BUILT FOR THE FUTURE OF BUSINESS

Flinders Business School

Study for success with the people who have achieved it.

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Why Flinders Business School?

At Flinders Business School, you gain more than a qualification - you develop the practical skills, industry experience and professional networks to thrive in a changing business landscape.

Our courses are shaped by industry and grounded in real-world learning, with personalised support and a strong focus on career outcomes. You’ll graduate ready to lead with confidence.

Study at Bedford Park, City Campus or 100% Online.

Flinders University is a future you can count on

No.1 in SA in Business & Management for learning resources and overall educational experience

81% of postgraduate graduates in full time employment within 4 months of graduating.

Flinders University is ranked top 2% globally*.

Pathway to further study. Gain credit from a range of short courses and programs.

Tier 1 MBA - Global CEO Magazine ranking and 36th Online MBA globally

Five stars in Business and Management for learning resources

A future-focus course that walks the talk. Course content is delivered in creative, innovative ways. Think: bite sized micro-learning and gamified quizzes.

Learn with business, not just about it

Every student in our business degrees completes an industry placement or project, gaining practical experience, professional networks and real-world skills throughout their degree.

Skills for the future of business

AI, entrepreneurship, sustainability and digital transformation - not electives, built into the core curriculum.

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Flexible study that fits your life

Bedford Park, Adelaide City Campus or 100% online. Flinders Business School offers flexible options that fit around your work and goals, while keeping you connected to industry and opportunity.

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Graduate ready for what's next

81% of postgraduate graduates in full-time employment within 4 months. Develop the practical, transferable skills employers are actually looking for.

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Executive education and short courses

Equip yourself or your team with industry-informed training, professional development and short courses designed to build capability, confidence and competitive advantage.

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Courses available in Business

Build in-demand capabilities in leadership, strategy, analytics and emerging areas such as AI, entrepreneurship and digital transformation, guided by academics with extensive industry experience.

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Undergraduate

Honours

Postgraduate

Higher degree by research

Not sure which program is right for you?

Download our Business School Program Guide - program comparison, fees, entry requirements, and outcomes.

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WITHOUT MISSING TODAY.

Flexibility from
the start

Practical and constantly connected

Engaging, above-standard learning

Supported on
every level

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Industry in action.

Build job-ready skills through real industry experiences embedded throughout every degree.

With connections to more than 250 partner organisations across South Australia and beyond, Flinders students work with organisations including KPMG, National Australia Bank, Ernst & Young, Port Adelaide Football Club, CPA Australia, and South Australian Cricket Association.

Gain hands-on experience through placements, projects, and industry engagement opportunities while earning certifications from global leaders, including Google and Fortinet.

Learn from the experts.

At Flinders Business School, you'll be taught by professionals who bring their real-world experience into every class. Our academics have worked across local and global industries, combining expertise with strong professional networks and active industry connections.

Professor Angie Shafei

Dean of Flinders Business School

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Angie Shafei is a business health management consultant, an interdisciplinary clinical pathologist and researcher. With 20+ years of experience, she focuses on innovation, health transformation, and digital health. Co-founder of Innovate Inn, she excels in research commercialisation and has published extensively on digital health, new technologies and patient-centred healthcare.

Dr Afshin Tanouri

MBA Director

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Afshin Tanouri specialises in using digital technologies and gamification and his work spans mental health, wellbeing and alcohol reduction, and is published in top journals. Passionate about industry engagement and research-driven teaching, he integrates real-world experiences into his courses, covering digital marketing, sustainability, and business ethics.

A/Professor Philip Palmer

Teaching Program Director, Business

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Philip Palmer combines industry expertise with a strong focus on preparing students for successful careers in business and finance. A member of CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, he brings real-world insights into the classroom, helping students build technical capability, industry connections and the confidence to become job-ready professionals.

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Dr Ehsan Abedin

Senior Lecturer, Business Analytics

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Ehsan Abedin specialises in social commerce, social network analytics, and data-driven decision-making. With a PhD from the University of Melbourne, he developed a predictive model to assess the credibility of online consumer reviews. Ehsan excels at solving business challenges and inspiring innovative solutions.

Dr Eliza Kitchen

Senior Lecturer, Events Management and Toursim

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Eliza Kitchen specialises in event management, tourism and experience design. A recipient of the 2024 Gold Cutting Edge Research Award, her work focuses on event evaluation and shaping innovative visitor experiences. Eliza is passionate about preparing the next generation of tourism and event professionals for a rapidly evolving industry.

Dr Rajesh Johnsam

Senior Lecturer, Business

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Rajesh Johnsam is an experienced HR and leadership professional with a background in consulting, organisational development and business education. His work focuses on leadership capability, workplace innovation and emerging business trends, including artificial intelligence. Passionate about practical learning, he helps students connect business theory to real-world challenges and develop the confidence to lead in complex organisational environments.

Alicia Mitton

Senior Lecturer, Sports Management

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Alicia Mitton specialises in business, international studies and work-integrated learning. With more than 20 years of experience across industry and higher education, she develops industry-connected learning opportunities that bridge academia and the professional sports sector. Alicia is passionate about creating meaningful partnerships that prepare students for future careers.

Dr Salmin Mostafa

Senior Lecturer, Accounting

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Salmin Mostafa is a researcher and educator specialising in earnings management, corporate social responsibility and financial distress, with a focus on organisational capital and culture. Passionate about student success, she uses active engagement and tailored learning strategies to help students build the practical and analytical skills needed for professional careers in business and finance..

Connect with Flinders

Discover upcoming events, hear from our alumni, and build meaningful connections with the people, ideas and opportunities shaping your business future.

23 JUN

Flinders Business School Future Summit

Fearless Conversations: AI, Productivity, Markets and the Future of Business.

8:45 - 11:45am Level 14, Flinders City campus

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25 MAY

AUKUS: Building beyond barriers in advanced technology cooperation

Hosted by the Jeff Bleich Centre

5:30pm - 7:30pm, Flinders city campus, Adelaide

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27 MAY

2026 Social Enterprise Series

3:00PM - 5PM - The Nucleus, Bedford Park

Register free

Where business careers begin.

Flinders Business School delivers results that set you up for what’s next. Join a global network of more than 6,800 business alumni across over 85 countries, building successful careers across Australia and around the world. Applying their commercial, analytical and leadership skills across industries including accounting, marketing, corporate services and management.

Building a $330M ethical business from scratch

Greg Taylor (BCom ’05), founder and CEO of Step One, the ethical underwear brand now valued at more than $330 million. Since launching the company Greg has led Step One’s rapid global growth while pioneering sustainable manufacturing practices and becoming the first Australian clothing company to achieve end-to-end FSC certification.

Entrepreneurship creating national impact

Eloise Hall (BIntRel/BBus ’23) is the co-founder of TABOO Period Products, the social enterprise working to end period poverty in Australia by 2030. Since launching TABOO, Eloise has helped grow the brand into a nationally stocked business while driving conversations around dignity, accessibility and social impact through ethical entrepreneurship.

From family business roots to industry leader

Sam Ackland (BBus(Mktg) ’16) is the founder of Build Clean, an award-winning specialist cleaning company servicing South Australia’s construction industry. His company’s swift success and innovative approach saw Sam awarded 2020 South Australian Young Entrepreneur of the Year, and InDaily 's Top 40 Under 40 Entrepreneur Award.

A business school environment designed to help you thrive.

Flinders Business School offers a supportive environment to help students thrive academically, professionally and personally. Through flexible contemporary learning spaces, diverse perspectives and strong student support, we create opportunities for learners to build confidence, develop and prepare for success.

Less barriers,
more belonging

Flinders Business School is part of a diverse and inclusive university community that values different perspectives, experiences and backgrounds.

Through a strong commitment to cultural diversity, accessibility, gender equality and LGBTQIA+ inclusion, students learn in an environment that reflects the realities of modern business and prepares graduates to lead, collaborate and succeed in diverse workplaces and global industries.

Connect with experienced mentors

Connect with industry and alumni mentors to build networks, gain career insight and apply learning to real-world leadership challenges.
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Global opportunities for real-world learning

International placements and projects give students real-world global experience while building cross-cultural skills and adaptability.

Student satisfaction

90% of students were satisfied with their learning resources, while 89% rated the overall quality of their educational experience positively in the 2024 Student Experience Survey.

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Less conventional classrooms,
more career-ready

facilities

Flinders Business School provides access to industry-standard facilities designed to support collaborative learning, practical skill development and real-world industry experience throughout your degree.

From modern study spaces to hands-on learning environments like the Flinders Business Trading Room, our facilities help prepare you for the future of business.

Located at Bedford Park, the Trading Room features Refinitiv Eikon terminals with access to more than 400 global markets and four million gigabytes of market data, giving students practical experience using the same tools trusted by industry professionals.

Research and insights.

As part of Flinders University, Australia's fastest growing university for research funding, you connect to research that informs real-world business challenges and opportunities.

Research impact

Discover how Flinders Business research is shaping smarter organisations, stronger communities and more sustainable futures.

Stories

Partner with us

Access world-class expertise, industry partnerships and collaborative opportunities that help solve complex business challenges and deliver real-world impact.

Collaborate

Study a PhD

Explore your area of interest in depth, create new knowledge and build expertise in business, economics or management.

Make a difference

Research Institutes and Centres

Our institutes and centres connect research, industry and innovation to tackle real-world challenges across advanced manufacturing, technology, democracy, social impact and creative practice.

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Connected to Industry, wherever you study.

Flinders Business School offers flexible options that fit around your work and goals, while keeping you connected to industry and opportunity.

City Campus

Located in the heart of the Adelaide CBD across eight purpose-built levels. Ideal for working professionals and a postgraduate learners.

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Bedford Park

Set within a vibrant university environment with access to campus facilities, services and a connected student community.

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Online

Study 100% online with maximum flexibility. The same industry-informed curriculum, expert teaching and personalised support, wherever you are.

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Tonsley

Connect with industry through real-world projects, networking opportunities and placement experiences. Home to globally recognised organisations including Tesla, Siemens and ZEISS.

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Connected to Industry, wherever you study.

Flinders Business School offers flexible options that fit around your work and goals, while keeping you connected to industry and opportunity.

City Campus

Located in the heart of the Adelaide CBD across eight purpose-built levels. Ideal for working professionals and a postgraduate learners.

Explore

Bedford Park

Set within a vibrant university environment with access to campus facilities, services and a connected student community.

Explore

Tonsley

Connect with industry through real-world projects, networking opportunities and placement experiences. Home to globally recognised organisations including Tesla, Siemens and ZEISS.

Explore

We’re here to help you every step of the way.

If you would like to talk to one of our friendly advisors about applying to university or to discuss your study options and pathways, please contact us.

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