The major in Accounting is concerned with measurement, analysis, reporting and evaluation of information, including computerised information, which assists in the management of resources in business entities and government organisations.

Students wishing to meet the requirements of the professional accounting bodies should either contact the College office for details or refer to the following links:

• CPA Australia
• Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand
• Institute of Public Accountants

There are many job opportunities in accounting, and there is currently a skills shortage for qualified accountants in Australia.  Some of the different areas that accountants work in are listed below.

- Business risk analyst

Identifies strategic and operational business risks. Provides assessments of the effectiveness of business controls and develops and delivers business risk solutions in support of business objectives.

- Auditor

Ensures that assets and liabilities mentioned in reports really exist, analysing samples of work done and interviewing staff about the way they go about their work.

- Taxation auditors examine the financial statements of taxpayers.

Government auditors examine records of departments, statutory and local authorities, and government-owned companies.

Private sector auditors work with a range of clients from small businesses to large international firms, including banks, insurance companies and retailers.

- Budget/management accountant

Is primarily concerned with the development and maintenance of budgeting systems. This involves monitoring budgets and comparing them with actual costs and revenues related to production, marketing and capital. They analyse records to determine trends, which assists in managerial control.

- Systems accountant

Analyses financial information needs for organisations by reviewing existing systems and working out the best way to meet those needs with the design of new systems

Learning Outcomes

1. Integrate theoretical and technical accounting knowledge in a business context
2. Exercise judgement under supervision to provide possible solutions to routine accounting problems in straightforward contexts using where appropriate social, ethical, economic, regulatory, sustainability, governance and/or global perspectives
3. Critically apply theoretical and technical accounting knowledge and skills to provide possible solutions to routine accounting problems
4. Justify and communication accounting advice and ideas to both specialists and non-specialists