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 degrees (undergraduate)
Bachelor of Business
Duration
3 years
Campus
City Flinders, Footscray Park, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
Blended, In person
Get ahead in the fast-paced world of business with a Bachelor of Business degree from Victoria University. Focus your studies in one of our specialisations and learn fundamental skills you can apply in any sector. Gain valuable industry experience through work placements.
Postgraduate
Graduate Diploma in Business (Accounting)
Lay the foundation for a career in professional accounting with a Graduate Diploma in Business (Accounting) at Victoria University.
Duration
1 year
Campus
City Flinders, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
In person
Master of Business (Accounting)
Duration
2 years
Campus
City Flinders, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
In person
Study a globally-recognised accounting degree with the Master of Business (Accounting).
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.
Duration
1 year
Campus
City Flinders, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
Blended
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
Victoria University Online
Delivery mode
VU Online
Master of Finance
Develop high-level skills in financial management and advance your career in business or the public sector with the Master of Business from Victoria University.
Duration
2 years
Campus
City Flinders
Delivery mode
Blended
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 Flinders, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
Blended
TAFE certificates & diplomas
Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, Werribee
This course will prepare you for accounting jobs in the financial services industry and others requiring accounting support.
Diploma of Accounting
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, Werribee
This course will provide you with the training and knowledge necessary for a range of accounting career pathways.
Diploma of Business Administration
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, Werribee
Gain the practical skills you need for a successful office career with the Diploma of Business Administration.
Certificate IV in Business
Learn to effectively manage the office administration aspects of a business, and gain a focused understanding of today’s business world.
Duration
0.5 years
Campus
City King St, Footscray Nicholson, Footscray Park
Delivery mode
Blended, Face to Face
Diploma of Payroll Services
Campus
Footscray Nicholson
Build connections in the financial services industry and develop a broad range of payroll skills with the Diploma of Payroll Services at VU Polytechnic.
Higher Education diplomas
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 Flinders, VU Sydney
Delivery mode
Blended, In person, Workplace
Short courses
Accounting Principles Skill Set
Duration
20 weeks
Campus
City King St, Footscray Nicholson, Werribee
The FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set 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.
BAS Agent Registration Skill Set
Duration
12 weeks
Campus
Footscray Nicholson, Werribee
Learn how to carry out business activity statement tasks and establish a payroll system with the BAS Agent Registration Skill Set.
Tax Law for Tax Agents Skill Set (Tax documentation)
Duration
20 weeks
Campus
Footscray Nicholson
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.
Can't find your course?
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.
Colleges & schools
Our accounting and finance courses are delivered by various colleges and schools across different VU campuses.
