategic importance for a Melbourne-based client. You will be able to demonstrate your capabilities in the workplace and get a valuable head start on your career. Global Management Consulting is an intensive version of this subject, taken over two weeks overseas during the winter or summer break. Destinations include Hong Kong, Chile, Singapore, China, Thailand, Malaysia and India. Students have worked with clients in a range of industries and organisations, from large Australian and multinational companies to niche agencies and not-for-profit organisations. Past clients include KPMG, Deloitte, Ernst & Young, Macquarie Bank, Medibank, Telstra, kikki.k, UnitingCare, Channel 31, Melbourne Rebels and the Walt Disney Company. Q QS World University Rankings 2015 I have met senior business and Faculty leaders, and enjoyed the college experience. I ve played sport at University and even worked for one of Australia s largest companies, Telstra, as part of my time at Melbourne. Andrew Kemp, major in Management and Finance

Studying the management major Graduates equipped with strong management and leadership skills are always in demand, so our management subjects are extremely popular. The major in management is an excellent choice, either as a single major or in combination with other disciplines. Bachelor of Commerce 24 subjects (usually 8 per year) Compulsory subjects 5 subjects to cover Business and Economics fundamentals SUBJECT OPTIONS IN MANAGEMENT The Bachelor of Commerce major in management requires you to complete a sequence of at least four management subjects. It is designed to build progressively on your knowledge in the discipline and help you develop expertise in the core areas of management. Here are management subject options you can choose from: Business Decision Analysis Q Introductory Macroeconomics Introductory Microeconomics Organisational Behaviour Laying the foundations Business in the Global Economy Principles of Management Organisational Behaviour Quantitative Methods 1 Major and elective subjects Managing Human Resources Business Ethics 11-15 subjects to deepen your management knowledgew Business Decision Analysis Business Negotiations All students are required to complete at least one major, but with careful planning, you can complete up to two majors. You can also select a variety of electives from other Bachelor of Commerce disciplines. Breadth subjects Acquiring core skills Managing Employee Relations Managing Operations Strategic Management Managing Entrepreneurship and Innovation Project Management Supply Chain Management 4-8 subjects from other disciplines E Your choice of subjects from outside of the Bachelor of Commerce degree, to complement the management major or to explore other interests. See page 7 for details. Developing deeper knowledge Business Communication Chinese Business and Economy Managing Conflict in Global Workplaces Business in Asia International Human Resource Management Managing in Contemporary Organisations Q There is a choice of Level-2 subjects available to fulfil the quantitative requirement for the Bachelor of Commerce. W To complete the management major, you need to take at least three Level-3 subjects in the discipline. E You must complete a specified number of breadth subjects at particular levels to meet Bachelor of Commerce degree requirements. Learning through practice Managing Strategic Change Management Consulting The Future of Work Managing Work and Your Career Business Case Analysis Global Management Consulting Management 5

Study options for management majors The Bachelor of Commerce degree is extremely flexible and is designed to help you explore your interests. Choosing the management major still keeps you open to other possibilities what subjects you choose is up to you. Electives are available across the range of Bachelor of Commerce disciplines. With careful planning, you could complete a second major. WHAT CAN I COMBINE WITH THE MANAGEMENT MAJOR? Second major options: Accounting (including accreditation), Economics, Finance, Marketing We do not recommend any particular combinations - the choice depends on your interests and career goals. You can wait until your second year to decide which discipline you wish to double major in. WHAT BREADTH SUBJECTS CAN I DO? There is a wealth of study options available at the University. You can take all your breadth subjects in one discipline, or break them up to explore different interests. Keep in mind that some subject areas have study prerequisites, and completing particular breadth subjects can lead to graduate study. Breadth subjects are available in these study areas: Agriculture, animal studies, food science and veterinary science Architecture, building and planning Education, teaching and training Engineering and geomatics Environment and natural resources Historical, philosophical, political and social studies Information technology and systems Language, literature and cultural studies Law, legal studies and criminology Medicine, dentistry, health and welfare Music Performing and visual arts, theatre, film and television Sciences and mathematics GRADUATE STUDY FOR MANAGEMENT MAJORS The major in management is only the first step towards becoming a management specialist. You could further refine your skills for management practice or a career in research through graduate study. The Master of Commerce (Management) offered through Melbourne Business School provides Bachelor of Commerce graduates with advanced level studies in management. Students have the option to take one of two pathways: consulting or academic research. Students who choose the academic research pathway will be required to undertake the academic thesis over two semesters. The program is designed for Bachelor of Commerce graduates who may be interested in progressing into the PhD program or pursuing a career in consulting, management research or strategy. FIND OUT MORE mbs.unimelb.edu.au 6

Studying management as breadth Can I do management subjects even if I m not a Bachelor of Commerce student? Yes, you can. One of the cornerstones of Melbourne degrees is breadth studies the opportunity for all students to take subjects from outside their major area of study. Breadth studies in management are available to students in the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Environments, Bachelor of Music or Bachelor of Science. If you would like to take management subjects, first check the structure of your degree to see whether it's possible, and have a look at individual subject prerequisites to see if you're eligible. As a start, we recommend doing Principles of Management in first year. From there, you can mix and match subjects based on your interests, or complete a sequence of subjects called a breadth track to progressively build your management knowledge. DOING BUSINESS IN ASIA Improve your chances of achieving business success with our most important trading partners. Business in the Global Economy Business in Asia Chinese Business and Economy ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION Build knowledge and skills to assist you in starting your new business venture. Principles of Management Managing Operations Managing Entrepreneurship and Innovation OR Entrepreneurial Marketing MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP IN TODAY S GLOBAL ECONOMY Familiarise yourself with the dynamics of business in today s globalised world. Principles of Management Business in the Global Economy International Human Resource Management OR Business Negotiations MANAGING CHANGE Helps you address one of the most important perennial challenges in business. Organisational Behaviour Business Communication One of: Managing in Contemporary Organisations, Managing Strategic Change, Managing Work and Your Career MANAGING PEOPLE Develop an understanding of effective people management, one of the most valuable assets of the successful manager. Organisational Behaviour Managing Human Resources One of: International Human Resource Management, Managing Employee Relations, Managing Conflict in Global Workplaces, Business Negotiations THE SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE FIRM Appreciate the economic and social importance of corporate social responsibility. Organisational Behaviour Managing Employee Relations Business Ethics GRADUATE STUDY FOR NON- MAnangement MAJORS The Bachelor of Commerce major in management is the best way to build your leadership skills early on, but it s not the only way to acquire high-level management training. Melbourne Business School offers a range of graduate programs designed specifically for non-bachelor of Commerce students, or for Bachelor of Commerce graduates who want to add management to their portfolio of skills. These programs provide foundational business knowledge and specialist training in areas such as organisational management, human resources management, and international business. FIND OUT MORE mbs.unimelb.edu.au Management 7

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