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Bachelor of Business (Economics) - Queensland University of Technology |
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TEL: 0207 193 7932
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| QTAC code: | | 413021 |
| | Domestic entry: | | February and July* (*Gardens Point only) |
| | Past OP cut-off: | | 12 |
| | Past rank cut-off: | | 76 |
| | Assumed knowledge: | | English (4, SA) and Mathematics A, B or C (4, SA) |
| | Preparatory studies: | | MATHS: QUT unit Data Analysis for Business as a visiting student or QUT Continuing Professional Education course Mathematics Bridging; ENGLISH: Successful completion of a year of full-time vocational or tertiary study. |
| | OP Guarantee: | | Yes |
| | CRICOS code: | | 003491G |
| | International fees: | | 2009: $9,750 (indicative) per semester
(per semester, subject to annual review) |
| | International entry: | | February, July and November* (*conditions apply) (International students can only study at Gardens Point) |
| | Course duration (full-time): | | 3 years |
| | Course duration (part-time): | | 6 years |
| | Total credit points: | | 288 |
| | Standard credit points/full-time semester: | | 48 |
| | Campus: | | Gardens Point |
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Why choose this course?
Have you ever considered why products that could be grown or made here are imported, or why Australia has free trade agreements with some countries and not others? Have you ever questioned why some industries are dominated by one large firm? Would it be better to have more competition, so consumers have more choices and lower prices? If you've ever wondered what causes unemployment, why petrol prices can rise and fall overnight, or why we pay tax, consider an economics major.
More on Economics
Economics is more than just a business discipline - it is a way of thinking.
Because the study of economics fosters problem solving, decision making and analytical skills that enable you to maximise output from the resources available, graduates are in strong demand across a number of industries. These skills are relevant not only to your career, but in individual decision making.
You will also gain an understanding of important issues such as unemployment, inflation and interest rates, learn about competition and business strategy, and gain skills to analyse the impact of decisions made by government.
Industry links
Our lecturers have a wide range of real-world experience in finance, government policy making and in industry, so their teaching reflects current thinking and is based on practical situations and outcomes. These links also provide access to guest lecturers, who add their own experiences and challenges to your learning and thinking.
Practical Teaching
Project and research assignments will build your practical skills. You will apply theory to topics of current interest, such as the federal budget, Australia's ageing population or global warming. You will learn how to locate data for your analysis, decide on the relevant economic theories and models, and distil this into possible solutions. This analysis will help you advise the best way forward, and give you a practical introduction to the real-world application of economic theory.
Recommended course combinations and career outcomes
Your analytical toolkit, experience in viewing problems from different perspectives, and ability to weigh up the efficiency of alternative solutions means you will be employable in a variety of settings, from manufacturing to transport, communications to banking, insurance and investment.
In banking or finance organisations, you may be employed in an operational role through to a specialised managerial position. Private sector industrial and manufacturing companies employ economics graduates to provide strategic analysis and policy advice.
Combining your economics major with study in finance can point you towards an analytical role in the finance industry or an advisory role in government or with industry regulatory bodies. You may also find employment in economic or financial forecasting in government or a finance firm.
Because economics is concerned with how society meets people's demands for goods and services, including the manufacture, consumption and sale of products, it can be an ideal complement to studies in marketing.
As an economics student you will be encouraged to view problems from an organisational, national and global context, so you could consider combining your economics major with studies in international business to launch your career overseas.
Other Majors
See also separate entries for the following majors in this course: Accountancy, Advertising, Banking and Finance, Human Resource Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, and Public Relations.
Professional Recognition
Students completing the Bachelor of Business majoring in Economics will meet the academic requirements for professional membership of the Economics Society of Australia.
Course Structure
With its flexible course structure, our Bachelor of Business allows you to tailor your studies to suit your own needs and career aspirations. The four distinct components within the degree give over 140 combinations of majors and specialisations.
1. Eight Faculty core units give you a broad-based introduction to business principles.
2. Your primary major of six units will provide the overall direction for your future career path.
3. Your second area of study of six units will hone your career decision.
- Maximise your career options with an added breadth of knowledge by completing another of the business majors
- Add a depth of knowledge in your area of interest with further study within your primary business major
- Or add a flavour or emphasis to your business degree with study in another of our business areas, or a foreign language.
4. Four elective units can be chosen from any degree course at QUT. You can consider taking an approved university Minor from business or another faculty.
Potential careers
Administrator
Banker
Banking and Finance Professional
Business Analyst
Corporate Secretary
Economist
Financial Advisor/Analyst
Financial Project Manager
Funds Manager
Government Officer
Home Economist
Investment Manager
Policy Officer
Public Servant
Quantitative Analyst
Risk Manager
Statistician
Stockbroker
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