Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

    Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 30,956 / per year
    Next IntakeJuly 28, 2026

    Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

    About

    In this course you will

    • Acquire technical skills that support decision making using financial and non-financial information.
    • Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in critical and analytical thinking, teamwork, business ethics, problem-solving and professional communication.
    • Learn firsthand from accounting professionals working in the field in areas such as auditing, taxation, business development, financial reporting, and management accounting.
    • Graduate with a degree recognised by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) and global accounting bodies (subject to specific core unit selection).
    • Obtain hands-on experience in using real-world accounting and tax return software.
    • Build practical experience and develop advisory skills through a unique final-year Capstone unit that simulates interactions with clients
    • Grow your accounting knowledge with our Regulation and Tax Extension and become a qualified tax agent with the Tax Practitioners Board.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum English language requirements

    We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.

    English TestOverallListeningReadingWritingSpeaking
    IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake 6.5 6 6 6 6
    Cambridge English Score
    You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website.
    176 169 169 169 169
    PTE Academic 58 50 50 50 50
    TOEFL iBT 79 16 16 21 18

    Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!

    We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.

    When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 50
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 70

    Career

    Careers and outcomes

    As all businesses make use of accounting information to make decisions, professional accountants are in high demand nationally and internationally by organisations throughout commercial, public, and not-for-profit sectors. 

    Qualification as a professional accountant (such as a Chartered Accountant or CPA) opens even more doors, as these qualifications are recognised around the world, and professional accountants are actively sought out for their expertise.

    Professional recognition

    The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) meets the accreditation requirements for CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). In order to enrol in their respective professional programs and ultimately qualify as a professional accountant, graduates must have completed:

    • Core units BSB105, BSB106, BSB108, BSB131, BSB151 & BSB152
    • All accounting major units

    Graduates are also eligible for exemptions in the qualifying program for membership of the UK-based Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

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

    Graduates will also meet the requirements for affiliate membership with the Governance Institute of Australia, which can lead to qualification as a Chartered Governance Professional.

    More information on membership requirements of professional bodies can be found at:

    Possible careers

    • Auditor
    • Business analyst
    • Business risk and governance consultant
    • Certified practicing accountant
    • Chartered accountant
    • Chartered tax adviser
    • Chief financial officer
    • Financial accountant
    • Financial analyst
    • Financial controller
    • Financial manager
    • Forensic accountant
    • Management accountant
    • Tax accountant

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,956 / per year

    Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

    Queensland University of Technology

    Queensland University of Technology

    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane