Accounting

Studying accounting at La Trobe University

Accounting has been called the language of business, and accountants indeed play a key role in organisational management and strategy. However, both the business and the professional community now look for students who combine both accounting and business skills.

Bachelor of Accounting

The Bachelor of Accounting at La Trobe allows students to cover all of the units required to fulfil the requirements of CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia. However, this flexible degree also allows students to select units from other relevant areas of business, finance and economics. This combination is possible in our school structure, where the objective is to produce graduates who are high quality graduates capable of making business decisions at the highest organisational level. During their course, students will acquire the specific knowledge and skills required to work in the accounting field. The unit areas covered include: financial accounting, management accounting, auditing, finance, business law, taxation, business communication and information systems.

Double degrees

A number of double degrees have been announced for 2009. These degrees allow you to combine a range of specialisations which will strengthen the scope and career opportunities of your final degree.

Career opportunities

Commerce students are among the most employable of all graduates. While many choose a career in the accounting profession, others are found in corporate settings. A large proportion of Australian company directors and managers have graduated with accounting qualifications.

Course information - single degree

Course information - double degrees

How to apply

Local students apply to this course through VTAC. Mid-Year Entry is by direct application to the Faculty of Law and Management.

Information for international students

The following section helps assist international applicants in locating the course information and required application procedures.

International student course information

Double degrees

International student application information

International students should visit our international students' page for conditions of entry, eligibility and fee information.