Overview
Full Time: 6 months
, Part Time: 1 year
The Diploma of Accounting will give you the practical skills and knowledge you need to work in the accounting profession.
You will develop 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.
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
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.
SUBJECTS
Provide financial and business performance information
Prepare tax documentation for individuals
Prepare financial reports for corporate entities
Provide management accounting information
Interpret and use financial statistics and tools
Apply legal principles in consumer and contract law
Implement and maintain internal control procedures
Apply legal principles in corporations and trusts law
Manage budgets and forecasts
Prepare financial reports
Introduce cloud computing into business operations
Entry requirements
Satisfactory completion of Holmesglen's Certificate IV in Accounting
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
PATHWAYS
Graduates can continue their studies with the Advanced Diploma of Accounting.
Pathways for International students
On satisfactory completion of the Diploma of Accounting, you will be eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Business (Accounting), and receive up to 1 year’s advanced standing, subject to:
- Providing evidence of English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (Academic) with no individual bandscore less than 6.0
All students transiting from Vocational to Higher Education will enter a Transition to Degree Program prior to the commencement of their Degree classes to ensure their preparedness for Higher Education studies.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Assistant Account
- Bookkeeper
- Office manager
How to apply
APPLY VIA AGENT
Holmesglen recommends international students apply through one of our accredited student recruitment agents. This will assist you in the preparation of all application documents and ensure that you are well counselled on the Australian Government's Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements for International students. Further information of the GTE requirements is available at: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
To find out more, visit How to Apply for International Students.
If you have further questions about your application, please contact our International Centre:
T: 03 9564 1703
E: intl@holmesglen.edu.au
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.
Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.