What does this course involve?
As you read this information, please note the course is going to be re-accredited. There will be minor changes to the information provided here.
This course will give you advanced accounting skills so you can start or enhance your career as a middle-level professional accountant.
You will learn how to undertake duties in a wide range of manual and computer-based accounting tasks, perform internal and external audits and tax-related tasks.
You will review and develop business plans, develop and use complex spreadsheets and prepare complex corporate financial reports.
You will also gain essential communication skills, learn how to apply health and safety practices in the workplace and develop an understanding of professional practice within the financial services industry.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course prepares you for middle-level management tasks in:
- financial analysis
- financial accounting officer
- corporation law assistant
- costing projects manager.
As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
Accreditation
Nationally Recognised
What further study options will I have?
You may be able to select a specialist study stream at a more advanced level at other institutions or universities and possibly receive credit for studies already undertaken.
Can I apply?
- You must have successfully completed Year 12 of education, or equivalent and demonstrate competency in the underpinning knowledge required for this course
How do I apply?
Direct Entry - Rolling enrolments
If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).
How will I be selected for this course?
- No Selection Process Required
Length of course
The time taken to complete this course will vary depending on the individual input.
Where will I study?
Off campus
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Government Funded
This course attracts Victorian Government funding. For information about Fees and Charges please click here. This qualification may also be provided on a fee for service basis to industry, interstate or international students.
How will I be assessed?
- Written assessment
- Examination or testing
Will my previous experience or study count?
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are the 2009 calendar year indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.