FNS50204-1
Diploma of Accounting
Program CRICOS Number:056317E
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.
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.
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Entry Requirements
Certificate III in Financial Services (Accounts Clerical)
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)
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)
(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
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
07 3244 5386
rplcoordinator.sbit@deta.qld.gov.au
Venue
- Kangaroo Point Campus
How to Apply
Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@deta.qld.gov.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
$15,000.00
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@deta.qld.gov.au |
| Find us at: | www.sbi.net.au |
Outline
| SEMESTER ONE ( * Note -These Courses are Clustered) | Course Code | Course Name |
| *FNSICACC304A | Prepare & Bank Receipts |
| *FNSICACC306A | Process Journal Entries |
| *BSBCMN308A | Maintain Financial Records |
| *BSBADM408A | Prepare Financial Reports |
| *FNSICGEN302A | Use Technology in the Workplace |
| *BSBCMN214A | Create and use Simple Spreadsheets |
| *FNSICGEN305A | Maintain Daily Financial/Business Records |
| *FNSICACC301A | Administer Accounts Payable |
| *FNSICACC307A | Reconcile and Monitor Accounts Receivable |
| FNSICIND301A | Work in the Financial services Industry |
| BSBADM308A | Process Payroll |
| FNSICGEN301A | Communicate in the Workplace |
| FNSICGEN304A | Apply Health & Safety Practices in the Workplace |
| SEMESTER TWO ( * Note – These Courses are Clustered) | Course Code | Course Name |
| FNSICIND401A | Apply Principles of Professional Practice to Work in the Financial Services Industry |
| FNSACCT401A | Process Business Tax Requirements |
| *FNSACCT403A | Prepare Operational Budgets |
| *FNSACCT503A | Manage Budgets & Forecasts |
| FNSACCT404A | Make Decisions in a Legal Context |
| *FNSACCT407A | Set up and Operate a Computerized Accounting System |
| *FNSACCT406A | Maintain Asset and Inventory Records |
| FNSACCT405A | Prepare Financial Statements |
| FNSACCT402A | Produce Job Costing Information |
| BSBADM404A | Develop and Use Complex Spreadsheets |
| SEMESTER THREE | Course Code | Course Name |
| FNSACCT502A | Prepare Income Tax Returns |
| FNSACCT504A | Prepare Financial Reports for a Reporting Entity |
| FNSACCT506A | Implement and Maintain Internal Control Procedures |
| FNSACCT507A | Provide Management Accounting Information |
| FNSACCT505A | Establish and Maintain Accounting Information Systems |
| FNSACCT501A | 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’s three campuses are located at Southbank, Kangaroo Point and Morningside, 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, Child-Care Centre, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium, Intercampus Bus and a Restaurant staffed by 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 centres located on each campus.
Students will 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 Business Team 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, Visa Regulations 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.
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, Child-Care Centre, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium, Intercampus Bus and a Restaurant staffed by 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 centres located on each campus.
Students will 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 Business Team 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, Visa Regulations 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, 6 May 2008
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
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
