Diploma of Accounting (CRICOS 070368K)

The Diploma of Accounting is intended to provide students with foundation academic and business skills in accounting, supported with an introduction to related areas of study of economics, business law, statistics and marketing. It also develops the skills for self-directed learning and provides opportunities to apply these skills to business problems.

The Diploma of Accounting can be taken as a stand-alone course of 8 core subjects within 2 trimesters. Alternatively, the Diploma can be used as an entry point and direct entry pathway to the Bachelor of Business (Accounting). There are no electives for the Diploma of Accounting.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate current, comprehensive, coherent and connected knowledge.

Introduction to the concepts, techniques and issues of business with further development of the theory and applications of accounting

Capacity to make links between theory and practice and apply knowledge to real world problems

2. Command the skills for adaptable, lifelong learning to grow in knowledge and skill throughout their lives

Communicate effectively in varied modes and contexts and transfer knowledge and skills to others

Use critical thinking and creative skills to analyse and synthesise information and evaluate approaches to new problems

Apply problem solving skills and creative thinking to solve problems and evaluate solutions

Access, evaluate and use information professionally

Develop social interaction skills to work effectively in teams, inspire their colleagues and manage responsibly with positive results.

3. Display initiative and responsibility in their professional activities and exercise judgement in planning, problem solving and decision-making

Show an understanding of the values of scholarly enquiry

Engage effectively in advancing knowledge and its applications

Show initiative through leadership and entrepreneurialism

4. Attain an appreciation of diversity in an evolving world.

Value ethical conduct and professionalism in work and civic life

Respect diversity and social justice

Appreciate the experiences and achievements of other cultures