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School of Business

Why study with us?

Business courses at La Trobe share a solid foundation in important basic principles, while offering the flexibility to focus on particular areas of interest and career choice.

The School offers:

  • A wide choice of majors and specialisations, as well as 20 double-degree combinations.
  • National and international industry links and participation that filters through to our course content.
  • The right mix of theoretical and practical learning, combined with a teaching philosophy that encourages students to think outside the square.
  • A common first year across our Business courses. This provides opportunities for students to transfer to another related course after the first year.
  • Academic staff with impressive national and international experience - including three of the world’s top economists.
  • An enviable international reputation for research. Our staff highly regarded for their involvement in research, policy development, as well as their participation in important industry associations and conferences.
  • Exceptional learning resources and student support services, including one of the best libraries in the Southern Hemisphere, academic skills assistance and important online resources.
  • A supportive learning and study environment. Our class sizes are smaller than in many other institutions.
  • Academic staff who work closely with students to facilitate learning outcomes. Lecturers and tutors also have regular consultation times to offer one-to-one assistance for individual academic problems.
  • Important professional accreditation combined with strong career outcomes and tailored employment assistance.

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Last Updated: 19 May, 2008