Associate Degree of Business

The Associate Degree of Business is a two-year degree that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of business principles and practices. This degree is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in a variety of business environments.

Overview

The Associate Degree of Business is a qualification that stands on its own or serves as a pathway to a bachelor's degree, with all courses counting towards further study. Students can choose from minors in accounting, economics, emergent leadership, human resource management, information systems management, or marketing to align their studies with their career aspirations.

Career Outcomes

As a graduate of the Associate Degree of Business, students can pursue careers in various areas, including human resources, marketing, administration, e-commerce, small business management, finance and banking, politics and international relations, communications and media.

Why Study Business at UniSQ?

UniSQ is a top business and management university, ranked #1 in Queensland for graduates in full-time employment in business and management. The university is also globally ranked, according to QS World University Rankings 2025. Additionally, UniSQ offers a top starting salary, rated #1 in Queensland for graduate starting salary in business and management.

What You'll Study

To graduate from the Associate Degree of Business, students must successfully complete 16 units of study. The degree structure consists of core courses, selective courses, and electives. Core courses include:

• ACC1201 - Data Insights and Financial Performance
• CIS1000 - Digital Disruption
• ECO1201 - Fundamental Economics
• FIN1100 - Commercialisation
• MGT1101 - Human Capabilities for Business
• MKT1100 - Customer Experience
• MGT1001 - Cultivating Talent

Selective courses allow students to choose from a range of minors, including accounting, advertising, banking and financial services, business administration, business economics, communication and media studies, e-commerce, finance, global political economy, human resource management, information technology management, journalism, management and leadership, marketing, politics and international relations, and public relations.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Associate Degree of Business, students must meet the following requirements:

• ATAR 60.00
• English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
• General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent

Students with higher education study, vocational education and training, or work and life experience may also be eligible for admission.

English Language Requirements

Students must meet the applicable English language requirements, which include:

• IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Fees and Scholarships

The estimated 2026 annual fee for the Associate Degree of Business is AUD 17,392. Students may be eligible for scholarships, including those for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need.

How to Apply

Students can apply to study at UniSQ via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) website. The application process involves:

1. Checking the entry requirements
2. Organising supporting documents
3. Checking application closing dates
4. Applying online
5. Accepting an offer

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