Bachelor of Accounting

Accounting can be defined as the “language of business,” playing a vital role in almost every organization. Whether it’s basic bookkeeping or high-level strategic planning and analysis, there is a consistent demand for individuals with accounting skills. 

The Bachelor of Accounting program equips graduates with the necessary skills, knowledge, and attributes to excel as accountants in modern business environments. Aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and professional associations’ requirements, this degree offers a comprehensive curriculum.

The Bachelor of Accounting degree focuses on essential units that cover financial accounting, management accounting, and auditing, enabling students to gain professional accreditation and pursue employment opportunities in the accounting discipline. 

Recognizing that accountants often collaborate with professionals from various functional areas, the program also incorporates education in information technology, marketing, organizational behavior, operations, and provides a range of business-based elective options. 

Moreover, it emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and highlights the significance of corporate responsibility, ethics, and governance.

AIH’s Bachelor of Accounting holds professional accreditation from CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants ANZ , fulfilling the academic requirements for entry into the CPA/CAANZ Programs. 

Additionally, esteemed professional organizations like the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) acknowledge AIH’s Bachelor of Accounting course.

What You’ll Learn:

• Structure
• To complete the degree, you will need to pass 23 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 5 core units including a Capstone unit. In addition, you will get to select 4 electives (2 electives from 2000 level and 2 electives from 3000 level except Capstone units).
• Study Hours
• To effectively manage your studies as a student, it is crucial to dedicate time for attending classes. Typically, full-time students can expect to have 8 hours of on-campus classes every week. Furthermore, it is advisable to allocate an additional 14 hours per week for independent tasks such as assignments, readings, projects, and adequate preparation for quizzes, tests, and exams.
• 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.