The Bachelor of Communication and Media - Bachelor of Economics and Finance has a strong focus on international media and business, and encourages an understanding of how producers and consumers interact in a media saturated world. It will teach you a diverse skill set and equip you with critical and creative thinking skills, along with effective communication and problem solving skills that you can take into a range of careers. The Bachelor of Communication and Media degree offers students a strong foundation in the global communication and media industries. This degree has a focus on preparing students for global careers in digital and social media, visual communication design, journalism, screen media production, marketing, communication and advertising. Students will encounter key ideas in the study and practice of media and communications, and gain flexible and transferable skills that will prepare them for informed engagement with the changing world of global media culture. Economics and Finance explores the theory, policies, practices and institutions of the domestic and global economy at both the micro and macro levels. You will develop the skills necessary to make responsible professional judgements in economic and financial decision-making, as well as identify and apply tools of analysis to a wide range of economic issues, including the behaviour of consumers and firms, the labour market, the environment, fiscal and monetary policy, and international trade. What you will study The Bachelor of Communication and Media offers five majors - Digital and Social Media, Visual Communication Design, Journalism, Global Screen Media and Marketing, Communication and Advertising. You will need to select one major to specialise in throughout the duration of your degree. The Bachelor of Economics and Finance has a prescribed set of core subjects as well as electives. Your final year culminates with an exciting applied research project capstone subject. This is an experiential learning opportunity that offers a workplace-based project, or more traditional research-based project. Career opportunities Global Communications, Digital Publishing, Media Strategy and Planning, Public Relations, Copywriter, Market Research, Event Coordinator, Publicity Officer, Tourism Officer, Print/Television/Radio/Photo/Online Journalist, Government Editor, Feature Writer, Reporter, Researcher, Advertising, Social Media Manager, Media Management Advisor, Communication Specialist, Corporate Communications, Content Development.