Advanced Diploma of Accounting

This course will provide you with the training and knowledge necessary for a range of career paths in the finance industry.

Learning from our expert teachers with current industry experience, you will gain skills in:

tax for corporate entities taxation planning evaluating financial performance auditing and corporate governance preparing complex financial and management reports the principles of consumer and contract law the principles of corporations and trust law the principles of commercial and property law.

Upon completion of this course you will be equipped with a wide range of technical and communication skills to prepare you for entry into the accounting sector workforce.

To be awarded the FNS60217 Advanced Diploma of Accounting, a student must successfully complete a total of fourteen (14) units of competency, comprising of:

• three (3) core units, and;
• eleven (11) elective units, of which:

• five (5) units must be selected from the elective units listed in the FNS60217 Advanced Diploma of Accounting qualification;
• six (6) units, may be selected from the elective units listed in the FNS60217 Advanced Diploma of Accounting or from a Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma, in any currently endorsed training package or accredited course, provided they do not duplicate the outcome of another unit chosen for the qualification.

Electives must be industry relevant as well as be approved by Victoria University Polytechnic.

Course structure and units

CORE UNITS

• FNSACC624 - Monitor corporate governance activities
• FNSINC601 - Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry
• FNSINC602 - Interpret and use financial statistics and tools

ELECTIVE UNITS

• FNSACC601 - Prepare and administer tax documentation for legal entities
• FNSACC602 - Audit and report on financial systems and records
• FNSACC603 - Implement tax plans and evaluate tax obligation
• FNSACC608 - Evaluate organisation’s financial performance
• FNSACC613 - Prepare and analyse management accounting information
• FNSACC614 - Prepare complex corporate financial reports
• FNSTPB503 - Apply legal principles in consumer and contract law
• FNSTPB504 - Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law
• FNSTPB505 - Apply legal principles in property law

Imported

• BSBMGT502 - Manage people performance
• BSBMKG514 - Implement and monitor marketing activities

Recognition of Prior Learning and/or Credit Transfers

Previous completion of units at the Polytechnic or any other Registered Training Organisation and/or previous attainment of skills and knowledge may be credited towards this course. Units must satisfy the completion rules of the qualification and be assessed as appropriate by the Polytechnic.

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Applicants must have completed either:FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set and FNSSS00015 Advanced Accounting Principles Skill Set, or;FNS50215 Diploma of Accounting, or;FNS50217 Diploma of Accounting.Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

Pathways to further study

On completion of this course you will be guaranteed entry into the following degree and in some cases receive credit for your study:

You will be credited for up to 144 credit points of study.

Find out more about our study pathways to VU

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in accounting and seeking professional recognition, including tax agents, accounts managers and business analysts; and to employees performing a range of accounts management tasks for organisations in a range of industries. At this level individuals are expected to apply theoretical and technical skills in a range of situations and to display initiative and judgement in planning activities. They have autonomy in performing complex operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad but generally well-defined parameters.

Licensing/Regulatory Information Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the FNS Financial Services Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide or the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.

This qualification includes units that comprise an approved Tax Practitioner Board (TPB) course in Australian taxation law and commercial law, which are relevant for registration as a tax agent. Persons seeking registration with the TPB should check current registration requirements with the TPB, as registration requirements are reviewed regularly.