Career options: International Business

This program combines study in the major functions of business with an international perspective on commercial strategies and operations. It also considers the social and political contexts of global business, while giving you the opportunity to develop skills in an Asian or European language. In addition to knowledge and skills directly related to your program of study, you have also developed a range of other skills (e.g. teamwork, analytical, communication) through academic study, employment, voluntary work, sporting activities and life experience. These are often referred to as transferable skills because they can be utilised in different environments. Recognising the value employers place on these skills is an important factor in your graduate job search. Occupations and industries International Business graduates are employed in a wide range of occupations and industries including: Management International trade administration Strategic planning Human resource management Corporate / government relations Business intelligence Research Foreign affairs Public relations Accounting Marketing Manufacturing Import / export International banking Travel & tourism International freight Economic development Insurance Retail buying Foreign exchange Mergers & acquisitions International aid Treasury operations Industrial relations Corporate finance Funds management Logistics Positions and employers Many graduate employers recruit from a wide range of disciplines. The major directory of graduate recruitment in Australia, Graduate Opportunities, lists employers by the disciplines from which they are recruiting. You might be surprised by the range of employers recruiting from your degree and the sectors of the workplace where you might establish a career.

Examples of positions and employers include: Graduate Administration Assistant Analyst Assistant Finance Officer Assistant to Chief Executive Officer Auditor Business Analyst Business Development Manager Cadet Journalist Category Finance Analyst Contractor Administrator Coordinator for International Relations Correspondent International Relations Credit Analyst Derivatives Trader Economist Export Officer Financial Analyst Graduate Financial Analyst Financial Assistant Foreign Exchange Trader Foreign Exchange Officer Global Risk Management Solutions Analyst Import Export Coordinator Inbound Tour Coordinator Internet Strategist List Importer and Market Research Assistant Graduate Administration Officer Graduate Management Trainee Market Planning Executive Marketing Services Manager Private Client Advisor Project Coordinator Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs Accenture Office of State Revenue Titian Integrated Workforce Medical Benefits Fund Email Coca Cola Canberra Times Procter and Gamble Global Construction Management Japanese Embassy Gnocchi Board of Education Caterpillar Financial BNP Paribus Australia Ltd Bankers Trust Australia P and O Ned Lloyd Pharmacies Australia Reserve Bank of Australia Credit Suisse First Boston Travelaid Australia Bank of Tokyo Bridgewater QFS Australia Patty Ltd JTB Australia Patty Ltd Power Serve DK Marketing Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Telstra Corporation Cadbury Schweppes Afore Acquire Bank GRM International

Project Manager Research Assistant Research Officer Retail Manager Risk Trading Control Analyst Rural Trade Officer Senior Customer Support Officer Statistician Stockbroker Student Visa Officer Team Leader Superannuating Trade Development Officer Trade Finance Officer Treasury Analyst Underwriters Assistant Some sample job advertisements

Trout Audio Visual Member of Parliament Department of Defence DFS Galleria Duke Energy International Department of Primary Industries ANZ Banking Group Ltd Australian Bureau of Statistics Tricom Equities Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs ING Funds Management Department of State Development ANZ Banking Group Ltd Department of Treasury AIG

OSS Maritime Group Australia, an international ship services provider is looking for a Business or Commerce graduate who has studied any major. You will be required to assist with the running of the financial and administration aspects of their new office in Brisbane. These aspects include invoicing, billing, basic financial management and purchasing. As the branch is still growing, this is a golden opportunity to gain multi-skills and experience. The company is offering $30,000 pa, on the job training and a bonus for outstanding performance at the end of the year. The International Business Cadetship (IBC) offered by the Department of State Development is an opportunity for two highly motivated and talented individuals to gain international business experience, work overseas, develop valuable networks, skills and experience, and work with Ld industry to leverage overseas business opportunities. Run over a 6 and a half month period, the Cadetship involves developing and undertaking a research project in a particular market and sector, aimed at increasing trade and investment opportunities for Ld industry overseas. Cadets must have intermediate level commercial Japanese language skills, be a permanent resident or citizen, and have a demonstrated interest in international business and a sound knowledge of their target market. For Tokyo, the priority sector/topic is the 'Development of Trade and Investment market opportunities in the fresh and processed food industries'; for Osaka, the topic is 'Seafood export market and industry development'.

Australian Meat Holdings has a vacancy for a cadet trader. The product and market focus is China. The successful candidate will be working in Australia's largest meat business and be based at Din more, near Distich. Mandatory Skills:

Degree in international business or commerce/business (international business major) Chinese speaking with ability to read and write proficiently and translate proficiently. Australian citizenship, however contacts and experience in China would be preferable. Availability to work full time.

Skill Set:

Organized and detailed individual Able to operate in a fast-paced environment Good mathematical computational skills Higher levels of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word Ability to travel overseas. Experience with regards to any of the following would be advantageous: logistics, shipping, trading, merchandising.

The Department of State Development is looking for a graduate to work in their Marketing Strategy unit as a Trade Officer.

Would you like to assist in the development of strategic trade directions for Queensland? Applicants should have:

Well developed interpersonal/communication skills An innovative approach to systems development The ability to undertake quantitative/qualitative research, analyses international market trends and plan/establish priorities to achieve outcomes.

A.hartrodt Queensland is an international freight forwarding company offering logistics/import/export and customs clearance services to importers

and exporters. A.hartrodt Queensland Pty Ltd currently have a position vacant in their export department as an export coordinator. The position involves direct contact with clients, liaising with contractors, airlines and shipping lines. The person we are looking for must be focused, computer literate, customer service orientated and able to be multitasked. Shusaku Yamamoto, Osaka Japan are looking for for an Intellectual Property Assistant for at least 3 years. This Intellectual Property law firm handles high profile and challenging international IP (primarily trademark and patent) litigation, prosecution, negotiation and licensing matters for Japanese and foreign clients. The IP Assistant will assist lawyers to prepare and manage English language administrative correspondence and documents, reviewing assignment documents, reconciling discrepancies in the various supporting title documents, verifying the accuracy of patent/trademark correspondence and records, etc. Candidates should have a Law, Business/Commerce, Arts or Humanities degree. Must have excellent written and verbal English communication skills, analytical ability, a polished professional image and attitude, the ability to interact positively. Japanese language proficiency NOT required. Attractive package with health insurance and other benefits. Generous salary increments subject to demonstrated ability. Housing and relocation costs provided. Flexible and stimulating work environment. Vacancies on-line Useful sites include: Australia

Ambit Australian Defence Force Recruiting Australian Job Search Australian Public Service recruitment Brisbane City Council vacancies Byron Employment Careerone Drake International Graduate Opportunities (major directory of graduate recruitment in Australia) Hays Personnel Services Hudson Recruitment Job Serve LG Jobs (local government vacancies) Michael Page International Mycareer

New South Wales Government jobs ProBono Australia (Skilled professionals voluntary positions in not for profit organisations) Queensland Government Jobs Recruitment Consultants in Australia (Searchable by Industry sector) Seek Campus (graduate recruitment specialist) Teach for Australia recruits outstanding, well-rounded graduates from all disciplines who have the distinguished academic performance, leadership experience, and communication and empathy skills to succeed in teaching in disadvantaged schools. Unijobs (vacancies in Australian universities) Unimail (graduate recruitment specialist)

International

Academic careers (academic vacancies worldwide) Alpha-Maps (specialist Asian graduate recruitment) Contact Singapore Eurograduate live (specialist European graduate recruitment) Going Global (Over 10,000 job vacancies listed across Europe, AsiaPacific, UK, US. Global key employer directories, work permits & visa regulations, country specific cultural & interviewing advice & more) GradIreland.com (specialist Irish graduate recruitment) Idealist.org (paid & voluntary positions in non-profit organisations globally) Malaysia: Graduan (specialist Malaysian graduate recruitment) Math Jobs.com (maths & statistics vacancies in banking, finance & insurance) Off-shore Employment Links for Australian Professionals (Provides links and information for vacancies within international government and non-government organisations) Prospects Web UK (specialist UK graduate recruitment) Quintessential Careers (specialist US graduate recruitment) United Nations competitive recruitment examination United Nations graduate internships World Bank careers

Targeting potential employers Many work opportunities are not advertised. It is common practice for jobseekers to search out these opportunities. When approaching potential employers, conducting research to identify links between your selling points (your skills, experience, interests and qualifications) and an employers needs, increases your chances of success. Research will also reduce the number of approaches you need to make, saving you time in the end. Developing and using your personal and professional networks is also a valuable tool in finding these hidden opportunities. Australia

Accounting firms in Australia Advertising agencies in Australia Australian Mining Directory Australian Government Departments & Agencies Australian Universities Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) listed companies Austrlian Suppliers Directory (AUSTRADE) Banking & Finance Companies in Australia Chambers of Commerce & peak industry groups in Australia Customs brokers & forwarders in Australia Meetings & events industry directory Filmtv biz Financial planning & investment advice companies Foreign consulates in Australia Foreign embassies in Australia Infrastructure & utilities companies Insurance Companies in Australia Investment Funds Management companies Law firms in Australia Logistics Consultants in Australia Market & social research companies in Australia Not for Profit organizations in Australia Property Council of Australia member companies Public Relations Consultants in Australia Recruitment consultants in Australia (searchable by industry sector or alphabetically) Shipping companies in Australia Securities & derivatives companies in Australia Stockbroking companies in Australia Top 2000 Australian company profiles

International

Australian Chamber of Commerce Korea members Australia and New Zealand Chamber of Commerce in Japan China: Australia Beijing Chamber of Commerce members China: Australia Shanghai Chamber of Commerce members Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce members Malaysia: Australia Malaysia Business Council members Thailand: Austrlaia Thailand Chamber of Commerce members Australian Embassies, high commissions, consulates & multilateral missions Banks worldwide Chambers of Commerce worldwide CPA firms worldwide Governments worldwide International hotel & restaurant chains Stock exchanges worldwide China: Members of the Australia Beijing Chamber of Commerce China: Australia Shanghai Chamber of Commerce members

Malaysia: Australia Malaysia Business Council members Thailand: Australia Thailand Chamber of Commerce The 500 largest companies in America (Fortune Magazine listing) The 500 largest companies in the world (Fortune Magazine listing) Universities worldwide

Employment prospects and starting salaries Gradsonline provides information on employment rates and median starting salaries by field of study, for Australian university graduates surveyed four months after graduation. Information on occupations Australia-wide, such as the size of the workforce, employment prospects and average weekly earnings is available from JobOutlook. Professional associations Joining a professional association is a great way to meet people in your field, who can assist you to explore your career options and potentially find employment opportunities. These associations exist in every field of employment and hold regular professional development and networking events. Students are welcome to join, and membership often costs as little as $50 per year.

AIESEC Asia Pacific Sociological Association Association for Asian Studies Association for Tertiary Education Management Association of Risk & Insurance Managers of Australia Australian Institute of Export Australian Institute of International Affairs Australian Institute of Interpreters & Translators Australasian Political Studies Association Australian & NZ Institute of Insurance & Finance Australian Financial Markets Association Australian Human Resources Institute Financial Services Institute of Australasia Australian Institute of Credit Management Australian Institute of International Affairs Australian Institute of Management Australian Institute of Training & Development Australian Marketing Institute Australian Property Institute Australian Space Industry Chamber of Commerce Brisbane Junior Chamber of Commerce Business Educators' Association of Queensland Contemporary European Studies Association of Australia CPA Australia Economic History Society of Australia & New Zealand Economic Society of Australia Economics associations worldwide listing

Finance & Treasury Association Financial Planning Association of Australia Financial Services Institute of Australasia Griffith University Alumni Association Industrial Relations Society of Queensland Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia Institute of Internal Auditors Australia Institute of Management Consultants Institute of Public Administration Australia Institute of Sport Management International Sociological Association Japanese Studies Association of Australia Junior Chamber International Korean Studies Association of Australasia Logistics Association of Australia Market & Social Research Society of Australia Meetings & Events Australia Modelling & Simulation Society of Australia & New Zealand Mortgage & Finance Association of Australia National Tax & Accountants Association Professional Associations in the United States Public Relations Institute of Australia Recruitment & Consulting Services Association Risk Management Institution of Australia Securities & Derivatives Industry Association Society of Business Communicators Statistical Society of Australia System Administrators Guild of Australia Taxation Institute of Australia Venue Management Association Advance Global Australian Professionals

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