Bachelor of Business in Finance / Bachelor of Creative Industries (Dual Degree) Queensland University of Technology - Kelvin Grove campus, Australia

Equip yourself with the in-demand skills needed for an inspiring career at the intersection of business and creative industries. Complementing advanced creative skills with highly developed business expertise will enhance your employability, locally and globally, and give you the opportunity to create your own career niche.  

Combine interactive and visual design with advertising to pursue a career leading the creative direction of advertising campaigns or mix creative and professional writing with marketing to become a copywriter. You could choose to major in fashion communication and international business if your dream is to work in the fashion industry overseas, or screen content production and public relations for a career producing and promoting films.

Our future-focused Bachelor of Creative Industries allows you to develop your own creative niche by providing diverse knowledge, creativity and practical skills across a range of selected creative disciplines. Learn entrepreneurial and digital skills, take on real industry challenges through work integrated learning opportunities and establish links to creative start-ups.

Gain practical experience and learn from award-winning lecturers in the Bachelor of Business. Uniquely designed to inspire you to realise your full potential. Learn to think creatively and critically, and to ethically and sustainably shape the future of business.

Throughout the course, you will work on real-world projects, gain experience through internships and work placements, and tailor your learning to the part of the industry most interesting to you.

Major: Finance

The finance industry is dynamic, constantly changing, and fast-paced. It's driven by market trends, economic factors, and technological advancements, making each day unique. If you have aspirations for a rewarding and fulfilling career that offers global job opportunities, look no further than a career in finance.

As part of our finance major, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of essential finance concepts and skills crucial for success in the finance industry. This course covers financial management, investment analysis, risk management, and fundamentals of financial planning. Additionally, you'll acquire practical skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting through hands-on projects and real-world case studies.

You will also have many practical hands-on learning opportunities, such as capital investment appraisal, firm valuation, portfolio allocations, and risk management, using current information from our Economics and Finance Bloomberg Lab. Our lab provides access to real-time financial data from Bloomberg, a leading provider for top financial institutions worldwide. This extensive dataset covers companies, commodities, and economies, enabling you to apply classroom theories to real-world financial analysis.

Finally, in the Finance Capstone Unit, you will work in teams to prepare an authentic case study report for a real-world company, closely examining their current situation and decision-making process. Collaborating as a team, you will critically analyse their corporate finance challenges and create a comprehensive case study report with tailored recommendations to suit their needs. You will then deliver your case study as a pitch to the company, showcasing your expertise in the field.