CAREERS IN ACCOUNTING

General Information
Structure
Pathway Options
Unit Descriptions
Tuition Fees

Professional Accreditation Information
MPA/MAS Accreditation letter
NIA Accreditation letter
MPA/MAS Accreditation letter from ICCA


  • The accounting courses at Kaplan Business School prepare candidates for the challenges that accounting graduates will face in the global business world. The Accounting courses produce graduates who are well-rounded, have essential knowledge and practical skills which employers value and are ready to be part of a dynamic business environment.
  • Accounting can offer an excellent career path in terms of long-term employment prospects, financial reward, job satisfaction, overseas recognition of qualifications and opportunities to work in Australia and overseas.
  • The demand for graduates to fill accounting roles is growing and graduates can expect excellent employment opportunities not just in accounting but in a broad range of business and finance industries.

Opportunities will arise in:

  • Public accounting practice
  • Financial and management accounting
  • Management counsulting
  • The banking sector
  • Stockbroking
  • Systems analysis and support
  • Bankruptcy and insolvency consulting
  • Financial analysis
  • Taxation and financial consulting

Given the demand for qualified accountants, graduates can expect to gain employment in their field soon after successfully completing their course. According to The Good Universities Guide 2008, the starting salary for accounting graduates is around $39,011. Qualified forensic accountants earn an average of around $78,000 and forensic accountants in senior and managerial positions can earn up to $250,000.

Most graduates will go on to complete their professional accounting qualifications, as a CPA or a CA, further building on their business skills. For more details about these qualifications, visit CPA Australia’s website at: www.cpaaustralia.com.au or the ICAA at: www.charteredaccountants.com.au.