Bachelor of Professional Accounting
This comprehensive degree is designed for people with an aptitude for numbers and desire to forge a career in professional accounting.
OVERVIEW
CRICOS code 102356A
Duration (Full Time) 3 Years
Course Fees
Intake Dates March, July, November
Students Only available to international students
Faculty The Business School
Campus Melbourne SYDNEY
Entry Requirements
English Language Requirement
Overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0, or equivalent.
Academic Entry Requirements
Successful completion of Australian Year 12 or Overseas Equivalent.
COURSE OUTLINE
Whether you see yourself working for the government, a company or even your own business, this degree will teach you the ins and outs of the systems and financial strategies that will prepare you for a rewarding career.
Your core subjects will include accounting, taxation, law, auditing, finance, and economics. In addition, you’ll be future proofing your career by developing skills in creativity, innovation, marketing, and digital business.
You will have the opportunity to undertake a practical placement, internship, or project. The Bachelor of Professional Accounting is recognised by both CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, enabling you to pursue a pathway to qualification as a professional accountant.
The degree is also accredited with the Tax Practitioners Board, allowing graduates a streamlined pathway to becoming a registered tax agent.
Career opportunities
- Banker
- Accountant
- Business Manager
- Coroporate Finance
- Public Accountant
- Auditor
- Business Consultant
- Financial Analyst
- Taxation Accountant
- Commercial Manager
- Business Director
- Professional Accountant
Sample Study Program*
Year
Semester 1
Semester 2
1
- Creativity and Innovation
- Principles of Accounting and Finance
- Management Principles
- Principles of Economics
- Contemporary Business
- Business Statistics
- Introduction to Marketing
- Fundamentals of Law
2
- Business Information Systems
- Computerised Accounting and Practice
- Corporate Reporting
- Advanced Management Accounting
- Management Accounting 1
- Preparing for Professional Experience
- Commercial Law
- Organisation Law
3
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Management
- Auditing
- Taxation Law 2
- Employment Practice
- Elective
- Taxation Law 1
- WIL Elective
* This is sample structures only. Please refer to course offerings for more detail.
* Unit offering may change during semester subject to staff availability.
Professional Recognition
This course is recognised by following professional bodies:
- CPA Australia
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
- Tax Practitioners Board