Overview
Overview
Qualified accountants are in demand around the world, meeting financial needs in dynamic business environments.
In the Accounting major you will have a sound foundation in accounting, auditing, taxation and relevant areas of business law and financial management, and be able to apply to knowledge across a range of accounting contexts.
You’ll learn how to develop and communicate information relating to the financial performance of organisations, and use your accounting knowledge to support business decision-making.
You will graduate with a qualification that is recognised internationally.
Accounting is offered as part of the Bachelor of Commerce. You can enhance your studies with a secondary major or choose from a range of elective units to support your career goals.
Please refer to the handbook for additional course overview information.
How to apply
This major sits within the Bachelor of Commerce degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Bachelor of Commerce. In step 3 of the application process, you will be asked to confirm the major you wish to study.
Applying as an undergraduate student is easy. For information tailored to your situation, visit our easy to follow instructions to get your application started.
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How this course will make you industry ready
Our partnerships with major organisations can give you the experience of an accounting degree from an industry perspective. These organisations include:
What jobs can the Accounting Major (BCom) course lead to?
- Tax agent, Consultant or Advisor
- Auditor
- Business Analyst
- Treasurer
- Company Secretary
- Accountant (General)
What you'll learn
- apply principles of accounting, economics, information systems, statistic, law and behavioural science as they relate to reporting business activity
- critically analyse issues in collection, recording and reporting of economic activity; develop accounting information systems giving cost effective decision useful information
- locate, extract and critically appraise decision useful information related to economic activity from sources within an organisation and from external sources
- relate the significance of commercial events and issues to the business and investing community using effectively structured financial communication and appropriate language
- use electronic resources to effectively interrogate databases, analyse data, collect information and communicate
- take responsibility for self-directed learning and the development of a career long attitude of continuing professional development
- recognise the global nature of accounting by applying international financial reporting standards and appreciate the information requirements of a global financial system
- demonstrate an understanding that cultural practices and differences impact commercial practices and interpersonal relations
- apply an ethical approach to analysing and reporting commercial activities, advising clients, demonstrate leadership and the ability to delegate tasks to ensure timely outcomes. Work independently to achieve agreed outcomes
