University of New South Wales
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (Accounting)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAt its core, Accounting is how you understand and run a successful business. It’s the language of business, helping you interrogate and communicate what is going on in an organisation. Just as a doctor reads vital signs to assess a patient’s health, accounting provides critical metrics that reveal a business’ past performance, current position and future prospects.
By giving you the skills to interpret and translate business numbers into meaningful insights, accounting enables you to make smart business decisions, whether it’s resolving cash flow challenges, setting pricing strategies, leveraging profits for growth or optimising operations for efficiency.
In today’s AI-driven and rapidly evolving world, accounting skills are more essential than ever - not merely for reporting but for the business acumen it enables to power sustainable growth and long-term success. It’s the skill that transforms ambition into action and data into decisions, making it indispensable for thriving businesses and visionary leaders.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington, NSW
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (Accounting) will prepare you for the following roles.
Accountant
An Accountant keeps financial records and processes financial accounts. You might be employed by a business or organisation to manage their financi...
Auditor
An Auditor reviews the financial information of a business or organisation. You’ll analyse documents like bank statements and data from financial s...
Certified Practicing Accountant
Certified Practising Accountants (CPAs) manage and oversee financial operations for individuals and businesses. You might work in various settings,...
Chartered Accountant
Chartered Accountants manage and oversee financial matters for businesses and individuals. You might work in accounting firms, corporations, or gov...
Management Accountant
A Management Accountant coordinates financial activities for a large business or organisation. You might prepare financial reports and statements a...
Government Accountant
A Government Accountant oversees financial matters for a government department or agency. You might manage financial systems and process accounts p...
Tax Accountant
A Tax Accountant manages taxation issues for a business or organisation. You’ll ensure the company meets their tax obligations and makes sure tax r...
Forensic Accountant
A Forensic Accountant analyses financial information for legal or court cases. You might have to go through accounting data to look for discrepanci...
Financial Accountant
A Financial Accountant coordinates accounts for a large business or organisation. You’ll manage financial operations across all departments and pre...
Internal Auditor
An Internal Auditor examines and evaluates the financial information of a business or organisation. You might gather relevant financial data and in...
About University of New South Wales
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