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- 07 May 23
- 25 Jun 23
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Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.
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Core subjects
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Degree details
Bachelor of Business
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Acquire and apply discipline specific knowledge and skills related to business and organisations (Discipline Knowledge).
- Communicate information effectively in written and oral forms with a diverse range of stakeholders (Communication Skills).
- Apply critical and analytical skills to the identification and evaluation of complex business problems and draw logical conclusions (Critical Skills).
- Work both independently and collaboratively to achieve agreed team outcomes (Teamwork).
Bachelor of Economics
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Collect, analyse and interpret data combined with the application of a broad theoretical and practical knowledge of economics to make evidence-based decisions.
- Communicate economic reasoning, knowledge, ideas and empirical evidence in ways appropriate to the audience, purpose and context.
- Critically evaluate economic problems and assess policy issues, using a broad range of economic tools.
- Collaboratively interact with peers to reflect on ethical issues and the potential differential impacts of economic policies across local, national or international economies.
A double degree increases your career prospects and maximises your employability. A double degree can help you build a unique set of skills that will help you stand out in a competitive employment market. When you graduate from a double degree you will receive a separate degree certificate (also called a testamur) for each component program.
Higher education via OUA
Successful completion of any 4 OUA open access subjects of study at the equivalent AQF level, unless otherwise specified
Higher education
- Successful completion of 2 undergraduate subjects (2 x 12.5cp minimum) as part of a course at Associate Degree level or higher; OR
- Completed DUS (Diploma of University Studies) any pathway or equivalent; OR
- Completed UPP (University Preparation Program) or equivalent.
Secondary education
ATAR: 65 or higher
VET studies
Successful completion of certificate IV or higher
Work and Life
Domestic Applicants with work and life experience: If you have not successfully completed senior secondary, tertiary or TAFE/VET study, but have extensive or sustained work experience.
The University of Tasmania grants credit and recognition of prior learning that may include formal and/or informal prior learning. More information is available here. https://www.utas.edu.au/study/apply/admission-requirements/recognition-of-prior-learning
This is a shell course used for the administration of four-year Double Degree programs. Students will enrol in the shell course and complete the requirements of both constituent courses. Course content, rules and entry requirements are those for the constituent courses. Constituent courses include all those with 300 credit points, of which at least 100 credit points are electives.
Bachelor of Business
Get a real-world advantage with our Bachelor of Business. As the only university in the state, we’ve formed close connections with local industry.
In our Bachelor of Business you will:
- Get a hands-on experience with corporate internships (https://www.utas.edu.au/corporate-internship-program/student-information), guest lectures from local business leaders, and current case studies from businesses in Tasmania and around the world.
- Learn from the best with industry experts and teaching staff recognised as international leaders in their field.
- Gain a qualification recognised by all the major professional bodies in business and economics.
In our Bachelor of Business you can follow your passion, with the opportunity to build a degree from your choice of majors. You’ll also be able to cross-skill by undertaking electives or a second major from the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics or another area of the University.
Bachelor of Economics
With a Bachelor of Economics, you will develop a detailed understanding of how decisions are made by individuals, firms, and governments through analysis of micro and macro economic environments for business and the broader community.
Recommended Study Pattern
In a 4 year double degree you will complete a total of 400 credit points comprising 200 credit points from each program.
The requirements of each program, such as majors and core subjects, are specified below.
For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended:
Year 1. 8 subjects in first year including:
Bachelor of Business:
- TAS-BFA103 Accountability and Accounting
- TAS-BEA111 Introduction to Markets and the Economy
- TAS-BAA111 People and Organisations
- TAS-BEA140 Data Analysis for Business
Bachelor of Economics:
- TAS-BEA106 Introduction to Behavioural Economics
- TAS-BEA121 Economic Policy in Action
- 2 UTAS Electives
Year 2. 8 subjects in second year including:
Bachelor of Business:
- TAS-BAA215 Business and Corporate Law
- TAS-BMA250 Managerial Social Responsibility
- TAS-BAA211 Entrepreneurship
- TAS-BMA202 Business Strategy
Bachelor of Economics:
- TAS-BEA200 Public Policy and Welfare
- TAS-BEA220 Growth and Development
- TAS-BEA242 Introduction to Econometrics
- TAS-BEA206 Evaluating Alternatives
Year 3 & 4. 8 subjects in third and fourth year including:
Bachelor of Business:
Choose from the following major options:
- Accounting
- Finance
- Marketing
- Managing People and Organisations
Bachelor of Economics:
Choose from the following major options:
- Society and Environment
- Industry, Policy and Business Strategy
Award Requirements
Satisfactory completion of 32 subjects, as required in the schedule, within 4-9 years from commencement.
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Majors
Bachelor of Business Majors
Accounting
- Introductory (100) level subjects:
- TAS-BFA107 Financial Management
- TAS-BFA109 Applied Accounting Systems
- Intermediate (200) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA213 Data Analytics for Accounting
- TAS-BFA203 Financial Accounting and Reporting
- Advanced (300) level subjects:
- TAS-BFA303 Auditing and Assurance Services
- TAS-BFA312 Management Accountability and Accounting
- TAS-BFA391 Applied Taxation
- TAS-BFA392 Accounting Futures
Finance
- Introductory (100) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA112 Fundamentals of Financial Markets and Institutions
- TAS-BFA107 Financial Management
- Intermediate (200) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA286 Investment Analysis
- TAS-BFA204 Financial Planning
- Advanced (300) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA309 International Finance
- TAS-BEA321 Banking and Financial Institutions
- TAS-BEA343 Corporate Finance
- TAS-BEA380 Derivative Securities
Marketing
- Introductory (100) level subjects:
- TAS-BMA101 Introduction to Management
- TAS-BMA151 Principles of Marketing
- Intermediate (200) level subjects;
- TAS-BMA258 Services Marketing
- TAS-BMA262 Consumer Behaviour
- Advanced (300) level subjects:
- TAS-BMA329 Retail Marketing
- TAS-BMA331 Marketing Research
- TAS-BMA343 Digital and Social Media Marketing
- TAS-BMA351 Marketing Management
Managing People and Organisations
- Introductory (100) level subjects:
- TAS-BMA101 Introduction to Management
- TAS-BMA121 Foundations of Human Resource Management
- Intermediate (200) level subjects;
- TAS-BMA206 Management Communications
- TAS-BMA220 Human Resource Management in Action
- Advanced (300) level subjects:
- TAS-BMA314 Organisational Change and Development
- TAS-BMA328 Leadership in Organisations
- TAS-BMA341 Employment Relations
- TAS-BMA357 Freelancing and Small Business
Bachelor of Economics Majors
Society and Environment
- Introductory (100) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA102 Economics of Social Issues
- TAS-BEA103 Ecosystem Services
- Intermediate (200) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA203 Behavioural and Experimental Economics
- TAS-BEA207 Natural Resource Economics
- Advanced (300) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA311 Economics of Health and Wellbeing
- TAS-BEA313 Energy Economics and Policy
- TAS-BEA316 Economics of Place: Culture, Communities and Opportunities
- TAS-BEA317 Regional Development in a Global Context
Industry, Policy and Business Strategy
- Introductory (100) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA104 Game Theory for Business and Social Sciences
- TAS-BEA105 International Economics
- Intermediate (200) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA203 Behavioural and Experimental Economics
- TAS-BEA205 Economics of Business Strategy
- Advanced (300) level subjects:
- TAS-BEA310 Agriculture and Food Economics
- TAS-BEA313 Energy Economics and Policy
- TAS-BEA320 Monetary and Fiscal Policy
- TAS-BEA342 Forecasting for Economic Decision-Making
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