Major overview
Management knowledge and skills such as problem-solving and decision-marking are valued and needed in small-to-medium enterprises, non-profit organisations, large corporations and government – both locally and globally.
Management professionals have a leading role in supervising and mentoring staff, balancing budgets, and ensuring tasks and projects are completed efficiently. They are skilled at implementing organisational values, and ethical and sustainable business practices.
In this major, you’ll gain the expertise to lead teams, manage budgets and provide solutions to challenges that organisations are facing today and into the future.
By the time you graduate, you’ll have gained a versatile set of skills that will empower you to excel in the world of business management. Whether you embark on an entrepreneurial venture or assume a managerial role in an established organisation, you’ll be well-equipped for a successful career in an area you’re passionate about.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Career outcomes
Management expertise such as problem-solving and decision-making are valued in small-to-medium enterprises, non-profit organisations, large corporations and government – both locally and globally. In Australia, specialist manager jobs are expected to grow by more than 20% by 2035.¹
What jobs can a Management major lead to?
- Business or retail manager
- Innovation manager
- Management consultant
- Product development manager
- Service delivery manager
- Sustainability officer/manager
What jobs can a Management double major lead to?
- Art gallery manager (with Fine Art)
- Hotel manager (with Tourism and Hospitality)
- HR Manager (with Human Resource Management)
- Import/export manager (with International Business)
- Managing editor (with Professional Writing and Publishing or Journalism)
- Marketing manager (with Marketing)
- Theatre manager (with Theatre Arts)
- Supply chain manager (with Logistics and Supply Chain Management)
¹ Source: Jobs and Skills Australia – Employment Projections.
Professional accreditation and recognition
Graduates may be eligible for membership of the Australian Institute of Management.
Why study at Curtin?
High rankings
Curtin is the top-ranked university in Western Australia for Management. (Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025)
An elite business school
Curtin Business School is recognised as an elite global business school through accreditation by EQUIS, AACSB International and an EFMD Accredited MBA.
Industry-aligned
Our business courses are reviewed by an Advisory Network, made up of more than 50 members of industry, ensuring that you’ll graduate with a skillset aligned with industry needs.
Hear from our students
"My favourite part of this course is having the opportunity to practise my presentation and pitching skills. I enjoy practical learning and engaging with people; it’s just like a real business environment."
Ethan Calleja
Bachelor of Commerce (Management)
Major structure
What you’ll learn
In this course, you’ll also study strategic management, change management, innovative leadership, and incorporating ethics and sustainability into the workplace.
With a strong focus on practical application and experiential learning, you’ll be well-prepared for professional workplaces.
You’ll also gain skills in strategic management, change management, innovative leadership and incorporating ethics and sustainability into the workplace.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
Study combinations
You can study this major under the following degrees:
- Bachelor of Commerce (as a single or double major)
- Bachelor of Advanced Commerce (Honours) (as a single or double major)
- Bachelor of Innovation (as a single major)
- Bachelor of Arts (as a double major with an Arts major)
Your choice of parent degree can influence the type of career you might have.
Our Commerce degree also offers additional opportunities to customise your course by offering specialisations as well as majors.
How to apply
This major is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this major either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
Choose your degree
To study this major, you'll need to apply one of the degrees listed below.Explore more
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