Course Overview

About This Course

The Bachelor of Accounting is a three-year full-time (or part-time equivalent) qualification designed to enable students to acquire a broad and coherent knowledge of the key theories and practices that underpin the accounting profession as it operates in dynamic business contexts. CIHE Australia’s Bachelor of Accounting is professionally accredited by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ), and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). Completion of an accredited course does not automatically confer membership of, or a professional designation from, an accounting body. Students should consult the relevant professional body for current membership, professional program, and other eligibility requirements.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

116 Pacific Highway, North Sydney, NSW 2060

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

To satisfy the general entrance requirements for admission to the course, applicants must meet at least one of the following entry requirements: DOMESTIC APPLICANTS: Successful completion of Year 12 and an ATAR score of 50 or above; or Successful completion of an equivalent secondary qualification either interstate or overseas (in English or see below); or Satisfactory completion of an accredited Tertiary Preparation Program or a Foundation Year Program offered by an Australian university that would enable students to gain entry to an Australian university; or Satisfactory completion of one year of accredited full-time study at a registered institute of tertiary education at AQF level 4 or above; or Admission to candidature for an undergraduate degree at an Australian University. INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS: Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate competency in the English language. English proficiency can be demonstrated by providing proof of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) overall test result of 6.0 (no band lower than 5.5) or equivalent English language test such as TOEFL or PTE. Other acceptable evidence of English proficiency includes: Completion of secondary education/undergraduate degree via the medium of English; or Successful completion of Year 12 secondary schooling in Australia (minimum of 1 school year to be completed in Australia within the last 2 years); or Successful completion of an Australian qualification recognised as at least AQF Certificate IV (minimum period of study of 1 school year within the last 2 years); or Successful completion of a Tertiary Studies Foundation Program (minimum period of study of 1 school year). International students who do not meet the specified English proficiency requirements may undertake an ELICOS (English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students) program prior to undertaking the course. In addition, all students (domestic and international) must be 18 years of age or over at the time that they commence the course for which they have applied.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

A graduate of CIHE Australia will possess comprehensive knowledge in their discipline area and be able to apply that knowledge effectively in the workplace. They will be able to identify problems and work pro-actively and creatively to develop solutions and to generate, analyse and interpret different types of information to inform and support decision-making processes. They will be able to think logically and critically to analyse and solve problems; be independent thinkers; engage with others proactively and collaboratively for continued personal and professional development; and act ethically and with an awareness of cultural diversity. They will also be able to communicate effectively to level required at the professional level.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

CPA / CA ANZ / IPA

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units35 units

BUS101

Business Communication

BUS112

Management Principles and Operations

ACC101

Accounting Practice

ENT111

Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Innovation

BUS103

Accounting for Decision Making

BUS105

Economics

BUS107

Business Ethics

BUS104

Statistics for Business

ACC201

Accounting Information Systems

ACC202

Financial Accounting

ACC203

Corporate Finance

LAW101

Commercial Law

ACC204

Management Accounting

LAW202

Taxation Law

LAW201

Corporate Law

ELECTIVE

Choose one elective

BUS301

The Digital Economy

BUS304

Leadership and Change Management

ACC302

Auditing

ACC303

Advanced Financial Accounting

BUS303

International Business

BUS206

Managing People and Culture

BUS202

Business Planning

BUS203

Small Business Management

BUS205

Agile Project Management

ENT102

Creativity and Innovation for Business

ENT103

Entrepreneurial Marketing

ENT201

Practices of Entrepreneurship

ENT202

Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation

ICT101

Introduction to Information Technology

ACC304

Advanced Management Accounting

BUS307

Work-Integrated Learning (Internship)

ENT304

Integrated Marketing Communications

ENT307

Services Marketing

ENT308

Intellectual Property and Commercialisation

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the total estimated cost of the Bachelor of Accounting at CIHE Australia?

The estimated total course cost is AU$54,750, which comprises a tuition fee of AU$54,000 and a non-tuition fee of AU$750.

How long does the Bachelor of Accounting take to complete?

The Bachelor of Accounting at Crown Institute of Higher Education has a duration of 156 weeks.

Where can I study the Bachelor of Accounting offered by CIHE Australia?

The course is available at six campus locations: Gungahlin and Belconnen in the ACT, Mitchell ACT, and North Sydney (two campuses) and Sydney CBD in New South Wales.

Is the Bachelor of Accounting eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights?

No. Although the course meets several criteria (it is a registered bachelor degree of 156 weeks duration), it falls under the broad Field of Education 08 - Management and Commerce, which explicitly disqualifies it from extended Post-Study Work Rights eligibility.

What is the CRICOS course code for the Bachelor of Accounting at Crown Institute of Higher Education?

The CRICOS course code for the Bachelor of Accounting at Crown Institute of Higher Education Pty Ltd is 099311M, and the provider's CRICOS code is 03744B.

Application

How to Apply

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantAssistant AccountantFinancial AnalystTax AccountantAuditor

Key Skills

Financial statement preparation and analysisManagement accounting and cost analysisCorporate and personal taxation under Australian lawAuditing and assurance proceduresFinancial modelling and forecasting

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