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Learn from real business law case studies. Understand how business law is applied in the public and private sectors. Set the groundwork for a corporate or government career in business law.
Studying online means that you can give your current career a boost, while you fit your business law learning around what you’re already doing. Or, if you’re planning on a career change, online business law study could make all the difference.Explore business law courses
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CUR-BLW15100% online
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Starts 27 May 2024
Undergraduate
TAS-BAA215100% online
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Undergraduate
USA-LAWS1019100% online
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Starts 16 Sep 2024
Undergraduate
GRF-AFE215100% online
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Starts 15 Jul 2024
Online business law degrees
Undergraduate
CUR-BLW-CTFA foundation in business law that you can build on
The first step in studying business law at a university level—your career in commerce starts here! You’ll explore markets and legal frameworks, then dive into companies and contracts and law with a business focus. Work towards a career in business law.
100% online
6 months full time or part time equivalent
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Undergraduate
ECU-LAW-DEGLegal skills for the courtroom and beyond
A law degree with options. Elective streams including criminal law and social justice allow you to shape your career path towards a specialisation. Learn beyond the textbooks and gain real life skills through mooting competitions and mentoring programs.
Online & on-campus
4 years full time or part time equivalent
Postgraduate
BND-LEG-MASBolster your Board CV
As the only Master of Laws specialised for governance professionals, this course is one of a kind. Ideal for current directors and officers as well as those looking to move into these roles, you'll learn enterprise governance and the role of the board in a range of contexts.
Online & on-campus
Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
Undergraduate
SWI-LWG-DEGFor graduates considering law as a new career option
Build on your non-law degree with competitive legal skills and experience. This law course prepares you for ethical and professional legal practice. With a focus on legal technology and commercial law, you’ll graduate ready for a range of industries.
100% online
3 years full time or part time equivalent
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Business law highlights
- Understand business operation, from administration to management.
- Learn how legal principles affect business practice and decision making.
- Choose appropriate technologies and approaches to investigate real-world financial issues.
Business law specialisations
- Understand how international developments impact local financial markets.
- Choose the best channels to communicate business decisions to your audience.
- Identify and analyse the legal requirements and repercussions of potential transactions.
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