Graduate Certificate in Accounting
Why study the Graduate Certificate in Accounting at UNE?
The Graduate Certificate in Accounting is a course that will service the needs of students requiring four or less units for accreditation with the professional accounting bodies. It can serve as an entry and exit point for the Master of Professional Accounting. The course comprises four units (that is 24 credit points) and is usually used to supplement existing studies in accounting to satisfy the entry requirements of the professional accounting organisations. Subjects are drawn from the Master of Professional Accounting and may cover introductory as well as advanced units in accounting, finance, systems, law, auditing, economics and business statistics.
Career Opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Accounting is a course that will service the needs of students requiring four or less units for accreditation with the professional accounting bodies. Once associate membership is obtained students can pursue professional studies with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, CPA Australia or the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) for full membership.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
Up to 2 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)
Full Fee
International
2018 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Online
Trimester 2, Online
Official Abbreviation | GradCertAcct | |||||||||
Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||
CRICOS Code | 062424G | |||||||||
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Fees | CSP (quotas apply) / Full Fee / International | |||||||||
Total Credit Points | 24 | |||||||||
Intensive Schools | Optional weekend schools are available for some units for online students. |
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Entry Requirements | A candidate shall: (a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification or above; or (b) have at least five years of relevant professional experience*; applicants must submit two referee reports from employers or senior colleagues (on employer's letter or company letterhead), and a resume. *Relevant professional experience refers to a position of responsibility in any organisational or industry context. |
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Advanced Standing | Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Advanced Standing. The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 12 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course. |
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Academic Colours | Spectrum Orange (BCC 57) |
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Further Information |
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall:
(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification or above; or
(b) have at least five years’ of relevant professional experience*; applicants must submit two referee reports from employers or senior colleagues (on employer's or company letterhead) and a resume.
*Relevant professional experience refers to a position of responsibility in any organisational or industry context.
Advanced Standing
Candidates are referred to the University Policy on Advanced Standing.
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 12 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by UNE and approved for the course.
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be up to two years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 24 credit points including at least 18 credit points at 400-level and not more than 6 credit points at 500-level as approved by the course coordinator.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete the program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
Course Structure | Credit Points |
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Core Units | 12 cps |
Listed Units | 12 cps |
Total | 24 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Graduate Certificate in Accounting.
Appeals
Candidates are referred to the Academic Assessment Appeals Policy and the Academic Assessment Appeals Procedures.
Course Progression
Candidates are referred to the Course Progression Rule and the Course Progression Procedures.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Academic Misconduct Rule and the Student Coursework Academic Misconduct Procedures.
Course Aims |
The Graduate Certificate in Accounting is designed to meet the needs of non-graduates seeking entry into the Master of Professional Accounting course as well as graduates who need four or less units in accounting and finance to gain accreditation with the Professional Accounting Organisations. Students take four units from the Master of Professional Accounting at an introductory level (if entering the program) or at a more advanced level to complete requirements for accreditation with the Professional Accounting Organisations. |
Learning Outcomes |
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Graduate Attributes |
Knowledge of a DisciplineDemonstrate an awareness of the global and international developments within the accounting discipline, including international regulatory frameworks. Communication SkillsCommunicate to a range of stakeholders using appropriate methods to present technical information and build rapport, whilst recognising the particular importance of adequate disclosure of information and transparency in the accounting profession. Problem SolvingApply logical, critical and creative thinking to a range of problems; identify critical issues in the discipline or professional area; conceptualise problems and formulate a range of solutions that are appropriate to the national or cultural context of the problem; collect, collate and analyse relevant information to assist problem solving. Information LiteracyRecognise the need for information and the nature and extent of information required; collect information effectively and efficiently; critically evaluate information; use appropriate technology, methods and techniques to collect and evaluate information; and present information in formats relevant to the accounting discipline. Ethical Conduct and Social ResponsibilityDemonstrate ethical action and social responsibility in their personal, professional and community lives; demonstrate respect for, and acknowledgement of, ideas and knowledge of others; acknowledge the social and ethical implications of their actions; recognise social justice issues relevant to their discipline and professional area; understand the international implications of local decisions and the local implications of international decisions; appreciate the importance of sustainable development; identify occupational risk and apply duty of care principles. Lifelong LearningReflect on limitations of, and have the capacity to, evaluate their current knowledge; identify, evaluate and implement personal learning strategies for lifelong personal and professional development; practice critical thinking; learn both independently and cooperatively; learn new skills and apply learning to new and unexpected situations; recognise opportunities for further learning in both familiar and unfamiliar national or cultural settings. Independence and CollaborationWork in a team or collaboratively within a multidisciplinary group to achieve common goals and to solve problems; contribute specialist knowledge as required; take responsibility and carry out agreed tasks; take initiative and lead others; operate in a range of supportive roles within teams; negotiate, assert their own values and respect the values and contributions of others; and evaluate team performance. Graduates also become aware of the multicultural environment, acting with dignity and showing respect to the fellow members of the group. |
How to Apply
Domestic Students
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International Students
International students apply direct to UNE through UNE International. This course is only available online (distance education).
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