Get ahead in the fast-paced world of business and make an impact on a local or international level.VU's Bachelor of Business gives you the knowledge, skills and professional development to succeed in the constantly changing global business workforce. In your first year, you'll develop a solid foundation in core business studies, followed by a choice of majors from 13 specialty business areas. This challenging and engaging course will improve your intellectual, analytical, organisational and interpersonal skills. VU's strong industry links, workplace learning opportunities and industry-expert lecturers will also help you to graduate work-ready. Our Bachelor of Business can lead to opportunities all around the world. VU's extensive network of local and international partnerships, overseas exchange programs, and our mix of students from across the globe will help you grow an international network of contacts – expanding your global career opportunities well into the future. The Bachelor of Business allows you to tailor your learning to your needs. Financial Risk Management Launch your career in financial planning and risk management through the Financial Risk Management major and your expertise could see you excel in this thriving, fast-paced field. You'll gain the specialist knowledge and fundamental business skills to combat the complex challenges faced by businesses in the financial sector.After developing a solid grounding in business in your first year, customize your degree with a major in Financial Risk Management.This major allows you to start your career in financial planning and financial risk management in any modern financial services industry. The recent financial crises, global and regional, have highlighted the need for higher level thoughtful planning which is essential for the long term sustainability of the financial sector, and this course will expose you to the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges. If you, however, choose to build a career in the Australian financial sector, or in the neighbouring region, studying in Australia will be a definite advantage because completing the full course equips you with the practical knowledge in the areas of financial planning, risk management and insurance, investment and portfolio management, taxation law, superannuation, and estate planning. Your specialist skills could soon make you indispensable for companies operating in the financial services industry, where you could work within: financial planning funds management banking stockbroking superannuation insurance investment risk management. Course structureTo attain the Bachelor of Business, students will be required to complete 288 credit points consisting of:96 credit points First Year Core units96 credit points of Major studies selected from the approved list.96 credit points made up of eitherCareers in businessGraduating with a degree in Business from VU will put you ahead of the game. Focus your studies in one of our specializations and learn fundamental skills you can apply in any sector.