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CL86 - Bachelor of Business

Overview

Course Overview

Prepare for a dynamic career in business with CQUniversity’s Bachelor of Business, an innovative course designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge, and adaptability needed for the future world of work. This degree goes beyond traditional business education, offering real-world learning experiences, industry engagement, and future-ready skill development.

You will build a strong foundation in business and management while tailoring your studies to your interests through a choice of discipline-specific majors and minors (subject to availability). You also have the unique opportunity to develop a breadth of knowledge across multiple business areas or gain a competitive edge with a Master’s-level Minor in a related field.

Our course focuses on critical thinking, problem-solving, digital literacy, ethical leadership, and innovation—the essential skills that employers are looking for. Through industry placements, global experiences and real-world projects, you'll gain practical experience while you learn, ensuring you're career-ready from day one.

Whether you aspire to lead, innovate, or transform industries, the Bachelor of Business at CQUniversity provides the versatile skills and practical experiences to help you thrive in today’s fast-changing business landscape.

Career Information

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.

Course Details
Duration 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time
Credit Points that Must be Earned 144
Number of Units Required CQUniversity uses the concept of credits to express the amount of study required for a particular course and individual units. The number of units varies between courses. Units in undergraduate courses normally consist of 6 points of credit or multiples thereof (e.g. 12, 18, 24).
Expected Hours of Study One point of credit is equivalent to an expectation of approximately two hours of student work per week in a term.
Course Type Undergraduate Award
Qualification (post nominal) BBus(Major)
AQF Level Level 7: Bachelor Degree
Course Fees
Indicative Year - 2026
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $17,520
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $35,250
Indicative Year - 2025
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $16,992
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $18,288
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $17,520
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $35,040
Indicative Year - 2024
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $16,320
  • Domestic Full Fee Paying – Indicative First Year Fee - $17,556
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $17,520
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $35,040
Indicative Year - 2023
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $15,136
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $15,840
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $31,680
Indicative Year - 2022
  • International Indicative First Term Fee - $15,840
  • Commonwealth Supported Place – Indicative First Year Fee - $14,624
  • International Indicative First Year Fee - $31,680

Admission Codes

Where and when can I start?
Units offered internally at the below campuses may be delivered using a combination of face-to-face and video conferencing style teaching.
Units offered via MIX mode are delivered online and require compulsory attendance of site-specific learning activities such as on-campus residential schools, placements and/or work integrated learning. See Course Features tab for further information. Online units are delivered using online resources only.
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The following tables list the courses availabilities by location and term. Directing your pointer over your preferred location will provide further information if this course is not available for the full duration. Please be sure to also check individual unit availability by location and term prior to enrolling.

Domestic Availability

Term 3 - 2026

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2026

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2026

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney

Term 3 - 2025

Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 2 - 2025

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2025

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney

Term 3 - 2024

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2024

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2024

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney

Term 3 - 2023

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2023

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2023

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Rockhampton
Sydney

Term 3 - 2022

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2022

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2022

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 3 - 2021

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2021

Online

Term 1 - 2021

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
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International Availability

Term 3 - 2026

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2026

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2026

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 3 - 2025

Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 2 - 2025

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2025

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 3 - 2024

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2024

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2024

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 3 - 2023

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2023

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2023

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 3 - 2022

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2022

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2022

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 3 - 2021

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online

Term 2 - 2021

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney

Term 1 - 2021

Brisbane
Melbourne
Online
Sydney
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For any problems regarding admissions availability for the selected course please contact 13 CQUni (13 27 86) or send us an email at https://contactus.cqu.edu.au/
Entry Requirements - What do I need to start?
Entry Scores
Rank Threshold SR 60 | ATAR 60
English Language Proficiency Requirements

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or the United States of America, you are required to meet the English language proficiency requirements set by the University.

You are required to provide documentation confirming completion of:

  • a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
  • a completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate IV or Diploma level qualification, or
  • a Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0.

These qualifications must be completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or the United States of America to meet the English language proficiency requirements.

If you do not satisfy any of the above, you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
  • a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT overall score of at least 75 with no score less than 17 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
  • a Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) overall score of at least 54 with no less than 46 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking), or
  • an Occupational English Test with a minimum result of 'B' in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing and speaking).

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.

Each application will be assessed individually.

If you are a prospective international student, please visit the English requirements for international students page for further information.

Prerequisite Subjects
No information available at this time
Security Requirements
No information available at this time
Health Requirements
No information available at this time
Course Features

Awards and Accreditation

Interim Awards CM57 - Undergraduate Certificate in Business Studies CL87 - Diploma of Business Studies N7405 -
Exit Awards CM57 - Undergraduate Certificate in Business Studies CL87 - Diploma of Business Studies N7405 -
Accreditation
  • Professional Practice: Financial Planning Major
    Financial Advisor Standards

    The Bachelor of Business - Financial Planning Major is an approved qualification to attain a professional designation in financial planning as per the Corporations (Relevant Providers Degrees, Qualifications and Courses Standard) Determination 2021.

  • Professional Practice: Accounting Major
    Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ)

    Upon successfully completing the Bachelor of Business 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 (CAANZ).

    Students who have selected the Accounting Major and wish to have a career as a professional accountant should select the Professional Accounting Minor. The Professional Accounting Minor contains additional units that are accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. By successfully completing the Core units, Accounting Major and Professional Accounting Minor, students will meet the requirements for admission to of one of these associations. The Accounting Major must be completed alongside the Professional Accounting Minor. The Professional Accounting Minor cannot be undertaken independently of the Accounting Major.

  • Professional Practice: Accounting Major
    Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) Australia

    Upon successfully completing the Bachelor of Business 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 (CAANZ).

    Students who have selected the Accounting Major and wish to have a career as a professional accountant should select the Professional Accounting Minor. The Professional Accounting Minor contains additional units that are accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. By successfully completing the Core units, Accounting Major and Professional Accounting Minor, students will meet the requirements for admission to of one of these associations. The Accounting Major must be completed alongside the Professional Accounting Minor. The Professional Accounting Minor cannot be undertaken independently of the Accounting Major.

Residential School Requirements

No Residential School for this course.

Practicum/Work Placement

BUSN13004 - This unit offers students the opportunity to select from the following options subject to availability: - Work placement option. - Global experience option. - Project option for students already in the workplace.

Previous and Current Enrolments

Year Number of Students
2025 611
2024 491
2023 458
2022 411
2021 185
Inherent Requirements
There are Inherent Requirements (IRs) that you need to be aware of, and fulfil, to achieve the core learning outcomes of the units and course. IRs are the essential capabilities, knowledge, behaviours and skills that are needed to complete a unit or course.

Please note that in some instances there may be similarities between course, entry and inherent requirements.

If you experience difficulties meeting these requirements, reasonable adjustments may be made upon contacting accessibility@cqu.edu.au. Adjustment must not compromise the academic integrity of the degree or course chosen at CQUniversity or the legal requirements of field education.

Ethical Behaviour

Examples are:

  • Complying with academic and non-academic misconduct policies and procedures such as CQUniversity's Student Charter, Student Misconduct Policy and Student Behavioural Misconduct Procedures, and Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
  • Demonstrating honesty and integrity in academic and professional practice.
Behavioural Stability

Examples are:

  • Being reflective with personal behaviours appropriate for professional performance and being positive and receptive to processing constructive feedback or criticism from peers, supervisors, and/or lecturers.
  • Successfully processing and coping with your own emotions and behaviour when dealing with individuals in educational and professional environments.
Legal Compliance

Examples are:

  • Knowing, understanding and complying with the laws of the Sovereign State in which you reside, work and/or study.
  • Complying with the policies and practices of businesses or organisations in which you may be placed or find employment.
  • Complying with the requirements for student registration with organisations such as the Australian Institute of Management, the Australian Marketing Institute, the Australian Human Resources Institute and the like.
Communication Skills (Verbal, Non-verbal, Written and Technology)

Examples are:

  • Verbally communicating in the English language with accuracy, appropriateness and effectiveness.
  • Actively participating in discussion activities related to the course.
  • Using language that is appropriate to the context of the individual, group or workplace.
  • Establishing rapport with others in the study and practice of business and responding appropriately to peers, teaching staff, clients, supervisors and other professionals.
  • Observing and understanding non-verbal cues to assist with building rapport with people and gaining their trust and respect in academic and professional relationships.
  • Consistently displaying appropriate facial expressions, eye contact, body movements and gestures while being mindful of personal space boundaries.
  • Being aware of culturally-based differences in non-verbal communications, to ensure effective, culturally appropriate interpersonal communications.
  • Competently and appropriately producing written assessment work in a logical, coherent manner, and with correct grammar and punctuation to the required academic standards.
  • Expressing complex and detailed information and knowledge in logical and legible essays and reports that clearly communicate the intended message, and doing so in a timely manner, meeting appropriate professional standards.
  • Accurately conveying and documenting information in a written form that meets legal and professional practice requirements.
Cognitive Abilities (Knowledge and Cognitive Skills, Literacy and Numeracy)

Examples are:

  • Conceptualising and using appropriate knowledge in response to academic assessment items.
  • Applying theoretical knowledge, research evidence, policies and procedures in academic and professional practice.
  • Constructing written text proficiently, in English, using appropriate vocabulary and conventions of speech, including being able to paraphrase, summarise and reference in accordance with appropriate academic conventions.
  • Competently reading, writing and accurately interpreting information to convey language effectively in educational and professional settings.
  • Producing accurate, concise and clear business documentation which meets legal requirements.
  • Demonstrating effective use of numeracy skills to perform a range of business functions.
  • Applying numeracy skills to interpret and solve a range of mathematical and data-related problems associated with a range of business practices.
  • Producing accurate, concise and clear business documentation which meets legal requirements.
Sensory Abilities (Visual, Auditory, Tactile)

Examples are:

  • Engaging in active listening, reacting and responding appropriately to information provided, and providing advice verbally.
Relational Skills

Examples are:

  • Development of active listening skills to facilitate effective communication, avoid miscommunication and arrive at accurate conclusions.
  • Patience and avoiding or diffusing interpersonal conflict.
  • Trustworthiness and confidentiality.
  • Approachability and warmth to facilitate communication and encourage innovation and mutual cooperation.
Reflective Skills

Examples are:

  • Demonstrating an understanding of how theory as well as personal, social and cultural experiences relate to practice or personal or professional knowledge.
  • Discovering and challenging own underlying assumptions.
  • Making connections between personal and work experiences and what is being learnt.
Sustainable Performance

Examples are:

  • Managing lengthy complex meetings.
  • Planning time and workload effectively including the ability to self-manage competing commitments and take responsibility for own wellbeing.
Interpersonal Engagement

Examples are:

  • Having emotional intelligence to understand the needs and feelings of others.
  • Having the ability to work in a team.
Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Abilities

Examples are:

  • Competently using a desktop operating system such as Microsoft Windows or Mac OS X.
  • Competently using productivity software such as Microsoft Office.
  • Competently using the internet for a range of study and business related activities.
  • Operating associated electronic technologies such as (but not limited to) digital scanners, copiers, cameras and video cameras, a tablet computer or a mobile phone in the professional business environment.
Core Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Accounting Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Accounting and its applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for audiences from government, employees and employers, community and business markets
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytic judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Digital Business Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical, and applied knowledge in accounting, digital business innovation, and their applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present clear, coherent, and innovative ideas within organisational and social contexts, addressing audiences across government, employees and employers, community, and business markets
  • 3. Select and use various digital technologies, including those for predictive analytics, blockchain, and digital marketing, to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information in the context of digital business innovation
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes by productively participating in and contributing to teams, demonstrating adaptability in digital and innovative business environments
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytical judgment and reflection to manage organisations, drive digital transformation, and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse, and synthesise information, problems, concepts, and theories to formulate socially responsible, ethical, and effective business solutions, with a focus on leveraging digital innovation to improve commercial and social business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Financial Planning Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Financial Planning and its applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for audiences from government, employees and employers, community and business markets
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytic judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Hospitality Management Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Hospitality Management and its applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for audiences from government, employees and employers, community and business markets
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytic judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Human Resource Management Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Human Resource Management and its applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for audiences from government, employees and employers, community and business markets
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytic judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Management Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Management and its applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for audiences from government, employees and employers, community and business markets
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytic judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Marketing Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Marketing and its applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for audiences from government, employees and employers, community and business markets
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytic judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Multi-Disciplinary Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Management and its applications in multi-disciplinary contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for a multi-disciplinary audience
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytical judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Property Learning Outcomes
  • 1. Critically analyse and apply a broad and coherent body of theoretical, technical and applied knowledge of Property and its applications in organisational contexts
  • 2. Apply effective communication skills to present in a clear, coherent manner within the organisational and social contexts and for audiences from government, employees and employers, community and business markets
  • 3. Select and use a range of digital technologies to generate, manage, and disseminate qualitative and quantitative information
  • 4. Produce collaborative outcomes through productively participating, contributing to and engaging in teams
  • 5. Exercise professional and analytic judgement and reflection in order to manage organisations and succeed in the future world of work
  • 6. Investigate, analyse and synthesise information, problems, concepts and theories and formulate socially responsible, professional, ethical and effective business solutions related to commercial and social improvements in business practices.
  Course Learning Outcomes
Australian Qualifications Framework Descriptors 1 2 3 4 5 6
1. KNOWLEDGE Have a broad and coherent body of knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning
2. SKILLS Have cognitive skills to review critically, analyse, consolidate and synthesise knowledge
3. SKILLS Have cognitive and technical skills to demonstrate a broad understanding of knowledge with depth in some areas
4. SKILLS Have cognitive and creative skills to exercise critical thinking and judgement in identifying and solving problems with intellectual independence
5. SKILLS Have communication skills to present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of knowledge and ideas
6. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Demonstrate initiative and judgement in planning, problem solving and decision making in professional practice and/or scholarship
7. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Adapt knowledge and skills in diverse contexts
8. APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILL Be responsible and accountable for own learning and professional practice and in collaboration with others within broad parameters
KNOWLEDGE Develop an understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and culture in contemporary and historical context using the respectful and appropriate protocols and terminology
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Engage in reflective self-evaluation of own cultural values and perspectives to proactively create an inclusive workplace that affirms and celebrates cultural diversity
APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Display leadership by creating inclusive work environments and work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in a culturally respectful manner
Human Resource Management Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Liberal Studies Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Management Postgraduate Pathway Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Marketing Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Professional Accounting Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Public Practice Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Startups and Entrepreneurship Learning Outcomes
Please refer to the Core Structure Learning Outcomes
Course Structure

In order to complete this course, you must:

  1. Complete the core structure
  2. Complete 1 major
  3. Complete 2 minors
Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

As part of your Bachelor of Business at CQU, you’ll complete eight compulsory core units. Alongside these, you'll also choose a Major – this is your main area of specialisation and gives you the chance to tailor your degree to your career interests.

Choosing Your Major
You’ll need to select one Major from the list below. Each Major includes 8 units (48 credit points):

Accounting
Digital Business
Financial Planning
Hospitality Management
Human Resource Management
Management
Marketing
Property

⚠️ Important: Not all Majors are available at every CQUniversity location. Make sure to check what's available at your campus before planning your enrolment.

Want to broaden your skills even more?
If you're interested, you can choose to study two Majors, or one Major and two Minors (see below). Just keep in mind that not all combinations of Majors and Minors are available, and not all Minors are offered at every location – so it’s important to check availability and speak with the Course Management Team for guidance.

Available Minors (4 units each, 24 credits):
Human Resource Management
Liberal Studies
Marketing
Professional Accounting (must be paired with the Accounting Major)
Public Practice (must be paired with the Accounting Major + Professional Accounting Minor)
Startups and Entrepreneurship

Interested in studying overseas?
If you select the Liberal Studies Minor, you’ll have the chance to join a CQUGlobal Learning Abroad program in your second or third year. These amazing opportunities require some forward planning – applications for Semester Exchange close around 6–8 months before departure, while Short-Term Programs close about 3–6 months prior.
Visit the CQUGlobal Portal or email cquglobal-out@cqu.edu.au to explore programs, funding options, eligibility, and how to apply.

Thinking about postgraduate study?
If you’ve achieved a GPA of 5.5 or above, you can replace one of your Minors with a Masters-level Minor:

Management Postgraduate Pathway (4 units, 24 credits)
This is a great way to get a head start on postgraduate learning while still completing your undergraduate degree.

Multidisciplinary Major Option
If you're entering the course with Advanced Standing or Credit Transfer from an AQF Level 6 or higher qualification (or equivalent), you may be eligible for the Multidisciplinary Major.
This option requires approval from the Head of Course. Be sure to submit your credit application first and then speak to the Course Management Team for help with next steps.

In the Bachelor of Business (CL86), you’ll complete eight compulsory core units. During your first year, you'll study seven of these core units, giving you the chance to explore and get a feel for each of the majors on offer. Later in your course, during your fourth term, you’ll take on your final core unit — an exciting opportunity where you’ll apply your learning in the real world. You’ll get to choose between completing a work-integrated learning placement, joining a global study tour, or undertaking a work-based learning project, depending on what suits your goals and interests best. 

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MGMT11169 Business Analytics
FINC11002 Financial Literacy for Business
LAWS11030 Foundations of Business Law
MGMT11109 Introduction to Business
MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals
HRMT11011 Human Resource Management
BUSN13004 Professional Practice and Experience

International students commencing an undergraduate business degree are strongly encouraged to enrol in Academic and Digital Literacy in Higher Education in place of BUSN11016 – Introduction to Study and Professional Practice.

This unit has been specifically designed to support international students in successfully transitioning to the Australian higher education environment. It focuses on the development of essential academic and digital skills required for success in business programs, including:

Academic reading, writing, referencing, and critical thinking skills
Effective communication in academic and professional settings
Navigating digital learning platforms and using productivity tools
Understanding academic integrity and assessment expectations
Interpreting feedback and developing self-directed learning strategies
 

Available units
Students must complete 1 from the following units:
BUSN11030 Academic and Digital Literacy in Higher Education
BUSN11016 Introduction to Study and Professional Practice
Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

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. In addition, successful completion of the Accounting Major, the Professional Accounting Minor and the Public Practice Minor, you will be able to apply to be registered as a tax agent as set by the Tax Practitioners Board. 

If you're planning to study both the Accounting and Financial Planning Majors, you'll notice that one unit — LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A — is common to both majors. Since you can’t count the same unit twice, you’ll need to replace this unit in your Financial Planning Major with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance.

This adjustment ensures you still meet the requirements for both majors without repeating content. If you're unsure about your study plan, it's a good idea to chat with the Course Management Team to make sure everything is on track.

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.

Upon successfully completing this course with the Accounting Major, Professional Accounting Minor and the Public Practice Minor you may also be eligible to apply for registration with the Tax Practitioners Board (after meeting the Board’s requirements for practical experience).

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ACCT11081 Introductory Financial Accounting
ECON11026 Principles of Economics
ACCT19060 Management Accounting
ACCT19062 Intermediate Financial Accounting
LAWS19032 Company & Association Law
ACCT13017 Financial Statement Analysis
ACCT19061 Advanced Financial Accounting
LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A

Financial Planning Major

Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

If you're planning to complete both the Accounting and Financial Planning Majors, keep in mind that one unit — LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A — is shared between the two. Since you can’t complete the same unit twice for credit, you’ll need to replace this unit in the Financial Planning Major with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance.

💻 Please note: The Financial Planning Major is available online only, so make sure you’re comfortable with online study or speak with the Course Management Team to explore your options.

For those students wishing to study both the Financial Planning and Property Majors, there is a common unit FINC19011 Business Finance. This unit must be be replaced with BLAR13040 Building Life Cycle Management in the Property Major.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
FINC11001 Fundamentals of Personal Financial Planning
FINC19011 Business Finance
FINC19012 Investment Analysis and Risk Management
LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A
FINC19016 Retirement and Superannuation
FINC19019 Insurance Planning
FINC13001 Estate Planning
FINC19020 Financial Plan Construction

Available units
Students must complete 1 from the following units:
FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance

Hospitality Management Major

Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

The Hospitality Management Major has been designed with a cross-disciplinary approach to give you the diverse skills needed in the fast-paced hospitality industry.

However, due to overlapping content and course structure, you won’t be able to combine the Hospitality Management Major with any of the following Majors:

Marketing
Accounting
Financial Planning
Property
If you’re keen to pair Hospitality Management with a Marketing Minor, there are a couple of important things to note. Two units — MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour and MRKT19036 Marketing of Service Products — are common to both areas and can’t be counted twice.

To avoid duplication, you’ll need to replace those units with the following:

MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
This adjustment keeps your study plan on track while still letting you explore both hospitality and marketing.

If you’re unsure how this affects your course structure, reach out to the Course Management Team for help planning your units.

If you’re keen to pair Hospitality Management with a HRM Major, there are a couple of important things to note. One unit — HRMT19016 — is common to both areas and can’t be counted twice.

To avoid duplication, you’ll need to replace this unit with one of the following units:

MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
This adjustment keeps your study plan on track while still letting you explore both Hospitality and HRM.

If you’re unsure how this affects your course structure, reach out to the Course Management Team for help planning your units.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
HOSP11001 Hospitality Management Fundamentals
MRKT19030 Marketing Communications
MRKT19036 Marketing of Service Products
MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour
TOUR12003 Developing Sustainable Tourism Enterprises
MRKT19038 Marketing Research and Analytics
HRMT19016 Contemporary HRM Issues
TOUR13004 Innovation in Tourism Using Design Thinking

Available units
Students must complete 2 from the following units:
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning

Human Resource Management Major

Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

If you are studying both the Human Resource Management and Management major, there is a common unit HRMT11010 Organisational Behaviour.

This unit will have to be replaced with one unit from the Liberal Studies Minor. Please discuss this with the Course Management Team. 

If you’re keen to pair Hospitality Management with a HRM Major, there are a couple of important things to note. One unit — HRMT19016 — is common to both areas and can’t be counted twice.

To avoid duplication, you’ll need to replace this unit with one of the following units:

MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
This adjustment keeps your study plan on track while still letting you explore both hospitality and HRM.

If you’re unsure how this affects your course structure, reach out to the Course Management Team for help planning your units.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
HRMT11010 Organisational Behaviour
HRMT19012 Performance Management
HRMT19013 Human Resource Training and Development
HRMT19014 Human Resources Planning, Recruitment & Selection
HRMT19021 Principles of Employment Relations
HRMT19016 Contemporary HRM Issues
HRMT19020 Perspectives on Organisational Change
HRMT19023 Conflict and Negotiation
Available units
Students must complete 1 from the following units:
MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

If you're considering studying both the Management and Financial Planning Majors, you’ll find one shared unit: FINC19011 Business Finance. Since you can’t count the same unit twice, you’ll need to replace it in your Financial Planning Major with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance.

Similarly, if you want to study both the Management and Property Majors, FINC19011 Business Finance appears in both majors. In this case, you’ll need to replace it in your Property Major with BLAR13040 Building Life Cycle Management.

If you’re planning a double major, it's a great idea to talk to the Course Management Team early to make sure your study plan is mapped out correctly.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
HRMT11010 Organisational Behaviour
COIS12073 Enterprise Systems
FINC19011 Business Finance
MGMT19105 Quality Management
MGMT19126 Operations Management
ACCT19083 Corporate Governance & Ethics
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
MGMT19128 Strategy and Change
Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

In the Marketing Major, you’ll meet all the necessary prerequisites as long as you complete MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals as part of your major.

However, if you're studying the CL86 Bachelor of Business, you’ll notice that MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals is also a first-year core unit. To avoid repeating the same content, you’ll need to replace MRKT11029 in your Marketing Major with MRKT11028 Digital Marketing instead.

📢 Important: You cannot combine the Marketing Major with the Hospitality Management Major due to overlapping unit requirements.
If you have any questions about planning your majors, reach out to the Course Management Team — they’re here to help you make sure your course runs smoothly!

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MRKT11028 Digital Marketing and AI
MRKT19030 Marketing Communications
MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour
MRKT19036 Marketing of Service Products
MRKT13014 New Product Development and Branding
MRKT19037 International Marketing
MRKT19038 Marketing Research and Analytics
MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning

Students studying the Bachelor of Business should replace MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals (a core first year unit) with MRKT11028 Digital Media in the Marketing Major.

Available units
Students must complete 1 from the following units:
MRKT11028 Digital Marketing and AI

Multi-Disciplinary Major

Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

The Multidisciplinary Major is a special option designed just for students who are entering the Bachelor of Business with Advanced Standing or Credit Transfer from an AQF Level 6 qualification (or higher) — or an equivalent qualification.

If you’re thinking about choosing this major, here’s what you need to know:

You’ll need to submit a credit application first.
Once your credit is approved, you can request to enrol in the Multidisciplinary Major.
Final approval is required from the Head of Course.

💡 Tip: It's best to speak with the Course Management Team early in your journey. They can help you understand your eligibility and guide you through the steps.

Number of units: 8 Total credit points: 48

For those students wishing to study both the Management and Property Majors, there is a common unit FINC19011 Business Finance. This unit must be replaced with BLAR13040 Building Life Cycle Management in the Property Major.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
PROP11001 Property Valuation
BLAR11050 Residential Construction
FINC19011 Business Finance
ECON19036 Property Economics
FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance
PROP12002 Property Rights and Law
PROP13001 Property Development
PROP13002 Property Management

Available units
Students must complete 1 from the following units:
BLAR13040 Building Life Cycle Maintenance

Liberal Studies Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

The Liberal Studies Minor gives you the flexibility to tailor your studies to match your personal interests or career goals — especially if they’re not already covered by the existing majors and minors.

When putting together your Liberal Studies Minor, keep the following in mind:

1. You can’t exceed 12 Level 1 units across your entire Bachelor of Business degree.
2. Make sure you’ve met any prerequisites for the units you select.

✈️ CQUGlobal Learning Abroad Option
With the Liberal Studies Minor, you also have the opportunity to take your studies overseas through the CQUGlobal Learning Abroad program. You can apply in either your second or third year, but it's important to start planning early:

For Semester Exchange programs, apply 6–8 months before departure.
For Short-Term programs, apply 3–6 months ahead.
If you go down this path, you’ll need to enrol in the following units to have your experience recognised for credit:

BUSN12001
BUSN12002
FAHE13002
Check the 'More Details' section or email cquglobal-out@cqu.edu.au for more information about programs, funding, eligibility, and how to apply.

Available units
Students must complete 4 from the following units:
ACCT11081 Introductory Financial Accounting
ACCT19060 Management Accounting
ACCT19061 Advanced Financial Accounting
ACCT19062 Intermediate Financial Accounting
LAWS19032 Company & Association Law
LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A
ACCT13017 Financial Statement Analysis
ACCT13018 Advanced Management Accounting
FINC11001 Fundamentals of Personal Financial Planning
FINC19011 Business Finance
FINC19012 Investment Analysis and Risk Management
FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance
FINC19016 Retirement and Superannuation
FINC19019 Insurance Planning
FINC13001 Estate Planning
FINC19020 Financial Plan Construction
HRMT11010 Organisational Behaviour
HRMT19012 Performance Management
HRMT19013 Human Resource Training and Development
HRMT19014 Human Resources Planning, Recruitment & Selection
HRMT19016 Contemporary HRM Issues
HRMT19021 Principles of Employment Relations
HRMT19020 Perspectives on Organisational Change
HRMT19023 Conflict and Negotiation
COIS12073 Enterprise Systems
MGMT19105 Quality Management
MGMT19126 Operations Management
MGMT19128 Strategy and Change
ACCT19083 Corporate Governance & Ethics
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
HRMT11010 Organisational Behaviour
MRKT11028 Digital Marketing and AI
MRKT19030 Marketing Communications
MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour
MRKT19036 Marketing of Service Products
MRKT19037 International Marketing
MRKT19038 Marketing Research and Analytics
MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning
MRKT13014 New Product Development and Branding
BLAR11050 Residential Construction
BLAR13040 Building Life Cycle Maintenance
PROP11001 Property Valuation
ECON19036 Property Economics
PROP12002 Property Rights and Law
PROP13001 Property Development
PROP13002 Property Management
TOUR12003 Developing Sustainable Tourism Enterprises
TOUR13004 Innovation in Tourism Using Design Thinking
BUSN12002 Professional Business Practice and Experience
FAHE13002 Special Project

Management Postgraduate Pathway Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

If you're studying in a related (cognate) area and doing well academically, the Management Postgraduate Pathway Minor is a great way to get a head start on postgraduate study.

To be eligible for this Minor, you’ll need to:

1. Be enrolled in a cognate discipline, and
2. Achieve a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 5.5 or higher by the end of your second year in the Bachelor of Business.

📌 Thinking about choosing this pathway? Be sure to connect with the Course Management Team early on — they’ll help you understand the eligibility criteria and guide you through the selection process.

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
BUSN20017 Effective Business Communications
HRMT20024 Managing Human Resources
MGMT20144 Management and Business Context
ACCT20077 Accounting for Management Decision Making
Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

⚠️ Studying both the Hospitality Management Major and Marketing Minor?
There are two overlapping units:

MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour, and
MRKT19030 Marketing Communication

To avoid duplication, you must replace them with:

MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning, and
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals
MRKT19030 Marketing Communications
MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour
MRKT13014 New Product Development and Branding

Available units
Students must complete 1 from the following units:
MRKT11028 Digital Marketing and AI

If you're planning to study both the Hospitality Management Major and the Marketing Minor, be aware that there are two overlapping units:

MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour
MRKT19030 Marketing Communication
To avoid repetition, you’ll need to replace these units with the following:

MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups

If you need guidance or help with planning your units, the Course Management Team is here to support you every step of the way!

Available units
Students must complete 2 from the following units:
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning

Professional Accounting Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

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.

If you're studying the Accounting Major and aiming for a career as a professional accountant, you should consider adding the Professional Accounting Minor to your studies.

Here’s why:

The Professional Accounting Minor includes additional units that are accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
By completing the Core units, Accounting Major, and Professional Accounting Minor, you’ll meet the requirements to apply for membership with either of these professional associations.
Important note:
The Accounting Major and Professional Accounting Minor must be studied together — you can't complete the Minor independently of the Major.

If you have any questions or need advice on how to plan this, the Course Management Team is always here to help!

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
ACCT19064 Auditing & Professional Practice
ACCT19066 Accounting Systems and Assurance
ACCT19083 Corporate Governance & Ethics
FINC19011 Business Finance

Startups and Entrepreneurship Minor

Number of units: 4 Total credit points: 24

Please review the unit pre-requisites carefully to ensure you meet the requirements for this minor. All pre-requisites must be met. This minor is only available online. 

Available units
Students must complete the following compulsory units:
LAWS12068 Innovation and Intellectual Property Law
LAWS13019 Legal Automation
MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups
MRKT13014 New Product Development and Branding
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Computing Requirements

As a student, it is necessary to have access to a computer or equivalent device in order to complete your coursework. You should have a good understanding of technology and the ability to navigate the online environment, which may involve completing online assessments, participating in online forums, and responding to emails. There may be instances where you need to use a computer or equivalent device for in-class tasks or assessments. It is important that you have dependable access to the internet and a computer or equivalent device capable of video conferencing for online classes. Make sure to review your unit profiles to learn about any specific technology requirements for your coursework.