[dragonmaiden]

Hi guys, i am in a dilemma whether to pursue a bachelor degree in economics & finance or accounting. I am a diploma holder graduating from TP in biomedical engineering and my gpa is 3.23 (Not enough to enter Big 3 local unis). I applied for UNISIM accounting full time programme and successfully got a placing with them but i am now reconsidering my options as i have no plans to work in a coporate environment for the long term.

Another concern is $$$. I only have 1k savings, parents dont have the financial capabilities to support me UNISIM accounting will be 30k 4 years with government subsidies and grants. While economics and finance RMIT would be 26k 2.5 years. I also do want to live and work overseas if given the opportunities so which 1 would be more recognized?

I just want to learn the basic fundamentals of accounting and financial statement analysis enough to allow me to make better decisions when investing in stock market as well as being familiar with the numbers if i have plans to run my own business in the future. I am not planning to go in-depth and specialize in any areas of accounting or become a cpa.

Anyone from the accounting or finance industry can provide your insights and experience as i heard the role of accountants are boring dead-end jobs while working in the finance industry would be more interesting, fulfilling and dynamic.

Which degree would give a better future prospect and salary wise which would be more attractive?

THANKS!!