Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Information Technology
Summary The Bachelor of Commerce will prepare you to become a business professional in a wide range of careers. You’ll study a set of extensive and integrated foundation units that will orient you to business, followed by one or two majors to develop depth in your chosen discipline. Professional experiences…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Summary
The Bachelor of Commerce will prepare you to become a business professional in a wide range of careers. You’ll study a set of extensive and integrated foundation units that will orient you to business, followed by one or two majors to develop depth in your chosen discipline. Professional experiences are available with leading industry partners.
In the Bachelor of Information Technology, you’ll acquire foundational skills in programming, data storage and modelling, networking and cybersecurity. You’ll develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills from an area of information technology – such as software design and construction, applied data modelling and analysis, or security problem detection and mitigation – and learn how to apply that knowledge to solve real-world problems. And you’ll learn how to relate your knowledge and skills in information technology to a broader societal context, and make sound decisions regarding ethical and security concerns.
Key features
Explore your options and boost your employability
Undertake one of 12 majors to develop specialist knowledge in a chosen discipline, or combine two majors to expand your options. Acquire the transferable skills employers are looking for
Gain skills in critical thinking, analysis, problem solving and communication – skills highly sought after by employers. Explore your options and boost your employability
Undertake one of the most flexible IT degrees in Australia – choose to study two majors to diversify your knowledge and skills. Acquire a mix of theoretical and technical skills
Get prepared to use current technologies and to create new technologies in the workforce.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Auditor
Business or venture analyst
Consultant
Data analyst
Database designer
Economic policy adviser
Financial adviser or analyst
Human resources professional
Information technology researcher or developer
Investment manager
Management consultant
Market or social researcher
Marketing manager
Project manager
Security consultant
Software developer
Stockbroker
Systems administrator
Taxation specialist
Employers
Banks and financial institutions
Businesses and corporations
Consulting firms
Defence agencies
Government agencies and departments
Marketing and public relations firms
Merchant banks
Research and development companies
Retail and e-business companies
Start-ups
Technology and software development companies
Technology and telecommunications companies
Transport, infrastructure and logistics companies
Utilities companies
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.
