Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Business Analytics (pre 2025)

Are you driven by data?

The quality, quantity and diversity of data available to businesses and the world over has never been greater. With many organisations relying on the expertise of business analysts to inform decision-making and strategic direction. As a result, career opportunities in this area have boomed.

You will be equipped to make a smooth transition from the classroom to the boardroom, by acquiring skills that employers value.

The Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Analytics is a practical and flexible degree, with core courses designed to give you a thorough overview of business and commerce environments along with key analysis insights.

Course overview

This combined degree program provides students with the opportunity to increase the depth and breadth of their study in relevant disciplines within Commerce and Business Analytics whilst completing two awards over four years of full-time study or part-time equivalent.

A combined degree program enhances the academic and professional qualities gained in each separate degree. At the same time, it recognises the increasing need for students to graduate with multidisciplinary skills.

Eligibility for admission to this program is based on applicants meeting the minimum selection rank, or satisfying the requirements for an approved admission scheme.

The University of Newcastle accepts a range of qualifications to determine eligibility for admission. These include, but are not limited to, Australian or overseas senior secondary qualifications (such as the HSC), prior tertiary studies, prior TAFE/VET studies, and completed enabling programs.

For further information on the pathways that are available to you, please refer to:

• Domestic Applicants
• International Applicants

Overall minimum: 6

Sub test minimum: 6

The demand for business analysts continues to thrive with over 20% projected job growth for business analysts by 2024.

You could use your skills to inform strategic business direction or financial and economic trends in jobs such as: