When you undertake our Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, you'll be required to complete one or two business majors. Majors are sequences of units of study which equip you with depth of expertise in a particular subject area, such as business law, finance or marketing.
Explore the full list of business majors below to see what topics and career pathways each subject area offers:
Accounting is the 'language of business', providing organisations with information they need to make key business decisions relating to financial performance.
For an example of how you might structure an Accounting major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring an Accounting major flyer (pdf, 39KB).
Banks play a critical role in our globalised economy, providing financial services to business and individuals, and facilitating sustainable economic growth.
Explore units of study in the Banking major.
For an example of how you might structure a Banking major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Banking major flyer (pdf, 28KB).
Use data to discover new insights and gain a deeper understanding of business performance to drive future planning.
For an example of how you might structure a Business Analytics major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Business Analytics major flyer (pdf, 28KB).
Business information systems are the key enabler of innovation and operational efficiency, ensuring the right information is available to the right people at the right time.
Explore units of study in the Business Information Systems major.
For an example of how you might structure a Business Information Systems major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Business Information Systems major flyer (pdf, 38KB).
Businesses of all shapes and sizes are impacted by the legal and regulatory frameworks in which they operate.
For an example of how you might structure a Business Law major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Business Law major flyer (pdf, 38KB).
Finance affects every area of business, as organisations use financial information to make strategic decisions that improve profitability.
Explore units of study in the Finance major.
For an example of how you might structure a Finance major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Finance major flyer (pdf, 38KB).
Learn to solve today’s complex people management challenges and shape the workplace of the future by studying the policies and practices that support positive, effective organisations and employment relationships.
Explore units of study in the Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management major.
For an example of how you might structure an Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring an Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management major flyer (pdf, 40KB).
Develop an innovative and entrepreneurial mindset along with the practical skills required to disrupt with purpose.
For an example of how you might structure an Innovation and Entrepreneurship major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring an Innovation and Entrepreneurship major flyer (pdf, 110KB).
In a globalised world, international business supports the development, strategy and management of organisations at a global level.
For an example of how you might structure an International Business major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring an International Business major flyer (pdf, 39KB).
Become a future leader who enables business and organisations and their people to thrive and grow. Learn about inclusive and sustainable business and management practices which contribute to a better economy and society.
Explore units of study in the Management and Leadership major.
For an example of how you might structure a Management and Leadership major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Management and Leadership major flyer (pdf, 103KB).
Marketing creates value for customers, organisations and society by understanding market needs and aligning what companies offer based on market insights.
For an example of how you might structure a Marketing major in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Marketing major flyer (pdf, 38KB).
Our Professional Accounting program offers you the opportunity to complete a professionally accredited accounting degree and develop the knowledge and expertise you need for a rewarding career.
The Professional Accounting program meets the requirements for professional accounting accreditation with the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and CPA Australia. Completion of an accredited degree course is a recognised pathway to a career in professional accounting.
For more detailed information download the Professional Accounting Accreditation Guide (pdf, 201KB).
To complete the Professional Accounting program and gain associate membership into CPA Australia and CAANZ, you need to undertake 12 units from accounting and other essential business disciplines. Explore units of study in the Professional Accounting program.
For a one-page outline of the differences between the Professional Accounting Program and the Accounting major, download the Professional Accounting Program versus the Accounting Major flyer (pdf, 42kb).
Professional Accounting Program | Accounting Major | |
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Accreditation | 2020 students accredited pathway to CPA and/or CAANZ and ACCA (partial exam exemption) | This option provides a depth of specialised knowledge in Accounting but does not provide a membership pathway to CPA/CAANZ/ACCA |
Units of study | Visit the Professional Accounting Program page for unit of study requirements. | Visit the Accounting major page for unit of study requirements. |
Availability | Available to students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Laws should follow the requirements set out in the Professional Accounting Program accreditation guide. |
Available to students enrolled in a range of undergraduate degrees, including the Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, as a shared pool major or minor. |
For an example of how you might structure the Professional Accounting program in the Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Advanced Studies, download the Structuring a Professional Accounting program flyer (pdf, 30KB).