Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of New England Armidale

Program Overview

The University of New England Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Economics is a dual degree that combines core business knowledge with advanced economic analysis, giving you a powerful, versatile skill set for modern industries. It is ideal for students who want to understand both how businesses operate and how economic systems influence decision-making at a global level.

Curriculum structure

Year 1
In your first year, you build a strong foundation in both business and economics. You will study core units such as Accounting Information for Business Decision-making (AFM123), Economics for Management (ECON123), and Fundamentals of Marketing (MM110), alongside Communication for Business (MM105). This year focuses on developing essential skills in financial understanding, business communication, and introductory economic thinking.

Year 2
In the second year, your learning becomes more specialised, combining business strategy with economic frameworks. You will explore units like Corporate Finance (AFM231), International Business (BUS202), and Banking and Finance (ECON203), while strengthening your analytical skills through economic subjects. This stage helps you connect financial decision-making with broader economic environments.

Year 3
In your third year, you deepen your expertise through advanced business and economics topics. You will study units such as Consumer Behaviour (MM311), Strategic Marketing (MM316), and International Trade and Finance (ECON317). This year focuses on applying theory to real-world business and policy scenarios, helping you understand global markets and strategic decision-making.

Year 4
In your final year, you focus on advanced economic analysis and high-level business strategy. Units such as Microeconomic Policy Evaluation (ECON328), Contemporary Macroeconomic Issues (ECON311), and Strategic Planning and Sustainability (MM403) prepare you for complex problem-solving and leadership roles. You also have opportunities for electives, international study, or work-integrated learning experiences.

Focus areas (in a string):

Business management, marketing, finance, international business, economic theory, econometrics, policy analysis, global markets, strategic decision-making

Learning outcomes (in a string):

Develop strong business and economic analytical skills; apply economic theory to business decisions; understand global market dynamics; interpret financial and economic data; build strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities for real-world applications

Professional alignment (accreditation):

Aligned with careers in finance, consulting, government policy, international business, and economic analysis, with pathways into postgraduate study such as Master’s degrees in Economics, Business, or Finance

Reputation (employability rankings):

UNE is recognised for practical, career-focused education with flexible study options and strong graduate employability outcomes, particularly in business, finance, and policy-driven roles

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

Choosing the Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics at UNE isn’t just about studying theory — it’s about diving into real-world experiences that prepare you for a career you’ll love. You’ll tackle genuine business challenges, put classroom knowledge straight into practice, and graduate with skills employers actually want. Along the way, you’ll work on hands-on projects, get guidance for your entrepreneurial ideas, sharpen your professional toolkit, and even explore global perspectives if you opt for overseas study. This program helps you grow not just academically, but practically — so you step into your career feeling capable, confident, and ready.

Here’s a taste of the career-shaping, real-world experiences you’ll get:

Work Integrated Learning – Professional Skills Development: Apply what you learn in class directly in real workplace settings, so you graduate with actual, hands-on experience.
Business in Action: Test your ideas and develop solutions for real business challenges, gaining practical problem-solving experience.
SMART Region Incubator Mentorship: Receive expert guidance as you explore and launch your own business opportunity.
Overseas Study Experience: Broaden your horizons by learning and experiencing business in a global context.
Speaking in Public: Build confidence and polish your communication skills, a key professional tool.
Pitches and Partners: Craft and present business proposals to real partners and potential investors, gaining invaluable real-world exposure.

Progression & Future Opportunities

Where this degree can take you
Completing the Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics at UNE gives you a powerful mix of analytical, economic, and business skills that employers really value. You could find yourself shaping policy as a policy officer or adviser, diving into data as an economic modeller, or helping businesses make smart decisions as a financial or business analyst. Many graduates also explore consulting, banking, insurance, or agribusiness roles — and because this degree blends business insight with economic reasoning, you’ll be ready to thrive in government, industry, consulting, or even your own entrepreneurial ventures.

What this means for you at UNE

Tailored support to launch your career: UNE is known for looking after its students. From academic guidance to career services, you’ll get support to turn your skills into real job opportunities. Students often highlight UNE for its welcoming community, quality experience, and strong graduate outcomes.
Practical skills employers value: You’ll gain hands-on knowledge in accounting, marketing, management, quantitative analysis, and economics. These are exactly the skills employers seek when it comes to strategy, problem solving, and decision-making.
Accreditation and professional recognition: With the right major choices, you could qualify for professional bodies — for example, accounting accreditation or human resources recognition through the Australian Human Resources Institute — giving you credibility and an edge in your chosen field.
Flexible learning with real-world focus: Whether you study on campus or online, UNE lets you balance life and learning while developing skills that are immediately relevant to industry.

Looking ahead: further study and specialisation
If you want to go further, UNE makes it easy. You could take an honours year to focus on economic research, or continue into postgraduate study, like a Master of Economics or even a PhD. These options open doors to high-level roles in policy, consulting, research institutions, or academia — giving you the chance to specialise and grow your expertise even further.