Why study in Australia?
Safe, welcoming and diverse, Australia is one of the most popular destinations for students from around the world. Discover what it’s like to live and study in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Find a business and commerce degree
A Deakin degree could be your first smart business decision. Graduate from the #3 business school in Melbourne with the skills, knowledge and professional networks to meet your full career potential.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
A Deakin undergraduate course is the foundation of your future career, usually completed in two to four years. Duration varies based on degree type, enrolment pattern and any credit received from recognition of prior learning.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Research
Higher Degrees by Research (supervised research)
Research degrees are research based master’s or PhD programs that focus on a single area of expertise. They provide students the opportunity to carry out highly specialised research under expert supervision.
Looking for a business and commerce degree that will prepare you for the workplace?
When you study business and commerce at Deakin you will build a professional network and learn in-demand skills during your work experience.
Industry-designed degrees
Deakin business and commerce degrees are designed in consultation with industry. Our research-active and industry-based academics are experts in their fields.
Undertake an internship or placement
Get your career off to the best start with work-integrated learning on an internship or placement. Develop professional networks and gain hands-on skills and expertise, all while earning credit towards your degree.
Top professional roles in business
Strong employment growth is forecast for business roles through 2034, according to Australian Government employment projections.*
- 192,840 new jobs for business, human resources and marketing professionals.
- 56,775 new jobs for business administration managers.
- 43,280 new jobs for sales, marketing and public relations professionals.
- 22,025 new jobs for human resource managers.
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Professional recognition
Depending on the units you choose to study, commerce graduates are eligible to apply for admission to the following programs:
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
- Australian Computer Society
- Australian Marketing Institute
- CPA Australia
- Institute of Public Accountants
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
What is it like to study business at Deakin?
Follow our first-year students Bre Ellesley (Bachelor of Commerce) and Elmen Tan (Bachelor of Business) as they share what a typical day as a business student looks like at Deakin.
Take the next step to a brighter future
Explore our business, commerce and marketing courses and learn more about life at Deakin. Find inspiration for your future profession and your ultimate career.
The course content is well-updated and highly relevant to what I want to achieve as a professional. Deakin is amazingly supportive of their students, not only in their academic lifestyle but outside of university as well.
Anna, Vietnam
Master of Commerce
World-class teaching experiences
Gain the experience and skills employers value. Enjoy strong industry links and professional accreditation.
Industry experts
Our teaching and research staff are experts who have international links and connections with industry. Our degrees are designed to meet industry best practice.
World-class facilities
Our industry-standard facilities support every aspect of your learning, where you can practise and refine the skills that are crucial to your career success.
Transformative technology
Artificial intelligence and digital transformation are revolutionising all fields of business. Deakin degrees prepare you for the career opportunities new business technologies are creating.
#1 Victorian university for student support
Coming to Australia to study can be the adventure of a lifetime. From orientation and welcome sessions to academic support and social activities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Cost of studying in Australia
Make your dream of studying at university in Australia a reality. Learn how university fees work, how to calculate and pay your fees and discover international scholarship opportunities.
Study at an accredited business school
Deakin Business School holds both Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and EQUIS accreditations, meaning we are globally recognised and internationally benchmarked. As the #3 business school in the Australian state of Victoria, a Deakin qualification in business will distinguish you from your peers.
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Rankings and footnotes
Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our University rankings page.
*Australian Government Occupation Projections for 2034, 2024
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