Study Business & Commerce

Gain the skills to succeed in the world of business

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Take the first step toward a business career or sharpen the skills you already have. JCU Business & Commerce gives you the knowledge, practical experience and industry links you need to thrive in any commercial setting.
Choose from on-campus or online courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level, each designed with input from practising professionals, so what you learn in class matches what employers need. You’ll tackle real projects, connect with local organisations and graduate ready to add value from day one.
Why study Business and Commerce at JCU?
  • Gain real-world experience through work-integrated learning and placements, ensuring you're work-ready by the time you graduate.
  • Choose from on-campus or online study modes, and full-time or part-time options, making it easier to fit your studies into your lifestyle.
  • Tailor your degree by selecting specialisations that match your career goals. Some of the majors you can choose from include HR, Management, Tourism, Events, Finance, Accounting, Financial Advising, Marketing, and Economics, with many more to discover!
  • Benefit from a supportive learning environment, where you’ll receive guidance from educators and mentors dedicated to your success.
  • Explore postgraduate pathways such as the Master of Business Administration (MBA) or the Graduate Certificate of Project Management, designed to expand your expertise and help you advance your career.
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Industry experience

Benefit from internships, business mentors and real-world industry experience.

Finish sooner

Complete your studies sooner with credit for previous tertiary study.

Set for success

Develop innovative thinking, ensuring your success in the modern business world.

Undergraduate options
Bachelor of Business
Gain the skills to become an effective leader and understand how every decision drives organisational success. With a strong focus on real-world projects, JCU's Bachelor of Business prepares you to step straight into the workforce or launch your own venture.

Fast facts

Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
Starts: January, May, September
Entry requirements:* ATAR: 59
Recommended knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C)

*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2025 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.

^James Cook University partners with Russo Higher Education Pty Ltd to deliver the programs available at our Brisbane campus.


Majors

**Delivered in mixed mode at the marked locations.


What career possibilities are there?

Depending on your major you could become a behaviour-change specialist, brand and promotions strategist, business-intelligence analyst, digital-marketing consultant, entrepreneur, event or tourism manager, government-relations officer, HR manager, IT project manager, operations manager, project manager or social-media strategist.


Bachelor of Commerce
Build expert knowledge in finance, accounting and economics while mastering data-driven decision-making with the Bachelor of Commerce. Work-integrated learning with industry partners equips you with job-ready skills from day one.

Fast facts

Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
Starts: January, May, September
Entry requirements:* ATAR: 59
Recommended knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C)

*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2025 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.

^James Cook University partners with Russo Higher Education Pty Ltd to deliver the programs available at our Brisbane campus.


Majors


What career possibilities are there?

Depending on your major, you could become an accountant, business manager, commercial and taxation law specialist, corporate financial manager, data analyst, economist, consultant, financial analyst, financial controller, foreign-exchange trader, investment banker or manager, risk manager or stockbroker.


Postgraduate options
Graduate Certificate of Project Management
Explore current industry trends and learn to plan, lead and deliver complex projects sustainably with this postgraduate qualification in project management. Case-based learning builds skills in linear scheduling, governance, risk assessment and quality management.

Fast facts

Location: Online, Townsville, Brisbane^
Starts: January, May, September
Entry requirements:* An AQF level 7 bachelor degree or equivalent

*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2025 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.

^James Cook University partners with Russo Higher Education Pty Ltd to deliver the programs available at our Brisbane campus.


Professional accreditation

This course is globally accredited by the Center for Project Innovation. Graduates are eligible for Certified Project Officer (CPO) status.


Core subjects

  • Management Methods for Complex Projects
  • Project Governance and Asset Management
  • Project Management Principles and Foundations
  • Risk Assessment and Quality Project Management


What career possibilities are there?

Project-management expertise is valued across construction, finance, health, engineering, defence, telecommunications, IT and the public sector. Your skills in planning, risk mitigation and systematic process design will position you for advancement at every organisational level.


Master of Business Administration
Develop advanced management capabilites and learn to analyse, plan and execute strategic decisions with JCU's Master of Business Administration. Engage with leading academics, build a powerful professional network and specialise through targeted majors.

Fast facts

Location: Townsville, Brisbane^
Starts: January, May, September
Entry requirements:* An AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a related field, or an AQF level 8 degree, or four years of management or professional experience that meets the course coordinator's requirements. Your past learning and work experience might also count towards entry requirements and advanced credits.

*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2025 or later. Prospective domestic students and all international applicants should contact the University to confirm admission requirements and the availability of courses. Information is correct at the time of publishing. James Cook University reserves the right to alter any course or admission requirement without prior notice.

^James Cook University partners with Russo Higher Education Pty Ltd to deliver the programs available at our Brisbane campus.


Majors

  • Economic Resilience – Townsville
  • Leadership – Townsville, Brisbane^
  • Project Management – Townsville, Brisbane^
  • Entrepreneurship – Brisbane^


What career possibilities are there?

MBA graduates are in demand locally and globally. The breadth of study supports careers in strategic leadership, human-resource management, marketing, business law, finance, corporate innovation and tropical economic development.

Discover pathway options
If you do not meet the entry requirements of your chosen degree, there are pathways and bridging courses you can take to help you gain entry.

Enrolling in JCU Prep can help you meet entry requirements. Introductory academic subjects are also available to prepare you for taking the leap into tertiary study.
How to apply
Apply today via the link below using the QTAC or course code on the relevant course page.
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Explore your options

Chose your JCU course, confirm that you meet the entry requirements, and note the QTAC code or course code.

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Check the application dates

Refer to the application due dates on the QTAC or JCU websites to ensure you apply before the deadline. 

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Apply online via QTAC or JCU

If applying for entry into a bachelor's degree please submit your application via QTAC. For all other applications please apply via the JCU Application Portal.

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