Location
Sydney, Online
Delivery
Face to Face on campus
Course Duration
3 years Full Time
Intake Options

January, April, July, October

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AQF Level
AQF Level 7 delivered by ASA Institute of Higher Education

Course Overview

Course Overview

ASA Institute of Higher Education (ASA)’s Bachelor of Business is designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills required for success in a wide range of professional roles across various industries. This course develops core business competencies, including strong business acumen, problem-solving, critical thinking, financial literacy, data analysis, and effective communication. These essential skills enable graduates to navigate the complexities of the modern business environment with confidence.

Every organisation, regardless of industry, relies on skilled professionals who can drive business growth, manage teams effectively, optimise operations, and enhance customer experiences. ASA’s Bachelor of Business is designed to progressively build these capabilities through a carefully structured curriculum. In the early stages of the course, students develop core academic, communication, digital, and foundational business skills that are essential for success in any professional setting. As they advance, the curriculum deepens their understanding of key business functions, including marketing, management, finance, human resources, and business law, while also cultivating strategic thinking and ethical leadership. The inclusion of contemporary topics such as customer experience, global business strategies, and social responsibility ensures that graduates are prepared to respond to the demands of an increasingly interconnected and values-driven business environment. With an emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and its practical application, the course equips students to make data-informed decisions, lead change, and contribute meaningfully to innovative and sustainable business practices.

Course Learning Outcomes  

  1. Apply broad and coherent knowledge of core business concepts, practices and environments to professional decision-making across diverse industry sectors.
  2. Critically analyse business problems using appropriate theories, data, and judgement to develop innovative and evidence-based solutions.
  3. Communicate clearly, persuasively, and professionally with diverse audiences using appropriate business language, digital tools, and communication strategies.
  4. Demonstrate ethical, culturally responsive, and socially responsible behaviour in business practice and decision-making.
  5. Collaborate effectively in teams and apply leadership skills to manage projects, people and change in dynamic business environments.
  6. Exercise initiative, adaptability, and autonomy in professional contexts to support sustainable business outcomes and continuous learning.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the general Bachelor of Business degree are equipped with versatile skills that can be applied across a wide range of sectors and organisational contexts. The course's emphasis on business acumen, critical thinking, communication, and data-informed decision-making prepares students for roles that require both operational competence and strategic insight. Potential career outcomes include:

  • Business analyst
  • Operations coordinator or manager
  • Marketing assistant or strategist
  • Project officer or business development executive
  • Customer experience specialist
  • Entrepreneur or small business owner
  • General manager (with experience)
  • Graduate roles in government, non-profits, or corporate sectors

Entry Requirements

Students wishing to gain entry to an ASA Institute of Higher Education undergraduate course must meet at least one of the following entry criteria.  

Admissions Criteria

  1. Successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent. For full list of equivalencies please refer to Appendix 1 – ASA Country Specific Undergraduate Academic Requirements in the Student Admissions Policy – LINK
  2. Satisfactory completion of an approved Tertiary Preparation Program, Tertiary Orientation Program, or a Foundation Year Program through an accredited institution of higher education offered at Australian Universities, TAFE Institutes or government approved Registered Training Organisations (RTOs)  
  3. Satisfactory completion of one year of accredited full-time study in a related discipline at a registered Australian provider of tertiary education at Certificate IV or higher level.

English Language Requirements

Along with the above admissions criteria, international applicants also must demonstrate and meet one of the following minimum English Language Proficiency standards:  

For more information and country specific English exemptions please see Section 8. English Language Requirements of the Student Admission Policy.

International Students

International Students must apply through a qualified Education Agent. For more information visit why we use an agent.

International applicants are only eligible to enrol as full-time student and must be 18 years of age or over at the time that they commence the course for which they have applied.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Any student with prior learning may submit appropriate evidence and apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. ASA may award credit towards achievement of a qualification or award for various forms of prior learning by comparing a student’s current level of skills and knowledge against unit learning outcomes.

ASA may, at its discretion, recognise the validity of other forms of training or education, providing they are deemed equivalent to, or meet, the AQF standards. For further information please review the Recognition to Prior Learning Policy.

Fees and Scholarships

Fees and Scholarships  

Tuition Fees

ASA Tuition fees are charged on a 'per unit of study' basis. The number of units of study are specified within the Letter of Offer provided to each student*.  

Students must pay their fees for each study period in advance and in accordance with their LoO which provides admission to the course. The LoO indicates all due dates for fee payments during the course enrolment.  

2026 Tuition Fee Schedule

*If you have/plan to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning, the total number of units of study is subject to change.

Other Costs

All other fees associated with studying at ASA are non-tuition fee related and will only be charged dependent on the individual student circumstances, these include but are not limited to:  

  • Advanced Standing Assessment (post enrolment)  
  • Late Payment Fee
  • Payment Plan Fee
  • Refund and Administration Fee
  • Replacement of Official documents (testamur or transcripts)
  • Replacement Student ID Card
  • Replacement for lost or damaged equipment

Course Structure

The Bachelor of Business comprises twenty-three (23) units of core and elective units over 100, 200 and 300 levels to meet the requirements of with the Australian Qualifications Framework (Level 7), and Higher Education Standards Framework.  

This course commences with eight (8) core units at the 100 level that provide students with a strong grounding in the knowledge, skills to move to the next level. Within the 200 level there are six (6) core units and two (2) electives. At the final 300 level, there are four (4) core units, two (2) elective units and one (1) capstone unit at the 300 level.  

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