Our undergraduate programs

A flagship business degree with more than 20 majors, built for adaptability. Graduate ready for leadership, entrepreneurship, or specialist roles across every sector of the economy. Students explore core business disciplines in year one before specialising with one or two majors. Every student also has the opportunity to participate in BusinessPLUS, offering mentoring, networking and career mapping workshops.

Available Majors

Behavioural Science

Blend economics, psychology and social marketing to understand how people and institutions make decisions. Graduates use evidence-based tools to design better policies, products and services, and are well-prepared for roles in government, consultancies and behavioural insights teams.

Business Analytics

Harness data, quantitative methods and technology to generate actionable insights and drive smarter business decisions. Graduates are equipped for roles in analytics, strategy, operations and business intelligence across a wide range of industries.

Employment Relations

Study workplace law, industrial relations and human resource strategy to manage complex employment environments in the public and private sectors. Graduates are prepared for careers in HR, workforce planning, policy and industrial advocacy.

Events

Plan and deliver large-scale events across sport, tourism, media and culture. Develop skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, budgeting and logistics. Graduates are well-prepared for careers with event and conference organisers, sporting bodies and entertainment companies.

Financial Crime Investigation & Compliance

Combat money laundering, fraud and regulatory risk in a field the World Economic Forum estimates costs the global economy more than $1.45 trillion annually. Graduates are ready for careers in financial crime compliance, sanctions management, anti-money laundering, forensic accounting and regulatory advisory.

Human Resource Management

Accredited by the Australian HR Institute (AHRI). Learn recruitment, talent development, performance management and organisational change. Graduates work across sectors including business management, counselling, workforce planning and policy.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship

Launch and grow your own venture. Develop the mindset, tools and networks needed to succeed as a founder, intrapreneur or serial entrepreneur. Graduates are prepared for self-employment, high-growth start-ups or leadership roles within innovative organisations.

International Business

Navigate global trade, cross-cultural management and international strategy. Griffith is a pioneer in international business education, and graduates leave with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the modern global economy across private, public and non-government sectors.

Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Manage the flow of goods, services and information across global supply chains — from procurement and supplier relationships to inventory management, warehousing and last-mile delivery. This major is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS).

Management

Build core leadership capabilities: communication, strategic planning, teamwork, and human resource development. Graduates are prepared to work in any industry or organisation that requires effective leadership, project management or operational oversight.

Marketing

Learn data-driven marketing, consumer behaviour, advertising and brand strategy. Gain perspective on how markets work, how to identify target audiences and how to develop effective promotional campaigns. Accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI).

Real Estate & Property Development

Gain specialist skills in property finance, law, project management and negotiation. Delivered in close consultation with the Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ), the Property Council of Australia and the Urban Development Institute of Australia.

Sport Management

Manage sporting organisations, events and athlete performance programs. Accredited by the Sport Management Association of Australia and New Zealand (SMAANZ). Graduates find opportunities with sporting clubs, national governing bodies, event organisers and the Australian Society of Sport Administrators.

Tourism & Travel

Develop skills in destination management, tourism policy and global travel markets. Accredited by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). Graduates are prepared for careers in travel agencies, destination management organisations, tourism authorities and the broader hospitality sector.

You can also add a language major to your degree so you can globalise your career options.

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A research-enriched, honours-integrated pathway for high-achieving students who want to go further. You can transfer from the Bachelor of Business after your first two trimesters (subject to academic criteria), or apply for direct entry. Graduates hold a sought-after honours qualification that opens doors to graduate study and advanced career pathways.

Available Majors

All Bachelor of Business majors, plus Honours research

Choose from the full suite of Bachelor of Business majors and complete an integrated Honours research project in your final year. The research component develops advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, preparing graduates for leadership, consulting, policy and graduate study.

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Launched in 2025 in collaboration with industry, the Bachelor of Commerce builds deep technical expertise in accounting, finance and economics. The program emphasises experiential learning and sustainable business practice, equipping graduates to navigate the complexities of today's fast-evolving commercial environment.

Available Majors

Tailor your degree to your career goals by choosing from majors (or second majors) in:

Economics: Gain the skills to analyse real-world economic issues using both theory and data. You'll learn to evaluate policies and business decisions with tools like cost-benefit analysis, macroeconomic and microeconomic models and econometric techniques. You'll be ready to apply these skills to global economic challenges, from open economy dynamics to empirical research projects.

Accounting: Learn how to analyse, interpret and report financial information for organisations across industries. You'll gain practical skills in managerial accounting, auditing, taxation, sustainability reporting and financial statement preparation, while learning to apply theory to real business decisions. You'll be equipped to support strategic planning, ensure compliance and provide insights that drive effective financial management.

Finance: Gain an understanding of how to analyse, manage and optimise investments in the global financial environment. You'll learn to evaluate derivatives, construct and manage investment portfolios, and assess global markets, while applying sustainable finance principles to make responsible decisions. Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in investment analysis, portfolio management, financial risk management and sustainable finance roles.

Financial Planning: Learn how to provide expert advice on personal finances, investments, superannuation and retirement planning. You'll develop practical skills in risk management, insurance, taxation and estate planning, preparing you to create tailored financial strategies for clients. You'll be ready for careers as a financial planner, wealth adviser or retirement and estate planning specialist.

Financial Crime Investigation and Compliance: Gain the skills to prevent, detect and investigate financial crime across organisations and institutions. You'll gain expertise in forensic accounting, fraud and cybercrime, data analysis and visualisation, and environmental criminology to understand how crime occurs and how to stop it. You'll be prepared to work in financial crime investigation, compliance, fraud prevention or risk management within banks, government agencies and corporate organisations.

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The honours-integrated Commerce pathway for students seeking advanced analytical depth and independent research capability. Graduates hold a competitive edge in the employment market and are well-prepared for careers in consulting, government, financial services and postgraduate study.

Available Majors

All Bachelor of Commerce majors, plus Honours research

Combine any Commerce major with an integrated Honours research thesis. The research component develops high-level analytical capability and prepares graduates for advanced roles in accounting, finance, economics, analytics and public policy.

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Launched in 2025, this cutting-edge degree sits at the intersection of marketing and data science. Students explore core marketing, advertising and sales competencies alongside the growing role of artificial intelligence, data analytics and marketing technology.

Graduates are prepared to create and implement effective digital marketing campaigns while building transferable skills for a rapidly changing industry.

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Griffith's Hospitality and Tourism discipline is ranked #1 in Australia (ShanghaiRanking 2025) and #1 in Queensland in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2026. This degree develops the operational and strategic skills needed for careers in hotels, resorts, airlines, restaurants and tourism organisations worldwide. Students complete core tourism and business courses before tailoring their degree with a choice of majors and electives.

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Honours

From your first year, you'll be part of an advanced academic stream, culminating in a dedicated honors year focused on high-level research, analysis and critical thinking. Explore advanced concepts and develop expertise in a specific area of interest. This provides a direct pathway into higher degree research and is a valuable advantage in both professional and academic careers.

Majors

International Relations: Explore how power, conflict, cooperation and ideology shape global affairs. You'll examine the forces influencing diplomacy, security, migration, foreign policy and global governance. Courses cover theoretical frameworks and great power politics, as well as emerging issues like terrorism, climate change and religious resurgence.

Political Science and Public Policy: Examine how power is exercised, how decisions are made and how political systems shape society. Explore key domestic and international issues like elections, governance, Indigenous politics, media influence and environmental policy. You'll gain a deep understanding of policy development, democratic systems and authoritarian regimes, with a strong focus on political dynamics. If you're passionate about influencing change, understanding political behaviour or shaping public debate, this major offers the tools to become a thoughtful analyst, policymaker or advocate in the public sphere.

Security, Conflict and Human Rights: Explore how global power struggles, political violence and human rights intersect. You'll examine key issues such as terrorism, authoritarianism, human rights in global politics and the role of international organisations in peacekeeping and conflict resolution. You'll analyse the security strategies of major powers like China, investigate the rise of populism and study how governments and movements respond to threats and crises.

Enhance your studies by adding a second major:

• Chinese language
• Economics
• French language*
• German language*
• Indonesian language*
• International Business
• International Relations
• Islam-West Relations
• Italian language
• Japanese language
• Korean language*
• Political Science and Public Policy
• Security, Conflict and Human Rights
• Spanish language

*Available via cross-institutional study at the University of Queensland. These languages are offered only to students enrolled at Brisbane South (Nathan).

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Build the skills to communicate financial advice and insights in complex, collaborative settings. If you're excited by financial markets and investment opportunities, this degree is designed for you. You'll study areas such as taxation, risk management, retirement and superannuation, estate planning, professional identity and behavioural finance, while also developing expertise in management, decision-making and data analysis to apply across real market contexts.

You'll graduate from one of Australia's leading business schools that's part of the top 1% globally, armed with an AACSB and EQUIS-accredited degree. Griffith also holds five-star ratings in Business and Management for teaching quality, skills development, overall experience and learning resources*.

Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Applied Financial Advice

• This degree is fully accredited by the Australian Government's Financial Adviser Standards and is designed with input from industry professionals, so you'll learn the latest strategies and ideas shaping the finance world.
• Offered entirely online, with options to study full-time or part-time, with access to an active online community for support and collaboration.
• The BusinessPLUS program is open to every Griffith Business School student. Get involved in events, meet professionals and start building your career network from day one.
• Gain hands-on experience through internships like the six-week Global Asia Business Internship or join our Co-Design Incubator to solve real challenges in a team.
• Love travel? With 120+ exchange partners in 70+ countries, you can take your studies overseas and experience business on a global scale.

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