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Commerce makes the world go round

Commercial activity is in every field and industry, involving the legal, economic, political, social, and technological systems that support the financial side of business. A degree in commerce provides you with a wide range of managerial skills plus in-depth knowledge of your chosen major in accounting, economics, finance or financial planning.

Demand for commerce graduates is high with job growth projected to continue in the future. Commerce professionals advise on and influence a wide range of business activities from the financial position of small firms to the amount of taxation large companies should pay, investment strategies for organisations or individuals to the risks involved in releasing a new product, the relationship between economic activity and unemployment to the importance of free trade.

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I’m ready for the future of business

Meet Caitlene Hillman, Griffith business student and AFR top 100 future leader. International opportunities during her degree have given her first-hand experience of current trends, ensuring she’s job ready for the future of business.

Put theory into practice

When you study commerce at Griffith, you'll learn from lecturers who are members of peak industry bodies with expertise gained through extensive qualifications, industry experience and ongoing research. Through our cutting-edge trading rooms, you will have access to Bloomberg Professional Services, a software platform providing real-time market data, news and analytics, and be able to put theory into practice from the start of your degree. You’ll also have the opportunity to build your own network and skills through industry internships, visits from professional firms and simulation activities with organisations like AGL and QIC.

Foundation first year

In your first year of study you'll explore the core skills and concepts relating to commerce and have the opportunity to try some different courses before choosing your major (or majors) in second year. First year is also a great time to get to know the students you'll be studying alongside for most of your degree.

Choose your specialisation

You can choose a single commerce major, which will give you specialist skills in one profession:

Or you can expand your expertise with an additional commerce major, a politics and public policy major, or a major from the Bachelor of Business. You can also complement your commerce major with a minor in Tax that is recognised by the Tax Practitioners Board and be on your way to becoming a Registered Tax Agent.

If you’re not sure which majors to choose just yet, that’s okay. Once you enrol you can try some different courses before you choose the combination that’s right for you.

Study your way

Build your degree around the lifestyle that suits you. With the flexibility of studying on-campus, online, part-time or full-time, over two or three trimesters each year, you have more control over your studies and can fit your degree into your life. At Nathan and the Gold Coast, you can start your degree sooner with intakes in February, July and October.

Fast-track option

At Logan, you can complete your Bachelor of Commerce in two years by studying on a three-trimester per year basis (four courses per trimester). Fast-track options are also available at Nathan and the Gold Coast by studying over three trimesters.

Multiply your career options

Combine your commerce degree with studies from another area and expand your career opportunities without doubling your study time. In as little as four years, you can graduate with a unique skill set that will give you an edge in the employment market. A double degree allows you to make your passion profitable and build a career that is as unique as your interests.

For example, you can combine management and finance if you want a career in a multinational investment firm. Or you can combine accounting with law to gain the skills needed to work in a commercial law firm.

5-Star Rated

Griffith Business School is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience and Teaching Quality in Business and Management by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.

John O'Brien

A Bachelor of Commerce put John O'Brien in the driving seat from the moment his career took off in the finance industry. After focusing on finance and risk management during his studies at Griffith, he felt fully primed in the technical aspects of forecasting, investing and financial markets. 'As students we were exposed to current industry knowledge in the classroom', says John, who is a partner at Visis Private Wealth. 'Some of our lecturers were also practitioners in the field.'

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Degrees	Campus	OP
Bachelor of Commerce	Nathan	15
Bachelor of Commerce	Gold Coast	15
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)	Gold Coast Nathan
Graduate Certificate in Finance	Online
Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning	Online
Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning	Nathan Online
Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning	Nathan Online
Graduate Certificate in Research Studies in Business	Online
Graduate Diploma of Finance	Nathan
Master of Accounting	Nathan
Master of Business	Gold Coast Nathan
Master of Finance	Online
Master of Finance	Nathan
Master of Financial Planning	Online
Master of Financial Planning	Nathan Online
Master of Financial Planning	Other
Master of Financial Planning	Nathan Online
Master of Professional Accounting	Nathan Online

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Expand your qualifications and your career options with our range of double degrees. As a double degree graduate, you’ll have a special skill set that will help you stand out with future employers.

Double Degrees	Campus	OP
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce	Nathan	15
Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Commerce	Gold Coast	15
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Asian Studies	Nathan	15
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of International Business	Gold Coast	15
Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of International Business	Nathan	15
Bachelor of Environmental Science/Bachelor of Business	Gold Coast Nathan	15
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Commerce	Gold Coast Nathan

It is important to check the degree requirements including placement requirements, before you apply.

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Scholarships

BusinessPLUS scholarships

We offer three new BusinessPLUS scholarship categories this year, which seek to reward potential as well as excellence - so it’s worthwhile investigating whether you might qualify to receive one. Scholarships can cover tuition fees, education and living expenses. You can apply if you are coming straight from year 12, or if you have left high school and are applying to start an undergraduate university degree. They add to over 600 scholarships available at Griffith. You can also apply for multiple scholarships with just one application; we’ll match you with the Griffith University scholarship you are eligible for and it's free.

What is BusinessPLUS?

When you study Business at Griffith you get more than just a high-quality degree. You get the BusinessPLUS advantage. BusinessPLUS is a program designed to give Griffith business school students the skills and networks they will later rely on in the workplace. Open to any Griffith Business School student, the program caters for beginners as well as those who have more advanced skills. BusinessPLUS combines skills based, career management training with opportunities for internships, our mentoring program and industry engagement projects that introduce you to the business networks you’ll rely on later.

BusinessPLUS Academic Excellence Scholarships

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BusinessPLUS Transition Scholarships

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BusinessPLUS First Peoples Scholarships

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Career outcomes

Build a career in commerce

Careers in commerce are not just restricted to major banking and financial institutions

Depending on your major, you'll find employment across many industries in areas such as:

Accounting: accountancy, administration, auditing, business management, commercial and taxation law, managerial accounting and taxation
Economics: finance analyst or advisor, economic policy analyst, market and investment analyst, business management, stockbroker
Finance: financial advisor or controller, financial planner, stockbroker, retail and merchant banks, Treasury operations and taxation, international trade
Financial Planning: financial planner, financial advisor or controller, stockbroker, superannuation and insurance

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