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BACHELOR OF
BUSINESS

Majors: Entrepreneurship and Innovation | Information Systems | Hospitality Management
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CRICOS Course Code: 118496B
Duration: 3 years

The Bachelor of Business (BBus) is an AQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification that provides a comprehensive foundation in business and management. The program integrates core studies in accounting, economics, law, marketing, management, and organisational behaviour with opportunities to major in Hospitality Management, Information Systems, or Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Emphasising both academic rigour and applied learning, the BBus equips graduates with the analytical, technical, and professional skills required for contemporary business practice in Australian and international contexts.

ABOUT

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ADMISSION
REQUIREMENTS

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CREDIT FOR
PRIOR LEARNING

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COURSE STRUCTURE
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MODES OF STUDY
ASSESSMENT

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ABOUT THIS COURSE

The Bachelor of Business (BBus) is an AQF Level 7 undergraduate qualification designed to provide students with broad business knowledge and applied management capabilities across diverse organisational contexts. The program combines a comprehensive suite of core units with opportunities to major in Hospitality Management, Information Systems, or Entrepreneurship and Innovation, ensuring graduates develop the analytical, technical, and professional skills required for contemporary business practice. Its philosophy emphasises academic rigour integrated with applied learning, preparing graduates for professional careers in business or progression to postgraduate study.

To fulfil the requirements of this course, students must complete 240 credit points over three years of full-time study (or part-time equivalent). This includes 13 core units that establish the foundation of business knowledge, 9 units in a chosen major, and 2 elective units. Students may also elect to complete a 20-credit-point  internship, providing direct professional experience and strengthening career readiness.

MAJORS

The Entrepreneurship and Innovation major equips students with the knowledge and capabilities to design, develop, and manage new ventures in dynamic business environments. The sequence of units covers entrepreneurial management, start-up and small business operations, corporate and disruptive innovation, finance for entrepreneurs, and intellectual property and commercialisation. Students learn to identify and evaluate opportunities, secure resources, and implement innovative strategies that create value in both established organisations and new enterprises. A capstone project or internship option enables students to apply entrepreneurial thinking to real-world challenges. Graduates of this major are prepared to launch their own ventures or contribute to innovation-driven roles across industries.

The Information Systems major develops the skills required to manage the design, implementation, and governance of technology solutions in business contexts. Students engage with units in Python programming for business, systems analysis and design, project management, knowledge management, business analytics, management information systems, and enterprise systems governance, risk, and compliance. In the final stage, students may complete either a capstone project or an industry internship (equivalent to two elective units), providing practical experience and applied learning opportunities.

This major prepares students to align technology strategy with organisational goals, manage digital projects, and support decision-making through data-driven insights. Emphasis is placed on understanding digital transformation and emerging technologies in both global and local contexts. Graduates are equipped for roles such as Business Systems Analyst, IT Project Manager, Digital Transformation Consultant, and Information Systems Manager.

The Hospitality Management major provides students with sector-specific expertise for leadership in the global hospitality and tourism industries. The program covers the foundations of hospitality, food and beverage management, service quality and experience design, accommodation and rooms division management, and facilities management. Additional units address responsible revenue and cost management, as well as risk and crisis management in hospitality organisations. Leadership and change management is included as a core component, ensuring students can adapt to the challenges of an evolving service industry. This major also includes a core internship unit, enabling students to gain practical experience and industry connections. Graduates are prepared for management roles in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and related service organisations in Australia and internationally.

Early Entry Program
Apply with Year 11 results + personal statement.
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Guaranteed entry
Successful completion of Year 12 (ATAR 50 or equivalent) or admission to an equivalent AQF Level 7 course.
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Duration

Full time: 3 years
(or equivalent part time)

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Start dates

20 July
23 November
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Study options

Part Time (Domestic students only)
Full Time

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Fees

FEE-HELP applicable to Domestic Students only

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GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES

Graduates of the Bachelor of Business (BBus) at Crown Institute of Higher Education (CIHE) are recognised for their broad foundation in business knowledge, discipline-specific expertise, and commitment to ethical and responsible practice. Through a structured program of core units, electives, and a major, they acquire the analytical, technical, and professional skills required to succeed in contemporary organisational contexts.

BBus graduates demonstrate the ability to apply business principles across a range of functional areas, analyse problems systematically, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. With the option to undertake an internship, they gain practical experience that complements their academic studies, ensuring readiness for the workplace. Their attributes include critical thinking, teamwork, adaptability, digital literacy, and cross-cultural awareness, all of which support effective participation in the global business environment.

The program prepares graduates for entry-level professional positions in fields such as management, marketing, information systems, entrepreneurship, and hospitality. With a strong grounding in business fundamentals and applied learning, BBus graduates are well positioned to contribute to organisational success in Australia and internationally, and to pursue further study at the postgraduate level.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To satisfy the general entrance requirements for admission to the BBUS course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements:

DOMESTIC STUDENTS
ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Successful completion of Year 12 (or equivalent) with an ATAR of at least 50, or admission to an equivalent AQF Level 7 course at an Australian university or higher education institution. Applicants who do not meet these requirements may be considered through alternative entry pathways, including mature-age entry, special testing, or recognition of prior learning, where they can demonstrate the academic capability to undertake undergraduate study.

CIHE welcomes direct applications from domestic students, without the need to apply through intermediaries such as UAC. You can start your application by following this link.

Domestic students can apply via the Early Entry Program, which allows applications based on:

  • Year 11 results
  • A personal statement outlining extracurricular achievements

Learn more about our Early Entry Program

  • Eligible domestic students may access FEE-HELP assistance provided by the Australian Government to support the cost of their studies at CIHE. Learn more about FEE-HELP. 
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students must meet the same academic entry requirements as domestic applicants. In addition, international students, or local applicants with international qualifications completed in a language other than English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. 

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

International students, or domestic applicants with international qualifications completed in a language other than English, must demonstrate English language proficiency. This can be satisfied with one of the following:

  • IELTS Academic: Overall 6.0, no band less than 5.5
  • Pearson PTE Academic: Overall 50, no communicative skill below 42
  • Equivalent recognised qualification
  • Complete the application form
    • International Student Application Form (available on the CIHE website)
    • Application for Credit for Prior Learning (if applicable)
    • Note: CIHE does not accept applications from students under 18 years of age.
  • Apply through the correct channel
    • Offshore applicants must apply via an authorised CIHE agent.
    • A list of approved partners is available at out partner page.  
    • Offshore applicants may also be required to complete a Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) form. The Registrar will advise agents if this applies.
  • Prepare and provide certified documents
    • Academic transcripts and certificates (with English translation if applicable)
    • Evidence of English language proficiency
    • Passport and visa (if applicable)
  • Submit your application
    • Through an authorised education agent
    • By email: admissions@cihe.edu.au
    • In person or by post: 116 Pacific Highway, North Sydney NSW 2060
  • Assessment and outcome
    • CIHE will assess the application and notify you of the outcome.
    • Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer and Written Agreement.
  • Acceptance and enrolment
    • Students must sign and return the Letter of Offer and Written Agreement, and pay the tuition deposit as specified.
    • CIHE will then issue a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE), required to apply for an Australian student visa.

CHOOSE A MAJOR TO VIEW ITS COURSE STRUCTURE

Students complete 13 core units, 9 Hospitality Management units, and 2 electives. An internship (20 credit points, equivalent to 2 electives) is available as an option.

Semester 1
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS101 Business Communication 10
BUS112 Management Principles and Operations 10
ACC101 Accounting Practice 10
ENT111 Managing Entrepreneurship and Innovation 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS114 Business Intelligence 10
BUS108 Business Ethics for Digital Age 10
ICT101 Introduction to Information Technology and Information Systems 10
BUS105 Economics 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
LAW101 Commercial Law 10
BUS103 Accounting for Decision Making 10
BUS109 Marketing Principles 10
HOST200 Foundations of Hospitality 10 Must be completed as it is prerequisite for higher-level Hospitality units.
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS206 Managing People and Culture 10 Pre-req: BUS112 Management Principles and Operations
HOST201 Food and Beverage Management 10 Pre-req: HOST200 Foundations of Hospitality
HOST202 Service Quality and Experience Design 10 Pre-req: HOST200 Foundations of Hospitality
HOST204 Accommodation and Rooms Division Management 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
HOST300 Facility Management in Hospitality (& Rooms Division Management & Contracts) 10 Pre-req: HOST200 Foundation of Hospitality
HOST302 Responsible Revenue and Cost Management in Hospitality 10 Pre-req: ACC101 Accounting Practice, and BUS103 Accounting for Decision Making
HOST301 Risk and Crisis Management in Hospitality 10 Pre-req: HOST200 Foundations of Hospitality
Choose an Elective Unit 10 An Elective unit to be chosen from Hospitality Management Electives
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS304 Leadership and Change Management 10 (Core unit for all BBUS students)
HOST203 Functions and Event Management 10 Pre-req: HOST200 Foundations of Hospitality
HOST303 Services Marketing 10
Choose an Elective unit 10 An Elective unit to be chosen from Hospitality Management Electives
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS307 Internship (Work Integrated Learning) 20 20 Credit Point Unit
HOST305 Strategic Stakeholder Management 10 Pre-req: BUS206 Managing People and Culture

Students complete 13 core units, 9 Information Systems units, and 2 electives. An Internship (20 credit points, equivalent to 2 electives) is also available as an option.

Semester 1
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS101 Business Communication 10
BUS112 Management Principles and Operations 10
ACC101 Accounting Practice 10
ENT111 Managing Entrepreneurship and Innovation 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS114 Business Intelligence 10
BUS108 Business Ethics for Digital Age 10
ICT101 Introduction to Information Technology and Information Systems 10
BUS105 Economics 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
LAW101 Commercial Law 10
BUS103 Accounting for Decision Making 10
BUS109 Marketing Principles 10
BUS206 Managing People and Culture 10 Pre-req: BUS112 Management Principles and Operations
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BIS100 Python Programming for Business 10
ICT207 Knowledge Management 10 Pre-req: ICT101 Introduction to Information Technology and Information Systems
BIS200 System Analysis and Design 10 Pre-req: BIS100 Python Programming for Business
BIS201 IS Project Management 10 Pre-req: ICT101 Introduction to Information Technology and Information Systems
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BIS302 Digital Presence 10 Pre-req: ICT207 Knowledge Management
BIS300 Business Analytics 10 Pre-req: BIS200 System Analysis and Design
BIS301 Management Information Systems 10 Pre-req: BIS200 System Analysis and Design
BUS304 Leadership and Change Management 10 (Core unit for all BBUS students)
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS307 Internship (Work Integrated Learning), or 2 electives 20 Students either take BUS307 Internship pick two electives from Information Systems electives
BIS303 Capstone Project 10
ICT309 Information Systems Governance Risk and Compliance 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BIS104 Data Communications and Network 10
ICT201 Database Systems 10 Pre req: ICT101 Introduction to Information Technology and Information Systems
BIS204 Information Security Management 10
BIS205 Cloud Computing 10

Students complete 13 core units, 9 Entrepreneurship and Innovation units, and 2 electives. An internship (20 credit points, equivalent to 2 electives) is available as an option.

Semester 1
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS101 Business Communication 10
BUS112 Management Principles and Operations 10
ACC101 Accounting Practice 10
ENT111 Managing Entrepreneurship and Innovation 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS114 Business Intelligence 10
BUS108 Business Ethics for Digital Age 10
ICT101 Introduction to Information Technology and Information Systems 10
BUS105 Economics 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
LAW101 Commercial Law 10
BUS103 Accounting for Decision Making 10
BUS109 Marketing Principles 10
BUS206 Managing People and Culture 10 Pre-req: BUS112 Management Principles and Operations
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
ENT201 Practices of Entrepreneurship 10
ENT202 Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation 10 Pre-req: ENT111 Managing Entrepreneurship and Innovation
BUS213 Start-up and Small Business Management 10 Pre-req: ACC101 Accounting Practice
ENT203 Disruptive Innovation 10
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
ENT301 Finance for Entrepreneurs 10 Pre-req: ACC101 Accounting Practice
ENT308 Intellectual Property and Commercialisation 10
BUS304 Leadership and Change Management 10 (Core unit for all BBUS students)
Choose an Elective 10 Students choose an elective from Entrepreneurship & Innovation Elective units.
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
ENT309 Entrepreneurship Project, OR BUS307 Internship (Work Integrated Learning) 20 Students either take ENT309, or
they take BUS307 Internship

Pre-requisite for ENT309: Student must complete 120 credit points

BUS309 Governance, Risk and Compliance 10 Excluded if students have ICT309
Choose an elective 10 Students choose an elective from Entrepreneurship and Innovation elective units
UNIT CREDIT POINT NOTES
BUS202 Business Planning 10
BUS205 Agile Project Management 10
BUS303 International Business 10 Pre req: BUS105 Economics
ENT303 The Global Entrepreneur 10 Pre req: ENT201 Practices of Entrepreneurship
ENT304 Integrated Marketing Communication 10
ENT305 Product Launch, Promotion and Growth 10 Pre req: ENT304 Integrated Marketing Communication

CREDIT FOR PRIOR LEARNING

CIHE Australia grants credit towards a course of study on the basis of prior learning, whether from formal studies or professional work experience to ensure that students commence study at a level appropriate to their learning experiences. 

Learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning >

MODES OF STUDY ASSESSMENT

At CIHE we provide workshop-based engaged learning. All our units involve participation in 3 hours of on-campus workshop per week for 12 weeks. Each week’s workshop will require preparation – reading, activities and online work.

All our units are supported by an online learning management system – Moodle.

We use a range of assessment tasks at CIHE to help you monitor your learning – quizzes, group work, case-studies and scenario-based activities, reports and exams.

Our assessment tasks are designed to be work-oriented, that is, they are designed to mimic the real world processes involved in business so that you will be ready to start your career as an active independent professional.

INDICATIVE STUDENT NUMBERS​

Indicative student numbers for this course are 20 enrolled students at any one time.

CIHE Australia acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants and traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. CIHE Australia respectfully acknowledges their Elders, past and present.
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