Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

Bachelor of Business (Accounting) 093283C

Key Facts

CRICOS Code 093283C
Course Id CRS1400298
Full Time 3 years
Part Time 6 years (Domestic students only – see below)
Units 24
Campus Level 16, 233 Castlereagh Street, Sydney 2000

Level 1, West, 237 Ryrie Street, Geelong Victoria 3220

ILETS Academic 6.0 overall with no band less than 6.0
Delivery mode Blended

Face to Face

Outcome Bachelor of Business (Accounting) (BBus(Acc))

Course Description

The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) prepares students for a career in accounting and related financial aspects of business.

Course Learning Outcomes

CLO1 The ability to critically analyse relevant concepts to understand practice in business and related professions in a global workplace
CLO2 Demonstrate interrelationships between differing business and related disciplines
CLO3 Locate and critically evaluate relevant data and literature to address business problems through a research approach
CLO 4 Apply critical and creative thinking to address issues in business
CLO 5 Convey information clearly and fluently in high-quality written form appropriate for their audience
CLO 6 Use oral communication appropriately to convey information clearly and fluently
CLO 7 Demonstrate and critically reflect on how individuals work in teams in a business environment in an inclusive manner
CLO 8 Critically analyse business decisions in terms of ethical practice and social responsibility
CLO 9 Critically analyse sustainability principles for various stakeholders in relation to business contexts
CLO 10 Apply technical and professional skills necessary to operate effectively in business and related professions.

Graduate Attributes

GA1 Communicate effectively in a diverse range of professional or community context
GA 2 Complete work tasks and assignments independently or as an effective member of multidisciplinary teams
GA 3 Engage in and value life-long learning leading to the enhancement of professional knowledge and skills
GA 4 Are information and technology literate
GA 5 Respond appropriately to a changing workforces, cultures and values reflecting a global work environment
GA 6 Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making abilities essential to contributing soundly to the resolution of issues confronting organisations
GA 7 Facilitate intellectual curiosity
GA 8 Act in an ethical manner in all aspects of professional life.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Business (Accounting) is accredited by CPA Australia (CPAA), Chartered Accountants in Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), the Association of Certified chartered Accountants (ACCA) in the UK and the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency:

International Student Duration

The CRICOS-registered duration is 156 weeks or 3 years of full-time study (6 semesters). Please note the part-time mode is not available to a holder of a student visa who is not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or who is not an Australian permanent resident, or who is a temporary resident of Australia.

Domestic Student Duration

For domestic students, the course is 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time.

Course Structure

Course Code Course Title Credit Points Prerequisites
ACC100 Principles of Accounting 6 Nil
ICT100 Information Management Systems 6 ACC100
ECO100 Principles of Economics 6 Nil
GBU100 Business Communications 6 Nil
LAW100 Business Law 6 Nil
MGT100 Introduction to Management 6 Nil
MKT100 Introduction to Marketing 6 Nil
STT100 Introductory Statistics 6 Nil
ACC201 Financial Accounting 6 ACC100
ACC202 Corporate Accounting 6 ACC201
ACC203 Management Accounting 6 ACC100, MGT100
FIN200 Business Finance 6 ACC100, STT100
GBU200 Business Ethics 6 Nil
LAW200 Law of Business Associations 6 LAW100
MGT200 Organisational Behaviour 6 MGT100
MGT201 Strategic Management 6 MGT100
ACC300 Auditing and Assurance 6 ACC202
ACC302 Accounting Theory and Corporate Governance 6 ACC202
ACC303 Advanced Management Accounting 6 ACC203
LAW300 Taxation 6 ACC202, LAW200
ACC304 Accounting Capstone 6 ACC303, MGT201
MGT300 Managing Organisational Change 6 MGT100
MGT301 Leadership 6 MGT100
MGT302 International Business Strategy 6 MGT100

TOTAL CREDIT POINTS: 144

Device Specifications

Accounting and Marketing Degrees
Operating system Windows 10, 11
  Mac OS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, or 10.15 Catalina
 Browser Safari, Chrome, and Firefox – current version
  Microsoft Edge – latest version
Internet Explorer – current or immediately previous version
Computer and processor 1 GHZ or faster x86 or 64-bit processor with SSE2 instruction set
Memory 8 GB RAM (64-bit)
Disk space Minimum 500 gigabytes (GB)
Monitor resolution 1024 x 768

Delivery Method

Type Explanation
Blended Delivered partially on campus and partially online
Face to Face This is delivered at level 16, 233 Castlereagh street Sydney and

Level 1, West, 237 Ryrie Street, Geelong Victoria 3220

Assessment Methods

The Institute uses authentic assessment principles that may include practical exercises, case studies, presentations, reports, online simulations, essays, and examinations. These may include being done under invigilation.

Exit and Career Outcomes

Exit Outcomes

To obtain a Bachelor of Business (Accounting), candidates are required to successfully complete all 24 units. Not all units are offered each semester. If you complete the 8 100 level units with the Institute (either at the Institute or with Advanced Standing that does not exceed 4 of the 100 level units), you will be eligible to obtain a Diploma of Business.

Career Outcomes

Successful completion of the BBus(Acc) meets the criteria to apply to ACCA, CAANZ, and CPA Australia to join and undertake their professional programs for full membership.

Accountants are no longer people who just do bookkeeping and tax returns. They are advisors in a wide range of areas that impact on business and individuals, such as business development, financing, property investment, self-managed superannuation, taxation, and wealth creation.

Entry Requirements

  • Successful completion of an Australian senior secondary qualification (or recognised equivalent) with the equivalent of a minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 60 and
    • NSW (or equivalent) Band 4 Standard English; and
    • NSW (or equivalent) Band 3 Advanced Mathematics; or
    • NSW (or equivalent) Band 4 Standard 2 Mathematics.
  • An equivalent secondary qualification overseas that also meets the mathematics requirement above; or
  • An accredited Tertiary Preparation Program or a Foundation Year Program offered by an accredited Australian provider that also meets the mathematics requirement above; or
  • One year of completed accredited full-time study at a registered institution of tertiary education at AQF level 5 or above that also meets the mathematics requirement above.

International Students

  • Students who have not completed an Australian Year 12 qualification may be admitted into the program through the flexible entry mode.
    • An equivalent secondary qualification overseas; or
    • An accredited Tertiary Preparation Program or a Foundation Year Program offered by an Australian university; or
    • One year of successful full-time study in an accredited course at a university or other higher education provider; or
    • Admission to candidature for an undergraduate degree at an Australian university

Special/Alternative Admission Arrangements

Applicants who are 21 years of age or over who have not completed Year 12, or its equivalent may gain entry to a course by addressing one of the following entry requirements:

  1. Successful completion of a Special Tertiary Admissions Test administered by a tertiary admissions centre; or
  2. Submission of a portfolio of prior and current academic and professional work; or

Applicants applying under special admission categories will be required to attend an interview with the Dean to assess the applicant’s capacity for higher education studies. The applicant should submit a portfolio of prior and current academic and professional work prior to the interview to assist in the assessment process.

The criteria used by the Dean when approving applicants for admission into a course under special or alternative admission arrangements include:

  • capacity to pursue tertiary studies;
  • motivation to pursue tertiary studies in the discipline of the chosen course;
  • demonstrated potential for academic studies based on the applicant’s portfolio;
  • relevant professional and industry experience; and
  • specific consideration of access issues for ATSI’s.

Language Requirements

Language proficiency

  • IELTS Academic: 6.5 with no band less than 6.0; or
  • TOEFL: 575 or better; or
  • TOEFL IBT (International Benchmark Test): 91 or better; or
  • TOEFL CBT (Computer Based Test): 235 or better; or
  • Academic PTE (Pearson Test of English): 58 or better; or
  • Cambridge English: CAE and CPE (from 2015): 176 or better; or
  • General Certificate of Education (GCE): A Levels with a C or better in English; or
  • KITE: all bands B2 with a result greater than 450 in each band; or
  • Duolingo: overall 115 with no band less than 110.

English Language Test results are valid for two years from the date of the results up to the date of commencement at the Institute. The most recent test supersedes ALL previous tests.

Attendance Requirements

The Institute has enforceable requirements in relation to attendance. Further details are provided at Item 20 of the Terms and Conditions.

Advance Standing

Granting credit for prior learning ensures that students commence study at a level that appropriately recognises their prior learning experiences and are not required to repeat equivalent learning successfully undertaken in another context. Process for applying for Advance Standing (credit) can be found in the Advanced Standing Policy and Procedure

The course fees (per semester) are indicated below and are based on a standard full-time study load and duration. Your course fees and duration may vary if you have applied for and been granted Advanced Standing. Tuition fees may increase during your studies. Students are advised in advance of any increase in tuition fees being implemented.

Further Information

For further information please contact:

Polytechnic Institute Australia Pty Ltd

CRICOS: 03535M

TEQSA provider number: PRV14049

ABN: 34 145 333 795

Head office and postal address

Level 16, 233 Castlereagh St Sydney NSW 2000

Level 1, West, 237 Ryrie Street, Geelong Victoria 3220

Ph: (+612) 8319 8202

Email: info@pia.edu.au

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