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Overview

Develop solid foundations in modern business with La Trobe’s Bachelor of Business. Prepare to thrive in a digitally disrupted world with this highly flexible degree and start building your dream career in business. You’ll explore multiple business disciplines in your first year and develop foundational knowledge and enterprise skills in … For more content click the Read more button below. You’ll choose from a wide range of majors, minors and optional second majors. You can also pair your major with complementary study from another discipline. No matter how you specialise, you’ll get hands-on experience and learn the latest digital skills while developing essential leadership, communication and critical-thinking skills. You’ll develop your professional business skills as you work in diverse teams, present business strategies and use the software that’s essential in modern business. You’ll graduate with the perfect blend of business fundamentals and technical expertise so you can change the business world. You'll learn:Digital literacyUse a wide range of digital and data-processing tools to analyse business activity and become a more effective business professional.Management and business structuresUnderstand how to communicate, collaborate and connect with your business peers and stakeholders.EconomicsDiscover how business and society connect. Understand economic principles and use them to create business solutions.SustainabilityLearn about environmental, corporate and governance responsibility. Develop sustainable solutions that prioritise individual and societal wellbeing.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

La Trobe Business School

Course coordinator

Nicole El-Haber

Location(s)

Bendigo

CRICOS code

019479E

Course instance contact

Nicole El-Haber

Course duration (full time)

3 years

Course duration (part time)

6 years

Study level

Undergraduate

AQF level

Level 7 - Bachelor Degree

Available only as an exit award

No

Study options

Domestic

International onshore

Completion requirements

Melbourne(Bundoora) (LBB), Bendigo (RBB), Online (LBBO), Sydney (LMBBSY) To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Business – LBB, RBB, LBBO, LMBBSY, students must complete 360 credit points consisting of: 60 core credit-points 60 elective credit points 120 major credit points to be selected from the Business Majors list Select … For more content click the Read more button below. One, 120 credit point major OR Two, 60 credit point minors OR Combination of elective subjects and a minor OR 120 credit points of elective subjects   Vietnam (LBBH) To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Business – LBBH, students must complete 360 credit points consisting of: 60 core credit-points 120 Finance major credit points 120 Marketing major credit points 60 Predefined elective credit points   Singapore (BB001SS) To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Business – BB001SS, students must complete 360 credit points consisting of: 60 core credit-points 120 major credit points to be selected from the predefined list 60 minor credit points to be selected from the predefined list 15 predefined electives credit points  105 electives credit points 

Course structure
360 credit points

Level one120 credit points
Level two120 credit points
Level three120 credit points
Majors120 credit points
Minors60 credit points

Course intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Use digital technologies to identify, source, analyse and communicate information relevant to business and social challenges.
2.
Engage professionally and effectively to contribute to the success of a diverse team and demonstrate strategies for meeting the needs, values and capabilities of others.
3.
Devise innovative recommendations and produce sustainable solutions to business and social challenges by identifying the elements of a problem and applying appropriate evaluation strategies for effective problem-solving approaches.
4.
Communicate professionally and effectively with a range of stakeholders, using a variety of modes of communications and appropriate tools
5.
Demonstrate and apply the disciplinary knowledge and skills required by graduates seeking to commence a career in business

Course features

Work based learning (placement) requirements

Elective placement opportunities (Work Based Learning)
During this course, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Work Based Learning (WBL) placement experience, designed to allow you to extend your formal academic learning beyond the classroom. The WBL experience will provide the opportunity to bring your learning from the university into a work environment and test out your knowledge in a professional real-world environment. Some courses include compulsory WBL subjects, however, we also offer a range of elective WBL subjects, both cross-discipline and subject-specific. La Trobe University will source placements for some subjects, while others will require you to source your own placement. If you are required to source your own placement, dedicated staff will guide and support you through the process. Elective WBL subjects generally involve an application process and Subject Coordinator approval. The location and number of hours undertaken can vary considerably depending on the activity and the discipline area. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information. Regional students are eligible to access additional support under the Regional Reward program.

Other opportunities

Student exchange and overseas short programs offer a unique opportunity for a meaningful learning and educational experience abroad. La Trobe University encourages all students to make the world their campus by participating in an exchange or overseas short program that fits within your degree structure.

Career outcomes

After graduation, you could work across a wide range of sectors including government, corporate, finance, retail, IT and not-for-profit. The degree also prepares graduates to start their own businesses.

Possible roles include:

  • Financial analyst
    • Analyse financial data and identify trends to grow wealth for your clients and stakeholders.
  • Business development manager
    • Create and implement business solutions to reach your organisation's goals.
  • Marketing manager
    • Plan, organise, lead teams and execute marketing strategies to deliver value for your organisation.
  • Human resources manager
    • Devise employment policies and procedures, and oversee employee reward and recognition programs.
  • Corporate consultant
    • Review and analyse business policies or operating plans, and provide tailored advice.
  • Economic or market analyst
    • Analyse market and industry trends, and inform strategic decision-making on business structures.

Professional recognition

The Marketing major available within the Melbourne (Bundoora), Bendigo, Sydney and online instances of the Bachelor of Business is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI). The Human Resource major available within the Melbourne (Bundoora) and Sydney instances of the Bachelor of Business is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI).

Membership for the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) and Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI) may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional bodies for more details.

Internal course relationships

Nested

Diploma in Business

Pathways from

Diploma in Business

External pathways

External pathways into this course