Develop specialised business skills and benefit from targeted professional development. You will enter the business sphere equipped with real-world industry experience and access to industry networks.
Majors
A major is your chosen area of subject specialisation. JCU’s Bachelor of Business degree has seven majors for you to choose from. You can choose to add a second major to your preferred major or a maximum of two minors. You can also choose to add a minor to your major. The handbook provides detail about the subjects you can study within each major and the campuses each major is available at.
Business Intelligence and Information Systems
Learn how to integrate information technology systems and data into business strategies and work with digital information systems to manage large amounts of data securely. Use your insight as a business intelligence analyst to create cost-effective systems for business enterprises and identify business opportunities. Ensure your employability and maximise your opportunities in this rapidly growing industry. Graduates can apply for membership with the Australian Institute of Management (AIM).
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Stand out from the crowd with this major and manage tourism and hospitality attractions, events, and services. Gain the professional expertise to manage, plan, and market the food, recreation, accommodation that form the backbone of the tourism industry. Your in-depth understanding of hospitality will allow you to create amazing travel and event experiences.
Human Resources Management
Discover what motivates employees and how you can boost performance and productivity in organisations. Learn how to effectively communicate, develop positive employment relations and create environments that help people thrive. Your passion for human resources can take you across industries within Australia and around the world.
International Business
Build specialised skills to manage and conduct business in a complex global environment. Your passion for developing strategies and planning short- and long-term projects will see you involved in multi-national enterprises. With the skills to work in the exciting international arena, you can build a sustainable, competitive business position in the international marketplace.
Career Opportunities
JCU Business graduates are multi-skilled and are successful in finding employment in a wide range of industries.
Depending on which major/s you choose, potential careers could include:
May 2024, July 2024, September 2024, November 2024
James Cook University Brisbane
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BRISBANE CITY,
Queensland,
4000, BRISBANE, Australia
Entry requirements vary from country to country. Students are required to complete international academic qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12 (or equivalent).
IELTS: 6.0 (no sub score below 6.0), PEARSON (PTE Academic): 52 (no component less than 52), TOEFL ibt: 74 (minimum writing score of 18), ISLPR: At least 3 in each skill area, Cambridge (CP1 Advanced / CP2 Proficiency: 169 (no component less than 169), JCUCEAP: EAP Level 3.