BP068 - Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering) / Bachelor of Business (Management)

Plan: BP068ENGDD - Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)/Bachelor of Business (Management)
Campus: City Campus

Learning outcomes

Statement of capabilities

This program will advance your development of the following broad capabilities. The listing below reflects the capabilities currently accepted by Engineers Australia*, the accrediting body for Engineering Bachelor Degree programs in Australia, for qualification as a professional engineer:

• Ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
• Ability to communicate effectively, not only with engineers but also with the community at large
• In-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline
• Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
• Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
• Ability to engage in design and execute designs to an appropriate professional standard
• Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be a leader or manager as well as an effective team member
• Understanding of the social, cultural, global and environmental responsibilities of the professional Engineer, and the principles of sustainable design and development
• Understanding of and commitment to professional and ethical responsibilities
• Expectation and capacity to undertake lifelong learning
• Ability to use appropriate techniques and resources
• General knowledge necessary to understand the place of engineering in society
• Ability to conduct an engineering project
• Understanding of the business environment
• Ability to manage information and documentation
• Capacity for creativity and innovation
• Ability to demonstrate professional attitudes

*Reference: document P05: Engineers Australia National Generic Competency Standards.

The Bachelor of Business (Management) part of the double degree provides initial preparation for professional careers in business and a foundation for further study and experience in the area of management. Graduates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of a relevant and systematic body of knowledge, its underlying principles and concepts and the capacity to use them in contemporary organisations. The broad capabilities developed by the Bachelor of Business are:

• The ability to identify, understand and interpret basic business concepts
• Analyse and resolve problem using varied solutions drawn from theories
• Contribute to decisions within diverse political, economic, environmental and social contexts
• Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively
• Communicates ideas, intentions and outcomes clearly to a variety of audiences
• The ability to engage with business activities in a disciplined and ethical manner
• Committed to contributing to the management of business in contemporary organisations
• Pursue continuous personal development of knowledge and skills related to a business career 

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