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Course Overview
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 business discipline majors (subject to availability). You can then choose a second major or two minors from the business discipline providing you meet the pre-requisite requirements (subject to availability). 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.
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.
| Duration | 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time |
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| 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 |
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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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Domestic Availability
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International Availability
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| Rank Threshold | SR 60 | ATAR 60 |
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, 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.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- a secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- a completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Certificate IV qualification or Diploma level qualification, or
- a Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years full time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0.
These qualifications must be completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or the United States of America, to meet the English 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 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- a test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT - overall score of at least 75 with no score less than 17; or
- a Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - overall score of at least 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.
If you are an International student please visit the English requirements for international students page for further information.
Each student will be assessed individually.
International students:
Refer to International Entry Requirements
To help you organise your enrolment and plan your study, please refer to the range of course planners available on our website
Our course planners provide a general overview of the recommended unit enrolment, whether you’re studying full or part-time, for each of our upcoming intakes. If you need more specific information about a particular unit you'll be studying, you can access this information via the Unit Profile
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.Students must check the availability and location of a unit before enrolling, as not all units are offered every term at every location. Refer to the unit availability section in this handbook for details.
Awards and Accreditation
| Interim Awards | CL87 - Diploma of Business Studies CM57 - Undergraduate Certificate in Business Studies |
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| Exit Awards | CL87 - Diploma of Business Studies |
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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 |
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| 2025 | 663 |
| 2024 | 491 |
| 2023 | 458 |
| 2022 | 411 |
| 2021 | 185 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Examples are:
- Competently and ethically using prescribed Artificial Intelligence systems.
- 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.
- 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 verbal and written 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
- 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 verbal and written 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
- 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 verbal and written 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.
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| 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 | ||||||
- 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 verbal and written 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
- 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 verbal and written 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
- 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 verbal and written 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
- 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 verbal and written 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
- 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 verbal and written 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 | ||||||
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| 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 | ||||||
- Complete the core structure
- Complete 1 major
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
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The Bachelor of Business has eight compulsory core units. In addition, to the eight compulsory units, students must study one Major.
It is important to note that not all Majors are available for study at all CQU locations. It is important to check availability.
The Major can be in one of the following disciplines:
- Accounting - Major 8 units, 48 credits
- Financial Planning - Major 8 units, 48 credits
- Hospitality Management - Major 8 units, 48 credits
- Human Resource Management - Major 8 units, 48 credits
- Management - Major 8 units, 48 credits
- Marketing - Major 8 units, 48 credits
- Property - Major 8 units, 48 credits
Those students wishing to undertake a second Major can choose from the above list or two Minors from the list provided below.
It is important to note that not all Minors are available for all combinations of Majors and Minors.
It is important to note that not all Minors are available for study at all CQUniversity locations.
It is important to check availability.
- Human Resource Management - Minor 4 units, 24 credits
- Liberal Studies - Minor 4 units, 24 credits
- Marketing - Minor 4 units, 24 credits
- Professional Accounting - Minor 4 units, 24 credits (must be done in combination with the Accounting Major)
- Startups and Entrepreneurship - Minor 4 units, 24 credits
The Liberal Studies Minor provides students with the opportunity to complete a CQUGlobal Learning Abroad program as part of their course. Students can undertake a CQUGlobal program in either their second or third year; however, students will need to start planning well in advance. For Semester Exchange programs, applications close 6-8 months prior to departure and for Short-Term Programs, it is usually 3-6 months prior to departure. Please visit the CQUGlobal Portal, or email cquglobal-out@cqu.edu.au, for further information about the different programs, funding, eligibility requirements and the application process.
Rather than study two Minors from the above list, students who meet the Grade Point Average requirement (GPA 5.5) can choose to study one Minor above and the Masters level Minor below:
- Management Postgraduate Pathway - Minor 4 units, 24 credits
The Multidisciplinary Major is only available to students entering the course with Advanced Standing or Credit Transfer from an AQF 6 or above qualification (or equivalent). Approval from the Head of Course is required to select this Major. Credit applications must be submitted and approved before a request to select this major is considered. Please consult the Course Management Team initially for guidance.
The CL86 Bachelor of Business has eight compulsory core units. Seven of the compulsory units are studied in the first year of the course; the eighth compulsory core unit is studied in the fourth term of the course.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| BUSN11016 | Introduction to Study and Professional Practice | |
| ACCT11059 | Accounting, Learning and Online Communication | |
| MGMT11169 | Business Analytics | |
| ECON11026 | Principles of Economics | |
| LAWS11030 | Foundations of Business Law | |
| MGMT11109 | Introduction to Business | |
| MRKT11029 | Marketing Fundamentals | |
| BUSN13004 | Professional Practice and Experience | |
| 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.
The Accounting Major is available to students studying the Bachelor of Business. Students outside the Bachelor of Business who wish to study the Accounting Major must also study the pre-requisite units: ACCT11059 Accounting, Learning and Online Communication and LAWS11030 Foundations of Business Law.
For those students wishing to study both the Accounting and Financial Planning Majors, there is a common unit - LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A . This unit will have to be replaced with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance in the Financial Planning Major.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| ACCT11081 | Introductory Financial Accounting | |
| ACCT19060 | Management Accounting | |
| ACCT19062 | Intermediate Financial Accounting | |
| LAWS19032 | Company & Association Law | |
| ACCT13017 | Financial Statement Analysis | |
| ACCT13018 | Advanced Management Accounting | |
| ACCT19061 | Advanced Financial Accounting | |
| LAWS19033 | Taxation Law and Practice A | |
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The Financial Planning Major is available to students studying the Bachelor of Business. Students outside the Bachelor of Business who wish to study the Financial Planning Major must also study the pre-requisite units: ACCT11059 Accounting, Learning and Online Communication and LAWS11030 Foundations of Business Law.
For those students wishing to study both the Accounting and Financial Planning Majors, there is a common unit LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A . This unit will have to be replaced with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance in the Financial Planning Major.
The Financial Planning Major is only available online
| 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 | |
For those students wishing to study both the Accounting and Financial Planning Majors, there is a common unit LAWS19033 Taxation Law and Practice A . This unit will have to be replaced with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance in the Financial Planning Major.
For those students wishing to study both the Management and Financial Planning Majors, there is a common unit FINC19011 Business Finance. This unit will have to be replaced with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance in the Financial Planning Major.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete 1 from the following units: | ||
| FINC19014 | Property Investment and Finance | |
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The Hospitality Management Major incorporates a number of cross-disciplinary units to meet the needs of the hospitality sector.
The Hospitality Management Major and Marketing Major cannot be undertaken together.
For those students wishing to study both the Hospitality Management Major and Marketing Minor, there are two common units MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour and MRKT19036 Marketing of Service Products. These units will need to be replaced with MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning and MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups.
| 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 | |
For those students wishing to study both the Hospitality Management Major and Marketing Minor, there are two common units, MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour and MRKT19030 Marketing Communication. These unit will need to be replaced with MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning and MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete 2 from the following units: | ||
| MGMT13151 | Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups | |
| MRKT19040 | Strategic Marketing and Planning | |
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The Human Resource Management Major is available to students studying the Bachelor of Business and other courses throughout CQUniversity. All pre-requisites for the Human Resource Management Major can be met within the eight units of the Major.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| HRMT11011 | Human Resource Management | |
| HRMT19012 | Performance Management | |
| HRMT19013 | Human Resource Training and Development | |
| HRMT19014 | Talent Strategy & Acquisition | |
| HRMT19021 | Principles of Employment Relations | |
| HRMT19016 | Contemporary HRM Issues | |
| HRMT19020 | Perspectives on Organisational Change | |
| HRMT19023 | Conflict and Negotiation | |
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The Management Major is available to students studying the Bachelor of Business. All pre-requisites for the Management Major can be met within the eight units of the Major. Students wishing to study the Management Major outside of the Bachelor of Business should substitute HRMT11010 Organisational Behaviour with ECON11026 Principles of Economics.
For students wishing to study both the Management and Financial Planning Majors, there is a common unit FINC19011 Business Finance. This unit will have to be replaced with FINC19014 Property Investment and Finance in the Financial Planning Major.
For students wishing to study both the Management and Property Majors, there is a common unit FINC19011 Business Finance. This unit will have to be replaced with BLAR13040 Building Life Cycle Management in the Property Major.
| 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 |
|---|
The Marketing Major is available to students studying the CL86 Bachelor of Business and other courses throughout CQUniversity. All pre-requisites for the Marketing Major can be met when MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals is studied in the Major. Students who are not studying the CL86 Bachelor of Business should complete the compulsory units listed in the Marketing Major.
Students studying the CL86 Bachelor of Business should replace MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals (a core first year unit) with MRKT11028 Digital Marketing in the Marketing Major.
The Marketing Major and Hospitality Management Major cannot be undertaken together.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| MRKT11029 | Marketing Fundamentals | |
| MRKT19030 | Marketing Communications | |
| MRKT19031 | Consumer Behaviour | |
| MRKT19036 | Marketing of Service Products | |
| MRKT13014 | Marketing Innovation and New Product Development | |
| 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 | |
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
The Multidisciplinary Major is only available to students entering the course with Advanced Standing or Credit Transfer from an AQF 6 or above qualification (or equivalent). Approval from the Head of Course is required to select this Major. Credit applications must be submitted and approved before a request to select this major is considered. Please consult the Course Management Team initially for guidance.
| Number of units: 8 | Total credit points: 48 |
|---|
CL86 – Bachelor of Business (Property) is accredited with the Australian Property Institute for Certified Property Practitioner.
The Property Major is available to students studying the Bachelor of Business. Students outside the Bachelor of Business who wish to study the Property Major must also study the pre-requisite units: ACCT11059 Accounting, Learning and Online Communication and LAWS11030 Foundations of Business Law.
For those students wishing to study both the Management and Property Majors, there is a common unit FINC19011 Business Finance. This unit will have to 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 | |
For those students wishing to study both the Management and Property Majors, there is a common unit FINC19011 Business Finance. This unit will have to be replaced with BLAR13040 Building Life Cycle Management in the Property Major.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete 1 from the following units: | ||
| BLAR13040 | Building Life Cycle Maintenance | |
| Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
|---|
The Human Resource Management Minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Business and other courses throughout CQUniversity. All pre-requisites for the Human Resource Management Minor can be met within the four units of the Minor.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete the following compulsory units: | ||
| HRMT11011 | Human Resource Management | |
| HRMT19014 | Talent Strategy & Acquisition | |
| HRMT19020 | Perspectives on Organisational Change | |
| HRMT19023 | Conflict and Negotiation | |
| Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
|---|
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. When choosing units for this Liberal Studies Minor the number of level 1 units within the Bachelor of Business must not exceed 12 units and all pre-requisites must be met. In addition, students should ensure the Minor consists of at least one level 1 unit, one level 2 unit, and one level 3 unit.
The Liberal Studies Minor also provides students with the opportunity to complete a CQUGlobal Learning Abroad program as part of their course. You can undertake a CQUGlobal program in either the second or third year, however, you will need to start planning well in advance. Further information can be found in the 'More Details' section. Students choosing this option will need to enrol in BUSN12001, BUSN12002, and FAHE13002 for credit recognition or to participate in additional short-term programs.
| Number of units: 4 | Total credit points: 24 |
|---|
The Management Postgraduate Pathway can be undertaken by students studying a cognate discipline. Students wishing to study the Management Postgraduate Pathway must meet the Grade Point Average requirement at the end of the second year of study of the Bachelor of Business. If you are wishing to select this Minor, please consult the Course Management Team initially for guidance.
| 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 |
|---|
The Marketing Minor is available to students studying the Bachelor of Business and other courses throughout CQUniversity. All pre-requisites for the Marketing Minor can be met within the four units of the Minor. Students who are not studying the Bachelor of Business should complete the compulsory units listed in the Marketing Minor. Students studying the Bachelor of Business should replace MRKT11029 Marketing Fundamentals (a core first year unit) with MRKT11028 Digital Media in the Marketing Minor.
For those students wishing to study both the Hospitality Management Major and Marketing Minor, there are two common units, MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour and MRKT19030 Marketing Communication. These unit will need to be replaced 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 | Marketing Innovation and New Product Development | |
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 | |
For those students wishing to study both the Hospitality Management Major and Marketing Minor, there are two common units, MRKT19031 Consumer Behaviour and MRKT19030 Marketing Communication. These unit will need to be replaced with MRKT19040 Strategic Marketing and Planning and MGMT13151 Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups.
| Available units | ||
|---|---|---|
| Students must complete 2 from the following units: | ||
| MGMT13151 | Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Start-ups | |
| MRKT19040 | Strategic Marketing and Planning | |
| 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.
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.
| 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 | |
| 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 | Marketing Innovation and New Product Development | |
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.