Rank threshold | ATAR: 60 SR: 60 |
Duration | 3 years full-time, 6 years part-time |
Location | Online and |
Next start term | Term 3, 2024 |
Study mode | On Campus, Online |
Course code | CQ01 |
First-year fee | $16,320 (Indicative) (CSP) |
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Overview
Kick-start your career in accounting and join an exciting new era as data and technology shape the profession of accounting. Future-proof your career with CQUniversity's Bachelor of Accounting and choose from majors in financial planning, management, entrepreneurship and accounting, professional project, or property, preparing you to work in traditional and emerging fields of accounting.
Benefit from industry-relevant content taught by real practitioners who bring real-world experience and learnings in all facets of accounting, and learn through simulations, real project work and enhanced work-integrated learning opportunities to graduate work-ready.
You will gain up-to-date knowledge that will prepare you for the digitally evolving nature of accounting and business. You can tailor your studies further with a choice of majors and complementary minors.
During your studies, you will study core topics in accounting, finance, law, statistics and economics with the option to major in financial planning, property, management, entrepreneurship and accounting, marketing, or professional project. The course is designed to give you the flexibility to tailor your studies and extend your knowledge of complementary discipline areas with a variety of minors to choose from. This wider perspective will enhance your career opportunities by reflecting the skills, knowledge and experience needed for a career in accounting.
Enhance your employability upon graduation with a strong practical focus that encompasses simulations, real project work, and valuable work-integrated learning opportunities. You can further bolster your practical experience and establish valuable connections and networks by choosing to complete an internship, project, or study tour.
Your studies will cultivate robust problem-solving skills, preparing you to effectively communicate in the workforce—a highly sought-after trait by employers.
Study experience
- Authentic Learning Experiences
- Experienced Teaching Team
- Industry Accredited
- Seamless Pathways
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The financial planning units have taught me a lot, in my personal life as well because they cover retirement superannuation, insurance, all of those sort of things I know now for myself as well as to help others in my career.
Monique Geiszler
Bachelor of Accounting
Career Opportunities
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Accounting, you may find employment opportunities in the local, national and global business, accounting or finance sectors in roles such as:
- auditing and assurance
- banking
- business consultancy
- financial planning
- forensic accounting
- professional accountancy
- taxation.
Structure & Availability
Course structure
You are required to complete a total of 24 units, including 16 core units and either an eight-unit major or two four-unit minors.
Majors available
- Financial Planning,
- Property,
- Management, Entrepreneurship and Accounting,
- Marketing
- Multi-Disciplinary,
- Professional Project.
Minors available
- Coding Foundations,
- Criminology Fundamentals,
- Introduction to Cyber Security,
- Marketing,
- Innovation,
- Public Practice
- Liberal Studies.
Unit information
For information on the units you could study as part of this course, visit the Handbook and select the "Course Structure" tab.
Credit transfer information
If you have already completed study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.
On-Campus Availability
Intake | Locations |
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Term 3, 2024 | Melbourne |
Term 1, 2025 | Melbourne, Rockhampton, Sydney |
Term 2, 2025 | Melbourne, Sydney |
Term 3, 2025 | Melbourne |
Online Availability
Intake | Locations |
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Term 3, 2024 | Available Online |
Term 1, 2025 | Available Online |
Term 2, 2025 | Available Online |
Term 3, 2025 | Available Online |
Majors
Financial Planning
Approved under the Financial Adviser Standards, this is an ideal major for anyone wishing to practice as an accountant and financial advisor. You'll develop expertise across personal financial planning, business finance, investment portfolios, and retirement and superannuation. To round out your knowledge, you'll also examine the role of insurance and risk management in client-focused financial planning as well as estate planning.
Management, Entrepreneurship and Accounting
This major will support your Bachelor's if you are interested in a management or entrepreneurial career. It provides a grounding in modern management skills and knowledge. Plus, advanced management accounting knowledge is added to this major to provide a compelling skill set for a diverse career in accounting and management.
Marketing
Excel with a versatile skillset valued across all industries as you learn to successfully connect with customers and implement demand generation marketing activities. You'll explore consumer behaviour and the broader marketing mix plus, examine the importance of digital integration. To complement your skills in delivering creative strategies, you'll also perform market research, to understand insights and analytics to inform marketing decision-making.
Multi-disciplinary
The Multi-Disciplinary major is available if you already hold an approved AQF Level 7 degree and wish to gain credit for that degree. Approval from the Head of Course is required to access this major.
Professional Project (available from Term 1, 2025)
To study this major, you must be employed with an employer who has committed to supporting your progress through the Bachelor of Accounting and will provide professional supervision and mentorship during your project. As a result, entry to this major is restricted. If you are approved to complete this major, the skills that you learn within the core of the course will be applied to a professional project, augmented with learning and assessment support from CQUniversity. To support the project, you will also learn about appropriate research methods, such as Action Research methods. As you progress through this major, you will learn appropriate research and communication skills. You will apply these skills and your discipline knowledge from the core of Bachelor of Accounting towards the successful conclusion of your project. Your project will be chosen and approved by your employer as being appropriate for you to complete during this major. To progress through this major, you will need a CPA or Chartered Accountant supervisor provided by the employer. Experience gained through this major may also be recognised by CPA Australia and CA ANZ as mentored work experience.
Property
Accredited by the Australian Property Institute (API), this major will certify you as a Property Practitioner. Combined with your professional accounting qualification, you will graduate with a competitive skill set that is highly valued, especially in regional Australia. This major is highly contextual and embeds industry knowledge of property law, contract law, business finance, property economics, property and asset management, construction and property investment, and finance.
Minors
Coding Foundations
The Coding Foundations minor is perfect if you want the ability to design and create software applications, or apps to attain a career in financial technology (FinTech).
Criminology Fundamentals
This minor builds your knowledge of criminology theory, and analytical skills and tools to examine data, social behaviour and legislation within the criminal justice system.
Innovation The Innovation minor provides arms you with the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to digitally disrupt traditional business with new ideas and market space.
Introduction to Cyber Security
This minor introduces you to the skills needed to detect and prevent different types of cyber security attacks and the information, networks and systems at risk.
Liberal Studies
This minor has been designed to support credit, articulation agreements and transition arrangements. Please contact Course Advice for further information.
Marketing
Tailor your studies with this minor for insight into the value of marketing fundamentals. You'll explore consumer behaviour, product development and branding, marketing communication and digital marketing concepts.
Public Practice
The Public Practice minor is if you want to apply for Taxation Practitioners Board accreditation and develop a career in a public accounting practice.
This course has no residential schools.
Professional Practice and Experience - BUSN13004
Internship, study tour or supervised project.
Business Internship - BUSN12001
Internship, for students who are enrolled in the Professional Project major.
Requirements
To be eligible
For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.
Student and Course Profiles
View the student and course profiles for this course and learn about CQU's Undergraduate Profile for Term 1, 2024 via our Institute Profile.
During your study
While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.
Fees & Scholarships
Indicative First-Year Fee
The Indicative First-Year Fee is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (eight units over two terms) for a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the cost-per-unit spreadsheet available on our fees webpage for the approved unit fees. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Understanding your fees.
Commonwealth Supported Places
This course has Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available, and as a domestic student, you'll be offered a CSP, provided you meet CSP eligibility requirements. CSPs are subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning you are only required to pay the student contribution rather than full tuition fees.
HECS-HELP Loan
You may be eligible for a HECS-HELP government loan if you are offered a CSP. HECS-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists you in paying your student contributions. Provided you meet the HECS-HELP eligibility criteria, you may use HECS-HELP to defer part or all of your student contribution fees.
Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. Explore other study costs.
We believe a quality education can be for everyone – regardless of background, location, or life circumstances. That's why we offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries that can give you a helping hand with a range of expenses and enhance your employability.
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