Major overview
Turn legal insight into business advantage with a major in business law
3 reasons to study business law at Murdoch University
- Apply legal knowledge in real business contexts while collaborating with organisations through our Work Integrated Learning program.
- Build industry connections through our professional networks and associations that help expand your career opportunities and professional credibility.
- Develop the legal insight valued by business leaders, learning how to identify regulatory risks, manage compliance and make confident decisions in complex commercial environments.
What you’ll learn
- Analyse how laws and regulations influence business strategy and organisational decision making.
- Interpret the contracts, commercial agreements and legal frameworks that govern business activity.
- Understand employment law, consumer protection and corporate compliance requirements.
- Evaluate ethical considerations and legal risks in commercial environments.
- Apply dispute resolution strategies to manage conflicts in business settings.
Flexibility was key for me, and Murdoch University's diverse range of study options gave me the perfect fit. I love the blended learning format, and their small class sizes and supportive faculty mean I'm never lost in the crowd. I feel like I can really thrive here.
Jasmin, Business
Your future career in business law
- Compliance officer
- Corporate governance officer
- Policy adviser
- Contract manager
- Financial services officer
- Business consultant
- Business owner
- Entrepreneur
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
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Start dates (Transnational)
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 1, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
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Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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How to Apply
Majors are part of a degree and can't be applied on their own. Apply for a related degree first, then choose your major once enrolled.
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