Foundation Program (Extended) (089917G) + Diploma of Commerce (022637C) + Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Analytics (098471C)

The Deakin College Foundation Program is equivalent to upper secondary school (Year 12) and university foundation programs. It aims to prepare students for further study in a Deakin College Diploma or for entry into the first year of a selected Deakin University bachelor degree.

The course consists of either a standard or extended track program. The standard track program consists of eight academic units: five core units and three elective units. The extended track program has an additional four units.

Various support services focusing on language, literacy and numeracy assistance are also available to help students in their studies. Each unit includes four hours of classes per week. Assessment for all units is continuous and includes tests, assignments and case study analysis. Most units have a final two-hour examination. To graduate from the Deakin College Foundation Program, students must complete and pass all eight units in the standard program or 12 units in the extended program.

The Diploma of Commerce is a student's stepping stone to a wide range of career options across private and public-sector organisations. Enter directly into the second year of Bachelor of Commerce (many majors available), Sport Management, Business Analytics, Law, or Property and Real Estate.

Students will gain all the foundational knowledge to pursue further study in areas like accounting, business law, economics, finance, international business, marketing and management at Deakin University.

Deakin University's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Business Analytics offers a foundation in commerce skills and business analytics knowledge to help students become truly invaluable to future employers worldwide. Students develop critical analysis skills to turn data into strategies that drive business success. They learn how to interpret data and information and combine it with a strong foundation in all areas of commerce to unlock innovative solutions for business.

Led by teachers who are active in their fields, this combined degree is informed by IT professionals from leading technology companies, business and the government sector. With such strong connections to industry, students will consistently be exposed to the latest strategies and trends, keeping students ahead of the game well before they enter it.