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Global University of Wollongong Leaders Development Program Global Leaders Development Program AS PART OF THIS PROGRAM, YOU WILL HAVE A CHOICE OF THREE DEGREES: Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours)* Majoring in: –– Accountancy, OR The first of its kind in Australia, the Global Leaders –– Finance Development Program is designed specifically for top- Bachelor of Commerce Global achieving high school students aspiring to become the next – Bachelor of Laws* generation of global leaders. You will receive generous Majoring in: financial support to study at four of UOW’s global locations –– Accountancy – Wollongong, Dubai, Hong Kong and Singapore. By –– Economics completing multiple internships, you will gain real-world 2 –– Finance work experience with top-rated multinational firms –– Financial Planning –– Human Resource Management preparing you for success as professionals, not –– International Business just graduates. –– Management –– Marketing –– Public Relations, or Professor Alex Frino –– Supply Chain Management Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Global Strategy) Bachelor of Computer Science Global (Honours)* Majoring in: –– Big Data –– Cyber Security –– Digital Systems Security –– Game and Mobile Development, OR –– Software Engineering * Subject to academic and regulatory approvals.
University of Wollongong Global Leaders Development Program Why study a UOW Global degree? STUDY AT A WORLD CLASS INSTITUTION SIGNIFICANT FINANCIAL SUPPORT Join an institution ranked in the top two per cent of universities UOW will fund each student’s flight and accommodation expenses in the world1 and recognised as one of the most international while studying at each UOW teaching location overseas. In universities. addition, by completing multiple internships, students will receive a total of $18,000 in industry-sponsored travel grants. STUDY IN THREE OF THE WORLD’S GLOBAL BUSINESS HUBS ACADEMIC MENTORSHIP As part of your second year, you will study at UOW’s teaching An Academic Course Director will be on hand to offer support 3 locations in Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai. and career guidance to Global degree students. Local academic mentors and student buddies will also be available at each overseas teaching location. GUARANTEED INTERNSHIPS WITH HIGH PROFILE ORGANISATIONS EXCEPTIONAL LEADERSHIP SKILLS By completing multiple internships, you will gain real-world work experience with top-rated multinational firms – giving you the From your international experience, you will emerge with a edge in a highly competitive global job market. global perspective and strong cross-cultural communication and leadership skills, which are highly valued by employers. INTEGRATED HONOURS DEGREE UNIQUE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Enhance your research and analytical skills through honours study creating an option to continue into an advanced research A series of events and professional development opportunities degree. will be integrated into your degree, preparing you for success in your chosen career, and for the next generation of leadership roles. 1. 232nd in the world – QS World University Rankings 2018 and 251-300 band Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018
Degree Information The UOW Global Leaders Development Program incorporates three unique degrees – the Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours), the Bachelor of Commerce Global – Bachelor of Laws and the Bachelor of Computer Science Global (Honours). These degrees offer the country’s best and brightest students the opportunity to gain real-world skills and work experience by completion of multiple internships. By enrolling in a UOW Global degree, you also will receive significant financial scholarships, undertake extensive overseas study and be exposed to leadership training and development activities designed to propel you into leadership roles in your chosen career. Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours) Bachelor of Commerce Global – DURATION: 4 years Bachelor of Laws* ATAR – SR: 95 UAC CODE: 753620 DURATION: 5 – 5.5 YEARS ATAR – SR: 95 University of Wollongong INTAKE: Autumn (February) LOCATION: Wollongong UAC CODE: 751225 IB: 36-37 INTAKE: Autumn (February) LOCATION: Wollongong IB: 36-37 A UOW commerce degree offers a foundation year that covers all *Subject to final approval core disciplines of business, giving students a solid understanding of issues facing organisations today. You will receive relevant industry-driven content and a firm foundation in the principles of A Bachelor of Laws from UOW equips you with a comprehensive ethical commerce and social responsibility. You will also have the legal education: a world-class degree that provides a thorough option to major in Accountancy or Finance and will complete an grounding in the law, as well as a real-world focus on the essential honours thesis in the final year of your degree. practical skills and the social and ethical context in which the law operates. You will also be exposed to relevant industry-driven content as part of your Commerce degree gaining a firm foundation in the principles of social responsibility, preparing you for success BEST IN NSW/ACT in your chosen career. The federal government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) ranked UOW in 2018 as the best Global Leaders Development Program university in New South Wales and the ACT for Business BEST IN NSW/ACT and Management. The federal government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) ranked UOW in 2018 as the best university in New South Wales and the ACT for Law and Majors Paralegal Studies. UOW Law has also been ranked 85th worldwide, 8th in Australia and 3rd in New South Wales by ACCOUNTANCY the Times Higher Education World University Rankings Accountancy is about providing reliable, timely and accurate (2018). information for decision makers, especially for economic decisions. Topics include financial reporting, auditing, management, accounting and information systems in accounting. You will learn Majors about financial accounting in its organisational, social and political contexts, as well as study relevant law subjects (including taxation ACCOUNTANCY law and law of business organisations) to be eligible for associate membership of professional accounting bodies. Please refer to Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours) majors. FINANCE FINANCE Finance is about money and investments. People on their own and Please refer to Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours) majors. in partnerships, companies and other entities (including state and federal governments), have a common objective of profitable ECONOMICS 4 investment. You will learn the theoretical knowledge and tools demanded by employers in all sections of the world economy: Economists are interested in the behaviour of consumers and investment, financial markets, financial modelling and portfolio business firms; the labour market; health care; the environment; analysis. You will explore corporate finance, including financial technology and innovation; economic growth and development; strategies, security analysis and portfolio management. monetary and fiscal policy; international trade and finance; and the global economy. Course Structure You will study both macroeconomic and microeconomic theory with an emphasis on policy and its effect on working economies. –– After completion of a foundation first year at the Wollongong You will look at what determines supply and demand for various campus covering the core disciplines of business, you will study goods and services, how prices are determined, consumption and advanced Accountancy or Finance topics. investment patterns, international influences on the economy, the –– You will then undertake your second year of study at three of role of government within the economy, and money and interest the University of Wollongong’s global locations – UOW College rates. in Hong Kong, PSB Academy in Singapore and UOW in Dubai. –– You will complete your third year and your final year of honours study at the Wollongong campus. –– Industry engagement is an integral component of this degree. You will have the opportunity to undertake multiple internships. For frequently asked questions regarding Global degrees please visit: coursefinder.uow.edu.au/golead
FINANCIAL PLANNING PUBLIC RELATIONS Financial planners must have an understanding not only of finance Public Relations (PR) is about managing information between but of accounting, management and marketing. Financial planning private and public spaces – between organisations and is the design of specific financial outcomes that meet a client’s stakeholders, individuals and the public, or a combination of these. University of Wollongong unique needs and objectives, given their financial resources and The key is effective communication and the way this information risk profile. You will investigate securities and the market they is planned and executed. You will learn how to communicate operate in as well as theories of the market and the equilibrium effectively with internal and external stakeholders using a range prices of securities. You will learn how to assess investments, and of media. A PR major teaches you how to evaluate the cultural and the method for identifying the best financial product for a client, organisational contexts, key trends and ethical issues influencing with particular attention to their risk profile. contemporary PR, and to critically evaluate the role of PR in society and organisations. HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT People are an organisation’s most valuable resource. Human Resource Management (HRM) is concerned with finding the Supply Chain Management is concerned with the entire life cycle right people for an organisation and, having employed them, of a product or service, from before it is made, to how it is disposed nurturing them so that they want to stay and perform to the of, and how it moves between each stage. As well as goods and best of their abilities. Specific focus is placed on the acquisition services, supply chain managers analyse and manage information and development of employees, positively influencing their from the suppliers, through intermediaries, to the customer. employment performance while monitoring and managing the You will learn the principles and tools associated with operations processes of staff selection, retention and turnover. Global Leaders Development Program management and continuous quality improvement. You will also HRM examines specific people management practices, such as gain an understanding of total supply chain management and have recruitment and selection, organisational behaviour, employee the opportunity to specialise in a number of areas, such as logistics, relations, management of change, learning and development, and operations, systems thinking, continuous quality improvement workplace health and safety management. and supply chain strategies. INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS Course Structure International Business is about understanding business in other –– You will complete a foundational year of study at the cultures and regions, and learning how to think globally about Wollongong campus covering the core concepts of law. the business world. You will learn how to manage across cultural boundaries in an international business context, having gained –– You will then undertake your second year of study at three of knowledge of international human resource management and the University of Wollongong’s global locations – PSB Academy trade environments. You’ll improve your understanding of in Singapore, UOW College in Hong Kong and UOW in Dubai. leadership, strategy, cultural diversity, communications and While overseas you will study first level subjects covering the decision making as they relate to contemporary international core disciplines of business. business issues. –– You will then complete your third, fourth and final year at the Wollongong campus in which you will study advanced law and MANAGEMENT commerce subjects. Management is the art and science of planning, coordinating and –– Industry engagement is an integral component of this leading group efforts. It is the mobilising of human and material degree. You will have the opportunity to undertake multiple resources to achieve organisational goals. You will learn how internships. 5 to strategically manage both physical and intangible assets for organisational success and employee wellbeing. You will do this by gaining a sound understanding of the framework of organisational structures, including the local and international environments in Bachelor of Commerce Global – which they operate. Bachelor of Laws (Honours)* You are not able to directly enrol in this degree. If you are MARKETING interested in undertaking Honours in law, you must have Marketing is the activities, institutions and processes for creating, completed at least 124 credit points of compulsory law subjects. communicating and delivering products and services. This You must also have achieved a weighted average mark (WAM) of includes facilitating relationships to deliver value for consumers, 70% or more based on all 100 and 200 level core LLB subjects. clients and society. It’s about everything from establishing Consideration will be given by the School of Law in exceptional who the customer is to developing a competitive advantage by cases where the required WAM has not been achieved. Entry must effectively positioning products and services in the market. You be approved by the Head of School, in consultation with the LLB will study how consumers behave, how organisations find out Honours Coordinator and your proposed supervisor. about their markets and the customers in those markets, how to *Subject to final approval create effective marketing communications campaigns, and how organisations manage marketing successfully. For frequently asked questions regarding Global degrees please visit: coursefinder.uow.edu.au/golead
Bachelor of Computer Science Global (Honours) DURATION: 4 YEARS ATAR – SR: 95 DIGITAL SYSTEMS SECURITY UAC CODE: 754130 INTAKE: Autumn (February) Information and systems security is becoming increasingly LOCATION: Wollongong important for everyday life: we want technology to protect our IB: 36-37 digital information such as IDs, assets and data security, and to secure email and online privacy for individuals, homes, families As part of this degree you will focus on the theoretical foundations and offices. and practical approaches to computation and its applications. The Digital Systems Security major focuses on the theoretical and There is an opportunity to specialise in a major from your second practical applications of information and digital security across a year of study by choosing one of the below major options. In your range of subjects, including: operating systems security; file and third year you will develop your own application as part of an data protection; heterogeneous computing; systems architecture; annual student team project, developing solutions to real-world cryptography and its secure applications; and network and problems provided by our industry partners. In your final year you telecommunications security. University of Wollongong will complete an honours thesis. GAME AND MOBILE DEVELOPMENT The Game and Mobile Development major has been designed ONE OF THE BEST IN AUSTRALIA to meet the current global demand for skilled graduates in the AND THE WORLD areas of game and multimedia system development. This major will equip you with skills to apply techniques to the development The federal government’s Quality Indicators for Learning of video games and related systems on computers and mobile and Teaching (QILT) ranked UOW in 2018 as second among platforms, including devices such as mobile phones, tablets all universities in Australia for Computing and Information and wearable devices. You will be able to identify approaches Systems. to solving real-world problems in video games and multimedia The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by systems. In addition, you will develop both traditional computer Subject 2018 ranked UOW in the top 100 universities in the science skills as well as creative skills, including visualisation, world for Engineering and Technology. interaction and communication skills. Experts in this field work in the entertainment industry, the game and mobile industry in Australia and worldwide as mobile application developers, Majors game programmers, animators, game engine developers, mobile Global Leaders Development Program entertainment and multimedia designers. BIG DATA Big data can solve problems in science, society and business, SOFTWARE ENGINEERING including population growth, transport, security, medical Software Engineering incorporates all aspects of software technology, trade and commerce. All sectors will have a demand for production, including business strategy, design, coding, testing, creative people with a background in quantitative analysis who can quality and management of large-scale complex software systems. look for strategic insights in massive data sets, using techniques in data mining, data visualisation, data analysis, data manipulation You will study a wide range of programming principles and and data discovery. You will study subjects in data mining, big data software development methodologies, processes, problem-solving management, database performance tuning, distributed systems concepts and maintenance for automated system. You will also and cloud computing. learn software engineering principles and practices to plan, design and develop high quality and complex software systems. CYBER SECURITY Course Structure Cyber security has been identified as one of the strategic priorities –– You will complete a common first year at Wollongong covering in Australia to meet the demands of law enforcement, national and fundamental subjects that link our computer science, IT and state governments, defence, security and finance industries. Jobs information systems degrees. of the future will be in all of these areas ensuring there is national capability to maintain and build essential services and stop them –– You will then undertake your second year of study at three from being disrupted, destroyed or threatened, and that our of the University of Wollongong’s global locations – SIM in 6 Singapore, UOW College in Hong Kong and UOW in Dubai. In personal information is not communicated, shared, visualised or analysed without our permission. year two you will start to undertake advanced subjects as part of your major area of study. In this Cyber Security major you will study technical and political concepts of current topics in cyber security, such as blockchain, –– You will complete your third year and your final year of cryptocurrency, multimedia security, Internet of Things (IoT) honours study at the Wollongong campus. security, obfuscation and reverse engineering. You will learn –– Industry engagement is an integral component of this penetration testing skills for defensive purposes and be prepared degree. You will have the opportunity to undertake multiple for ethical hacking certification. internships. For frequently asked questions regarding Global degrees please visit: coursefinder.uow.edu.au/golead
Internship placements Multiple internship placements Industry representatives will be actively involved in the organisation of internships, including interviews and selection of are a fundamental component of participants as well as the development of placement projects. As part of the internship application process, you will be required to each UOW Global degree. University of Wollongong submit a cover letter, resume and undertake an interview. You will be able to nominate company preferences, however, final allocation You will emerge with strong practical, interpersonal and to an industry partner will be based on your performance during professional skills. Coupled with the soft skills and intercultural the internship recruitment process. You will receive dedicated experience from your overseas study, you will be positioned among support from Faculty staff who can coach you through the the most-sought after graduates in the world. A UOW Global degree application and interview process as well as provide guidance is your stepping stone into the job market. throughout your global degree. It is envisaged that you will complete all three internships with the same industry partner. You will complete your internships with companies who are leaders in their field. The most up-to-date list of internship In addition to the industry placement component, each internship companies can be accessed at coursefinder.uow.edu.au/golead subject will include reflective learning tasks and modular assessments. As part of your Honours research you may choose, with Faculty approval, to work with your industry sponsor in deciding on a research project. Global Leaders Development Program During my time at UOW I was involved in a Susan Zhang Director of Global Sales number of extracurricular programs, including Bytedance Inc., Beijing hosting a National Student Leadership Conference. Bachelor of Computer Science Having an interest in C++ coding, I was also given (Software Engineering) & an opportunity to attend an Apple Developer Master of Information and Conference. I previously worked as a Technical Communication Technology (Enterprise Networking) Creative Specialist for Google, and have worked in UOW Graduate and both Sydney and London. I am now the Director of Global Leader Global Sales for Bytedance Inc, Bytedance’s content platforms enable people to enjoy content powered by AI technology. I believe my time at UOW helped me on my career path.” 7 The technical and critical thinking skills I learnt Renu Murik Executive Director – Audit at UOW during my four-year commerce degree KPMG USA, New York enabled me to pursue a fulfilling career in the Bachelor of Commerce United States. Looking back over the past 20 years (Honours) (Accountancy) since my graduation, I would add that UOW’s UOW Graduate global perspective provided me with an invaluable Global Leader foundation for the path I chose to pursue. I encourage any student interested in pursuing international career experience to think as broadly as possible and be open to charting new territory to pursue a career – and life – that you love.”
Your year abroad In 2020, you will have the opportunity to undertake a year of University of Wollongong study at UOW’s teaching locations in Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai. This is a unique experience in which you will become part of a close-knit cohort of like-minded students, undertaking UOW subjects in multi-cultural settings. Mentor support and local student buddies will be available at each location. Flights to Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai as well as accommodation for each teaching semester at these locations will be funded by UOW for all students enrolled in a UOW Global degree. Students will stay in partner institution accommodation and will receive cultural briefings and tailored sessions on each country prior to departure. Global Leaders Development Program HONG KONG DUBAI 8 SINGAPORE WOLLONGONG
HONG KONG SINGAPORE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES University of Wollongong UOW COLLEGE HONG KONG SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF UOW DUBAI With almost 6,000 students, UOW College MANAGEMENT – SIM GLOBAL The University of Wollongong in Dubai Hong Kong (UOWC-HK) is recognised as EDUCATION (UOWD) is one of the United Arab a premier college in Hong Kong, in close The Singapore Institute of Management Emirates’ oldest and most prestigious Global Leaders Development Program association with the City University of – SIM Global Education (SIM) is a universities. Located in Knowledge Village, Hong Kong. leading private educational institution in UOWD has an enrolment of 4,200 students, STUDY DATES Singapore, reputed for high standards and comprising of more than 120 nationalities. Commerce students – a vibrant student experience. With about STUDY DATES January to April 2020 20,000 students from over 40 countries, All Global degree students – SIM equips students with a global edge. September 2020 to January 2021 Computer science and commerce/laws UOW programs are taught at the Clementi students – May to August 2020 Road campus. STUDENT LIFE AND SUPPORT STUDENT LIFE AND SUPPORT STUDY DATES UOWD’s diverse student population On arrival, UOW students will be provided creates a unique learning environment Computer science students only – that promotes cultural, ethical and social with an orientation program and will be January to March 2020. paired with local student buddies. UOWC- development, and prepares students HK staff members will act as formal STUDENT LIFE AND SUPPORT for life and work in a global community. channels of support and care. Students will At SIM there are over 70 student clubs with Campus events, community programs, have access to the Telford Recreation Club year-round activities in arts, culture and clubs, societies and sporting events are all sporting facilities and library resources. sports. Dedicated student support services firmly embedded in the UOWD student are on offer, including academic support experience. at the Student Learning Centre, a Student Services Centre, Student Wellness Centre. PSB ACADEMY 9 PSB Academy has an enrolment of over 11,000 local and international students and has been in partnership with UOW for 10 years. UOW programs will be delivered out of PSB’s new Marina Square facilities. STUDY DATES Commerce students – May to August 2020 Commerce/laws students – January to April 2020 STUDENT LIFE AND SUPPORT A comprehensive orientation program is provided to all students. The Student Affairs team works closely with the Student Council, student clubs and associations to organise activities that enrich the campus life of all PSB students.
University of Wollongong Global Leaders Development Program From Wollongong to the world At UOW, we’re proud to be in the top 20 TOP-RATED UNI IN NSW/ACT modern universities in the world. In fact, 1 –– Highest number of star ratings in the 2018 Good Universities Guide employers worldwide have ranked UOW in –– Highest percentage in the Federal the top one per cent of all universities for Government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT 2018) the quality of our graduates. 2 10 Wollongong itself is a vibrant city only an hour from Sydney. With 17 surf beaches, a strong sporting community, a thriving music scene and café culture, FIVE-STAR UNI Wollongong is a university city that’s perfectly set up for student life. While you The 2018 Good Universities Guide awarded UOW will be based here, a UOW Global degree is your launch pad to our international the maximum five-star rating in seven categories: learning partners and an unprecedented level of global experience. –– Overall experience –– Student retention –– Learner engagement –– Learning resources –– Skill development –– Student support –– Teaching quality 1. 17th in the world – QS Top 50 Under 50 Rankings 2018. 2. 2018 QS Graduate Employability Rankings.
How to apply UNIVERSITIES ADMISSIONS CENTRE (UAC) ATAR – SR INFORMATION University of Wollongong Year 12 students from all states and territories can apply for the The courses listed in this guide have limited places. The ATAR Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours), Bachelor of Computer – SR listed for each course is the minimum rank needed for Science Global (Honours) and the Bachelor of Commerce Global – consideration and does not provide guaranteed entry. You may Bachelor of Laws via UAC. meet the rank listed using your ATAR (or equivalent) alone or your Selection Rank. Please note: all students applying for the Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours) and Bachelor of Commerce Global – Bachelor of Laws degree will need to submit a written application and ATAR + ADJUSTMENT FACTORS = SELECTION RANK (SR) undertake an interview. Instructions on how to do this will be emailed to each applicant. ATAR ADJUSTMENT FACTORS uac.edu.au To calculate a Selection Rank, current Year 12 students can be awarded adjustment points (bonus points) towards their ATAR UOW EARLY ADMISSION 1 – 24 August 2018 for the Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours), Bachelor Current Year 12 students can apply directly via the UOW Early of Computer Science Global (Honours) and the Bachelor of Admission program. Applications open on 1 August and close on Commerce Global – Bachelor of Laws in the categories shown Global Leaders Development Program 24 August. Interviews for successful candidates will be held in below. Adjustment factors are calculated and administered by UAC early October. Telephone interviews are available for students who on behalf of the University. reside interstate or a significant distance from Wollongong. uow.edu.au/future/pointstouow Students selected for an Early Admissions interview will need to submit a written application prior to interview. Instructions CATCHMENT ADJUSTMENTS on how to do this will be emailed to each student selected for an interview. Students who meet the indicative criteria for entry into If you went to a school in the UOW’s local area, or in regional NSW, the Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours), Bachelor of Computer you may be eligible for three catchment adjustment points . Science Global (Honours) and the Bachelor of Commerce Global – Bachelor of Laws and are successful at interview will be issued with a conditional successful outcome pending achievement of an SUBJECT ADJUSTMENTS entrance ranking equivalent to an ATAR of 95. With Subject adjustments, you can earn up to a maximum of 3 ATAR points by excelling in relevant Year 12 subjects. If you uow.edu.au/early complete your HSC in the year prior to university admission, receive an ATAR and do well in relevant subject, you’re eligible. The list of subjects that qualify for Adjustment points can be found at uow.edu.au/future/pointstouow Please note: Subject Adjustment Points are not on offer to Bachelor of Commerce Global (Honours) or Bachelor of Commerce Global – Bachelor of Laws applicants. 11 EQUITY ADJUSTMENTS High school students who have experienced long-term educational disadvantage can receive up to five adjustment points. To be eligible for consideration your educational performance must have been seriously affected, normally for a period of at least six months during Year 11 and/or 12 or equivalent, due to circumstances beyond your control. You can read about the seven broad categories of long-term educational disadvantage in the FAQs at uac.edu.au/eas/faq.shtml
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