University of Adelaide

What you'll study

This programme is a three-year full‑time undergraduate degree that blends foundational business subjects with a focused international business stream. You will study theory and practice across economics, accounting, marketing and management while taking specialist subjects that address global markets, cross‑cultural leadership and international trade.

• Core business modules — introductory accounting, micro- and macroeconomics, business law, organisational behaviour and quantitative methods for business.
• International business subjects — international trade and policy, global strategy, cross‑cultural management, international marketing, global supply chain and logistics, and international business law and ethics.
• Finance and analytics — international finance & foreign exchange, risk management and business analytics for global decisions.
• Experiential learning — industry projects, case studies and opportunities for internships or professional placements with multinational companies or export organisations.
• Electives and language study — options to study a foreign language and electives from areas such as sustainability, entrepreneurship or digital business to tailor your degree to particular regions or sectors.
• Capstone — a final project or integrative capstone subject that applies international business principles to a real or simulated cross‑border challenge.

Entry requirements

Typical entry is via completion of an Australian senior secondary qualification with a competitive ATAR or an equivalent overseas secondary qualification. Applicants are assessed on academic achievement and, where relevant, may be considered through alternative pathways such as recognised diplomas, TAFE study or mature‑age entry.

• International applicants — an equivalent secondary school qualification from your home country plus demonstrated English language proficiency.
• English language — an approved English test score is required if English is not your first language (the University accepts a range of tests and scores; check the University’s accepted equivalents).
• Prerequisites — no specific high‑school subject is strictly required in most cases, though competence in mathematics and strong written communication skills are recommended.
• Combined and pathway options — you can often combine this degree with other disciplines or articulate from relevant diploma programs; check the University of Adelaide’s pathway and articulation arrangements.

Career prospects

Graduates are equipped for roles that require understanding of international markets, cross‑border operations and multicultural working environments. The degree develops practical skills in negotiation, strategy and commercial analysis that employers value.

• Export/import manager or trade coordinator
• International marketing or brand manager
• Global supply chain and logistics analyst
• International business development executive
• Trade policy adviser, government trade officer or work within diplomatic missions
• Management consultant specialising in market entry and global strategy
• Roles in multinational corporations, international NGOs or regional trade organisations

Why study at University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide offers this programme through its business school with strong links to industry and a focus on applied learning. Students benefit from opportunities to undertake workplace projects, professional placements and international exchange programs with partner universities. The University’s location in Adelaide provides close connections to state government agencies, export businesses and a growing tech and defence sector, supporting internships and graduate employment pathways.

Support services such as career counselling, internship facilitation and language support help international business students develop the practical and intercultural skills employers seek, while elective choices and industry engagement enable specialisation in particular regions or sectors.