Tasmanian School of Business and Economics

Providing quality research and work-ready graduates since 1919.

The discipline has strong relationships with industry, professional associations, government and other universities. Our researchers undertake quality research that examines the impacts of accounting on society and the world, and how society and the world impact on accounting. This high-quality research promotes new thinking and innovation that informs both our teaching and the development of our accounting courses.

Accounting degrees are not just for people who want to become accountants, people with accounting skills are in high demand across a range of sectors in the ever changing business and corporate world. People with accounting knowledge are required in areas such as finance, marketing, banking and information systems in the private, public, not-for-profit and government sectors. Our undergraduate and postgraduate accounting courses are recognised by professional bodies such as CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and the Institute of Public Accountants.

Accounting can be studied as part of a number of degrees at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics.

Accounting research at the University of Tasmania encompasses a broad range of areas, including auditing, accounting education, corporate governance, corporate sustainability reporting, financial accounting, management accounting and taxation.

Business Analytics equips students with the skills to transform data into strategic insights that drive decision-making and innovation.

Through hands-on learning with real-world tools, students gain the expertise to lead in a data-driven world.

Addressing economic challenges in Tasmania and beyond.

Economics has been taught at the University of Tasmania for over one hundred years. It contributes to State and national policy and decision-making in many areas of economic activity and produces many distinguished graduates.

The Australian Research Council ranks our research as world-class. It focuses on evidence-based decision-making, emphasising the use of the best available data with modern analytical techniques.

Our research is leading our teaching. It covers a broad spectrum, ranging from environmental, resources, and energy economics and housing dynamics to behavioural insights, labour markets, regional development, and international trade. We study the effects of economic shocks at the state, national, and global levels and the monetary and fiscal policy ramifications associated with these events.

Providing knowledge and perspective to achieve empowerment, transformation and sustainability.

Finance is at the core of the most exciting developments shaping our world. Today’s financial markets are powered by innovation. Fintech is disrupting banking and insurance; behavioural finance is revealing what drives markets, and artificial intelligence is levering our financial knowledge.

The finance programs at the University of Tasmania create valuable and satisfying careers across an incredible range of vocations - corporate chief executives and major institutional investors through to fintech unicorns and private capital investors. Coverage of sustainability issues across our finance teaching enables our students to be equipped for a business environment undergoing dramatic transitions.

Our finance research provides key insights and guidance on the critical sources of disruption facing business today. Our experience and skill sets span renewable energy & sustainability transitions, economic and financial risk modelling, behavioural barriers & opportunities, and machine learning & high frequency trading.

Meeting the challenges of an ever-changing and complex world.

Management at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics equips students with collaboration and problem-solving skills, as well as the capabilities to navigate uncertainty, address the demands associated with sustainable business, and make data-driven, ethical decisions. Our Management programs are dynamic, and closely integrated with industry and community.

From identifying adaptive challenges and responses, to leadership development, decent work, workplace mental health and wellbeing, and high-performance work teams - Management researchers deliver excellence from Tasmania for the world. Through sharing our research outcomes and findings with our communities, peers, and partners, we have impact on people, organisations, and society now and in the future.

Delivering the skills and insights necessary to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment.

Marketing is the engine that drives brand awareness, fosters customer relationships, and ultimately fuels business growth. In today's competitive landscape, effective marketing goes beyond simply promoting products or services. It encompasses the entire customer journey, from understanding their needs and wants to creating and delivering value. By leveraging data and analytics, marketers can tailor their strategies to resonate with specific audiences, building trust and loyalty while achieving strategic goals.

Marketing can be studied as part of several degrees at the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics.

Our marketing research delves into a wide range of topics, from creating the ideal retail environment to investigating the impact of marketing on healthcare services. Our research extends beyond the local sphere, examining current trends that affect the broader environment. Importantly, our focus extends beyond mere research; we prioritise impact, working closely with businesses, government, community groups and NGOs to effectively communicate research outcomes and learnings, ensuring practical applications and knowledge dissemination.