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Bachelor of Commerce - Professional Accounting
Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
This accounting degree equips students with the knowledge and skills to pursue a professional career in accounting, building a foundation in core accounting principles alongside business capabilities in information technology, blockchain and data analytics, economics, commercial law, taxation, forensics and financial management. The program is accredited by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, the Institute of Public Accountants, and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, preparing graduates for professional recognition and global industry standards. This is a Macquarie University (Sydney) course. This award is part of Macquarie's Bachelor of Professional Accounting course family, listed and administered together with the Bachelor of Professional Accounting on the university's official course page.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Full time: 3 years. See the official Macquarie course page for the full unit-by-unit structure
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Accountant (General)ANZSCO 221111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs an accredited accounting degree and a positive assessment from CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or the IPA.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Taxation AccountantANZSCO 221113
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Management AccountantANZSCO 221112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
External AuditorANZSCO 221213
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Internal AuditorANZSCO 221214
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Entry requirements follow Macquarie University's standard academic entry criteria for this degree level; see the official course page for the current selection rank / GPA threshold.
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