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Introduction to Business

Want to break into the corporate world, but don't have a strong study background? We can help you enrol in online business courses, even if you don’t have the right ATAR or study experience.

These study options are designed to ease you into university life, and cover essential topics like finance, marketing, leadership and technology. You’ll earn the industry skills you need to explore entry-level jobs or enrol in a higher business degree.

All courses are delivered 100% online by universities from across Australia. This means that while you’ll gain entry through us, you will study directly with the university of your choice.

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Online business subjects and short courses

Curtin University
Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Start dates
Starts 1 Sep 2025
University of South Australia

Organisational Entrepreneurship

UndergraduateUSA-BUSS3108

Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Start dates
Starts 22 Sep 2025
University of South Australia
Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
University of Tasmania

Applied Business Foundations

UndergraduateTAS-ZAA131

Study method
100% online
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Start dates
Starts 21 Jul 2025
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Online business degrees

Griffith University

Bachelor of Business

UndergraduateGRF-BUS-DEG

Get the professional skills employers are looking for

Study method
100% online
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.

Available majors

  • Marketing
  • Human Resource Management
  • Management
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Sport Management
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • International Business
  • Political Science and International Relations
  • Contemporary Marketing
University of South Australia

Undergraduate Certificate in Business

UndergraduateUSA-BUS-CTF

An introduction to the fundamentals of business—for any industry

Study method
100% online
Duration
6 months full time or part time equivalent
University of Tasmania

Business Open Degree Pathway

UndergraduateTAS-BUS-PTH

Climb the business ladder in more ways than one.

Study method
100% online
Duration
1 year full time or part time equivalent
Entry requirements
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Swinburne University of Technology

Undergraduate Certificate of Business

UndergraduateSWI-BUS-CTF

Start here for a career in business

Study method
100% online
Duration
6 months full time or part time equivalent
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Business study FAQs

What will I learn in a business course?

These online business courses will give you the skills you need to thrive in a busy office environment. You’ll have the opportunity to build your knowledge in:

  • Strategic thinking and problem solving

  • Leadership and communication

  • Digital technology

  • Accounting and finance fundamentals

  • Marketing fundamentals

  • Project management

Once you’ve completed your studies, you’ll know how businesses operate and where you can contribute your strengths. You’ll also understand how to effectively lead teams, supervise projects and manage relationships.

With well-rounded skills like these, you’ll be free to establish yourself in any industry.

How do I know which business course is right for me?

If you’re not sure where to start, we recommend taking our 2-minute quiz. After you answer a few quick questions about your goals, interests and experience, we’ll share a list of the most relevant course options.

Why should I study business online?

Learn from the best: This is your chance to access some of Australia’s best university business schools from the comfort of your own home. As an online student, you’ll meet emerging professionals from all over the country and make connections that could pay off in the real world. 

Enjoy flexibility and control: We’ll help you study with your university in a way that suits your lifestyle. If you want to keep working full-time while studying in your spare time, you’ll have the flexibility to do so. And if you don’t meet the entry requirements for business elsewhere, we’ll help you get into a qualification through subjects that are open to everyone

Look to the future: These business courses can prepare you for roles in administration, office management or project management. You could even strike out on your own as an entrepreneur. With administrative and support jobs tipped to grow by 6.4% before 2026, it’s a good time to choose this path.

How do I know if I’m eligible to apply for a course?

Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we may be able to help you find a pathway into your course.

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How do I enrol?

Enrolling online is simple. Here’s how it works:

1. Find your course

2. Start your enrolment

  • When you’re ready, click ‘Start studying now’ on the course page.

  • Follow the prompts to begin your enrolment.

  • You’ll need to provide supporting documents, such as:

3. Wait for confirmation

Your chosen university will email you to confirm if your enrolment has been successful.

Note: Some courses have enquiries and applications handled directly by the university. If this applies, it will be clearly stated on the course listing page.

For more details, check our online self-service enrolment guide. And if you need help at any stage, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.

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