Course overview
Versatile business professionals in areas such as finance, marketing and business systems, are highly sought after in the global job market. Because commerce is about the exchange of goods and services, every industry needs experts in the field – from graduate to leadership positions.
This degree is designed to hone your skills in one or more business disciplines, readying you for a specialised career in dynamic industries. It’s a great choice for pursuing careers such as an accountant, financial planner, business analyst, tourism marketing manager, talent acquisition specialist or supply chain manager.
If you’re curious about business, enjoy problem-solving, and want a degree with career flexibility, this course is for you. As a graduate, you’ll have the business acumen and specialised skillsets required to thrive in your chosen career.
Career outcomes
Graduates of this course can find work in diverse roles, including marketing manager, ecommerce manager, accountant, internal auditor, business analyst and finance manager. See the individual majors for associated careers.
Industries
- Accounting and taxation
- Finance
- Government and non-profit
- ICT and cybersecurity
- Management
- Media and marketing
- Property
- Resources and energy
- Tourism
- Transport and supply chains
Professional accreditation and recognition
Commerce majors are designed, wherever possible, to conform to the membership standards of relevant professional bodies. Refer to individual majors for specific professional recognition and accreditation information.
Why study at Curtin?
High national ranking
Curtin Business School tops the rankings for business schools in Western Australia in the Eduniversal 'Palmes of Excellence' league (2024) as a "top business school with significant international influence".
Internationally accredited
Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school, through accreditation by EQUIS and AACSB and through our EFMD Accredited MBA.
Industry connected
At Curtin, a wealth of industry expertise is at your fingertips. You could increase your professional prospects through internships, networking events, training sessions, guest lectures and real-world projects.
Hear from our students
"I chose Curtin as it values building relationships with industry, and I knew this would be valuable not only during my course but also for my career. Most of my units include interacting with businesses in Western Australia and investigating how to help that business advance in their industry – we learn valuable lessons from people in the industry every day. I’m also the current president of the Curtin Women in Business (WIB) organisation. My involvement with WIB has helped me build industry connections and enhanced my networking, marketing, PR and events skills."
Angela Pua
Bachelor of Commerce (Entrepreneurship and Marketing)
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You may be finishing high school, coming from TAFE, or just thinking of a career change; but whatever your background, there’s an entry pathway to Curtin for you.
Other study options
See what else you can study at Curtin, including double degrees and honours courses.
Double degrees
Combine your Bachelor of Commerce with another degree, expanding your expertise and career options. You could study a double degree in:
Advanced Commerce (Honours)
Learn alongside the next generation of business leaders and researchers. Our Advanced Commerce (Honours) degree combines our three-year Bachelor of Commerce with our one-year Honours program, creating a holistic study journey available to high-achieving students.
Course structure
Year 1
You’ll begin by studying a suite of core units in business. You'll explore value-creation in business, learn to use financial information to make informed and responsible decisions, and develop business intelligence and analytical capabilities to interpret data. This will provide you with a strong base to build on as you progress through the course. You'll also choose your preferred discipline/s, and begin study in this area.
Year 2
In your second year, you'll continue to develop expertise in your chosen discipline/s. You’ll further develop your decision-making and leadership skills, which are essential in a future marketplace. You’ll also benefit from exposure to industry through field trips, work-related tasks, guest lectures and industry projects.
Year 3
In your final year you’ll undertake a capstone experience, enabling you to apply your skills in an industry environment.
Work-integrated learning
Real-world learning is an important component of this degree. Depending on your chosen major, you might gain hands-on skills in industry software such as LSEG Workspace for stock market trading and analysis, or TalkWalker for social media marketing and management.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Customise your degree
You can tailor your degree to your interests and goals by following these simple steps.
Step A: Choose your primary major
You’ll select your major during your first semester, to align the Bachelor of Commerce to your dream career:
- Accounting1
- Accounting and Audit Analytics1,2
- Accounting and Taxation2
- Business Information Systems
- Business Information Systems Extension3
- Business Law1
- Economics
- Finance1
- Finance and Financial Planning2
- Human Resource Management
- International Business
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Management1
- Marketing1
- Property Development and Valuation Extension3
- Property Investment and Development
- Tourism and Hospitality
- Tourism and Hospitality Global
¹ Available to study online.
² Available as part of a defined double major.
Step B: Complement your major
You'll select one of three options:
Option 1: A second major
With this option you benefit from studying two disciplines in equal depth and graduating with a double major. You can choose a second Commerce major, or one of the following majors from the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Creative Arts:
- Anthropology and Sociology
- Creative Writing
- Digital and Social Media
- English and Cultural Studies
- Fine Art
- Geography
- History
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Screen Arts
- Security and Strategic Studies
- Theatre Arts.
Note: This option is not available if you choose Business Information Systems Extension or Property Development and Valuation Extension. If you choose Accounting as your first major, you can choose a second major in Audit Analytics, Economics, Finance or Taxation.
Option 2: Two specialisations
A specialisation contains half the number of units as a major. Specialisations enable you to broaden your degree by studying two complementary disciplines alongside your business major.
Choose one of the following combinations:
- two business specialisations
- one business specialisation and a specialisation from selected areas in arts, design or science
Business specialisations offered are:
- Accounting for Business Decisions
- Advertising Management
- Applied Finance
- Banking
- Business Law and Policy
- Business Project Management
- Corporate Governance
- Employment Relations
- Entertainment and Creative Industries
- Event Management
- Fashion Marketing
- Information Systems in Business
- Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- International Management
- Marketing Foundations
- Property Investment
- Public Relations
- Small Business Start-up
- Social Leadership and Ethics
- Social Media and Digital Marketing
- Supply Chain and Marketing Distribution
- Taxation Law
- Tourism and Hospitality Essentials
- User Experience for Business Optimisation
- Workforce Management.
View full list of specialisations.
Note: This option is not available if you choose Business Information Systems Extension as your first major. If you choose Accounting or Property Development and Valuation Extension as your first major, you will have the option of studying one specialisation.
Option 3: Elective units
Choose eight elective units from any area, provided you meet the unit prerequisites. You could also study one business specialisation and four elective units.
Note: Options will be limited if you choose Accounting, Business Information Systems Extension or Property Development and Valuation Extension as your first major. These majors may have elective units within the structure that could be used to gain a specialisation.
Step C: Choose your capstone experience
Entry requirements
To study this course, you must meet the entry criteria:
- course ATAR, or equivalent, demonstrated via an accepted entry pathway
- any course-specific requirements
- English language requirement.
Guaranteed entry
If you achieve the guaranteed ATAR/selection rank for this course and meet all other entry requirements, you’re guaranteed a place in this course.
Entry pathways
There are different ways to meet our academic entry requirements. Choose the option that best suits the highest level of education that you’ve achieved.
Curious how students entered this course? See the entry pathways other students have taken.
Course-specific requirements
You’ll also need to meet any specific requirements to be eligible to apply for this course.
Study credit and support
You may be able to receive study credit or support based on your previous experience or personal circumstances.
Get credit towards your degree
You may be able to receive credit for recognised learning (CRL) from past study or professional experience, which could reduce the time it takes to finish your course.
Find specific details about CRL for this course on the Handbook.
Special consideration
If your studies were affected by circumstances beyond your control, you may be eligible for special consideration when applying to Curtin. This process is available to new applicants only and allows your application to be assessed in light of those circumstances.
Additional information
Notes about this course
Make sure you check the course notes for any other important information.
Fees
2025 Domestic indicative fees
2026 Domestic indicative fees
*The indicative first-year fee is based on a standard full-time study load of 200 credit points.
This fee is a guide only. Your total fee may vary depending on the units you choose, your study load or if your course includes additional requirements. For more information on fees, see other fees and charges.
Scholarships
Get the support you need to succeed with our diverse range of scholarships. Whether it’s financial support, assistance with relocation, or recognition for your academic achievements, we have scholarships tailored to your unique needs.
Curtin Excellence Scholarship
The Excellence scholarship offers support ranging from $5,000 to $15,000 in value to current high school leavers who receive an ATAR of 96 and above.
How to apply
Follow these steps to make sure you’re eligible, prepared and ready to apply for your course.
Check entry requirements
Entry requirements differ by course and your previous work and study experience.
Prepare your documents
The documents you need may vary depending on your course and application pathway.
Check application deadlines
Deadlines vary by course and whether you’re applying as a domestic or international student.
Choose your application pathway
I’m in year 12 or applying for Medicine
If you’re in year 12 or recently finished high school, you’ll need to apply through TISC.
You’ll apply through TISC no matter what you studied in high school, whether that was:
- ATAR
- General subjects
- Certificate IV
- or completing UniReady in Schools program.
TISC has different application dates to Curtin. Visit the TISC website for all important dates, including application deadlines.
I have finished high school
If you’re not a current year 12 student or recent graduate, you’re considered a non school leaver and you’ll apply directly to Curtin.
The only exception is Medicine, which must be applied for through TISC.
You’ll apply directly to Curtin if you are:
- a high school graduate who finished school last year or earlier
- transferring from another university
- returning to study or using your professional experience to qualify
- progressing from a VET or TAFE qualification or bridging program
- a current Curtin student changing courses or campuses.
Application deadlines can vary by course. Make sure to check application deadlines before you apply.
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