Overview

The Bachelor of Business (Economics) emphasises the applications of economic analysis to real world situations. All economics majors develop logical, empirical and contextual knowledge through studying sequential core units in economic theory and applied economics. It is strongly recommended that students aiming to achieve a thorough grounding in economics and … For more content click the Read More button below.

Admission requirements

Special requirements
Entry requirements (onshore)
Entry requirements (transnational)
English language requirements

Learning outcomes

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A consistent and coherent command of the language of economics, including the ability to clearly define standard terms and explain basic concepts in both microeconomics and macroeconomics
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A consistent and coherent command of the principles of economics, both microeconomics and macroeconomics
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An understanding that the concepts and principles of economics are contested
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The ability to explain how agents (such as, individuals, households, firms, governments, not for profit entities) make economic decisions
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The ability to articulate critical features and shortcomings in an economic model or in a method of analysis
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The ability to explain the basic workings of an economic system and the role of policy in such a system
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Understand how internationalisation and globalisation are leading to greater economic integration both among nations and within regions
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Knowledge of a variety of approaches to problem solving
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Familiarity with the principles of socially, environmentally responsible business practice
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Demonstrate communications skills for presenting clear and coherent expositions of knowledge ideas and evidence, both orally and across a range of media, individually or in collaborative contexts, to a diverse range of audiences
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Demonstrate proficiency in contemporary information technology tools and systems applicable to economics practice and research
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Collaborate effectively with others including in formally constituted teams
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Identify business problems or opportunities (diagnose)
14.
Retrieve and evaluate information/data (research)
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Critically evaluate available options and exercise professional and principled judgement (investigate)
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Respond creatively in the identification of opportunities and the management of risk (innovate)
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Apply interpretive, quantitative and analytical techniques as appropriate to develop business solutions (model)
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Make strategic decisions drawing on evidence from a range of sources (implement)
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Engage in principled decision making that takes account of economic, social, environmental and ethical consequences
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Exercising judgement, self-direction, time management and professional development
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Thinking reflectively and critically about a range of Economics issues
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Constructively giving and receiving critical advice
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Demonstrating interpersonal and cross-cultural sensitivity
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Becoming reflective practitioners
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Promoting ethical and professional business practices
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Respecting diversity

Professional outcomes

Professional recognition
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