Start your career journey with one of our Business degrees and you'll graduate with the right balance of theoretical knowledge and practical skills that employers are looking for.

Our Business degrees give you the freedom to experience a variety of subject areas, ranging from traditional disciplines, such as Accounting, Economics and HR, through to more contemporary disciplines, such as Management of Information Technology (MIT), International Business and Marketing.

With many of our Business courses professionally recognised and accredited by industry organisations, you'll graduate with an internationally credible and portable degree.

The ECU Business Edge

Our Bachelor of Business courses feature a unique set of units called ECU Business Edge. These key units focus on employability skills, such as communicating effectively, teamwork, problem-solving, thinking critically, and developing initiative and enterprise.

The learning experience for ECU Business Edge students is enhanced by interactive learning environments. Classrooms have been carefully designed to facilitate group discussions, collaborative computer-based work, presentations, and the integration of learning and technology.

Our students work with real companies to get real results with Business i Lab

The Business i Lab initiative is an innovative collaboration between the City of Wanneroo and ECU. It provides an opportunity for Business students to utilise the
employability skills developed in their ECU Business Edge units in real-life scenarios, working with local companies facing everyday business issues.

Students work with local Wanneroo businesses on a series of projects, such as creating marketing plans, business plans and financial plans, to help them generate long-term solutions and achieve success.

Our students gain valuable experience through WA State Government internship program

Three of our Management students participated in the 2010 WA State Government Internship Program as part of their Bachelor of Business degree. Kristine Lockwood, Mirsad Bahtic and Rebecca Eades each spent 115 hours on placement in different Government departments.

The WA State Government Internship Program provides eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students with an opportunity to undertake a project within a WA State Government agency. Projects include policy and guideline development, critical analysis of issues, and drafting of strategy options.

To earn a their place in the program, Kristine, Mirsad and Rebecca completed applications, which included explaining why they wanted to undertake the project. On completion of their placements, their achievements were recognised at a certificate presentation event hosted by Dr Kim Schofield, Deputy Commissioner Capability and Development Division, Public Sector Commission, at the Sheraton Hotel, Perth.

Dr Helen Sitlington, ECU lecturer in Human Resources Management, believes the placements provide excellent practical experience, commenting:

"The practicum unit allows students to apply their knowledge in a real organisation. They gain additional skills and also confidence in their own knowledge and abilities."

Dr Sitlington also noted other positive outcomes, such as placements often resulting in job opportunities within those organisations.

Finance student Natalie Fisher's tips for a great vacation

General word-of-mouth informed me that some of the big accounting firms in Perth offered vacation work experience to students. I was keen to gather as much 'real-world' experience in my field of study before committing to a long-term career, so I investigated this opportunity further.

I researched my options in first year so that I'd know which firm I wanted to apply to in second year. Out of the 'Big 4' accounting firms, the culture at Deloitte most appealed to me. I was eager to be a part of a vibrant, innovative and progressive company.

Applications generally open mid-year and initial applications can usually be made online. I was invited for a 'meet and greet', which provided a great opportunity to make a good impression and get valuable answers to my questions. My first interview was conducted in a group setting and after my second one-on-one interview I was advised of my success.

I earned a place in the Forensic Service Line at Deloitte. Their website describes this role as 'a heady mix of financial crime-fighting and investigation while tackling difficult issues from fraud, corruption and terrorism to commercial litigation and divorce settlement'.

I completed my work placement in December and can verify that it was a valuable way to spend my vacation.

Professional recognition and accreditation

Our courses are relevant, practical and professionally recognised and accredited by many professional industry organisations including, but not limited to, Certified Practicing Accountant Australia (CPAA), Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI), Australian Institute of Judicial Administration (AIJA), Australian Marketing Institute (AMI) and the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA).

Bunbury Business Edge students work with local food bank

A team of third year ECU Business Edge students from our South West campus recently worked with local food bank, Shoestring Café, to evaluate their value to the community. The objective of the project was to understand the value of the food and services the café provided to the community, and assist them in obtaining additional funding.

The students' business analysis confirmed the retail value of the service was substantial. The students also helped to put together business and marketing plans to support the café's applications for government grants and support.

The project was a highlight for students Kylie Spence, Ben Robinson and Natasha Page because it offered real-world experience while supporting an organisation that benefits the community.

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