Diploma Of Accounting | Chisholm TAFE

Build on your existing accounting skills and maximise your employment opportunities in this field

This course has been superseded on the national register and will be replaced with the latest version of the course listed in the approved training package. You will be contacted with further details regarding the revised course.

When studying this course you will develop advanced skills in areas such as income tax, management accounting, budgeting and forecasting, performance analysis, financial reporting and leadership. Once you successfully complete this Chisholm course, you’ll qualify to be accredited by the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) and the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT).

Course code: FNS50217
CRICOS: 098196F
Delivery location: Dandenong
International: Apply Now
Length: Full Time, 6 months.
Start dates: February, July

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General Information:
The program reflects both existing practice and emerging trends in the finance industry, providing you with readily transferable professional skills. Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of theory and practical study and simulated work situations. Assessment is progressive throughout the program. This nationally recognised qualification may lead to employment in roles such as assistant accountant or financial controller in a broad range of organisations.

Mode of Study: On Campus

Industry or Work Placements:
Not applicable for this course

Academic Pathways:
Graduates from the Diploma are able to apply to higher education studies in a Bachelor of Accounting program.

Advanced Standing:
Current as at January 2022 (subject to change):

• Federation University Bachelor of Professional Accounting (BH5) – 120 credit points
• Deakin University – refer website for TAFE Pathways: Deakin TAFE Pathways

Chisholm Institute is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
BSBTEC402	Design and produce complex spreadsheets
BSBLDR411	Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
FNSFLT512	Facilitate customer awareness of the Australian financial system and markets
FNSACC505	Establish and maintain accounting information systems
FNSORG506	Prepare financial forecasts and projections
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

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Diploma Of Accounting
Possible job outcome	finance sector supervisor assistant accountant

Admission requirements

Academic IELTS 5.5 with no band less than 5.0, an Australian Year 12 (VCE or equivalent) or international equivalent qualification, Completion of either FNS40615 Certificate IV in Accounting (or equivalent) OR FNS40215 Certificate IV in Bookkeeping (or equivalent)., Where suitable, international students may also enrol direct into Diploma of Accounting which will incorporate the Certificate IV units. Contact us at international@chisholm.edu.au regarding this direct entry option.
Fees
Estimated total course fee = $6,655 Tuition fee (GST exempt) $6,600 plus $55 (material fee). Student services fee of $270 is being waived for 2022-2023 enrolments.

Please note: Students may be required to undertake an assessment of their literacy and numeracy as part of their application process.

Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.

Chisholm courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start date of the course. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are reached. In that situation, eligible applicants will be offered a place in the next available intake.

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