AUSTRALIAN COLLEGE OF THE PROFESSIONS
ACP
FNS60215 Advanced Diploma in Accounting
Course Description
This qualification is designed to reflect the role of individuals working in accounting and seeking professional identification. At this level individuals are expected to apply theoretical and technical skills in a range of situations and to display initiative and judgement in planning activities. They have autonomy in performing complex operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad but generally well-defined parameters.
Pathways
The preferred pathway into this qualification is from the FNS50215 Diploma of Accounting. There are many pathways a graduating student could follow after achieving the FNS60215 Advanced Diploma of Accounting. Candidates may undertake further higher education studies or proceed with other studies related to their vocation.
Course Delivery
Duration
18 months (78 Weeks)
Career Opportunities
Graduates may find employment in senior accounting roles. Job roles and titles will vary across different industry sectors however possible job titles relevant to this qualification include Chief Financial Officer, Finance Director, Senior Accounts Manager, Finance Manager, Accounting Supervisor.
Course Structure
To obtain this qualification, students must complete 14 units (3 core units and 11 elective).
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FNSACC604 Monitor corporate governance activities - core
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FNSINC601 Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry - core
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FNSINC602 Interpret and use financial statistics and tools - core
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FNSACC507 Provide management accounting information – elective
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BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports - elective
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FNSACC301 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports – elective
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FNSACC503 Manage budgets and forecasts - elective
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FNSACC501 Provide financial and business performance information – elective
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FNSACC504 *Prepare financial reports for corporate entities - elective
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FNSACC602 *Audit and report on financial systems and controls - elective
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FNSACC613 *Prepare and analyse management accounting information - elective
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FNSACC506 Implement and maintain internal control procedures - elective
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FNSACC607 *Evaluate business performance - elective
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FNSACC505 Establish and maintain accounting information systems - elective
*Note the following prerequisite unit requirements
For FNSACC504 Prepare financial reports for corporate entities, requires BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports and FNSACC301 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
For FNSACC602 Audit and report on financial systems and controls, requires FNSACC506 Implement and maintain internal control procedures
For FNSACC613 Prepare and analyse management accounting information, requires FNSACC507 Provide management accounting information
For FNSACC607 Evaluate business performance, requires FNSACC501 Provide financial and business performance
Intakes
Students can enroll anytime before the start of an upcoming Course Term.
Course Terms
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Term 1 – 15/01/2018 to 23/03/2018
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Term 2 – 09/04/2018 to 15/06/2018
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Term 3 – 02/07/2018 to 07/09/2018
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Term 4 – 24/09/2018 to 30/11/2018
Fees
Course Fees - AU$9,000
Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
Course Material
All course material is provided and costs are included in the Course Fee. Students may also be referred to other publically available material that is available free of charge.
How to Apply
You may apply for entry into this course through our website: www.professions.edu.au
More Information
http://training.gov.au/Training/Details/FNS60215
Send us an email at info@professions.edu.au or call us on +61 2 8324 7466