Introduction

Awarded by Curtin University and accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), graduates from this course are eligible to apply for associate membership of both professional bodies. Graduates are also eligible to enter into the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) program.

Curtin University
Ranked as one of the top 100 best-performing universities in the subjects of Accounting and Finance by the QS World University Rankings in 2014, this major will help students develop comprehensive understanding of accounting and the associated fields of auditing, taxation, business law and financial management. You’ll examine the recording and communication of information relating to the financial performance of organisations and learn to prepare reports or give advice on an organisation’s record-keeping and compliance requirements, ensuring you are ready for a successful career in any industry sector. 

Careers in finance can be broadly defined to include corporate finance, financial institutions, financial markets and various branches of the financial services industry. This major will give you a broad understanding of the structure and operations of financial markets in management. You will learn about investment evaluation, decide how to fund activities and understand the roles played by financial markets and instruments.

Course units
Accounting 100
Business Law 100
Economics 100
Communication in Business 100
Business Information Systems 100
Management 100
Marketing 100
Quantitative Techniques for Business 203
Financial Accounting 250
Management Accounting 201
Finance Principles 215
Company Law for Business 266
Advanced Financial Accounting 260
Accounting Systems 204
Taxation 231
Microeconomics 200
Auditing 300
Management Control Systems 301
Corporate Finance 307
Accounting Theory and Analysis 308
International Finance 302
Finance Derivative Securities 312
Business Capstone 301

Entry requirements
Minimum five points from two GCE ‘A’ Level H2 subjects OR Diploma in related field from a recognised Institute

Cost, duration and intakes
S$51,840, payable in six trimester installments.
2 years, starting in March, July and November.

Fees & Funding