Bachelor of Accounting
Western Sydney University
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About
With the opportunity to secure a unique, triple accreditation this course provides you with in-depth knowledge of accounting. Understand how to think creatively, apply innovative solutions to everyday problems and develop trusting, long-lasting business relationships.
Areas of study
Accounting, financial planning, taxation. Financial planning and taxation specialisations are only offered at Parramatta City campus.
Career opportunities
Business and financial adviser, auditor, taxation and management consultant, systems accountant, management accountant, financial accountant, financial controller.
Professional recognition
This degree satisfies the accreditation requirements of CPA Australia (CPA), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) for entry into their respective programs. Completion of this degree will allow students to claim a number of exemptions from the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) in obtaining the CIMA Professional Qualification. On successful completion of the Financial Planning and Taxation specialisations the degree satisfies the eligibility requirements of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA) to become a Financial Planner AFP® and prepares students for entry into the Certified Financial Planner CFP® Certification.
The degree is also accredited with the Financial Adviser Standards and Ethics Authority (FASEA), management of which has recently transferred to Financial Adviser Standards (FAS) under The Commonwealth Department of Treasury. This program may meet the RG146 generic knowledge requirements, specialist knowledge requirements and skills requirements as they currently stand. In addition, by completing available specialisations within the program, students satisfy the tertiary qualifications requirements to register as a Tax (Financial) Adviser and a Tax Agent with the Tax Practitioners’ Board (pending completion of certain electives).
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Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Assumed knowledge: Mathematics, any 2 units of English.
Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
Other applicants
Refer to Western Sydney University general admission criteria.
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