Bachelor of Business – Accounting and Financial Planning

Swinburne Online

Australia, Melbourne

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Swinburne Online

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

Online

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesMarch-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 2,124 / per unit

Next Intake March-2026

Bachelor of Business – Accounting and Financial Planning

About

Help people secure the financial future.

Taught by experienced financial professionals, this course will give you the tools to evaluate and communicate financial information to drive business outcomes. With a focus on the latest technology and sustainable investment, you’ll learn to help clients plan for investment, taxation, insurance, retirement and estate planning.

Throughout your studies, you’ll be exposed to the latest financial management software, such as XERO and XPLAN. You’ll do assessments designed to prepare you for the workforce, such as developing strategies for real-life clients. You’ll also undertake a financial planning project, where you will learn to make investment decisions and get insight into what it’s like to be a financial advisor.

Through the majors in both Accounting and Financial Planning, you will have the opportunity to fully understand business practices, software and strategies. Graduates will head into the workforce industry-ready with the knowledge needed to succeed.

Our industry consulting project with real-life clients, like Acrodyne, Build Pass, Epilepsy Foundation, Inception Point, Inclusion Melbourne and Lend For Good, will give you the confidence to hit the ground running when you graduate.

This course meets the educational requirements of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA). It is also professionally accredited by CAANZ (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand) as well as CPA (Certified Practising Accountants) Australia. In addition, it is ASIC approved qualification which forms part of the requirements to becoming a financial adviser, ensuring you’ll learn the skills necessary to enter the financial planning industry with confidence.

What will you learn?

Financial Accounting: Generate logical solutions to finance problems that are fit for purpose and be aware of the impact of financial decisions on businesses.
Company Accounting: Apply critical thinking and problem solving skills to solve financial accounting problems.
Finance Law: Evaluate legal issues in financial relationships between banks, consumers and regulators.
Ethical Client Relationships: Analyse and evaluate financial dilemmas and propose ethical solutions.
Investment Planning: Construct and defend a multi – asset portfolio that meets client’s objectives and constraints.
Retirement & Estate Planning: Develop strategies and recommendations on superannuation and retirement planning based on clients’ requirements.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Non-Year 12 entry

Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience and appropriate English language skills, or a suitable Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) result, will be considered. All students need to demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

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The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

Year 12 entry

Successful completion of the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification. Minimum ATAR requirements may apply.

VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4: a minimum study score of 25 in English (or equivalent) or 30 in English (EAL).

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Credit arrangements

Credit transfer
Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Speak to a Course Consultant about applying for credit.

Applicants who have completed a Diploma in a related discipline may be eligible for credit of up to 8 units; the equivalent of a third of the course. Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit of up to 16 units.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Speak to a Course Consultant about applying for RPL.

Diploma entry pathways

Pathways allow students to progress from one qualification to another where the first course is recognised as an entry requirement and provides advanced standing to the second.

Credit available may vary depending on the major selected within any given degree but in most instances you may receive up to 8 unit credits.

Our Course Consultants will step you through the process of entry and credit using previous study.

English Program Requirements

English language tests

International students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency before enrolling into a Swinburne Online degree by undertaking one of the following English language tests; The International English Language Test Score (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score.

IELTS

IELTS have over 1,000 testing centres worldwide and run testing throughout the year. Use the IELTS worldwide search to find a testing centre near you.

TOEFL

The TOEFL test is administered worldwide through a network of testing centres. Use the TOEFL Testing Location Search to find a testing centre near you.

Minimum entry score: IELTS

Overall 6.5
With no band below 6

Minimum entry score: TOEFL

Paper Based: 550 (With a written English score of 5)
Internet Based: 79 (With no individual band below 18)

Test results

Once you have received your test results simply contact us via our online application form or by contacting our Course Consultants on 1300 069 765.

Career

Your pathway to industry

The Bachelor of Business with majors in both Accounting and Financial Planning prioritises your readiness to succeed come graduation through industry connections embedded in your degree:

Projects: Work on an industry consulting project, solidifying your knowledge and giving you highly employable skills.
Software: You’ll get to use industry standard software, such as Xplan and Xero.
Teaching: Your learning advisors work in the industry themselves, helping you to stay connected to your career goals.
Guest Speakers: You’ll hear from a range of industry experts, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with professionals in your field.

Finance Manager

Play a crucial role in supporting organisations to make informed financial decisions. You’ll be able to find ways to improve profitability, a key aspect of financial leadership.

Accountant

Help clients manage their finances and give expert advice on financial reporting, forecasting and analysis.

Management Accountant

Drive the future of your organisation – you’ll communicate your financial expertise to inform important decisions that will affect your company and its’ growth.

Financial Accountant

Take the reins and run the accounting and financial activities of an organisation. Ensure reporting requirements are met and provide timely and accurate information to the management team.

Financial Controller

Oversee the day-to-day operations of your finance department. Through a strong analytical lens, you’ll lead the development and implementation of complex financial strategies.

Financial Planner

Assist individuals and companies to reach their long-term financial goals. Provide expert advice on investing, retirement planning, superannuation and other key financial aspects of people’s lives.

Project Manager

Take a leadership role not just in project planning, but delivering the exciting results. You’ll be part of every process, from ideation to execution.