JCU students choose this dual course of studies because it boosts their career prospects. You'll learn analytic thinking and scientific research methods that are relevant to many careers. The course gives you the academic knowledge and practical skills that are valuable if you want to practice in Psychology - and are equally valued by employers in diverse business fields. Course overview This broad four-year course of studies offers you many options, and equips you with knowledge and experience in fields that will help you achieve your career goals. JCU's PSYCHOLOGY staff have a research focus that will give you opportunities to learn about: Forensic psychology Social psychology Mental health Stress Cognitive sciences Personality assessment Ageing and geriatric mental health. Your choice of majors is broad, and includes: Social Sciences Business Intelligence and Information Systems Sports and Events Management Human Resources Management Hospitality and Tourism Management Banking and Finance. Among the many core subjects and options are: Economics for Sustainable Business Business, Environment and Society in the Tropics Contemporary Business Communications Accounting for Decision Making Managing Consumer Markets Exploring Psychology: From Brain to Practice Exploring Psychology: From Perception to Reality Critical Thinking in Psychology: How to Think About Weird Things Memory and Cognition Personality Psychology: decoding the Mysteries of Humans. Career opportunities This course prepares you so that you can choose between a whole range of rewarding and interesting careers in business or psychological practice. You can choose from a diverse list of Majors and subject areas. You'll gain skills that equip you to build a career in: Private psychology practices Counselling roles in business, community or government organisations Human resources management Staff training and professional development Business and market research Education (with further training) and much more, depending on your choice of major... Course highlights The great thing about studying at JCU is that you'll be fast-tracked into the workforce. Through JCU's Townsville campus which has a fully functioning psychology clinic, as well as opportunities to learn from industry experts, you'll participate in real-world experiences, work on your own special projects, or undertake an internship. You'll also have amazing opportunities to learn from JCU's world-recognised researchers and lecturers, so you'll get first-hand knowledge from people who are experts in their field. Business Majors: Banking and Finance, Business Intelligence and Information Systems, Economics, Financial Management, Governance, Business and Society, Health Management, Hospitality and Tourism Management, Human Resources Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Sports and Events Management.