Bachelor of Business (Majoring in Accounting)

Provided by James Cook University

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Awarded by James Cook University


Course introduction

Introduction


With this degree you will be equipped with skills that meet the demands of business including developing communication and engagement skills, building networks, adopting a commercial mindset, understanding project management and mastering critical thinking and problem solving.
Initially, you will concentrate on establishing a solid understanding of the business environment via the compulsory subjects. Later on, you will start to specialise and expand your major area of study. You will also have the opportunity to see and experience business fundamentals in action while working on industry projects.
The accounting major provides you the skill to manage contemporary and evolving accounting issues. Our accounting degree holds full accreditation with the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA) and CPA Australia. Graduates are able to apply for associate membership with these two professional bodies. Graduates can also seek Associate (ISCA) membership from the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants.

Career Outcomes

Accounting graduates are in demand around the world. They progress through a wide range of employment opportunities in the public and private sector including: public accounting practice, financial and management accounting, system accountant, financial officer, management consulting and policy advisor.



Curriculum Overview


Programme Structure


Course Structure

3 trimesters per year (normally 4 subjects per trimester)

Core Subjects
  • Accounting for Decision Making
  • Economics for Sustainable Business
  • Business Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Business, Environment and Society in the Tropics
  • Contemporary Business Communications
  • Managing Consumer Markets
  • Business Law
  • plus one of the following:
    • Professional Internship*
    • Multidisciplinary Project
    • Independent Project
    *where applicable
Major Subjects
(11 subjects)
  • Accounting Principles and Systems
  • Cost and Management Accounting
  • Financial Management
  • Business Modelling
  • Business Information Systems
  • Law of Business Organisations
  • Company Accounting
  • Contemporary Issues in Accounting
  • Performance Management and Control
  • Auditing
  • Taxation Law
Minor Subjects (4 subjects from one of the following areas)
  • Accounting
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Tourism Management
  • Financial Management
Note: If a single major is selected English for Academic Purposes can be chosen as an elective subject.
 



Entry Requirements


Entry Requirements

  • The entrance requirements differ from country to country but in general applicants must have satisfactorily completed 12 years of schooling or equivalent.
  • Successful completion of the James Cook University Singapore Foundation Program will also satisfy the entrance requirement.
For further information email [email protected]

English Requirements
  • IELTS 6.0 (no component lower than 6.0)/TOEFL iBT 79 (with minimum writing score of 19) and above; or
  • Satisfactory completion of James Cook University Singapore English Language Preparatory Program (ELPP).
  • Students who have successfully completed 2 years of full-time study in English medium may satisfy the English Language Requirement
Advanced Standing
  • Advanced standing of up to 8 subjects will be granted upon successful completion of James Cook University Diploma of Higher Education (Business Studies) program.
  • Credit exemption may be granted for students with tertiary qualifications from recognised institutions on a case-by-case basis.
Attendance Requirements
International students holding a valid Student's Pass are required to attend at least 90% of scheduled classes per month. Failure to attend classes is a breach of the student visa conditions. Being absent from classes for a continuous period of seven days or more, or attendance falling below 90% without valid reasons will result in the student needing to surrender their Student's Pass for cancellation.
Domestic students must attend at least 75% of the scheduled lecture and tutorial activities to be eligible for assessment.



Fees & Funding


Tuition Fees

Domestic* International
S$53,928 S$56,496

*Fees apply to all Singapore residents (Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and all pass holders excluding those holding a Student Pass)
Note: All course fees include prevailing 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST)

 

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