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A handy calendar to help you navigate through what you'll need to know in each week of your first semester!

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Find the contact details of the teams in FBE via the link below.

https://fbe.unimelb.edu.au/contact

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The 2021 BCom Planner contains information to help you understand your course structure and requirements and includes sample study plans, tips on how to plan your subject selection, and details of University services and support.

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Get involved, make new friends and gain industry connections with one of our affiliated clubs or societies.

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Get involved, make new friends and gain industry connections with one of our affiliated clubs or societies.

Resources for Clubs

Resources for Faculty of Business and Economics affiliated Clubs & Societies.
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Make new friends, learn all you need to know about getting set up for life at University and discuss your study and career goals with an experienced Academic.

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Make new friends, learn all you need to know about getting set up for life at University and discuss your study and career goals with an experienced Academic.

Make friends through the Melbourne Peer Mentor Program

Your first year at university involves a lot of exciting, and at times challenging, change.

Getting help and advice from a more experienced student can really help you settle into your new life at university. From Orientation, you will be matched with a senior BCom student and group of fellow commencing peers, who will help you navigate your first few months. Your mentor group will provide support and friendship, and refer you to university services that can enable you to feel more connected to the wider community and help you succeed in your journey.

You will learn about:

Support services

Programs and events

Clubs and societies

Study and assignment tips

How to look after your wellbeing and more

Find out more

Liam Maslen - BCom Peer Mentor

Meet a BCom mentor

"Throughout the program, I have had an incredible opportunity to interact, learn and connect with new BCom students. The program has been enriching through regular interactive, fun and exciting sessions with my peers. I would encourage new students to engage and participate in this advantageous program."

- Liam Maslen

Discuss your goals through Academic Advising

In the second semester of your first year of study, you will be matched with an accomplished academic in the Faculty of Business and Economics. You will have the opportunity to identify your areas of strength and personal interests, discuss your course options and seek personalised advice from an experienced professional about what's on offer at the University.

You will meet with your adviser several times throughout your BCom. Your adviser will check in on your progress and help you make decisions about opportunities to take advantage of during your studies, so you feel confident in getting the most from your BCom.
Find out more
Ask An Academic

Your Academic Adviser is here to support you during your University journey and can help you find your place in our BCom community. Meet some of our Academic Advisers as they answer questions from students.

When are my sessions?

First Year

Your Peer Mentoring sessions run several times throughout Semester 1 and once in Semester 2 of your first year. Your session times and dates can be found via the my.unilife app.

Your Academic Advising sessions begin from your second semester of study. You will receive a my.unilife notification letting you know that you have been matched with your adviser and that your first advising session has been scheduled. This first session is a group session with other students where you can discuss life at university, the various pathway options you can explore and the wide range of support services available at FBE.

Second Year

In your second year, you will meet with your adviser twice - once in first semester, then again in second semester. These are 1-on-1 sessions with your adviser where you can discuss your personal, academic and career goals. You also have the option of scheduling an additional session in your third year, if you would like to touch base with your adviser again.

Year 1 (second semester)

1 x 1-hour group meeting

Year 2

2 x 30-minute individual 1:1 meetings

Year 3

1 x 30-minute individual 1:1 meeting (optional)

Visit Academic Advising at Melbourne for more details on the benefits, timeline and support services available to you, as well as answers to several FAQs.
Download the my.uniLife app If you're an experienced student looking for information on how to be a mentor, visit Peer Mentoring.

Your Student Life team are here to ensure you have all the information all you need to make the most out of your time at the Faculty of Business and Economics.

You can reach them via email on fbe-studentlife@unimelb.edu.au.

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Join Business and Economics Current Students Facebook group to a connect with other students and staff; learn about exciting events, programs and opportunities.
A group just for you. Join and share a post or a story!

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The Business and Economics Current Students Facebook group is a dynamic, exciting and friendly group that aims to connect members with other students and staff; learn about exciting events, programs and opportunities; share ideas; and encourage one another throughout your degree. Invite your friends who are current Business and Economics students and share a post or a story.

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The Business and Economics Current Students Facebook group is a dynamic, exciting and friendly group that aims to connect members with other students and staff; learn about exciting events, programs and opportunities; share ideas; and encourage one another throughout your degree. Invite your friends who are current Business and Economics students and share a post or a story.

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Our BCom Student Ambassadors share what it’s like to be a University of Melbourne student and the opportunities to get involved.

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Our BCom Student Ambassadors share what it's like to be a University of Melbourne student and the opportunities to get involved.

You'll be alerted to new posts in your weekly BCom Newsletter.

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A showcase of BCom student experiences through our exciting consulting subjects, case competitions, clubs and societies, and workshops.

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A showcase of BCom student experiences through our exciting consulting subjects, case competitions, clubs and societies, and workshops. The following stories highlight the great achievements of our students, as well as providing some insight into the industry perspective on Work Integrated Learning.

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Make 2021 a year of friendship and building new connections through the 'Don't be shy, just say hi!' campaign.

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Make 2021 a year of friendship and building new connections through the 'Don't be shy, just say hi!' campaign. University life is so much better when you have others to share it with, but taking that first step to say 'hi' can be hard. We know.

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Watch short videos presented by fellow students by topic on course rules and structure.
https://fbe.unimelb.edu.au/students/bcom/orientation/study-areas

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Once you have identified the subjects necessary for meeting your degree requirements and academic goals, you can enrol into subjects via your Study Plan.

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Enrolling in subjects is the process of selecting which subjects you will take by adding them to your Study Plan. You can also swap subjects if you need to make changes. There are enrolment requirements and key dates you need to be aware of when enrolling in or changing subjects.

Graduate Researchers

If you are a graduate researcher, please refer to information on adding or dropping coursework subjects.

Study Abroad and Exchange Students

If you are an incoming Exchange or Study Abroad student, you will choose and confirm your subjects during the application process at your home university. If after arriving at the University you decide to amend your enrolment, you can follow the instructions on this page to update your Study Plan within your subject key dates. However, you should first check that your home university supports your changes.

Accessing your Study Plan

Your Study Plan is a tree diagram that displays your course according to the course requirements and the different types of subjects you will study in order to meet these requirements. Enrolling in subjects via your Study Plan confirms that you are or will be studying your chosen subject(s) during the study period selected.

To access your Study Plan, visit the Study Plans page in my.unimelb.
Go to your Study Plan
How to enrol using the Study Plan

Enrol in your subjects by ticking 'Enrol' to the right of each subject for both semesters. You can tell when you have successfully enrolled in a subject as it will appear as green on your Study Plan and its status will change from 'planned' to 'enrolled'.

Study Plan structure

You will have allocations for your core subjects (signified with a capital red 'C') and your optional subjects (signified with a capital blue 'O').

There are groupings in your Study Plan for major(s), electives, breadths, as well as for minors and specialisations where applicable. These groupings can be expanded to reveal subjects or further groupings.

There may be sections of your Study Plan where you are required to select a subject, major or stream, and some options may be pre-selected.

Study Plan statuses:

Planned is the default status, and refers to subjects that you are not yet enrolled in. These are subjects you are either:

Required to study (core subjects), or

Have chosen and are intending to study (electives, options or selectives).

Enrolled refers to subjects you are currently enrolled in (currently studying or will be studying in the next study period).

Passed refers to subjects you have successfully completed that now contribute to your course completion.

Exempt lines on your study plan refer to credit that you have been granted for prior learning (Advanced Standing). This credit is not specifically related to a subject on your plan, but rather a number of credit points that will contribute to your course completion.

Failed refers to a subject you have undertaken but have not passed. Failed subjects do not contribute to your course completion.

For more information on terminology, see the University glossary.

Add your subjects/major/stream

1. Locate the space for the subject/major/stream in your Study Plan and click the corresponding 'Choose' link

2. From the resulting search screen, you may wish to enter the subject, major, minor or stream code or name.

3. Alternatively, you can complete a blank search to view a list of all available options.

4. Locate the subject, major, minor or stream in your search results, and make your selection.

5. Your selection should then appear in your Study Plan as 'Planned'. This is the step before enrolment. While your subjects are 'Planned', you can still change your selection before continuing to enrol.

Enrol in your 'Planned' subjects

1. Select the study period option from the dropdown menu next to the subject, if applicable.

2. Tick the 'Enrol' box on the right-hand side of the subject.

3. Scroll to the bottom of the Study Plan and click the button to 'continue to enrol'.

Changing subjects in your Study Plan

If you change your mind or your circumstances change and you need to add or remove subjects in your Study Plan, you can do this yourself.

However, before making changes to your Study Plan, it is important to:

Understand your course requirements and have planned your course to ensure you are meeting the rules for your degree. Failing to meet your course requirements will impact your eligibility to graduate.

Understand your enrolment requirements, which includes maintaining an appropriate study load and applying for leave if you intend to take a break. Failing to meet your enrolment requirements may lead to having your course enrolment cancelled.

Student visa holders, ensure you meet the requirements of your student visa as failing to do so can impact your course enrolment and visa status.

Check your subject key dates as listed below. Making changes after your subject key dates may impact your fees and academic record.

There are four critical dates you must keep in mind to manage your study program. Dates vary between subjects so it's important to check these dates for each of your subjects in the Handbook:

The teaching period indicates when teaching occurs. Aim to be enrolled by the start of the teaching period so you can create your timetable and be ready to attend classes. If you enrol in a subject after teaching has started, promptly catch up on the content already covered. Many subjects build on the earlier content, and it's assumed students' are across this content.

The last self-enrol date is the final date you can enrol in or change subjects via your Study Plan. In limited circumstances you can get assistance to enrol after the self-enrol date and before the census date.

The subject census date is the last date you can withdraw from a subject, withdraw from your course, or apply for a leave of absence without remaining liable to pay fees for the subject, and without it appearing on your academic transcript and statements. Enrolment after the census date is not possible, even if you have approval from the subject coordinator.

The last date to withdraw without fail is the final date you can withdraw from a subject without receiving a fail grade on your academic transcript and statements. After this date, it is not possible to formally withdraw from a subject via your Study Plan, and if you stop attending classes and submitting assessments for the subject you will be awarded the grade for the assessment piece(s) already submitted.

Troubleshooting

Helpful resources to help you solve common enrolment issues:

If after trying, you are unable to enrol in a subject or adjust your Study Plan (major, minor or specialisation), you can submit an Enrolment Variation form for assistance.

Once you've enrolled in your subjects and class timetabling is open, you can select your preferred class times for each study period using MyTimetable. Enrolment changes may take up to 24 hours to appear in MyTimetable. Check timetable dates here.

Need help?

If you need advice about enrolment changes or course planning, support is available. Book an appointment with a course adviser to discuss your options.

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You may feel like you're just starting out your BCom journey, but your early career has already begun. Visit the BCom Career Launchpad to find out more about the enrichment opportunities available to you.

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Solve an existing business challenge, learn from corporate sponsors and get hands-on management consulting experience.

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Solve an existing business challenge, learn from corporate sponsors and get hands-on management consulting experience.

The Bachelor of Commerce Case Competition (or BCom Case Comp) offers an opportunity to test your business case-solving skills, receive training from and network with corporate sponsors and get hands-on experience as a management consultant.
Registrations for the 2021 BCom Case Competition will open on Monday 19 July - Sunday 1 August 2021.
What could I win?

The 2021 prize package is yet to be confirmed.

In previous years, prizes have included a share in the prize pool, a guaranteed interview for the  International Case Competition program*, and the opportunity to interview with competition sponsors.

Who can apply?

Teams consist of four students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce, second year and above including Honours.

Participation in this competition is subject to the acceptance of the competition's Participant Guidelines (coming soon). Please ensure all team members have read these prior to registering.

Matthew Butera (far left), with his winning teammates.

"Just have a go. Even if you have no idea what you are doing, participating in BComp will be a huge learning experience. Structured thinking and the lessons learnt from working under pressure will be valuable in any career path you go down."
Matthew Butera, BCom Case Competition winner 2018
Read more about Matthew's experience

Registrations

Registrations for the 2021 BCom Case Competition will open on Monday 19 July - Sunday 1 August 2021.

Registrations open

Monday 19 July 2021

Registrations close

Sunday 1 August 2021

Case launch

Wednesday 4 August 2021, 6pm-7pm AEST

Session 1: Crack-the-Case

TBC

Q&A session

Monday 9 August 2021, 6pm-7pm AEST (TBC)

Session 2: Presenting-to-Win

TBC

Preliminary round

Monday 23 August 2021, 1pm-5pm AEST

Finals

Wednesday 25 August 2021, 4pm-7pm AEST

SPP (Principal Partner)

SPP is a high-impact consulting firm that partners with senior executives to overcome complex strategic and operational challenges. From high-growth SMEs to to some of Australia's largest businesses, SPP works closely with clients across a broad range of sectors to deliver practical results with a tangible outcome. SPP brings a customer-focused, nimble and highly skilled team with a rigorous and consistent approach to projects to help clients improve and grow. Their work ranges from strategy development, market research, business case development, and inputs to policy, through to the implementation of organisational improvements. SPP has been a longstanding partner of the University of Melbourne through sponsorship of the University Case Competition, employment of undergraduates, as well as being a leading recruiter of MBAs from Melbourne Business School.

The 2020 BCom Case Competition prize money was made possible thanks to support of SPP.

UBS (Major Partner)

UBS provides financial advice and solutions to wealthy, institutional and corporate clients worldwide, as well as private clients in Switzerland. UBS' strategy is centered on our leading global wealth management business and our premier universal bank in Switzerland, enhanced by Asset Management and the Investment Bank. The bank focuses on businesses that have a strong competitive position in their targeted markets, are capital efficient, and have an attractive long-term structural growth or profitability outlook. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS has offices in 52 countries, including all major financial centers, and employs approximately 60,000 people. UBS Group AG is the holding company of the UBS Group. Under Swiss company law, UBS Group AG is organized as an Aktiengesellschaft, a corporation that has issued shares of common stock to investors.

The 2020 BCom Case Competition case design was made possible thanks to support of UBS.

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Solve an existing business challenge, learn from corporate sponsors and get hands-on management consulting experience. The Bachelor of Commerce Case Competition (or BCom Case Comp) offers an opportunity to test your business case-solving skills, receive training from and network with corporate sponsors and get hands-on experience as a management consultant.

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Test your business skills against the world's best in virtual International Case Competitions.

The Faculty of Business and Economics is proud to have competed in International Case Competitions (ICC) with leading universities around the globe for two decades.

The 2021 training program has been adapted to our new virtual environment. You will attend a series of online workshops designed to develop your consulting skills, and participate in weekend practice cases.

The program will be strongly supported by ICC alumni from leading consulting firms and investment banks. Senior FBE academics and alumni will deliver practical workshops, judge practice cases and mentor you through the process.

In 2021, participants compete in virtual case competitions and become part of the ICC alumni network.

Bachelor of Commerce alumna Rachel Xu (second left) participated in the Champions Trophy Case Competition (Auckland) in 2015.

"The training over the summer was an incredibly effective - albeit demanding - bootcamp in professional skills. We learned how to break down abstract and/or complex problems, and how to be creative without being outlandish (most of the time). We learned what it actually meant to "tell a good story", which I previously discarded as a meaningless cliché, but ultimately came to appreciate the value of clear, simple, and compelling communication. We learned how to stay calm under time pressure, and how to work with diverse (and divergent) personalities. I have no doubt that the skills I developed through ICC prepared me well for my job in consulting."
Rachel Xu, International Case Competition Alumna (2015)

Who can apply?

To be eligible to apply, you must:

be a current BCom student; and

have completed at least 75 credit points by the end of 2021; and

have at least 25 credit points remaining in your degree (including Honours) in Semester 1, 2022.

How do I apply?
Apply via the 'Apply now' section.
To complete your application, you will need to provide the following:

1. Your resume - the file name should be: FamilyName_FirstName_StudentID_resume.pdf

2. A current photo (face) - the file name should be: FamilyName_FirstName_StudentID_photo.jpeg

3. A statement of your results from my.unimelb - the file name should be: FamilyName_FirstName_StudentID_results.pdf

4. A two to three minute video recording responding to the following questions:

Why you would like to participate in the ICC program? (approx 30 seconds)

What is the strongest technical skill you bring to ICC (e.g., financial analysis, strategy development) and why you believe this? (approx 1 minute)

What is the strongest soft skill you bring to ICC (e.g., public speaking, developing slide decks, team work, leadership, etc.) and why you believe this? (approx 1 minute)

If you're successful in your ICC application, what is an area (this can be a technical or soft skill) that you feel you need further development in. (approx 30 seconds)

To assist you in preparing your application video, please refer to the video recording guidelines here.

Selection process

1. All applications will be assessed by a panel of academics and International Case Competition alumni.

2. Results of the selection round will be communicated via email.

3. Interviews will be conducted. You must be available all day, as interview times will be randomly allocated.

4. Outcomes for the ICC program will be communicated via email.

Costs and payments

Participation in the ICC training program is free for all selected students. The Faculty of Business and Economics will pay for flights and accommodation expenses related to competitions (subject to COVID-19 travel restrictions).

Information sessions

View the recording of the information session below.

Apply now

Application dates for ICC will be announced in the BCom Newsletter.

Student stories

Read about previous student experiences in the  FBE Newsroom.

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BCom International Case Competition | Faculty of Business & Economics

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Test your business skills against the world's best in virtual International Case Competitions. The Faculty of Business and Economics is proud to have competed in International Case Competitions (ICC) with leading universities around the globe for two decades. The 2021 training program has been adapted to our new virtual environment.

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Pitch your business idea to a panel of experts for the chance to win some amazing prizes and receive feedback to help turn your dream into a reality.

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Pitch your business idea to a panel of experts for the chance to win some amazing prizes and receive feedback to help turn your dream into a reality.

About UniMelb StartUp

The Unimelb StartUp Pitch Competition 2021 (US21) aims to activate an entrepreneurial mindset within the University's student community. It provides students a unique opportunity to learn to develop and test a startup idea. Team up with budding entrepreneurs from across the University and learn from experts and mentors from the startup world. There will also be prizes up for grabs!

This program is as much a competition as it is a learning experience. Whether or not you have a start-up idea in mind, we encourage all students across the University to take part in the program's workshops. Full training and support will be provided and no prior experience is required.

The program will be delivered virtually from Weeks 3 - 10 in Semester 1, 2021. For enquiries, please contact unimelb-startup@unimelb.edu.au

Team toto - Christian Gashi, Indiana Cooper, and Jasun Li

Who can apply?

All current University of Melbourne students are eligible to enter, except for MBA (including dual degrees), Executive MBA, Senior Executive MBA and Master of Entrepreneurship students.

Team size must be between two and six members.

Teams must not submit an idea that is operating as a going concern by the members (this includes operating under a business incubator or accelerator), at the time of registration.

Where the proposed business model is the same as, or sufficiently similar to, an existing business model, acknowledgement and full disclosure must be made, with justification for differentiation. We expect teams to complete a thorough competitor analysis before entering.

Selection criteria includes consideration of team disciplinary mix. It is strongly advised that teams include members from multiple faculties, disciplines, or skill sets.

The program will be delivered online and is open to students currently residing within and outside Australia.

Please refer to the US21 Competition Handbook for details on the competition structure and rules. Participation in this competition is subject to the acceptance of the competition's Terms & Conditions outlined in the handbook. Please ensure all team members have read these.

Registrations

Registrations for the UniMelb StartUp 2021 Pitch Competition are closed.

GoDaddy
GoDaddy - the place to go to get your business idea online.
From domain names and matching email, to website building tool - Websites + Marketing - and website hosting and security, GoDaddy empower more than 20 million customers to succeed online.

Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP)

Wade Institute of Entrepreneurship

Competition Prizes

By entering the 2021 UniMelb StartUp, you'll get a 30% discount code on GoDaddy's products, plus support and mentorship from startup experts.

Thanks to GoDaddy, the winning team will score a share in $2k as well as $250 worth of GoDaddy products to help them set up and succeed online.

In addition, the winning team will receive a Startup prize package sponsored by MAP:

Up to 2 founder places in MAP's Velocity Program (valued at $500 each); OR

1 month of hot desking at the new Melbourne Connect supported by 4 x 30-minute coaching slots from the MAP Program Manager/MAP Founder.

2nd Place - for each team member

3rd Place - for each team member

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Build the skills employers are looking for, make new friends, and even become the face of FBE by joining the BCom Student Ambassador Program.

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Build the skills employers are looking for, make new friends and even become the face of FBE by joining the BCom Student Ambassador Program.

This program puts senior students in touch with prospective and early degree students to provide help and advice.

About the program

Becoming a Student Ambassador gives you the opportunity to:

give back to the student community - by helping new students transition to University life

socialise and build networks - meet new friends and gain access to a network of student leaders

develop your leadership skills - attend professional development workshops and gain the skills that will make you stand out!

become the face of FBE- represent the Faculty of Business and Economics by getting involved in marketing and recruitment collateral, video and social media campaigns

get recognised - student ambassadors will receive a Certificate of Recognition* and access to exclusive free merchandise.

What we are looking for

To be a Student Ambassador you must possess the following:

Public speaking skills

Facilitation skills

An outgoing personality

Knowledge of FBE Programs

Rich experience with student life across the university (UMSU, Academic Skills, Careers & Employability Resources, sports clubs, wellbeing support, counselling services, where to go for help)

Eligibility

Students must meet the following criteria:

completed at least 50 points of study as a BCOM student,

been actively involved in the student community through faculty programs and events, clubs and societies etc.,

have a genuine interest in giving back - as a student ambassador you will be guiding new students through their first year at university,

be able to commit to the entire program's activities,

be available to assist at key university events including recruitment events - please see Attendance requirements and key dates.

Attendance requirements and key dates

Student ambassadors are expected to devote approximately 20 hours to the program across one academic semester.

In addition, you will also be expected to attend:

a compulsory briefing session on Wednesday 13 January 2021

Ready, Set, BCom! on Tuesday 19 January 2021

BCom Orientation events (Monday 22 - Friday 26 February 2021)

BCom Community Building Activities such as Don't Be Shy, Just Say Hi initiatives

Open Day events

Apply

Applications for Semester 1, 2021 have closed.

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The Future Leaders Forum is an annual event where 150 of our highest achievers in the Faculty of Business and Economics hear from high profile business leaders. In 2020, the event took place online and consisted of a keynote speaker presentation, followed by an online industry networking.

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The Future Leaders Forum offers practical perspectives on leadership, drawing on the experiences of leaders from a variety of fields. A keynote address is followed by an online networking session, where you can discuss leadership and other key issues in small groups. In 2020, the theme was 'Learning to Rise'.

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This lab will give you the chance to apply theories learned in class to a real-life business problem.

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This lab will give you the chance to apply theories learned in class to a real-life business problem. Taking place over three half-days, this facilitated lab invites you to solve a real-world business problem using design thinking, with a focus on SMEs, community and not-for-profit organisations. The Business Innovation Lab exceeded my expectations.

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my.uniLife is your go-to app to succeed at the University.

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Checklist

Follow the checklist to make sure you don't miss anything important for your first year, covering everything from before you arrive to preparing for your first assessment. Tick off tasks, save your progress, and get notified about upcoming tasks.

Peer mentoring

Chat with your assigned peer mentor and a group of your first-year peers from your course. You will be matched with them around the start of your first semester.

Academic advising

Find out information about your academic adviser, details of your upcoming meetings and complete your preparation questions. You'll be notified when you are allocated to an academic adviser and your meetings are scheduled.

One-click event registrations

Sign up to Melbourne Orientation activities and build your itinerary with one-click event registrations. View all upcoming events and get reminders so you don't miss out!

Support

Help is available if you have a question or need advice about getting started at the University. Use the app to search FAQs, get in touch with our support team, or explore student services.

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Supporting your online learning and digital capabilities.

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Please make sure you read and understand the following five points as they contain important information about the University's policy on use of computing and network facilities.

The University provides all students with access to computers and the network, and with an email account as a communication channel between staff, students and peers. In order to protect the functionality and integrity of the facilities, please use them responsibly and within the following guidelines to avoid the risk of severe penalties.

1. Disclosure of Personal Information

Never release personal information, such as passwords, your address, phone number, date of birth, or credit card or banking details, to anyone over email. The University will never solicit that information from you via email, and will never ask you to send a password in an email.

Please be wary of email scams, especially phishing emails, i.e. deceptive emails which may pretend to be from your bank or the University. The intent of phishing emails is to trick you into providing the phisher your personal information so that they can assume your identity - typically in order to use your bank account, or your University email account.

Be wary of unsolicited emails, especially those purporting to be from the University, banks and other financial institutions.

Do not provide any sensitive information, follow any links, download or execute attachments in unsolicited emails. Please report any such emails via the Self-Service Portal, or call the IT Service Desk (+61 3 8344 0888).

Refer to System Status to find out more information about any potential changes or issues that are occurring related to systems or services.

2. Spam

The University's student email service has a spam filtering system. Generally it is not possible to take action against spammers unless the spam falls within the provisions of the Spam Act 2003. However, the University does act against University personnel who send spam. Particularly, the use of student mailing lists by students to advertise books for sale or books wanted is spamming and does lead to penalties.

3. Copyright

The University forbids the use of its computing and communications facilities for any purpose which is a breach of copyright (for example, by running peer-to-peer music sharing software). Any allegation will be investigated by the University, and, if you are responsible for copyright infringement, you would face the possibility of civil or criminal court proceedings as well as University discipline.

More information about copyright and your rights and obligations is available from the University's Copyright website.

4. Consequences of Misuse

Misuse of IT facilities is treated seriously by the University. Disciplinary action is taken under Provision and Acceptable Use of IT Policy (MPF1314).

An example of misuse is inappropriate use of student mailing lists, such as advertising to buy or sell textbooks. This usually results in suspension from certain IT facilities for a period of time - typically two weeks for a first offence. The services suspended are email and Windows logins. The loss of Windows logins will deny you access to full-function library computers and laboratory computers on campus. Online teaching and learning resources remain available to you from off-campus computers, and from on-campus computers that don't require a Windows login.

5. Privacy

Your personal information is managed under the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic) and the Health Records Act 2001 (Vic). Personal information is recorded information that identifies a person or could reasonably be used to identify them. All personal information collected by the University is governed by the University's Privacy Policy.

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Giblin Eunson Library page in the Library site.

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Faculty of Business and Economics students can access computing spaces at 233 Bouverie Street. Printing is also available here.

Opening hours:
Monday - Sunday: 9.00am to 9.30pm
Closed on University Holidays

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Student Experience Programs

fbe-seel@unimelb.edu.au

Experiential Learning Programs

fbe-capstonestudies@unimelb.edu.au

Business & Economics Internship

fbe-internships@unimelb.edu.au

Industry Engagement Support

industry-programs@unimelb.edu.au

Partnerships, Learning and Community Engagement (PLaCE)
https://fbe.unimelb.edu.au/engage/place

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ask.unimelb: Your first stop for answers to frequently asked questions.

students.unimelb: For information on enrolment, administration and services.

Contact Stop 1 via phone, live chat or email for assistance with administration, course planning, enrolment assistance, skills development and support services.

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Academic Skills helps you with academic writing, time and task
management, oral presentations, exam preparation, English language
development and more. Academic Skills conducts workshops and
individual tutorials and provides the resources that you need to be
successful at university.

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Get personalised advice by booking an individual appointment or contacting our writing advice service for tips, resources and feedback.

Which 1-1 service should you use?

Academic Skills offers two 1-1 services - the Writing Advice Service and Individual Appointments - they aim to provide different forms of advice.

You can use both services, but this information will help you decide which service is best to help you depending on your needs.

Before you use 1-1 services: Please note that any written submissions to Academic Skills must conform to University of Melbourne regulations and guidelines on Academic Integrity.

If you need any help accessing these services or have questions not answered by this information, please email academic-skills@unimelb.edu.au

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Academic Skills : Current Students : The University of Melbourne

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Our Academic Skills team can help you to develop the academic and professional skills you need throughout your time at university and beyond.

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This unit provides expert, up-to-date careers assistance and information, including individual careers counselling.

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Develop your employability while you study.

Whether you're exploring your employment options, crafting your resume and cover letter, or applying for an internship-we're here to equip you with the services you need to develop your career.
Learn more about our services

Get career advice

We run one-on-one sessions, workshops and student mentoring programs to give you the advice you need, when you need it. Access support from our dedicated team of career advisers.
Find out more

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Whether you're exploring your employment options, crafting your resume and cover letter, or applying for an internship-we're here to equip you with the services you need to develop your career. Learn more about our services We run one-on-one sessions, workshops and student mentoring programs to give you the advice you need, when you need it.

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Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

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Counselling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

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Counselling and Psychological Services provides free counselling services and workshops to students and staff of the University.

There are male and female counsellors available with extensive experience in psychological counselling and life skills.

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Emergency support

Are you or someone else in immediate danger? If you are in an emergency:

Contact University Security on 03 8344 6666

Go to your nearest hospital emergency department

Contact your local psychiatric triage service (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).

Crisis support

A mental health crisis is where you may require same-day or immediate support from a mental health professional.

During business hours

Call Counselling and Psychological Services on 03 8344 6927 and let us know that the situation needs urgent attention.

If you are concerned about a student's wellbeing, you can refer the student to our service. Appointments are voluntary and confidential. You can also contact us for a secondary consultation (mental health advice for others) by calling us at 03 8344 6927.

Learn more about our psychological support for critical incidents.

After hours mental health crisis support

Our standard business hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday. For mental health support and advice outside of these hours (including 24 hours on weekends and public holidays), students can contact the University's After Hours Mental Health Crisis Support Service:

Text or call this service for help with:

Finding immediate relief from emotional distress

Identifying coping strategies for the current problems or a crisis

Exploring pathways for longer-term solutions

Working out the next steps to take.

Please call 000 (emergency services) if you are in immediate danger. The After Hours Mental Health Crisis Support Service does not offer ongoing counselling, but can link you with on-campus or community counselling, and wellbeing services and resources.

External support services

Explore recommended external support services for mental health emergencies, including suicide and crisis support.
External support services

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Student Equity and Disability Support can help facilitate your participation at university if you are experiencing temporary or ongoing physical or psychological disabilities at university.

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Student Equity and Disability Support services for University of Melbourne students.

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Health Service is a general practitioner service. There are male and female doctors available, and you may also see a nurse. The Health Service also refers to outside specialists where necessary.

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The University of Melbourne Health Service forms part of Melbourne Students and Learning. We provide health care for both local and international students, staff and their dependents.

The Health Service medical professionals and staff celebrate diversity and strive to create a safe environment for people of all backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, sexuality and gender groups. The Health Service participates in the Closing the Gap initiative and is working towards achieving Rainbow Tick accreditation.

We aim to create an environment that is safe for our staff and patients. Any behaviours that impact on the psychological or physical safety in the environment will not be tolerated.

The University Health Service is a general practitioner service. The University Health Service also refers to outside specialists when necessary. There are male and female doctors available and you are usually able to see the doctor of your choice.

Medical staff can provide certificates for students who are patients of this clinic provided that they have seen the person during the illness or are aware of the circumstances of the problem.

We aim to provide excellent support to all patients. All practitioners of the Health Service practice ethical medicine. They are unable to prescribe particular classes of drugs on a long term basis, without a specialist's consultation.

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Health Service at the University of Melbourne

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This service provides advice and information on student loans and bursaries, government student assistance initiatives, budgeting, and on a range of matters related to student finances. If you are having trouble coping with a
lack of money, you can make an appointment for an interview with an advisor.

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Financial support and scholarships : Current students : The University of Melbourne

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Find out about financial aid, loan programs and scholarships to help you during your studies at the University of Melbourne.

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Student Housing provides a range of information and advice about
accommodation and tenancy issues. It also coordinates special
accommodation services which assist with providing transitional housing for disadvantaged students.

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Explore our range of trusted housing options within walking distance of our Parkville campus.

Arranging temporary accommodation, understanding the different types of accommodation, what to look for when choosing a place to stay and what the different suburbs offer.

Know your rights and responsibilities, disputes with housemates and more

Ending your tenancy, getting your bond back and redirecting your mail are just some of the things you should consider when moving out.

Student Support may be able to help you with emergency accommodation or refer you to community agencies.

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Explore our range of trusted housing options within walking distance of our Parkville campus. Arranging temporary accommodation, understanding the different types of accommodation, what to look for when choosing a place to stay and what the different suburbs offer.

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Children’s Services provides quality childcare facilities and programs to
students and staff of the University of Melbourne from a range of sites.

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Early Childhood Education Services is part of the Student Services and provides 138 long day care places across two centres for the University Community. Learn more about Early Childhood Education Services.

Early Childhood Education Services 2021 waiting list

2021 applications for the University of Melbourne's Early Childhood Education Services are open. There are currently vacancies across the three to four year old rooms in addition to the funded four-year-old-kinder program (two day minimum bookings apply). Forms and information are available on the waiting list application page. Please complete and return the form as soon as possible to be considered for vacancies.

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BCom Website: be.unimelb.edu.au/students/bcom

Student Portal: portal.unimelb.edu.au

Univiersity Handbook: Bachelor of Commerce (B-COM):
handbook.unimelb.edu.au/2021/courses/b-com

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The Safer Community Program provides support and advice to members of the University of Melbourne community about inappropriate, concerning or threatening behaviour.

For immediate, 24/7 help

On campus, call Campus Security on 03 8344 6666
Off campus, call emergency services (police and ambulance) on 000.

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For immediate, 24/7 help

On campus, call Campus Security on 03 8344 6666
Off campus, call emergency services (police and ambulance) on 000.

Child safety

The University of Melbourne is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all members of our community less than 18 years of age.

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Safer Community Program : University of Melbourne

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On campus, call Campus Security on 03 8344 6666 Off campus, call emergency services (police and ambulance) on 000. The University of Melbourne is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all members of our community less than 18 years of age.

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University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU)  

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University of Melbourne Student Union (UMSU)  

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UMSU is an organisation run by students, for students. We’re here to help you make the most out of your time at University of Melbourne.