If you aspire to be a senior leader of a multinational business, a business analyst, business development manager or consultant, or even a founder of a global start-up, Curtin can help you develop your skills in international business and entrepreneurship. 

During the course, you will engage in independent study and team projects across a range of relevant internationally focused subjects and participate in case study analysis, presentations, feasibility studies and business simulations.

Curtin’s close proximity to the innovation networks of Technology Park and its focus on intellectual property commercialisation allow you to explore real-world case studies and provides significant networking opportunities. 

In the final semester, you can choose between a start-up project or a start-up study tour to Silicon Valley, Switzerland or India.

Why study

• Work on real industry projects and briefs for clients. Past participating companies have included Western Power and WA Primary Health Alliance.
• Develop the skills required to lead and facilitate internationalisation activities of organisations.
• Get an edge in terms of cross-cultural interaction, both internal and external to an organisation.
• Learning is applied and focuses on current issues in the global, regional and national business environment.
• Our staff are highly experienced, internationally educated and trained, and do not shy away from real issues.

How this course will make you industry ready

Students will gain the knowledge, confidence and expertise they need to advance in the field of international business and entrepreneurship.

This course introduces a discrete focus on tech-innovation and directly exposes students to real-world case studies.

The course features guided independent study, team projects and maximum use of information and communication technology towards the development of international business, entrepreneurial, commercialisation and global managerial competencies.

A bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline. Applicants must also meet Curtin's English language proficiency requirements.