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Study economics, finance and trade
100% online  

With the global economy constantly changing, understanding how and why decisions are made is so important – our future depends on it.  

UniSA Online’s Bachelor of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade) brings together three interconnected areas of study. You’ll graduate with a sound understanding of financial systems and business environments, both locally and internationally. 

Learn about public policy challenges, explore topics like inflation and interest rates, and apply your knowledge to a career in government, banking, or professional services once you graduate.   

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Thinking of studying soon?

2025

If you want to start your studies in 2025, consider applying to UniSA Online now. You’ll complete a year of study and continue onto Adelaide University in 2026.

You’ll be highly supported to transition to Adelaide University in your existing program with an individual study plan. Contact the UniSA Online Degree Adviser Team to find out more.

2026

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If you plan to start your studies in 2026, you can apply to Adelaide University. Applications will open in August 2025.

Have any questions? We're here to help! Contact Adelaide University's Future Student Enquiries Team.

What you'll learn

This degree delivers the knowledge and skills required to interpret and analyse global economies and financial systems. Study broad economic principles, analyse trade activities both nationally and in the international context, and explore topics like supply and demand, trade theory and tariffs, and foreign exchange.  

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Economics of Public Policy


Examine the causes and nature of
key issues facing modern societies, including the provision of healthcare, environmental degradation, and competition policy, and understand the role of government policy in addressing them.
  

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International Currency and Banking Markets

Learn about role of the major international financial institutions and financial markets, their operation and their impact on Australia's financial system and institutions. 

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Principles of Economics


Build your understanding of
the fundamentals of economics, including market structures, business cycles, inflation and unemployment. 
 

Study Economics, Finance and Trade On Demand

Study On Demand – a 100% online economics, finance and trade degree designed specifically for online learning. Take full control over your study – access support seven days a week, engage with course content from day one, view learning resources 24/7, and log into the interactive online environment anywhere, any time and on any device.

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Meet your Program Director

Vandana Arya

"I am a Senior lecturer in Economics and Financial Planning, and my research focus is on international economics in the context of capital flows and their implications on economic growth. I am passionate about teaching and I lecture a broad range of courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Upon graduation, students will have extensive knowledge of the vast global business environment organisations find themselves in today, whilst having a clear understanding of how this environment is affected by public policies, economic exchanges, and global trade activities."

Vandana Arya 
Program Director, Bachelor of Business (Economics, Finance and Trade) 

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