Gain a strong grounding in business and design a degree to suit career goals.
In first year, foundation courses include economics, management, marketing, research methods, accounting, business law and ethics, and informatics. In second and third year, courses include applied research methods, strategic management, corporate governance and social responsibility. Choose a specialisation from either faculty to develop in-depth knowledge in a specific area of interest. The program is a strong base for further studies in law or honours.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
- ** Campus note: Students may choose to complete some of the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or at Sippy Downs. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student visa.
- ** Campus note: Students may choose to complete some of the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or at Sippy Downs. The remainder of the degree is completed at Sippy Downs. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student visa.
In first year, foundation courses include economics, management, marketing, research methods, accounting, business law and ethics, and informatics. In second and third year, courses include applied research methods, strategic management, corporate governance and social responsibility. Choose a specialisation from either faculty to develop in-depth knowledge in a specific area of interest. The program is a strong base for further studies in law or honours.
Majors
Business majors: accounting; applied marketing; financial planning; human resource management; information systems; international business; management; marketing research; tourism, leisure and event management.
Career opportunities
Depending on the major chosen: business management, human resource management, marketing management, market research, international business, importing / exporting, industrial relations, tourism and hospitality management, retail / sales, computing, systems analysis.
Membership
Eligibility for memberships depends on areas of specialisation.
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 2 core courses.
- Complete 7 required introductory (100 level) courses.
- Complete 2 required advanced (200/300 level) courses.
- Complete 13 elective courses, 12 must be advanced (200/300) level courses.
- (Optional) Use electives to complete a major (8 courses) or minor (4 courses).
- Complete no more than 10 introductory (100 level) courses, including core courses.
- Complete no more than 6 courses from the School of Communication, School of Social Sciences or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
- Register any selected majors and minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- When enrolling refer to the Study Plan.
Program structure
Core courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Communication and Thought
COR110 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
COR111 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
Introductory courses (7)
7 required courses:
BUS101 Applied Research Methods
BUS102 Introduction to Economics
BUS103 Business Law and Ethics
BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour
BUS105 Introduction to Marketing
BUS106 Accounting for Business
BUS108 Introduction to Informatics
Advanced Courses (2)
2 required courses:
BUS211 Strategic Management
BUS320 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
Elective courses (13)
Select 13 elective courses. Of these electives, 12 must be advanced (200/300 level) courses and 7 must be from the School of Business. The remaining 6 may be from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
The 7 Business electives can be used to complete a major or minor from the School of Business.
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