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This program equips you with analytical capabilities to understand the economic forces shaping global markets. Our dynamic curriculum combines academic rigor with real-world relevance, featuring faculty who actively contribute to cutting-edge research. Industry collaborations ensure you'll tackle current business challenges through practical projects. Through our innovative 3 PLUS 1 Pathway, you can combine the Bachelor of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade) with a Master of Finance, earning dual qualifications in just four years by strategically using undergraduate electives to accelerate your master's studies.
The program begins with foundational courses in analytics, accounting, and economic principles, establishing essential business knowledge applicable across various professions. As you progress, you'll specialize in advanced topics including macroeconomic policy, investment management, and global financial markets. The curriculum offers experiential learning opportunities through international study tours, professional placements, or applied research projects with industry partners.
Career pathways include:
Business consultant: Supporting enterprises through financial analysis, strategic planning, and market evaluation to enhance operational performance and profitability.Business strategist: Developing growth initiatives by assessing market conditions, financial opportunities, and competitive landscapes across domestic and international markets.Economic analyst: Applying quantitative methods to advise stakeholders on policy decisions, market trends, and business strategies within global economic contexts.Investment specialistFinancial risk manager: Evaluating organizational exposure to market fluctuations and developing mitigation strategies for financial institutions and corporations.Market intelligence analyst: Conducting comprehensive research on consumer behavior, competitive dynamics, and industry trends to guide strategic business decisions.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND
Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), or
Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.
OR
Higher education study
Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education
institution, or
Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)
Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience
Qualify for Special Entry, or
Complete a UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
English language requirements:
IELTS score of 6.0; TOEFL iBT score of 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18; TOEFL paper-based test (PBT) score of 550 with TWE of 4.5; iBT score of 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18; Cambridge CAE/CPE score of 169; Pearson's test of English (Academic) (PTE) score of 50 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50; CELUSA score of AE4.