LA TROBE UNIVERSITY

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
(Any Major) - CRICOS019479E
La Trobe University (LTU), ranked #45 globally, stands as one of the premier universities worldwide. Through the International Study Abroad Partnership Program, LTU offers a Bachelor of Business degree, preparing students with vital problem-solving and decision-making skills crucial for achieving success in the business world. The program also fosters practical abilities needed to develop innovative solutions to complex business challenges.

Summary of LTU:
INFORMATION ABOUT THE ACADEMIC PROGRAM
Degree type: Bachelor
Course code:Bachelor of Business - LTU - BUS
Location of study: 1st year - Thuongmai University (TMU), Hanoi, Viet Nam
2nd and 3rd year - TMU or TLU, Victoria, Australia (depending on the chosen learning model)
Admission semester: 09/2024
Study duration: 3 years* - with the learning model options of 1+2; 1,5+1,5 or 2+1
*The study duration will be 3.5-4 years if the student's IELTS score does not meet the requirement for major-specific studies or study abroad transfer.
OVERVIEW OF THE PROGRAM
The international study abroad partnership programs at TMU (CERI-TMU) with LTU offer students a variety of different choices.
Learning articulation pathways
- 2 + 1 articulation pathway program: 2 years (16 courses/4 semesters) at TMU and 1 year (8 courses/2 semesters) at LTU.
- 1.5 + 1.5 articulation pathway program: 1.5 years (12 courses/3 semesters) at TMU and 1.5 years (12 courses/3 semesters) at LTU.
- 1 + 2 articulation pathway program: 1 year (8 courses/2 semesters) at TMU and 2 years (16 courses/4 semesters) at LTU.
The fields of study include the following majors:
- Management
- Marketing
- Finance
- International Business
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
Students must complete a total of 360 credits. Some courses are core courses while others are elective courses.
Here is the program structure for the 2+1 articulation pathway program:
240 Credits at TMU + 60 Core Credits at LTU + 60 Electives Credits at LTU
Students must complete 240 credits over 4 semesters (2 years) at TMU and 120 credits at LTU.
COURSES STUDIED AT TMU:

The international study abroad partnership program CERI-TMU
2+1/1.5+1.5/1+2 models with LTU
Students will study for a maximum of 2 years (equivalent to 4 semesters) at Thuongmai University. Afterward, they will transfer to Australia to complete the remaining duration of the program and receive a Bachelor of Business degree from LTU.
* If the IELTS score is below 6.0, students need to complete a Foundation Year to fulfill the program's entry requirement of an IELTS 6.0
Admission Requirements Entry
Requirements at TMU:
- Graduation from high school with an average GPA of 7.0 or higher in the final year of grade 11 and the first semester of grade 12.
- IELTS score >= 6.0, with no individual band score below 5.5.
- For the Foundation Program (up to 1 year), students need a minimum IELTS score of 5.5, with no skill below 5.5.
Transfer Requirements to LTU:
- Minimum GPA of 5/10 for courses at TMU.
- IELTS score of 6.0 (no sub-score below 6.0).
Tuition Fees:
Phase 1 - Study at TMU:
- Foundation Program Students: 22,000,000 VND per semester (English preparatory studies).
- Major Students: 88,000,000 VND per academic year (after receiving 20% financial aid from the partner university).
Phase 2 - Study at LTU:
- The tuition fee at LTU for reference in 2024 is 36,800 AUD per year.
Accommodation & Services:
LTU provides affordable, convenient on-campus accommodation with 24/7 support and other amenities. Scan the QR code for more information.

Scholarships & Financial Support:
During their participation in the program, students have the option to apply for a 20% tuition fee reduction or be eligible for the CERI-TMU Talent Scholarship, which provides discounts on tuition fees ranging from 30% to 100% while studying in Vietnam.
CONTACT CERI-TMU
- Center Address: Room 600, 6th Floor, Building F, Thuongmai University, 79 Ho Tung Mau Street, Mai Dich Ward, Cau Giay District, Hanoi
- Email: ceri@tmu.edu.vn
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CERITMU
- Website: https://ceri.tmu.edu.vn
- Hotline: 092.836.5858

