Course overview

Data is the future of business. Deakin’s Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Business Analytics helps you build a foundation of commerce and business analytics knowledge to help you become invaluable to future employers worldwide. Develop critical analysis skills to turn data into strategies that drive business success. Learn how to interpret data and information and combine it with a strong foundation in all areas of commerce to unlock innovative solutions for business.

The commerce component of this dual degree is designed to help you find a professional fit and passion for a discipline. Led by teachers who are active in their fields, the business analytics component is informed by IT professionals from leading technology companies, business and the government sector. With such strong connections to industry, you will consistently be exposed to the latest strategies and trends, keeping you ahead of the game well before you enter it.

Want to analyse complex data systems through in-demand business skills?

Your commerce component will take you to all areas of business and give you the opportunity to specialise with a choice of majors including:

• Accounting
• Economics
• Finance
• Financial planning
• Human resource management
• Management
• Marketing.

 

In the business analytics stream of the degree, you'll develop critical thinking and analysis skills through topics like:

• business intelligence and data warehousing
• data analysis
• information architecture
• information security and governance
• planning commercial systems
• processes and workflows
• professional and business ethics
• project management.

You'll also have the opportunity to get hands-on experience with a work-integrated learning unit, with options for community-based volunteering, team projects or business internships.

Course structure

To complete the Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Analytics, students must attain a total of 32 credit points consisting of 16 credit points from the Bachelor of Commerce and 16 credit points from the Bachelor of Business Analytics, plus completion of the compulsory 0-credit point module, MAI010 Academic Integrity Module. Most units (think of units as 'subjects') are equal to 1 credit point. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake 2 trimesters each year.

Intakes by location

The availability of a course varies across locations and intakes. This means that a course offered in Trimester 1 may not be offered in the same location for Trimester 2 or 3. Check each intake for up-to-date information on when and where you can commence your studies.

Additional course information

Course duration - additional information

Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.

Mandatory student checks

Units which contain work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, working with children check or other check. These requirements will be detailed in unit guides upon enrolment.

Workload

As a student in the Faculty of Business and Law, you can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.

Participation requirements

Units in this course may have participation requirements that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.

Work experience

This course provides students the opportunity to complete one or more elective work integrated learning units.

Recognition of prior learning

If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for Recognition of Prior Learning. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your Recognition of Prior Learning.
Your Recognition of Prior Learning is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.

Entry pathways

Alternative exits

• Bachelor of Business Analytics (M340)
• Bachelor of Commerce (M300)
• Diploma of Business Studies (M201)

Careers

Career outcomes

With a double Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Analytics, you’ll be well-prepared for career opportunities including:

• accountant
• business analyst
• business development manager
• business intelligence analyst
• client services manager
• data architect
• data engineer
• economist
• network analyst
• operations manager
• risk assessor
• systems administrator.

Professional recognition

Completion of the Bachelor of Business Analytics and associated double degree courses grants eligibility for entry as a professional member of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Deakin Business School ranks in the top 1% of business schools globally.* The school holds the prestigious and globally recognised AACSB and EQUIS accreditations, which attest to quality, academic and professional excellence, ongoing improvement, innovation and graduate employability.