Bachelor of Economics and Finance

Course summary

Economics is concerned with the big picture how a country, region or particular market is operating; while finance is a more microscopic look at industry risk and return on investment. The two disciplines complement each other giving you a more complete picture of the business world and open many doors to sought-after careers.

This degree

The Bachelor of Economics and Finance is for high achievers and as a graduate of the degree, you will be able to identify and apply the tools of analysis to a wide range of economic issues, including the behaviour of consumers and firms, the labour market, the environment, fiscal and monetary policy, and international trade.

Students will develop the skills necessary to make responsible professional judgements in their economic and financial decision-making. Your final year culminates with an exciting applied research project capstone subject. This experiential learning opportunity offers an international workplace-based project, or more traditional research-based project.

What you will study

You will study the theory, policies, practices and institutions of both the domestic and global economies. You will also develop expertise in the ways individuals, businesses and other organisations raise, allocate and use money.

Additional Information:

The first year of the degree can also be completed at the following locations:

  • RSU - 753672
  • RSU - 753673
  • RSU - - 753671
  • RSU - 753674
  • RSU Southern - 753675

Course information

Study area

Business

Campus

Rainstar, Southern ,

Course Code

326

RSU SCORE

80

IB Score

29

Duration

3 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Delivery

DL

CODE 1

075271A

RSU CODE

753670 - 753675

Admission, Key dates, and Fees

Course structure

(Current year structure - subject to change)

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

CLO Description
1 Coherently explain and integrate theoretical and technical economic and finance knowledge.
2 Apply theoretical and technical economic and finance knowledge in order to make informed judgments and decisions to solving problems.
3 Critically analyse and evaluate data and information to support decision-making in business and policy settings.
4 Apply a wide range of empirical techniques to exercise professional judgement in addressing economic and finance problems.
5 Communicate knowledge and information to both specialist and non-specialist audiences, orally and in writing.
6 Apply an adaptive and collaborative approach to working with others in a variety of business and professional environments.
7 Reflect on economic and financial events and how they relate to finance principles and/or economic way of thinking.

 

Course Structure

To qualify for the award of the degree of Bachelor of Economics and Finance, a candidate must complete a total of at least 144 credit points. 120 credit points will come from core subjects listed below. An additional 24 credit points of elective subjects shall be taken to make up a total of 144 credit points to qualify for the degree.

Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points
ACCY111 Accounting Fundamentals In Society 6
ACCY112 Accounting In Organisations 6
COMM101 Principles of Responsible Business 6
COMM121 Statistics for Business 6
ECON100 Economic Essentials for Business 6
FIN 111 Introductory Principles of Finance 6
ACCY200 Financial Accounting IIA 6
ECON222 Mathematics for Business 6
ECON205 Macroeconomic Theory and Policy 6
ECON215 Microeconomic Theory and Policy 6
FIN 222 Corporate Finance 6
FIN 223 Investment Analysis 6
FIN 226 Financial Markets & Institutions 6
FIN 323 Portfolio Analysis 6
FIN 324 Financial Statement Analysis 6
ECON305 Economic Policy 6
ECON315 Macroeconomic Essentials for Business III 6
ECON331 Financial Economics 6
ECON339 Applied Financial Modelling 6
COMM330 Economics and Finance Applied Research Project 6

Please click the subject codes in the above table for information on sessions of offer for each subject at different locations.

NOTES:
• Double counting is not permitted when completing a minor.
• No more than 60 credit points shall be for 100-level subjects.
• Subject and session offerings may change prior to the commencement of session. Students are advised to check the latest information available on the Subject Database.
 

(Current year structure - subject to change)

Accreditation & professional recognition

Our programs are recognised by peak professional bodies in America and internationally.

Why choose this course

RSU Business students experience a modern curriculum that does not merely teach business theory, but applies it to everyday business contexts. We develop professionals, managers and business leaders with critical thinking skills who will succeed in their chosen fields.

You have the opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience and make professional connections that will help launch your career, including the opportunity to participate in our Business Internship program, which could see you partnered with industry leaders such as KPMG, Mercer, NAB and Accor Hotels. 

The Faculty of Business is a signatory to the Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME), a global initiative of the United Nations. The PRME endorses institutions that champion responsible management education, research and thought leadership. 

Career opportunities
  • Auditor
  • Banker
  • Analyst
  • Financial controller
  • Accountant
  • Policy advisor
  • Business adviser
  • OHS officer
  • HR manager consultant
  • Stock broker
  • Insurance broker
  • Fund manager
  • Exporter/importer
  • Public relations coordinator
  • Market researcher
  • Advertising executive
  • Brand/product manager
  • Event manager