The MIT Bachelor of Business, major in Accounting, provides worldwide career portability due to the rigor and contemporary nature of the course which is valued internationally. This is particularly important as uniform accounting standards are now being adopted globally. The MIT Bachelor of Business major in Accounting is accredited by industry peak bodies such as: CPA Australia (CPAA) and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) which provides graduates with an opportunity to apply their skills around the world. The Bachelor of Business, major in Accounting, provides a detailed study of the accounting discipline which includes various theories and models of accounting, the roles and traditions of accounting, internal and external financial reporting, management and financial accounting, auditing, taxation, regulatory compliance, international accounting standards and an awareness of ethical issues.

As a graduate of the Bachelor of Business Accounting major, students may find employment in areas of corporate accounting, financial accounting/reporting, managerial accounting, auditing and assurance, taxation, and investments, within all areas of commerce, industry, and government. Career roles and options include: Graduate Accountant, Certified Practicing Accountant on completion of the CPA program, Chartered Accountant on completion of the CA program, Credit Controller, Credit Analyst, Auditor, Financial Analyst or Consultant, Financial Planner on completion of further financial planning qualifications, Finance Manager, Investment Analyst/Consultant, Investment Manager, Business Analyst/Consultant, Corporate Secretary, Taxation Consultant, Taxation Agent on completion of Tax Agent qualification, Systems Accountant and Forensic Accountant.