Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Advanced Diploma in Accounting aims to provide students with the opportunity to obtain knowledge and skills relating to manual and computerised bookkeeping, financial reporting, costing, budgeting, taxation, financial accounting, auditing and financial management. On completion of the taxation modules and two years relevant experience students may be eligible register as tax agents.
Course Structure:
The Advanced Diploma of Accounting incorporates the Certificate III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical) and the Diploma of Accounting. Students must complete all prerequisite competencies from each level before commencing the advanced diploma. This is a nationally accredited qualification and the course structure is subject to change.
Units of Study:
To attain a Advanced Diploma of Accounting, 17 units must be achieved: four industry core units, five prerequisite units common to the Diploma of Accounting one sectoral core unit, plus seven elective units Four industry core units: FNSICGEN301B Communicate in the workplace FNSICGEN302B Use technology in the workplace FNSICGEN304B Apply health and safety practices in the workplace FNSICIND401B Apply principles of professional practice to work in the financial services industry Five prerequisite units: Competency in the following core sectoral units from the Diploma of Accounting must be demonstrated prior to awarding of this qualification: FNSACCT502B Prepare income tax returns FNSACCT503B Manage budgets and forecasts FNSACCT504B Prepare financial reports for a reporting entity FNSACCT506B Implement and maintain internal control procedures FNSACCT507B Provide management accounting information Sectoral core units: Students must achieve the following sectoral core unit: FNSACCT604B Monitor corporate governance activities Elective units: Students must achieve at least seven approved elective units. Elective units currently available for study as part of this course include: FNSACCT601B Prepare complex tax returns and lodgements FNSACCT602B Audit and report on financial systems and records FNSACCT603B Implement tax plans and evaluate tax compliance FNSACCT607B Evaluate business performance FNSACCT613B Prepare and analyse management accounting information FNSACCT614B Prepare complex corporate financial reports FNSFMKT501B Analyse financial markets and information FNSICORG516B Prepare financial reports to meet statutory requirements FNSICORG517B Prepare financial forecasts and projections Elective units must be chosen as follows: all seven elective units may be selected from the list of units suitable at advanced diploma level of the seven elective units, at least four units must be chosen from the units specified by the TAFE School of Business of the seven elective units, up to three units may be selected from the list of units suitable at diploma level or above from this Training Package or other endorsed Training Packages the choice of electives should be appropriate to the level and integrity of the qualification and to the workplace outcomes it is designed to meet
Career Opportunities:
The course provides up-to-date training for a variety of accounting positions such as assistant accountant in medium to large organisations.
Professional recognition:
On completion of the advanced diploma, graduates are eligible for membership of the National Institute of Accountants (NIA).
Entry Requirements:
Successful completion of an appropriate Victorian Year 12 or its equivalent, or mature age.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with appropriate prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of the course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. Swinburne policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Pathways (articulation):
An advanced credit transfer system, known as the Pathways program, is in place at Swinburne. Through Pathways, students with one or more of a wide range of post-secondary qualifications (both local and international) can gain entry into a course with advanced standing. Certain subject requirements must be met and an acceptable standard of results achieved in order to gain admission and for maximum credit to be granted. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer Guide at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. To learn more about RPL and complete a self assessment, visit our RPL website.
Course Fees:
The Victorian Government is introducing a new TAFE fee structure from 1 July 2009. There are new eligibility requirements regarding Government Funded places. Details on Swinburne TAFE Fees can be found at: www.swinburne.edu.au/fees information on the eligibility criteria at: www.skills.vic.gov.au/tafe_students/student-faqs
Scholarships:
For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit: www.swin.edu.au/scholarships
Application Procedure:
The advanced diploma forms the last of four stages of the Advanced Diploma of Accounting qualification. Applications to study the advanced diploma full-time must be made through VTAC. VTAC codes: 77201 (Hawthorn) 70721 (Lilydale) For further information, visit the VTAC website at: www.vtac.edu.au Applicants who wish to study the advanced diploma part-time or who wish to commence mid-year should contact the School of Business to obtain an application form or may apply online at: www.tafe.swin.edu.au/buscom/application.htm An offer of a place is always subject to availability. The university reserves the right to make offers to early applicants during this period and close applications when the course is full. Where demand for a course is not met the course may be cancelled at short notice.
Further information:
Submit an Online Enquiry Tel: 1300 368 777 Email: study@swinburne.edu.au Website: www.tafe.swin.edu.au/business
