Bachelor of Business – Global Business major

Bachelor of Business – Global Business major

Your guide to majoring in Global Business with the Bachelor of Business at RMIT.

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Full-time 3 years
Part-time 6 years
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Next intake:
February, July
Location:
Melbourne City
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On campus
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Duration:
Full-time 3 years
Fees:

AU$ 42,240 (2025 annual)

Next intake:
February, July
Location:
Melbourne City

Introduction to the major

When you choose the Global Business major in the Bachelor of Business at RMIT University, you are gaining the skills to think critically about managing international business responsibly, and sustainably.  

An understanding of global business is necessary for managers in all organisations in the context of dynamic and fast-evolving globalisation.

The Global Business major provides you with knowledge required to engage in business activities cross borders. Through our carefully developed courses, you will, for example, learn to navigate the diverse and complex global business environment, manage cross-cultural relationships in workplace, achieve global corporate social responsibility while pursuing economic performance, develop expertise in global political economy regarding its impact on internationalised firms, and gain insight in the decision-making and management of multinational enterprises (MNCs).

Additionally, the interdisciplinary nature of global business means you will have the opportunity to study in other fields such as supply chain management and finance.

Overall, Global Business is a field concerned with firms expanding beyond their national borders. Our Global Business major will equip you with the essential skills valued highly by organisations. It will also help you to build a successful career across all industries in Australia and overseas.

Courses available with this major

Choosing a major is a key step in shaping your future. It gives you the chance to tailor your studies to your career goals and personal interests.

The major you choose will help you develop the skills and knowledge you need in your field, while also opening doors to valuable networking opportunities.

You will have the opportunity to take this major in the following courses:

Why choose to major in Global Business with the Bachelor of Business?

Tailor your learning

Undertake in-depth study in Global Business, complemented with a choice from 14 majors and 32 minor areas.

Industry informed

Partner with industry as part of your studies and get a head start on your career.

Take your career worldwide

Graduates with a major in Global Business are uniquely prepared to work anywhere and everywhere.

The course provides a comprehensive understanding of both the practical aspects of international business operations and the underlying economic principles driving global markets.

- Manh – Bachelor of Business (with Economics and Global Business majors) 

Career outcomes

Graduates from RMIT’s Global Business major gain a solid foundation in the following key areas:

  • International trade
  • Cross-cultural communication
  • Global business strategy
  • Risk assessment
  • Market analysis

These skills empower you to analyse and interpret the complex operations of global organizations, enabling you to thrive in diverse and challenging environments. By mastering the dynamics of international business, you'll learn to navigate global markets and foster successful business relationships.

With a Global Business major, you'll be ready for a wide range of roles where you can apply your expertise to real-world challenges. Whether you work in change management, strategic advisory, project support, or international development, your skills will be vital in driving organisational success across borders. The demand for global business professionals continues to rise, particularly as companies expand their reach in an interconnected world. 

Salary expectations vary depending on the role and experience, but global business professionals typically earn competitive salaries. Entry-level positions, such as business analysts, may start around AU$70,000 a year, while senior roles like strategic advisors or project managers can exceed AU$100,000, depending on experience and industry.

Subject selection guide

Below is a guide to the roadmap for your major, outlining the subjects and progression through the course.

Please note that this is the recommended sequencing only and is subject to scheduling.

Year of study Semester of study Subjects
Year 1 Semester 1 1. BUSM2562 Understanding the Business Environment*
2. BUSM2567 Business Decision Making*
3. BUSM1222 Global Business+
4. BAFI1002 Financial Markets and Institutions+
Semester 2 1. BUSM2572 Business in Society*
2. BUSM2577 Integrated Perspectives on Business Problems*
3. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
4. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
Year 2 Semester 1 1. BUSM4687 Global Corporate Responsibility+
2. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
3. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
4. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
Semester 2 1. BUSM4688 Cross Cultural Management+
2. Select Global Business Elective from the list+
3. Select Global Business Elective from the list+
4. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
Year 3 Semester 1 1. OMGT2243 Global and Trade Operations+
2. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
3. Elective
4. Elective
Semester 2 1. BUSM2582 Business Graduate Portfolio^
2. BUSM4689 Political Economy of Global Business^
3. Second Major subject OR Minor subject OR Business Option subject
4. Elective

Elective options

Electives give you the opportunity to further specialise your studies. Choose two electives from the options below, depending on course prerequisites:

  • BUSM2732 Managing Firms in Global Markets
  • BUSM4054 Entrepreneurship and Global Challenges
  • BUSM2449 International Human Resources Management
  • BUSM1094 Organisations
  • BUSM4550 Innovation Management
  • ECON1086 Business in the Globalised Economy
  • LAW2590 Law of Climate Change
  • HUSO2092 Gender, Development and Globalisation.

Refer to the Higher Education course guides to learn more about individual subjects.

Key to subject selection

Foundation subject *
Major subject +
Capstone subject ^

Complementary majors and/or minors

By integrating a second major or a range of minors you will deepen your expertise in a specialised area while gaining a well-rounded understanding of how your chosen interest's principles intersect with other fields.

This combination of knowledge and skills will prepare you for the complexities of the modern business landscape and equip you to make a meaningful impact in your chosen career path.

All majors and minors in the Bachelor of Business are complementary. Suggested combinations are listed below: 

Entrepreneurship major

Combining global business and entrepreneurship provides you with valuable insight in entrepreneurial activities across borders such as identifying and exploiting international opportunities and international expansion of small and medium-sized enterprises.

Marketing major

This combination will advance your marketing knowledge in the international market. Understanding consumer differences across countries and being able to communicate with people in different cultural backgrounds are vital for internationalised firms to tailor marketing strategies for their products and services.

Human Resource Management major

Focusing on people and the internal aspect of organisations such as workplace dynamics, this major is an ideal complement to Global Business which addresses the macro- and firm-level phenomena. The Global Business major allows you to apply the knowledge in Human Resource Management in the international context.

Strategy and Innovation major

Strategy and innovation are not constrained by national borders. By combining this major with Global Business, you can explore how firms formulate and implement their corporate and business strategies for international markets and achieve optimal innovation outcomes by leveraging resources on a global scale.

Bachelor of Business full course information

This is just one of the 14 majors that you can choose from. Visit the Bachelor of Business course page to find full course information, explore your study options, and get details on entry requirements, pathways, fees, plan structure and how to apply.

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