Accounting is often referred to as the language of business. Understanding this language means accountants hold the privileged position of being key contributors to a business' success. Armed with such skills, accountants can apply their knowledge in a number of dynamic industries. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills that professional accountants need in order to succeed in an increasingly dynamic and global accounting environment, and will help you meet the requirements for professional accreditation in accounting. You will be challenged with case studies, real business problems and group projects. Overview Qualified professional accountants are critical to the success of all businesses and organisations, and this specialisation will provide you with the specialised knowledge and skills required for a career in the accounting profession. It will enable you to obtain a university qualification that satisfies the accreditation requirements to commence the professional papers offered by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). In addition, you will complete advanced units in financial accounting, management control systems, information systems, business ethics and taxation to prepare you for a wide range of accounting roles. KEY FEATURES This specialisation will enable you to qualify for membership with a professional accounting association including CPA Australia, CAANZ and the ACCA program and commence their professional papers. Many of your teachers have first-hand experience with the CPA and CA Programs: a number of the teaching staff also act as consultants to Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and CPA Australia. You'll have opportunities to engage with the business community many of whom contribute to the course's learning materials. The course has a strong focus on communicative competence as well as technical skills. You'll have opportunities to develop your research skills while undertaking a research project as well as a capstone unit. This course is available on campus during the day or evening, online, or through a combination of both, which means you can continue to work full-time while studying. If you hold a bachelor degree in any field (other than a bachelor with an accounting major), you'll find this course ideal if you wish to earn a widely recognised and reputable postgraduate qualification in accounting. Career Opportunities PROFESSIONS There are a diverse range of areas that fall under the accounting banner including: Accounting Taxation Consulting Banking & Finance Government Stockbroking Risk Management Auditing Business Analytics Forensic Accounting Superannuation Insurance EMPLOYERS Potential employers include: Accounting and Consulting Firms Financial Institutions Government Departments Superannuation and Insurance Firms