Bachelor of Business (RMIT University)

Applicants should have one of the following qualifications:

For Full Programme – 24 Modules

• 3 GCE ‘A’ Level passes or
• Minimum of 3 H2 level subjects with a pass or above

For Advanced 1 – 16 Modules

• An RMIT approved non-cognate diploma from any of the local polytechnics

For Advanced 2 – 12 Modules

• An RMIT approved relevant cognate diploma from SIM or any of the local polytechnics
•  Other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the university.

If an applicant does not satisfy the minimum entry requirement, the applicant may be able to satisfy the requirement if they can produce evidence of other equivalent qualifications or combination of qualifications and experience as assessed by RMIT University on a case-by-case basis.

Exemptions

Applicants holding qualifications other than a recognised diploma from SIM GE or a Singapore local polytechnic, should apply for advanced standing at the time of application.

On receipt of a credit application, RMIT will assess your previous study to determine if the body of knowledge and practice has changed significantly.

If the course content has changed significantly and you have not maintained sustained practice in the field of study, your application may be rejected.

Diploma holders from SIM GE or a Singapore local polytechnic

Holders of a recognised diploma from SIM GE or a Singapore local polytechnic will be granted advanced standing in this business degrees.

Depending on the degree in which a student enrols:

• Diplomas categorised as cognate diplomas are granted 12 exemptions.
• Diplomas categorised as non-cognate diplomas are granted up to 8 exemptions.

For details on diplomas groups and applicable credit, visit the RMIT website

Equivalent International Qualifications

Visit course webpage to view International Admission Criteria

English Language Requirements

Applicants who have achieved one of the following qualifications/studies, where English is the language of teaching and assessment no more than two years prior to the RMIT program commencement date (unless otherwise advised), will meet the English language entry criteria to the program(s):

• GCE ‘A’ levels at a Singaporean high school with 
  • Minimum C or better in General Paper at AS / H1 Level; or 
  • Minimum C grade in H2 subject (excluding language subjects and Mathematics and Music) for A level English – Singapore H2 (previously known as “A level” subject); or 
• SIM diplomas as approved by RMIT; or 
• Other RMIT approved local diplomas with duration less than 3 years; or 
• Candidates with 3-year full-time diploma qualification from a Singaporean Polytechnic, LASALLE College of the Arts, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts or B.C.A Academy, within 5 years prior to the commencement of the RMIT programme; or 
• A minimum of one-year full-time study in an award equivalent to an Australian diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree; or 
• One semester full-time of a postgraduate qualification (equivalent to an Australian graduate certificate or higher).

Note:

Applicants will be deemed to have met the English Language criteria with no time limitation; if they have completed one of the abovementioned qualification/studies and have a minimum of 6 years primary/secondary studies of which a minimum of 2 years of this study was undertaken at secondary / senior secondary level, and where the studies was taught and assessed entirely in English from Singapore or other English-speaking country recognised by RMIT. 

Visit course webpage to Learn more about recognised qualifications

All other applicants can meet the English language entry criteria through the completion of one of the following approved English language proficiency tests no more than two years prior to the RMIT program commencement date: 

• IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0); 
• TOEFL (internet-based test) – iBT: Overall score 79 (with minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); 
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) – PTE(A): 58 (no communication band less than 50); 
• Cambridge English (Advanced CAE): 176 with no less than 169 in any component; 
• RMIT English Worldwide (REW) Advanced Plus or equivalent; OR 
• The completion of other equivalent qualifications, as approved by RMIT University. 

Depending on the majors, minors and modules you choose, you may be suited for careers which include:

• Accountant, Auditor, Economist, Financial Analyst, Financial Planner, Human Resource Professionals, Investment Adviser,  Marketing Professional
• Digital Marketing Analyst, Logistics Analyst, Business Behaviourist, Digital Marketing Manager, Social Media Assistant, Transformation Manager, Community Manager (Public Relations), Ethical Sourcing/Procurement Manager
• Data Analyst, Pricing Analyst, HR Analytics Manager, Data Scientist, Growth Hacker
• Agile Coach, Logistics Analyst, Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Customer Success Specialist, Social Entrepreneur
• Digital Marketing Analyst, Social Media Specialist, User Experience (UX) Analyst, Digital Content Curator, Marketing Personalisation Specialist, Employee Experience (EX) Manager, Digital Capability Coordinator
• Corporate Strategist, Concept Designer, Corporate Development Analyst, Social Innovation Projects Manager, Enterprise Architect

Structure

• The mode of delivery is classroom learning. 
• The programmes focus on both the theory obtained in the classrooms, while students develop an understanding and the confidence to be effective in practice. Beside lectures, students do case studies, problem-solving exercises, projects and self-managed learning activities.
• You may work independently or in a team to conduct research, solve problems, analyse and respond to case studies, prepare or respond to briefs, write original research or case study reports.  
• This style of learning is designed to provide an environment where you can ask questions and seek feedback as well as contribute to class discussion and apply theory to practice. 
• RMIT engages Singapore-based lecturers who demonstrated professional and academic competence. They are supported by RMIT Academic Staff who regularly visit Singapore for consulting, monitoring the programme, moderating assessment and intensive teaching sessions.
• All lectures are held at SIM Headquarters, 461 Clementi Road, Singapore 599491.
• Class requires a minimum of 50 students to commence.
• In the event that the above minimum number is not met, the intake will not commence. Students will be informed within 30 days before class commences.

For Full-time Programme:

• Lectures are normally conducted by both RMIT Academic Staff and Local Lecturers.
• Average teacher:student ratio is 1:64.
• Full-time lectures are typically of 3 hours duration per session with 10 to 15 minutes break, which are held in the mornings or in the afternoons on weekdays.

Assessment & Attendance

• Assessments vary from module to module. Students are normally assessed by continuous assessments in the form of mid-term class tests, individual and group assignments and projects, case studies discussion and class presentations.
• Most modules have a final examination at the end of semester.
• The examinations are held between late April and mid-May for semesters commencing in January and between late October and mid-November for semesters commencing in July.
• The examinations are scheduled on weekdays and Saturdays, in the mornings and afternoons.
• Students are usually allowed to repeat a module once only. For advanced modules with pre-requisites, students are required to satisfactorily meet the pre-requisites before undertaking the modules.
• Attendance requirement: 
• Local students: 75% 
• International students: 90% 

Modules

To be awarded the Bachelor of Business degree, student must complete, or exempted from completing (depending on their advanced standing status), a total of 24 modules.

The Bachelor of Business programme gives you the option to decide how you want to study, and what, to maximise your choices with total flexibility.

4 Business Foundation Modules

• BUSM2563 Understanding the Business Environment
• BUSM2568 Business Decision Making
• BUSM2573 Business in Society
• BUSM2578 Integrated Perspectives on Business Problems

19 Degree Major Modules may make up of:

• 2 Business Majors and 36 credit points of Electives; or    
• 1 Business Major and 2 Business Minors and 36 credit points of Electives; or    
• 1 Business Major and 1 Business Minor and 84 credit points of Electives; or    
• 1 Business Major and 132 credit points of Electives; or    
• 2 Business Minors and 132 credit points of Electives; or    
• 1 Business Minor and 180 credit points of Electives; or    
• 228 credit points of Electives

1 Capstone Module

In your final year, all students will undertake the compulsory Capstone module.

• BUSM2583 Business Graduate Folio

Business Majors & Minors

The list of Business Majors include:

• Economics
• Finance
• Global Business
• Logistics and Supply Chain
• Management and Change
• Marketing

And the Business Minors are:

• Accounting in Business
• Economics
• Finance
• Global Business
• Logistics and Supply Chain
• Management and Change
• Marketing
• People and Organisation