Bachelor of
Commerce (Applied)

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First Year




CHM101Accounting For Decision Making

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Individual 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%), and Exam (40%)

CHM102Business Communication

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Individual, Weekly Exercise - 40%), Assessment 2 (Individual, Essay 25%) and Assessment 3 (Group Project 35%)

CHM103Business Statistics

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Test 20%), Assessment 2 (Group Project 40%) and Exam (40%)

CHM104Fundamentals Of Marketing

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Individual 20%), Assessment 2 (Group Report 40%), and Assessment 3 (Group Project 40%)

CHM105Macroeconomics

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Test 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Exam (40%)

CHM106Introduction To Management

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Individual 30%), Assessment 2 (group 30%) and Exam (40%)

CHM107Organisational Behaviour

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Individual 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%), Assessment 3 (Portfolio 10%), Assessment 4 (Reflection on Team 10%) and Assessment 5 (Development Plan 20%)

CHM108Introduction To Business Law

6.0 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


Prerequisites: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Individual 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Exam (40%)




Second Year




CAI201Business Finance

6.0 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: CHM103 Business Statistics
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Test 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Exam (40%)

CAI202Business Information Systems

6.0 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: N/A
Assessment: Assessment (Individual 30%), Assessment 2 (Group 30%) and Exam (40%)

CAI203Microeconomics

6.0 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: N/A
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Test 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Exam (40%)

CAI204Marketing Law

6.0 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: CHM108: Introduction to Business Law and CHM104: Fundamentals of Marketing
Assessment: Assressment 1 (Individual 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Exam (40%)

CAI205Business Ethics

6.0 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: CHM106 Introduction to Management
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Individual 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Exam (40%)

CA206Management Accounting

6.0 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: CHM101: Accounting for Decision Making and CHM106 Introduction to Management
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Test 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Assessment 3 (Exam 40%)

CA207Accounting Theory

6.0 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: CHM101: Accounting for Decision Making
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Test 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Assessment 3 (Exam 40%)

CA208Financial Accounting

6.0 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: CHM101: Accounting for Decision Making
Assessment: Assessment 1 (Test 20%), Assessment 2 (Group 40%) and Assessment 3 (Exam 40%)




Third Year




CA301Company Law

6.0 points

36.0 hours



In undertaking this subject, students explore the regulations, relations and issues between the interest of the company (or entity) in generating business and maximising profits, and protecting the interests of investors, lenders, and consumers against unreasonable risks. Students develop familiarity with corporate regulation in Australia and develop knowledge and skills to accommodate corporate regulation with their quality involvement in company management, governance, financial reporting, corporate financing and solvency. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Business Law (CHM108) Introduction to Management (CHM106)
Assessment: Assessment 1: In class discussion and participation 10% Assessment 2: Individual assignment and presentation 20% Assessment 3: Individual assignment 20% Assessment 4: Examination 50%

CA302Corporate Accounting

6.0 points

36.0 hours



This subject offers students critical knowledge of the regulatory framework governing company accounting and corporate activity and its relationship with the key elements of financial statements, such as preparing and presenting corporate financial reports. Students develop critical skills in the recognition, measurement and recording of company income tax, leases, business acquisition transactions, liquidation accounting, and in the preparation of consolidated financial statements. Students have an opportunity to evaluate the appropriate disclosure standards in the origination, presentation and reporting of published corporate financial statements. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Accounting Theory (CA207)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Weekly tutorial questions & participation 10% Assessment 2: Mid semester test 20% Assessment 3: Group Report 20% Assessment 4: Examination 50%

CA303Taxation Law

6.0 points

36.0 hours



This subject offers students critical knowledge in the principles and commercial relevance of Australian Taxation Law, its legislative provisions, and ongoing tax reforms. Students develop critical skills in the practical application of relevant tax principles, provisions of the legislation and case law. Students develop advanced knowledge and skills in the effects of taxation on many commercial and personal decisions, and addressing taxation laws essential to inform and improve those decisions. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Business Law (CHM108)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Individual mid semester test 20% Assessment 2: Group Assignment 30% Assessment 3: Final Examination 50%

CA304Auditing

6.0 points

36.0 hours



This subject offers students critical knowledge and skills in the standards and processes of auditing, including the application of auditing principles to accounting. Students develop critical knowledge of the auditor's decision-making process, changing environment, and methodologies, and with the legal liability and statutory responsibilities of auditors. Students develop confidence and assurance about business practice which is important for maintaining high standards of credibility, governance and accountability in commerce. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Management (CHM106) Management Accounting (CA206) Financial Accounting (CA208)
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Individual in class test 25% Assessment 2: Group case study and presentation 25% Assessment 3: Final Examination 50%

CHM305Entrepreneurship And Innovation

6.0 points

39.0 hours



This subject offers students an understanding of entrepreneurship, innovation and new venture generation, and start-up. Students explore the key characteristics of successful entrepreneurs and the processes and strategies that they apply to ensure the success of their ventures. Through a group project, a key focus of this subject will be the development of enterprising and entrepreneurial attitudes, skills and behaviours including creativity and innovative practice, to ensure the effective establishment of the entrepreneurial mindset, and exploration and exploitation of opportunities, and their implementation and management.

6.0 points

39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)

Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial


Prerequisites: Nil
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Individual Assignment: 30% Assessment 2: Individual Assignment 25% Assessment 3: Group Project 45%

CHM306Leadership

6.0 points

39.0 hours



The subject introduces the theories and themes of leadership within the dynamics of organisational context, processes and practices. The subject promotes student reflection on personal leadership. Students critically analyse and explore contemporary leadership issues and their implications for management through case studies, critiques, debate and reflection. Students explore and discuss how the leadership concepts and ideas are played out in the workplace in relation to power. Topics covered are the classical and contemporary leadership theories, the dysfunctional organisation and its implications to the workplace, the management of change in turbulent times, and emotional leadership and its positive impact in turbulent times. Throughout the course the student is encouraged to design and improve his or her leadership practices. Critiquing and testing hypothesis of various leadership theories in the modern workplace. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: CHM107: Organisational Behaviour
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Individual Assignment 40% Assessment 2: Individual report 30% Assessment 3: Group Assignment 30%

CI303Issues In International Law

6.0 points

39.0 hours



This subject introduces students to issues involved in international law. This will provide a background to the public environment within which commercial transactions are undertaken. This subject also assists students to demonstrate their understanding of the principles and practices of international law, including its origins, interactions and supportive institutions. This subject is about understanding the sources, boundaries and institutions in international law and their application. The subject identifies and applies international law issues that are available for improving the organisation's participation in the exchange of goods and services. Contact hours are 1 hour lecture plus 2 hour tutorials for 13 weeks.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Business Law (CHM108) Marketing Law (CAI204)
Corequisites: Workplace Internship Project (CHM307)
Assessment: Assessment 1: Board presentation & group report 15% Assessment 2: Report 10% Assessment 3: Essay 25% Assessment 4: Examination 50%

CHM307Workplace Internship Project

12.0 points

78.0 hours



As this is the capstone subject in the degree, students undertake a work-based commerce project in an organisation. This project offers students an opportunity to creatively problem solve, and apply critical, analytical, self-directed, reflective, and practical commerce skills. Students develop resourceful and industry-informed knowledge, with an ethical, attentive, respectful, and fair approach.
Students will undertake their project in a workplace under the supervision of an industry partner and a BHI Commerce academic staff member. With advice from both supervisors will design a suitable project which is confirmed by all three parties. The project is expected to include a literature review, collection of a range of data from a variety of sources, analysis of business contexts, analysis of issues, review of best practices, generation of alternative problem resolutions, evaluation and recommendations. Students deliver and present a critical business project. They will communicate the results and conclusions in a short verbal presentation and deliver a full report documenting the process, analyses, outcomes and lessons learned.
A scheduled set of classes and workshops prepare students for key tasks and support student learning and application.

6.0 points

39 hours/semester (3 x 13 weeks)

Subject contact hours (per week): 1x1 hour lecture and 1x2 hour tutorial


Prerequisites: All first year, second year and first semester of third year subjects or permission of the Academic Course Manager.
Corequisites: Nil
Assessment: Assessment 1: Project design report 30% Assessment 2: Progress report 20% Assessment 3: Final project report and presentation 50%

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