澳大利亚高等教育学院

Accounting can be described as the ‘language of businesses. Almost every organisation has a demand for someone with accounting skills, from basic bookkeeping to high level strategic planning and analysis. The Bachelor of Accounting provides its graduates with the skills, knowledge and attributes required by accountants to perform effectively in modern business environments. The degree is designed in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and the requirements of relevant professional associations.

At the core of the Bachelor of Accounting degree are units that provide the financial accounting, management accounting and auditing skills necessary to obtain professional accreditation and employment in the discipline of accountancy. In modern business environments, accountants need to interact with professionals from a range of functional areas. Hence, the Bachelor of Accounting degree also provides education and learning outcomes in the areas of information technology, marketing, organisational behaviour and operations, as well as allowing students the freedom to choose from a number of business-based electives. Finally, the Bachelor of Accounting degree provides scope for the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills whilst also emphasising the importance of corporate responsibility, ethics and governance.

Structure

To complete the degree, you will need to pass 24 Units. These Units are divided into three levels based on contents and level of difficulty. The first level (Level 1000) has 8 core units. The second level (2000) has 6 core units. The third level (Level 3000) has 7 core units. In addition, you will get to select 3 electives.

Assessment

Your studies at AIH will encompass practical, professionally focused, and research-based learning, so assessment types will vary. You can expect them to include:

• Reports, project documentation, case studies and presentations
• Essays and assignments
• Quizzes, class tests and examinations
• Practicals and team-based projects
• Participation in class.

Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate understanding of the regulatory environment for which accounting operates globally and apply accounting processes in a manner that complies with applicable accounting standards.
• Evaluate and apply suitable business (financial and non-financial) tools to assess the effectiveness and efficiency of the organisation, its performance and position in a manner useful for managerial decision-making.
• Apply relevant principles to evaluate business problems and develop creative and competitive solutions to achieve strategic objectives.
• Apply varied communication tools and techniques to effectively manage relationships and communicate with other management professionals and business stakeholders.
• Analyse the broader social, legal, economic and business context within which the discipline operates to develop professional ethical practices.