Bachelor
Find out how to kick your career goals with a Major in Accounting and Finance.
Master the key skills to help people and organisations reach their financial goals, with a focus on doing it sustainably and utilising the latest in financial software. In this course taught by financial experts, you'll pair expertise in managing risks and advocating for your clients with knowledge of emerging financial trends including cryptocurrency and blockchain analysis.
The major in Accounting and Finance will see you team up with your peers to work on a consulting project with a live client, using cutting-edge financial programming software, such as Python, Tableau and Xero. Be set up to make meaningful decisions for future organisations and clients with experience in key, industry-specific software.
In this degree, you'll gain knowledge about core business needs across an organisation and hear directly from guest speakers with a broad range of Business experience. Past speakers have included representatives from NAB, Genesis Group and Richmond Football Club.
This course is accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), Certified Practicing Accounts (CPA) Australia.
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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Help clients manage their finances and give expert advice on financial reporting, forecasting and analysis.
StockbrokerBe the trusted connection between your clients and the stock market. Working with organisations or individuals, you'll buy and sell stocks, build relationships with clients and share expert financial advice.
International Business ConsultantDevelop strategies for large companies and clients all over the world. You'll use outstanding problem solving skills to create solutions to problems your clients might not have even anticipated.
Investor Relations AssociateConnect your company to its' investors. Not only will you compile information from potential investors, but you'll analyse internal and external data to create reports. You'll be a key part of ensuring your company keeps up with the rapidly changing business world.
EntrepreneurWith a solid understanding of business practices, you'll have the tools you need to set up your own business. Bring your fresh ideas to the market and put your knowledge into practice as you assess your growth and innovation.
Financial AccountantTake 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.
Finance ManagerPlay 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.
Financial ControllerOversee 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.