Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation
Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation
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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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. The broad and flexible Bachelor of Biodiversity and Conservation – which uniquely combines studies in plant and animal sciences, ecology and new remote sensing with environmental and conservation management – will equip you with such specialist skills.
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. Study in our state-of-the-art facilities and in the field
Enhance your learning by studying in modern labs designed to foster collaboration, and in a number of exciting field settings. Enhance your learning within our unique fauna park
Get hands-on experience in our 11-hectare fauna park, where world-class environmental research is conducted by leading academics.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Auditor
Biodiversity informatics adviser
Bioprospector
Business or venture analyst
Conservation policymaker
Consultant
Cybersecurity analyst
Economist
Ecosystems scientist
Environmental and social impact assessor
Environmental or geotechnical consultant
Information systems coordinator
Marketing consultant
Natural resource manager
Research scientist
Stockbroker
Superannuation adviser or analyst
Taxation specialist
Wildlife manager
Zoo captive breeding programs manager
Employers
Agricultural agencies
Australian Museum
Banks and financial institutions
Business analysis firms
Conservation agencies
Environmental and conservation groups
Environmental protection agencies
Fisheries and forestry agencies
Government agencies and departments
Human resource consultancies
Market research firms
Marketing and public relations firms
Multinational corporations
National Parks and Wildlife Service
Private and public-sector organisations
Research institutes
State forest and national park authorities
Stockbroking and investment companies
Superannuation and insurance firms
Water and resource management 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.
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