UndergraduateBusiness
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours)
University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs, QLD, Australia
About this program
Learn advanced skills in problem solving, critical analysis and communication, areas of expertise that are highly sought after by employers in consultancy, industry, government and academia. This is an opportunity to join our rich and diverse student research community to gain a deeper knowledge and understanding of issues facing the commercial world. At the end of your honours program, you could continue your research with further postgraduate study or a higher research degree.
In this program you will:
- Develop advanced skills in theoretical inquiry, empirical analysis, and communication
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
14 terms of coursework
- Program structure
- The Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) structure is as follows:
- - a 48-unit coursework component (consisting of four 12-unit courses)
- and
- - a 48-unit thesis component
Students are required to complete a literature review and detailed methodology by the end of the first trimester for full-time students. Where part-time study has been approved in consultation with the Program Coordinator the literature review and detailed methodology is required to be completed by the end of the second trimester
- Coursework component (4) 48 units
- BUS512Introduction to Research Concepts and Design
- BUS513The Literature Review
- BUS514Qualitative Research Methods
- BUS515Applied Quantitative Research Methods
- Thesis component 48 units
- HNB402F Thesis
- The nature and topic of the thesis is determined by the student's interests
- the interests of potential supervisors and the availability of appropriate supervision
- Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus
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)
Company SecretaryANZSCO 221211
On STSOL and CSOL, supporting the 190, 491, and the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
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 • Students must have completed a Bachelor of Commerce or Bachelor of Business, from a recognised higher education institution, with a major in accounting, finance or financial planning. • Potential applicants should have sustained a minimum GPA of 5.0 over the final two years of their undergraduate degree. • A high level of achievement in the intended area of study must be demonstrated. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Importantly, enrolment is contingent upon the School’s capacity to provide appropriate supervision in the intended field of research Additional entry information Applicants from a non-English speaking background should refer to the English language requirements for further information. Recommended prior study General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths Inherent academic requirements Prospective students must consider the Inherent Academic Requirements before applying to study this program. Refer to Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) and Master of Professional Accounting - Inherent Academic Requirements
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