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Bachelor of Business – Management

Build the management skills to lead teams and solve business challenges.

  • Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for complex business challenges
  • Understand what drives teams and builds strong workplace cultures
  • Apply your learning to real-world business challenges
  • Study with a business school accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)
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Undergraduate

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3 years full-time

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Mar, Jul, Nov

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24

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$2,174*

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OVERVIEW

What is the Bachelor of Business – Management?

The Bachelor of Business with a major in Management is a three-year, 100% online undergraduate degree from Swinburne Online that helps you build the skills to lead teams, provide solutions and make confident decisions in a changing business environment.

You’ll develop practical knowledge in leadership, strategy planning, and people management, with the opportunity to consult on projects with real clients.

The Bachelor of Business with a major in Management is an AACSB accredited degree.

How you’ll study

  • The Bachelor of Business with a major in Management runs across three Teaching Periods per year.
  • Expected study load is between 10–12 hours per unit, per week.
  • Set your own study pace by taking one or more units per Teaching Period.
  • You’ll have 24/7 access to your online classroom, discussion boards, and learning content.
  • Learning is delivered through interactive materials, including videos, quizzes, podcasts, diagrams, and written content.

Course highlights

  • Leadership and Management: Learn how to lead teams, manage priorities, and bring people together to achieve shared goals.
  • Business Decision-Making: Learn how to interpret financial information, data, and business insights to make informed decisions and solve real business problems.
  • Workplace and Stakeholder Relationships: Understand how to build strong working relationships, work effectively with different stakeholders, and navigate workplace challenges with confidence.
  • Technology and the Modern Workplace: Explore how digital tools, data and automation are shaping the future of work.

Recognition and accreditation

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‘The online flexibility has been a game changer for me. I have no idea where I would be without the ability to study when and how I need to. I have taken my work interstate, overseas, anywhere you can think of.’

Corey, Swinburne Online graduate

Top 450

Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 450 for Business and Management Studies by QS World University Rankings 2027.

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Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 175 by THE World University Rankings 2026.

‘The online flexibility has been a game changer for me. I have no idea where I would be without the ability to study when and how I need to. I have taken my work interstate, overseas, anywhere you can think of.’

Corey, Swinburne Online graduate

Top 450

Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 450 for Business and Management Studies by QS World University Rankings 2027.

Our Business courses have been ranked in the Top 175 by THE World University Rankings 2026.

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Structure

Your course breakdown:

To be awarded the Bachelor of Business with a major in Management you must complete 24 units in total made up of:

  • 7 Core Business Units
  • 1 Core Business Practice Units 
  • 8 Finance Major Units
  • 8 Elective Units

Each year is split into three Teaching Periods. You can choose to study full-time or part-time depending on your preference.

What you'll study:

These are foundational units in major business study areas:

Learning and Communicating for Innovative Business Practice

Contemporary Management Principles

Marketing and the Consumer Experience

Financial Information for Decision-Making

Economics for Business Decision-Making

Business Digitalisation

Business Consulting Project

You must complete one (1) of the following:

Planning for Career Success

Sustainable Business Practice

Management major units are designed to dive into practical, future-focused study:

Ethics of Innovation

Business for Sustainability, Social Change and Impact

Organisational Behaviour

Business, Society and Sustainability

Strategic Planning

Leadership Practice and Skills

Project Management Essentials

Digital Management and the Future of Work

Complete eight (8) electives to round out your degree. Tailor your course to suit your strengths, interests, and career goals by choosing elective units. View our list of available Electives.

Here’s what our Swinburne Online academic staff recommend for this course:

Managing Workplace Relations

Integrated Marketing Communication

Law of Commerce

Events Management

Global Logistics & Supply Chain Management

Entry Requirements

Entry Criteria

Applicants are required to meet one of the following minimum entry requirements:

  • A completed or partially completed tertiary qualification (e.g. relevant Certificate IVs, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree, incomplete or complete Bachelor’s degree); or
  • 4+ years of relevant work experience; or
  • Recent Year 12 Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or equivalent completion, with the required English study score.

Want to discuss your eligibility for the Bachelor of Business with a major in Management? Get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss more today!

Credit for Prior Learning

If you have completed recent prior studies you may be eligible to request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous studies related to your chosen subjects.

This is assessed on a case-by-case basis, where every applicant is assessed individually.

To learn more and explore your potential credit for prior learning, get in touch with our Course Consultant team on 1300 069 765 to discuss your options!

Need More Info?

We have plenty of resources to help you! Visit our Applying and Enrolling FAQs or chat with a Course Consultant for advice on your specific situation.

Fees & Scholarships

Estimated Fee Per Unit
  • The estimated fee per unit is $2,174*.
  • There are 24 units in this course; each unit is worth 12.5 credit points.

*Note: Unit fees may change each year.

There are several ways to help manage your course fees:

  • Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP): Available to Australian Citizens and eligible Permanent Residents, and this will help reduce your course fees.
  • HECS-HELP Loans: Available to Australian Citizens, which will help you defer your fees.
  • Learn more about HELP Loans

Please contact our Course Consultants to find out if you’re eligible for financial support.

There are a variety of Swinburne Scholarships to help reduce your costs.

  • University-funded scholarships
  • Government-funded scholarships
  • Private scholarships and prizes

Scholarships are available for both new and current students.

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Student Scholarships

There are a range of scholarships available to support Indigenous students in minimising the costs of study materials, accommodation, relocation and more.

How it works:
1. Check eligibility
2. Gather the relevant documentation
3. Produce a personal statement
4. Obtain your references
5. Apply online here

Please contact our Course Consultants to find out if you’re eligible for Swinburne Scholarships.

Credit for prior study:

  • Good news – if you’re awarded academic credit for prior study, your course fees could be lower! This means a cheaper degree!

Services & amenities fee:

For more details on scholarships and financial support, speak with our Course Consultant team today!

Career Outcomes

Career opportunities with a Bachelor of Business – Management

Let's take a look at the wide range of roles you can pursue with a Bachelor of Business with a major in Management. Here are examples of positions you might pursue and what you could earn (average annual salaries via SEEK):

$125,000 to $145,000 Average Salary

Oversee every part of a business, from finance, people, data, distribution, sales, and growth. Develop strategies to improve productivity and upskill employees, organise tasks and set deadlines, liaise with managers, stakeholders and clients, and report on department performance.

Oversee every part of a business, from finance, people, data, distribution, sales, and growth. Develop strategies to improve productivity and upskill employees, organise tasks and set deadlines, liaise with managers, stakeholders and clients, and report on department performance.

$135,000 to $155,000 Average Salary

Lead teams and manage projects from ideation to execution. Project managers are responsible for project milestones, contracts, documentation, reporting on risks, leading teams, and delivering reports to senior leaders.

Lead teams and manage projects from ideation to execution. Project managers are responsible for project milestones, contracts, documentation, reporting on risks, leading teams, and delivering reports to senior leaders.

$100,000 to $120,000 Average Salary

Manage daily operations, delegate tasks, monitor progress and provide coaching to team members. The role often involves problem-solving, conflict resolution and fostering a positive, productive work environment.

Manage daily operations, delegate tasks, monitor progress and provide coaching to team members. The role often involves problem-solving, conflict resolution and fostering a positive, productive work environment.

$160,000 to $180,000 Average Salary

Plan, direct and coordinate across most operations of the organisation including growth strategies, hiring personnel, evaluating investments, reporting key results, reviewing financial statements, directing sales, marketing, or customer service

Plan, direct and coordinate across most operations of the organisation including growth strategies, hiring personnel, evaluating investments, reporting key results, reviewing financial statements, directing sales, marketing, or customer service

$105,000 to $125,000 Average Salary

Drive commercial growth by identifying new market opportunities, cultivating strategic business relationships, and expanding customer networks. In this role, you will analyse market trends to design long–term growth strategies, negotiate high–value corporate contracts, and draft comprehensive business proposals that turn emerging opportunities into sustainable revenue streams.

Drive commercial growth by identifying new market opportunities, cultivating strategic business relationships, and expanding customer networks. In this role, you will analyse market trends to design long–term growth strategies, negotiate high–value corporate contracts, and draft comprehensive business proposals that turn emerging opportunities into sustainable revenue streams.

$115,000 to $135,000 Average Salary

Develop and implement strategies, manage resources, and lead teams to achieve organisational goals. This involves everything from planning and coordinating production or service delivery to managing budgets, ensuring quality control, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.

Develop and implement strategies, manage resources, and lead teams to achieve organisational goals. This involves everything from planning and coordinating production or service delivery to managing budgets, ensuring quality control, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.

How a Bachelor of Business – Management helped Connor build the confidence to lead

Swinburne Online student Connor chose the Bachelor of Business with a major in Management because it offered skills she could apply across a range of industries. The flexibility of online study allowed her to balance university with her existing commitments, while the course helped her develop leadership, strategic thinking, and project management skills. 

Today, Connor works as an operations manager for a small business, where she contributes ideas, influences decisions, and leads workplace conversations with confidence.

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Online Study

What’s it like to study with Swinburne Online?

Each degree is thoughtfully designed for online learning, ensuring your experience is fulfilling and supported. At Swinburne Online, we want to ensure that your journey with us is a success. Our team of academic and online experts have developed engaging, media-rich course materials using cutting-edge digital technology and advanced teaching resources.

Your online study journey

 

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Here’s what you can expect

  • Personalise your study journey with full-time or part-time options — 100% online, no travel needed
  • Start when it suits you with multiple intake dates
  • Study on your terms, balancing life, family, and work —anytime, anywhere
  • Stay connected with students and industry experts through discussion boards and virtual classrooms
  • Get support 7 days a week for general help whenever you need it
  • Learn with confidence with dedicated online tutors for each unit, ready to answer all your academic questions

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Your online classroom: Canvas

Canvas is Swinburne’s online platform where all your classwork will take place. You can log into Canvas anywhere, anytime!

What you’ll use Canvas for:

  • Explore all your units and modules
  • Watch learning sessions in your own time
  • Participate in group discussions and communicate with tutors and classmates
  • Receive assessments and feedback
  • Track your study progress
  • Log in on your desktop or mobile

FLEXIBLE STUDY AT SWINBURNE ONLINE

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Your online campus: The Student Hub

Think of the Student Hub as your online campus where you will be able to:

  • Manage your enrolment and university administration services
  • Keep up with your fees, key course dates, and study information
  • Access library and technical support
  • Access student support such as: Study Buddies, HelpHub, study planners, and more
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Dedicated student support

You are supported at every stage of your journey with Swinburne Online.

You’ll have access to:

  • Student Advisors – to help plan your course, enrol you in units and assist with other general enquiries you may have
  • Online Learning Advisors – to support you with unit content, assessments and referencing
  • Student Coaches – who can advise you on best practice study habits, motivation, and time management
  • Study Buddies – connects you with peers to collaborate on coursework, share knowledge and stay motivated
  • 7‑day support – to assist you at any time

Indigenous Student Services

If you’re an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander student, you can access dedicated support through Swinburne’s Moondani Toombadool Centre. Moondani Toombadool means ‘embracing teaching and learning’ in the Woiwurrung language of the Wurundjeri People! 

Support available includes: 

  • Dedicated student support services 
  • Indigenous Academic Support Program (IASP) 
  • Cultural and engagement programs 
  • Networking opportunities, career support and much more 

Learn more about the Moondani Toombadool Centre.

Learn more about units, fees, entry criteria, career outcomes and more.

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The Swinburne Online-SEEK connection

The Swinburne Online-SEEK connection

The suite of Swinburne Online Business degrees provides students with the opportunity to forge connections within the industry. Students hear from industry leaders and work with real-life clients with demonstrated experience within their respective fields, such as SEEK.