Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
Bachelor of Business (Accounting)
Highlights Acquire technical skills that support decision making using financial and non-financial information. Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in critical and analytical thinking, teamwork, business ethics, problem-solving and professional communication. Learn firsthand from accounting professionals working in the field in areas such as auditing, taxation, business development, financial…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Highlights
- Acquire technical skills that support decision making using financial and non-financial information.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in critical and analytical thinking, teamwork, business ethics, problem-solving and professional communication.
- Learn firsthand from accounting professionals working in the field in areas such as auditing, taxation, business development, financial reporting, and management accounting.
- Graduate with a degree recognised by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) and global accounting bodies (subject to specific core unit selection).
- Obtain hands-on experience in using real-world accounting and tax return software.
- Build practical experience and develop advisory skills through a unique final-year Capstone unit that simulates interactions with clients
- Grow your accounting knowledge with our Regulation and Tax Extension and become a qualified tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Careers and outcomes
As all businesses make use of accounting information to make decisions, professional accountants are in high demand nationally and internationally by organisations throughout commercial, public, and not-for-profit sectors.
Qualification as a professional accountant (such as a Chartered Accountant or CPA) opens even more doors, as these qualifications are recognised around the world, and professional accountants are actively sought out for their expertise.
Graduates are also eligible for exemptions in the qualifying program for membership of the UK-based Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
Students who complete specified units within the Regulation and Tax Extension will meet the academic entry requirements for registration as a Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Graduates will also meet the requirements for affiliate membership with the Governance Institute of Australia, which can lead to qualification as a Chartered Governance Professional.
Accountants are in strong demand and work all over the world across a range of industries. All businesses require accountants, and many chief executive officers, board directors and entrepreneurs have accounting degrees.
As technological advancements have changed the way we do business, you will learn how accounting systems function and will develop skills using a range of techniques and tools to provide and interpret business information. Developments in technology are integrated throughout the course, and assessment tasks are designed around cases, to ensure that your degree always has a practical focus.
Throughout this major, you will also have great opportunities to be placed in industry-leading organisations and workplaces, where you’ll engage with accounting professionals, build important networks, and learn what your future career could really be like.
Your final-year capstone unit is an extended simulation where you and your colleagues will provide professional advice to solve real-world problems for industry clients. These real-world problems will be similar to what you will encounter in your career, and this unit will give you valuable hands-on experience.
Our Accounting major, together with specified core units, will allow you to pursue qualification as a professional accountant (such as a Chartered Accountant or CPA). These are amongst the most recognised and desirable business qualifications in Australia and worldwide.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
