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Commerce<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab2\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab2trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 2 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>105 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Major - Commerce<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab3\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab3trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 3 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>60 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>45 credit points<\/b> from chosen Major - Commerce<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab4\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab4trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 4 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Prescribed electives<\/li> <li><b>45 credit points<\/b> from chosen Major - Commerce<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"tab5\" class=\"ds-block ds-tab-content__body\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab5trigger\" hidden=\"hidden\"> <p class=\"lead\"> Year 5 requires the completion of <b><a class=\"pls-explain\" title=\"A credit point is a unit of measurement to indicate the relative study load of subjects, courses, majors, minors, specialisations and other academic items.<br><br>For example, to be eligible for the award of a standard Bachelor's degree, a student must complete 360 credit points.\">120 credit points<\/a><\/b> including:<\/p> <ul> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from Core<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from chosen Core choice<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Core choice<\/li> <li><b>30 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li> <li><b>15 credit points<\/b> from chosen Electives<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><h4>Study options<\/h4><\/div><div class=\"ds-block\"><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-1\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-1\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-1\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th> Subject name<\/th> <th> Subject code<\/th> <th> Year<\/th> <th> Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU0AIM\" target=\"_blank\">ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU0AIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/ABS0WOM\" target=\"_blank\">WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION<\/a><\/td> <td> ABS0WOM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 0<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/BUS1002\" target=\"_blank\">BUSINESS ANALYSIS AND MODELLING<\/a><\/td> <td> BUS1002<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1DR\" target=\"_blank\">DISPUTE RESOLUTION<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1DR<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/BUS1ECW\" target=\"_blank\">ECONOMICS FOR A CHANGING WORLD<\/a><\/td> <td> BUS1ECW<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1LIM\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL INSTITUTIONS AND METHODS<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1LIM<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/MKT1003\" target=\"_blank\">MARKETING FUNDAMENTALS<\/a><\/td> <td> MKT1003<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1CRL\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF CRIMINAL LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1CRL<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW1PPL\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF PUBLIC LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW1PPL<\/td> <td> 1<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/BUS2010\" target=\"_blank\">CONTEMPORARY APPROACHES TO MANAGEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> BUS2010<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2CTA\" target=\"_blank\">CONTRACT LAW A<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2CTA<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2CTB\" target=\"_blank\">CONTRACT LAW B<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2CTB<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/FIN1FOF\" target=\"_blank\">FUNDAMENTALS OF FINANCE<\/a><\/td> <td> FIN1FOF<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/BUS1004\" target=\"_blank\">GENERATIVE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR BUSINESS<\/a><\/td> <td> BUS1004<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2CSL\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF CONSTITUTIONAL LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2CSL<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW2TOT\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF TORT LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW2TOT<\/td> <td> 2<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3004\" target=\"_blank\">CIVIL PROCEDURE<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3004<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3002\" target=\"_blank\">FOUNDATIONS OF PROPERTY LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3002<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3005\" target=\"_blank\">REAL PROPERTY LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3005<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3003\" target=\"_blank\">STATUTORY INTERPRETATION<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3003<\/td> <td> 3<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW3001\" target=\"_blank\">EVIDENCE AND CRIMINAL PROCEDURE<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW3001<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4004\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF ADMINISTRATIVE LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4004<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4002\" target=\"_blank\">COMPANY LAW<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4002<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4003\" target=\"_blank\">PRINCIPLES OF EQUITY AND TRUSTS<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4003<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-2\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Majors <\/span><a class=\"tag tag-flex-loc pls-explain\" title=\"A StudyFlex major, minor or specialisation is a specified subject sequence in your course that offers at least half of its subjects on campus or online.\">StudyFlex available<\/a><a class=\"tag tag-open-access pls-explain\" title=\"La Trobe open access majors and minors offer an opportunity to customise your degree with cross-discipline studies and work integrated learning. You can enrol in an open access major or minor if there is sufficient space in your course.\">Open access available<\/a> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-2\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-2\" style=\"overflow: initial\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p class=\"h5\">Course majors<\/p> <p> A major is a sequence of related subjects studied in your course. To attain a major, this sequence must add up to 120 credit points. In some courses, you need to complete at least one major from your course's discipline to attain your degree. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Course majors<\/th> <th>Major code<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody> <tr> <td style=\"\"> <a href='https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MAJOR-ACC-1' target=\"_blank\">Accounting<\/a> <\/td> <td> MAJOR-ACC-1<\/td> <\/tr> <tr> <td style=\"\"> <a href='https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MJR-BUA01' target=\"_blank\">Business analytics<\/a> <\/td> <td> MJR-BUA01<\/td> <\/tr> <tr> <td style=\"position: relative;\"> <a href='https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MAJOR-ECO-2' target=\"_blank\">Economics<\/a> <a class=\"tag tag-open-access pls-explain\" title=\"La Trobe open access majors and minors offer an opportunity to customise your degree with cross-discipline studies and work integrated learning. You can enrol in an open access major or minor if there is sufficient space in your course.\">Open access<\/a> <\/td> <td> MAJOR-ECO-2<\/td> <\/tr> <tr> <td style=\"position: relative;\"> <a href='https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MJR-FIN01' target=\"_blank\">Finance<\/a> <a class=\"tag tag-open-access pls-explain\" title=\"La Trobe open access majors and minors offer an opportunity to customise your degree with cross-discipline studies and work integrated learning. You can enrol in an open access major or minor if there is sufficient space in your course.\">Open access<\/a> <\/td> <td> MJR-FIN01<\/td> <\/tr> <tr> <td style=\"position: relative;\"> <a href='https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MAJOR-MGT-1' target=\"_blank\">Management<\/a> <a class=\"tag tag-flex-loc pls-explain\" title=\"A StudyFlex major, minor or specialisation is a specified subject sequence in your course that offers at least half of its subjects on campus or online.\">StudyFlex<\/a><a class=\"tag tag-open-access pls-explain\" title=\"La Trobe open access majors and minors offer an opportunity to customise your degree with cross-discipline studies and work integrated learning. You can enrol in an open access major or minor if there is sufficient space in your course.\">Open access<\/a> <\/td> <td> MAJOR-MGT-1<\/td> <\/tr> <tr> <td style=\"position: relative;\"> <a href='https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/aos\/2026\/MAJOR-MKT-1' target=\"_blank\">Marketing<\/a> <a class=\"tag tag-flex-loc pls-explain\" title=\"A StudyFlex major, minor or specialisation is a specified subject sequence in your course that offers at least half of its subjects on campus or online.\">StudyFlex<\/a><a class=\"tag tag-open-access pls-explain\" title=\"La Trobe open access majors and minors offer an opportunity to customise your degree with cross-discipline studies and work integrated learning. You can enrol in an open access major or minor if there is sufficient space in your course.\">Open access<\/a> <\/td> <td> MAJOR-MKT-1<\/td> <\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table> <p class=\"h5\">Open access majors<\/p> <p> If there is room in your degree for more than one major, you may wish to complete an open access major from another discipline area.<br> <br> La Trobe open access majors and minors offer an opportunity to customise your degree with cross-discipline studies and work integrated learning.<br> <br> <a href=\"\/courses\/undergraduate-open-access-majors-and-minors\">View our open access majors<\/a> <\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div> <div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-7\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-7\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Elective subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-7\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-7\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> A range of standalone elective subjects is available in this course. Some electives are recommended for your course, but you may also be able to choose from a range of University-wide electives or electives from other interest areas or disciplines. Note these electives may have their own prerequisites and other requirements. Please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/LZ007\" target='_blank'>La Trobe University Handbook<\/a> for the subjects available. <\/p> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-5\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-5\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Core choice subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-5\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-5\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> Core choice subjects are one or more subject groups you need to select in your course. Core choice subjects may be specific to your course, major, minor, specialisation or other learning requirements. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4INB\" target=\"_blank\">LAW INTERNSHIP B<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4INB<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4001\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL PRACTICE AND CONDUCT<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4001<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4005\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL RESEARCH PROJECT<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4005<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LAW4LPP\" target=\"_blank\">LEGAL PRACTICE AND CONDUCT CLINICAL PLACEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> LAW4LPP<\/td> <td> 5<\/td> <td> 30<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ds-accordion\"> <h5> <button id=\"check-course-struct-11\" class=\"ds-accordion__trigger\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"course-struct-11\"> <span class=\"ds-accordion__title\"> Prescribed elective subjects <\/span> <\/button> <\/h5> <div id=\"course-struct-11\" class=\"ds-accordion__content\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"check-course-struct-11\"> <div class=\"ds-table-wrapper\"> <p> A prescribed elective is an elective tied to your discipline, course, major or activity. You\u2019ll choose your electives from a curated list of subjects, enabling you to tailor your studies while staying aligned with your course goals. <\/p> <table class=\"ds-table--striped\"> <thead> <tr> <th>Subject name<\/th> <th>Subject code<\/th> <th>Year<\/th> <th>Credit points<\/th> <\/tr> <\/thead> <tbody><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU2003\" target=\"_blank\">INDUSTRY PLACEMENT<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU2003<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/LTU2006\" target=\"_blank\">INDUSTRY PROJECT<\/a><\/td> <td> LTU2006<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr><tr> <td><a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/subjects\/2026\/BUS2009\" target=\"_blank\">SUSTAINABILITY<\/a><\/td> <td> BUS2009<\/td> <td> 4<\/td> <td> 15<\/td><\/tr> <\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>", "workBasedLearning": "<p><strong><em>Elective placement opportunities (Work Based Learning)<\/em><\/strong><br \/>During this course, you will have the opportunity to participate in a Work Based Learning (WBL) placement experience, designed to allow you to extend your formal academic learning beyond the classroom. The WBL experience will provide the opportunity to bring your learning from the university into a work environment and test out your knowledge in a professional real-world environment. Some courses include compulsory WBL subjects, however, we also offer a range of elective WBL subjects, both cross-discipline and subject-specific. La Trobe University will source placements for some subjects, while others will require you to source your own placement. If you are required to source your own placement, dedicated staff will guide and support you through the process. Elective WBL subjects generally involve an application process and Subject Coordinator approval. The location and number of hours undertaken can vary considerably depending on the activity and the discipline area. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information.Regional students are eligible to access additional support under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.latrobe.edu.au\/study\/regional-reward\" rel=\"nofollow\">Regional Reward<\/a> program<\/p>", "handbookLinkHtml": "<a href=\"https:\/\/handbook.latrobe.edu.au\/courses\/2026\/LZ007\" target='_blank'>Melbourne<\/a>", "intendedLearningOutcomes": "<ul><li>Demonstrate appropriate understanding and competence in the prescribed areas of knowledge required for admission into the legal practice in Victoria, Australia<\/li><li>Evaluate potential solutions to real-world challenges and negotiate them with stakeholders.<\/li><li>Implement and manage optimal solutions in a responsible and sustainable manner.<\/li><li>Engage professionally in diverse teams to advance organisational and social goals.<\/li><li>Utilise digital technologies effectively in identifying and executing managerial and policy solutions.<\/li><li>Productively apply disciplinary knowledge and skills in the area of chosen major(s) and minor(s).<\/li><li>Demonstrate broad knowledge of Australian legal systems, institutions and procedures, including fundamental legal principles and concepts, substantive areas of law and international and comparative contexts<\/li><li>Demonstrate analytical and practical skills in identifying legal issues, applying legal doctrine and solving legal problems using innovative and creative thought<\/li><li>Effectively and cogently communicate legal research, knowledge and analysis orally and in writing to a variety of audiences both legal and non-legal<\/li><li>Demonstrate a capacity to reflect on their own learning approaches, work independently, manage and foster personal and professional development, and collaborate effectively in a team environment<\/li><li>Demonstrate an ability to study and research using appropriate technology and discerning judgment, identifying, consolidating and critically analysing relevant legal sources<\/li><li>Recognise and reflect on lawyers' professional and ethical responsibilities and the importance of integrity and service in legal analysis and practice<\/li><li>Demonstrate a critical awareness of the historical, social, economic and cultural contexts and implications of laws and the role of lawyers in promoting justice and equity<\/li><li>Analyse real-world challenges confronting business and society, and propose innovative solutions.<\/li><\/ul>", "careerOpportunities": "<p>After graduation, you&#39;ll be equipped to meet the challenges of a field disrupted by automation, the power of big data, and the rapid evolution of business and consumer technologies. You could work across a range of industries, including legal practice, the community sector, international development, environmental protection, government, banking, and professional services. Possible roles include:<\/p><ul><li>corporate lawyer or in-house legal counsel at a major corporation<\/li><li>management consultant<\/li><li>accountant or financial adviser<\/li><li>business analyst<\/li><li>sustainability and ethics adviser.<\/li><\/ul>", "professionalRecognition": "<p>The Bachelor of Laws (Honours)\/Bachelor of Commerce course includes the subjects required by the Victorian Legal Admissions Board to meet the academic requirements for admission to the legal profession in Victoria as an Australian lawyer.<\/p><p>Admission to the legal profession by the Supreme Court of Victoria also requires the completion of practical legal training via either a 12-month period of supervised legal training or completion of an approved practical legal training course (for example, at the Leo Cussen Institute or The College of Law). Candidates for admission to practice must also satisfy the Admissions Board that they are a fit and proper person to be admitted to practice.<\/p><p>International students are advised to obtain assurance of recognition of the course by the relevant professional bodies in their preferred country of practice.<\/p><p>International graduates require a relevant visa to complete a practical legal traineeship and a supervised workplace traineeship in Australia. Please contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\" rel=\"nofollow\">Australian Department of Immigration<\/a> for details.<\/p><p>Professional registration may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. For further details, including admission to the legal profession and\/or relevant visa requirements, please contact the professional body for details.<\/p><p>The Accounting major in the Bachelor of Commerce is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). The Marketing major in the Bachelor of Commerce is accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI). Professional membership may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. 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