Overview
The Diploma of Accounting will give you a strong working knowledge of the principles of accounting, tax, finance, statistics and law as they apply to the accounting profession, as well as the broader Australian business environment.
Career opportunities, include:
- assistant accountant
- office manager
- accounts payable and accounts receivable officers
- payroll service providers
Pathways to further study:
- Advanced Diploma of Accounting
- Bachelor of Business (Accounting) with up to one year’s advanced standing
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Studying the Diploma of Accounting at Holmesglen
Classes are highly interactive, with challenging and relevant assignments and projects. You will gain knowledge and skills in practical accounting applications to gain employment in entry level accounting positions.
Course structure
Timetable
Full time: Monday 9am to 4pm, Tuesday 9am to 4pm, Wednesday 9am to 5.30pm
Part time: Monday to Thursday 6pm to 9pm
Units
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| Unit code |
Name |
| BSBFIA401 |
Prepare financial reports |
| FNSACC408 |
Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry |
| FNSACC513 |
Manage budgets and forecasts |
| FNSACC511 |
Provide financial and business performance information |
| FNSACC512 |
Prepare tax documentation for individuals |
| FNSACC514 |
Prepare financial reports for corporate entities |
| FNSACC517 |
Provide management accounting information |
| FNSINC602 |
Interpret and use financial statistics and tools |
| FNSACC516 |
Implement and maintain internal control procedures |
| FNSTPB503 |
Apply legal principles in contract and consumer law |
| FNSTPB504 |
Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law |
| Code | Name |
|---|
| BSBFIA401 | Prepare financial reports |
| FNSACC408 | Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry |
| FNSACC513 | Manage budgets and forecasts |
| FNSACC511 | Provide financial and business performance information |
| FNSACC512 | Prepare tax documentation for individuals |
| FNSACC514 | Prepare financial reports for corporate entities |
| FNSACC517 | Provide management accounting information |
| FNSINC602 | Interpret and use financial statistics and tools |
| FNSACC516 | Implement and maintain internal control procedures |
| FNSTPB503 | Apply legal principles in contract and consumer law |
| FNSTPB504 | Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law |
Assessment
Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.
Entry requirements
Completion of FNS40617 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping;
OR
Completion of FNS40615 Certificate IV in Accounting or equivalent;
OR
Completion of FNS40215 Certificate IV in Bookkeeping or equivalent.
OR
Completion of the following six units, or their equivalent:
• FNSACC311 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
• FNSACC312 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers
• FNSACC408 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
• FNSACC416 Set up and operate a computerised accounting system
• FNSTPB401 Complete business activity and instalment activity statements
• FNSTPB402 Establish and maintain payroll systems;
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
Recognition of prior learning
You may be able to shorten the length of your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.
Outcomes
Qualification and recognition
On completion, students receive the FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting
How to apply
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Recruitment
Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.
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Fees
| Tuition fees (GST exempt) |
Cost |
| Full Fee | $6,737.50 |
| Government subsidised | $4,189.50 |
| Free TAFE eligible student | FREE |
| JobTrainer eligible student | FREE |
| Mandatory Materials and Activities fees * (GST inc) |
|
| Materials fee | $0.00 |
| Activities fee | $0.00 |
Additional costs may also apply for course consumables and other costs. These may include consumables such as learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing and other costs such as immunisation costs, National Police Check and Working with Children Check for relevant courses.
To view the additional costs that may apply to your course, download a full list of estimated additional costs by course (PDF - 102kb).
All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession
.
VET Student Loans are available to eligible student to pay for tuition fees for this course. Read more about VET Student Loans.