Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics
Why study the Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics at UNE?
This combined degree provides an academic foundation in the essentials of economic analysis and business, while allowing for further specialisation in particular areas of study.
Career Opportunities
Examples include accounting, small and large business management, marketing, financial management, government agencies, consulting, journalism, banking and finance, stockbroking, investment advising, foreign affairs.
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DURATION
4 Years Full-time8 Years Part-time
FEES
Commonwealth Supported PlaceOP
132008 STUDY OPTIONS
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| Official Abbreviation | BBus/BEc |
| Course Type | Undergraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
|
| 2007 UAI | 70 |
| 2007 OP | 13 |
| Fees | Commonwealth Supported Place |
| Total Credit Points | 192 |
| Benefits | Summer Semester provides an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete the degree. A selection of units is offered off-campus during the normal semester break from November to February, enabling students to study from home and to accelerate their progress towards graduation. |
| How to apply | New students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC. For more information, click here All other students apply directly to UNE using the undergraduate admission form. For more information, click here |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | Normal admission requirements apply. Assumed knowledge is two units in English plus Mathematics. when assessing eligibility for admission. |
| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | Students may complete the Work Ready unit as an elective unit. |
| Advanced Standing | Students may apply for advanced standing towards the degree on the basis of previous tertiary study. |
| Fast Track | Summer Semester is available (full-fees apply) |
| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
| Academic Colours |
peacock blue (BCC 120) |
| Further Information | 
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Credit Point Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 192 credit points with no more than 84 credit points at 100-level and at least 48 credit points at 300-level.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
Program of Study |
Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Core Units | 84cps |
| Majors ONE Major for the Bachelor of Business component and ONE Major for the Bachelor of Economics component |
72cps |
| Elective Units | 36 cps |
| Total | 192 cps |
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Approved Majors
Agribusiness
Business Economics
Decision Support Tools for Business
Financial Management
Human Resource Management
International Business
Management
Marketing
Professional Accounting
Bachelor of Economics component:
Economics
Econometrics
Economic History
Environmental Analysis and Policy
If units are taken that are common to both Majors then the candidate must complete additional units drawn from the Listed Units of either Major in order to complete the 36 credit points for the Major.
Restricted Majors – the following are restricted combinations of majors. Candidates can only include one of the majors in their program of study.
Bachelor of Business Majors Bachelor of Economics Majors
Decision Support Tools for Business OR Econometrics
Business Economics OR Economics
International Business OR Economic History
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma of commerce on completion of 48 credit points, or may transfer from the combined degree program to either the Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Economics.