MDDU-ACENG v.1 Accounting Double Degree Major (BEng/BCom)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
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.
Professional Recognition
This major is accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA), and graduates are eligible to apply for associate membership of both professional bodies. Graduates are eligible to enter into the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA) program. To meet the requirements of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAA), students must complete two additional units, TAXA2000 Introduction to Australian Tax Law and ACCT3000 Auditing.
Major/Minor/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply principles of accounting, economics, information systems, statistic, law and behavioural science as they relate to reporting business activity
2. critically analyse issues in collection, recording and reporting of economic activity; develop accounting information systems giving cost effective decision useful information
3. locate, extract and critically appraise decision useful information related to economic activity from sources within an organisation and from external sources
4. relate the significance of commercial events and issues to the business and investing community using effectively structured financial communication and appropriate language
5. use electronic resources to effectively interrogate databases, analyse data, collect information and communicate
6. take responsibility for self-directed learning and the development of a career long attitude of continuing professional development
7. recognise the global nature of accounting by applying international financial reporting standards and appreciate the information requirements of a global financial system
8. demonstrate an understanding that cultural practices and differences impact commercial practices and interpersonal relations
9. 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
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| ACCT1000 | v.1 | Introduction to Accounting | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| BLAW1004 | v.1 | Business Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| MGMT1000 | v.1 | Fundamentals of Management | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ECON1000 | v.1 | Introductory Economics | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| MKTG1000 | v.1 | Discovering Marketing | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ACCT2002 | v.1 | Management Accounting | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| FNCE2000 | v.1 | Introduction to Finance Principles | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| BLAW2006 | v.1 | Company Law for Business | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| BLAW2013 | v.1 | Business and Company Law | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| ACCT2005 | v.1 | Financial Accounting | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 5 Semester 1 | |||||
| ACCT2000 | v.1 | Accounting Systems | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 5 Semester 2 | |||||
| ACCT2006 | v.1 | Corporate Accounting | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 6 Semester 1 | |||||
| ACCT3001 | v.1 | Management Control Systems | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| ACCT3004 | v.1 | Accounting Theory and Analysis | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| MKTG3000 | v.1 | Business Capstone | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 75.0 | |||||
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