Bachelor of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade)

As part of this degree, you will develop the analytical skills to interpret the economic factors driving global market exchange.

You will gain practical skills with computer simulation software and learn in our state-of-the-art Iress Trading Room, which includes a market data feed and financial analysis tools. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in an investigative study tour learning about business practices, as well as political and cultural influences in other regions.

This degree is diverse and dynamic. Many of our teaching staff are also current researchers which means you will study their findings in class. We also involve our industry business partners in course planning, so you'll work on industry projects that are relevant today.

UniSA Business is the only business school in South Australia accredited by both AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EFMD (EQUIS) - the world's leading accreditation bodies recognising excellence in business education and research at a global level. These dual accreditations demonstrate the high standards we hold across all areas such as teaching, student learning and research, as well as our commitment to continually improving the quality of our programs.

You will start with core courses in areas such as analytics, accounting and economic theory. These will give you a solid grasp of business fundamentals that you can apply to a range of careers. You'll then branch out into your specialisation, and learn the latest in areas such as macroeconomics, economic policy and analysis; portfolio and fund management; and international currency and banking markets. You can also embark on an overseas study tour, undertake an industry placement, or work on an industry-related research project.

You can gain an extra qualification and broaden your career prospects by completing a Diploma in Languages.

As we are the No.1 university in South Australia for graduate careers in Business and Management1, our quality teaching and experiences beyond the classroom will ensure you graduate career ready.

Between now and 2020 the availability of finance-related roles in Australia is expected to increase by:

• 19 per cent (financial brokers and dealers, and investment advisers)
• 21.9 per cent (financial investment advisers and managers)
• 11 per cent (insurance agents and sales representatives)2

Careers to consider:

• Business adviser: can work with new or established businesses; analysing business plans and financial statements; advising on investments, marketing, funding and financial trends; understanding consumer needs and how to improve profitability
• Business development manager: working with business and advising on business plans; advising on investment, finance and marketing strategies; analysing domestic and global economic factors on business; advising businesses on growth opportunities
• Business forecaster: combine data analysis and an understanding of economic trends; help predict future impacts on company sales and revenue
• Economist: using data and modelling techniques to provide specialist advice to consumers, business and governments on particular economic, business and policy-related issues; analysing data for interpreting and forecasting consumer business trends; using economic information to inform business decision-making within a global business environment
• Investment adviser/Financial risk analyst: providing advice within organisations on investment decisions and strategies; identifying and assessing potential financial risks at the organisational and industry sector level
• Lobbyist and policy advocate: to research, report and advocate on behalf of clients and industry associations particular policy interventions; provide independent consultancy and strategic advice on public policy arrangements for organisational and industry clients
• Market research analyst: collecting and analysing data for clients on market conditions, consumer behaviour and business competitors; using data analysis for business forecasting and interpreting consumer trends and informing on alternative business strategies
• Policy adviser: analysing policies and their effects to provide advice and guidance to governments and organisations; offering strategic policy and planning advice on programs and operations; reviewing, developing, and implementing policies and strategies
• Policy analyst: analysing a range of economic and social issues and formulating and evaluating policies in addressing these issues; analysing on behalf of business or government proposed policy interventions and its potential impact at the individual, business and societal level

1ComparED (QILT): Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017-19 - Full-time Employment Indicator (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only. 2Australian Government Department of Employment, Occupational Employment Projections 2015.