Great Ocean Road

BEX3722 / BEX5722

Engaging with International Business

Great Ocean Road, 10 – 17 February 2027

About this program

Selected students will be enrolled in unit BEX3722 or BEX5722 for the T1-57 teaching period.

In this program, students will draw on the knowledge gained throughout their studies to explore business opportunities and successes in Apollo Bay and along the Great Ocean Road coastline – an iconic region offering diverse enterprises and strong examples of global business practice.

Students will examine cases of commercial, social and environmental sustainability in the context of a rapidly changing world, developing critical thinking, decision-making and business planning skills. The program emphasises how businesses balance competing priorities when evaluating future directions and building sustainable ventures.

Through industry engagement and applied learning, students will also gain insight into how changes in the business and social landscape have driven transformation across sectors. This experience supports students in planning their future careers, with a strong focus on the role of critical thinking in professional practice.

Students are required to attend an on-campus learning day on 10 February 2027.

Applications

9 August 2026

Decision date

26 August 2026

Start date

10 February 2027

End date

17 February 2027

Program cost

Total program fee: $600 AUD.

Program fee deposit: $300 AUD non-refundable deposit payable within 72 hours of receiving an offer to secure your place.

Program fee balance: $300 AUD due 19 September 2026.

The cost of this program includes:

• 4 nights twin share accommodation with breakfast
• Transport to and from Apollo Bay and to and from site visits
• Entry to all site visits
• Some meals as outlined in the itinerary
• Welcome dinner

The package does not include:

• Monash University tuition fees (6 credit points)
• Accommodation not within the program dates
• Single room upgrades
• Meals not included in the itinerary
• Personal expenses
• Spending money

Note: all estimates are based on research completed in June 2025. Students are encouraged to use the above information as a guide only and research any additional costs at the time of application.

Refund policy

Program fees are generally non-refundable, except in exceptional circumstances as determined by Monash Business School.

Circumstances that will not be considered exceptional include (but are not limited to):

• Failure to secure an appropriate visa
• Withdrawal after committing to another study experience
• Change of mind.

Students should carefully consider their availability and commitment before accepting an offer.

Eligibility

Undergraduate:

• Minimum WAM of 60%
• Completed at least 72 credit points at the time of application.

Graduate:

• Minimum WAM of 60%
• Completed at least 24 credit points at the time of application.

Submission guidelines:

All applicants must submit supporting documentation (e.g. CV) and a video (2 – 3 minutes) addressing:

• Your motivation for participating
• How the program supports your degree and/or career goals.

The supporting documentation must be wubmitted via a Google Drive link (ensuring access permissions are granted to Monash University). The link should be included in the Personal Statement section of your application.

Selection criteria:

As places are limited and demand is high, selection is competitive and based on:

• Weighted Average Mark (WAM)
• Written CV
• Video submission.

Itinerary

*This itinerary is indicative only and may be subject to change. A more detailed itinerary will be provided to students who have confirmed their enrolment.

Assessment and results

• This program is equivalent to 6 credit points of Monash study
• The lead academic will provide further information about the assessment tasks and submission requirements.
• Results release date: 19 April 2027.

For enquiries, please contact Monash Connect.

Applications closed

If you have any questions, please direct them to the faculty via Monash Connect.