Commerce (Accounting) and
Finance
» Applied Finance » Commerce » Double Degrees
2011 Experience. The Difference.
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Why study commerce and finance at UniSA?
»UniSA’s School of Commerce now offers the Commerce Work Practicum scheme: a
non-paid 150-hour project supervised by both a UniSA Academic Supervisor and a
host organisation
»UniSA’s School of Commerce is one of the largest leading providers of accounting
and finance education in Australia and Asia
»UniSA’s School of Commerce offers the most flexible delivery options in South
Australia: internal and external full-time or part-time and transnational
»Our programs are recognised by the principle professional bodies in both
accounting and finance fields.
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Experience.
Commerce (Accounting) and Finance
Commerce at UniSA allows Due to the continuing, high The Division of Business 2
students to master accounting, demand for accountants and Career Development 4
the language of business. The finance specialists, UniSA’s Bachelor of Applied Finance 6
Applied Finance program is Commerce and Finance Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) 8
the longest established finance programs can lead to a range
program in the state, providing of interesting and challenging Double Degrees
suitably qualified finance career paths, both locally Bachelor of Commerce,
professionals for over 25 years and globally. In many cases, Bachelor of Applied Finance 10
successful UniSA Commerce and
Students will be able to analyse Finance students are offered Entry Requirements 12
and plan financial matters for employment before completing
organisations from a range of their degree. According to the
sectors. They will also learn Graduate Careers Council of
the skills that enable them to Australia, over 80 per cent of
manage and provide the essential UniSA Accounting and Finance
information that businesses need graduates find full-time work
to make successful financial after completing their studies.
and management decisions.
The programs provide strong UniSA Commerce and Finance
links to industry, the accounting graduates satisfy the academic
and finance profession and requirements stipulated for
their professional organisations, entry into relevant professional
which keeps the programs accounting and finance
fresh, relevant, recognised bodies and are equipped for
and respected. These links life-long learning to further
prepare students for a vibrant, enhance their skills.
challenging career path.
For the most up-to-date and detailed information visit unisanet.unisa.edu.au/programs and enter the four-letter UniSA program code.
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The Division of Business
The Division of Business offers the full range of undergraduate, postgraduate
and research degrees within the business and management disciplines.
Our undergraduate programs are offered through the Schools of Commerce,
Management, Marketing and Law.
EQUIS Accreditation Links to Industry These courses are designed Some of our most popular
The Division of Business is Many of our programs are to give our graduates a double degrees are featured
accredited by the European professionally and internationally solid foundation of business in our brochures, but students
Quality Improvement System recognised, and we involve knowledge that is essential are welcome to discuss other
(EQUIS). EQUIS is operated by industry representatives in for every profession. The core double degree options with
the European Foundation for curriculum development. structure also provides a high our Program Directors.
Management Development, Project-based courses, work degree of flexibility for our
recognised globally as an placements, and student students, giving them a taste A complete list of our double
accreditation body of quality exchange programs provide of the different disciplines degrees is available at unisa.edu.
in management education. students with practical experience early in their degree; if they au/business/degrees/double
Accreditation is awarded to and an international outlook. find an area they particularly
business schools only after a This means that when our enjoy, they may choose to The benefits of a double
rigorous assessment by a panel students graduate, they will be transfer between programs degree include:
of international academics and equipped with the professional to focus on this speciality.
business representatives. skills and critical knowledge » Students decide what
that industry demands. The core also supports our combination of degrees
EQUIS accredited institutions students’ decisions to pursue they want to study from a
must demonstrate high Students also benefit from the combinations of business selection of Division of Business
quality in all of their activities, knowledge and experience of undergraduate programs degrees. There are over 100
including academic programs our academic staff, many of as a double degree. possible combinations.
and research, resources and whom are actively involved
student services, and connections in research and have direct Business double degrees » Students can select two
with the corporate world. links with industry and the Double degrees broaden areas of interest to study,
professions. We incorporate the students’ learning experience and increasing their learning
EQUIS also places importance on latest research findings into our maximise their employability. The experience and skills base.
diversity and internationalisation. teaching, ensuring our students Division of Business offers over
are engaged with curriculum 100 double degree combinations, » Graduates receive two
that is current and relevant. enabling students to tailor their parchments – one
double degree to suit their for each degree.
Business core courses academic and career interests.
Most of our programs include Double degrees allow students to » For most double degrees
a common ‘core’ of courses, obtain two separate qualifications students only need to study
which are typically studied in the in four years, ensuring that our for a minimum four years
first year. There are eight core graduates really stand out from full-time (or the equivalent
courses covering key business the crowd in an increasingly part-time) to get two degrees.
and management disciplines such competitive job market. Students
as accounting, communication can choose any two degrees » Graduates have better career
and information systems, within the Division of Business, prospects, as employers
economics, law, marketing, as long as they meet the entry are increasingly looking for
statistics and management. requirements for each degree. multi-skilled employees.
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Honours At the core of Honours is an
On successful completion of independent research project
an undergraduate degree in conducted in an academic
business, a high-achieving area of research interest,
student has the opportunity and is presented as a thesis.
to undertake an Honours Students are supervised by an
degree. Honours is a prestigious academic qualified in the area.
qualification, which is recognised
worldwide. It provides a real For more information, please visit:
point of distinction from other unisa.edu.au/businesshonours
graduates when applying for
jobs, and it is the best way to Students who complete the
start a research career. The program with a Credit or higher
qualification represents elite grade point average may apply
academic performance, and to undertake Honours. For
a high level of professional more information, please visit:
and academic development. unisa.edu.au/businesshonours
An Honours degree provides Scholarships
an advanced year of study UniSA offers a range of
in business, management, scholarships designed to help
commerce, or marketing, and fund the costs of tertiary
enables the development of education. Our scholarships
research competencies. By offer financial assistance and,
undertaking an independent in many instances, valuable
research project in the work experience opportunities.
Honours program, students For more information please
develop the skills to identify, visit: unisa.edu.au/scholarship/
analyse and address relevant undergraduate/ug_bue.asp
topics in business.
Paying for your study
An Honours graduate has an To find out more about how
advantage in employment you can defer your HECS-
over a graduate with only HELP, student contribution or
an undergraduate degree to see if you are entitled to a
and is also prepared to commonwealth supported place
undertake postgraduate at UniSA, please visit:
research (eg scholarships a unisa.edu.au/future/fees/fees.asp
PhD, Masters by Research).
The Honours program is one
year full-time (or part-time
equivalent), and is undertaken
internally. Students complete
coursework components and
work with their supervisor to
prepare and submit a thesis.
unisa.edu.au/business
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Career Development
Student Career Development Career Development Tool MyCareerPlan Student Exchange
in the Division of Business This tool gives UniSA students MyCareerPlan is UniSA’s online Gain a competitive advantage
UniSA’s Division of Business step by step guidance to make database of employment by going on an overseas
has a website dedicated to the most of their degree. opportunities, vacation exchange. Develop an
increase student’s awareness Graduate with a degree - and internships and work experience international perspective, cultural
of the importance of career also a degree of experience, events and the Work Placement awareness and broaden your
planning and the opportunities a wallet full of contacts Scheme. Customise your own career opportunities. Scholarships
provided by UniSA. and a plan to succeed. account, save your searches are available.
and build your resume. unisa.edu.au/exchange
Students have exclusive access to Work Placement Scheme mycareerplan.unisa.edu.au
business graduates now working The Work Placement Scheme Graduate Qualities
in industry. They share their offers support to students who Events Graduate Qualities are
own career advice and insight wish to undertake placements UniSA’s Career Services personal attributes which are
into real life work experience. in addition to their coursework. coordinate a range of events to developed during your study.
Placements are project-based connect students with industry. These qualities will distinguish
The website (unisa.edu. and flexible to allow you to These include: the Careers and you from other graduates.
au/business/scd) coordinate study, work and Employment Expo in March/ unisa.edu.au/gradquals
also links students to: life commitments. you receive April, Work Experience Fair
• Career Development Tool support, insurance and a mid-year and the International Specific Student Groups
• MyCareerPlan certificate upon successful Careers Day held twice each • Disability
• Work experience opportunities completion of your placement. year. Other smaller events in • External Students
• Graduate career information unisa.edu.au/careers/students/ your study area are also offered • Indigenous
• Career Adviser appointments workplacementscheme.asp to connect you with employers, • International
• Alumni profiles work experience and career • Mature Age
development opportunities. • Research
unisa.edu.au/careers/cdt/ • Rural
connect/eventscalendar.asp • Women in Non-
Traditional Careers
Workshops
From first to final year there More information regarding
are workshops on how to plan Career Development for Specific
your study for career success, Student Groups: unisa.edu.au/
preparing for placements and careers/cdt/choices/groups.asp
work experience, communication
in the business world and
Smarter preparing for graduate
Choices applications and the selection
process. Check out the schedule
online. unisa.edu.au/careers/
cdt/connect/workshops.asp
Get Take
Connected Action
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Global Experience
A giant step towards gaining
international competence
is offered through UniSA’s
Global Experience program.
you will learn to value cultural
differences, communicate easily
across cultures and develop a
range of skills and knowledge
required to live in an increasingly
connected and diverse global
community. UniSA is one of
the few Australian universities
to offer such a program and
participants gain valuable
experience through a variety of
extracurricular activities. These
activities can include expanding
your global knowledge through
workshops, volunteering,
language studies, mentoring and
participating in an international ‘Global Experience has ‘I never would have got ‘My Global Experience
exchange. you can also develop given me opportunities this job if I hadn’t done journey has been full of
essential skills for your career,
to meet people with the [Global Experience] challenging, exciting,
including career management,
similar goals, work in and course and program.’ tough, and rewarding
networking and intercultural
communication, through the
outside of my field of experiences. Activities
course Global Experience study as well as develop Briony James, Bachelor of such as the theory,
Professional Development (BUSS myself personally and Management (Human Resource Santos Ltd professional
1056), which may be counted professionally.’ Management) speakers, in-class
towards your UniSA degree. workshops, assignments
Jennifer Lee, Business Double and self-directed activities
For more information about Degree (Human Resource have all been coordinated
developing your studies through Management & Marketing) to give me the complete
involvement with the Global package, with a global
Experience Program visit focus.’
unisa.edu.au/globalexperience/
Adam Tarca, Bachelor of
Business (Management of
Information Technology) and
Bachelor of Commerce
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Bachelor of Applied Finance
Open Day 2010 and specific skills necessary as well as broaden, their skills
City West Campus: Sunday 15 August, 70 North Terrace, Adelaide to make informed financial developed in the Finance major.
unisa.edu.au/openday and management decisions.
The program includes both What does it take?
Career Information Session 2010 the general areas of personal As financial and managerial
City West Campus: Wednesday 22 September at 5.00pm, and business finance, as well decisions are being made in a
as specialist areas that can be dynamic environment, students
Business Degrees Information Session further developed with electives will need the ability to think
City West Campus: Wednesday 1 December at 5.00pm, available across a number of logically and clearly. An interest
unisa.edu.au/infosessions (registration essential) business and allied areas. in analysing, interpreting
and reporting quantitative
The Applied Finance program is information is essential, together
the longest established finance with good verbal and written
SATAC code 424051 program in the state, providing communication and interpersonal
UniSA program code DBBF suitably qualified finance skills. The ability to take on
CRICOS code professionals for over 25 years. leadership responsibilities is also
(international students only) 024191A Links with industry have allowed important for this program, as
TER (February 2010 cut-off) 71.35 this program to be continually students are encouraged to
Program length 3 years modified and updated to form small groups as a basis for
Prerequisites None ensure it meets its objectives of completing, submitting and/or
Assumed knowledge knowledge of Mathematical providing well informed and well presenting various assessment
Studies and Specialist Maths equipped graduates who are requirements for courses within
at SACE Stage 2 is generally able to perform in a challenging, the Applied Finance major.
assumed. Nevertheless, students dynamic and rewarding industry. Successful completion of this
are counselled on entry and program requires a dedicated,
where appropriate may be What will I study? focused and driven approach
advised to undertake a The program requires students to study, with efficient and
bridging program. to complete an Applied effective organisational skills
Home campus City West Finance major together with being a critical component of this
Accepts Special Entry (STAT) yes a core of business courses in success. Such positive qualities
External study available yes complementary areas including are valuable to prospective
Part-time study available yes accounting, economics, employers, and are key skills for
TAFE credit available yes information systems, law and successful business graduates.
Honours study available yes management. Specialist finance
Program fees Commonwealth supported skills are developed in the Who will employ me?
Program fees areas of financial mathematics, Across Australia, employment
(international students only) (A$) 19,880 per annum financial markets and asset opportunities in the financial
Scholarships available unisa.edu.au/scholarship valuation principles, business services and allied areas are
finance, personal finance, excellent, with a number of
international finance, portfolio graduates currently occupying
Program overview professional staff to administer management and risk analysis. senior positions across a
Finance is a dynamic discipline the finance function, analysing Students typically complete range of local, national and
specifically concerned with the and interpreting a range the core of business courses international organisations.
borrowing, lending and investing of information utilising in the earlier periods with the Graduates of the Bachelor of
of money by: individuals, various technologies. major Applied Finance courses Applied Finance are able to work
financial institutions, businesses studied on a progressive basis in a range of industries and
and government organisations. This allows them to assess throughout the program. sectors as a result of the varied
Each of these organisations the needs of the organisation knowledge and skills developed
operates within a dynamic and the external environment Elective courses from a number throughout the program.
and complex framework, in order to make decisions of business disciplines are
encompassing issues arising at that are consistent with its completed from the second year The combination of the
any or all of the local, national objectives. The Bachelor of of the program. The elective Applied Finance major with
and international environments. Applied Finance program equips courses provide students with electives taken in other
These organisations require students with the general an opportunity to enhance, business disciplines provides
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employment opportunities for Honours
graduates in allied areas such Students who complete the
as accounting, international program with a Credit or higher
business, information grade point average may be
systems and marketing. invited to undertake Honours.
Graduates of the program have Program requirements
obtained employment in areas FIRST YEAR
as diverse as: lending; retail, Business and Society
investment and international Accounting for Business
banking; corporate treasury and Quantitative Methods
money markets; foreign currency for Business
trading; funds management; risk Principles of Economics
management; financial planning; Derivatives and Securities Markets
and private financial consulting. Macroeconomics
Foundations of Business Law
Professional recognition Communication and Information
Andrew Christie
Graduates of the program satisfy Systems in Business
the educational requirements
for membership of the Financial SECOND YEAR
Services Institute of Australasia Business Finance Bachelor of Applied Finance
FINSIA where they are working Forecasting and Business Analysis Job Title: Financial Planner
in the services industry. Students Financial Planning Employer: Horizons Financial Group
completing Financial Planning Management Principles
BANk 2008 and/or Applied International Currency ‘Take any opportunity to gain experience in your field
Financial Planning BANk 3005 and Banking Markets – whether it be part time work, or work experience –
satisfy the Tier 1 competency Marketing Principles:
while you’re studying. This will demonstrate to future
level requirements at both the Trading and Exchange
knowledge and skills levels Elective employers that you’re serious about working in the
for a number of the core Elective industry. It will give you the opportunity to reinforce
competencies specified by the the teaching and learning of your program and allow
government regulatory body, THIRD YEAR you to decide whether the type of work is what you’re
the Australian Securities and Portfolio and looking for in a career.’
Investments Commission ASIC. Fund Management
Such competency requirements Elective
are required in Australia to act as Elective To read more Alumni Profiles please visit:
a representative of an Australian Elective
unisa.edu.au/business/scd/alumniadvice.asp
financial services licensee. Finance Specialism
Elective
Work Integrated Learning Elective
In consultation with Career Elective
Services at the University
and following feedback and
input from industry as well as
the accountants and finance
profession, students undertake
group presentations and peer
assessment of specific course
content. This has greatly assisted
students in improving their
confidence in undertaking
employment interviews and
interacting in class, with their
peers and colleagues.
(08) 8302 2376 or 1300 UNINOW
study@unisa.edu.au
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Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
Open Day 2010 What will I study? to be able to communicate
City West Campus: Sunday 15 August, 70 North Terrace, Adelaide This program requires students to with a range of people in a
unisa.edu.au/openday complete a major in accounting range of environments. As their
and encourages studies in work often involves dealing
Career Information Session 2010 a complementary discipline with confidential, important
City West Campus: Wednesday 22 September at 5.00pm, to strengthen employment information about companies
opportunities. Complementary and individuals, accountants
Business Degrees Information Session disciplines include marketing, must also be trustworthy and
City West Campus: Wednesday 1 December at 5.00pm, management, information have the ability to inspire
unisa.edu.au/infosessions (registration essential) systems, finance and confidence in others.
international business. Non-
business related areas such as Who will employ me?
languages can also be chosen. This program gives students the
education and skills necessary
SATAC code 424181 The first year of the program to be an accountant in public
UniSA program code DBCC provides important foundation practice, commerce and
CRICOS code knowledge of business industry and the public sector,
(international students only) 015046G through studies of accounting, including federal, state and local
TER (February 2010 cut-off) 70.00 business law, communications, government, hospitals, and other
Program length 3 years economics, information systems, government authorities. Students
Prerequisites None management and marketing. may choose to work in the areas
Assumed knowledge None From there, students expand of account keeping, auditing,
Home campus City West and improve their understanding secretarial or administrative
Accepts Special Entry (STAT) yes of business and accounting work, management accounting,
External study available yes with studies exploring financial taxation, liquidation and
Part-time study available yes and management accounting, receivership, financial
TAFE credit available yes finance, taxation and company management, forensic
Honours study available yes law, auditing, global business accounting and litigation support.
Program fees Commonwealth supported issues and accounting theory. The program also provides a
Program fees There is also the opportunity sound qualification for careers
(international students only) (A$) 19,880 per annum to undertake elective courses, in business and management,
Scholarships available unisa.edu.au/scholarship designed to enhance and with equal employment
broaden the university opportunities for both female
experience within other and male accountants. Due to
Program overview These links prepare students complementary areas of interest. the continuing, high demand for
Commerce at UniSA allows for a vibrant, challenging accountants, UniSA’s Commerce
students to master accounting, career path, both locally and What does it take? degree can lead to a range of
the language of business. globally. This degree is designed Because accounting operates interesting and challenging
Students will be able to analyse to enable students to fulfil in a world of real events, an career paths, both in Australia
and plan financial matters for the essential functions of an accountant needs to be aware of and overseas. In many cases,
organisations from a range of accountant and business advisor the economic, political and social successful UniSA Commerce
sectors. They will also learn in commerce, government or forces and changes that influence students are offered employment
the skills that enable them to public practice. Students will their particular areas of activity. before completing their degree.
manage and provide the essential also develop an understanding It is therefore essential to be
information that businesses need of the economic, legal and able to think clearly and logically Professional recognition
to make successful financial political influences that affect the when applying the disciplines This program satisfies the
and management decisions. Australian and global business and decision-making techniques educational requirements for
The program provides strong environment. UniSA Commerce learned through university Associate Membership with
links to industry, the accounting graduates satisfy the academic education. Students need to CPA Australia and satisfies the
profession and its professional requirements stipulated for master the language of business. educational requirements for
organisations, which keeps entry into relevant professional entry to the Institute of Chartered
the degree fresh, relevant, accounting bodies and are Accountants need to Accountants in Australia’s
recognised and respected. equipped for life-long learning communicate with words as (ICCA) professional program
to further enhance their skills. well as numbers. They need - the Chartered Accountants
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Program (please refer to THIRD YEAR
Notes 3 and 4 in the Program Taxation Law 1 or Elective
Schedule). Graduation from this Auditing Theory and Practice
program has been recognised or Elective
by the Association of Chartered Elective
Certified Accountants (ACCA) Elective
as fulfilling requirements for Global Issues for Accounting
maximum exemption in the Issues in Accounting Theory
ACCA’s professional program. Elective
Elective
Career focused assessment
» Commerce degree students
benefit from undertaking
career focused assessment.
Students apply their knowledge
and problem solving skills
to assessment based on
Jessica Tripodi
industry requirements, such
as case studies, reports
and presentations.
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
» Students develop their written Job Title: Consultant
and verbal communication skills Employer: PriceWaterhouseCoopers
while studying autonomously
and in teams to develop skills
‘I got my graduate position through vacation work
highly regarded by industry. with PriceWaterhouseCoopers in my third year of Uni.
I began working with the firm whilst completing my
Program requirements final year and have since continued working there as
FIRST YEAR a graduate. Set career goals and make them happen.
Accounting for Business
Gain as much experience as possible in your industry
Communication and Information
Systems in Business
and take all opportunities that you are presented with.’
Foundations of Business Law
Business and Society
To read more Alumni Profiles please visit:
Financial Accounting 1
Quantitative Methods unisa.edu.au/business/scd/alumniadvice.asp
for Business
Marketing Principles:
Trading and Exchange
Principles of Economics
SECOND YEAR
Management Accounting
Finance and Investment
Financial Accounting 2
Elective
Financial Accounting 3
Management Principles
Companies and Partnership Law
or Elective
Elective
(08) 8302 2376 or 1300 UNINOW
study@unisa.edu.au
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Bachelor of Commerce,
Bachelor of Applied Finance
Open Day 2010 Students typically complete Successful completion of the
City West Campus: Sunday 15 August, 70 North Terrace, Adelaide the core business courses double degree program requires
unisa.edu.au/openday in the earlier study periods a dedicated, focused and
with the major courses driven approach towards study,
Career Information Session 2010 studied on a progressive basis with efficient and effective
City West Campus: Wednesday 22 September at 5.00pm, throughout the program. organisational skills a crucial
component of this success. Such
Business Degrees Information Session In each of the commerce positive qualities are valuable
City West Campus: Wednesday 1 December at 5.00pm, and finance disciplines, the to prospective employers
unisa.edu.au/infosessions (registration essential) courses build on each other, and are required skills for
providing graduates with a successful business graduates.
sound understanding of the
major concepts and principles Who will employ me?
relevant to each discipline. Graduates of this program will
SATAC code 424191 have employment opportunities
UniSA program code DBCB Elective courses from a number in financial and management
CRICOS code of business disciplines are accounting, management
(international students only) 041701J studied from the second year consulting, as well as taxation
TER (February 2010 cut-off) 70.00 of the program. These elective and auditing specialisations.
Program length 4 years courses provide students with In the financial services sector,
Prerequisites None an opportunity to enhance and a number of graduates have
Assumed knowledge knowledge of Mathematical broaden their skills. Students obtained employment in areas
Studies and Specialist Maths also have the opportunity such as lending, retail and
at SACE Stage 2 is generally to complete a professional investment banking, corporate
assumed. Nevertheless, students sequence of courses in commerce treasury and money markets,
are counselled on entry and and finance, which can be trading foreign currencies,
where appropriate may be used to meet the educational funds management, risk
advised to undertake a requirements for entry into management, financial planning
bridging program. formal study programs offered and private financial consulting.
Home campus City West by the industry professional
Accepts Special Entry (STAT) yes bodies, for example the Certified Across Australia, a number
External study available yes Practising Accountant program of double-degree graduates
Part-time study available yes conducted by CPA Australia. currently occupy senior positions
TAFE credit available yes in a number of local, national
Honours study available yes What does it take? and global organisations. The
Program fees Commonwealth supported As financial and managerial global nature of accounting and
Program fees decisions are being made in a finance provides opportunities to
(international students only) (A$) 19,880 per annum dynamic environment, students use the program as a ‘passport’
Scholarships available unisa.edu.au/scholarship will need the ability to think to a range of careers available
logically and clearly. An interest in a range of locations.
in analysing, interpreting
Program overview What will I study? and reporting quantitative Professional recognition
The Bachelor of Commerce, This program requires students to information is essential, together Graduates of this program
Bachelor of Applied Finance complete both a Commerce and with appropriate communication may satisfy the educational
double degree responds Applied Finance major, together and interpersonal skills. The requirements for membership of
to employer demands for with a core of business courses in ability to take on leadership CPA Australia and the Institute
appropriately qualified executives complementary areas including: responsibilities is important of Chartered Accountants in
in the accounting and finance economics, information for this program, as students Australia ICAA depending on
professions. Over a terms of four systems, law, management, are encouraged to form small the courses taken. This program
years, students will graduate with marketing, accounting, statistics groups as a basis for completing, has been recognised by the
both accounting and finance and communications. submitting and/or presenting Association of Chartered Certified
degrees, providing opportunities various assessment requirements. Accountants ACCA as fulfilling
for accelerated career prospects. the requirements for exemptions
in the ACCA’s professional
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program. Where the graduate Program requirements
is working in the financial FIRST YEAR
services industry the entry Accounting for Business
requirements for membership of Business and Society
the Financial Services Institute Principles of Economics
of Australasia FINSIA are met Quantitative Methods
by completing this program. for Business
Financial Accounting 1
Students completing Financial Marketing Principles:
Planning BANk 2008 and/ Trading and Exchange
or Applied Financial Planning Derivatives and Securities Markets
BANk 3005 satisfy the Tier 1 Macroeconomics
competency level requirements
at both the knowledge and skills SECOND YEAR
levels for a number of the core Financial Accounting 2
competencies specified by the Foundations of Business Law
government regulatory body, Business Finance
Raphael Nguyen
the Australian Securities and Management Accounting
Investments Commission ASIC. Management Principles
Such competency requirements Communication and Information
are required in Australia to act as Systems in Business Bachelor of Commerce,
a representative of an Australian Financial Accounting 3 Bachelor of Applied Finance
financial services licensee. Elective Job title: Graduate Officer
Employer: Department of Treasury and Finance
Work Integrated Learning THIRD YEAR
In consultation with Career Financial Planning ‘The idea of helping others to manage their finances
Services at the University Forecasting and Business Analysis always given me a buzz.
and following feedback and Elective
input from industry as well as Elective The teaching and learning services staff have been
the accounting and finance Global Issues for Accounting the key to my adapting to university life. I had been
profession, students undertake International Currency and away from academic institutions for ten years and they
group presentations and peer Banking Markets connected me back to the university environment.
assessment of specific course Elective
Their workshops helped me get back into a study
content. This has greatly assisted Corporations and Partnership
routine and meet the academic level required of me. I
students in improving their Law or Elective
confidence in undertaking now assist my peers to overcome their difficulties with
employment interviews and FOURTH YEAR accountancy concepts.
interacting in class, with their Portfolio and Fund Management After three years, I can say I made the right decision to
peers and colleagues. Taxation Law 1 or Elective
study at UniSA. It is such a vibrant place. Courses keep
Auditing Theory and
Honours Practice or Elective
evolving to keep up with the times. Best of all, it takes
Students who complete the Elective students’ feedback seriously and constructively.’
program with a Credit or higher Issues in Accounting Theory
grade point average may be Finance Specialism
invited to undertake Honours. Elective
To read more and view other Alumni Profiles please
Elective visit: unisa.edu.au/business/scd/alumniadvice.asp
(08) 8302 2376 or 1300 UNINOW
study@unisa.edu.au
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Entry requirements
For Undergraduate » Qualified for Special UniSA Advantage For more information, visit
Bachelor Degrees and Entry and completed the UniSA Advantage is a bonus unisa.edu.au/future/year12/
Associate Degrees Special Tertiary Admissions points scheme that encourages bonuspoints. you can also
Applicants are required to Test (STAT). A personal participation in education as contact Future Student Enquiries
have one of the following competencies statement and/ well as rewards achievement in on phone (08) 8302 2376 or
qualifications: or employment experience selected year 12 subjects that 1300 UNINOW (local call cost)
» Qualified for SACE; and may also be considered better prepare students for or email study@unisa.edu.au
– Recorded achievement in five » Completed the University university study. The scheme
SACE subjects taken at stage 2 Foundation Studies program. includes two strands – Student contributions
level; and Achievement and Aspire. Student contributions are the
– Included at least four Stage Please note that some amount you pay towards the cost
2 subjects which are approved programs have prerequisites. Achievement bonus points of your program. The University
Higher Education Selection Applicants should check all entry will automatically be awarded determines the amount that you
Subjects (HESS); and requirements before applying. if students score 10 or more contribute within a range set by
– Obtained a competitive TER For some programs, applicants in year 12 subjects relevant to the Australian Government. The
» Completed interstate or may also be required to attend their intended UniSA program. contribution that applies depends
overseas qualifications that an interview or present a folio. Find out more here unisa.edu. on which courses you choose
the University considers au/future/year12/bonuspoints to study and the contribution
equivalent to the SACE For more information on band in which those courses
» Completed the International entry requirements, visit Aspire bonus points are awarded are classified. The amount of
Baccalaureate Diploma unisa.edu.au/future automatically to students who your student contribution also
» Completed or partly completed attend a school recognised by depends on the unit value
a recognised higher education Participation and Access UniSA as ‘under represented’ of your courses of study (the
program at a recognised UniSA offers various programs with respect to students going equivalent full-time student load
higher education institution and services to assist rural and/or on to higher education. Students (EFTSL) value of the course).
» Completed at least four Open socio-economically disadvantaged from rural and remote areas are
Universities Australia (OUA) students, Indigenous Australians also eligible for automatic bonus
courses at the appropriate level and people with a disability. For points while those students on
» Completed an award from more information, contact (08) School Card (or state equivalent)
TAFE or from another registered 8302 2376 or 1300 UNINOW and/or youth Allowance, and
training organisation at AQF or email study@unisa.edu.au who do not attend a recognised
Certificate IV or above school, can apply for bonus
points by downloading an
application form at unisa.edu.
au/future/year12/bonuspoints
As per the Australian Government guidelines, the student contribution amounts for 2010 are:
Band Fields of study Student contribution
National priorities Mathematics, statistics, science A$4,249
Band 1 Humanities, behavioural science, social studies, education, A$5,310
nursing, foreign languages, visual and performing arts
Band 2 Computing, built environment, health, A$7,567
engineering, surveying, agriculture
Band 3 Law, accounting, commerce, administration, economics, A$8,859
dentistry, medicine, veterinary science
Note: these amounts are for 1 EFTSL in 2010. The student contribution amounts for 2011 will be advised by the Federal Government in
October 2010, and these will be available to view via unisa.edu.au/future/fees at that time.
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PROGRAM WORk? A publication that lists every
Associate degree Assumed knowledge program offered by South
An award for completing Major Some first-year courses Australian higher education
a two-year (or part-time A set of related courses which require knowledge of certain institutions. The SATAC Guide
equivalent) tertiary program. comprises 36 units of study SACE Stage 2 subjects. provides information about the
within a Bachelor degree. selection process and includes
Direct Entry Free Electives instructions on how to apply
Programs for which applications Sub-major A course chosen from any on and is available every year from
are not processed through SATAC A set of related courses which offer outside your Division, newsagents Australia-wide.
but are made direct to UniSA. comprises between 19 and provided that individual course
35 units of study within a prerequisites are met. Free Special Entry (STAT)
Bachelor degree Bachelor degree. In some elective courses are designed Special Tertiary Admissions
A program of three or more years programs these may be called to broaden your knowledge Test (STAT) is an alternative
duration (or part-time equivalent). ‘general studies sub-majors’. and skills beyond your tertiary admissions test for
Bachelor degree programs professional field of study. people who do not have a
provide the relevant qualifications Minor recent year 12 certificate.
for many professions. A set of related courses which CRICOS code
comprises up to 18 units of Code identifying that a UniSA TER (Tertiary Entrance Rank)
Honours study within a Bachelor degree. program has been registered on A ranking of all students who
An advanced year of study In some programs these the Commonwealth Register have completed SACE in a
in business, management, may be called ‘cognates’. of Institutions and Courses for particular year. The minimum
commerce, or marketing during Overseas Students (CRICOS). TER required for the previous year
which students specialise in a Program is often a guide to how well you
chosen area of study. Students Award in which you are Division will need to perform to gain entry
who complete a Bachelor enrolled, eg Bachelor of Arts. UniSA is split into four academic into a particular program. TERs
degree, with a Credit or higher Divisions – Business; Education, can vary from year to year and
grade point average may apply Course Arts and Social Sciences; Health should be used as a guide only.
to undertake Honours. A component of study Sciences; and Information
within a program (previously Technology, Engineering
Graduate Certificate known as a ‘subject’). and the Environment – each
An award for completing a offering a range of specialised
postgraduate program of at Unit programs and courses.
least six months in duration A value assigned to a course
(or part-time equivalent). which measures the amount of Prerequisites
work involved in that course. Are SACE Stage 2 (year
Graduate Diploma Full-time students normally 12) subjects, or equivalent
An award for completing a undertake 36 units of study per qualifications which are required
postgraduate program of at year (18 units per study period). for admission into the program.
least one year in duration
(or part-time equivalent). SACE
Is the South Australian Certificate
Master degree of Education or a recognised
A postgraduate degree equivalent qualification.
undertaken after completion
of a Bachelor degree (normally
with Honours) which focuses
on one area of specialisation.
PhD
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
programs normally extend
over three years (or part-
time equivalent) and involve
significant research work.
Experience. The Difference.
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