Bachelor of Accounting

Accountants are well-known for their problem-solving and number skills. They’re pivotal to the success of any business, and it’s a job that’s always in high demand. Help organisations make better business decisions As an accountant, you’ll be responsible for maintaining and analysing financial records to ensure tax and reporting requirements are met. You’ll also provide the data and advice companies need to minimise costs, boost revenue and increase profits. Because accountancy can be broad and full of variety, the Bachelor of Accounting will prepare you to work in a variety of roles in diverse organisations. You’ll gain a deep understanding of accounting and finance principles and the dynamic local and international business environment. You’ll also learn to apply your technical know-how and skills in many cultural contexts and business settings. Work towards becoming a Chartered Accountant When you graduate, you can apply for provisional membership with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and Chartered Practising Accountant Australia (CPA). You’ll be ready to work in various industries and organisations at both operational and strategic levels. This degree prepares you to meet all academic requirements for CA ANZ and CPA’s professional pathways. After completing a set amount of work experience, you can register as a Chartered Accountant. Memberships benefits include: Lots of career progression opportunities You’ll be able to find employment in almost any industry, one of the many perks of working as an accountant. You could work in the not-for-profit sector, for a government agency, join a start-up or a large accounting firm – or, with some experience, start your own firm. You may work as part of a team or independently, with executives and managers, or work towards running a finance team yourself. To find out more about accounting careers:

You must have completed at least one of the following: NCEA entry requirements; NCEA Level 3, including 14 credits in 3 different approved subjects NCEA Level 2 including 10 literacy credits, 5 credits in reading, and 5 credits in writing NCEA Level 1: 10 credits in Mathematics or an equivalent qualification Completion of an approved qualification at Level 4 or above with a relevant pathway. And meet one of the English entry requirements; University Entrance Literacy: 8 credits at Level 2 or above in English or Māori (4 in Reading, 4 in Writing); or Evidence of English language proficiency as outlined in the NZQA Rules on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students Web-page . Don’t meet these Academic requirements? If you don’t meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify. Simply apply online , and we’ll discuss your next steps. If you don’t meet the above criteria, special or discretionary admission may apply ; your eligibility will be determined at the interview.