Money makes the world go round – so you can understand why an accountant’s job is so important. With dual skills in accounting and business analytics, you’ll be ready to take your career to new heights.
Adelaide University’s Master of Accounting and Business Analytics combines traditional accounting knowledge with modern analytical tools. Be able to understand complex financial data and apply the latest technologies to solve business problems.
Build foundational knowledge across economics and finance, before completing advanced coursework in accounting and business analytics.
After 2 years of full-time study, cash in your learning for advanced roles in business and finance.
Adelaide University’s Master of Accounting and Business Analytics is a digitally focused and industry-designed degree, preparing you to solve modern business challenges. Hone your accounting and business analytics skills – ready for that job promotion you’ve been wanting, or your dream career.
Nail the basics with introductory courses in economics, accounting, business analytics and finance. As you go further into your studies, you’ll tackle more complex accounting and business analytics topics – including predictive and visual analytics, management accounting, advanced financial accounting and managing with big data analytics. Sharpen your skills with an industry project in your final year, gaining an insight into the kind of work you might do.
Graduate able to use cutting-edge predictive tools, apply data visualisation methods and understand the key laws, regulations, and issues modern businesses face. You’ll be ready to advance your accounting or business career and possess key analytical skills employers are looking for.
Challenge yourself with advanced accounting and business analytics coursework. Advance your career prospects. Benefit from a cutting-edge curriculum, with courses focusing on key AI tools and capabilities. Build foundational business knowledge in economics and finance. Complete an industry project in your final year. Build analytical skills in-demand by employers. Our Master of Accounting and Business Analytics will cover business fundamentals, along with advanced accounting and business analytics principles. You’ll also get familiar with cutting-edge AI tools and how they can be applied to make complex business decisions.
In your first year, you’ll build a solid foundation on key business principles, with topics on quantitative methods, economic principles, accounting concepts and methods, principles of finance and business analytics. You will also cover more specialised topics like accounting systems and processes, intermediate financial reporting and customer analytics. Understand how accounting systems are used in organisations to make decisions and problem-solve. Learn how to apply accounting standards to make informed policy choices. Be able to analyse customer data to improve business performance.
In second year, go deeper into advanced accounting and business analytics. Study topics on predictive and visual analytics, commercial and business law, management accounting, auditing and assurance services, advanced financial accounting, and managing with big data analytics. Understand how to use existing and emerging AI tools to help you make decisions – such as forecasting product sales or market trends. Build an awareness of business laws and regulations, current issues in auditing and methods for consolidating financial statements. Discover financial budgeting and forecasting techniques and how to leverage AI for processing big data. You’ll also tailor your studies by choosing between a course on chatbots and text analytics for business, or taxation law. Consolidate your learning with an industry project on business analytics in your final months – preparing you for the real world.
Complete 96 units comprising:
Complete 84 units for ALL of the following:
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Course name
Quantitative Methods M
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Course code
BAFI5015
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6
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Course name
Economic Principles
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Course code
ECON5001
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6
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Course name
Accounting Concepts and Methods
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Course code
ACCT5001
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6
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Course name
Principles of Finance
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Course code
BAFI5000
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Units
6
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Course name
Accounting Systems and Processes M
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Course code
ACCT5005
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Units
6
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Course name
Intermediate Financial Reporting
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Course code
BAFI5001
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Units
6
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Course name
Fundamentals of Business Analytics
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Course code
BAFI5005
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Units
6
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Course name
Customer Analytics
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Course code
MARK5001
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Units
6
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Course name
Predictive and Visual Analytics
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Course code
BAFI6003
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Units
6
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Course name
Commercial and Business Law
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Course code
BUSI5097
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Units
6
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Course name
Management Accounting
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Course code
ACCT5003
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Units
6
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Course name
Auditing and Assurance Services
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Course code
ACCT6001
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Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Financial Accounting
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Course code
ACCT6003
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Units
6
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Course name
Managing with Big Data Analytics
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Course code
BUSI6028
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6
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Complete 6 units for ALL of the following:
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Course name
Business Analytics Project 1
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Course code
BUSI6029
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6
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Complete 6 units comprising:
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Chatbots and Text Analytics for Business
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Course code
BUSI6027
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6
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Course name
Taxation Law M
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Course code
BUSI6055
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6
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As an Accounting and Business Analytics graduate, you could enter various roles. Maybe you’ll be a financial analyst, analysing financial data to inform business decisions – like which market a business should launch their product in next. Perhaps you’ll be an accounting manager, overseeing teams and delivering strategic financial advice. You might become a tax consultant, helping businesses save money and comply with taxation laws.
You could also pursue the following careers:
In their Future of Jobs Report, the World Economic Forum (WEF) found more than 75% of companies are looking to adopt big data and AI technologies by 2028, and analytical thinking is the most in-demand skill by employers (WEF, 2023). Another survey conducted by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand discovered vacancy rates were below 67% for many accountant roles, indicating a skills shortage for these occupations (Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and CPA Australia, 2024). Such findings reveal just how in demand your skills will be. Advancing your accounting and business analytics knowledge will make you a coveted employee – ready to embrace new technologies and deliver sound financial advice – which are essential in today’s business environment.
Adelaide University is working through relevant approvals for program accreditation ahead of students commencing in 2026.
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Adelaide University sets you up for success in your studies – and your social life. You’ll have access to work placement and internship opportunities, overseas study tours and exchanges, networking events with guest speakers and more. Our campuses are equipped with purpose-built facilities including lecture theatres, libraries, workshops, laboratories, and spaces that simulate real work environments. These are all supported by the latest technologies and a 24/7 online learning platform with personalised study information and resources.
You’ll have everything you need to live well and thrive during your studies, with health services on campus, gymnasiums, technology zones and modern student lounges. Get involved in campus sport or join our student clubs that will connect you to your passions – and the people who share them.
Adelaide also has a variety of accommodation options to suit your individual requirements and budget, with options ranging from dedicated student accommodation to private rentals. One of the world’s most liveable cities, Adelaide has lots of leafy parks, gardens and social hubs – and some of the highest living standards globally. No matter where you are in Adelaide, you’re only a short distance from beaches, vineyards, museums, art galleries, restaurants, bars and parklands. Visit the accommodation web page to find out more.
Student services
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You’ll also have unlimited access to our dedicated student support hub. Visit in-person or online, or contact our friendly team by phone. We can assist you with anything study-related including enrolment, identification cards, timetables, fees and more.
You'll be studying at one of our renowned campuses, accessing cutting-edge facilities and contemporary study spaces.
Your courses will require a combination of different learning formats, including lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars and practicals. Aside from your classes, you’ll also need to allocate additional time for independent study. This may include assignments, readings, projects and contributing to online discussion forums. As a rough guide, full-time studies may require 12-26 hours of class time and 14-18 hours of independent study per week.
During your studies at Adelaide University, you’ll complete a mixture of practical, professional and research-based learning. Your assessment types will vary depending on the degree you’re studying, but may include:
