Study at the #1 uni in Queensland for graduate starting salary*
Take your first steps into the fast-paced world of business or upskill for your next role. JCU Business & Commerce empowers you with the knowledge, skills and industry connections to excel in any business environment.
Offering a broad range of on-campus and online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, JCU Business & Commerce supports graduates to be forward-thinking, industry-ready leaders, who excel in enterprise both at a local and global level.
Excel through strong ties to local businesses, supportive academics, flexible study options and Government-funded study options. Be ready today for tomorrow.
* 2024 Good Universities Guide
in Queensland for career impact in business1
for full-time employment2
in Australia for Career Impact in Business1
1. 2023 AFR BOSS Best Business Schools | 2. 2024 Good Universities Guide
Benefit from internships, business mentors and real-world industry experience.
Complete your studies sooner with credit for previous tertiary study.
Develop innovative thinking, ensuring your success in the modern business world.
Gain the skills to become an effective leader in business and learn how decisions you make contribute directly to an organisation’s success. With a strong focus on real-world skills this course will enable you to transition seamlessly into the workforce or confidently start your own company.
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 2024 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.
In your first year, you will study core subjects relevant to all business majors. You can then tailor your degree to suit your interests by selecting your preferred major from the options available below.
Business Intelligence and Information Systems
Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Location: Online, Cairns*, Townsville*, Brisbane
*This major is offered in mixed mode at these locations.
Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville
Location: Online, Brisbane
Location: Online, Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane
Location: Online, Townsville
Location: Online, Cairns*, Townsville
*This major is offered in mixed mode at this location.
Depending on the major you choose, you could go on to find employment as a:
Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help.
Contact us by:
Email -
study@jcu.edu.au
Phone -
1800 246 446
Or, visit the Bachelor of Business course page on our website.
Explore the important and challenging work of balancing profit, policy, and conservation, study the effects of human behaviour on climate, and learn to plan and lead sustainable business practices. Develop the skills to confidently integrate and apply theoretical and technical knowledge of business and environmental science.
Location:
Townsville
Starts:
January, May, September
Entry requirements**:
ATAR: 63
Recommended knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), Chemistry (Units 3/4,C), and General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4, C)
**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2024 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.
Roles within aquaculture are varied and you will have the satisfaction of working within a continuous cycle of life. Your days may comprise a mix of managing animals and organisms, leading research projects, collecting field data, analysing samples or contributing to new discoveries.
Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help. Contact us by:
Email - study@jcu.edu.au
Phone - 1800 246 446
Or, visit the Bachelor of Business and Environmental Science course page on our website.
Build a creative and innovative mindset with a course designed to future-proof a career in commerce. Learn the importance of data-driven decision making and develop essential job-readiness skills through work-integrated learning opportunities with JCU's industry partners.
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)
*Not all majors are available in all locations, please see the 'Majors' section below for more information.
**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2024 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.
Click on the majors below to learn more about each subject area.
Location: Online, Brisbane, Cairns, Townsville
Location: Online
Location: Online, Townsville
Location: Online, Townsville
Location: Online, Townsville
Depending on the major you choose, you could go on to find employment as an:
Email - study@jcu.edu.au
Phone - 1800 246 446
Or, visit the Bachelor of Commerce course page on our website.
Learn about industry trends and strategies for managing projects sustainably in multiple contexts. Engage with real-world problems through case studies and develop vital skills in linear planning, leadership and management, and risk assessment in complex projects.
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 2024 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.
Click on the subject titles below to learn more about the teaching outcomes and assessment criteria.
Management Methods for Complex Projects
Project Governance and Asset Management
Project Management Principles and Foundations
Risk Assessment and Quality Project Management
Project management is a core capability across all organisational levels and industries, both in Australia and internationally. Upon graduation your skills in planning, addressing risks and systematic process strategies will be highly sought after by employers in the public sector, construction, business, finance, health, engineering, defence, telecommunications and information technology.
Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help.
Contact us by:
Email -
study@jcu.edu.au
Phone -
1800 246 446
Or, visit the Graduate Certificate of Project Management course page on our website.
Develop advanced management skills and learn how to successfully analyse, plan and implement decisions in the workplace. Be exposed to a broad range of disciplines, learn from leading business experts, and benefit from highly-influential networking.
Location:
Online, Townsville, Brisbane
Starts:
January, May, September
Entry requirements**:
An AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or an AQF level 8 degree; or four years managerial experience that satisfies the course co-ordinator's requirements.
*Not all majors are available in all locations, please see the 'Majors' section below for more information.
**This web page is intended as a general guide for domestic students commencing 2024 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.
Click on the majors below to learn more.
Location: Online, Townsville
Location: Online, Townsville, Brisbane
Location: Online, Townsville, Brisbane
JCU MBA graduates are highly sought after across industries in both local and global settings, particularly in relevance to the Tropics.
Thanks to the broad spectrum of topics covered through the degree and the ability to major in a choice of subjects, MBA graduates are well placed to pursue a career in a number of business areas including human resource management, marketing, business law, and finance.
Chat to us, we’re here to answer your questions if you need help. Contact us by:
Email - study@jcu.edu.au
Phone - 1800 246 446
Or, visit the Master of Business Administration course page on our website.
"I gained real-world connections and deep financial knowledge in this course, which provided the right formula for success in my job search. The small classes provide an excellent opportunity for stimulating discussions on global economic trends but also for pioneering research in the Honours component."
Siddarth Roche
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) - Alumni
"I choose to study at JCU in Townsville because of its world class education and location – warm and sunny weather all year long, and right on the Great Barrier Reef! On graduation, I hope to get a job within sustainability consulting or investment banking in Australia or England."
Nora Lundstroem
Bachelor of Business and Environmental Science - Student
"Project management is a vital aspect of any business, regardless of the size of its operations or the industry to which it belongs. Studying project management at JCU has given me the skills I need and a competitive advantage in fulfilling the requirements of modern business sectors."
Zaher Azroun
Master of Business Administration, Major in Project Management - Student
