Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Journalism

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Why choose this course?
The combination of journalism with business majors will equip you for specialist journalism careers in finance, international affairs, or political and social commentary. You’ll be prepared to investigate, write and present news across platforms including online, print, radio and television. Understanding how business works, including people and process management, project planning, business analysis and general business concepts, will be vital to your professional career.
You will gain in-depth knowledge in journalism within 16 specialist units. Your business degree component comprises eight business core units and eight business major units.
Career outcomes

Graduates work in a diverse range of interesting careers, taking on positions such as:


journalist

media executive

business analyst

researcher.

Professional recognition

The journalism degree is recognised by the Australian Journalists' Association (AJA) section of the Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance (MEAA). Students may be eligible for membership to a number of business professional bodies depending on choice of business major and unit selection. Details on professional recognition can be found under the individual majors of the Bachelor of Business (BS05).
Research pathways

Bachelor of Business (Honours) option

High-achieving students who wish to take further studies may enrol in BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours).