Bachelor of Business (Marketing) (Pathway to Master of Management (Tourism and Event Management))
Degree Level Undergraduate
Year 2025
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Entry requirements
Admission criteria
The admission criteria have been grouped to assist you to easily find the information most relevant to your circumstances. However, you may fit into more than one and the university will consider applicants against each of the relevant criteria.
Certain conditions apply. For more information refer to Appendix 4 of the University's Selection and Entry policy.
Applicants are required to meet one of the following criteria with a competitive result, and demonstrate that they
fulfil any prerequisite requirements and essential requirements for admission:
Recent secondary education
Meet any prerequisite requirements with a minimum grade of C- or equivalent
AND- Qualify for the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE), and achieved a competitive Selection Rank (ATAR), or
- Complete secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE, or
- Complete the International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of 24 points
Applicants who have not achieved the Selection Rank required for automatic selection may be selected for any
remaining places based on the grades of their year 12 subjects.OR
Higher education study- Complete or partly complete a recognised higher education program at a recognised higher education
institution, or - Complete at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level or above
OR
Vocational Education and Training (VET)- Complete an award from a registered training organisation at Certificate IV or above
OR
Work and life experience- Qualify for Special Entry, or
- Complete a 12-month UniSA Foundation Studies program or equivalent, or
- Hold completed secondary qualifications equivalent to SACE obtained more than 2 years in the past
Essential requirements for admission
Achieve a GPA of 4.0 or above on completion of their second year of study to be eligible.
Prerequisites
NoneAssumed Knowledge
None
Degree overview
- Complete a business undergraduate and postgraduate management degree in just four years through our Fast-track to Masters program.
- Graduate with a highly diverse skill-set and broader career opportunities.
- Gain real-world experience through an industry internship, a mentorship opportunity or an overseas study tour.
- Both on campus and mixed mode study options are available, providing you with flexibility throughout your studies.
- Our marketing programs are accredited by the Australian Marketing Institute (AMI), this accreditation ensures graduates are provided with an appropriate set of knowledge and skills required by employers in the marketing industry.
- Explore the fascinating world of consumer psychology and the scientific laws of brand growth.
- Develop career-ready skills employers are looking for once you graduate, with enterprise skills embedded in all business courses.
- Pursue a global career in the tourism, event and hospitality business sectors.
- Study at a university that has been awarded the South Australian Tourism Award for Education and Training, and admitted to the SA Tourism Hall of Fame.
- Learn from the same experts who advise global brands like Colgate-Palmolive, Mondelez International and Nestlé.
- High achieving students may be eligible for the Ehrenberg Scholarship which covers HECS-HELP fees for one year, and the opportunity to apply for a part-time position as a Research Assistant at the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science.
- Apply for a Vacation Research Scholarship with the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute and become involved in world-class research.
- Connect with our in-house Marketing Clinic and provide advice to small and medium-sized businesses under the supervision of marketing experts.
- Study at the No.1 university in South Australia for graduate careers in Business and Management1.
- Study a curriculum informed by world-class research in Business2.
- Study at a university recognised globally in Business. UniSA Business is in the top one per cent worldwide and has been awarded an overall five stars for excellence3.
- UniSA Business is accredited by both AACSB International and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies.
- Study at the No.1 Business School in SA, and Top 5 business school in Australia for quality4.
1ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2020-22 – Full-time Employment Indicator (Domestic Undergraduate). SA public universities. 22018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). 3UniSA Business is one of just 13 institutions in Australia and approximately 200 globally (from over 25,000 universities) to be EQUIS accredited. EFMD, March 2024. 2023 QS Stars Business School Ratings. 4Australian Financial Review BOSS Best Business Schools List 2024.
Snapshot
This Fast-track to Masters program allows you to fast-track your career by completing an undergraduate and postgraduate degree in just four years. You will be able to diversify your skill set, increase your earning potential with a more advanced qualification, and expand your career opportunities across a range of fields.
As part of this degree, you will develop practical marketing management skills, explore consumer psychology and learn the scientific laws of brand growth. Your lecturers will be the experts who advise brands like Colgate-Palmolive, Mondelez International and Nestlé.
In the Master of Management (Tourism and Event Management) degree, you will learn contemporary management skills and study areas such as project management and the principles and practice of tourism. You will gain the confidence to manage organisations and achieve business objectives in an efficient and effective manner.
Employers value graduates who can apply theory to real industry challenges. Throughout your degree, you will be immersed in real-world challenges and have access to practical-based electives including industry internships, simulation projects and our entrepreneur-based course Startup Studio, which teaches you how to bring a business concept to life. You will also benefit from other experience-based learning opportunities, including overseas study and business mentoring. Our summer and winter schools also offer exciting study and learning opportunities.
What you'll learn
Your undergraduate degree starts with core courses in business. These will give you a solid grasp of business fundamentals such as economics, accounting and business intelligence.
In your marketing specialisation you’ll then focus on areas such as:
- Consumer behaviour
- Marketing analytics
- Advertising
- Branding
Your postgraduate degree will advance your knowledge and skills in contemporary management practice. You will develop your expertise in core areas such as business ethics, business analytics, leadership and performance, and strategic thinking. You will learn how to effectively manage organisations and achieve key business objectives.
You'll also have the chance to study elective courses including the Marketing Practicum, Marketing Clinic or overseas study tour.
You can gain an extra qualification and broaden your career prospects by completing a Diploma in Languages.
Study hours
For each course you study, you will need to allocate time for various classes such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Plus you will need additional hours to study in your own time to complete assignments, readings and projects, as well as to contribute to online discussion forums (independent study). So as a general rule, if you are studying full-time you would need to allocate 12–26 hours of study when at university and 14–28 hours of independent study per week.
Assessment
Your studies at UniSA will incorporate both practical, professionally-focused and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:
- reports, project documentation, case studies and presentations
- essays and assignments
- examinations
- industry-relevant, research-based projects
- practicals and team-based projects
- participation in the workplace and in class
Global opportunities
Enrich your studies and your life – make overseas study part of your qualification. You may have the option to undertake an exchange, short-term program or study tour overseas while you study. We have links with universities worldwide, as well as a range of travel grants available to make going overseas much more accessible.
You can choose short-term or semester-long study from a range of universities and countries depending on your area of study and cultural interests.
Take a look at the global opportunities available.
Why Bachelor of Business (Marketing) (Pathway to Master of Management (Tourism and Event Management))
This Fast-track to Masters program enables you to commence a 3-year Bachelor of Business (Marketing) and secure a place in a 1-year Master of Management (Tourism and Event Management) degree (typically 1.5 years) in just four years of study.
You will fast track your progression into the master’s qualification by substituting four selected courses or electives in your bachelor's degree to complete master’s-level courses.
You will graduate with an industry-accredited degree and the ability to understand markets, develop strategies and grow revenue for business.
You will also learn from lecturers and tutors who advise some of the world’s biggest brand and have the opportunity to apply for a Vacation Research Scholarship with the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science.
You could get the opportunity to be selected to participate in our on-campus Marketing Clinic and provide advice to small and medium-sized businesses under the supervision of marketing experts, and to conduct a research project with another student in an organisation.
With flexible learning arrangements to best suit your individual needs, this degree is delivered face-to-face, online or a combination of both. There are a range of options available to fast track your learning. Develop the specialist skills to succeed in the vibrant tourism and event management industry. We have been awarded the South Australian Tourism Award for Education and Training, and admitted to the SA Tourism Hall of Fame.
UniSA Business is the only business school in South Australia accredited by both AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EFMD (EQUIS) – the world’s leading accreditation bodies recognising excellence in business education and research at a global level. These dual accreditations demonstrate the high standards we hold across all areas such as teaching, student learning and research, as well as our commitment to continually improving the quality of our programs.
Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science
UniSA is home to the world-renowned Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science. The Institute is the world’s largest institute for research into marketing. It is supported by more than 60 companies worldwide via the Ehrenberg-Bass Sponsorship, including:
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Colgate-Palmolive
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Mondelez International
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Suntory Beverage & Food
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Lindt & Sprüngli
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Danone
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PepsiCo.
The Institute has been making important discoveries about marketing for more than a decade, with its leading research embedded into our marketing degrees. You will get up-to-date industry knowledge, insights and access to the experts who advise some of the world’s biggest brands.
An enriching student experience
Our flexible delivery and extra-curricular opportunities are designed to suit your lifestyle, preferred way of learning and career interests. You can benefit from online and on-campus study, part-time or full-time learning, Summer and Winter School intensive courses, mentoring and networking opportunities with industry, and accelerated learning pathways. Plus, you can make the most of professional development courses endorsed by industry, build leadership skills employers value through UniSA+ and seek support at our on-campus Business Student Hub.
This could be you
At UniSA, you'll learn invaluable transferable employability skills to future-proof your career.
Your career
As the No.1 university in South Australia for graduate careers in Business and Management1, our quality teaching and experiences beyond the classroom will ensure you graduate career-ready.
You could consider careers such as:
- Account manager: managing client relationships; preparing creative briefs; managing the production of advertisements; managing internal and external communications.
- Brand manager: responsible for driving the growth of a brand; ensuring all aspects of a brand’s marketing and manufacturing match; creating a brand strategy and ensuring all aspects of a product or an activity align with the brand.
- Business development manager: sales planning; account management; relationship building; developing business plans; marketing initiatives.
- Fundraising and development officer: organising events and campaigns to raise money and donations; raising awareness using marketing tools and platforms; coordinating and managing relationships with trusts, philanthropic foundations and donors.
- International marketer: using an understanding of global market trends to maximise market share and profits; developing products to meet international demands; establishing competitive and profitable pricing strategies.
- Market researcher: coordinating research projects; investigating market activity; analysing published data and statistics; evaluating past performance and assessing future trends; commissioning surveys.
- Marketing coordinator: promoting products or services by developing and implementing marketing and advertising campaigns; tracking and evaluating performance data; coordinating events; copywriting for a number of promotional channels.
- Marketing insights analyst: interpreting data and reporting on it; making recommendations based on research findings; applying qualitative and quantitative techniques to interpret data.
- Marketing manager: overseeing and leading a marketing team and all functions; setting strategy; managing marketing plans, budgets and resources; assigning tasks and setting targets.
- Media planner/Campaign manager: combining creative thinking with factual analysis to target marketing campaigns at audiences; identifying the best mediums for building brand awareness and sales.
- Events and exhibitions manager: managing and coordinating collection changeovers and exhibitions at arts organisations; managing contractors and budgets; collaborating with designers and liaising with artists.
- Event manager: using strong organisational and project management skills to deliver successful, cost-effective events; managing staff and suppliers; booking venues, facilities and equipment; marketing and promotion; analysis and reporting on event performance.
- Hotel manager: overseeing daily hotel operations; planning and supervising staff activities; ensuring the smooth and profitable running of business; strategic planning and reporting; communicating effectively with employees, customers and suppliers.
- Tourism policy manager: overseeing the development of policy and research papers, major industry reports, submissions and responses; engaging with stakeholders such as industry and the general public and maintaining these networks; monitoring and reporting; developing government or stakeholder relations strategies.
1ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2021-23 – Full-time Employment Indicator (Domestic Undergraduate). SA public universities.
Industry facts
Thinking of studying soon?
2025
Ready to start your studies in 2025? You can apply to the University of Adelaide or UniSA now before continuing on to the new Adelaide University in 2026.
When the time comes to transfer, we’ll be here at every step, ensuring you’re well supported with personalised advice and a detailed study plan.
2026
Planning to start your studies in 2026? You can apply to Adelaide University directly.
Applications are currently open for international students and will open for Australian students in August 2025.
Have any questions? We're here to help! Contact Adelaide University's Future Student Enquiries Team.
Applying to study with us:
- go to the top of this page and make note of the SATAC code, then click Apply
- you will be redirected through to the SATAC website to continue your application
Alternative Pathways
Australian
There are other pathways you can follow to study this degree, including:
- UniSA College Diploma in Business
- UniSA College Undergraduate Certificate in University Studies (Business)
- SAIBT Diploma of Business - if you complete this two year Diploma, you can apply to enter the 2nd year of this degree
- see the full list of entry pathways that may apply
International
There are other pathways you can follow to study this degree, including:
- SAIBT Diploma of Business - if you complete this two year Diploma, you can apply to enter the 2nd year of this degree
- see the full list of entry pathways that may apply
Deferment
This degree is available for deferment. This option is made available by responding to your offer during the application process via the SATAC website. Applicants who receive an offer into a midyear degree are eligible to defer for six months.
Scholarships
Every year, over 2,500 UniSA students are supported in their studies through scholarships and grants worth millions of dollars. Check out the scholarships below. One of them may be perfect for you. Visit our scholarships page for more.
UniSA Excellence Scholarships
$5,000 scholarship for South Australian students with an ATAR of 99 who enrol to study a UniSA undergraduate degree.
UniSA Outstanding Achievement Scholarship
Up to $10,000 per annum (full time) for South Australian students who obtain an ATAR of 99.95 or IB equivalent and enrol to study at UniSA.
Your study experience and support
Our campuses are home to fantastic facilities including modern lecture theatres, libraries, workshops and laboratories, as well as spaces that simulate real work environments. But you’ll also discover that your journey at UniSA is about social experiences, healthy living and getting involved. You’ll find student sports and fitness facilities, community clinics, tech zones and chill-out spaces. There are campus sport activities to keep you active, and if you are keen to explore the social side of university life, there are movies, cooking demonstrations, parties and loads more.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit different requirements and budgets. Options include dedicated student accommodation and private rentals. See our long-term accommodation pages, or explore our student accommodation by Scape on Bank Street in Adelaide’s lively cultural precinct, an ideal location for students. It is within easy reach of UniSA’s city and metropolitan campuses, Rundle Mall shopping, the Central Market, Chinatown, and the West End’s vibrant nightlife. It is also across the road from the Adelaide train station, and on bus and tram routes.
Student services
Our student services provide you with all the support you need at university. We want you to succeed, and if you need help, we're here to assist. You can access a full range of support services, including:
- academic counselling
- personal counselling
- social support services, including family support and nearby childcare
- common rooms
- prayer rooms
- security officers
- career services and mentoring
- Wirringka Student Services, offering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students a supportive place to study
- as well as services offered through our student association, USASA.
When you become a UniSA student, you can also contact Campus Central for help with anything related to your degree. They will help you with your enrolment, ID cards, fees, timetables and more.
24/7 digital environment
Our learnonline facilities include a personal learning environment with virtual classrooms, lecture recordings, emails, learning support, administration, library access and results. The environment is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, so you can tailor your learning to your life. We are continually investing in innovative digital technologies for a high-quality student learning experience.
Your program director
Along with being Teaching Innovation and Quality Leader in the discipline of Marketing at UniSA, I am also a Curriculum Leader for the undergraduate marketing program. I manage the delivery of the program on campus, externally, and at offshore locations. My extensive experience in industry and academia has enabled me to win numerous awards, including a Commonwealth National Citation. I am passionate about both learning and teaching, and currently lecture at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in the areas of International Marketing and Marketing Principles. I also look after our award-winning on-campus Marketing Clinic, which enables students to work with real-world clients to solve organisational marketing challenges.
Ask UniSA
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How do I apply?
The way you apply for UniSA will depend on the undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree you're interested in studying.
The majority of applications are made via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC). Check out more information on the SATAC website and follow the appropriate process for your degree of interest.
There are a small number of degrees that you need to apply for through direct application processes. The process you need to follow will be listed on the 'How to Apply' section of the degree homepage, but you'll also be taken to where you need to go if you hit the 'apply' button.
If you are interested in studying one of our 100% online degrees you'll need to apply directly to UniSA Online.
You can find more information about the application processes for UniSA on our How to Apply webpage.
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Is there a closing date for applications?
Applications for all degrees will close ahead of study commencing, but the timelines may vary for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Undergraduate
The deadline to apply to study a degree at UniSA for semester one (commencing late February) and be guaranteed equal consideration is generally in very late November or early December. While you may be able to apply after this date, you are not guaranteed to be considered equally with other applicants and your application may not be assessed in time for the main round of offers. More competitive degrees may not make any offers after the main offer round. Find more information on the Key Dates section of the SATAC website, but you can also call the Future Student Enquiries team for more information on 08 8302 376.
Postgraduate
Many postgraduate by coursework degrees do not have set closing dates. The exceptions are highly competitive degrees, so it is best to check – either on the degree homepage on the SATAC website or by checking with our Future Student Enquiries team.
As most postgraduate applications are assessed as they are submitted and offers are continuous, there are no set closing dates for applications. Degrees can be filled and closed with little notice so it is best to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on a place. For more information, please contact our Future Student Enquires team on (08) 8302 2376 or submit an enquiry.
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What credit can I receive for previous studies?
You may be eligible for credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area and completed within a certain timeframe. Receiving credit or RPL will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree. You can read more about our pre-existing credit agreements through our online Credit Assessor. If you have related industry experience, you may also be eligible to receive recognised prior learning (RPL) for this experience. Credit and RPL is assessed by the Program Director once you've received an offer, and you apply through UniSA's current student experts, Campus Central.
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Can I speak to someone regarding my study options?
Future Student Enquiries welcomes the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your study options at UniSA. We can discuss degree information, entry requirements and pathways, applications, general career outcomes and student life, so you have the information to make the best study decision for your future. Head to our Book an Appointment webpage to find a date and time to speak with us, and take your next steps on journey to university study.
What others are saying
UniSA was the only university that offered the program I really wanted to study. I loved the idea that I could study an undergraduate and postgraduate degree together in such a short time, excel at it, still partake in the culture and events, and meet amazing people! Since the start of my degree, I have seen positive impacts on my personality and confidence, as well as my interpersonal, presentation and leadership skills. My university experience has been a great opportunity to grow and develop by combining two of my interests – business and people.
Anet Varghese
Bachelor of Business, Master of Management (Marketing)
Careers in Marketing
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