Accounting Double Degree Major (BEng/BCom)

This double degree major is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of, and competency in, accounting and associated fields of, business law and financial management and to equip students for a professional accounting career in commerce, industry, government or public practice.

• apply principles of accounting, economics, information systems, statistic, law and behavioural science as they relate to reporting business activity
• critically analyse issues in collection, recording and reporting of economic activity; develop accounting information systems giving cost effective decision useful information
• locate, extract and critically appraise decision useful information related to economic activity from sources within an organisation and from external sources
• relate the significance of commercial events and issues to the business and investing community using effectively structured financial communication and appropriate language
• use electronic resources to effectively interrogate databases, analyse data, collect information and communicate
• take responsibility for self-directed learning and the development of a career long attitude of continuing professional development
• recognise the global nature of accounting by applying international financial reporting standards and appreciate the information requirements of a global financial system
• demonstrate an understanding that cultural practices and differences impact commercial practices and interpersonal relations
• apply an ethical approach to analysing and reporting commercial activities, advising clients, demonstrate leadership and the ability to delegate tasks to ensure timely outcomes; work independently to achieve agreed outcomes