La Trobe University
Bachelor of Business (Economics)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationDevelop solid foundations in modern business with La Trobe's Bachelor of Business. In this flexible degree, you'll explore all our business disciplines in your first year before choosing from one of ten majors. You'll also have the option to pair your major with complementary study from another discipline through minors and optional second majors.
About the Economics major
As a social science, economics is an exciting and challenging discipline that explores real-world issues and analyses ways to improve the well-being of people and the societies we live in. This major will give you valuable insights into the application of economic principles to develop government policy, business solutions and understand the choices people make. Analyse important issues such as poverty, inequality, inflation, unemployment, environmental issues, innovation, digital transformation, international competition, trade and economic development, many of which relate to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The key graduate attributes that a major in economics develop are critical thinking, problem solving, researching and evaluating information. Overall you gain the skills for careers in economic and social policy, business, banking, financial markets and consulting.
Delivery mode
La Trobe University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
- 255 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, NSW
- Edwards Road, Flora Hill, Bendigo, VIC
- Levels 2, 3 and 20, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC
- Plenty Road, Bundoora, Melbourne, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 55.85 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Business (Economics) will prepare you for the following roles.
Investment Analyst
An Investment Analyst evaluates financial data and trends to provide investment recommendations. You might work in financial institutions, investme...
Budget Analyst
A Budget Analyst evaluates financial data to assist organisations in managing their budgets effectively. You might work in government, corporate se...
Economic Forecaster
An Economic Forecaster analyses economic data to predict future market trends and economic conditions. You might work for government agencies, fina...
Environmental Economist
An Environmental Economist analyses the economic impacts of environmental policies and resources. You may work in government, NGOs, or research ins...
World Bank Consultant
A World Bank Consultant plays a crucial role in providing expert advice and strategic recommendations to governments and organisations on economic...
Strategic Planner
A Strategic Planner develops and implements plans to help organisations achieve long-term goals. You might work in corporate offices, government ag...
Chartered Financial Analyst
A Chartered Financial Analyst provides investment and financial advice to clients. You might work in a financial services firm, a bank, or an inves...
Credit Risk Analyst
A Credit Risk Analyst is responsible for evaluating the creditworthiness of potential clients and monitoring the financial performance of existing...
Finance Director
A Finance Director oversees the financial health of an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, a non-profit, or government agency. Fin...
Acquisition Manager
An Acquisition Manager oversees the process of acquiring new assets or businesses for an organisation. You might work in a corporate setting, a fin...
About La Trobe University
La Trobe is a university known for making a positive difference in the lives of our students, partners and communities. We will become an even more valued and relevant university because of the way we respond to their needs in this time of great local and national crisis.
Our aim is to emerge as a more resilient, future-focused and necessarily more efficient institution that will thrive in a post-COVID world by being more sharply focused on the needs of our community, and by playing to our strengths in teaching and research.
