Australian Catholic University
Bachelor of Commerce
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationOur Bachelor of Commerce has your career goals in mind. To start, you can tailor your degree to your interests and enhance your career opportunities with specialisations in areas such as accounting and finance, marketing, event management, informatics, human resources, data analytics, entrepreneurship, Indigenous business studies, international business, and occupational health, safety and environment.
Upon graduating you'll be ready to launch straight into your career thanks to our Future Ready employability program, designed to systematically build each of the elements of your personal brand: your professional identity; experience; job-ready skills; and networks.
Delivery mode
Australian Catholic University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 40 Edward Street, North Sydney
- 25A Barker Road, Strathfield
- Locked Bag 2002, Strathfield
- 22 Main Street, Blacktown
- 115 Victoria Parade, Fitzroy
- 1200 Mair Street, Ballarat
- 1100 Nudgee Road, Banyo
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Prerequisites
- New South Wales: English (Advanced or Standard) (Band 2) or English (EAL) (Band 3)
- Queensland: English (3 & 4, C)
- Victoria: Units 3 and 4 - a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English
Applicants with recent secondary education
You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.
If your school result was affected by circumstances outside of your control, such as financial hardship, illness, disability or a challenging home environment, you may qualify for an access scheme. You can apply through your TAC as part of your application process.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
If you’re a current Year 12 applicant you can be given a selection rank separate from, and in addition to, your ATAR if you’ve completed a competency-based and graded AQF Certificate III or above.
If you’ve completed, or are completing a competency-based AQF Certificate IV or AQF diploma you will be assigned a selection rank by your local Tertiary Admission Centre (TAC). This is an entry score based on your individual qualifications and achievements.
Applicants with higher education study
If you have completed at least two units of AQF-recognised study at bachelor level or above, you’ll be assigned a selection rank based on your study level, duration and grade point average that will be applied during the admission process.
If your previous study has equipped you with knowledge, skills or experiences that align with the learning outcomes of units in your new course you may be able to apply for recognition of prior learning and you may be able to complete your course sooner.
Applicants with work and life experience
If you have no formal education qualifications you may be eligible for a selection rank based on your work, life or service experience.
- If you’ve been in paid employment, relevant to the course you’re applying for, for a minimum of six months full-time (or equivalent), this work may be assessed for your selection rank.
- If you’re 21 years or older you can sit the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) through your local TAC.
- You can apply for an ACU bridging course. Our bridging courses allow you to transition back into studying and can give you a head start on the relevant undergraduate degree.
- If you have served in the defence force, your rank and time in service may contribute to your selection rank.
English language requirements
An overall academic IELTS score of 6.0 (with minimum scores of 6.0 in speaking and writing, and 5.5 in listening and reading).
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Commerce will prepare you for the following roles.
Finance Manager
A Finance Manager oversees financial and accounting activities for a business or organisation. You might manage budgets and develop financial strat...
Finance Specialist
A Finance Specialist manages the financial activities of a large organisation. You might oversee accounting activities and ensure transactions are...
Investment Manager
An Investment Manager oversees investment portfolios to meet clients’ financial objectives. You might work in a financial services firm, a bank, or...
Board Member
Board Members (otherwise known as committee members) are responsible for the corporate governance of an organisation. They appoint a CEO, Managing...
Strategy Consultant
A Strategy Consultant advises organisations on business strategies to improve performance and achieve long-term goals. You might work in a consulta...
Partnerships Manager
A Partnerships Manager develops and maintains relationships with key partners to drive business growth and collaboration. You might work for a corp...
Project Accountant
A Project Accountant manages the finances for a particular project within a business or organisation. You might balance budgets and ensure financia...
Business Services Accountant
A Business Services Accountant carries out financial management duties for a range of businesses, usually focusing on taxation issues. You might pr...
Operations Analyst
An Operations Analyst evaluates and improves business processes to enhance efficiency and productivity. You might work in various industries, analy...
Strategy Manager
A Strategy Manager develops and implements plans to achieve business objectives and improve performance. You might work in a corporate setting, a c...
Banker
A Banker carries out a range of tasks in a bank or financial institution such as a credit union or building society. You might process bank transac...
Strategic Planner
A Strategic Planner develops and implements plans to help organisations achieve long-term goals. You might work in corporate offices, government ag...
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 Australian Catholic University
Within the Catholic intellectual tradition and acting in Truth and Love, Australian Catholic University is committed to the pursuit of knowledge, the dignity of the human person and the common good.
Our mission is at the heart of everything we do at ACU. It guides our approach to learning and teaching, our welcoming and engaging on-campus culture, and our commitment to building a better society by producing graduates willing to invest in this same commitment.
