Bachelor of Commerce - Business Law

The University of Western Australia

This major focuses on the fundamental relationship between law and business and is ideal for those planning careers in a range of business areas including professional accounting, business management, international trade and industrial relations. It will equip you with important skills in teamwork and in written and oral communication, as well as high-level analytical, problem-solving and research skills.

Course Structure

Our undergraduate degrees offer you a broad range of options allowing you to combine subjects in a way that matches your career goals and personal interests.

Career Pathways

Business Law graduates are well qualified for a variety of roles in the private and government sectors. These include careers in accountancy (with appropriate further qualifications), business management, marketing, international trade, banking and finance, public service, industrial relations, human resource management and related professions and endeavours that draw on an appropriate level of knowledge of business law. Employers include government organisations and non-government organisations (NGOs) involved in areas such as consumer protection, competition policy, financial regulation, trade policy and legal assistance.

5 skill sets you'll gain through Business Law

1. Analytical skills: collecting and analysing information; detecting patterns, interpreting data and making decisions based on multiple factors

2. Communication skills: sharing information and proposing ideas; negotiating effectively; listening, understanding and speaking clearly

3. Teamwork skills: collaborating and contributing to group projects; demonstrating leadership

4. Problem-solving skills: showing initiative in identifying and solving problems; implementing and monitoring solutions

5. Self-management skills: taking responsibility; building confidence in your vision; working under pressure; demonstrating resilience

Further Study

Students can choose to take on additional postgraduate studies including:

Juris Doctor

Master of Business Psychology

Master of Commerce

Master of International Relations

Master of Public Policy