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Bachelor of Business

Our Bachelor of Business combines traditional business fundamentals with fashion industry specialisation. You'll develop essential skills in marketing, finance, management and innovation - all tailored specifically for fashion careers.

Study mode

On-Campus

Online

Duration

2 years

Units

24

Availability

11 places
remaining

Next intake

15/09/25

Your Accelerated Path to Fashion Leadership

Our innovative, fast-tracked Bachelor program blends the depth of a traditional Business degree with an industry-focused approach, specifically designed for the fashion world. Over two years, you'll gain advanced skills in enterprise, marketing, management and leadership, all while staying ahead of industry trends.
Graduate with confidence and knowledge to make your mark in the fashion industry.

If you enrol in the Bachelor program but decide to exit for any reason, you have the option to obtain an Undergraduate Certificate of Business Management if you have completed the first 4 units or a Diploma of Business Management if you have successfully completed the first 8 units.​

What you'll achieve by course completion

  • Strategic Business Thinking - Apply core business principles globally while driving innovation and sustainability

  • Professional Communication - Deliver compelling presentations and written communications using appropriate technology

  • Collaborative Leadership - Excel in diverse teams and navigate complex professional relationships

  • Ethical Decision Making - Integrate social justice and environmental considerations into business contexts

  • Research & Innovation - Conduct evidence-based research to solve real business challenges

  • Personal Resilience - Demonstrate self-regulation and adaptability in demanding professional environments

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Your Career Journey

Explore the professional opportunities ahead.

Business qualifications open doors to a diverse array of career paths, presenting numerous professional opportunities. The expanding scope of business roles is a promising outcome of technological advancements, where expertise in business is increasingly valued across various industrial sectors, notably in the dynamic fields of fashion and creative industries.

This business qualification offers versatility in prospective job opportunities, encompassing areas such as management, marketing, public relations, and communications.

Graduates with a Bachelor of Business can anticipate finding employment in roles including:

  • Brand Manager

  • E-commerce Manager

  • Fashion Buyer

  • Fashion Marketing Manager

  • Business Development Manager

  • Human Resources Manager

  • Merchandiser Planner

  • Operations Manager

  • Sales Manager

This breadth of career options reflects the adaptability and relevance of a business qualification in today's dynamic job market.

Hands-On Industry Experience

Unlimited access to exclusive internships and career opportunities

All Bachelor of Business students have unlimited access to exclusive industry placements and internships throughout their studies. Our dedicated Careers Team matches opportunities directly to your field of study and career goals.

Students gain access to:

  • Exclusive internship and job opportunities database

  • Industry Guest Speaker sessions and Networking Events

  • Ongoing career support as current students and graduates

  • Flexible placement options - choose as many opportunities as you wish

We believe practical experience is essential to fashion education. Our Work Integrated Learning approach seamlessly blends academic knowledge with real-world industry engagement, helping you build connections and achieve your career goals.

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Meet your lecturers

Learn from industry experts who bring real-world experience into the classroom.

Course Structure

Your study journey mapped out term by term

Course Structure
Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 4
Year 1
Term 1 BIS101 | Core
Foundations of Marketing
BIS102 | Core
People and Culture
BIS105 | Core
Business Research and Insight
MGT101 | Core
Management Fundamentals
Term 2 BIS104 | Core
Introduction to Business Communications
DMC119 | Core
Introduction to Consumer Psychology
ACC103 | Core
Introduction to Business Accounting
ICT103 | Core
Introduction to Information Systems
Term 3 BIS201 | Core
Enterprise and Innovation
PEX202 | Core
Industry Experience 1
BIS203 | Core
Digital Business Communications
ELECTIVE
Course Structure
Unit 1
Unit 2
Unit 3
Unit 4
Year 2
Term 1 MGT302 | Core
Project Management
BIS204 | Core
International Business Economics
BIS205 | Core
Business Metrics
ELECTIVE
Term 2 MGT303 | Core
Ethics and Decision Making
MGT304 | Core
Leadership and Change Management
MGT301 | Core
Strategic Management
ELECTIVE
Term 3 LAW301 | Core
Business Law and Compliance
PEX302 | Core
Industry Experience 2
BIS301 | Core
Business Sustainability and Innovation
ELECTIVE
Term 1
Unit 1
BIS101 | Core
Foundations of Marketing
Unit 2
BIS102 | Core
People and Culture
Unit 3
BIS105 | Core
Business Research and Insight
Unit 4
MGT101 | Core
Management Fundamentals
Term 2
Unit 1
BIS104 | Core
Introduction to Business Communications
Unit 2
DMC119 | Core
Introduction to Consumer Psychology
Unit 3
ACC103 | Core
Introduction to Business Accounting
Unit 4
ICT103 | Core
Introduction to Information Systems
Term 3
Unit 1
BIS201 | Core
Enterprise and Innovation
Unit 2
PEX202 | Core
Industry Experience 1
Unit 3
BIS203 | Core
Digital Business Communications
Unit 4
ELECTIVE
Term 1
Unit 1
MGT302 | Core
Project Management
Unit 2
BIS204 | Core
International Business Economics
Unit 3
BIS205 | Core
Business Metrics
Unit 4
ELECTIVE
Term 2
Unit 1
MGT303 | Core
Ethics and Decision Making
Unit 2
MGT304 | Core
Leadership and Change Management
Unit 3
MGT301 | Core
Strategic Management
Unit 4
ELECTIVE
Term 3
Unit 1
LAW301 | Core
Business Law and Compliance
Unit 2
PEX302 | Core
Industry Experience 2
Unit 3
BIS301 | Core
Business Sustainability and Innovation
Unit 4
ELECTIVE

Start Your Fashion Career Today

Download our free course guide and discover how TFI connects you with Australia's top fashion brands through hands-on learning and guaranteed industry placements.

The Bachelor of Business at Whitecliffe / The Fashion Institute is a wonderful stepping stone to a career in fashion. Whether you’re looking to start your brand, run your own agency or join an established company, the Bachelor of Business is going to provide you with the tools and skills to get there. In this ever-changing landscape, it’s crucial to ensure your qualifications and skills offer versatility in career options, which you’re sure to get at TFI. As a business owner, this course is vital to understanding the inner workings of building a brand from the ground up.

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Course FAQs

Get answers to common questions about this course, admissions, and student life.

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

Whitecliffe offers multiple pathways into our Diploma and Bachelor’s degrees for domestic students:

  • Early Entry: Completed Year 11 plus a Career Advisor recommendation.

  • Recent School Leavers: Completed Year 12 (or equivalent) in the last two years.

  • VET Graduates: Completed a relevant Certificate IV or higher.

  • Higher Education Graduates: Completed a qualification at AQF Level 5 or above.

  • Work & Life Experience: Aged 20+, with relevant work or other experience and a supporting statement.

  • Indigenous Entry Scheme: Previous study or experience, written statement, and confirmation of heritage.

  • Special Entry: For exceptional circumstances or diverse backgrounds, with supporting documents.

  • Overseas Qualifications: Assessed through official Country Education Profiles.

International Students

To apply to Whitecliffe as an international student, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old.

  • Have completed the overseas equivalent of Year 12 in Australia, or higher-level study such as an AQF Level 4 qualification, Foundation Studies, or an approved English for Academic Purposes program.

  • Meet English language requirements:

    • Most programs require an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no band below 5.5.

    • Higher scores apply for Communications and Media programs.

    • Equivalent scores from Cambridge, Pearson PTE Academic, or TOEFL iBT are also accepted.

  • Ensure English test results are less than two years old at your course start date.

All applicants must complete the online application form and provide relevant supporting documents, such as identification, academic records, and other evidence as required for their chosen pathway.

Need help? Contact our Admissions Team for guidance.

How to apply

STEP 1 - APPLY
For Domestic Students, complete the Domestic Application Form

For International Students, complete the International Application Form

From here our admissions team will assess your application, and will be in touch within 3-5 business days to discuss.

STEP 2 - CHAT WITH US
All applicants will have an interview to discuss their goals and learn more about the course, student commitments, and the support Whitecliffe offers.

STEP 3 - LETTER OF OFFER
Successful students will receive a Letter of Offer and a Student Acceptance Agreement which outlines the contractual arrangements and confirms the course of enrolment, duration; campus location; course-related fees and policies.

STEP 4 - ACCEPTANCE
Formally accept your offered place by completing, signing and returning the Agreement Acceptance Declaration in the Letter of Offer and finalise your funding. Once all items have been actioned, the Confirmation of Enrolment will be issued.

STEP 5 - ORIENTATION
All students will be required to attend an Orientation the week before classes commence. Invitations will be sent out as part of your Welcome Pack.

STEP 6 - COMMENCEMENT
We look forward to welcoming you for your first class!

If you have any questions regarding your studies, you are welcome to book an Campus Tour or Phone Appointment prior to applying.

Course fees

Manageable Payment Schedule (Pay as you go model):

Students only pay for the units they are enrolled into each trimester and there is no requirement to pay the total course fee upfront.

PROGRAM

UNITS

UNIT PRICE

TOTAL

Bachelor of Business

24

$2500

$60,000

Bachelor of Communications and Media

24

$2500

$60,000

Diploma of Digital and Social Media Marketing

8

$1250

$10,000

FEE-Help Approved:

All courses are fully fee-help approved.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP if you:

  • meet the citizenship and residency requirements.

  • are enrolled in an eligible unit of study

  • by the census date for that unit; and

  • have not exceeded the FEE-HELP limit

Academic calendar

2025

Trimester 1

Trimester 2

Trimester 3

O-Week

27-31 Jan

19-23 May

8-12 Sept

Start

3 Feb

26 May

15 Sept

Census

21 Feb

13 Jun

3 Oct

Finish

2 May

22 Aug

12 Dec

Course duration

How long you take to complete your course of study at ICAT depends on several factors such as the duration of your course, your study load, your academic progression and if you take any time away from your studies. Generally, the maximum number of subjects you can take per trimester is four (for a full-time study load) which is a course duration of six trimesters, or two years. The minimum number of subjects per trimester is two (for a part-time study load), which is twelve trimesters or four years.

Taking a break from my studies

You can suspend your enrolment to take a leave of absence, for example to travel, for up to a maximum of 12 months. If you want to suspend your enrolment for a longer duration, you will be required to withdraw from the course and re-apply when you are ready to recommence your study. Applications to suspend your enrolment should be made no later than five working days before Census Date to avoid academic and/or financial penalty.

Class days + timetables

You will be able to view your timetable approx. 6 weeks before your trimester starts.

Whenever feasible, Student Services will reach out to all students to inquire about preferences ahead of the timetables being released. Please note due to scheduling, this preference option may not be available and class days may already have been pre-selected.

Students will be able to access their timetable through Moodle. You will be provided with your individual log in details. Once logged in select the ‘My Timetable’ from the Home Page.

Class sessions

We have two class times each day.

  • Morning session, 10 am – 1 pm

  • Afternoon session, 2 pm – 5 pm