This course provides parks, recreation and heritage related studies aimed at the management of national parks, recreation parks, Aboriginal and historic sites, urban parks and wildlife management.
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This major offers students a broad interdisciplinary approach to the study of Australia's Indigenous cultures.
Design is the focus of this course; these studies are supported by studies in architectural technology, sustainability, history and culture of architecture, ethical and legislative frameworks, and the study of architecture in practice.
Landscape Architecture is concerned with the ordered design of open spaces at all scales: the appearance, atmosphere, and suitability of environment to assure its health and welfare and that of its inhabitants. The course covers landscape theory and design, professional values, environment theory, graphic and other communication, and landscape construction supported by project and field work.
The accounting courses provide students with a knowledge-base in financial accounting, management accounting, business law and finance. The sustainable business courses equip students with the knowledge and skills to meet the needs of organisations to strategically manage and report their environmental and social impacts on the community. In addition, the program provides students with the necessary broad-based administrative and management skills required by organisations to compete in the global economic environment.
The Bachelor of Applied Geograpical Information Systems (GIS) is an exciting and unique course in South Australia that will give you the skills to support change and growth in some of the most important areas of modern society. You will combine core topics in GIS, remote sensing and information technology with your choice of a major sequence in the area where you would like to work. Popular majors include biology, geography, earth sciences, environmental studies, archaeology and criminal justice. Industry placements in 3rd year will help you develop contacts and work skills. This course appeals to students who enjoy computing, graphics and digital mapping and would like to use these skills to tackle real-world problems.
The ecology major at QUT allows you to gain a broad range of scientific skills, including the specialist techniques required for conserving endangered wildlife, solving problems with invasive species and other pests, managing our local and national fisheries, and evaluating issues associated with the sustainability of our natural resources in the face of climate change and increasing human impact on the environment.
The understanding of the mechanisms controlling environmental systems provides the skills required to undertake a great range of scientific environmental planning and management, and tackle problems such as local water quality and ecosystem impacts, soil erosion, catchment and groundwater use, or adaptation to global climate change.
Geoscience is critical for Australia’s future sustainable development. Geoscientists play a leading role in studying climate change and managing environmental issues, such as chronic water shortage, dry land salinity and coastal development.
The Bachelor of Applied Science / Bachelor of Business double degree has the opportunity to study the Management, Marketing, Economics, Finances, Human Resource Management and International Business Majors which all include the Sustainability in the Changing Environment unit.
Environmental professionals with strong social science backgrounds are needed both in Australia and internationally, because sustainability and the environment now pervade nearly all aspects of government, business and recreation. Graduates from this degree are employed in a diversity of agencies, centres, consultancies and programs throughout the private sector and in local, state and federal government.
This course provides a comprehensive grounding in outdoor environmental education and environmental studies, leading to related careers in community and government organisations, community environmental education and land management.
Be at the cutting edge of an emerging field with your Sustainable Development degree. Discover how to create a sustainable future for us all by learning from both sides of the field and take an environmental or social approach to your study.
The Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) / Bachelor of Business double degree has the opportunity to study the Management, Marketing, Economics, Finances, Human Resource Management and International Business Majors which all include the Sustainability in the Changing Environment unit.
This course provides a broad and flexible educational preparation for a range of professional, business-related careers in private and public enterprise. Students could cover Sustainable Resource Management and Corporate Sustainability in Global Markets in the course of their studies.
The Dean's Honours program has the opportunity to study the Management, Marketing, Economics, Finances, Human Resource Management and International Business Majors which all include the Sustainability in the Changing Environment unit.
The Economics Major begins with units on quantitative analysis and on economics that build on the Faculty core program. Core economic principles are further developed. Students then choose three of five units devoted to applications of economic theory in areas such as environmental, behavioural and international economics, and development of research skills. This degree incorporates Sustainability in the Changing Environment which draws on interdisciplinary sources to encourage the development of a systemic view that incorporates global, corporate, and personal levels of analysis.
The Finance Major develops skills in finance, including financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, financial analysis, and investments management. This degree incorporates Sustainability in the Changing Environment which draws on interdisciplinary sources to encourage the development of a systemic view that incorporates global, corporate, and personal levels of analysis.
The Human Resource Management Major is concerned with all aspects of managing people in organisations, including recruitment, performance and reward systems, employee relations and staff development. This degree incorporates Sustainability in the Changing Environment which draws on interdisciplinary sources to encourage the development of a systemic view that incorporates global, corporate, and personal levels of analysis.
The International Business Major teaches importing and exporting, international communication and negotiation, accounting, logistics and marketing and develop the strategic know-how required to succeed in the international realm. This degree incorporates Sustainability in the Changing Environment which draws on interdisciplinary sources to encourage the development of a systemic view that incorporates global, corporate, and personal levels of analysis.
The Management major provides analytical, strategic and operational skills and detailed knowledge of the contemporary business environment. You will learn about the importance of sustainability and change in organisations operating within complex environments.
The Marketing Major develops knowledge in marketing research, management and communication, to units focussed on special applications such as e-marketing, services marketing and international marketing. This degree incorporates Sustainability in the Changing Environment which draws on interdisciplinary sources to encourage the development of a systemic view that incorporates global, corporate, and personal levels of analysis.
Tourism is not just about moving people from one place to another and making sure their travel, accommodation and tours are booked. Travel agents and tour operators do play a major role in tourism but the industry also extends to tourism planning, marketing and promotion and economic development organisations which operate from local to national and international levels. It also covers specialised sectors such as the wine industry, cultural tourism and ecotourism.
The Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Mathematics double degree has the opportunity to study the Management, Marketing, Economics, Finances, Human Resource Management and International Business Majors which all include the Sustainability in the Changing Environment unit.
The Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Creative Industries double degree has the opportunity to study the Management, Marketing, Economics, Finances, Human Resource Management and International Business Majors which all include the Sustainability in the Changing Environment unit.
