Bachelor of Business with a Major in Accounting

Swinburne Online

Australia, Melbourne

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Swinburne Online

Australia , Melbourne

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time , Part Time

Delivery

Online

Campuses

Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJuly-2024

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 36,900 / year

Next Intake July-2024

Bachelor of Business with a Major in Accounting

About

Overview of the course

Ready to start your rewarding career in finance? Study a Bachelor of Business with a Major in Accounting.

Accounting skills maximise your career opportunities. In the Accounting major, not only will you gain in-demand accounting knowledge, but youll learn to help people and organisations reach their financial goals.

To kick-start your rewarding career in accounting, this course will equip you with key communication and analytical skills and experience in the latest financial management software such as Xero and Tableau. Your studies will focus on the impact of emerging technologies and sustainability on the accounting discipline, setting you up for success for work with organisations or individuals.

With this degree youll gain the essentials that will prepare you for the workplace. Through an industry consulting project with a live client, youll have the confidence to hit the ground running when you graduate. Swinburne Online Business students also benefit from guest speakers throughout their degree, with past speakers representing organisations including, NAB, Genesis Group and World Vision.

This course is accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), and Certified Practising Accounts (CPA) Australia.

Please note:â€¯To be eligible for a CA/CPA students must complete the Law of Commerce (LAW20019) elective unit.

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What you will learn:

Accounting Systems: Record and analyse business activities with an understanding of the accounting cycle and its systems.

Business Systems: Evaluate business performance using accounting systems and help to drive positive changes in a business environment.

Financial Statements: Understand financial statements, how they guide business decisions and provide useful information.

Company Accounting: Gain an overview of international accounting standards and the Australian corporate regulatory framework.

Economics: Develop expertise in analytics and problem solving to improve decision making in business and government settings.

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 if they can 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.

English Program Requirements

International students are required to demonstrate English language proficiency, using one of the below means:

Contact one of our Course Consultants to find out if you are required to complete one of the following English language tests:

English Proficiency Tests

The International English Language Test Score (IELTS), Academic Module
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.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (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.
PTE Academic
This computer-based test of English runs over 360 days of the year in over 250 test centers around the world. Results are typically available within five business days.

Minimum Entry Scores to Study at Swinburne Online

IELTS: Overall 6.0, with no band below 6
TOEFL(paper test): 550, with a written English score of 5
TOEFL(online test): 79, with no individual band below 18
PTE: 50 (no communicative skill less than 50)

Recent study in English

Have completed a minimum 2 years of a degree or Diploma (or equivalent) if the language of instruction is in English. Study must be completed within the last 2 years, and is demonstrated via letter from the institution confirming study length, date and language of delivery.

Career

Accountant Help clients manage their finances and give expert advice on financial reporting, forecasting and analysis. 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. 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. 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. Bookkeeper If you've got an eye for detail, you'll love working as a Bookkeeper. Maintain accurate financial records and create statements. You'll be involved in processing payroll, sending invoices and maintaining employee records. Business Analyst In this dynamic role, you'll use data analytics to assess processes, determine requirements and deliver data-driven recommendations and reports to key stakeholders. Manager Oversee every aspect of your business - from finance, people, data, distribution, sales and growth - you'll be part of it all. You'll set goals, make change and enjoy working with people. Industry connections Industry connections 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 Python 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.