Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Administration

Course information for - 2025 entry

Offered at 4 locations

Duration
4 years full-time or equivalent part-time
CRICOS Code
078169G
IELTS
6.0 overall score (with minimum scores of 6.0 in speaking and writing, and 5.5 in listening and reading)
Fees (first year)*
$30408
Start dates
February 2026, July 2026, February 2027, July 2027

Overview

This comprehensive double degree is designed for future business leaders. It will help you stand out from the crowd and give you a competitive edge. 

Upon graduating you'll be ready to launch straight into your career thanks to our Future Ready employability program, designed to systematically build each of the elements of your personal brand: your professional identity; experience; job-ready skills; and networks.

This unique multi-discipline qualification combines the specialist knowledge of the Bachelor of Commerce with the flexibility of the Bachelor of Business Administration, enabling you to expand your areas of expertise. Together, you’ve got business covered.

Business acumen is fundamental to your success. You will learn through gamified business simulations based on a real-world situations, and you’ll come to understand core business terms and concepts and discover how operations and finance decisions support organisations. Microsoft certification is embedded into units in the degree, so you'll graduate with a strong foundation in the Microsoft programs favoured by employers.

In today’s world, you need professional, technical and cross-cultural skills. All our units are embedded with the United Nations sustainable goals and our intercultural communication module is designed to build cultural awareness and communication skills which are vital in the global workplace. You can further extend your intercultural experience by taking part in a Global Virtual Classroom, studying at our Rome Campus or participating in an international study tour.

You’ll have a choice of several majors that will lead to professional accreditation, including human resource management, accounting and marketing. You can then choose to either undertake minors that complement your major or opt for any of the units offered through the Peter Faber Business School or from any other faculty at ACU. 

Your course, your choice.

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Professional experience

You’ll gain up to 175 hours of workplace and community experience before you even graduate.

Work placement

As part of our Work Integrated Learning program you’ll gain 105 hours of industry placement in your area of specialisation. We have embedded employability into your degree with our Future Ready program where we build on your professional skills each year, supporting you every step of the way. These placements will give you the confidence, knowledge and skills to prepare for your future profession. You’ll learn to apply what you learn in the classroom to real life scenarios.

Community engagement

As part of your degree you’ll have the opportunity to work with not-for-profit organisations with 35 to 70 hours of community engagement experience. You’ll foster knowledge and understanding and its application within communities experiencing marginalisation and disadvantage while applying ethical personal and professional skills developed during your studies at ACU.

Professional recognition

The Bachelor of Commerce has accreditation with the following professional organisations on completion of the relevant majors and associated minors:

Accounting

  • CPA Australia
  • Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
  • Institute of Public Accountants (IPA)

HR

  • Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI)

Marketing

  • Australian Marketing Institute (AMI - accreditation in progress) and recognised by the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) UK

Read more about these organisations

Careers

Our graduates have pursued careers in:

  • accountancy
  • human resource management
  • marketing
  • entrepreneurship
  • sales management
  • brand management
  • business analysis
  • event management
  • advertising
  • finance
  • management
  • stock broking
  • data science
  • IT

Industry partnerships

ACU works with a variety of industry partners.

Course details

Course structure

Course map

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Please note: Course maps are subject to change.

Accounting Major - Commencing Semester 1

  • Bachelor of Commerce Specified Business UnitsBUSN112Managing Markets

    (Inc: MKTG100, BUSD112)

    10 cp
  • Bachelor of Commerce Specified Business UnitsITEC100Information Technology in Action

    (Inc: BUSN111, BUSD111)

    10 cp
  • Bachelor of Commerce Specified Business UnitsBUSN104Money Matters

    (Inc: ACCT100, BUSD104)

    10 cp
  • Bachelor of Commerce Specified Business UnitsBUSN113Managing People and Organisations

    (Inc: MGMT100)

    10 cp
  • Majors in the Schedule of Unit Offerings from the Bachelor of Commerce - ACCT - Accounting - Major Units: AccountingLEGL101Introduction to Business Law: Legal Frameworks for Businesses10 cp
  • Majors in the Schedule of Unit Offerings from the Bachelor of Commerce - ACCT - Accounting - Major Units: AccountingSTAT207Business Data Analysis

    (Inc: STAT102)

    10 cp
  • Majors in the Schedule of Unit Offerings from the Bachelor of Commerce - ACCT - Accounting - Major Units: AccountingACCT210Accounting Foundations

    (Pre: BUSN104)

    (Inc: ACCT100, ACCD210)

    10 cp
  • Core Curriculum Units Core Curriculum Unit 1See the ACU Core Curriculum page for details 10 cp

Prerequisites (Pre:) are other units that you must have passed before enrolling in this unit. 

Incompatibles (Inc:) are units similar to this unit. If you have previously passed an Incompatible unit, you are not able to enrol in this unit.

Data Analytics Major - Commencing Semester 1

Prerequisites (Pre:) are other units that you must have passed before enrolling in this unit. 

Incompatibles (Inc:) are units similar to this unit. If you have previously passed an Incompatible unit, you are not able to enrol in this unit.

Human Resource Management Major - Commencing Semester 1

Prerequisites (Pre:) are other units that you must have passed before enrolling in this unit. 

Incompatibles (Inc:) are units similar to this unit. If you have previously passed an Incompatible unit, you are not able to enrol in this unit.

Management Major - Commencing Semester 1

Prerequisites (Pre:) are other units that you must have passed before enrolling in this unit. 

Incompatibles (Inc:) are units similar to this unit. If you have previously passed an Incompatible unit, you are not able to enrol in this unit.

Marketing Major - Commencing Semester 1

Prerequisites (Pre:) are other units that you must have passed before enrolling in this unit. 

Incompatibles (Inc:) are units similar to this unit. If you have previously passed an Incompatible unit, you are not able to enrol in this unit.

Graduate statement

Insight

As an ACU graduate you have personal insight founded on an understanding of who you are as a professional, a citizen and a scholar. You embrace change and growth through critical self-awareness and learning autonomy. You are empowered to seek truth and meaning, drawing on the principles of justice, equity, and the dignity of all human beings.

Empathy

As an ACU graduate you value human dignity and diversity. This appreciation is founded on deep reflection, and empathy. You have experience of Indigenous Knowings and perspectives and can engage respectfully when working alongside Australia's First Peoples. You can connect with people and cultures and work with community in ways that recognise the dignity of the human person and all cultures

Imagination

As an ACU graduate you utilise imagination and innovation to solve problems. You critically analyse information from a range of sources to creatively solve practical problems and use critical thinking to make decisions and advance the common good. You appreciate the role of innovation and creative thinking in developing a better future for each person and community.

Impact

As an ACU graduate you recognise your responsibility to work for social justice and a sustainable world founded on a commitment to human dignity and the common good. You lead change through respectful collaboration and effective communication of ideas to diverse peoples, groups and communities in local and global contexts. You are empowered to positively impact your profession and the community.

AQF framework

Double Bachelor - Bachelor/Bachelor - AQF Level 7

Overseas study available

We offer two business units at our Rome Campus: BUSN304 and BIPX202. The dates for these units are to be confirmed.

Entry requirements

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:

StatePrerequisites

New South Wales

Assumed knowledge: English (Standard) (Band 2) or EAL (Band 3).

Queensland

Assumed knowledge: English (Units 3 & 4, C)

Victoria

Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English.

International students need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.

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International applicants

If you’re an international applicant you’ll need the equivalent of an Australian Year 12 Certificate.

Find the equivalent qualification for your country

You’ll also need to comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy , including the English Language Proficiency requirements.

See the language requirements

 If you’re an international student completing one of the following qualifications, you will need to apply for admission through your local Tertiary Admission Centre (TAC) and be assessed on your performance in these studies (i.e. your ATAR or equivalent):

 an Australian Year 12 qualification (either outside or in Australia)

an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma

a New Zealand National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3.

Adjustment factors

If you’re currently completing Year 12 you may be eligible for adjustment factors that can boost your rank and help you get into your desired course.

Adjustment factors may be applied to your TAC application if you study particular subjects, attend schools geographically close to our campuses or in certain regional areas, apply as an elite athlete or performer or meet certain other criteria.

Learn more about adjustment factors

Inherent requirement

There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of that course or unit. You will need to be able to meet these inherent requirements to complete your course.

Learn more about inherent requirements for your course and how they affect you

Pathways

Pathways into course for international applicants

If you don’t currently meet the direct entry requirements for admission to your chosen program, don’t worry. Our range of pathway programs can help you build the language proficiency, academic skills and confidence you need to succeed. 

Find out more about English language programs 

Find out more about the ACU Foundation Studies program 

Find out more about Diploma pathways 

Fees

Course costs

  • Unit fee: $3801
  • Average first year fee: $30408
  • Estimate total cost: $121632

The Tuition fees quoted above are for commencing students in the current year who undertake a normal full-time load. The Unit Fee is based on a 10cp unit. Fees are reviewed annually.

Tuition fees for continuing students may increase by up to 3 percent each year for the minimum duration of the course as provided on your electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCOE). Students who continue to study beyond the minimum duration will have the relevant annual commencing rate applied to their fees for subsequent study periods.

Payment options

You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support. 

Explore your options

Scholarships

You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.  

Search our scholarships

How to apply

International applicants

Brisbane

Apply through QTAC

QTAC code 116491

Direct application

Apply now

Information on the application procedure 

International students undertaking an Australian Year 12 qualification should apply through the relevant tertiary admissions centre.

Additional application information

Pathway: Apply for our Passion for Business early offer program. Selection is based on criteria other than ATAR. Click here for details.

Deferment

Yes. See Defer your offer.

Students with a Student Visa will need to complete the program in minimum duration, study at least one subject on-campus each semester and must not undertake more than 33% of the program online.

Staff Profile

Dr Felix Orole

Lecturer

Dr Felix Orole is a Lecturer in Management at ACU's Peter Faber Business School. While completing his Ph.D. at the University of Queensland, he served as a lecturer and instructor for a number of undergraduate and graduate courses in the HRM, Organizational Behaviour, and General Management programs. Felix also held an academic position at the Queensland University of Technology. Before entering academia, he has extensive industry experience in telecommunications and business development. Felix has consulted for Fortune 500 and multinational corporations such as Manpower Group and Singapore Telecommunications.

Associate Professor Pandula Gamage

Deputy Head of School, Peter Faber Business School

Dr Pandula Gamage is an Associate Professor and Deputy Head of School at the Peter Faber Business School. He completed his PhD at La Trobe University, Master of Commerce degree (Accounting) at the University of Melbourne and the Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Education at Victoria University. Since commencing at ACU, Dr Gamage has provided and continues to provide productive and sustained leadership in a range of areas. He has taught extensively in international programs including China, Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam. Dr Gamage also engages in high-impact research publishing in prestigious journals and received research grants linked with national professional accounting and finance associations. Prior to commencing his academic career, Dr Gamage held managerial roles in the industry. He is also a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Testimonial

Lidia

“I’m studying a Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in events management. I want to work in the events industry when I graduate, but I chose to do a double degree so I’d have a wide range of skills and knowledge that will help me do well in any career. I had the opportunity to travel to Malaysia with eight other students from Melbourne and Sydney. It was an amazing experience from both an educational and cultural perspective. I was able to learn directly from international business leaders, which was an invaluable experience, and I liked making connections and developing friendships with ACU students from other campuses.”

Lidia
Commerce and business administration student
 

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