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Study undergraduate online with University of Tasmania through Open Universities Australia. Explore all degrees, subjects and short courses now.

This is a shell program used for the administration of four-year Double Degree programs. Students will enrol in the shell program and complete the requirements of both constituent programs. program content, rules and entry requirements are those for the constituent programs. Constituent programs include all those with 300 credit points, of which at least 100 credit points are electives.Bachelor of BusinessGet a real-world advantage with our Bachelor of Business. As the only university in the state, we’ve formed close connections with local industry.In our Bachelor of Business you will:<ul><li>Get a hands-on experience with corporate internships (<a href="https://www.utas.edu.au/corporate-internship-program/student-information" target="_blank">https://www.utas.edu.au/corporate-internship-program/student-information</a>), guest lectures from local business leaders, and current case studies from businesses in Tasmania and around the world.</li><li>Learn from the best with industry experts and teaching staff recognised as international leaders in their field.</li><li>Gain a qualification recognised by all the major professional bodies in business and economics.</li></ul>In our Bachelor of Business you can follow your passion, with the opportunity to build a degree from your choice of majors. You’ll also be able to cross-skill by undertaking electives or a second major from the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics or another area of the University.Bachelor of Psychological SciencePsychology, the study of human behaviour, impacts every environment in which humans live, work, cooperate and communicate. Whether it’s in the classroom or the courtroom, the family home or the extremes of Antarctica, in Tasmanian communities or international relations, psychology plays a role.If you want to develop knowledge and skills that will enrich your personal and professional life, or your goal is to become a research scientist, counsellor or registered psychologist, the Bachelor of Psychological Science provides the perfect foundation. When you study the science of psychology you will learn about the biological and psychological principles of human behaviour, and will develop the transferable skills of critical thinking, communication and problem solving that are vital everywhere people interact. These include:<ul><li>Counselling</li><li>Criminal justice</li><li>Neuroscience</li><li>Health services support e.g. drug and alcohol, cancer, disability, rehabilitation</li><li>Aged, family and child services</li><li>Probation and parole services</li><li>Policy and planning</li><li>Business</li><li>Marketing</li><li>Education</li><li>Public affairs</li><li>Human resources, and numerous other areas</li></ul>

Interested in business but can't help thinking about psychology? Graduates of business who have studied psychology have a unique edge in understanding employees and consumers alike - launching fulfilling careers dealing with both people and brands.

Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Psychological Science

Accountants work in every industry. They help manage all aspects of a business and provide tailored advice on budgeting, strategic planning, data analysis, tax-related matters, auditing, and sustainability reporting.   The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) is an internationally recognised program that will prepare you for a wide variety of jobs in Australia and around the world. This program will give you valuable industry experience, and exposure to some of Tasmania’s top business minds. You’ll also gain valuable insights into the accounting profession through internships, masterclasses, taxation clinics, and guest lecturers.  Studying from the University of Tasmania, you’ll develop an appreciation for the vast industries that operate across the state, such as aquaculture, agribusiness, export trade and tourism. Graduates of this program are responsible accountants who can recognise and evaluate the social, environmental and ethical impacts of business decisions. We embed principles of sustainability, accountability, entrepreneurial thinking and innovation across our programs, so you get the edge in your chosen career.  Our accelerated teaching model means you can complete your full Bachelor of Business in just two years. If you prefer to take more time to complete your degree, you can also choose from our range of flexible options and pick a study pattern to suit your lifestyle.

This registered CPA program offers access to internships, providing invaluable industry experience and exposure to some of Tasmania's top business minds. Gain insights through masterclasses, taxation clinics and guest lectures.

Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

This is a shell program used for the administration of four-year Double Degree programs. Students will enrol in the shell program and complete the requirements of both constituent programs. program content, rules and entry requirements are those for the constituent programs. Constituent programs include all those with 300 credit points, of which at least 100 credit points are electives.Bachelor of BusinessGet a real-world advantage with our Bachelor of Business. As the only university in the state, we’ve formed close connections with local industry.In our Bachelor of Business you will:Get a hands-on experience with <a href="https://www.utas.edu.au/corporate-internship-program/student-information" target="_blank">corporate internships</a>, guest lectures from local business leaders, and current case studies from businesses in Tasmania and around the world.Learn from the best with industry experts and teaching staff recognised as international leaders in their field.Gain a qualification recognised by all the major professional bodies in business and economics.In our Bachelor of Business you can follow your passion, with the opportunity to build a degree from your choice of majors. You’ll also be able to cross-skill by undertaking electives or a second major from the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics or another area of the University.Bachelor of ScienceIf you enjoy pursuing your curiosity and understanding the world around you, consider yourself an innovator, and are passionate about shaping the world from our living laboratory, our Bachelor of Science provides a gateway to an exciting world of rewarding careers.The University of Tasmania’s science degree provides you with a foundation of core skills in science, analysis, and rational thinking. You have options to focus your study in one or more scientific disciplines and learn the methods to apply your skills and knowledge to the practical needs of industry, business, and government in both scientific and non-scientific roles.In choosing a Bachelor of Science you can:<ul><li>Select one or two science majors from our 21 exciting options, plus expand your educational experience and study subjects of your choice from across the University.</li><li>Explore a range of study options through your choice of electives, discovering potential new areas of interest even after you start studying</li><li>Learn through hands-on practical experience including laboratory work, field trips, field-based subjects, and research projects.</li><li>Enjoy being mentored by highly qualified staff, many of whom are national and world leaders in their field.</li></ul>Our curriculum offers flexibility and choice in how your degree is structured. We provide a wealth of practical experience, access to world class facilities and an opportunity to immerse yourself in a local and interconnected scientific community.

Explore hypotheses and understand the inner workings of businesses while you're at it. Graduate with the ability to work in either field or combine your expertise.

Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Science

Contemporary Financial Accounting and Reporting

Accounting for Managers

Accountability and Accounting

Management Decision Making and Strategy

Assurance and Audit Services

Ethics and Professionalism

CPA Ethics and Governance

CPA Contemporary Business Issues

Contemporary Accounting Perspectives and Research

Management Accountability and Accounting

TAS-BFA303 is designed to introduce you to the key concepts of auditing and the modern audit practice environment within the Australian professional and legal framework. The subject&#39;s broad aim is to provide you with knowledge of practical auditing from the initial audit planning, the study of internal controls, substantive testing and evidence gathering to the final audit report. You will be introduced to the professional auditing standards, Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants and the audit process and the audit procedures used by external company auditors to provide an opinion on the truth and fairness of financial reports. The objectives of the subject are to advance students’ analytical and decision-making skills by applying auditing theory to practical case studies. A strong emphasis is placed on students&#39; ability to communicate their views in a clear, concise and logical manner.

Auditing and Assurance Services

This subject is a compulsory subject in the accounting major as part of the accredited program and expands the skill, knowledge and understanding students have gained in TAS-BFA201 Financial Accounting. It integrates the theory and practice of financial accounting in relation to combined business entities. Students will critically evaluate professional and ethical decision making while applying International Financial Reporting Standards to prepare consolidated accounts and group reports. The consideration of the issues and techniques in this subject enhances the skills students will need to perform effectively in the workplace as a financial accountant.

Advanced Financial Accounting

Welcome to this foundation subject for students intending to undertake an Accounting Major in the Bachelor of Business. This subject is compulsory and is an important pre-requisite for second and third-year subjects. Accounting is a technical, social and moral practice and this subject reflects this. You will consider the fundamental principles that underpin accrual accounting and financial reporting including how and why financial transactions are recorded as they are. The elements of the accounting cycle and techniques of measurement, recording and reporting for decision-makers are also considered. This subject expands on the role accounting plays in providing accountability. This subject also introduces you to accounting information systems and accounting software.

Applied Accounting Systems

This subject will help you understand the role that accounting plays in providing accountability. We move beyond introductory accounting and explore the important role that accounting has in organisations, society and the environment.After completing this subject, you will have fundamental management and financial accounting knowledge, tools for analysing organisations’ external reports and a comprehension of how accounting can be used to address social responsibility, ethical conduct and sustainability.This subject allows you to begin the up skilling required by our professional accounting bodies, requiring us to move beyond orthodox/conventional accounting practices and understand our role in accountability.

Management Accountability and Accounting is an essential subject for students studying the Accounting major in the Bachelor of Business.Students will apply techniques to support management decision-making in respect of product costing, variance analysis, inventory management, budgeting and forecasting. The subject emphasises the application of quantitative and qualitative techniques to analyse cost behaviour. Students will evaluate the performance of products and business segments by applying the processes and techniques of management accounting that focus on the effective and efficient use of organisational resources. Students will also be introduced to theories of human behaviour and the impact on the design of performance measurement systems.

The rise of digital technology in the modern economy has seen the need for knowledge and skills in relation to Information Communication Technology (ICT) and Information Systems (IS) becoming crucial, central and critical components of any business related degree program. There is a need for business students to exhibit their understanding of IS and ICT and its application in a business environment. This subject provides an introduction to accounting information systems and information communication technology, as well as their design and use. It covers the key accounting systems and processes which support an organisation&#39;s business and enhance its decision-making capabilities. Students will gain a foundational understanding of the underlying information technologies and topics covered including emerging technologies and business models technologies. Students will interact with popular accounting information systems during this subject.

Accounting Information Systems

In today’s data economy, businesses are blessed and cursed with an abundance of data. This proliferation of data is creating new professions and changing existing professions. One profession that is witnessing a rapid change due to the explosion of data is accounting. While there exists a plethora of data available to businesses, accounting data remains a source of data that is reliable, relevant and accessible for all organisations. This subject will introduce students to the very recent changes ushered in by the big data revolution to the accounting profession, introduce students to how data analytics is being applied to accounting data, develop their skills in analysing and presenting accounting data to management and also develop their abilities to critically evaluate the underlying accounting systems and processes related to both the collection, creation, processing and production of accounting data within organisations.

Data Analytics for Accounting

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