Bachelor of Business (Accounting) (CRICOS 070366A) (incorporating Diploma of 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

1. 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

2. 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.

3. Display initiative and responsibility in their professional activities and exercise judgement in planning, problem solving and decision-making

Show an understanding of the values of scholarly enquiry

Engage effectively in advancing knowledge and its applications

Show initiative through leadership and entrepreneurialism

4. Attain an appreciation of diversity in an evolving world.

Value ethical conduct and professionalism in work and civic life

Appreciate the experiences and achievements of other cultures

Communicate ethically and effectively in multicultural contexts (including Indigenous Australia)

Respect diversity and social justice

Adopt an international perspective