Bachelor of Business with a Major in Business Administration
UndergraduateSWI-BBA-DEG2026
Steer organisations through today’s evolving business landscape
Become a confident business leader. You’ll cover core business units and specialist topics including organisational behaviour and workplace relations. With skills in strategic planning and project management, you’re set for business success.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- 3 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 24
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
- CSP available
- Yes
Bachelor of Business with a Major in Business Administration
About this degree
During this Course, students will learn:
- Leadership and Management Master how to lead teams and manage organisational success by applying real-world leadership concepts.
- Organisational Behaviour Understand the psychology behind team motivation, culture building, and creating impactful, sustainable change.
- Sustainable Innovation Learn how to spot emerging trends and implement strategies that drive innovation while ensuring long-term success.
- Data Management Harness the power of big data to make informed decisions and optimise organisational efficiency.
- Commercial Law Gain insights into Australian contract law, crucial for managing business partnerships and legal compliance.
- Strategic Planning & Project Management Develop the skills to lead projects and businesses to success in challenging environments, making the most of new opportunities.
On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:
- Lead businesses to success with management confidence.
- Gain hands-on experience through live consulting projects.
- Master strategic planning, innovation, and data-driven decisions.
- Accredited by AACSB, joining the top 5% of global business schools.
This course equips you with the expertise to lead and innovate in any business environment. Learn from professionals who will guide you through essential skills in analytics, workplace dynamics, project management, and strategic decision-making. Develop practical, in-demand skills that will set you apart from the competition, including consulting on real-world projects with live clients. This hands-on experience helps you build problem-solving, team collaboration, and leadership abilities that will fuel your career success.
The Bachelor of Business – Business Administration is AACSB-accredited, placing you in the top 5% of business schools globally. Alumni of AACSB accredited business schools are among the world’s most influential leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs impacting business, government, and non-profit sectors.
It’s time to make your mark on the business landscape.
Recommended study pattern
A total of 24 units are taken to complete the Bachelor of Business with a major in Business Administration, including seven business fundamental units, the choice of one of two core business practice units, eight Business Administration major units and eight elective units. You'll collaborate with your peers and solve real business problems, giving you the confidence to step into the workforce with practical experience.
Core Business Fundamental units
Learning and Communicating for Innovative Business Practice (COM10011)
Contemporary Management Principles (MGT10001)
Marketing and the Consumer Experience (MKT10009)
Financial Information for Decision-Making (ACC10007)
Economics for Business Decision-Making (ECO10005)
Business Digitalisation (INF10024)
Business Consulting Project (BUS30032)
Core Business Practice units
And a choice of one unit from:
Planning for Career Success (CAR10001)
Sustainable Business Practice (BUS30031)
Business Administration Major units
Managing Workplace Relations (HRM20017)
Big Data Management (INF20016)
Knowledge Management and Analytics (INF30015)
Law of Commerce (LAW20019)
Organisational Behaviour (MGT20007)
Strategic Planning (MGT30005)
Business for Sustainability, Social Change & Impact (BUS10014)
Project Management Essentials (PRM30001)
Recommended electives
Critical Thinking in Management (MGT10002)
Planning for Career Success (CAR10001)
Management Accounting for Planning and Control (ACC20007)
Business for Sustainability, Social Change and Impact (BUS10014)
Other Elective options can be viewed on the Swinburne Online website.
Award requirements
To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Business (Business Administration) students must complete 300 credit points comprising of:
- Eight [8] core units of study (100 credit points)
- Eight [8] units of study from the Business Administration discipline major (100 credit points)
- Eight [8] units of study (100 credit points) comprising of electives.
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Indicative first year fee
$17,399
Indicative total fee $52,197
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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Entry requirements
Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:
- A completed or partially completed tertiary qualification (e.g. relevant Certificate IVs, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree, incomplete or complete Bachelor’s degree); or
- 4+ years of relevant work experience; or
- Recent Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent completion, with the required English study score.
Credit for Prior Learning
If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.
Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.
This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.
Career opportunities
Potential career opportunities include:
Manager Oversee every aspect of your business - from finance, people, data, distribution, sales and growth - you'll be part of it all. You'll set goals, make change and enjoy working with people.
General Manager While managers are often associated with individual departments, as a general manager you'll be part of it all. You'll play in active role in creating growth and driving motivation across an entire business.
Business Analyst In this dynamic role, you'll use data analytics to assess processes, determine requirements and deliver data-driven recommendations and reports to key stakeholders.
Project Manager Take a leadership role not just in project planning, but delivering the exciting results. You'll be part of every process, from ideation to execution.
Team Leader Every day is different in this role; provide mentoring, set tasks, monitor progress and work on long term goals.
Entrepreneur With a solid understanding of business practices, you'll have the tools you need to set up your own business. Bring your fresh ideas to the market and put your knowledge into practice as you assess your growth and innovation.
Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Business with a major in Business Administration is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, and is a part of the five per cent of business schools worldwide accredited by AACSB.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
| Role | Earnings | Employment change |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Executives and Managing Directors | N/A^ | Up 10.8% |
| Corporate General Managers | N/A^ | N/A^ |
| General Managers | N/A^ | Up 59.7% |
| Management Consultants | N/A^ | N/A^ |
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