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The world is evolving, with a clear shift away from outdated business practices. Our Bachelor of Business is an alternative to more traditional business degrees, combining new skills, new values and new opportunities relevant for the new economy. It&#39;s a whole new way of thinking for a whole new generation of business professionals.The modern business practices of adaptivity, creativity, diversity and sustainable business are ingrained in this degree, so that you graduate with the skills needed for the rewarding career opportunities that the new economy brings.This degree offers you a choice of 9 majors and the opportunity to complete elective subjects.<ul><li>Human Resource Management</li><li>Management</li><li>Marketing</li><li>Innovation and Entrepreneurship</li><li>Sport Management</li><li>Logistics and Supply Chain Management</li><li>International Business</li><li>Political Science and International Relations</li><li>Contemporary Marketing</li></ul> This degree includes subjects from Griffith University and other universities through OUA.

Learn how organisations work and visualise where you fit in. Get familiar with financial documents, risk, and business comms. This business course gives you a 360-degree view of business strategy. Specialisations include marketing and management. 

Bachelor of Business

To be awarded a Bachelor of Business (Honours) degree, one additional year of study is required following the successful completion of the Bachelor of Business.In the Honours year, you will complete courses to develop your research skills and a 20,000-word dissertation. Your dissertation topic will be decided in consultation with academic staff members and will focus on a topic or theme related to the stream of study you choose.As a graduate, you will have a competitive edge, as you will be equipped with practical skills, experience and attributes that employers value, as well as highly developed research capabilities. Your skills will be valuable in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.Offered through the Griffith Business School, which is ranked in the top 200 worldwide by the prestigious Academic Rankings of World Universities, this degree can also provide a pathway to a Higher Degree Research (for example, PhD) and a career in academia.

Add business and commerce research to your graduate’s toolkit. In your Honours year, you’ll rise to the challenge of original research and dissertation writing. Your ability to plan, conduct and write up research will be highly valued by employers.

Bachelor of Business (Honours)

Forge your path to business leadership The Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours) equips you with a comprehensive understanding of the complex challenges modern organisations face, while offering the flexibility to specialise in the business discipline of your choice. This innovative degree helps you develop a unique skill set that will give you a competitive edge in the employment market. Gain the expertise to excel in both the public and private sectors, preparing you for leadership positions across a variety of industries. This degree is designed to allow students from all business disciplines to commence in the same foundation year and then pursue your chosen business major. So, whether you want to be an accountant, an advertising executive, an international business consultant or an entrepreneur; all you need to do is enrol and customise as you go. In your third and fourth year, you will choose a thesis which will further develop and demonstrate your proficiency and application in your chosen area. You can also apply to take an internship or study overseas as part of your thesis, helping you graduate with advanced skills that will ensure you stand out. Highlights of studying Advanced Business (Honours): <ul><li>Begin with a core foundation year where you&#39;ll study critical business disciplines such as marketing, financial analysis, international business, accounting, economics, management, and organisational psychology. </li><li>After your first year, you have the option to choose from over 20 majors to tailor the degree to your personal career aspirations. Specialise in fields such as accounting, advertising, international business, entrepreneurship, and more, or combine your business expertise with another field of study.</li><li>You will learn through a blend of academic coursework and first-hand work experience. Engage in organisational simulations and apply theoretical knowledge in practical business environments, ensuring that you&#39;re prepared for real-world challenges. </li><li>The first year of the program includes six discovery courses that simulate practical environments, allowing you to explore various business applications and refine your skills. This immersive experience will help you identify your strengths and passions, giving you the confidence to choose your future path. </li><li>Take advantage of transformational international opportunities such as overseas study, competitions, and internships. Gain global perspectives and broaden your professional network while earning academic credit for these experiences. </li><li>Engage in internships or study overseas as part of your thesis project in your third and fourth years. This hands-on learning will prepare you with advanced skills that will make you stand out in the competitive job market. </li><li>Pursue a Higher Degree Research pathway, such as a PhD, for those interested in a career in academia or research. </li><li>Griffith Business School, ranked in the top 200 worldwide, provides an environment that fosters innovation, leadership and a global mindset. Through personalised mentoring, access to a wide range of resources and strong industry connections, you&#39;ll be supported every step of the way. </li></ul>Majors Throughout this degree, you can choose one major (or double your career opportunities with two majors) from: <ul><li>Accounting (Extended) </li><li>Asian Business </li><li>Behavioural Science </li><li>Business Analytics </li><li>Economics </li><li>Employment Relations </li><li>Events </li><li>Finance </li><li>Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance </li><li>Financial Planning (Extended) </li><li>Human Resource Management </li><li>Innovation and Entrepreneurship </li><li>International Business </li><li>Logistics and Supply Chain Management </li><li>Management </li><li>Marketing </li><li>Political Science and International Relations </li><li>Real Estate and Property Development </li><li>Sport Management </li><li>Sustainable Business </li><li>Taxation </li><li>Tourism and Travel </li></ul>Add a Language major to your degree, so you can globalise your career options, from: <ul><li>Chinese </li><li>French*  </li><li>German*  </li><li>Indonesian*  </li><li>Italian </li><li>Japanese </li><li>Korean*  </li><li>Modern-Greek#  </li><li>Spanish </li></ul>You don&#39;t have to select your major until your second year, so you use the same degree code on your application no matter what major you would like to complete.

Complete your foundation year in business essentials, then choose your specialisation. Pursue your passion with over 20 business and language majors to choose from. Gain confidence, make contacts, and graduate work-ready with work integrated learning.

Bachelor of Advanced Business (Honours)

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Entrepreneurship for Social and Market Impact

Governments in many ways create the world within which business operates, for example through regulation, taxes, policies, specialized programs. This course explores the business-government nexus, giving students comprehensive and practical insights on ways in which governments and businesses influence, respond to and engage with one another. It includes exercises and engagement designed to give students a deeper understanding of the roles that various political and business actors play in real-life business and government settings.Students should not enrol in the subject if they have completed: 2004GIR The Government Business Nexus: Intervening, Lobbying and Responding

Explore the relationship between government and business.
Assess the political elements that impact business. Compare Australian government/business relations with those in other countries. Measure the shadow cast by the global financial crisis.

Government Business Nexus: Intervening, Lobbying and Responding

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