Bachelor of Commerce - Professional Accounting
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Overview
Accounting is the collection, measurement and communication of economic information which is used for planning, reporting and decision making. Accountants are employed in all areas of commerce, industry and government.
This accounting degree will prepare you to practise as an accountant. You will learn the essential accounting knowledge and a range of business related skills in information technology, statistics, economics, commercial law and financial management.
Key features
- The Bachelor of Commerce- Professional Accounting meets tertiary accreditation requirements for all three professional accounting bodies in Australia.
- Step straight into the workforce with transferable and desirable accounting skills.
- Study real life case studies from the big businesses operating in Australia today.
Minimum course duration
3 years full-time / equivalent part-time
Location
North Ryde
UAC Code
300229 - North Ryde Campus
300815 - City Campus
Suitable for
If you are interested in a career in accounting and enjoy learning about business, finance and management.
HECS Course fee
AUD $8,750.00 p.a.
Student amenities fee
Information on the Student services and amenities fee
Entry requirements
- HSC General Mathematics (Assumed Knowledge)
- Introductory units and bridging courses are available for students without the assumed prior knowledge.
English language requirements
If you have completed the NSW HSC or equivalent you satisfy the English proficiency requirements.
For full information view the English proficiency requirements table (436 Kb).
Work experience requirements
What you will study
| General requirements | Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Minimum number of credit points for the degree | 68 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 200 level or above | 38 |
| Minimum number of credit points at 300 level or above | 18 |
| Minimum number of credit points from Commerce designated units | 42 |
| Completion of a designated People unit | |
| Completion of a designated Planet unit | |
| Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below |
Specific requirements
The following outlines the units (subjects) to be studied within this degree
| 100 level | Credit Points | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Required | ACCG100 | Accounting IA | 3 | ||
| Required | ACCG101 | Accounting IB | 3 | ||
| Required | ACST101 | Techniques and Elements of Finance | 3 | ||
| Required | BBA102 | Principles of Management | 3 | ||
| Required | ECON111 | Microeconomic Principles | 3 | ||
| Required | MKTG101 | Marketing Fundamentals | 3 | ||
| Required | either | STAT170 | Introductory Statistics | ||
| or | STAT171 | Statistical Data Analysis | 3 | ||
| 200 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Required | ACCG200 | Fundamentals of Management Accounting | 3 | ||
| Required | ACCG224 | Intermediate Financial Accounting | 3 | ||
| Required | ACCG250 | Accounting Systems Design and Development | 3 | ||
| Required | either | AFIN252 | Applied Financial Analysis and Management | ||
| or | AFIN253 | Financial Management | 3 | ||
| Required | BUSL250 | Business Law | 3 | ||
| 300 level | Credit Points | ||||
| Capstone | ACCG399 | C | Issues in Accounting Theory and Practice | 3 | |
| Required | ACCG301 | Organisational Planning and Control | 3 | ||
| Required | ACCG308 | Corporate Accounting and Reporting | 3 | ||
| Required | ACCG340 | Auditing and Assurance Services | 3 | ||
| Required | BUSL301 | Corporations Law | 3 | ||
| Required | BUSL320 | Revenue Law | 3 | ||
| Required | 3cp from | 300 level units designated as Commerce/Economics | 3 | ||
| Balance of credit points required (Electives) | 11 | ||||
| Total credit points required to satisfy this degree | 68 | ||||
Notes
- Units marked with a C are Capstone units.
- The course information contained on this page is applicable for 2012 ONLY.
For more information please read the courses disclaimer.
Careers
Accreditation
The Bachelor of Commerce - Professional Accounting provides an excellent foundation for a range of accounting-based careers. The professional accounting program is recognised as satisfying tertiary educational requirements for entry into CPA Australia's CPA program, the ICAA's CA program and the IPA's PNA program.
Career Opportunities
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Chartered accountant
- Business analyst
- Consulting firm manager
- Financial analyst
- Forensic accountant
- Futures trader
- Government policy planner/analyst
- Merchant banker
- Stockbroker
- Superannuation adviser
- Strategic business adviser
Employers
- Accounting and consulting firms
- Auditors
- Business analyst firms
- Financial institutions
- Forensic accounting firms
- Government departments
- Superannuation and insurance firms
Average starting salary
Accounting graduates can expect competitive salaries that compare well to salaries within other fields. According to Graduate Career Australia, the median salary for accounting graduates is $47,500
Profiles
Our Students
Roshan Jariwala
I wanted to study accounting and from various sources I found that Macquarie has the best accounting department with the finest level of teaching. Macquarie University provides various opportunities to develop your skills through its teaching programs (presentation skills, public speaking, team work etc.) and also is the first university in Australia to run the Global Leadership Program which helps me understand various cultures and world issues.
The structure of the degree is such that I can see the practical use of what I study and it prepares you for the "real world". I know that when I graduate I will be working for one of the BIG 4.
Our Graduates
Stephen Bannister
My degree gave me the professional attributes needed to succeed in a multinational environment. Macquarie provides a rewarding experience in terms of providing a fantastic campus environment for people to enrich their abilities.
Today, Stephen is the Financial Controller and Deputy Manager of Monpi Coffee Exports.
Our Expertise
Associate Professor Renee Radich
Renee has received her PhD from Bond University. She teaches and researches in the financial accounting and auditing areas. She has also taught at Queensland University of Technology and the University of New South Wales. Renee received the Pearson Education Accounting and Finance Lecturer of the Year Award in 2006.
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