Associate Degree in Commerce 
 

 
Traineeship
Course Code
: 
ADC01 
CRICOS Code: 054849D 
Centre:
Business Programs
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area: Business 
Study Area Sub Category: Accounting 
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Subjects

Duration

2 years

Intake dates

January

What does this course involve?

This two-year accounting degree will prepare you for a variety of business roles in management, team-leading, coordination, marketing, accounting or import/export. It will also prepare you for the Bachelor of Commerce. You will develop skills in accounting, finance, management, marketing, business law, economics and international business. This course will also prepare you for a wide range of general graduate positions in business environments.

Entrance requirements

Australian Year 12 or equivalent with a pass, however relevant senior employment experience in industry will be considered.

English language proficiency

A minimum IELTS overall score of 6.0 (Academic with no band less than 5.5).
A minimum TOEFL score of 550 for paper examination; 213 for computer based and 79 for Internet based.


Special admission requirements

None

Cost

$AUD14,560 per year, plus amenities and materials fees.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course will prepare you for a wide range of generalist graduate positions in business environments.

What further study options will I have?

You may be able to articulate with up to two years credit in a three-year Bachelor Degree of Commerce at Deakin University. You may be eligible for advanced standing in any business or commerce degree at different universities.

Accreditation

Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA).

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

Course Structure

The Associate Degree in Commerce is a two year higher education program. Graduates may be eligible for up to two years credit in a three-year Bachelor of Commerce degree at Deakin University (CRICOS Provider No. 00113B (Vic)). In the Associate Degree, students undertake eight core units in the first year.
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Subjects

Stage 1
BAC101
Accounting for decision making
This subject will examine how information produced by the traditional book-keeping process is used by various decision makers in allocating scarce resources. The emphasis in this subject is on the 'users' of accounting information not the processes for the preparation of the accounting information. The tools used for decision making by external users and management are explored in detail along with accounting information systems and the internal controls necessary to produce useful information. The accounting for short-term management will also be examined.
BEC101
Economics 1
This subject will develop an understanding of how the Australian economy operates. It will enable students to analyse economic events and understand their effect on the economy and society as a whole. It looks at how the larger sectors of our economy operate, in particular the household, business, government and international sectors. The study of microeconomics theory (or the theory of price) covers issues such as supply and demand, foreign trade, economic growth, government regulation, socialism, inflation and economic recession.
BLC101
Business law 1
This subject is intended to serve as an introduction to the law’s operation in Australian industry and commerce. The unit covers the Australian legal system, sources of law, as well as the law of contract and the law relating to professional negligence.
BMK101
Marketing concepts
This is an introductory subject for marketing and marketing management with a focus on the marketing of consumer goods and services. Students will be introduced to the concepts of marketing strategies, and given the opportunity to apply the theoretical aspects of the course to problems similar to those encountered in the business environment.
Stage 2
BAC201
Finance 1
This subject is intended to serve as an introduction to personal and corporate money management. Some major areas of finance and risk and return concepts will be discussed. Further, the various techniques involved in finance and the application of these techniques to make investment decisions in the share, property and debt markets, both locally and internationally, will be investigated.
BMM201
Management
This subject provides fundamental competencies, knowledge and skills for students planning a career within organisations. Knowledge of organisational structure and the operations of organisations, the processes of management and the behaviour of people at work are essential to all business graduates.
BMM202
Workplace communication
This subject will develop understanding and skills necessary to communicate effectively in the modern business environment. The student will develop their understanding and ability of formal oral and written communication, negotiation, meetings, conflict resolution, problem solving and interpersonal skills within this environment.
BEC201
Economics 2
This subject will develop a practical understanding of economic concepts including opportunity costs, why countries trade, scarcity and demand and supply. It will equip students with the ability to understand why organizations and households behave a certain way, why governments sometimes intervene in the economy, considering the effects of this intervention.
Stage 3
BIT301
Business information systems
This subject will develop within the student an understanding of Information Technology within the modern business environment. Students will develop competency in the use of computers and the design and implementation of information systems within the organisation, including electronic business concepts.
BMM301
Business decision making
This unit will provide the necessary techniques for the collection, analysis and presentation of business data. The student will focus on the application of concepts and use of the computer as a tool.
BAC301
Management accounting
This subject is intended to enable the provision of information to management, thus allowing them to make decisions about the allocation of resources in line with the strategic plan of the enterprise. This information will assist management to plan and control current operations, review and evaluate the performance of people and various segments of a business and to make improved strategic long-term and tactical short-term decisions.
BAC302
Accounting concepts and systems
This subject will examine the conceptual framework for financial accounting together with developing a sound practical knowledge of thecrecording and reporting process.
Stage 4
BMM402
Business ethics
This subject strives to develop within the student a concept of ethics within today's business environment. The subject helps to foster an environment where business situations with potentially unethical dimensions can be openly discussed and resolved to the best interests of stakeholders. After studying the subject, students should be able to competently and responsibly arrive at well-informed and ethically conscious decisions.
MLC402
Marketing law
This subject is intended to provide an understanding of the basic consumer law principles. In particular, to gain sufficient understanding of the legal environment in which the marketing process operates to enable students to be aware of legal implications, identify legal risks and take full advantage of legal rights.
BAC401
Financial accounting theory
This subject examines the nature of financial accounting theory and various approaches to accounting theory. Also examined is the framework for setting Australian accounting standards and various accounting issues, including issues related to assets, liabilities, owners’ equity, revenues, expenses, leases and foreign currency. The study of these areas should consolidate a further understanding of accounting techniques previously studied in other accounting units and promote the examination of various contemporary accounting issues.
BAC402
Business finance 2
This subject is intended to introduce students to theoretical concepts and practical application in business finance. It is concerned with making investment decisions, the financial implications of those investments and the distribution of business income.
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