Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

The Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting from Charles Sturt University is designed for students looking for a career change or seeking to gain accounting knowledge to complement their other skills. This flexible degree provides a general professional accounting education for graduates of other disciplines.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online
• Duration: Minimum time - 0.5 year(s), Maximum time - 1 year(s)
• Entry Score: TBA
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Full fee - $17,320.00, Per 8pt subject - $4,330
• Course Points and Codes: Credit Points: 32, AQF: Level 8
• Additional Information: Applications close February 12

Why Study with Us?

The course is designed to build on non-accounting undergraduate studies and work experience, adding conceptual depth by concentrating on studies in accounting and related disciplines. It includes the concepts of spiral learning and the integration of communication skills, computer applications, and quantitative analysis in accounting.

• Tailor Your Studies: Charles Sturt University allows you to choose the four subjects that best meet your career needs.
• Flexible Study Options: Online study is a time-efficient way to complete your accounting degree with minimal impact on your professional and personal commitments.
• Dynamic Academic Community: Our academic staff are industry experts who bridge the gap between the theories of your studies and their application in the workplace.

Career Opportunities

Charles Sturt University's suite of postgraduate accounting programs are designed for students looking for a career change. If you go on to complete the Master of Professional Accounting, you'll meet the academic requirements for entry into the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and CPA Australia postgraduate programs. This can pave the way to many vocational choices in areas of financial management, public practice, commerce and industry, government and semi-government organisations, and accounting education.

What You Will Study

For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations.

• Essential Set (32 pts):
  • Restricted electives: 32 Credit Points
  • Select four (4) subjects from the following:
    • ACG508: Accounting Standards, Application and Disclosures
    • ACG509: Global Perspectives of Accounting
    • ACG510: Risk Based Auditing
    • ACG511: Interpreting and Communicating Accounting
    • ACG512: Data Analysis for Financial Decision-making
    • ACG513: Contemporary Cost Accounting for Management Decision-making
    • ACG514: Ethics, Governance and Developments in Accounting Thought
    • ACG516: Professional Practice
    • ECO511: Economics for Business
    • FIN516: Corporate Finance
    • LAW504: Business and Corporations Law
    • LAW533: Taxation Principles and Application

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Scholarships

We have scholarships and grants, totalling over $11 million annually, covering various areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, specific courses, on-campus living, and individuals in unique circumstances.

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: TBA
• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.
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Credit and Pathways

If you’ve completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.

How to Apply

Applying to Charles Sturt University is easy. Choose how you want to apply below, or get in touch with Charles Sturt University and we can help you with your application.

• Apply via UAC: Important dates refer to key dates on the UAC website
• Apply via VTAC: Important dates refer to key dates on the VTAC website
• Apply directly to Charles Sturt: Important dates check out our direct application closing dates
• Recruitment Agent: Have questions about Charles Sturt University or need help with the student visa application process? Find a recruitment agent

Related Courses

Other courses that you might be interested in:

• Graduate Diploma of Accounting
• Master of Professional Accounting

Factors I considered when I started looking at a university were the quality of the course, the tuition fee and the location of the campus. Charles Sturt satisfied all my needs because it was famous for accounting.

Hong Hai Dao - Master of Professional Accounting

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