The 5-year full-time combined degree of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business with Honours is offered on the Launceston and Hobart campuses by the College of Arts, Law & Education and the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics (TSBE). A restricted program is available at the Cradle Coast Campus. For further information, contact the TSBE or Arts Student Central. Course objectives The objectives of the combined degree are: to complement traditional studies in humanities and social sciences with a wide range of management, accounting, marketing and business skills; to broaden the opportunities of Business students to undertake studies in languages and area studies. Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Business with Honours (AQF Level 8) graduates will be able to: Acquire, consolidate, critically evaluate, reflect and synthesise advanced knowledge in one of the humanities and social sciences disciplines and in one of the business disciplines. Critically analyse and devise an appropriate response to a challenging complex or multi-faceted problem, identify research questions, design, plan and execute a project. Make evidence based decisions that take account of diverse contexts and constraints impacting on societies and environments. Communicate complex information effectively in written, visual and oral forms with a diverse range of stakeholders. Work effectively, responsibly, respectfully and safely in individual and/or team contexts. Demonstrate self-management, flexibility, initiative and resilience in readiness for diverse workplace demands. Career outcomes Graduates of the combined Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business degree could expect to obtain employment in such areas as accounting, finance, international business, human resources or personnel management, marketing, journalism and public relations, government and teaching. Professional Recognition If students wish to be eligible for membership of a professional body they will need to select units endorsed by that body. The School offers units to enable students to join the following professional bodies: Chartered Accountants in Australia & New Zealand CPA Australia Australian Institute of Management Australian Marketing Institute Chartered Institute of Company Secretaries in Australia Australian Institute of Banking and Finance Membership details may be obtained from the appropriate professional body.