Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)

About this course

The Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) offered online or on campus by the University of New England (UNE) provides you with the education and training to help you pursue a career in in accounting and/or finance.

This degree allows you to major solely in professional accounting, or both professional accounting and applied finance. You will gain the knowledge and technical skills needed to succeed in the accounting/finance field, as an accountant in private practice or in industry, commerce or the public sector.

This online accounting degree will give you the educational requirements for admission to the major professional accounting bodies (CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) by including relevant units in the program of study.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this course you must have an ATAR of 72.55. It is also recommended that you have knowledge of any two units of English and previous studies in mathematics.

Practical industry work experience

The Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) includes an elective Work Ready unit, which students can take to gain a strong mix of practical work experience and academic foundation.

Areas of study

In this online commerce degree, the subjects you will study include:

Core units:

• Introduction to financial accounting
• Introduction to management accounting
• Introductory information technology
• Introductory microeconomics
• Introductory macroeconomics
• Business statistics 1

Mandatory major: Professional Accounting – complete six from the following subjects:

• Cost management
• Financial accounting I
• Corporate finance
• Accounting information systems
• Accounting theory
• Advanced financial accounting
• Auditing
• Introduction to business law
• Principles of corporation law
• Principles of taxation law

Approved major: Applied Finance (optional) – complete six from the following:

• Corporate finance
• Financial instruments and markets
• Security analysis and portfolio management
• International financial management
• Small business finance
• Financial statement analysis
• Banking and finance
• Benefit–cost analysis
• Introductory econometrics
• Econometric analysis of financial markets

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Finance options

You may be eligible to receive HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and/or Austudy/Abstudy for this course.

Student support

The University of New England has extensive support systems in place for its distance education students. With a long history in distance education they understand the unique needs of off-campus students and are ready to help when you have challenges.

You will be able to submit questions to your lecturers by email or phone, participate in online discussions and chat, and attend on-campus intensive schools. UNE’s web-based facilities allow you to submit assignments, order library books or check your grades at any time.

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How will this course advance my career?

The Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) gives you a clear path to a new career in accounting. Completion of this online accounting degree will allow you to take up a position in accounting, financial administration in corporate organisations, auditing, stockbroking, investment advising, small and medium enterprise management, or in government departments such as trade and industry.

How else will I benefit from this bachelor degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) from the University of New England.
• Available to study online, on campus or by flexible delivery (blended delivery options).
• Studying by distance/correspondence means you can study when and where you want, at your own pace.
• Financial assistance available through HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and Austudy/Abstudy.
• Opportunity to undertake the Work Ready unit as an elective to boost your CV and career opportunities.
• Receive career-focused training with practical experience.
• Access to course materials provided, including online units, CD-ROMs, DVDs, textbooks and other reference material.
• Advanced standing may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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