Bachelor of Business (Accounting)

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BBAC202 Economic Principles

BBAC202 Economic Principles introduces the fundamental principles of economics and their application within micro and macroeconomic frameworks. The microeconomic section covers demand and supply, price and income elasticity, market structure, and financial systems, addressing the relationship between market types and consumers in the context of scarcity.

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BBAC201 Business Statistics

BBAC201 Business Statistics examines a range of statistical techniques commonly used in business decision-making. Students learn techniques for collecting, organising, summarising, presenting, interpreting and examining statistical data. The unit introduces students to basic statistical theories, tools, and techniques.

Prerequisite: BBAC101

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BBAC302 Information Technology for Accountants

Information Technology for Accountants aims to provide students with an understanding of the theoretical concepts, processes, and practices relevant to accounting information systems (AIS). It emphasises business information and includes an analysis of business process development and documentation, internal controls for computerised accounting systems, and how AIS design, implementation, and operation can aid better decision-making. 

The unit also covers Enterprise Resource Planning, Database Management Systems, Computer Fraud, and AIS auditing, with practical application enhanced through computerised accounting software (MYOB). 

Prerequisite: BBAC101

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BBMM305 Business, Society and Ethics
Our Business, Society and Ethics module provides  This Unit provides students with the knowledge of ethics, corporate governance and legal mechanisms which may be utilised in a business environment. The Unit develops the students’ critical analysis, decision-making and knowledge to identify and resolve professional and ethical issues through the use of relevant case studies.

Prerequisites: 4 x 100 or 200 code units

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BBAL401 Company Law

Company Law introduces students to the fundamentals of Australian corporate law and enhances their understanding of how corporate law influences the practices and policies of business organisations. It provides a solid foundation in the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), which is vital for understanding company operations in Australia. This unit also assists students in developing an interest in the law as a follow-up to BBAL201 (Business Law), equipping them with analytical skills to solve complex corporate law problems. Active engagement in discussions and activities during lectures and tutorials is strongly recommended.

Prerequisite: BBAL201

The Unit will support students to construct responsibility accounting, profit and cost centres as they relate to management accountability. The Unit will also develop the student’s capacity in preparation for budgets and variance analysis to help manage resources, evaluate performance and create value in organisations.

Prequisite: BBAC301

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BBAC502 Financial Accounting Theory

Financial Accounting Theory is designed to enhance students' skills in understanding the role of management accounting and applying cost concepts in various business environments for project planning. It will support students in constructing responsibility accounting, profit, and cost centres related to management accountability. The unit also develops students' capacity in preparing budgets and variance analysis to manage resources, evaluate performance, and create organisational value.

Prerequisite: BBAC301

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BBAC503 Company Accounting

Company Accounting examines the accounting and reporting requirements set out in the relevant accounting standards and the Corporations Act. It focuses on interpreting and applying selected accounting standards related to advanced issues in financial accounting and reporting for general-purpose financial statements. It enables students to explain various forms of business combinations and apply appropriate accounting standards for preparing consolidated financial statements.

Prerequisite: BBAC301

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BBAL501 Taxation Law

Taxation Law provides an overview of the laws and principles of income taxation in Australia, introducing students to the fundamental legal principles of Australian taxation law. Topics covered include taxation theory, the impact of residency, basic concepts of income and deductions, capital gain tax principles, an overview of fringe benefits tax, goods and service tax, taxation of companies and shareholders, and tax administration. 

Prerequisite: BBAL201

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BBAC601 Auditing and Assurance

Auditing and Assurance introduces students to the auditing profession, focusing on the external auditor's role in evaluating financial information reliability. Students will understand the audit function's nature and purpose, professional ethical requirements, and the legal framework for auditors. Professional auditing standards and practices are also introduced through the sequential steps of the audit process, including risk assessment procedures and strategies for evaluating internal controls and collecting evidence to issue an appropriate audit opinion on financial reports. 

Prerequisites: BBAC301 and BBMM305

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BBAC602 Business and Corporate Finance

This unit has been designed to provide students with knowledge of the concepts, tools and techniques needed to make sound financial decisions related to the sourcing and cost of various options that are available to a corporation, enabling those charged with responsibility to make sound financial decisions.

Perequisite: BBAC301

Full list of electives

BBAC100 Finance Fundamentals
Focusing on the foundations of financial management, this module introduces the key concepts, tools, and practices that guide the financial decisions of individuals and businesses. Topics covered include the role of finance, the Australian financial system and markets, basic financial mathematical calculations, the concept of risk and return, and financial instruments.

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BBMK201 Marketing Principles

Introducing the basic principles and practices of marketing, this module provides a comprehensive overview, particularly within an Australian context. The core objective is to develop students’ recognition and understanding of marketing theories, planning and strategy, market research, consumer behaviour, segmentation, targeting, positioning, and decisions relating to the core and expanded marketing mix (product, price, place, and promotion). Students will learn to identify marketing processes and techniques and apply them to problem analysis.

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BBMK302 Market Research

Exploring the systematic process of gathering and analysing information about consumers and the market, this module focuses on identifying potential marketing opportunities for an organisation and formulating corresponding strategies. Content examines the research design process and objectives, methods for collecting primary and secondary data, and the tools and techniques of data analysis. Practical application involves the use of the statistical software package, Microsoft SPSS (introduced in an additional class). Students will construct questionnaires or survey instruments, prepare a market research proposal, analyse data, and present research findings to a client.

Prerequisite: BBMK201

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BBMK303 Digital Marketing & Social Media

Analysing the transformative impact of digital technologies (including the Internet, World Wide Web, Social Media, and portable devices) on marketing, this module addresses the opportunities and threats facing marketing managers. It focuses on Digital Marketing as a critical, dynamic issue continuously reshaping customer-firm interaction. The module examines the key factors leading to strong relationships in social media marketing, the strategic outcomes achieved, and the necessity of integrating digital technologies, marketing theories, and customer value within the business model for achieving organisational goals.

Prerequisites: 2 x 100 or 200 code units

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BBMK402 Consumer Behaviour

Understanding buyer behaviour is paramount for satisfying consumer needs, and this module explores the psychological, situational, and external factors influencing consumer decision-making. Topics include individual psychology (perception, motivation, learning, personality, values) and external factors (groups, social media, lifestyles, social class, and cultural influences). Additionally, the module examines how consumers perceive brands, which differentiate products and can form a key competitive advantage. Content covers strategies for building brand resonance, capturing consumer brand associations, and navigating cross-cultural challenges. Marketing professionals must grasp these complex behaviours to develop successful strategies.

Prerequisites: 2 x 100 or 200 code units

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BBMK501 Market Planning & Strategy

Effective management is crucial for navigating business complexity, particularly in an environment marked by more competitors, varied sales channels, and globally dispersed workforces. This module addresses the enhanced necessity for effective decision-making by teaching techniques for collecting, organising, summarising, analysing, interpreting, and presenting data relevant to market strategy.

Prerequisite: BBMK201 and 2 x 300 or 400 code units

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BBMK502 International Marketing

Focusing on the management, skills, techniques, and strategies needed to market domestic products in global markets, this module is essential for international expansion. It stresses the necessity of thorough market analysis—covering cultural, economic, political, legal, and trade issues—before international market entry. Students are introduced to the methods used for analysing and evaluating overseas markets to facilitate informed business and marketing decisions.

Prerequisite: BBMK201 and 2 x 300 or 400 code units

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BBMK503 Communication in Marketing

Developing knowledge, skills, and experience in Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC), this module examines various marketing communication tools, such as Advertising, for product promotion. The core focus is on the factors considered when planning, developing, and implementing fully integrated campaigns, specifically the strategic integration of elements to create a unified campaign across various media to appeal to customers. Students gain the intellectual and practical knowledge to develop their own IMC campaigns for products of their choice.

Prerequisites: BBMK201 and BBMK303

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BBMK601 Services Marketing

Providing students with both theoretical and practical approaches to services marketing, this module highlights how the services sector differs from product marketing. It builds upon marketing management concepts and theories, adapting them to the service context and examining specific marketing mix strategies. A major focus is relationship management—both internal to the organisation and between service personnel and customers—to ensure service quality, customer satisfaction, and loyalty. Students apply their knowledge by developing a services marketing strategy based on a prescribed case study.

Prerequisite: BBMK201 and 2 x 300 or 400 code units

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BBMM103 Management Principles

The four major functions of management—planning, organising, leading, and controlling—form the core of this module, which introduces students to various management models and frameworks across an organisation. Students will learn how to determine the effectiveness of these models and how they relate to overall organisational efficacy.

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BBMM104 Business Communications

Designed to enhance and extend students' essential business and academic skills, this module covers extracting key information from business, electronic, and academic sources; summarising, paraphrasing, and synthesising information; interpreting data; and writing in accepted business and academic styles. 

It also focuses on citing sources and compiling reference lists, engaging in professional discussion, and preparing/delivering presentations. Students will apply basic academic English and appropriate business language skills to authentic tasks relevant to the Australian business environment. A key objective is to introduce the necessary research and language skills for academic study, lifelong learning, and employment in the Australian context.

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BBMM301 Management & Organisational Behaviour

A study of people in organisations at the individual, group, and organisational levels, this module addresses the modern workplace demand for managers with strong interpersonal skills. It integrates management and organisational behaviour to create a holistic understanding of the interaction between management and employees and the resulting behavioural issues. The content draws on models and theories from psychology, social psychology, and economics, covering motivation, perception, personality, decision-making, and the management constructs of leadership, groups and teams, organisational structure, culture, and change. Students will apply these theories to a case study to identify issues and recommend solutions.

Prerequisite: BBMM103

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BBMM302 Human Resource Management

Focusing on contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) principles and processes used within Australian organisations, this module identifies HRM theories and frameworks and explores their role in supporting strategic business operations and goals. It examines the process of recruiting employees, including testing and interviewing in the selection process. Students will apply their understanding to performance appraisals, training, and development needs for a company. Coverage also includes employment laws, acts, regulations, contracts, and agreements, requiring students to stay current on relevant HRM issues.

Prerequisite: BBMM103

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BBMM303 Organisational Structure & Design

Introducing students to various organisational designs and structures, this module concentrates on the impact that design and structure have on improving organisational performance. It provides a basis for understanding organisational events, analysing problems, and proposing well-informed solutions. The module specifically examines how ‘macro’ organisational aspects influence ‘micro’ aspects, such as employee attitudes and performance.

Prerequisite: BBMM103

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BBMM503 Leadership Development

In a quickly changing, globalised environment, managers face continuous challenges requiring effective leadership. This module introduces self and group leadership theories and practices to provide an understanding of the competencies underpinning effective leadership behaviour. Students will explore the components of leadership, such as traits, skills, capabilities, and styles, to learn what is required of leaders and to develop their own leadership potential. Students are expected to proactively seek opportunities to implement the theories and concepts discussed.

Prerequisite: BBMM103 and 2 x 300 or 400 code units.

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BBMM506 Strategic Management

Introducing the key theories, concepts, tools, and principles of business strategic management, this module focuses on the managerial decisions and actions that directly impact a business's performance and survival. The core focus is on developing strategic competitiveness by utilising the information tools, analyses, organisational processes, skills, and business judgments necessary to understand and devise strategies that position businesses to maximise long-term profits amidst uncertainty and competition.

Prerequisites: BBMM101 or BBMK201; and 2 x 300 or 400 code units

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BBMM507 International Business Management

Examining the emergence of the global economy and how businesses can harness its potential for success, this module underscores the increasing significance of International Business in an ever-shrinking world. It emphasises the necessity for businesses to stay current with global affairs and constantly changing formal and informal global systems, as virtually every business is impacted by the global marketplace.

Prerequisite: BBMM103 and 2 x 300 or 400 code units

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BBMM602 Corporate Sustainability Management

Corporate (environmental) sustainability management for sustainable human development is emerging as a core knowledge area for business leaders and governments. Recognising the importance of factors like energy resource management, climate change, environmental protection, social responsibility, and the sustainable use of scarce resources, this module introduces concepts of sustainable human development, environmental impact assessment processes, and decision-making by various stakeholders. 

The module focuses on the critical role of individuals and business managers in creating long-term socio-environmental stakeholder value and sustainable human development for future generations.

Prerequisites: BBMM103 & BBMM305; and 1 x 300 or 400 code unit

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BBMM603 Organisational Change & Development

The primary goal of this module is to provide students with an understanding of the principles, theories, models, techniques, and instruments involved in analysing organisational problems related to change. Students will gain the knowledge and skills to plan, implement, evaluate, and create organisational change and development. The module introduces various interventions used by change agents at the individual, group, and organisational process levels.

Prerequisite: BBMM103 and 2 x 300 or 400 code units

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BBMM605 Entrepreneurship

Using business-planning models as the foundation for discussing theories of creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship, this module explores the concepts of entrepreneurial behaviour and the strategic approach to business. Students will investigate tools and techniques associated with creativity and innovation to gain a greater understanding of how to become more creative and innovative in their lives and workplaces, and how to develop a comprehensive business plan for an entrepreneurial venture.

Prerequisite: BBMM103 or BBMK201; and 2 x 300 or 400 code units

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BBMM105 Enterprise Skills

Aimed at introducing first-year students to basic business communication and academic applications, this module focuses on core enterprise skills essential for higher education and the business world. Topics include business writing and communication, office software skills, critical thinking, research, and problem-solving, all practised to prepare students for effective participation in teams and future employment.

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BBAC408 Business Analytics

Organisations can gain a competitive advantage by analysing the exponentially growing data collected from internal systems, the internet, and social media, converting insights into evidence-based business decisions. Building on the statistical techniques learned in BBAC 201 (Business Statistics), this module introduces a range of advanced techniques used by professionals to make better data-driven decisions. Students will gain hands-on experience with software tools, applying intermediate skills in spreadsheet and data visualisation software to analyse trends and relationships affecting business performance. An understanding of Big Data and Data Analytics is increasingly important for the modern manager.

Prerequisite: BBAC201

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BBAC304 Introduction to Property and Real Estate

This second-year module introduces the basic, practical concepts of property and real estate, integrating perspectives from economics, finance, valuation, and development. Topics include the relationship between property and the economy, an overview of the property market, application of time value to property, valuation methods, and property development.

Prerequisites: BBAC101 or BBAC100 and BBAC202