There are so many options available to you when you study accountancy, with dynamic careers now available in consulting, forensic accounting and business analytics. Due to technological advances many basic accounting functions are becoming automated, allowing accountants more time to analyse and understand data and provide specialised advice to influence business decisions.

In this course you will work on real world examples, engage with industry professionals from day one and be academically eligible for professional recognition upon graduation.

Graduates who complete the accountancy major and the professional accounting accreditation extension will meet the academic entry requirements for membership of CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), and enrolment in their respective professional programs.

Knowledge in professional accounting (the accountancy major plus the professional accountancy accreditation extension) will set you up for a career in any accounting firm, large or small. Accountants work in commerce and industry, public or chartered accounting firms, government organisations or as individual practitioners. Many chief executive officers and board directors have an accountancy degree. Explore accounting options in a range of industries, work for national or international organisations, or launch your career in the growth area of business analysis.

Professional accountants are in increasing demand nationally and internationally by organisations throughout commercial, public and not-for-profit sectors.

Professional recognition

Graduates who complete the accountancy major and the professional accountancy accreditation extension meet the academic component of requirements for membership of CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), and enrolment in their respective professional programs. Graduates are also eligible for exemptions in the qualifying program for membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Graduates who complete only the accountancy major will need to do additional units after graduation to meet these professional requirements.

Students who complete specified units under the Regulation and Tax Extension will meet the academic entry requirements for registration as a Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board.

Research pathways

Bachelor of Business (Honours) option

High-achieving students who wish to take further studies may enrol in BS63 Bachelor of Business (Honours).

Possible careers

• Business Analyst
• Business Risk and Governance Consultant
• Certified Practicing Accountant
• Chartered Accountant
• Chartered Tax Adviser
• Chief Financial Officer
• Corporate Secretary
• Financial Analyst
• Financial Controller
• Financial Project Manager
• Forensic Accountant
• Wealth Management Consultant