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Open to a career in Business
Does the idea of finding unique solutions to business problems get you motivated? Or perhaps you get excited about pitching a new marketing campaign that you’ve built from the ground up?
Maybe you aspire to someday be the head of a major corporation, start your own enterprise, or even play a role in shaping government policy.
If so, it sounds like you could be open to a career in business!
A Bachelor of Business can open the door to countless opportunities, with the flexibility of this degree being one of its greatest advantages. It’s the perfect choice for students who know they want a job in the business world but aren’t yet sure which specific area they want to pursue. The degree is designed to give you a broad foundation of knowledge, allowing you to explore different aspects of the business world before committing to a particular pathway.
This is thanks to the core units of the degree, which provide a rounded view of business across important disciplines such as Business Law, Accounting, Marketing, and Management. By engaging with these areas early in your studies, you’ll gain valuable insights into what your future career might look like, helping you make an informed decision when it comes time to select your major.
Speaking of majors, we offer 11 unique options for Bachelor of Business students. In addition to the areas covered in the core units, you can choose to specialise in Banking, Finance, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resource Management, International Business, or Entrepreneurship and Innovation. Each major is designed to equip you with targeted expertise while still building on the strong foundation provided during your core unit studies.
Regardless of which major you choose, Bachelor of Business graduates leave Murdoch University with a powerful set of skills. You’ll develop management capabilities that are creative, ethical, and inclusive. You’ll learn strategies to address complex business challenges, sharpen your dynamic problem-solving abilities, and gain global business and leadership skills that are highly sought after in today’s interconnected world.
The places you could go
Career outcomes for business graduates are incredibly diverse. The business world is made up of countless roles, meaning you can truly design your own pathway. If you have a keen eye for numbers, you might choose a major in accounting and pursue a career as a financial analyst or an auditor.
If you’re more interested in people and workplace culture, Human Resource Management could be your calling. Those with a passion for travel and service may find Hospitality and Tourism Management rewarding, while aspiring entrepreneurs can use the Entrepreneurship and Innovation major to bring their ideas to life.
A Bachelor of Business is more than just a degree, it’s a launchpad for a brighter future.
Come along to Open Day on 28 March 2026 and discover what you might be open to!
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Monday 23 February 2026
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