Economics and business programs are also offered in the Faculty of Agriculture, on the Camperdown Campus of the University, and the Faculty of Rural Business on the Orange campus. All courses provide opportunities to focus on applied business skills as well as areas of 'people management' and the behaviour of organisations, businesses and governments. Much of the study in all courses involves computer-based workshops, simulations and exercises. You will often be required to work in small groups, make presentations, discuss and analyse what is happening in the business world. These are skills that employers need you to develop.
Some units offer work placements or internships for selected students.
Skills highly regarded by employers are gained in fourth year through the completion of a research thesis or research project reports and research exercises. In each year of the course, a wide range of optional units are available. Entry to Accounting is restricted to students with a minimum UAI equal to that for BCom entry. Students would expect to graduate with industry recognised management competencies and decision-making skills. Studies integrate a balance of knowledge and experience of business, technical, scientific, practical and theoretical skills necessary of management and organisation of business, especially in the context of agribusiness.