Course structure
The course provides training in accounting procedures to assist senior accountants or undertake duties requiring the services of a professional accountant.
Students will gain broad-based skills and knowledge in accounting specialisations, including corporate financial accounting, financial management, cost and management accounting, accounting systems and internal controls, and taxation.
Course Modules
| Module Code | Module Title |
| FNSACC511 | Provide financial and business performance information |
| FNSACC512 | Prepare tax documentation for individuals** |
| FNSACC513 | Manage budgets and forecasts |
| FNSACC514 | Prepare financial reports for corporate entities |
| FNSACC516 | Implement and maintain internal control procedures |
| FNSACC517 | Provide management accounting information |
| BSBITU402 | Develop and use complex spreadsheets |
| FNSACC505 | Establish and maintain accounting information systems |
| FNSTPB504 | Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law |
| BSBFIA401 | Prepare Financial Reports |
| FNSACC311 | Process financial transactions and extract interim reports |
Major study areas
- Accounting information systems
- Management accounting
- Auditing
- Budgeting
- Financial management
- Business computer applications
- Business law
- Corporate accounting
- Business mathematics
- Taxation
Fees (Books and Equipment Cost):
Approximately $1,700
Prerequisites:
Certificate IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting (099712E)
February and July intake.
| Term 1 |
28 January – 27 March |
| Holidays |
28 March – 13 April |
| Term 2 |
14 April – 26 June |
| Holidays |
27 June – 12 July |
| Term 3 |
13 July – 18 September |
| Holidays |
19 September – 4 October |
| Term 4 |
5 October – 18 December |
Study pathways
Students can undertake further studies at the university level
Career pathways
Graduates may seek employment as a:
- Assistant accountant (financial/costing)
- Professional bookkeeper
- Office Manager
- Senior Financial Clerk