Description

Reference: https://www.newcastle.edu.au/degrees/bachelor-of-commerce/handbook

The Bachelor of Commerce is your first step to becoming a fully qualified accountant or undertaking careers in finance and economics. You'll be exposed to industry-relevant areas of study including the opportunity to specialise in one of three major sequences: Accounting; Economics; or Finance. As accountancy and financial management are at the very heart of all organisations, you will find commerce is a field offering enormous scope and opportunity.

Program learning outcomes

On successful completion of the program students will have:

  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Effective skills to work independently and in teams.
  • Critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Knowledge of theory, models and concepts relevant to Accounting or Finance or Economics.
  • Proficiency in the utilisation of information and technology in business.
  • Business skills that incorporate understanding of ethical, economic, regulatory and global perspectives.