About the course
About the course
Our commerce course is your ticket to getting the ‘big picture’ in business, giving you the wide range of business management skills to get yourself job ready and put your employer in the box seat for a highly efficient and profitable workplace.
Offering you the opportunity to develop your business skills and be part of a learning community that provides the necessary support to help you achieve your goals, through practical teaching you will be equipped with all of the relevant skills and knowledge to succeed in the business world.
Classes are timetabled on weekdays during the day and are delivered face-to-face.
Our supportive small group environments mean you are more than just a face in a crowded lecture theatre, giving you one-on-one support to assist your learning. Committed and passionate teachers, with practical experience in their field of expertise, use innovative teaching strategies to assist you in developing your subject knowledge.
Offering courses at both degree and associate degree levels, your studies will focus on developing your skills in key areas such as:
- accounting (including auditing and taxation)
- finance
- management
- marketing
- business ethics
- law
- economics
- communication
- international business (subject to the number of students enrolled)
Our courses are designed to meet the emerging demands of business and the broader community, exposing you to real business issues and opportunities relevant to the national and global marketplace.
Get an inside view of what it's like to study commerce with us and read our student profiles from Rainier Culwick and Ekram Alpogut. One of our commerce students, Huong Dang Thi, has also won the 'Victorian International Student of the Year' Higher Education award and the Premier's 'International Student of the Year' Award.
Take the next step towards making your mark in the dynamic world of business and commerce.
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Course Details
- Intake Dates & Course Length
- Career & Learning Outcomes
- Entry Requirements
- Applying
- Pathways & Accreditation
- Fees & Finance Options
- Course Structure
- Admissions Data & Indicative Enrolments
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Last updated:
24 Sep 2021 at 02:00PM AEST
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Intake Dates & Course Length
February and July
Full time: 2 years
Part time: 4 years (the time taken to complete this course will depend on your input)
For information regarding dates such as enrolment, orientation and study breaks please visit the Academic Calendars page.
This is a blended delivery course which will include a combination of online, remote and face to face delivery. Blended learning can involve a range of online programs and resources including StudentWeb, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex, Skype, specific industry platforms, pre-recorded sessions, assigned reading, tutorials, discussion boards, and online activities. Blended learning also involves face-to-face attendance at classes or practical placements.
Career & Learning Outcomes
Graduates will acquire:
- a relevant body of business knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
- cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
- cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
- cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgment in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
- communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
Entry Requirements
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants who have completed some of a higher education course, either at non-university higher education providers or university some time ago or recently, are welcome to apply. Applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute can apply for Advanced Standing. All applications for Advanced Standing are assessed on an individual basis and are granted for subjects where the content and learning outcomes have been demonstrated through your completion of subjects in your prior course.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
Applicants who have completed a VET course of study in Commerce/ Business at a public TAFE or other VET provider either recently or some time ago, are welcome to apply. All training packages of Diploma of Commerce/ Business completed within ten years prior to application will be accepted. You will receive credit for up to four degree subjects on the basis of your diploma studies.
Applicants with work and life experience
Applicants with work and life experience have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. applicants who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then.
‘Experience’ could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education. This includes mature age entry, professional experience, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped them to prepare for tertiary education or are relevant to Commerce/ Business.
Applicants with recent Secondary Education
Applicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is based primarily on completion of Year 12 undertaken at school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider (this includes both Australian or overseas equivalent) that was completed (or will be) in the current year or within the previous two years.
Applicants must have successfully completed VCE (or equivalent) with a study score of at least 20 in units 3 and 4 English (any). The following VCE subjects would benefit students undertaking the degree: accounting, economics, legal studies and mathematics.
NB: All relevant criteria will be considered – e.g. school results, work experience and other study whether VET or prior higher education.
Applying
VTAC application and direct entry available
Applicants completing secondary education (Year 12) or equivalent must:
- Submit a VTAC Application
All other applicants must:
- submit an application (via Apply Now above)
Recognition of Prior Learning is available.
Pathways & Accreditation
After successful completion, you can apply for entry into the Bachelor of Commerce (Applied). You may be eligible to receive credit equivalent of 4 semesters in duration and can complete the Bachelor Degree within 1 year of full time study.
This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and the qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 6 and Box Hill Institute Graduate Attributes.
Fees & Finance Options
| Full Fee | |
| Tuition Fee | $32,607 |
| Service Fee | $337 |
| Core Skills Support Fee | $83 |
| Material Fee | $0 |
| Retain Course Items | $0 |
| Total Course Estimate | $33,027 |
| Payable Estimate (at commencement) | $16,233 |
Retain Course Items are purchased once by the student prior to commencing. Those items then become the property of the student. Fees listed are at 2021 rates and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. The student tuition fees listed are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.
Course Structure
You are required to complete 16 subjects (96 points). There are 13 core subjects (78 points) and 3 elective subjects (18 points) depends on your major stream (Accounting, Global Business & Digital Marketing).
- CHM101 Accounting For Decision Making6.0 points
36.0 hours
This subject introduces the underlying general principles and practices of accounting, which is a framework relevant as an international language of business. Students be introduced to requirements for effective decision making in business. They will come to understand how accounting reports and financial statements can inform decisions taken inside and outside organisations, including those taken by managers and stakeholders. Students become familiar with the bases upon which useful financial information is sourced, prepared, and presented, and also the preparation and application of basic accounting reports.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CHM102 Business Communication6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject introduces to students the interactive communication characteristics that people access in the workplace and elsewhere to support transactions in goods and services. Students learn to recognise and understand what is required to achieve effective workplace communication. They will develop skills in effectively addressing and remedying communication gaps in the workplace including researching, organising, negotiating, resolving and persuading.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CHM103 Business Statistics6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students a foundation in statistical concepts, methods, techniques and measures that support business decisions about the judicious use of resources. Students develop an understanding of statistical techniques that will assist them in likely business decisions. Students develop presentation of data skills and be introduced to skills that enable measurement and interpretation of uncertainty. Students learn to draw conclusions based on the application of probability and statistical relationships.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CHM104 Fundamentals Of Marketing6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students an introduction to recognising the role of markets and marketing environments in providing customer value. Students develop understanding of marketing principles, practices, techniques, and strategies and become familiar with the processes of prediction and determination of appropriate marketing action.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CHM105 Macroeconomics6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students an understanding of macroeconomics that is how the economy works and how it is managed, including the instruments used in economic analysis. Students develop understanding of the nature of economic decisions and the relationship between the macro and micro perspectives of economic activity. Students develop interpretation skills of economic conditions in local and international contexts and access knowledge to relevant economic data and information. Students develop review skills applicable to the nature and impact of government policy interventions in the economy.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CHM106 Introduction To Management6.0 points
36.0 hours
This subject offers students an opportunity to understand the main functions of, and practically approach management skills in planning, organising, leading and controlling. Students develop management practice skills in preparing, executing and enhancing the exchange of goods and services and with a reflective emphasis.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CHM107 Organisational Behaviour6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students a foundational understanding of the history and development of organisational behaviour theories and concepts, and focuses on the contributing influences of individuals and groups to the culture, design, ethics, learning and structure of an organisation. The students encounter contemporary approaches to conflict resolution, communication, decision making, leadership, motivation, negotiation, power and politics within a collaborative environment.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CHM108 Introduction To Business Law6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students an introduction to Australia’s legal system, the basic principles, development, and practices of commercial law, which serves to offer students the context within which commercial transactions are undertaken. Students develop practical skills in the application of key legal practices in business, such as researching laws, checking contracts, and forming businesses and how to navigate legislative requirements to support business transactions. Students develop an understanding of the microeconomic impact of government policy interventions in the economy.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
- CAI201 Business Finance6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge of the financial value of a business, skills in evaluation of contributing factors, and assisting in management-related decisions, including capital structure decisions. Students develop practical skills to confidently make financial decisions that affect business valuation including: financial management, capital budget and business finance. Students gain skills and knowledge in preparation and evaluation of projected cash flows for a business to assist investment decisions, and in finance sourcing to fund operations.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Business Statistics (CHM103)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: chapter summaries and participation 05% Assessment 2: Mid semester test 20% Assessment 3: Group Assignment 25% Assessment 4: Final Examination 50% - CAI202 Business Information Systems6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students an introduction to business information and IT systems in an organisational and business enterprise context. Students develop a practical working knowledge of business database systems for the management, storage of, access to and analysis of business data sets. This subject offers students understanding of business information systems abilities and their limitations, information literacy and information management in organisations. Students examine systems that integrate across new and existing business processes, structures and IT architectures within a global context and the relevance for current business information system trends and likely future developments and applications of information systems.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Nil
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Weekly submission 10% Assessment 2: Quiz 10% Assessment 3: Group Presentation and Report 40% Assessment 4: Examination 40% - CAI203 Microeconomics6.0 points
39.0 hours
In this subject students become familiar with the broad operations of commerce from a micro-economics perspective. This includes the supply and demand of particular goods and the behaviours, conditions and circumstances which influence the market. Students develop knowledge and analytical skills attuned to market mechanisms, the impact of market fluctuation, and the microeconomic impact of government policy interventions in the economy. Students examine potential remedies for market failure and an uncompetitive marketplace, and analyse how consumers and producers interact within markets, through the price mechanism and allocation of scarce resources. Students gain practical skills and knowledge of the economic models of perfect competition, monopoly, oligopoly and monopolistic competition, and the virtues and shortcomings of free markets.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Nil
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Quiz, discussion &d participation 10% Assessment 2: Individual test/ essay 20% Assessment 3: Group Report 30% Assessment 4: Final Examination 40% - CAI204 Marketing Law6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills relevant for marketing decisions and enables students to use marketing law issues to inform and improve those decisions. Students become familiar with the impact of the Australian legal environment on business competition and consumer protection as they encounter law that affects market competition, consumer protection, fair dealing, and relevant regulation.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Business Law (CHM108) Fundamentals of Marketing (CHM104)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Individual assignment 20% Assessment 2: Group assignment 40% Assessment 3: Examination 40% - CAI205 Business Ethics6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills of business ethics and the effect of morality on the conduct of business. This subject advances information about ethical framing and conduct of business. Students develop and apply an appropriate ethical decision-making framework to business decisions. They will develop analytical and critical thinking skills to assist in the identification, analysis and resolution of ethical issues.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Management (CHM106)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Individual report 15% Assessment 1: Group assignment 20% Assessment 2: Individual assignment 15% Assessment 4: Examination 50% - CA206 Managment Accounting6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills in accounting relevant for decision-making and reporting to create and enhance value for shareholders. Students explore how management information is prepared and used to assist management decision-making in the exchange of goods and services. Students develop practical skills in the preparation of financial and non-financial management information for planning, control, performance, operations, strategy and pricing, and the use of different costs for different purposes.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Accounting for Decision Making (CHM101) Introduction to Management (CHM106)
Assessment: Assessment 1: In-class discussion and participation 10% Assessment 2: Individual mid semester test 30% Assessment 3: Individual assignment 10% Assessment 4: Examination 50% - CA207 Accounting Theory6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills in the ways in which accounting standards are interpreted and applied to transform enterprise financial data into meaningful financial statements. Students develop familiarity with the processes of collection, assemblage and harnessing of accounting data into meaningful financial statements. Students develop skills in the application of appropriate accounting standards in the preparation of financial statements and skills to distinguish the impact of alternative accounting assumptions on reported enterprise performance.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Accounting for Decision Making (CHM101)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Chapter summaries and participation 10% Assessment 2: Individual report and presentation 15% Assessment 3: Group Report and presentation 25% Assessment 4: Examination 50% - CA208 Financial Accounting6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills in basic accounting and internal control procedures used for assembling and reporting accounting information among entities such as companies, partnerships, and sole traders. Students develop knowledge and practical skills applicable to the framework and issues in financial processes and in the application of the accounting, recording and reporting process as well as in accounting for assets, liabilities, and owner’s equity, in businesses, partnerships and companies.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Accounting for Decision Making (CHM101)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Weekly activities 15% Assessment 2: Manual accounting 20% Assessment 3: MYOB Lab Test 15% Assessment 4: Examination 50% - CME201 Fundamentals Of Digital Marketing6.0 points
39.0 hours
This unit aims to introduce students to the fundamental principles and practices of digital marketing and to assist students to develop an understanding of the application of digital marketing processes and techniques. As marketing evolves with the application of digital platforms, so do the skill and knowledge requirements of marketing graduates. Students will be exposed to a variety of digital marketing theories and practical applications whilst undertaking this unit. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Fundamentals of Marketing
Assessment: Assessment 1:Individual Assignment 30% Assessment 2:Online quizzes 20% Assessment 3:Group project 30% Assessment 4:Individual Assignment 20% - CME202 Supply Chain For Digital Commerce6.0 points
39.0 hours
Building on the subject The Fundamentals of Marketing, Supply chain for digital commerce is an exploration of the supply chain concepts and issues centered around getting a product to market, focusing mainly on the elements of the supply chain from the point at which a purchasing decision has been made. It includes examination of the purchaser type (business verses individual consumer), the nature of different supply chains and the considerations that should be made about the supply chain design with regard to the good or service, business model and business capability. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Assessment: Assessment 1:Individual Assignment 20% Assessment 2:Group Assessment 40% Assessment 3:Exam 40% - CG206 Global Business Economics6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills in the machinations of international trade economics and business conduct. Students develop knowledge in the economic theory underlying international practice in the exchange of goods and services, and develop awareness of the arguments that involve intervention in trade and services. Students develop a practical knowledge of the key instruments and institutions involved in international business.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
- CG207 Global Business Management6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills to characterise and analyse the international environment within which business is managed. Students develop skills to support the way in which international business is managed through attention to the structure of the organisation. Students develop practical knowledge and skills in managing international business operations.
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
- CME203 Website Design, Creation And Application6.0 points
39.0 hours
- CIHM208 Perspectives On Asia And Pacific Culture And Business6.0 points
39.0 hours
This subject offers students knowledge and skills in the exchange of goods and services in international business in the Asia-Pacific region. Students develop appreciation for managing cultural diversity and its implications for business and develop insights into cross-cultural business practices in the Asia-Pacific region, in particular Asia and China.
6.0 points
39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)
Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial
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Second Year
Admissions Data & Indicative Enrolments
We expect to enrol between 8 and 20 students.
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