Business Lifecycles

Undergraduate | 2026

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Mode
Mode
Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
BUSI 2007
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Course ID
200210
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Campus
Adelaide City Campus East, Adelaide City Campus West
Level of study
Level of study
Undergraduate
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Unit value
6
Course owner
Course owner
School of Management
Course coordinator
Course coordinator
Christopher Graves
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Course level
2
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
Yes
Work Integrated Learning type
Work Integrated Learning type
Virtual/Simulation
Work Integrated Learning hours
Work Integrated Learning hours
120 hours
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
Yes
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University-wide elective course
Yes
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
Yes

Course overview

This course uses a lifecycle perspective of the firm to develop students' understanding of the interrelated nature of the different business disciplines required to start-up and grow a business successfully. Using an online business simulation game, student groups compete with each other in growing a business in a virtual world while learning about the role of entrepreneurship, strategy, marketing, finance, business structures, management, accounting, taxation, and exit and succession planning. The course will appeal to those who are interested in starting up and/or owning a business managing a business, as well as those intending to become business advisors, leaders or policymakers.

  • Business Entry Pathways & Strategic Positioning
  • Financial Performance, Funding & Legal Structure Decisions
  • Strategies for Growth, Renewal & Transition

Course learning outcomes

  • Analyse business data and market trends within the simulated environment, and make informed decisions and recommendations.
  • Develop strategic plans, anticipating market dynamics, comprehend competitive forces and assess long-term business performance.
  • Solve problems and develop creative solutions in response to changing market conditions and competition.
  • Effectively collaborate within a team environment, and communicate strategies clearly and succinctly

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

N/A

Availability

Enrol by date
Enrol by date
Fri 21/08/2026
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Census date
Fri 04/09/2026
Last day to W
Last day to W
Fri 18/09/2026
Last day to WF
Last day to WF
Fri 16/10/2026

Class details

Adelaide City Campus East

Group 1

Class number
Class number 61020
Section
Section WS01
Size
Size 40
Available
Available 7
Dates Days Time Campus Location Instructor
15 Oct - 29 Oct Thursday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G07
6 Aug - 24 Sep Thursday 9:10am - 11am Adelaide City Campus East Engin and Maths Sciences, G07

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Degree list
The following degrees include this course