University of the Sunshine Coast

Overview

The Bachelor of Business - Creative Industries at the University of the Sunshine Coast provides students with vital skills in management, marketing, and communication. This program allows for specialization in areas such as music, social media, creative writing, and fashion studies, preparing graduates for a variety of roles in both established and emerging creative sectors.

What You'll Study

Throughout this program, you will:

• Understand the foundations of modern business and develop a success-driven mindset.
• Gain specialized creative and technical skills, resulting in a professional portfolio.
• Participate in practical experiences through internships and work placements to broaden your professional network.
• Refine your critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.

Core Courses Include:

• Discovering Management
• Marketing Essentials
• Accounting for Business
• Information Systems in Organizations
• Creative Industries
• Screen and Media Industries

Entry Requirements

To be considered for this program, applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Completion of an education level equivalent to Australian Year 12 with satisfactory grades.
• Consideration for entry may also be given based on further studies at college or university.
• English proficiency must be demonstrated through one of the following tests:
• TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 76
• PTE Academic: Minimum score of 50
• IELTS: Minimum score of 6.0

Career Prospects

This degree opens doors to numerous career opportunities, including:

• Advertising Executive
• Business Manager
• Communications Specialist
• Creative Director
• Entrepreneur
• Human Resources Manager
• Innovation Manager
• International Business Consultant
• Market Research Analyst
• Marketing Coordinator
• Tourism and Hospitality Manager
• Writer/Publisher