Course Overview

About This Course

Bond's Bachelor of International Relations and Bachelor of Business combination can be done in less than 3 years (8 semesters), whereas it can take up to 3 years to complete either one as a stand-alone degree elsewhere. The combination of international relations and business will set you up for a career on the global stage. It provides the perfect package of fundamental business skills in management, economics, human resources, marketing and statistics, and an in-depth understanding of international politics, ideologies, diplomacy, and governance. This, combined with Bond's strong focus on leadership and entrepreneurship, will help you stand out to future employers. You will be engaged by a dynamic study program that includes developing and starting your own business; meeting mentors and potential investors; and overseas study, internship, and Model UN experiences. In Bond's small, personalised classes, students have access to state-of-the-art facilities in the Bond FinTech Hub, the Commercialisation Centre, the Centre for Data Analytics and Transformer. Studying these two in-demand degrees at the same time also represents a significant cost saving compared to studying the two degrees separately.

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

Requirements

No specific entry requirements are listed on this page. Please contact Bond University for detailed entry requirements.
Intakes are available in the January, May, or September semester.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

The combination of international relations and business broadens your range of job and career opportunities from international trade, development, and diplomacy through to business management, tourism, marketing, and human resources. Businesses, governments, and organisations need people equipped with relevant professional skills and competencies in International Relations.

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units5 units

Core University subjects

3 core subjects ensuring every student develops leadership skills in critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and integrity

International Relations subjects

12 subjects covering global politics, diplomacy, governance, war and peace, human security, and world geographic regions

Business subjects (including a 6-subject major)

15 subjects covering management, economics, human resources, marketing, and statistics

Business Model Generation and Execution

Unique Bond subjects where students research and set up their own business

General electives

2 electives selected from any faculty of the University

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete the Bachelor of International Relations / Bachelor of Business double degree at Bond?

The double degree can be completed in 2 years and 8 months (8 semesters) at Bond University, taking a full-time study load of 4 subjects per semester. This is faster than completing just one of these degrees as a stand-alone at most other universities, which can take up to 3 years.

What majors can I choose in the Business component of this double degree?

You can tailor your degree with a choice of business majors including international business, tourism management, entrepreneurship and innovation, management, and more. The business component includes 15 subjects in total, including a 6-subject major.

What unique experiential learning opportunities are available in this program?

The program includes developing and starting your own business through Bond's unique Business Model Generation and Execution subjects; meeting mentors and potential investors; overseas study, internship, and Model UN experiences; and for-credit internships in Australia and overseas. Bond is also the only university in Australia offering a dedicated Model UN subject, and students have access to Bloomberg terminals and 24-hour live financial market data in the FinTech Hub.

What accreditations does the Bond Business School hold?

The Bond Business School holds two prestigious international accreditations: the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD EQUIS).

What are the available intake dates for this double degree program?

Intakes are available in May 2026, September 2026, January 2027, and May 2027. The program is delivered on-campus at Bond University's Gold Coast Campus.

Application

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