Become a financial expert and learn to solve global business issues. We offer accounting & finance courses at short course, TAFE, degree or postgraduate level. 

The Bachelor of Business has a common first year, followed by an offering of 11 diverse majors – including Accounting, Banking & Finance, and Financial Risk Management. You can tailor your studies further by choosing a second business major or double degree – using your business degree to complement studies in law, psychology or sport management. Our accounting degree courses are nationally recognised by CPA Australia and the Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand. Our courses are designed to provide the skills to work in a range of accounting or finance roles.

Bachelor of Accounting

Gain sought-after accounting expertise and CPA accreditation by studying a Bachelor of Accounting in the heart of Melbourne at Victoria University (VU).

Duration 3 years Campus City Campus Delivery mode Hybrid
Bachelor of Business

Graduate business-ready with hands-on industry experience and cutting-edge digital skills by studying a Bachelor of Business degree at Victoria University.

Duration 3 years Campus City Campus, Footscray Park, India Online, VU Brisbane, VU Online, VU Sydney Delivery mode Hybrid, Online Self-Paced, VU Online

Graduate Diploma in Business
Specialise in your area of interest, and take the next step in your professional career, with a Graduate Diploma in Business from Victoria University – enquire now.
Duration 1 year Campus City Campus, VU Sydney Delivery mode Hybrid
Graduate Certificate in Finance
Gain expertise in global financial markets and enhance your qualifications for the competitive business world, with a Graduate Certificate in Finance from VU.
Duration 8 months Campus VU Online Delivery mode VU Online
Graduate Certificate in Financial Planning
Duration 8 months Campus VU Online Delivery mode VU Online
Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning
Duration 16 months Campus VU Online Delivery mode VU Online
Master of Financial Planning
Duration 2 years Campus VU Online Delivery mode VU Online
Master of Professional Accounting
Develop strong accounting knowledge to advance your career, with the Master of Professional Accounting at Victoria University.
Duration 2 years Campus City Campus, VU Sydney Delivery mode Hybrid

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping FNS40222
Gain specialised skills to begin your financial career with a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (FNS40222) at Victoria University (VU).
Campus Footscray Nicholson
Diploma of Accounting FNS50222
Boost your job prospects by gaining skills to provide professional financial services with a Diploma of Accounting at Victoria University Polytechnic.
Campus Footscray Nicholson

Diploma of Business (Enterprise)
Gain a broad introduction to the industry and develop a range of skills relevant to working in the business sector.
Duration 1 year Campus City Campus, India Online, VU Brisbane, VU Sydney Delivery mode In person, Online Self-Paced

Accounting Principles Skill Set FNSSS00014

The Accounting Principles Skill Set FNSSS00014 will help you develop a range of accounting and bookkeeping skills in payroll, BAS, accounts payable and receivable, accounting data entry and reporting, and data computerised accounting.

Duration 20 weeks Campus Footscray Nicholson Delivery mode Face to Face with eLearning
BAS Agent Registration Skill Set FNSSS00004

Learn how to carry out business activity statement tasks and establish a payroll system with the BAS Agent Registration Skill Set FNSSS00004.

Duration 20 weeks Campus Footscray Nicholson Delivery mode Face to Face with eLearning
SAP Finance - Financial Accounting JVAJ
Gain in-demand skills in financial accounting using SAP software, studying the SAP Finance - Financial Accounting certification course at Victoria University.
Duration 25 day Campus City Campus, Online Real Time Delivery mode In person
Tax Law for Tax Agents Skill Set (Tax documentation) FNSSS00008

This skill set describes the skills and knowledge required to meet the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) educational eligibility requirements for a course in Australian taxation law.

Duration 20 weeks Campus Footscray Nicholson Delivery mode Face to Face with eLearning

Studying accounting & finance at VU

At Victoria University (VU), we want you to follow your passion and excel in the industry you've always dreamed of.

We're one of Australia's most industry-connected institutions, and are one of the top 2% of universities in the world.

You'll learn from leading industry professionals who combine theory with practice to prepare you for your career from day one.

Careers

Our business course with majors in accounting and finance can lead to a variety of careers in accounting, management or business analysis.

Accounting major: Be confident to make business decisions for companies in Australia and overseas. You may become accredited by CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants CA ANZ as an accountant, business analyst, auditor or financial adviser.

Financial Risk Management major: Use your business skills to solve the complex challenges faced by businesses in the fast-paced financial sector. Roles could include financial planning, banking, stockbroking, superannuation, insurance, investment, risk or funds management.

Banking & Finance major: Become an expert in the intricate workings of financial markets and investment management. Roles could include banking, funds management, financial planning, stockbroking, superannuation, insurance, investment and risk management.

Our TAFE courses can lead to careers in payroll and bookkeeping.