Be ready to do business in a changing world. As automation, digitisation and data analytics transform how we live, businesses are looking for forward-thinking graduates who can create new solutions and provide a competitive edge. Get the transferable and technical skills you need to thrive in the rapidly evolving world of business with La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce. Co-designed with industry leaders, including Deloitte, PwC and Ernst & Young, you'll build strong foundations in the technical business knowledge and enterprise skills you'll need for the careers of the future. Discover the power of contemporary digital business tools and work with industry-standard software. You'll prepare to meet the challenges of automation, the power of big data and analytics, and the rapid evolution of business and consumer technologies with this flexible degree.<br>Research and analyse a business, social or sustainability challenge to produce a range of innovative solutions for a corporation or a community organisation. Evaluate alternate solutions to business, social or sustainability challenges, and account for potentially competing economic, ethical, social and commercial perspectives in a responsible manner. Execute and manage change by negotiating with a diverse group of stakeholders to successfully implement an innovative solution. Engage professionally and effectively in multicultural, multidisciplinary team to contribute to its success and demonstrate strategies utilised for meeting the respectful needs, values and capabilities of others. Work with digital technology: Appraise and utilise digital technologies effectively to identify, source, analyse and communicate information relevant to business, social and sustainability challenges. Demonstrate disciplinary knowledge and skill: Meet the disciplinary knowledge and skill requirements for graduates seeking to commence a career in accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing or business analytics.<br><br>A Chinese studies major will enable you to understand and use an increasingly significant world language. Chinese is spoken by nearly one-fifth of the global population, predominantly in the world's second-largest economy, China. The Chinese Studies major will give you the opportunity to develop skills in oral and written Chinese (Mandarin), and enhance your understanding in China's past (culture and tradition) and present (economy and technology). At more advanced levels, specialist subjects are available in Chinese for academic and professional purposesthese will help you develop your integrated communication skills to a professional level. Studying Chinese language and culture will give you an advantage in a range of industries and area of government, given that China has been Australia's largest trading partner since 2007. You will have the opportunity to enrol in overseas programs to extend your language skills in-country. The major offers four entry-levels to cater to your standard in the Chinese language. You may enrol at beginners, intermediate, advanced or extension levels depending on your background and experience.