This double major is designed for students who want to develop a professional understanding of accounting and accounting-related technologies.

In the Accounting major, you will gain a sound foundation in accounting, auditing, taxation and relevant areas of business law and financial management, and be able to apply this knowledge across a range of accounting contexts.

You’ll learn how to develop and communicate information relating to the financial performance of organisations, and use your accounting knowledge to support business decision-making.

The Accounting Technologies major provides comprehensive understanding of the use of technology in accounting and related areas.

You will study issues in managerial accounting, computer accounting packages, accounting modelling and accounting statement analysis, and explore the challenges for workplaces using e-commerce.

This double major sits within the Bachelor of Commerce degree. To apply for this major, you will apply for the Bachelor of Commerce.

Why study

• Attend employer presentations. In the past, organisations have included Google, Coca-Cola Amatil, EY and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.
• You’ll have the opportunity to attend several CPA events, including professional connection mentoring days, employability boot camps and career information sessions.

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Western Australia has partnered with Curtin to offer internships to students who have completed 200 credits or more of their commerce degree. These internships will give you credit towards your degree, increase your industry experience and put you in direct contact with leading professionals.

Professional recognition

• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
• Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
• Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
• CPA Australia
• Institute of Public Accountants
• Institute of Management Accountants
• Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

Careers

• Accountant
• Auditor
• Business analyst
• IT auditor
• IT manager
• Project manager
• Systems analyst
• Tax agent
• Tax consultant
• Treasurer

Industries

• Accounting
• Banking
• Business and management
• Finance and investment
• Government
• Law
• Resources and renewables
• Technology