Accounting Specialisation - Bachelor of Business (Honours)
Accounting
A course by
AUT
A one-year postgraduate honours programme for business graduates to develop research skills and advanced knowledge in accounting, covering financial reporting, management accounting, sustainability accounting, and more. Industry-recognized and accredited by leading professional accounting bodies.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 1 year
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Advanced research skills
Develop competencies in qualitative and quantitative research design, analysis and execution within the accounting field.
Specialised accounting knowledge
Demonstrate deep understanding of contemporary issues in financial and management accounting, including sustainability and reporting.
Critical evaluation
Analyse and critically evaluate complex accounting problems, practices, and their implications in organisational and societal contexts.
What You're Signing Up For
Through the Accounting specialisation in the Bachelor of Business (Honours) at AUT, you will deepen your expertise in the discipline by developing advanced research and analytical skills. The programme focuses on issues in financial and management accounting, disclosure, sustainability accounting, and the use of accounting information in decision making. You will work alongside internationally-recognised academics and undertake a substantial research dissertation. The programme is accredited by ACCA, CA ANZ, CPA Australia, and CIMA, offering excellent preparation for professional careers or further academic study.
Course Content
- Issues in Financial Reporting
- Issues in Management Accounting
- Qualitative Research Design and Analysis
- Quantitative Research Design and Analysis
- Accounting dissertation
- Disclosure of information in accounting
- Sustainability accounting
What you need to know first
Bachelor of Business or equivalent qualification in business or commerce
Strong academic record (B- average or higher)
Approved research proposal and available supervision for dissertation
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Accounting
Auditing
Finance
Business Consulting
Future employment opportunities might be
Chartered Accountant
Management Accountant
Auditor
Financial Analyst
Corporate Advisor
Academic/Researcher (with further study)
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