Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Actuarial Studies
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Actuarial Studies
Summary In the Bachelor of Commerce, you’ll study a set of extensive and integrated foundation units that will orient you to commerce and business, followed by one or two majors to develop depth and specialisation in your chosen discipline. You’ll also acquire a set of sought-after employability skills – data…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
In the Bachelor of Commerce, you’ll study a set of extensive and integrated foundation units that will orient you to commerce and business, followed by one or two majors to develop depth and specialisation in your chosen discipline. You’ll also acquire a set of sought-after employability skills – data literacy, business analysis, teamwork, communication, conflict resolution, problem solving, critical thinking and a global mindset, among others – all key competencies that today’s top employers regard extremely highly.
In the professionally accredited Bachelor of Actuarial Studies, you’ll learn how to apply mathematical, statistical, economic and financial analysis to a range of practical problems in long-term risk management, finance and insurance.
Key features
Undertake professional experiences with leading industry partners
Complete a virtual internship in first year, an employability unit in second year and a work-integrated opportunity in third year.
Undertake a unique interdisciplinary capstone unit
Enhance your employability skills by working in a mixed-major team to solve a sustainability challenge.
Broaden your skill set
Enhance your knowledge and skills by undertaking a range of units in actuarial science, statistics, finance and economics.
Join the leading provider of actuarial education for 50 years
Study at the first university in the world to be accredited with a professional actuarial body.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Actuary
Auditor
Business or venture analyst
Claims adjuster, examiner or investigator
Consultant
Cybersecurity analyst
Economist
Fund manager
Information systems coordinator
Insurance analyst
Insurance specialist
Marketing consultant
Pricing or marketing actuary
Risk analyst
Stockbroker
Superannuation adviser or analyst
Superannuation adviser or analyst
Taxation specialist
Underwriter
Employers
Accounting firms
Actuarial consulting firms
Banks and financial institutions
Business analysis firms
Government agencies and departments
Human resource consultancies
Insurance firms
Market research firms
Marketing and public relations firms
Multinational corporations
Private and public-sector organisations
Stockbroking and investment companies
Superannuation and insurance firms
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
