Course Overview

About This Course

This qualification reflects accounting job roles in financial services and other industries, including tax agents, accounts payable and accounts receivable officers, payroll service providers, and employees performing a range of accounting tasks for organisations in a range of industries. Individuals in these roles apply solutions to a range of often complex problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. They apply initiative to plan, coordinate and evaluate their own work and provide guidance to others within defined guidelines.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Level 1, 507 Princes Highway, ROCKDALE, NSW 2216

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Must be 18 years of age or older
Must provide proof of school studies which is equivalent to Australian Year 12 or other higher qualifications
Must have completed the following units of competency (or equivalent), which may have been achieved through completion of FNSSS00014 Accounting Principles Skill Set:
- FNSACC321 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports
- FNSACC322 Administer subsidiary accounts and ledger
- FNSACC418 Work effectively in the accounting and bookkeeping industry
- FNSACC421 Prepare financial reports (equivalent version of BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports)
- Or FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Must provide valid academic IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no band less than 5.5, or equivalent unless exempted; or submit an English Proficiency certificate from an approved ELICOS provider of upper intermediate level or above; or completion of a substantial part of studies of at least an AQF Certificate IV qualification or higher within the last 2 years; or have successfully passed the Rockford College English Placement Test
Note: other English Language Tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted
Participate in the Course Entry Requirement Interview
International Students must meet the Student Visa (SC500) requirements

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Tax agents, accounts payable and accounts receivable officers, payroll service providers, and employees performing a range of accounting tasks for organisations in a range of industries.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

CPA / CA ANZ / IPA

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What job roles does the Diploma of Accounting prepare me for?

The Diploma of Accounting (FNS50222) prepares graduates for roles such as tax agents, accounts payable and accounts receivable officers, payroll service providers, and employees performing a range of accounting tasks for organisations across a range of industries.

What kind of skills will I develop in this course?

In this course, you will develop skills to apply solutions to a range of often complex problems, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources, and apply initiative to plan, coordinate and evaluate your own work while providing guidance to others within defined guidelines.

How can I contact Rockford International College for more information about this course?

You can contact Rockford International College by phone at +61 2 8593 5200 or by email at admissions@rockford.edu.au. The college is located at Level 3/633 Princes Highway, Rockdale NSW 2216, and is open Monday to Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM (AEST).

In which industries is this qualification applicable?

The Diploma of Accounting is applicable in financial services and a range of other industries where accounting tasks are performed, making it a versatile qualification for graduates seeking employment across multiple sectors.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantAssistant AccountantFinancial AnalystTax AccountantAuditor

Key Skills

Financial statement preparation and analysisManagement accounting and cost analysisCorporate and personal taxation under Australian lawAuditing and assurance proceduresFinancial modelling and forecasting

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