Bachelor of Business / Commerce (Accounting)

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of the Sunshine Coast

Program Overview

If you’re curious about how businesses thrive and want to turn numbers into insight, this double degree is for you. You’ll gain hands-on accounting expertise while exploring broader business strategies, learning how to manage finances, solve real-world problems, and make decisions that shape organisations.

Curriculum Structure:
Year 1: You’ll start by building a solid foundation across business and commerce. Courses like Accounting Principles, Economics for Business, and Marketing Essentials introduce you to financial systems, business thinking, and how organisations operate, giving you a taste of the skills you’ll develop.

Year 2: Here, you dig deeper into accounting and finance while understanding legal and organisational frameworks. Through units like Financial Accounting, Business Finance, and Law of Business Associations, you’ll learn to interpret financial information, understand corporate structures, and analyse business decisions critically.

Year 3: This year is all about professional practice and advanced problem-solving. You’ll explore Management Accounting, Auditing and Professional Practice, and Contemporary Accounting Issues, while also engaging in practical experiences through either a work-integrated learning project or placement, preparing you for real-world challenges.

Year 4: You’ll complete your business major, tailoring your studies to your interests—whether that’s marketing, human resources, or management. Alongside final accounting capstones, courses like Business, Governance and Society help you apply your knowledge ethically and strategically, readying you to enter the workforce with confidence.

Focus Areas: Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Marketing, Human Resources, Law, Economics, Professional Practice
Learning Outcomes: Analyze financial information, make informed business decisions, apply ethical reasoning, solve complex problems, and lead with confidence
Professional Alignment (Accreditation): The accounting component is fully accredited by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand, and the Institute of Public Accountants, so you graduate ready for professional membership.
Reputation (Employability Rankings): UniSC enjoys strong recognition for business education, with AACSB accreditation highlighting its international standing and graduates’ employability in competitive markets.

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

If you want to turn business theory into real-world impact, the Bachelor of Business / Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) at UniSC is designed to do just that. This program doesn’t just teach you accounting principles and business management — it immerses you in practical experiences that prepare you for the workplace from day one. You’ll develop the skills to manage complex financial information, solve real business problems, and make informed decisions through hands-on projects and placements. By the time you graduate, you’ll have both the knowledge and the confidence to step straight into professional roles.

Your practical learning experiences include:

Work Integrated Learning Project, where you tackle real business challenges in a guided project environment
Work Integrated Learning Placement, giving you direct industry experience and professional exposure
“World of Work: Your Pathway to Employment” course, focused on career readiness and professional skills
Access to specialist accounting courses accredited by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand, and the Institute of Public Accountants, ensuring your learning meets professional standards
Opportunities to apply accounting, finance, and business law knowledge in practical, scenario-based assessments and case studies

Progression & Future Opportunities

Graduates from this double degree leave UniSC ready to step confidently into the world of business and accounting. You’ll have the skills to manage complex financial information, think critically about business challenges, and apply ethical, professional judgement. Typical roles our graduates take on include management accountant, auditor, taxation consultant, and financial administrator.

Here’s what this means for you:

UniSC employability support: You’ll benefit from dedicated services like the World of Work: Your Pathway to Employment course, industry projects, and placements that connect you directly with businesses.
Professional recognition and accreditation: The Accounting major is fully accredited by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand, and the Institute of Public Accountants, qualifying you for associate membership.
University–industry connections: Engage with real-world projects and placements that leverage UniSC’s strong industry links, giving you practical experience before you graduate.
Graduate outcomes: Many graduates secure roles in banking, consultancy, corporate management, or taxation, equipped with globally recognized qualifications and skills.

Further Academic Progression:
After completing this double degree, you could choose to deepen your expertise with a Master of Professional Accounting or explore specialized business fields through postgraduate study at UniSC. These pathways allow you to build advanced accounting knowledge, leadership capabilities, or even pivot into finance, marketing, or management research, keeping your career options open and flexible.