Bachelor of Business Management (Honours)

Here’s how experiential learning comes to life in the Bachelor of Business Management (Honours) at The University of Queensland (UQ) — you’ll develop real-world research and analytical skills, all supported by excellent facilities and a vibrant academic community.

In this one-year honours program, you’ll design and carry out a supervised research project (your thesis) in a business area that interests you, working closely with a dedicated supervisor. The focus is on high-level academic inquiry rather than just coursework, giving you the chance to dive deep into meaningful research.

Study

You’ll become part of the UQ Business School research community, which is well-known for applied business research. This means you’ll be learning in an environment where research makes a real impact on business practice.

Research Support

UQ’s wider infrastructure also supports your advanced study. You’ll have access to excellent research facilities, the central university library system, and mentoring programs designed specifically for honours students.

Here are some of the specific experiential learning features to know about:

• You’ll complete Honours Thesis A and research-design courses such as Research Design for Honours, Theory and Research in Strategic Management, and Organisational Research Paradigms.

• You’ll be supervised by a staff member who will help you develop your study plan, review your progress, and provide feedback along the way.

• Through the honours program, you’ll also have access to electives in management, marketing, strategy, and a mix of qualitative and quantitative research methods.

• The program draws on UQ’s broader research infrastructure: the Business School’s research hubs provide a rich environment where you can tackle real-world business challenges through your research.

• You’ll have full access to the university’s library system, which supports your research with extensive collections and study spaces.

Even though the honours program is research-focused, the underlying business degrees include work-integrated learning opportunities and industry projects. This gives you the chance to achieve outcomes that are truly applied to the business world.

This means you’re not just sitting in lectures — you’re actively conducting research, applying theory, and engaging with real business challenges, all while benefiting from UQ’s outstanding facilities and research culture.

You’ll graduate with strong skills in research, strategic thinking, and business leadership. This degree opens doors to roles such as Business Controller, Research Administration Officer, Relationship Manager, and Enterprise Business Development Manager.

Progression & Future Opportunities:

University support to boost your career:

• The UQ Enhance your Employability program helps you gain practical experience through internships, mentoring, volunteering, and global opportunities — all designed to strengthen your CV and professional network.

• The Business, Economics & Law Career Service Advisors offer one-on-one career guidance, employer networking events, and workshops to prepare you for the job market.

Employment outcomes:

• Graduates from this honours program have secured positions in Australia and overseas, working in multinational companies, start-ups, government agencies, and research institutions.

• Many go on to roles in management consulting, marketing consulting, or market research, applying their skills at a high professional level.
  (Note: exact salary figures for this honours program are not listed.)

University–industry partnerships & practical experience:

• The program includes research projects and thesis work under supervision, giving you the chance to apply business theory in real-world settings.

Long-term accreditation value:

• As an honours degree at AQF Level 8, it reflects a high standard of academic achievement and research capability.

• Graduates may also qualify for membership with professional bodies like the Australian Marketing Institute or the Australian Human Resources Institute.

Graduation outcomes:

• Students who achieve Class I or Class II A Honours are eligible for most PhD programs in Australia (and some overseas).

• The learning outcomes equip you for leadership and analytical roles, not just entry-level positions.

Further Academic Progression:

• Completing the honours year positions you strongly for postgraduate research, such as a PhD, or professional postgraduate studies in business, management, marketing, or organisational research.

• The program’s recognition makes it easier to transition into high-level research roles or specialised master’s programs, depending on your interests.