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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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
4 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
72.55 / 122013 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on campus through UAC or QTAC
For more information, click hereAll other domestic students apply direct to UNE
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BBus/BEc | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| 2012 ATAR | 72.55 | |||||||||||||||
| 2012 OP | 12 | |||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 192 | |||||||||||||||
| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on campus through UAC or QTAC For more information, click here
All other domestic students apply direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Mandatory intensive schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is two units in English plus Mathematics. |
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| Practical, Clinical or Work Experience | Students may complete the Work Ready unit as an elective unit. |
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| Advanced Standing | Students may apply for advanced standing towards the degree on the basis of previous tertiary study. |
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| Fast Track | Trimester 3 provides an opportunity for students to fast-track their academic progression or to catch up on units required to complete the degree. |
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| Scholarships | The University offers a number of faculty/college and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Academic Colours |
Peacock Blue (BCC 120) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) four years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 192 credit points with not 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:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 84 cps |
| Approved Majors Complete ONE Major from the Bachelor of Business component and Complete ONE Major from the Bachelor of Economics component |
72 cps |
| Elective Units | 36 cps |
| Total | 192 cps |
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Approved Majors
Bachelor of Business component:
Agribusiness
Applied Finance
Decision Support Tools for Business
Financial Management
Human Resource Management
International Business
Management
Marketing
Professional Accounting
Sustainability
Bachelor of Economics component:
Applied Econometrics
Economics
Economic Development
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 Applied Econometrics
International Business OR Economic Development
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements including one Business major and one Economics major shall be awarded the Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics.
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Business on completion of 48 credit points, of which at least 36 credit points must be from the School of Business, Economics and Public Policy.
Candidates who discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to transfer from the Combined Degree Program to either the Bachelor of Business or Bachelor of Economics.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.
| Course Aims | The course aims are currently unavailable. |
| Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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| Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a Discipline
BBus: Students will learn about the management and law disciplines, and practise responding to real case situations.
BEc: Demonstrate extended command of advanced knowledge in the discipline areas of microeconomics, macroeconomics, economic history, business statistics and mathematics and their practical policy application.
Communication Skills
BBus: Students are required to demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, using diverse written, verbal and visual methods as appropriate; read, critique and judge the value and contribution of written work; and present well-reasoned arguments and illustrate when necessary with relevant examples.
BEc: Demonstrate the ability to employ a range of presentation and delivery styles, including diagrammatic forms and correct terminology, to communicate effectively and appropriately with professionals, peers, clients and other members of the public.
Global Perspectives
BBus: Students are expected to demonstrate an understanding of the challenges of operating in a global economy; describe the opportunities and threats for managers and lawyers operating in a global context.
BEc: Demonstrate an awareness of the global context and international application of the economic discipline.
Information Literacy
BBus: Students are required to recognise the contribution of the work of others to their own work; reference the use of others' work accurately ; and access and use a number of diverse literature resources.
BEc: Demonstrate competence in the use of a range of technologies to find, organise and analyse information effectively and efficiently, with particular competence in the use, interpretation and construction of economic and quantitative data to communicate and manage its application, with an emphasis on policy application.
Life-Long Learning
BBus: The unit outcomes comprising the course are relevant both professionally and personally on an ongoing basis.
BEc: Engage in self-directed learning in the workforce or further study through strategies for lifelong professional development and learning, both independently and cooperatively, to enable them to respond appropriately to complex, unfamiliar and unexpected challenges.
Problem Solving
BBus: Students are required to demonstrate decision-making skills in the analysis of work-based scenarios and organisational problems; and demonstrate an understanding of the changing context for managers and lawyers in the 21st century.
BEc: Apply logical and critical thinking to identify and solve problems, particularly through the appropriate application of discipline knowledge to real-world situations.
Social Responsibility
BBus: Students are required to demonstrate an understanding and application of characteristics of professional conduct, integrity and ethics for managers and lawyers; and demonstrate an understanding of and the application of social responsibility actions in strategic decision-making.
BEc: Demonstrate the ability to acknowledge and respect other viewpoints, to behave ethically and how to appreciate and value the environment and sustainability throughout their learning process. Graduates will be able to demonstrate respect for, and correct acknowledgement of, ideas and knowledge of others.
Team Work
BBus: This course requires students to demonstrate the ability to work in teams in class or in online groups.
BEc: Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary group to achieve common goals and to solve problems, to contribute specialist knowledge as required and to take responsibility and initiative to contribute to group performance.
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