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Major

Economics of Strategy and Behaviour

Bachelors of Economics / Science
Overview Study details

This major will equip you to work as a consultant and leader in the private sector.

You will acquire the ability to apply advanced and cutting-edge economic insights to analyse problems and create solutions.

You'll learn how to interpret, advise and lead in situations involving strategic competition between individuals, teams, businesses and nations. You will understand new ways of collecting and interpreting data.

The major will also provide an opportunity to learn behavioural economic insights about how people behave in the real world, and why this matters. You'll gain a deep knowledge of strategy and behaviour from an economic perspective. This will position you exceptionally well to play a leading part in the future direction of business, government and society.

Highlights

3 in Australia for business and economics

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026

1 in Queensland for economics and econometrics

QS World University Rankings 2026

Career possibilities

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Strategy and economics analyst
  • Economic consultant
  • Quantitative behavioural strategist

How you'll learn

Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Online study
  • Research experience
  • Workshops

What you'll study

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