FNS50204-1

Diploma of Accounting

Program CRICOS Number:065240B

Continue to develop basic accounting skills. Students learn how to prepare income tax returns, manage budgets and forecasts, prepare financial reports for a reporting entity, implement and maintain internal control procedures, and provide management accounting information.

This program is the Industry required pathway to the general competencies needed for middle and upper level accounting jobs in all areas of commerce and industry.




Entry Requirements


Certificate III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical)
Program CRICOS Number: 065225A
English language requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic entry requirements: completed Year 12 or equivalent or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies are used to determine entry.

Certificate IV in Financial Services (Accounting)
Program CRICOS Number: 065235K
English language requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic entry requirements: completed Year 12 or equivalent and
Successful completion of Certificate III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical)

Diploma of Accounting
English language requirements: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
Academic entry requirements: completed Year 12 or equivalent and
Successful completion of Certificate III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical) and
Successful completion of Certificate IV in Financial Services (Accounting


Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program might typically be employed as Assistant Accountants, Office Managers, Administration Managers and Budget Officers.

Program Duration

Full Time        57 weeks
(approximately 15 months)

Program Articulation

Successful completion of this program may assist students to gain entry into further study, university and/or may contribute towards study credits.

Program Award

Diploma
Certificate III
Certificate IV

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:

The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au

Venue

  • Southbank Campus

How to Apply

Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588

Applications Close

There are two intakes each year, February and July. Applications can be made any time prior to the commencement of the program.

Cost


 $18,000.00

For Additional Information

Location:International
Telephone:(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile:(617) 3244 5588
Address 
In Person: International Services
66 Ernest St
C Block, Ground Level
South Brisbane
Mail: Southbank International Services
Locked Mail Bag 111
SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101
AUSTRALIA
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Find us at:www.sbi.net.au

Outline

SEMESTER ONE
Course Code Course Name
FNSICACC304B Prepare and Bank Receipts
FNSICACC306B Process Journal Entries
BSBCMN308A Maintain Financial Records
BSBADM408A Prepare Financial Reports
FNSICGEN302B Use Technology in the Workplace
BSBITU202A Create and Use Simple Spreadsheets
FNSICGEN305B Maintain Daily Financial/Business Records
FNSICACC301B Administer Accounts Payable
FNSICACC307B Reconcile and Monitor Accounts Receivable
FNSICIND301B Work in the Financial Services Industry
BSBFIA302A Process Payroll
FNSICGEN301B Communicate in the Workplace
FNSICGEN304B Apply Health and Safety Practices in the Workplace
SEMESTER TWO
Course Code Course Name
FNSICIND401B Apply Principles of Professional Practice to Work in the Financial Services Industry
FNSACCT401B Process Business Tax Requirements
FNSACCT403B Prepare Operational Budgets
FNSACCT404B Make Decisions in a Legal Context
FNSACCT407B Set Up and Operate a Computerized Accounting System
FNSACCT406B Maintain Asset and Inventory Records
FNSACCT405B Prepare Financial Statements
FNSACCT402B Produce Job Costing Information
BSBITU402A Develop and Use Complex Spreadsheets
SEMESTER THREE
Course Code Course Name
FNSACCT502B Prepare Income Tax Returns
FNSACCT503B Manage Budgets and Forecasts
FNSACCT504B Prepare Financial Reports for a Reporting Entity
FNSACCT506B Implement and Maintain Internal Control Procedures
FNSACCT507B Provide Management Accounting Information
FNSACCT505B Establish and Maintain Accounting Information Systems
FNSACCT501B Provide Financial and Business Performance Information

International Student Information

Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute campus is located at Southbank close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.

Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.

Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.

Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.

The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Tuesday, 16 February 2010
All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
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