This plan is for a single Major in Accounting.

Accounting is concerned with the provision of information for the management of economic resources and activities by means of measurement, communication and interpretation of financial data; with the development of information systems; and with the financial accountability and management of business and public enterprises. By economic resources, we mean both tangible and intangible resources. Accounting information is increasingly used to manage intangible resources such as an organisations knowledge base, its supplier/customer relationships, its brands etc.

Accounting concepts lie at the head of economic exchange, whether conducted in physical or electronic markets. It enables students to comprehend many of the fundamental principles, processes and outcomes of business, thereby equipping students for a wide range of careers in businesses (from chartered accounting, management consulting, provision of financial services to general management). Students of Accounting end up not just as accountants but as entrepreneurs, entertainment promoters, treasurers, chief financial officers, etc.

The School of Accounting at UNSW is internationally renowned for its innovative and high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Our teachers have won national teaching awards as well as Vice-Chancellor Teaching Awards. Classes involve students in an interactive and thought-provoking learning environment. We also increasingly use the Web as a learning tool and our courses are constantly revised to meet new challenges in a globalised and digitised world. We expose our students to E-business, encourage them to understand the links between business strategy and processes, offer advanced courses in assurance and business risk, and help them appreciate global influences on financial reporting and management.

Students wishing to undertake a single Major in Accounting should select 48 units of credit from the following, of which no more than 12 units may be Level 1 courses:

Honours level study is also available in Accounting.

Students interested in studying at Honours Level should refer to the Honours plan record for entry requirements.

CPA Australia
CPA Australia has accepted this University as an approved tertiary institution for the purpose of its membership qualifications. Associate membership of this association requires an accredited undergraduate degree with a major in accounting. Students who commence recognised programs after 1st January 2003 are no longer required to pass acceptable examinations in auditing, and Australian income taxation. However students must pass acceptable examinations in Australian business law or pass a coherent group or sequence of courses in one of the following disciplines:

Students seeking professional recognition are advised to confirm membership requirements with CPA Australia.

http://www.cpaonline.com.au/cps/rde/xchg

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia
Graduates who have completed the Bachelor of Commerce degree program are eligible under the Institute’s new admission requirements to enter the ‘CA Program' leading to membership. The specific courses to be included have been reduced by the Institute to the following 6 core areas.

Students are advised to contact the Institute in writing for current requirements
http://www.icaa.org.au/