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- 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, Sports and Events Management, 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 Graduate Certificate of Project Management, designed to expand your expertise and help you advance your career.
Fast facts
Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
Starts: February, 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 2026 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
- Business Intelligence and Information Systems – Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
- Hospitality and Tourism Management – Online, Cairns**, Brisbane^
- Human Resources Management – Online, Cairns, Townsville
- International Business – Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
- Management – Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
- Marketing Strategy and Analytics – Online, Townsville
- Sports and Event Management – Online, Cairns**
**Delivered in mixed mode at the marked locations. Students will need to undertake some subjects offered only in Online mode.
Joint degree options
You may also be interested in studying the Bachelor of Business as part of a joint degree:
- Bachelor of Business - Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Business - Bachelor of Psychological Science
- Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Business
Credit and articulation
Australian Defence Force (ADF) PathwaysEligible ADF personnel can receive advanced standing (study credit) in recognition of their military academic qualifications and professional experience, enabling members to enter JCU's Bachelor of Business in the final year of study (Year 3). Find out more.
Capability.Co Pathways — Archways to Opportunities
Recognised Capability.Co HCS micro-credentials can be used as a pathway into JCU’s Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Commerce. Eligible students can receive advanced standing (study credit) for prior workplace learning and skills which can reduce the time and cost required to complete a business or commerce degree at JCU.
For McDonald's Shift Managers - 4 Archways to Opportunity micro-credentials:
- Bachelor of Business - 4 subjects (20 to complete)
For McDonald's Department Managers - 8 Archways to Opportunity micro-credentials:
- Bachelor of Business - 8 subjects (16 to complete)
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.
Fast facts
Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
Starts: February, 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 2026 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
- Accounting – Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane^
- Banking and Finance – Online
- Economics – Online, Townsville
- Financial Advising – Online, Townsville
- Financial Management – Online, Townsville
Capability.Co Pathways - Archways to Opportunities
Recognised Capability.Co HCS micro-credentials can be used as a pathway into JCU’s Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Business. Eligible students can receive advanced standing (study credit) for prior workplace learning and skills which can reduce the time and cost required to complete a business or commerce degree at JCU.
For McDonald's Shift Managers - 4 Archways to Opportunity micro-credentials:
- Bachelor of Commerce - 4 subjects (20 to complete)
For McDonald's Department Managers - 8 Archways to Opportunity micro-credentials:
- Bachelor of Commerce - 8 subjects (16 to complete)
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.
Fast facts
Location: Online, Townsville, Brisbane^
Starts: February, May
Entry requirements:* Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree; or equivalent.
*This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2027 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 program is globally accredited by the Center for Project Innovation. Graduates who complete this program (subjects: LB5403:03, LB5246:03, LB5245:03 and LB5247:03) are eligible to be admitted as Certified Project Officers (CPO).
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.
"I was drawn to JCU because of their real-world experiences I knew they provided to their students, through internships and the Work in Learning subject. JCU has a strong sense of community, and it was comforting to start out in a welcoming environment from day one."
Ashley Camilleri
Bachelor of Commerce – Alumni
"Studying at JCU gave me the flexibility to grow my skills while serving in the ADF, relocating twice, and raising a young family. The support from staff, engaging group projects, and excellent online learning made all the difference in helping me refine my leadership and management skills within the ADF."
Grant Jon McMahon
Bachelor of Business – Alumni
"The structure and delivery of the course was flexible and fit well into my full-time work and family commitments. I was able to complete my studies online, with no impact to my daily work. As a mum of 2 teenage boys, it was very important to me that JCU provided a well-balanced study environment."
Kim Baker
Graduate Certificate of Project Management – Alumni
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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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