Bachelors of Environmental Science / Business

This double degree blends environmental science with business, giving you the skills to build a career at the intersection of sustainability and commerce. It’s ideal if you care deeply about the planet but also want to understand how businesses operate — so you can influence decisions, design sustainable solutions, and make a real-world impact. You’ll explore everything from ecology, conservation, and environmental policy to business planning, management, marketing, and finance — learning both sides of the sustainability equation.

Curriculum Structure

Year 1
You’ll start with the basics, getting a strong foundation in both environmental science and business. On the science side, you might dive into “Introduction to Environmental Sustainability” or “Earth Systems,” discovering how ecosystems function and why balance matters. At the same time, your business courses — like “Introduction to Marketing” or “Introduction to Business Law” — will help you understand how companies work. By the end of your first year, you’ll have a solid grounding in both fields, ready to see how they connect.

Year 2
Now it gets more interesting. In environmental science, you might tackle courses like “Global Environmental Challenges” or “Soil and Water Science,” giving you the tools to understand pollution, biodiversity loss, and water management. On the business side, classes such as “Business Data Analysis” or “Business Decision-Making” teach you how to make smart decisions that consider environmental impacts. By now, the pieces start to come together: you’ll see clearly how business strategies and environmental thinking intersect.

Year 3
In your third year, you can start specializing. On the science side, you might focus on a major like “Ecology and Conservation,” “Urban Environments,” or “Soil and Water Science.” In business, you can choose from majors such as “International Business,” “Sustainable Business,” “Marketing,” “Finance,” or “Environmental Management.” This is the year where you shape the kind of graduate you want to be — whether that’s a sustainability-focused business strategist, an environmental consultant, or something entirely unique.

Year 4
Your final year is all about putting theory into practice. You might complete a research project or an industry internship, tackling real-world challenges like urban ecosystem planning, water resource management, or biodiversity surveys. On the business side, you’ll apply your skills in analytics, management, or marketing to sustainable projects. By the time you graduate, you won’t just have knowledge — you’ll have practical experience and confidence to step into roles where you can make a tangible difference.

Focus Areas
Sustainability, Ecology & Conservation, Environmental Management + Business Strategy, Marketing, Finance, or International/Environmental Business.

What You’ll Take Away
You’ll be able to analyze environmental challenges, design sustainable business solutions, understand resource management, and combine scientific insight with business acumen. Graduates leave ready to influence corporate strategy, policy, or conservation efforts — making an impact in both the environmental and business worlds.

Professional Alignment
Griffith’s business school is well-regarded for sustainable business and responsible leadership. That means you’ll graduate with credentials that open doors to roles in business, environmental agencies, and consultancies — giving you credibility in both science and business.

Why It’s a Great Choice
Griffith University is known for combining forward-thinking business education with real-world relevance, especially in sustainability and ethical business. This unique dual perspective gives you an edge in a competitive job market: employers value graduates who understand both environmental science and business strategy.