Ernst and Young Domestic International Scholarships Search for available scholarships Ranking Top 150 in the world for Accounting and Finance (QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2018) Download Brochure International Prospectus Qualifications Certificate in Commerce Bachelor of Commerce Bachelor of Arts Overview The study of Accounting covers a wide range of accounting practices and theories in a number of different contexts, providing a solid foundation for a successful professional career. Accountants provide important financial and other information for key external groups such as owners, investors, and regulators, as well as assisting managers with insight that allows them to make organisational decisions. Alongside this, accountants verify the accuracy and reliability of financial information (auditing), assess risk, and ensure taxation laws and rules are adhered to. The subject is therefore divided into: financial accounting and reporting cost and management accounting auditing and assurance taxation other relevant areas, including sustainability reporting.

As a specialist in accounting, you will be able to work in a variety of fields throughout your career. The most common positions are: Chartered Accountant, Accounting Manager, Auditor, Consultant, Credit Analyst, Manager or Executive, and Chief Financial Officer. You can focus on a range of areas such as tax, audit, financial management, investment analysis, business services, company or treasury systems accountancy, government finance, or third sector development work. UC Accounting graduates get work in a wide variety of roles around the world. Many Accounting major graduates go on to become chartered accountants, through Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, or become members of CPA (Australia), or the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). For membership of some of these professional bodies, your Bachelor of Commerce degree must include specific courses. For further advice you can also contact the Department of Accounting and Information Systems.