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Accounting - International



Courses Offered

  • Advanced Diploma of Accounting
  • Diploma of Accounting
  • Certificate IV in Financial Services (Accounting)
  • Certificate III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical)


Overview

This program has a strong emphasis on information technology and practical accounting skills to equip you with the competence to quickly become a productive member in an accounting environment.


Job Opportunities

Advanced Diploma Professional Accountant, Banker, Tax Agent, Financial Manager, Consulting and Strategic Business Planning, Small Business Advisor

Diploma Assistant Accountant (inventory, payroll, accounts receivable and payable, computerised bookkeeping and costing), Budget Officers, Office Managers, Administration Managers

Certificate IV Office Manager, Accounts Assistant, Fixed Asset Clerk

Certificate III Cashier, Bookkeeper, Accounts Payable/Receivable Assistant, Payroll Assistant


Areas of Study

Advanced Diploma

  • corporate financial reporting
  • financial modeling
  • corporate law
  • contemporary governance issues
  • corporate finance
  • income tax law
  • management accounting

Diploma

  • information systems for accounting
  • business plans
  • managing business finance
  • financial reporting
  • internal control
  • forecasts and budgets
  • income tax law

Certificate IV

  • management accounting
  • computerised accounting and budgets
  • law and commerce
  • accounting principals
  • economics
  • business activity statements
  • business tax procedures
  • teams for accounting Certificate III
  • accounting principals
  • principals for law
  • computing for accounting
  • communicating for accounting
  • financial modeling
  • business calculations
  • accounting principals


Teaching Methods and Assessment

Teaching methods include scheduled face-to-face structured learning which may include lectures, seminars, group work and scenarios. A blended learning option is available which
combines face-to-face classes with online components.

Assessment will include in-class tests, projects and assignments. It will also include the application of skills and knowledge in real and simulated work settings.


Duration

Advanced Diploma 2 years
Diploma 18 months
Certificate IV 1 year
Certificate III 6 months


Study Pathways

Students who successfully complete the Advanced Diploma of Accounting and gain a place at the University of Canberra will receive a total of 30 credit points out of a total of 72 credit points for the Bachelor of Commerce and a total of 24 credit points out of a total of 72 credit points for the Bachelor of Business Informatics.

Graduates of the Advanced Diploma of Accounting also qualify for associate membership of the National Institute of Accountants (NIA).


Entry Requirements

  • ACT Year 12 Certificate or equivalent or Adult Entry
  • IELTS 6.0


Materials and Equipment Fees

Textbooks $450 (AUD) per semester
Equipment $50 (AUD) per semester
Stationery $50 (AUD) per semester


Tuition Fees

$9,600 (AUD) per year


Start Date

February 2008
July 2008


Campus

These courses are conducted on CIT's Reid Campus


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