Major Undergraduate

Business Law

Major details for:
Murdoch code
MJ-BLWA
Study mode
Full Time or Part Time
What is a Major?
A major is your primary area of focus within a degree. It determines the core subjects you'll study and the skills you'll master.

Major overview

Every business and industry is affected by the law - and this course could open up a world of opportunities for you.

Develop the management, business skills and legal knowledge needed to conduct day-to-day business. Identify when you need to seek legal advice and examine the important areas of finance, advertising and employment law. You'll graduate knowing your rights as an employer and employee and will have the knowledge to set up and register your own business.

You'll explore the laws around consumer and employee protection, product disclosure, business reporting, compliance and many other areas of business. You'll also study principles of order and justice, and the different ways business disputes can be resolved.

3 reasons to study Business Law at Murdoch

  1. Work with real organisations on real projects as part of our work integrated learning program.
  2. Build your network of contacts by becoming a member of professional bodies and associations through our industry connections.
  3. Learn from experts in business law as they share their experience and insights from a range of perspectives.

What you'll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

  • Business ethics
  • Contracts and tort law
  • Commercial law
  • Employment law
  • Company law
  • Finance law
  • Taxation

Your future career

You'll graduate ready to work in practically any business or industry across state and federal government agencies, non-governmental organisations (known as NGOs), not-for-profit organisations, major international brands or in other areas. Careers could include:

  • Financial Services Officer
  • Legal Compliance Officer
  • Business Owner or Entrepreneur
  • Financial Analyst

For more details about this course, please download our information pack.

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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Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode
Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No
Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes No 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.

Unit code Unit name Credit points

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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