School of Accounting, Economics and Finance
Faculty of Business and Law
Accountants are information specialists and major decision-makers in a wide range of organisations. Opportunities for graduates exist for a rewarding career in professional practice, industry and commerce, public administration, local government and financial services; specific areas include the media, entertainment, sports promotion, industry policy and travel management.
Deakin's commitment to industry relevance enhances the value of the degree and more thoroughly equips students with appropriate analytical and communication skills for the work place. Opportunities for graduates exist for a rewarding career in professional practice, industry and commerce, public administration, local government and financial service. Typically, accountants are self employed, work in accounting firms - large and small, financial institutions, manufacturing businesses and in government among others. The opportunities for graduates with an accounting discipline are numerous and much in demand.
By choosing the appropriate units in an accredited course students are eligible to apply for admission to the CA program of the Institute of Chartered Accountants the CPA program of CPA Australia and the National Institute of Accountants. Eligibility may also depend on work place experience and students are advised to consult the professional body. For a list of specific units required visit the Faculty professional recognition page.
Students are advised to consult with one of the Faculty's course advisers to identify the appropriate units in the professional accounting sequence as required by each professional body.
