Program Overview

This degree is designed to hone your skills in one or more business disciplines, readying you for a specialised career in this dynamic industry. It’s a great choice for pursuing careers such as an accountant, financial planner, business analyst, tourism marketing manager, talent acquisition specialist, or supply chain manager.

You’ll begin by studying a suite of core units in business. You'll explore value-creation in business, learn to use financial information to make informed and responsible decisions, and develop business intelligence and analytical capabilities to interpret data. This will provide you with a strong base to build on as you progress through the course. You'll also choose your preferred discipline/s, and begin study in this area.

In your second year, you'll continue to develop expertise in your chosen discipline/s. You’ll further develop your decision-making and leadership skills, which are essential in a future marketplace. You’ll also benefit from exposure to industry through field trips, work-related tasks, guest lectures and networking events.

In your final year you’ll undertake a capstone experience, enabling you to apply your skills in an industry environment.

Real-world learning is an important component of this degree. Depending on your chosen major, you might gain hands-on skills in industry software such as Refinitiv Workspace (for stock market trading and analysis), or have opportunities to undertake extra-curricular work experience, such as volunteering at the Curtin Tax Clinic.

Major: Business Information Systems

Become an expert in the world of business and technology with a major in Business Information Systems (BIS). In this major you’ll explore the world of data analytics. You’ll learn how to collect, process and analyse complex data sets, with your insights leading to improved decision-making in businesses.

You’ll become an expert in the software tools and programming languages used by industry. You'll also get practice in designing and maintaining information systems and digital solutions. This valuable, hands-on experience will give you a competitive edge in the job market.

Throughout your study, you’ll also develop strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. You'll learn to analyse business challenges and identify opportunities for improvement. You'll apply your knowledge to create innovative solutions that align with business objectives.

The globalised nature of modern business and the widespread adoption of technology means career prospects for BIS graduates are abundant worldwide. Nationally, jobs in this area are projected to grow strongly, and can be very lucrative. You can also find jobs in a wide range of industries, from non-profits to cybersecurity, giving you the opportunity to work in an area you’re passionate about.