Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours)

Graduates of the Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours) will have:

1. Theoretical and specialist technical knowledge in areas such as personal and corporate finance, sustainable development, financial markets and behaviour, investment analysis, sustainability and carbon reporting, and taxation and their application to career pathways.
2. The ability to integrate and apply knowledge from related business disciplines including business law, company law, and management and a broader set of related disciplines including business intelligence and predictive analytics.
3. A sound understanding of ethical principles, standards, and inclusive and ethical practices in managing and analysing data and interacting with clients and other professionals.
4. Coherent and advanced knowledge of the underlying principles and concepts of research, including knowledge of research principles and methods, as well as the ability to critically identify, analyse, synthesise, and apply different sources of data to inform business decision making.

Gain a competitive edge with the Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours), designed for ambitious students who want to excel in the world of accounting, finance and economics. This degree grounds you in core commercial concepts then takes you further, building advanced analytical, technical and professional skills that employers demand.

We're part of the top 1% of universities worldwide who are accredited by both the International Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the European Foundation for Management Development Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). Griffith also holds five-star ratings for overall experience, teaching quality, skills development, and learning resources in accounting, business and management*.

Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours)

• Deepen your expertise through an honours research project that builds advanced analytical and investigative skills.
• Gain skills in accounting, economics, finance, business statistics and modelling to excel in modern commercial environments.
• Study your way with flexible options including fully online, on campus or hybrid learning.
• Build valuable networks through our connections with more than 150 industry partners and exclusive programs like BusinessPLUS.
• Expand your global outlook with access to more than 120 international exchange partners across 70+ countries.

Hands-on learning and advanced expertise

Learn from industry professionals and access practical insights that prepare you for real business challenges. In your honours year, you'll focus on a specialised area or industry of interest and undertake a research project guided by experts. This experience strengthens your ability to analyse data, evaluate evidence and present clear recommendations to stakeholders. With a strong focus on financial analytics and modelling, this degree will give you a competitive edge for roles in both the public and private sectors, where sound judgement and quantitative skills are essential.

*Good Universities Guide 2025

Majors

You can select from a variety of majors to tailor your education to your career aspirations:

Economics: Gain the skills to analyse real-world economic issues using both theory and data. You'll learn to evaluate policies and business decisions with tools like cost-benefit analysis, macroeconomic and microeconomic models, and econometric techniques. You'll be ready to apply these skills to global economic challenges, from open economy dynamics to empirical research projects.

Accounting: Learn how to analyse, interpret and report financial information for organisations across industries. You'll gain practical skills in managerial accounting, auditing, taxation, sustainability reporting and financial statement preparation, while learning to apply theory to real business decisions. You'll be equipped to support strategic planning, ensure compliance and provide insights that drive effective financial management.

Finance: Gain an understanding of how to analyse, manage and optimise investments in a global financial environment. You'll learn to evaluate derivatives, construct and manage investment portfolios, and assess global markets, while applying sustainable finance principles to make responsible financial decisions. Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in investment analysis, portfolio management, financial risk management and sustainable finance roles.

Financial Planning: Learn how to provide expert advice on personal finances, investments, superannuation and retirement planning. You'll develop practical skills in risk management, insurance, taxation and estate planning, preparing you to create tailored financial strategies for clients. You'll be ready for careers as a financial planner, wealth adviser or retirement and estate planning specialist.

Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance: Gain the skills to prevent, detect, and investigate financial crime across organisations and institutions. You'll gain expertise in forensic accounting, fraud and cybercrime, data analysis and visualisation, and environmental criminology to understand how crime occurs and how to stop it. You'll be prepared to work in financial crime investigation, compliance, fraud prevention or risk management within banks, government agencies and corporate organisations.

Award requirements

For the award of Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours) (BAdvComHons), you must successfully Complete 320 credit points comprising:

• 180 credit points for all Core Module, and
• 60 credit points for all Major Module, and
• 80 credit points for Flexible Module

You must also ensure that

• Selected courses must include at most 120 credit points at level 1.
• Selected courses must include at least 60 credit points at level 3 or higher.

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Indicative total fee $69,600

The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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VET Qualification: Diploma.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFLOR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. You can apply to Griffith to recognise your prior learning, including:

• Formal learning through courses completed at uni and TAFE.
• Informal learning through workplace experience or volunteer training.
• Non-formal learning through social experiences and hobbies.