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Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

UndergraduateSCU-BEA-DEG2026

Course information for 2026 intake View information for 2025 course intake

An accredited accounting specialisation

Learn how to start a business, problem solve, and thrive in the interconnected business world. This accounting specialisation deep dives into professional practices. You’ll study finance, auditing, taxation, and more. Become a valued accountant.

Study method
100% online study with practicum placement
Assessments
100% online
Credit available
Yes
Duration
3 years full time or part time equivalent
Total subjects
24

Indicative first year fee

$16,992

Fee details

Available loans
Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
CSP available
Yes

Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

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Career opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Business gain the professional, critical thinking and communication skills to run their own business, work in government agencies and industry associations, or to pursue corporate careers across a broad range of sectors, including accounting, finance, marketing, public relations, international business, human resources, business analytics, tourism and events and more.

Professional recognition

The Accounting specialisation is CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and Tax Practitioner’s Board (TPB) accredited.

Australian job snapshots

Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.

RoleEarnings Employment change
Accountants$75K to $93K Up 8%
Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers$93K to $120K Up 37.6%
Finance ManagersOver $120K Up 24.7%
Financial Investment Advisers and ManagersOver $120K Up 25.4%