Program Overview

Learn how to innovate and shape behaviour with La Trobe's accredited Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Psychological Science.

Co-designed with industry leaders, our double degree gives you commercial knowledge and skills, as well as a deep understanding of the human mind. Understand what drives human choices and how businesses can meet consumer needs. Establish a grounding in psychology, exploring theories on individuals, groups and whole societies. Learn how experiences and incentives impact individual and group behaviour and how this knowledge can be applied in business.

By completing La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Psychological Science, you will:

• Explore our commercial environment and learn how to create better systems and solutions for people and the planet
• Develop critical skills in independent research, innovative thinking, cultural intelligence, oral and written communication, and teamwork
• Learn how to identify practical solutions to real-world challenges, improve your ability to negotiate with stakeholders and communicate your solutions
• Gain real-world experience through industry placements, work-integrated learning projects and overseas student exchange opportunities
• Graduate with the prerequisites to apply for Honours in psychology, with the potential to pursue postgraduate study and registration as a psychologist.

Major: Economics

As a social science, economics is an exciting and challenging discipline that explores real-world issues and analyses ways to improve the well-being of people and the societies we live in. This major will give you valuable insights into the application of economic principles to develop government policy, business solutions and understand the choices people make. Analyse important issues such as poverty, inequality, inflation, unemployment, environmental issues, innovation, digital transformation, international competition, trade and economic development, many of which relate to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. The key graduate attributes that a major in economics develop are critical thinking, problem solving, researching and evaluating information. Overall you gain the skills for careers in economic and social policy, business, banking, financial markets and consulting.