Bachelor of Commerce

Graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce will have:

1. Theoretical and specialist technical knowledge in areas such as financial markets, investments, taxation, risk management.
2. The ability to integrate and apply knowledge from related business disciplines including accounting, finance and economics.
3. A sound understanding of ethical principles, standards and practices in the provision of professional financial advice.

Unleash your potential in the dynamic world of Accounting, Finance and Economics.

Whether you aspire to become a financial analyst, business consultant, or entrepreneur, a Bachelor of Commerce degree empowers you to excel in a wide range of professional environments and make a meaningful impact on the world of business. You'll work closely with industry experts and get hands-on experience in commerce, cultivating a mindset focused on innovation, adaptability, and tackling practical challenges.

Our five-star ratings for overall experience, teaching quality, skills development, and learning resources in Accounting, Business and Management (Good Universities Guide 2024) mean that you'll receive a world-class education designed to equip you with the expertise and practical skills employers are seeking.

We're also 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).

Majors

Choose from a range of majors to align your education with your career goals:

• 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 Commerce

• Gain the essential skills to thrive in the fields of Accounting, Economics, Finance, Financial Planning and Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance, covering core concepts like accounting principles, economic theories, business statistics, and management strategies to lay the foundation for a successful career.
• Our degrees are developed in partnership with industry professionals, ensuring you're equipped with the latest insights and practical knowledge required in today's competitive job market.
• From first year onwards you'll be given practical skills to increase your employability, and you'll be working amongst a tight-knit cohort of fellow students. You'll have the opportunity to take part in extracurricular programs such as BusinessPLUS, which provides access to industry mentoring, professional development events, work experience opportunities, and a range of enriching activities such as leadership programs, networking, and competitions to support your personal and professional growth.
• 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.

Honours

The Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours) (1676) offers the opportunity for you to complete an additional year of study to further distinguish yourself. This year will provide greater levels of critical analysis skills and autonomy, which are key employability skills for the workplace. You can enrol in the Honours program from the start, or transfer into it if you meet the criteria.

Recommended study pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Language and Communication for Business and Commerce
• Personal Finance
• Sustainable Economics
• Case Studies in Business Decision Making.

Plus there’s a selection of majors and electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

For the award of Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), you must successfully

Complete 240 credit points comprising:

• 100 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 100 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 $52,200

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: Certificate IV.

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 TOEFL
• OR 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.

Applicants should refer to the following University procedure for further information:

• Admission Procedure

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

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.