Assumed knowledge
It is assumed you have knowledge in the equivalent General Mathematics, or Mathematical Methods, or Specialist Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C).
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests.
Pearson PTE (Academic):
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date) Overall 58, Listening : 50, Reading: 50, Writing: 50, Speaking: 50
Cambridge English Score:
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement. You must provide your Candidate ID and Candidate Secret Number, these are printed on your Cambridge English Confirmation of Entry) Overall 176, Listening: 169, Reading: 169, Writing: 169, Speaking: 169
IELTS Academic:
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date) Overall 6.5, Listening: 6, Reading: 6, Writing: 6, Speaking : 6
TOEFL iBT:
(Test must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement date) Overall 79, Listening: 16, Reading: 16, Writing: 21, Speaking: 18
Highlights
Graduates who complete the accountancy major and the professional accountancy accreditation extension meet the academic entry requirements for membership of CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), and enrolment in their respective professional programs.
Graduates are also eligible for exemptions in the qualifying program for membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).
Students who complete specified units under the Regulation and Tax Extension will meet the academic entry requirements for registration as a Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board.
Experience a work placement with selected industry employers (if space is available on your individual study plan).
Build experience and first-hand knowledge through your final-year Capstone Project.
You can also study this major as part of QUT's new Bachelor of Business - International degree, which includes one year of compulsory overseas studies.
Why choose this course?
If advising business in today's dynamic world sounds like an interesting challenge, then accountancy is the right career for you.
In fact, an accounting qualification is the ideal platform for success in any business career. The accountancy major together with the professional accountancy accreditation extension prepares students for a career in one of the most respected business professions.
In this course you will develop accounting discipline knowledge, critical and analytical thinking, and problem-solving and communication skills. Discipline units focus on financial and management accounting requirements, specialised applications in company accounting, audit and assurance, tax and company regulation. Key accounting concepts and knowledge are developed throughout the entire major as students learn about contemporary issues facing modern businesses.
To complement the accountancy major students can complete secondary study areas in regulation and tax, and forensics and data analytics.
Accounting is an interesting and in-demand profession. Accredited accountants are highly employable and enjoy the benefits of an interesting profession recognised throughout the world.
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Possible careers
Business Analyst
Business Risk and Governance Consultant
Certified Practicing Accountant
Chartered Accountant
Chartered Tax Adviser
Chief Financial Officer
Corporate Secretary
Financial Analyst
Financial Controller
Financial Project Manager
Forensic Accountant
Wealth Management Consultant
OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
