Bachelor of Accounting/Bachelor of Business

About the course

This dual degree combines professionally accredited accounting with broad business studies to build strong commercial and financial capability. You will develop skills to interpret financial information, support decision-making and help organisations remain financially viable in a competitive environment. Study is available on campus or online and is designed to prepare you for diverse roles across business and accounting at bachelor level. The programme introduces accounting standards, taxation basics, and financial reporting for professional accreditation pathways.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across accounting, finance and wider business functions. Typical opportunities include professional accounting, auditing and assurance, taxation, banking, financial planning, forensic accounting, marketing, human resources and business management. The course can also support pathways into property-related work where relevant, providing a versatile foundation for careers in business and accounting at bachelor level. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit assistant, banking, and financial services entry roles.

Living Costs in Melbourne**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)