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Overview

The focus of this course is accounting practice. It is designed to provide graduates with high-level skills in the field of accounting. As a graduate you will be qualified to pursue a career in a wide variety of occupations.

The course allows you to focus your studies from the start, blending a conceptual theoretical framework with practical ‘real-world’ application. The course covers basic discipline material through to more specialised and advanced discipline applications.

Accounting involves classifying, verifying, recording, analysing, interpreting, and applying professional judgment to make strategic decisions about an organisation’s financial and non-financial situation. It informs and drives the budgetary process and ensures quality reporting through audit and assurance. As accounting requires the application of ethical reasoning, professional judgment and good governance principles, it plays a crucial role in business accountability.

The Bachelor of Accounting will equip you with the required skills and attributes needed for an engaging and successful career in accounting or related fields in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. The course will assist you in developing excellent conceptual knowledge and technical skills in financial accounting, management accounting, corporate finance, taxation, auditing, and financial analysis, as well as the required attributes to excel in the modern global business environment.

Course structure

Rules

You must complete units as specified in Parts A, B, C and D (144 credit points), including 96 credit points of study in Parts A, B and C, and 48 credit points of elective studies in Part D.

In choosing your units, you must ensure that you complete no more than ten units (60 credit points) at Level 1 and at least six units (36 credit points) at Level 3, including four units (24 credit points) at Level 3 offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics.

Some majors and minors include the same units. Where this occurs, up to 12 credit points may be shared between:
- two majors; or
- a major and a minor.

Note: Units can only count toward one minor. They cannot be shared across multiple minors.

Part A. Core studies18 credit points

You must complete the following units.

Part B. Discipline studies72 credit points

You must complete 72 credit points, comprising:
- the following units (66 credit points); and
- 6 credit points from the list of specified discipline units or consulting projects or international experiences or internships.

Notes:
- If you complete a 12 credit point unit in this part, you can complete a maximum of 42 credit points in Part D. This may limit the number of elective units you can use to complete a major.
- If you complete a 24 credit point unit in this part, you complete a maximum of 30 credit points in Part D. This may limit the number of elective units you can use to complete a major.

Specified discipline unit

6 credit points

Consulting projects

6 credit points

International experiences

6 credit points

ACX3500Accounting study tourNo reviews yet6 cp

Internships

6 credit points

Part C. Capstone studies6 credit points

You must complete the following unit.

ACX3900Global issues in accountingNo reviews yet6 cp

Part D. Elective studies48 credit points

You must complete 48 credit points of elective study. Electives can be chosen from:

- Units not already completed in Part B above, provided you have met the relevant prerequisites;
- Units offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics or from across the University, which may be used to complete a major or minor from another course, provided you have met the relevant prerequisites and there are no enrolment restrictions

Notes:

- Enrolment in Faculty of Business and Economics units at campuses other than your campus of enrolment is subject to there being spare capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. You should also be aware of travel and timetabling limitations.

- If you are in a double degree course, some units required for the other degree are credited as electives towards this Accounting degree.

The handbook's description of this structure

This course comprises four parts: Part A. Core studies, Part B. Discipline studies, Part C. Capstone studies and Part D. Elective studies

Part A. Core studies

This will provide you with a study of accounting, economics and econometrics disciplines and the impact they have on decision making in organisations.

Part B. Discipline studies

These studies will develop and consolidate your capacity as a critical and creative professional who is able to apply your knowledge of your specialisation to provide discipline-based solutions for business. Units contained within the discipline may meet the requirements for professional accreditation bodies.

Part C. Capstone studies

The capstone unit will consolidate your knowledge and skills acquired through the study of your course and provide experience in multi-disciplinary processes and decision making.

Part D. Elective studies

These are electives which will enable you to further your knowledge of accounting, or business more broadly, or to select units from across the University in which you are eligible to enrol.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

You must complete units as specified in Parts A, B, C and D (144 credit points), including 96 credit points of study in Parts A, B and C, and 48 credit points of elective studies in Part D.

In choosing your units, you must ensure that you complete no more than ten units (60 credit points) at Level 1 and at least six units (36 credit points) at Level 3, including four units (24 credit points) at Level 3 offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics.

Some majors and minors include the same units. Where this occurs, up to 12 credit points may be shared between:

two majors; or
a major and a minor.

Note: Units can only count toward one minor. They cannot be shared across multiple minors.

Part A. Core studies (18 credit points)

You must complete the following units:

ACF1100 Introduction to financial accounting
ECF1100 Microeconomics
ETF1100 Business statistics

Part B. Discipline studies (72 credit points)

You must complete 72 credit points, comprising:

the following units (66 credit points); and
6 credit points from the list of specified discipline units or consulting projects or international experiences or internships.

Notes:

If you complete a 12 credit point unit in this part, you can complete a maximum of 42 credit points in Part D. This may limit the number of elective units you can use to complete a major.

If you complete a 24 credit point unit in this part, you complete a maximum of 30 credit points in Part D. This may limit the number of elective units you can use to complete a major.

ACF2100 Financial accounting
ACF2200 Introduction to management accounting
ACF2400 Accounting information systems
ACF3100 Advanced financial accounting
ACF3200 Management accounting
ACF3600 Auditing and assurance
BFF2140 Business finance
BTF1010 Business law
BTF2000 Corporations law
BTX3931 Taxation law
ECF1200 Macroeconomics

Specified discipline unit (6 credit points)

ACX2900 Accounting for sustainability
ACX3150 Financial analysis and valuation
ACX3300 Predictive analytics in accounting
BTX3350 Business taxation
BTX3699 Insolvency and reconstruction
ETF2121 Data analysis in business

Consulting project

BEX3350 Consulting project
BEX3450 Consulting project (12 credit points)
BEX3306 Sustainability and climate project
BEX3312 Sustainability and climate project
BEX3606 Start-up and innovation project
BEX3612 Start-up and innovation project
BEX3351 Global collaboration projects
BEX3706 Sustainability collaboration project

International experience:

ACX3500 Accounting study tour

Internships

BEX3006 Industry placement
BEX3012 Industry placement (12 credit points)
BEX3024 Industry placement (24 credit points)
BEX3115 Tax clinic

Part C. Capstone studies (6 credit points)

You must complete the following unit.

ACX3900 Global issues in accounting

Part D. Elective studies (48 credit points)

You must complete 48 credit points of elective study. Electives can be chosen from:

Units not already completed in Part B above, provided you have met the relevant prerequisites;
Units offered by the Faculty of Business and Economics or units from across the University, which may be used to complete a major or minor from another course, provided you have met the relevant prerequisites and there are no enrolment restrictions.

Notes:

Enrolment in Faculty of Business and Economics units at campuses other than your campus of enrolment is subject to there being spare capacity after students from that campus have enrolled. You should also be aware of travel and timetabling limitations.

If you are in a double degree course, some units required for the other degree are credited as electives towards this Accounting degree.

Learning outcomes

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:

1
apply broad knowledge and technical skills in accounting, and related disciplines, including the use of digital technologies and techniques, to provide business solutions relevant to diverse stakeholders in dynamic business environments
2
evaluate accounting and business problems, including appropriate use of digital technology, to support strategic decision-making in diverse organisational contexts
3
communicate clearly, effectively and professionally in a business context with the ability to adapt to diverse contexts and audiences
4
apply research skills that enable the critical evaluation of business information and the analysis of data to support evidence-based decisions
5
exhibit effective collaboration in teams to address business challenges, and demonstrate leadership where appropriate
6
integrate global contexts in business analysis and decision-making
7
embed ethical considerations into decision-making processes to propose solutions that result in sustainable, fair and equitable outcomes for all stakeholders, including communities and the environment
8
embed equity, diversity and inclusion by incorporating differing perspectives, cultures, identities, skills, and/or abilities in business practices.

Entry requirements

Guaranteed ATAR and selection rank

71; International: UERT Year 12/Foundation Band 2+ (77.5-79.99); UERT Post-Secondary Band 2 (Credit)

Other applicants

All applicants must satisfy the equivalence of the VCE subject pre-requisites.

VET Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma graduates:

Applicants will require a minimum 60% average to be considered for selection. Preference will be given to applicants whose prior studies are related to the course. Programs that involve competency-based assessment without grades or marks will not be sufficient to meet admission requirements.

Monash College entry requirements:

Diploma of Business Part 2 average: 60%
Monash University Foundation Year average: 70%

Higher education studies:

Applicants will require a minimum 60% average to be considered for selection. Preference will be given to applicants whose prior studies are related to the course. A minimum of two single units must be completed in order to meet minimum admission requirements.

English language

Monash Level A, that is: IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no band lower than 6.0); or Pearson Test of English (Academic): score of 58 overall with no band lower than 50; or TOEFL Internet-based test: score of 79 overall with minimum scores: Writing: 21, Listening: 12, Reading: 13 and Speaking: 18; or Equivalent approved English test

Pathways

Monash College - Diploma of Business
Monash Transition Program

Articulation agreements:

Abu Dhabi University - 2.5+1.5 - Exp: 12/07/2025
Amity University (Noida campus) - 2+2, (1.5+1.5), (1+2) - Exp: 1/07/2025
Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU) - 2+2 - Exp: 19/05/2024 renewal in progress
Beijing Institute of Technology, Zhuhai (BITZH) - 2+2 - Exp: 19/05/2024 renewal in progress
Beijing Jiaotong University (BJTU) - 2+2 - *Approval in progress
Central South University (CSU) - 2+2 - Exp: 25/11/2025
Central University of Finance and Economics (CUFE) - 2+2 - Exp: 16/06/2024 renewal in progress
Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam (DAV) - 1+2 - Exp: 27/06/2027
Dongbei University of Finance and Economics (DUFE) - 2+2 - Exp: 11/11/2024
FPT Education Global - 2+2 - Exp: 2/06/2026
Guangdong University of Finance (GDUF) - 2+2 - Exp: 12/12/2024
Guangdong University of Technology (GDUT) - 2+2 - Exp: 16/04/2028
Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST) - 2.5+1.5 - Exp: 7/08/2026
Henan University - 2+2 - Exp: 17/04/2024 renewal in progress
Hunan University - 2+2 - Exp: 19/07/2026
International University, Vietnam National University (IU VNU HCMC) - 1.5+1.5 - Exp: 12/12/2026
Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) - 1.5+1.5 - Exp: 05/09/2028
Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) - 1.5+2 - Exp: 13/01/2027
Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE) - 1.5+2 - Exp: 30/09/2026
South China Agricultural University (SCAU) - 2+2 - Exp: 23/05/2027
Southwestern University of Finance and Economics (SWUFE) - 2+2 - Exp: 28/02/2027
University of Danang (DUE - UE) - 2+2 - Exp: 12/02/2028
University of Danang (DUE - VNUK) - 2+2 - Exp: 17/08/2025
University of Economics and Business, Vietnam National University (UEB-VNU) - 2+2 - Exp: 29/08/2028
University of Economics, International School of Business, Ho Chi Minh City (UEH-ISB) - (1.5+1.5) & (1+2) - Exp: 29/11/2027
Vidyalankar School of Information Technology (VSIT) - (1.5+2), (2+1.5), (2+2) - Exp: 31/01/2026
Xi'an International Studies University (XISU) - 2+2 - Exp: 30/05/2029
Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) - 2+2 - Exp: 30/06/2029
Zhengzhou University (ZZU) - 2+2 - Exp: 25/07/2026

More information

Progression to further studies

Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to the one year honours program Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (B3701). To be eligible to apply for entry into the Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) (B3701), you must have achieved a distinction grade average (70%) or above in 24 credit points at Level 3. In addition, some particular Level 3 units may need to be completed for admission to honours.

Professional accreditation

Subject to unit choice, this degree is accredited by relevant Australian professional bodies. Refer to the professional recognition webpage.

Notes for students

You can enrich your degree to hone your academic and professional skills with a range of Flagship Rich Educational Experiences (FREE), including the Research, Experimentation and Discovery, Monash Innovation Guarantee, Global Immersion Guarantee and Volunteering. These flagship rich educational experience units may be credited utilising your free electives if approved by the faculty. There are both 6 and 12 credit point unit options available.

For information on eligibility please see FREE.

Other information

The focus of this course is accounting practice. It is designed to provide graduates with high-level skills in the field of accounting. As a graduate you will be qualified to pursue a career in a wide variety of occupations.

The course allows you to focus your studies from the start, blending a conceptual theoretical framework with practical ‘real-world’ application. The course covers basic discipline material through to more specialised and advanced discipline applications.

Accounting involves classifying, verifying, recording, analysing, interpreting, and applying professional judgment to make strategic decisions about an organisation’s financial and non-financial situation. It informs and drives the budgetary process and ensures quality reporting through audit and assurance. As accounting requires the application of ethical reasoning, professional judgment and good governance principles, it plays a crucial role in business accountability.

The Bachelor of Accounting will equip you with the required skills and attributes needed for an engaging and successful career in accounting or related fields in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. The course will assist you in developing excellent conceptual knowledge and technical skills in financial accounting, management accounting, corporate finance, taxation, auditing, and financial analysis, as well as the required attributes to excel in the modern global business environment.

Common questions

How long is Bachelor of Accounting?

3 years full time, 144 credit points. At 24 credit points a semester, that is 6 semesters of full-time study.

What ATAR do I need for Bachelor of Accounting?

The guaranteed ATAR listed for 2027 entry is 71.

Where can I study Bachelor of Accounting?

At Caulfield.

How do I plan my Bachelor of Accounting units?

Open the course in the MonMap planner. It lays out your semesters, checks prerequisites as you drag units in, and tracks the credit points each requirement still needs.

Course details

Qualification: Bachelor Degree
AQF level: Level 7
Credit points: 144
Full time: 3 Years
Part time: 6 Years
Maximum time: 8 years

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics
CRICOS code: 097256G
Abbreviation: BAcc
Award title: Bachelor of Accounting
Handbook years: 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 20262027