Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) offers a broad understanding of the concepts and practices of accounting, supported by related areas in finance, law, economics, marketing, information systems, management and statistics. The course focuses on preparing students for accounting careers in the modern business environment, specifically preparing students for management roles in the accounting industry. It aims to equip students with decision-making and critical analysis skills required in a professional accountancy practice, as well as a variety of functional areas within business. There is a particular emphasis on the development of professional and personal skills which underpin success in accounting.
The course requires students to study a total of 24 subjects over 6 trimesters. It contains 20 core subjects and 4 electives providing students with an in-depth understanding of accountancy practices, and an appreciation of other business related disciplines. In addition to the solid core of accounting subjects, including legislation related to accounting practices and an appreciation of ethical practice, students can also study a selection of related business, management and finance subjects designed to provide broad understanding of the total challenges faced by accountants and their clients.

Course Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate current, comprehensive, coherent and connected knowledge. In depth knowledge of accounting
Multidisciplinary connections with related fields of study, Capacity to make links between theory and practice and apply knowledge to real world business problems
Command the skills for adaptable, lifelong learning to grow in knowledge and skill throughout their lives.
Communicate effectively in varied modes and contexts and transfer knowledge and skills to others
Use critical thinking and creative skills to analyse and synthesise information and evaluate approaches to new problems
Apply problem solving skills and creative thinking to solve problems and evaluate solutions
Access, evaluate and use information professionally
Develop social interaction skills to work effectively in teams, inspire their colleagues and manage responsibly with positive results.

POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS
Graduates of the Bachelor in Business (Accounting) may find entry level employment as an Accountant, Business Analyst, Auditor, Financial Advisor and Taxation Consultant among other career paths.

Higher School Certificate or equivalent with 60% minimum or overseas equivalent.

18 years of age minimum

IELTS: Minimum overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5

TOEFL (Internet Based Test): Minimum overall score of 60 with no band less than: Listening – 11, Speaking – 17, Reading – 12, Writing – 20

PTE: Minimum overall score of 50 with no band less than 42

CAE: Minimum overall score of 169 with no band less than 162