Finding a path to the future can be hard. Whether or not they have an end goal in mind, for many students, choosing a degree that gives them the flexibility to build skills and explore their interests is key. For Priyanka Banerjee, this choice led her to the Bachelor of Commerce. Now, she’s moved on to study the Melbourne JD (Juris Doctor).
Published 09 Aug 2019
Student Enrichment; Finance
When we think of Finance and Economics, there’s often a very formulaic response – we imagine data and spreadsheets – but to be successful you have to think outside the Excel box. It’s not just about the numbers. For BCom Student Barry Zhang the narrative is just as important. His experience in the Management Consulting subject, working with HASSELL Architecture and Design firm gave him the chance to build a new narrative, and understand the full scope of management consulting.
Published 02 Apr 2019
Alumni
Some students know exactly what they want to do long before they finish their studies. For others, being open to different opportunities can help them find their dream job.
Published 15 Nov 2018
Students
The Faculty of Business and Economics (FBE) offers a wide array of opportunities for students to get real-world experience, and engage with outside companies. Bachelor of Commerce students Nichole Ruderman, Simone James and Hannah Kuang undertook the subject Management Consulting (MC) last semester and took some time out to walk us through their experience.
Published 08 Oct 2018
Alumni
Economists at the University of Melbourne have created a ground-breaking model of the global financial crisis in the hope of preventing it from happening again.
Published 27 Jun 2018
Finance
A new book co-authored by Professor Paul Kofman, Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics, explores how the finance sector can stand as a true profession.
Published 05 Apr 2018
Awards
Professor of Accounting Margaret Abernethy is the second woman to ever be inducted into the Australian Accounting Hall of Fame. We chatted with the management accounting scholar about this incredible achievement and why teaching and research are her greatest passions.
Published 07 Mar 2018
Student Enrichment; International Opportunities
From Asia to Africa, throughout her degree, this well-traveled Master of International Business student has embraced the opportunities in studying the global economy both inside and outside the classroom.
Published 04 Jan 2018
Marketing
Melanie Alforque recalls her days at Melbourne Business School (MBS) as some of the most defining moments of her life, ultimately leading to her current role as Brand Manager for ZoOSh at Bega Cheese Limited.
Published 05 Oct 2017
Economics
Victoria Baranov is a lecturer at the University of Melbourne Department of Economics. As a development economist, Dr Baranov focuses on issues of economic development and poverty. In this interview, she explains how her work could change the future of mothers and children in the developing world, and how she balances her busy teaching and research schedule.
Published 13 Sep 2017
Student Enrichment
Thai marketing graduate reflects on his journey from studying in Melbourne to changing tourist perceptions in Bangkok
Published 02 Mar 2017
Student Enrichment; International Opportunities
Einan Lom discovered what it meant to live as an Italian in order to enhance and expand his business skills.
Published 20 Sep 2016
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