Major overview
Turn financial expertise into business impact with an Accounting major
3 reasons to study accounting at Murdoch University
- Study an Accounting major that meets the academic requirements for professional membership with CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ).
- Build industry connections through our professional networks and partnerships with accounting associations and industry bodies, expanding your career prospects and professional credibility.
- Gain versatile expertise valued across industries, with accounting careers spanning consulting firms, multinational companies, financial institutions and government agencies.
What you’ll learn
- Apply accounting standards, taxation rules and regulatory frameworks in real business contexts.
- Interpret financial statements to evaluate organisational performance and support informed decision making.
- Use accounting technologies and digital tools to manage financial reporting and analysis.
- Develop budgeting, forecasting and financial planning strategies that support organisational growth.
- Apply professional judgement and ethical reasoning when managing financial information.
Flexibility was key for me, and Murdoch University's diverse range of study options gave me the perfect fit. I love the blended learning format, and their small class sizes and supportive faculty mean I'm never lost in the crowd. I feel like I can really thrive here.
Jasmin, Business
Your future career in accounting
- Accountant
- Chartered accountant
- Auditor
- Taxation adviser
- Management accountant
- Forensic accountant
- Financial controller
- Chief financial officer (CFO)
- Financial analyst
- Investment adviser
- Portfolio manager
- Business consultant
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | Yes | No |
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Start dates (Transnational)
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2026 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 1, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 1, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 2, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte. Ltd | No | No | Yes |
| Trimester 3, 2027 | Murdoch University Dubai, UAE | Yes | No | No |
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Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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