Note: Last intake Semester 2, 2011; refer to the Bachelor of Commerce for entry in 2012.
Program summary
Program title: Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
Award abbreviation: BCom(Acc)
QTAC code: 012011 **
OP/Rank for 2011 entry: OP-15 / Rank-69
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Recommended prior study: English; Maths A, B or C
Fee type 2011: Commonwealth supported places, visiting non-award domestic places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: BU356
CRICOS code: 065671A. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
** Students may choose to complete the core and foundation courses at either the USC Noosa Centre or on campus. The remainder of the degree is completed on campus. The option to study at Noosa is not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Highlights
- Consistently high graduate employment rate
- Opportunity to study a second business major
- Careers exist in all business sectors
Accountancy offers many opportunities. Today’s accountant is more likely to be business advising and planning than number crunching.
In this program you major in accounting and gain skills in financial management, business consulting and financial advising. First year courses include marketing, management, economics, business law, and informatics. Specialised courses include financial accounting, business finance, law of business associations, management accounting, company accounting, taxation law and practice, auditing and professional practice, and contemporary accounting issues. Industry links generate employment for graduates. A second major is available from the Bachelor of Business.
Career opportunities
Accountant, auditor, company secretary, stockbroker, financial administration, taxation consultant, banker, business development manager, consultant, investment and business analyst.
Professional recognition
Graduates may become associate members of CPA Australia; Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia; National Institute of Accountants. The program is accredited by these bodies.
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete a minimum of 24 courses including all core and required courses listed below, and electives.
- (Optional) Use electives to complete a minor to supplement the required major.
- Register any selected Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
- Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
- Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
- As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
Program structure
Core courses: (1)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| COR109 Communication and Thought |
Required courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BUS101 Applied Research Methods | ||||
| BUS102 Economics for Business | ||||
| BUS103 Business Law and Ethics | ||||
| BUS104 Management and Organisational Behaviour | ||||
| ACC106 Accounting Principles | ||||
| ACC108 | ||||
| BUS301 | ||||
| BUS320 Business, Governance and Society |
| 12 | Pre: Completed 144 units in undergraduate business courses |
Major courses: (8)
| Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACC210 Financial Accounting |
| 12 | Pre: ACC106 |
| ACC211 Business Finance |
| 12 | Pre: BUS102 |
| ACC220 Law of Business Associations |
| 12 | Pre: (BUS103 or BUS203) or (LAW204 and enrolled in Program AB311) Anti: LAW303 |
| ACC221 Company Accounting |
| 12 | Pre: ACC210 |
| ACC310 Management Accounting |
| 12 | Pre: ACC106 |
| ACC311 Taxation Law and Practice |
| 12 | Pre: BUS203 or LAW101 or LAW102 |
| ACC320 Contemporary Accounting Issues |
| 12 | Pre: ACC210 |
| ACC321 Auditing and Professional Practice |
| 12 | Pre: ACC210 |
Elective courses: (7)
Select 7 elective courses, up to 6 of which may be from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).
TOTAL UNITS 288
The University attempts to ensure this information is accurate and up-to-date. However, the University reserves the right to discontinue or vary program/course information at any time without notice.
Enquiries
How to apply
Faculty of Business
Tel: +61 7 5430 1221
Email: businessfaculty@usc.edu.au