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Interested in business and psychology and a career that might include both? This double degree combines two dynamic and fascinating areas of study, developing a diverse skill set with accredited specialisations and career flexibility. In addition to completing studies in psychological science and human behaviour, students choose from either an accredited specialisation in Accounting or Financial Services or a major in Business and Data Analytics, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Tourism and Event Management, Aviation Management, Marketing or International Business.There are numerous opportunities to gain practical experience through internships and work placements, either locally or abroad. Career opportunities exist as business specialists with a profound understanding of psychological science, or in roles that require a thorough understanding of human psychology and how it relates to business such as organisational development, change management, marketing or entrepreneurship. The Bachelor of Psychological Science is the first step on a pathway to becoming a registered psychologist and graduates may also choose to further their studies in this direction with the knowledge they are well-equipped to run a business or manage a workplace.

Complete core subjects covering psychological science and add a business major like marketing. You’ll be equipped with a deep understanding of human behaviour that’s useful in careers spanning both psychology and business.

Bachelor of Psychological Science, Bachelor of Business and Enterprise

Innovation, entrepreneurship and digital communication are key qualities required by the leaders of tomorrow.The Bachelor of Business and Enterprise, Bachelor of Arts develops these qualities, combining business management skills with a focus on humanities and communication.You will build core capabilities to support business decision-making, with foundational knowledge in business law, economics and accounting with the opportunity to major in a range of subjects from both business and arts disciplines. You may also elect to specialise in accounting or financial services.This double degree is a pathway to multiple career options, from journalism to policy development, management to design, public relations to banking and beyond.

Prepare for an innovative future with a broad career outlook. An arts major like digital media or international relations unlocks roles beyond commerce. Enhance your business skills with creativity and critical thinking. Expand your mind and future.

Bachelor of Business and Enterprise, Bachelor of Arts

With Griffith Business School&#39;s Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations, you can multiply your career options. In as little as four years, you can graduate with two degrees and a unique skill set that will give you an edge in the employment market.By combining in-depth knowledge and insight into the workings of government with practical business skills, you will be prepared for a future local, state and national governments, non-government organisations and private sector organisations that sectors interact with government agencies. For example, you can blend majors in Logistics and Supply Chain Management with International Relations and work for an international aid organisation providing humanitarian relief to disaster zones.

Learn the workings of business and government for broad career options in private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. Focus your skills and knowledge with majors including international business, economics, public policy, and more.

Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations

Develop data analytics skills to solve critical societal &amp; business challenges.Data is reinventing businesses &amp; industries, creating unprecedented demand for professionals with business analytics skills. This program will shape you into a competent analytics professional, ready to solve real-world problems ethically &amp; responsibly.Learn how to apply modern analytics techniques; lead value-creating analytics projects; manage analytics offerings &amp; strategize to transform businesses with data &amp; artificial intelligence. You&#39;ll gain insights into best practices &amp; diverse perspectives on how to turn data into value for stakeholders.This fully online program has 3 starting points in the year and gives you the flexibility to work around other commitments.You can enrol if you have completed a related undergraduate program or have graduated from a program in other disciplines &amp; have at least 3 years of industry experience.If you come from a computing background, you may be interested in UQ&#39;s Master of Data Science. This program combines high-level analytical &amp; technical skills with industry-specific knowledge. It&#39;s one of the few programs in the world offering a cross-disciplinary education with direct industry contact &amp; practical experience.

Learn data science skills that will help you get ahead in business and marketing. Explore how to collect and analyse business data using different data mining techniques. You will be challenged to put your skills into practice in a capstone project.

Master of Business Analytics

Learn to use data to make informed business decisions. A Bachelor of Business majoring in Business Analytics will include building foundational programming skills for business analytics and developing knowledge on the business context and various applications of analytics in a range of business scenarios. Business analytics is an exciting and emerging discipline that combines technology-related skills with business acumen.The Business Analytics major aims to provide students with an understanding of the impact, potential and limitations of business analytics for businesses in today’s data-driven world. The major develops a range of skills and competencies that enhance existing skills common to business professionals and develop new skills that are now considered necessary for business professionals. Business Analytics is positioned at the intersection of business and Information, Communications and Technology (ICT). As such ICT-related skills will be developed and applied with a specific focus on application for businesses by business professionals, along with the development of other skills relevant to business analytics such as critical thinking, problem solving, communication and teamwork. The business analytics major is relevant for all business professionals due to the ubiquity and proliferation of data and the significant potential of the wealth of data to provide businesses with a competitive advantage.

Choose a business degree that empowers you with one of the most important skills in business today: data analytics. Graduate with skills that put you at the forefront for tech-driven roles. Learn how to make business decisions based on data.

Bachelor of Business (Business Analytics)

Find data-driven insights for your business and make agile decisions with the Graduate Certificate of Business Analytics from Victoria University.Practical, real-world driven and business focused, our course is a winner! With a combination of a hands-on approach, student support network, use of open source environments and cloud technology, you will have the opportunity to learn new skills, upgrade your current ones and build a solid foundation for career growth.In an era where information and data are central to business, our Graduate Certificate teaches skills you can apply every day to solve business problems, create new opportunities and run the market.You&#39;ll discover the principles of data science, data visualisation, machine learning and Artificial Intelligence (AI) by using open-source environments, R and Python, leveraging cloud platforms at AWS and Github, and extending our global partnership with SAP. More importantly, you&#39;ll learn how to turn these principles into business profit.Building on our strong connections with local businesses and international partners, our course gives you hands-on experience and a true feel of using data to solve real world problems. You will develop a portfolio of projects to present in your CV, based on a continuous review of recent job market demands. Plus, you will have plenty of opportunities to network with industry experts and learn from mentors, supported by our Postgraduate Data Analytics association.The Graduate Certificate of Business Analytics course covers:<ul><li>data wrangling and visualisation</li><li>predictive analytics and big data</li><li>artificial intelligence and machine learning for business</li><li>cloud technology and data mining.</li></ul>Study in convenient eight-week blocksFollowing the overwhelming success of the revolutionary VU Block Model with undergraduate students, we have rolled out the Block Model to our postgraduate courses.This course is delivered in eight-week mode, which means you study two units (subjects) at a time over eight weeks (or one unit at a time over eight weeks for part-time study), rather than juggling several units at once. And with its focused timetables and smaller, collaborative classes, VU’s Block Model gives you more time to connect with your peers, lecturers and industry partners, helping you to build strong professional networks.The VU Block Model has improved our student results and engagement, and has won multiple international awards for innovation and excellence. Benefit from industry partnerships with multibillion-dollar companiesWith VU’s Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics, you will learn how to apply up-to-date business and technology trends to real-world problems.Many of our lecturers work in the industry. We also have strong industry partnerships with businesses such as Linfox and SAP. These keep our course relevant, and give you valuable work experience.During your study, you’ll have the chance to learn from global and local organisations in SAP-related roles, and gain authentic experience in analytics, business intelligence and other ERP areas.Our current SAP project-partner organisations are multibillion-dollar companies:<ul><li>AusNet services owners and operators of the Victorian electricity transmission network</li><li>O-I Glass - the world&#39;s leading glass container manufacturer.</li></ul>

Solve real-world business problems and seize opportunities with confidence backed by data. You’ll study data visualisation, data wrangling, cloud tech and more. Build connections and valuable work experience through industry SAP-project partnerships.

Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics

Jump into the real world of big data, high-level analytics and business transformation with the Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytics from Charles Sturt. Study a course designed by and aligned with industry, so you can really make your mark.

Love how the nitty-gritty of numbers can paint a thousand words? Data analytics could be for you. Start learning how to use data tools for decision-making and storytelling in business. Get expert guidance from real data analysts.

Graduate Certificate in Business Data Analytics

Broaden your career opportunities with a postgraduate qualification in business analytics.If you want to master the basics, the Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is designed for graduates who haven&#39;t previously studied in this area.You will complete four courses and learn core concepts and techniques that will prepare you to work with business analytics or for further study.On completion, you can choose to progress to the Master of Business Analytics.

Take your business career in a new direction by embracing the power of analytics. Explore how you can use data insights tools, social platforms and artificial intelligence to gather valuable insights. Use this knowledge to enrol in further specialised study.

Torrens University&#39;s Master of Business Analytics teaches you to convert data into solutions. Gain practical knowledge in analytics and diversify your career with data-driven skills in key analytical areas such as artificial intelligence, data, optimisation, and visualisation and storytelling will be developed in this course.The unique course design also provides the ability to link into other study opportunities for further career development including a Master of Business Administration or Master of Business Information Systems.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it&#39;s all about flexibility.Course duration: 1.5 years full-time, part-time options available

Become an in-demand expert in data and insights. You’ll expand your analytical skills, explore new technologies, and build on communication techniques. Deliver tailored business solutions. Endorsed by the International Institute of Business Analysis.

The Bachelor of Business and Enterprise has a focus on developing innovation and impact in a complex and changing business world with inspired and multidisciplinary learning experiences. You’ll become equipped with the practical skills, tools and knowledge that are vital for the sustainability of society, business and industry.Build a portfolio of professional experiences through a range of real world interactions with employers, industry and the community.You can undertake the course with a professionally accredited specialisation in accounting or financial services. Alternatively, you can choose a major in either business and data analytics, entrepreneurship and innovation, tourism management or aviation management, combining this with an industry project or an internship or a shared major from disciplines across the University.Learn more about the specialisations and majors available in this degree.

Generate valuable insights to help businesses make better decisions. You’ll study statistical techniques for real-world problem solving. Build awesome dashboards to display your data. Produce market intelligence and feed into business forecasting.

Bachelor of Business and Enterprise (Business and Data Analytics)

Business Data Analysis

Data Analytics Concepts

Business Intelligence

Strategic Financial Analysis

Data Analysis for Business

Analytics for Decision Making

HR Analytics

Business Analytics and Artificial Intelligence

Agile Methods for Business Analysis

Disruption in Business

Please note: This subject has replaced AFE134 - Business Statistics.
This subject teaches the basic tools in statistics and computing. It examines areas such as business statistics, statistical inference, hypothesis testing with reference to business problems, construction of index numbers, correlation and forecasting based on regression analysis. It also provides hands-on experience in data analysis and interpretation using Microsoft Excel 2010. Assessment is based on graded online quizzes, a project using Microsoft Excel and a final examination.
This subject requires 10 hours per week time allocation for students to complete all required activities - reading the topic notes and the relevant chapters from the textbook, viewing the lecture recordings, completing homework problems, practising online quizzes and practising data analysis on Microsoft Excel. Please note: This subject has replaced AFE134 - Business Statistics.

Learn how to use statistics to tackle real business problems. Get hands-on experience with Microsoft Excel, and theoretical knowledge of probability and inference. Work with data, learning to summarise and present stats graphically and numerically. 

This unit aims to develop and enhance students&#39; conceptual and practical understanding of data analytics and artificial intelligence in the contemporary business context. Students will have an opportunity to immerse themselves in problem-solving activities requiring lateral and critical thinking by exploring structured and unstructured data, considering and applying the appropriate analytic and artificial intelligence techniques using a software programming environment for statistical computing (such as R) and visualisation tools and approaching organisational problems through data-driven decision-making processes. Further, students will learn fundamental concepts, key techniques and popular tools in artificial intelligence and how it is applied in business and industry.

Learn how to use AI to unlock data for business success. You’ll build on your programming knowledge as you explore statistical computing and visualisation tools. Use machine learning to problem solve and develop business solutions. 

This unit enables students to stand out as effective business analysts in agile software development and implementation teams. Students learn how to apply agile methods and problem-solving tools and techniques that assist in the analysis of complex, socio-technical problems which typify the nature of organisational information systems, and the work of business and information analysts. Drawing on real-world cases, the unit encompasses the technical, social and human dimensions of information systems problem solving. The value of uncovering multiple perspectives and multiple objectives, that are likely to exist in complex problem situations and which could impact agile information systems projects, is also analysed.

This subject provides an introduction to quantitative methods that can be used in industry. You will acquire advanced spreadsheet and database modelling skills. The subject will introduce static and dynamic models of supply chains and logistics systems. Specifically it will apply transport and transhipment models to optimise supply chains.
The subject will enhance your appreciation of logistics and the usefulness of mathematical and statistical models in solving logistics problems. You will learn to think systematically about the fundamental processes involved and to evaluate the performance of a supply chain as a system. You will also develop your critical thinking skills to the point where you are able to deliberate on contemporary issues in supply chain management.

Optimise logistics and distribution practices using state-of-the-art practices. 
Advance your spreadsheet and database modelling skills. Simulate real supply chain challenges. Wield mathematical and statistical models to work out logistics issues.

Supply Chain Analytics

This subject introduces the role of buyer behaviour and equips students with a comprehensive grounding in approaches to understanding consumer preferences, judgements, decision-making and buying behaviour. Specifically, it integrates concepts and theories developed in the social sciences such as cognitive psychology, sociology, economics, anthropology and demography to explain and help predict consumption behaviour in both individuals and organisations. Students will learn how to acquire and apply this knowledge to improve organisational strategy and success, in terms of developing marketing strategies, predicting buying behaviour and creating strategic initiative around protecting consumers in the marketplace.
Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
Find out more about the <a href="https://www.curtin.edu.au/students/essentials/rights/academic-integrity/aip/" target="_blank">Academic Integrity module</a>.

Discover the cogs at work behind buyer behaviour. Consider preferences, judgement and decision-making using social science. Combine elements of psychology, sociology, economics and more to explain why people buy, and predict when they’re about to. 

Buyer Behaviour and Analysis

This subject provides you with an advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of the economic, social and environmental factors that influence and constrain projects throughout a project life-cycle.

Economic, Social & Environmental Analysis

Gain highly sought-after analytical skills using marketing models and tools.  Study consumer markets, brand performance, product attributes and market behaviour. The course focuses on providing you with knowledge that can be applied across a wide range of marketing contexts and will be extremely useful in your future career no matter where you work.  You’ll learn how to present data in a meaningful way for stakeholders. Study how to appraise the performance of brands, determine which product features can be more profitable, as well as how sales can be forecasted for a new product.  UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. This is a second-year course from UniSA Online’s Marketing degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Marketing Analytics

Many industries are turning to predictive analytics to improve and transform their current practices. In this course, you will be exposed to cutting-edge theory that will help you to understand the logic of key predictive analytics techniques. Learn how to thoughtfully design a response to a classification problem. These types of problems are found everywhere – from determining probable traces of cancer in an automated scanning process to picking the best new recruits for a professional sports team.  By the end of this course, you’ll leave with the skills to perform data exploration, visualisation, and preliminary analysis using predictive modelling techniques on large data sets. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. This is a third-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Data Analytics degree. Please note: you are responsible for completing any relevant prerequisite courses before enrolling in this course.Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

Predictive Analytics

The use of data in management decision making is essential for organisations of all sizes to be able to uncover and respond to opportunities and threats. The fields of business intelligence and analytics (including data mining) have consistently been top investment priorities, and with the new capacities of self-serve, visualisations and cloud-based (web-based) technologies, organisations are becoming even more information rich. The course explores how professionals can use information systems and business intelligence to conduct an analysis of business operations and performance for enhanced decision making. Be introduced to concepts, processes and technologies in business intelligence and business analytics, and learn to use selected analytics, to interpret solutions for business-related problems and provide relevant business advice.  This is a great course for those who have not had experience with business intelligence, and who don’t come from a technical background.  UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree. This is a second-year course from UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Data Analytics degree. When studying this course as a &quot;single subject&quot;, prior knowledge from MATH 1075 or equivalent will support your success. Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

HR analytics is the process of collecting and analysing HR data to improve an organisation’s workforce. In this course, you’ll learn how HR data can be used to measure how HR initiatives are contributing to the organisation’s goals and strategies. Learn the basic concepts, processes and tools that are used to identify commonly encountered HR issues. Gain the skills to evaluate information using basic statistical analysis. You’ll also explore ethical issues and future trends associated with HR analytics. UniSA Online’s 10-week short courses give you the flexibility to upskill in a certain area, stay current with developments in your field, diversify your knowledge, or even explore a new direction in your career – without having to commit to the time and cost of a full university degree.  This is a third-year course from UniSA Online’s HR degree. When studying this course as a &quot;single subject&quot;, prior knowledge from INFS 2038, or equivalent will support your success.﻿Delivered 100% online, you’ll be able to study where and when it suits you. Access online academic and student support seven days a week, fit study around work and life commitments, view learning resources 24/7, and log in to the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device. Should your course have an exam it will be scheduled for Australian Central Standard Time or Australian Central Daylight Time, depending on the time of the year.

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