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Major in Accounting

Industry Accreditation

Completion of the Accounting major meets the educational membership requirements for admission as a member of CPA Australia (CPAA), Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). Additionally, the major provides exemptions from multiple subjects which need to be completed for membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).

Key features

  • Learn how to analyse and interpret accounting information for a range of business types
  • Gain an up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, standards and regulations that impact financial accounting
  • Deepen your expertise in areas like cost management, financial controls, sustainability and taxation law

As a Bachelor of Business student, you won’t select your major until your second year of study. Your first year will see you undertake a number of core disciplinary subjects, developing your understanding of the contemporary business world.  

You'll then begin completing your major studies, developing the critical, industry-ready skills you need to succeed as an accountant.

Your future career

As a graduate of the UTS Bachelor of Business majoring in Accounting, you'll have the professional abilities, knowledge and attributes you need for a rewarding and versatile career in for-profit and not-for-profit businesses, government, and a wide range of sectors.

With your solid understanding of business foundations and your specialised accounting capabilities, you'll put your highly sought-after skills into practice as the vital link between financial flow and senior decision-making. Accounting is critical for every business and you'll be ready to discover a world of opportunities in any industry, from banking to fine arts.

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Keep exploring the majors within the Bachelor of Business or visit the handbook for detailed information about the course.

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Industry Accreditation

Completion of the Accounting major meets the educational membership requirements for admission as a member of CPA Australia (CPAA), Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). Additionally, the major provides exemptions from multiple subjects which need to be completed for membership of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).