Bachelor of Accounting (RMIT University)

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
Full programme - 288 Credit Points: S$48,709.44, Advanced 1 - 240 Credit Points: S$40,591.20, Advanced 2 - 192 Credit Points: S$32,472.96
Fees (Foreign Students)
Full programme - 288 Credit Points: S$53,375.04, Advanced 1 - 240 Credit Points: S$44,479.20, Advanced 2 - 192 Credit Points: S$35,583.36
Other Fees
Application and Student Development Fee: S$351.00 (local) / Application, Student Development Fee and Induction Fee: S$1,171.80 (International)
Duration
2-3 years
Intake Months
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Programme Grant
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Class Schedule
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Assessment Method
Continuous assessments in the form of mid-term class tests, individual and group assignments and projects, case studies discussion and class presentations.

Description

Advance your professional career in accounting

This degree provides you with the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the business world.

You will start your accounting education journey with four foundation subjects that will introduce you to the key issues currently facing industry, and supplement these with disciplinary and cross-disciplinary study.

This programme helps students develop an understanding of the technical and social aspects of accounting.

Accounting involves the systematic recording, reporting and analysis of financial transactions, and students will discover the importance of applying such specialised business-related knowledge guided by ethical, environmental, cultural and social considerations.

You will acquire technical skills and other broad-based knowledge for an outstanding career in accounting and related fields.

The accounting programme is one of RMIT’s most successful. It reflects the university’s innovative and rigorous approach to accounting education that encourages flexible and independent thinking on the student’s part.

The Bachelor of Accounting programme is accredited by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA).

Entry Requirements

Applicants will be assessed based on the following qualifications:

For Full Programme - 24 Modules

  • 3 GCE ‘A’ Level passes or
  • Minimum of 3 H2 level subjects with a pass or above

For Advanced 1 - 17 to 20 Modules

  • An RMIT approved non-cognate diploma from any of the local polytechnics

For Advanced 2 - 12 to 16 Modules

  • An RMIT approved cognate diploma from SIM or any of the local polytechnics.

Other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the university.

If an applicant does not satisfy the minimum entry requirement, the applicant may be able to satisfy the requirement if they can produce evidence of other equivalent qualifications or combination of qualifications and experience as assessed by RMIT University on a case-by-case basis.

Exemptions

Applicants holding qualifications other than a recognised diploma from SIM GE or a Singapore local polytechnic, should apply for advanced standing at the time of application.

On receipt of a credit application, RMIT will assess your previous study to determine if the body of knowledge and practice has changed significantly.

If the course content has changed significantly and you have not maintained sustained practice in the field of study, your application may be rejected.

Diploma holders from SIM GE or a Singapore local polytechnic

Holders of a recognised diploma from SIM GE or a Singapore local polytechnic will be granted advanced standing in this Accounting degree.

Depending on the degree in which a student enrols:

  • Diplomas categorised as cognate diplomas are granted 8 to 12 exemptions.
  • Diplomas categorised as non-cognate diplomas are granted up to 4 to 7 exemptions.

Equivalent International Qualifications

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English Language Requirements

Applicants who have achieved one of the following qualifications/studies, where English is the language of teaching and assessment no more than two years prior to the RMIT program commencement date (unless otherwise advised), will meet the English language entry criteria to the program(s): 

  • GCE ‘A’ levels at a Singaporean high school with 
    • Minimum C or better in General Paper at AS / H1 Level; or 
    • Minimum C grade in H2 subject (excluding language subjects and Mathematics and Music) for A level English – Singapore H2 (previously known as “A level” subject); or 
  • SIM diplomas as approved by RMIT; or 
  • Other RMIT approved local diplomas with duration less than 3 years; or 
  • Candidates with 3-year full-time diploma qualification from a Singaporean Polytechnic, LASALLE College of the Arts, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts or B.C.A Academy, within 5 years prior to the commencement of the RMIT programme; or 
  • A minimum of one-year full-time study in an award equivalent to an Australian diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree, bachelor degree; or 
  • One semester full-time of a postgraduate qualification (equivalent to an Australian graduate certificate or higher).

Note:

Applicants will be deemed to have met the English Language criteria with no time limitation; if they have completed one of the abovementioned qualification/studies and have a minimum of 6 years primary/secondary studies of which a minimum of 2 years of this study was undertaken at secondary / senior secondary level, and where the studies were taught and assessed entirely in English from Singapore or other English-speaking country recognised by RMIT.

All other applicants can meet the English language entry criteria through the completion of one of the following approved English language proficiency tests no more than two years prior to the RMIT program commencement date: 

  • IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (no band less than 6.0); 
  • TOEFL (internet-based test) – iBT: Overall score 79 (with minimum score of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing); 
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) – PTE(A): 58 (no communication band less than 50); 
  • Cambridge English (Advanced CAE): 176 with no less than 169 in any component; 
  • RMIT English Worldwide (REW) Advanced Plus or equivalent; OR 
  • The completion of other equivalent qualifications, as approved by RMIT University. 

Career Opportunities

Employment opportunities span a variety of roles in many different settings, including:

  • reporting to senior management on the resources of an organisation
  • monitoring the cash flow of an organisation
  • advising businesses on strategies for increased profit
  • providing financial advice
  • preparing financial reports, reconciling accounts and maintaining registers and records
  • evaluating business plans
  • refining financial systems
  • providing taxation advice
  • running a small business

Modules

Structure

  • The mode of delivery is classroom learning.
  • The programmes focus on both the theory obtained in the classrooms, while students develop an understanding and the confidence to be effective in practice. Beside lectures, students do case studies, problem-solving exercises, projects and self-managed learning activities.
  • You may work independently or in a team to conduct research, solve problems, analyse and respond to case studies, prepare or respond to briefs, write original research or case study reports, or participate in managing a company in a computer-based business simulation. 
  • This style of learning is designed to provide an environment where you can ask questions and seek feedback as well as contribute to class discussion and apply theory to practice.
  •  RMIT engages Singapore-based lecturers who demonstrated professional and academic competence. They are supported by RMIT Academic Staff who regularly visit Singapore for consulting, monitoring the programme, moderating assessment and intensive teaching sessions.
  • All lectures are held at SIM Headquarters, 461 Clementi Road, Singapore 599491.
  • Class requires a minimum of 50 students to commence.
  • In the event that the above minimum number is not met, the intake will not commence. Students will be informed within 30 days before class commences.

For Full-time Programme:

  • Lectures are normally conducted by both RMIT Academic Staff and Local Lecturers.
  • Average teacher:student ratio is 1:64.
  • Full-time lectures are typically of 3 hours duration per session with 10 to 15 minutes break, which are held in the mornings or in the afternoons on weekdays.

Assessment & Attendance

  • Assessments vary from module to module. Students are normally assessed by continuous assessments in the form of mid-term class tests, individual and group assignments and projects, case studies discussion and class presentations.
  • Most modules have a final examination at the end of semester.
  • The examinations are held between late April and mid-May for semesters commencing in January and between late October and mid-November for semesters commencing in July.
  • The examinations are scheduled on weekdays and Saturdays, in the mornings and afternoons.
  • Students are usually allowed to repeat a module once only. For advanced modules with pre-requisites, students are required to satisfactorily meet the pre-requisites before undertaking the modules.
  • Attendance requirement: 
    • Local students: 75% 
    • International students: 90% 

Modules

To be awarded the Bachelor of Accounting degree, student must complete, or be exempted from completing (depending on their advanced standing status), a total of 24 modules comprising:

4 Compulsory Business Foundation Modules

  • BUSM2563 Understanding the Business Environment
  • BUSM2568 Business Decision Making
  • BUSM2573 Business in Society
  • BUSM2578 Integrated Perspectives on Business Problems

13 Degree Major Modules

  • ACCT2060 Accounting in Organisations and Society
  • LAW2446 Business Law
  • ACCT2062 Financial Accounting and Analysis
  • ECON1610 Economics and Quantitative Analysis
  • ACCT2346 Accounting Data Analytics and Visualisation
  • LAW2629 Company and Finance Law
  • ACCT1068 Cost Analysis and Organisational Decisions
  • ACCT1063 Managerial Advisory Finance
  • ACCT1054 Financial Accountability and Reporting
  • LAW2465 Singapore Taxation
  • ACCT2119 Accounting, Behaviour and Organisations
  • ACCT1080 Critical Accounting Perspectives
  • ACCT1059 Auditing 

6 Electives

  • A Business Minor and 2 Electives; OR
  •  6 Individual Electives

1 Compulsory Capstone Module

  • Economics 
  • Finance 
  • Global Business 
  • Logistics and Supply Chain 
  • Management and Change 
  • Marketing 
  • People and Organisation 

Visit course webpage to view list of modules and outlines and detailed programme structure.

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