Commerce - Science La Trobe University

Overview

As the technological revolution continues at breakneck speed, business and STEM skills are in high demand. With STEM jobs growing at almost twice the rate as other occupations, there’s high demand for experienced professionals who understand global markets, are ready to push the boundaries and are prepared for the jobs of the future.

Whether it's finding new treatments for diseases, developing sustainable ways to grow food, pioneering research in artificial intelligence or building the business structures that power scientific innovations, you'll be prepared to pursue your dream career with this flexible Bachelor of Commerce - Science from La Trobe University.

As you learn from leading academics and researchers, you'll take a deep dive into science and commerce – not only scientific and business concepts, but also how to think, work and collaborate. Study alongside world-class researchers from our Centre for AgriBioscience and La Trobe Business School, and benefit from our teaching and research facilities like the La Trobe Institute for Molecular Science. Our research hubs also offer regular seminars on diverse topics, such as how to fight climate change, breakthroughs in cancer treatment, and new ways to protect our waterways.

Personalise your learning so you focus on the areas that really interest you. Choose from majors in a wide range of fields in both commerce and science, including economics, business analytics, management, climate change, psychological science, genetics, data science and many more.

Learn how to analyse complex problems. Understand how to identify innovative solutions. Grow as a leader and thinker. You'll benefit from our connections with global corporations such as Deloitte and PwC as you learn from guest lecturers working in the industry, such as the Managing Partner of Ernst & Young, the Victorian Auditor-General and members of Deloitte Forensics.

Career outcomes

After graduation, you could pursue a wide range of specialist careers across business and science. Depending on your major, your opportunities could include:

• Business analyst

Help organisations to identify their strengths and weaknesses. Develop data-driven solutions.

• Chemist

Conduct experiments and fieldwork to find chemistry-based solutions that meet your organisation's needs.

• Data scientist

Analyse big data and identify patterns, predict trends and support strategic decision-making in almost every field.

• Economist

Take complex data, analyse it to find key trends and insights, then give advice on economic and social policy.

• Geneticist

Analyse patient data using genetic techniques. Write assessments and reports, and always maintain a high level of privacy and safety.

• Project manager

Take charge of projects in any industry. Connect teams and stakeholders to deliver results on time and on budget.

• Systems analyst

Analyse information, solve business problems and design quality systems that support organisational evolution.