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Diploma of Accounting
RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Diploma of Accounting at RMIT University builds on small business accounting and bookkeeping knowledge from previous study or work and introduces a range of corporate accounting specialisations to broaden career prospects. Students develop foundational skills in financial management, management accounting, corporate financial accounting, preparing individual tax returns, budgeting, accounting systems and internal controls, and advanced spreadsheeting, along with core employment skills such as effective communication, building professional relationships and ethical decision-making. Study options include full-time and part-time blended delivery in Melbourne.
Cost & duration
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- Program code C5424 (CRICOS 113125C). Delivered at City Campus, Full Time 6 Years. Designed for those who have already completed entry-level studies in accounting, completion of this diploma will equip you with specialised skills to advance your accounting career or set you up for further study. Those gaining employment at the conclusion of this diploma are likely to work as bookkeepers/BAS agents, assistant accountants, payroll officers or accounts clerks. To become an accredited accountant, you must successfully complete the Bachelor of Accounting . Expand all sections Professional recognition and accreditation This qualification includes one unit that is part of an approved Tax Practitioners Board (TPB) course in Australian taxation law, which is required as part of the
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Accountant (General)ANZSCO 221111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Needs an accredited accounting degree and a positive assessment from CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or the IPA.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Taxation AccountantANZSCO 221113
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Management AccountantANZSCO 221112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
External AuditorANZSCO 221213
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Internal AuditorANZSCO 221214
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants ANZ, or the Institute of Public Accountants (applicant chooses one)
Company SecretaryANZSCO 221211
On STSOL and CSOL, supporting the 190, 491, and the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.
Assessed by VETASSESS
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Academic requirements You must have : Successfully completed FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (or equivalent) OR Successfully completed the following units of competency (or equivalent): FNSACC321 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports FNSACC322 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledgers FNSACC418 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry FNSACC421 Prepare financial reports (this unit is the equivalent version of BSBFIA401 Prepare financ
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