Bachelor of Business - CL86
Whether you are driven by the possibility of creating positive change in large enterprises or the diverse career opportunities a business degree presents, CQUniversity's Bachelor of Business is an innovative course that builds foundation business and management skills and prepares you for the future. Benefit from our flexible course design which allows you to tailor your studies to your interests with options to major in core business disciplines, or choose from minors that reflect emerging fields of business such as start ups and entrepreneurship. With a GPA of 5.5 or more, you will have the unique option to complete CQUni's Master of Business Management.
Throughout your studies, you will be exposed to real-world learning opportunities that will prepare you for a versatile career leading sustainable organisations of tomorrow.
On Campus, Online
SR:60 ATAR:60
24/144
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Brisbane, Jakarta, Medan, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney, Online
No pre-requisites required
No recommended study required
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CQUniversity's Bachelor of Business is an innovative course that builds foundation business and management skills and prepares you for the future world of work. The course provides you the opportunity to build your knowledge, skills, and practice in your chosen profession or discipline through authentic learning experiences that develop engaged globally-aware citizens able to make a contribution to communities and industry. The course is designed for students who are planning a career in business and management in diverse organisations.
There are eight compulsory core units and a choice of one of six business discipline majors. You can then choose a second major or two minors from the business discipline providing you meet the pre-requisite requirements. This provides you the unique opportunity to develop a breadth of knowledge to enable you to meet and adapt to the changing nature of careers and work. In addition, you may be eligible to study a Masters level minor in a cognate discipline to develop a depth of knowledge that will make you uniquely attractive to employers.
This course provides the opportunity to develop knowledge in a range of traditional business and non-traditional business disciplines and the critical thinking, problem-solving, information literacy, technological, cross-cultural, ethical and innovative abilities being sought by employers.
You will be able to gain work experience while you learn with a mix of industry placements, internships and projects; real-world and authentic learning experiences you’ll need to excel in the future world of work.
| Core Units | 8 | Major Units | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electives | None | Minor Units | 4 |
Course structure
The Bachelor of Business consists of 24 units including eight core units, eight units from your chosen major, and a final eight units from a second major or two, four-unit minors.Unit information
For information on the units, you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.Credit transfer information
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.Greater choices
Explore the contemporary and evolving world of business and management with the Bachelor of Business at CQUniversity. The Bachelor of Business provides you with the opportunity to study across the business disciplines of accounting, financial planning, human resources management, management, marketing, property, start-ups and entrepreneurship. There is also an opportunity to integrate liberal studies into your business degree to provide a more expansive view of the world. The course is structured so that in your first year you build a solid foundation of knowledge by exploring a range of business areas such as accounting, economics, organisational behaviour, marketing, law and management and understanding of the study options available to you within the degree. In your second and third year, you will have the flexibility to choose from a variety of business majors that prepare you for a diverse and rewarding career in your chosen profession. A range of minors is also available to explore. The minor options allow you to extend into evolving areas such as start-ups or deeper discipline knowledge by studying units from a Master level course. The flexibility and choice you have with this course mean that you can study a combination of majors and minors that suits your interests and career aspirations.Real-world opportunities
Through your studies, you will have the opportunity to complete an internship, study tour or innovation project where you will gain practical and relevant experience tailored to your career aspirations. Through this professional practice experience, you will be exposed to real-world scenarios, and have opportunities to apply your discipline knowledge to the scenarios you experience. The skills, knowledge and experience you gain through this professional practice experience enhance your work readiness and career opportunities when you graduate.Career focussed
The Bachelor of Business prepares you for a career in a broad range of business fields such as marketing, general management, human resource management, property, and accounting. You will graduate with knowledge and skills in managing sustainable organisations and prepared to play a leading role in businesses of the future. You'll gain transferrable skills, knowledge and experience that allows you to be adaptable and fluid, ensuring that you meet the needs of the ever-evolving and innovating nature of business. Early in your studies, you will explore a range of business professions, which will introduce you to and build your knowledge of the endless opportunities and unlimited career potential. Your e-Portfolio We're committed to helping you succeed in your chosen profession, and throughout your studies, you will develop an e-portfolio. Your e-portfolio is a valuable career planning and preparation tool to showcase to future employers your abilities and demonstrate the experience, skills and knowledge you have gained through your studies. You will complete authentic assessments that provide you with plenty of opportunities to build and develop your e-portfolio.On-Campus Availability
| Term 1 - 2024 | Brisbane, Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney |
| Term 2 - 2023 | Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 2 - 2024 | Brisbane, Jakarta, Melbourne, Sydney |
| Term 3 - 2023 | Brisbane, Melbourne |
| Term 3 - 2024 | Brisbane, Medan, Melbourne |
Online Availability
| Term 1 - 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 2 - 2023 | Available Online |
| Term 2 - 2024 | Available Online |
| Term 3 - 2023 | Available Online |
| Term 3 - 2024 | Available Online |
| Majors | Units | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 8 | Upon successfully completing this course with the Accounting Major and the Professional Accounting Minor, you will be able to apply for admission to either CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. |
| Banking and Finance | 8 | The Banking and Finance Major is only offered in Medan, Indonesia. The Major must be studied in combination with the Indonesia and Commerce Studies for Banking and Finance Minor and one of the following Minors:
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| Financial Planning | 8 | |
| Hospitality Management | 8 | The Hospitality Management Major is only offered in Medan, Indonesia. The major must be studied in combination with the Indonesia and Commerce Studies for Hospitality Management Minor and one of the following Minors:
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| Human Resource Management | 8 | |
| Management | 8 | For students wishing to study the Management Major in Medan, Indonesia, the Major must be studied in combination with the Indonesia and Commerce Studies for Management Minor and one of the following Minors:
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| Marketing | 8 | |
| Multi-Disciplinary | 8 | The Multi-Disciplinary major is available only to students who already hold an approved AQF Level 7 degree and who wish to gain credit for that degree. Approval from the Head of Course is required to access this major. |
| Property | 8 |
| Minors | Units | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Hospitality Human Resource Management | 4 | The Hospitality Human Resource Management Minor is only available to students studying the Hospitality Management Major in the CL86 Bachelor of Business in Medan, Indonesia. |
| Hospitality Marketing | 4 | The Hospitality Marketing Minor is only available to students studying the Hospitality Management Major in the CL86 Bachelor of Business in Medan, Indonesia. |
| Human Resource Management | 4 | |
| Indonesia and Commerce Studies for Banking and Finance | 4 | The Indonesia and Commerce for Banking and Finance Minor is compulsory for students studying the Banking and Finance Major in Medan, Indonesia as part of their CL86 Bachelor of Business degree. The Indonesia and Commerce for Banking and Finance Minor is only available to students studying the CL86 Bachelor of Business in Medan, Indonesia. Students must complete the two compulsory Indonesia National Education units and two units of their choice from those listed. All pre-requisites must be met. |
| Indonesia and Commerce Studies for Hospitality Management | 4 | The Indonesia and Commerce for Hospitality Management Minor is compulsory for students studying the Hospitality Management Major in Medan, Indonesia as part of their CL86 Bachelor of Business degree. The Indonesia and Commerce for Hospitality Management Minor is only available to students studying the CL86 Bachelor of Business in Medan, Indonesia. Students must complete the two compulsory Indonesia National Education units and two units of their choice from those listed. All pre-requisites must be met. |
| Indonesia and Commerce Studies for Management | 4 | The Indonesia and Commerce for Management Minor is compulsory for students studying the Management Major in Medan, Indonesia as part of their CL86 Bachelor of Business degree. The Indonesia and Commerce for Management Minor is only available to students studying the CL86 Bachelor of Business in Medan, Indonesia. Students must complete the two compulsory Indonesia National Education units and two units of their choice. All pre-requisites must be met. |
| Liberal Studies | 4 | |
| Marketing | 4 | |
| Master of Business Management | 4 | |
| Professional Accounting | 4 | Upon successfully completing this course with the Accounting Major and the Professional Accounting Minor, you will be able to apply for admission to either CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. |
| Startups and Entrepreneurship | 4 | All pre-requisites must be met. |
Choose a major/minor to suit you
Benefit from a choice of majors and minors to tailor your studies to suit your career goals or learning interests. Discover more about each major and minor below, what you will learn and where it can take you.
| MAJOR | OVERVIEW |
| Accounting Major | Accounting is transitioning into a new era influenced by data and technology and this major is ideal if you have an interest in careers across auditing, banking, consulting, or corporate finance. This major will provide you with advanced knowledge in financial accounting and management accounting, and provide you with an understanding of taxation law and company law to round out your accounting knowledge. |
| Financial Planning Major | Accredited with the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA), this is an ideal major for anyone wishing to practice as a financial advisor. In this major you will build knowledge across personal financial planning, business finance, investment portfolios, and retirement and superannuation. You will also examine the role of insurance and risk management in client focused financial planning as well as estate planning. |
| Human Resource Management Major | Human resource management is central to the success of any organisation and this major will prepare you to develop your skills and expertise in human resource management, industrial relations and management functions including attracting, selecting, motivating and developing talent. |
| Management Major | The management major will future-proof your skills to pursue management roles across any sector. In this major you will develop technical knowledge of business finance, enterprise systems and operational management, combined with soft skills in people management underpinned by the study of human behaviour at work. You will graduate with a sought-after skillset capable of leading and motivating teams to improve productivity and innovation. |
| Marketing Major | Develop a versatile skillset valued across all industries and learn to successfully connect with customers and implement demand generation marketing activities. You will be introduced to consumer behaviour and the broader marketing mix, and examine the important role of digital marketing in any marketing strategy. You will build skills in performing marketing research, including how to use insights and analytics to inform marketing decision-making. |
| Property Major | If you have an interest in a career pathway in property development or the property industry, this major is an ideal option that will provide you with highly contextual industry knowledge of property law, contract law, business finance, property economics, property and asset management, construction and property investment, and finance. |
| MINOR | OVERVIEW |
| Human Resource Management Minor | In the Human Resource Management minor you will gain exposure to the core functions of talent recruitment and retention. You will also develop insight into conflict and negotiation as well as learn perspectives on change management within an organisation. |
| Liberal Studies Minor | The Liberal Studies Minor enables students to compile a Minor consistent with an area of interest and/or career/profession requirements not already covered in the existing Majors and Minors. The Course Advice Team will assist you in building your study plan with units at the appropriate AQF level. |
| Marketing Minor | In this minor you will be introduced to the fundamentals of marketing including consumer behaviour and the broader marketing mix, and examine the important role of digital marketing in any marketing strategy. |
| Master of Business Management Minor | A unique feature of the Bachelor of Business is the opportunity to gain a Masters level qualification to make you attractive to future employers. You will gain advanced knowledge in business management including communications, human resources and accounting for management decision making. Students wishing to study the Master of Business Management Minor must meet the Grade Point Average requirement at the end of the second year of study of the Bachelor of Business. |
| Startups and Entrepreneurship Minor | Familiarise yourself with key factors for entrepreneurial success and the fundamentals of fostering start-ups, from planning and financing to managing new business or social ventures. |
| Unit Name | Code | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Practice and Experience | BUSN13004 | This unit offers students the opportunity to select from the following options subject to availability: - Work placement option. - Global experience option. - Project option. |
Rank Threshold |
A rank threshold is the minimum competitive rank that applications will be considered for entry to this course. The rank threshold for this course is: SR 60 | ATAR 60.0 |
Student profile
If you would like to know more about entry scores for applicants with recent secondary education and the student profile for this course view our Course and Entry Score Profile for Term 1, 2022.Institute profile
To find out about CQUniversity's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1 2022, view our Institute Profile.English Language Proficiency Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0 completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall & minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
International students:
Refer to International Entry Requirements
Students studying at an Indonesia Location:
Will be required to undertake national curriculum studies as required by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology in that country.
Security Requirements
No information available at this time.Health Requirements
No information available at this time.Assumed Knowledge
A recommended study schedule for this course can be obtained from your Student Advisor
Students may determine their own schedule based upon credit transfers and personal study requirements. It is important to note that full-time students usually enrol in 4 units per term and part-time students usually enrol in 2 units per term.
Course Planners are also available for this course to help you to schedule your study.
Please note: students must check to see when and where a unit is offered before enrolling. See the unit availability in this handbook for details.
Students studying at an Indonesia Location:
Will be required to undertake national curriculum studies as required by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research and Technology in that country.
The CQU Bachelor of Business course will prepare you for a career in marketing, general management, human resource management, public relations, property, and accounting - as well as providing an opportunity to develop knowledge and skills in managing sustainable organisations. The degree provides the essential knowledge, skills and opportunities for personal development you will need to broaden your opportunities and build the foundations of your career.
| 2023 Indicative Fees | |
|---|---|
| Fee Type | Fees |
| Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee | $15,136.00 |
Indicative first-year fee
The fees listed are indicative only and based on enrolling in a full-time study load for one academic year (generally, this is eight units over two terms). Your fees may vary depending on the units you select and the number you study per term. Fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.
Commonwealth support and government assistance loans
Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees if you meet eligibility requirements. If offered a CSP, you may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees. Learn more about paying for university.
Other study costs
Part of your course costs includes Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). There may also be additional costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
At CQUniversity, we believe higher education should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more.
| Victoria | ONL: 150731; MEL: 153005 |
| New South Wales | SYD: 160730 ; ONL: 160731 |
| Tasmania | ONL: 150731 |
| South Australia | ONL: 150731 |
| Western Australia | ONL: 150731 |
| Northern Territory | ONL: 150731 |
| Queensland | ONL: 851511; BNE: 883155; ROK: 851513 |
If you have decided what you would like to study and are ready to apply, we’re here to help you along the way.
Want to know more about application dates and other admission information?
View our important dates information and read about other admission considerations such as information for domestic students with overseas qualifications, indigenous support, and elite athlete, coach and performer support.
What’s the best way to apply?
- Option 1: Ideal for most situations, whether you have completed high school recently or some time ago.
- Option 2: Ideal if you are studying with one of our partner study hubs.
- Option 3: Perfect if you are a returning CQU student.
Option 1: Ideal for most situations, apply via a tertiary admission centre.
View the table below for the best application option based on where you live.| If you live in | Tertiary Admissions Centre (TAC)* |
| Queensland | Apply via QTAC |
| New South Wales; Australian Capital Territory | Apply via UAC |
| All other states | Apply via ApplyCQUNI |
*Please note that you may be required to pay a fee when applying via a TAC.
Option 2: Want to study with one of our partner study hubs? Apply via ApplyCQUni.
Benefit from local support, space, technology and facilities offered by one of our delivery partners.| If you are studying with: | Study Support |
| Taree Universities Campus | Supported online study, which may include local tutorial support, and access to local study facilities. |
Option 3: If you have previously studied with CQU, apply direct.
As a past CQU student, you may be eligible to apply directly to CQU for this course. To apply direct, your prior study with CQU must be a completed or partially completed CQU course or unit, including:- CQU’s Skills for Tertiary Entrance Preparatory Studies (STEPS), Tertiary Entrance Program (TEP), or Start Uni Now (SUN) units.
- A CQU certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree, graduate certificate, graduate diploma, master or research higher degree, or a unit within these courses.