Explore your career in Business Management

Drive growth for good.

For years, the business world prioritised profit over social responsibility. Today's new breed of business managers care about the social impact of business decisions. They are innovative, entrepreneurial thinkers who focus on driving growth for good.

Curious about the long game? As a general manager, your people-before-profits leadership style will shine, as you drive an entire organisation to achieve strategic goals. By the time you rise to this role, you'll likely have an MBA and at least five years of industry experience.

What does a career in Business Management look like?

With 28,200 new business management jobs projected until 2026, it's the right time to get down to business.*

Fancy yourself as a business development manager? You'll spend your days evaluating sales performance and identifying growth opportunities. Maybe an ICT business analyst? You'll solve information communications technology issues and drive change with your expert knowledge. As a management or organisation analyst, you’ll help businesses improve systems, methods, and procedures.

By the time you get to the big chair - chief operations officer - you'll be leading the entire organisation to success, with a focus on people, the planet, and profits. In this rewarding career path, you can lead the way in any industry, from the public sector and not-for-profit, to government and more!

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Enjoy future growth

_{With a 32.2% job growth predicted (28,200 jobs) until 2026, you can be confident that your business management skills will be in demand.*}

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Be well rewarded

_{Look forward to being rewarded for your specialised skills and knowledge, with the median full-time earnings for Management and Organisation Analysts at $2,252 per week.**}

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Work across industries

_{There's a world of opportunity in business management with rewarding roles available across a wide range of industry sectors.}

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Study options

Bachelor of Business*

Bachelor of Business Management*

Bachelor of Business Management (Online)

Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics)*

Master of Business Administration Future Business

Master of Business Administration Industry Focused

*Available at Festival Plaza from 2024.

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Potential occupations

With a huge range of management roles to choose from, you could combine your business studies with information technology for a dynamic career as an ICT business analyst, or study a Bachelor of Business (Marketing) to get the edge on marketing management roles.

Top ten business management jobs

chief operations officer
business development manager
procurement manager
human resources manager
business consultant
retail director
marketing manager
innovation director
project manager
entrepreneur/business owner

Potential employers

Take your highly transferable management skills  and knowledge into the public and private sectors, government departments, financial institutions, private consulting firms, not-for-profits and commercial organisations.

Industry placement

You’ll graduate future-ready for tomorrow’s workforce with our Work Integrated Learning and industry placement programs. Our strong industry ties connect you to industry leaders, including prestige firms and professional bodies across all sectors.  

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No.1 in SA
in Business & Management for full-time employment, learner engagement, overall educational experience and skills development.

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No.1 in Australia
in Business & Management for overall educational experience.

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Why study Business Management at Flinders?

Study in innovative facilities

Study in our $120 million science and technology precinct at Tonsley or immerse yourself in a real-world business environment at the New Venture Institute.

Enjoy flexible study options

Expect a world-class learning experience on campus or online, with full- or part-time study options available.

Study abroad

Study part of your degree overseas with student exchange opportunities at 80 international partner universities.

Future-proof your career

Graduate ahead of the game with industry accreditation and the qualifications to apply for membership with professional bodies.

Connect with industry leaders

Get real-world experience and develop networks through Work Integrated Learning and industry placement programs.

Hear from our students

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Flinders taught me how to critically analyse information to solve problems which has been very important in my project management role, as I constantly encounter problems that require solution development and risk factor analysis.

Eliza Bastion, Bachelor of Business graduate

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How your future job is integrated into your studies

Ever wondered if you’re going to be ready for your dream job when your studies are over? At Flinders, we’ve got you covered, with a step-by-step plan to get you job-ready by graduation.

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Teaching & professional staff

Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to industry.

Senior Lecturer, College of Business, Government and Law: Dr Philip Palmer

Philip has completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) with Honours and a PhD in Accounting. He is a member of CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, where he is a member of the regional council for SA/NT.

He is passionate about producing enterprising, work-ready accounting graduates, who have the necessary technical knowledge and personal attributes to make a successful contribution to the accounting profession.

MBA Director, College of Business, Government and Law: Associate Professor Angie Abdel Shafei

Associate Professor Angie Shafei, MD DBA, is an interdisciplinary Clinical Pathologist, Pracademic, Health Management Consultant and Researcher. Her main interests are innovation, health transformation and digital health.

She has 20+ years of experience in the medical, education, quality and accreditation sectors in Australia, North Africa and the Gulf.

Work Integrated Learning Coordinator: Ms Kahlene Michalenny

Kahlene has a Bachelor of Business (Management) from Flinders University where she learned first-hand the value of undertaking a Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placement. Kahlene's WIL experience saw her transition from student to working professional with her WIL employer in her final study year.

Kahlene is passionate about supporting current students to have valuable WIL experiences within the College of Business, Government & Law.

Frequently asked questions

What are the entry requirements for a business management degree?

Check out the Flinders University Handbook and search for the business course you’re interested in.

What can I do with a business management degree in Australia?

With a business management degree at Flinders, you’ll develop a high-level skillset across all areas of business practice, including strategic management, planning, e-business, HR and marketing. You’ll graduate a career-ready business professional with transferable skills and practical knowledge.

What specialisation is best for business management?

With the increasing demand for management analysts and ICT business analysts, combining your business management studies with finance or information technology will allow you to hit the ground running in a lucrative and thriving industry.

Is it worth studying business management? 

A business degree is a valuable investment. It gives you the opportunity to access a diverse selection of well-paid, secure, dynamic, and in-demand roles across an almost limitless range of employment sectors.

Can I change my specialisation part way through my degree?

Yes. It's possible to change your specialisation within the first year of study. Changes to your specialisation will also depend on where the topic you want to take is up to. Your course coordinator will be happy to discuss this with you.

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Business Management.

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Business Management.

Drive growth for good.

What does a career in Business Management look like?

Enjoy future growth

_{With a 32.2% job growth predicted (28,200 jobs) until 2026, you can be confident that your business management skills will be in demand.*}

Be well rewarded

_{Look forward to being rewarded for your specialised skills and knowledge, with the median full-time earnings for Management and Organisation Analysts at $2,252 per week.**}

Work across industries

_{There's a world of opportunity in business management with rewarding roles available across a wide range of industry sectors.}

Study options

Study at our new city campus in 2024.
Flinders at Festival Plaza – Where potential meets possibility.

Study at our new city campus in 2024.
Flinders at Festival Plaza – Where potential meets possibility.