GD-PRFACC v.1 Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting

Graduate Diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.

Specifically, this course is designed for those working or seeking to work in a field that requires a general understanding of accounting related matters, and who may intend to progress into the Master of Professional Accounting course. It is useful for those interested in pursuing a career in professional accounting and related fields.

This course is accredited in Australia by CPA Australia. This course is accredited internationally by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants.

Career Opportunities

Graduates generally find employment with private and public organisations (national and international).

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a uniform, a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

Graduate Diplomas contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study.

The course is made up of eight units - six core units plus two optional units, totalling 200 credits. It encompasses a broad range of professional accounting concepts and equips students for professional practice.

Course Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. apply principles of accounting, economics, information systems, statistics, law and social sciences as they relate to reporting business activity.

2. critically analyse issues in collection, recording and reporting of economic activity to enable the development of accounting information systems giving cost effective decision useful information.

3. locate, extract and critically appraise decision useful information related to economic activity from sources within an organisation and from external sources.

4. relate the significance of commercial events and issues to the business and investing community using effectively structured financial communication and appropriate language.

5. use electronic resources to effectively interrogate databases, analyse data, collect information and communicate.

6. take responsibility for self directed learning and the development of a career long attitude of continuing professional development.

7. recognise the global nature of accounting by applying international financial reporting standards and appreciate the information requirements of a global financial system.

8. demonstrate an understanding that cultural practices and differences impact commercial practices and interpersonal relations.

9. apply an ethical approach to analysing and reporting commercial activities; advising clients; demonstrate leadership and the ability to delegate tasks to ensure timely outcomes; Work independently and in teams to achieve agreed outcomes.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Location and delivery Mode

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.

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Applicants for a Graduate Diploma are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://study.curtin.edu.au/. Applicants generally require a Bachelor Degree or Graduate Certificate. Any specific course entry and completion requirements must also be met.

A qualification, not majoring in accounting, that is recognised at a level equal to or greater than AQF Level 7; OR a recognised 4 year overseas qualification in Accounting discipline, as determined by the School of Accounting; OR Proof of appropriate relevant 3 to 5 years work experience, as determined by the School of Accounting; OR a Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting from Curtin. In addition, you must meet Curtin's English language proficiency.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for credit for recognised learning are not considered within this course.

Intermediate Awards

A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course:

GC-PRFACC Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

Pathway to Further Study

Graduates may qualify for entry to some Master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.