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)

The Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours) grounds you in core concepts then extends beyond the confines of Accounting, Economics, Finance, Financial Planning and/or Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance, providing you with a solid foundation in commerce and equipping you with strong analytical skills, enabling you to excel in a diverse range of professional environments.

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 (Good Universities Guide 2024).

Majors

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

• Applied Accounting
• Applied Economics
• Applied Finance

From 2026:

• Accounting (renamed)
• Economics (renamed)
• Finance (renamed)
• Financial Planning (new)
• Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance (new)

Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours)

• The Honours year of the Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours) allows you to delve into advanced concepts. Strengthen your grasp on research and analysis in an area or industry of interest and gain advanced knowledge to stand out in the workforce.
• Gain the skills to thrive in the fields of Accounting, Economics, Finance, Financial Planning and/or Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance, covering core concepts like accounting principles, economic theories, business statistics, and financial management strategies.
• With a focus on econometrics and modelling, among other offerings, you'll gain an advantage in the evolving landscape of the modern workforce.
• This degree can be pursued through fully online, on-campus, or hybrid learning options.
• Developed in partnership with industry professionals, you'll gain the latest insights and practical knowledge required to succeed in today's competitive job market. You'll work closely with experts and receive hands-on experience, cultivating a mindset focused on innovation, adaptability, and tackling practical challenges.
• Build a strong professional network through our connections with over 150 industry partners and exclusive programs like BusinessPLUS.
• Broaden your horizons with over 120 exchange partners across 70+ countries, offering you the opportunity to participate in international exchanges or study tours while completing your degree.

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.