Start building today!
Experience the Find the courses and unlock the true potential
52 weeks
On Campus, Off Campus
Full time or part time
Semester 1, Semester 2
Course Overview
Are you ready to dive into the world of accounting?
Whether you're looking to start a new career or boost your current skills, this 12-month course offers flexible full-time or part-time options. Perfect for those without an accounting background, you'll gain a strong foundation in accounting fundamentals. Completing this graduate diploma sets you on a path to becoming a certified accountant, with opportunities to further advance your expertise through additional studies.
To graduate from the Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting course, a student must satisfactorily complete 100 credit points of study comprising:
50 credit points of transition units from the Master of Professional Accounting
50 credit points of core units from the Master of Professional Accounting
On completion of this course, graduates will be able to:
1 Critically evaluate strategies and make high-level judgments relating to professional accounting practice, while applying a sustainable business model lens
2 Justify business ideas in various contexts using effective oral and written communication techniques with both accounting and non-accounting professionals
3 Research and analyse business performance and impacts to make recommendations to decision makers
4 Apply collaborative, cooperative and teamwork skills in team settings to justify business advice.
5 Seek and engage with feedback to reflect on business advice and for professional improvement.
Where You Can Study
Hobart
University of Tasmania, Churchill Ave, Hobart, TAS 7005
Student Information
Tuition Fee
Full-fee course — Commonwealth Supported Places are not available. Tuition is charged per unit of study; FEE-HELP is available to eligible domestic students.
Duration
Minimum 1 Year, up to a maximum of 3 years.
Intakes
Semester 1, Semester 2
Eligibility
Domestic students:
Applicants with higher education study To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
Applicants with work experience To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
You must provide evidence to support your application on the basis of work experience, in particular a copy of your CV demonstrating your work experience, and letters of reference from line managers or similar to confirm your work experience. In the case of applicants who have worked as a sole trader or consultant, additional evidence to support the level of experience must be provided.
International students:
Applicants with higher education study To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
Applicants with work experience To be eligible for an offer, applicants must have:
You must provide evidence to support your application on the basis of work experience, in particular a copy of your CV demonstrating your work experience, and letters of reference from line managers or similar to confirm your work experience. In the case of applicants who have worked as a sole trader or consultant, additional evidence to support the level of experience must be provided.
English Language Requirements
Please refer to the University's English Language Requirements as summarised here: https://www.utas.edu.au/international/applying/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
CPA / CA ANZ / IPA
Course Content
Economics for Managers
This unit provides managers with an introduction to a comprehensive range of key microeconomic and macroeconomic topics. The emphasis is on the practical application of basic economic concepts and models to real world business oriented problems. The unit will develop…
Principles of Financial Management
This unit introduces students to the major concepts and analytical tools used in the theory and practice of financial management within an Australian context. It is designed to provide students with an understanding of: the scope and nature of the…
Accounting and Accountability for Decision Making
Accounting and Accountability for Decision Making is an introductory accounting unit that explores the evolving role of accounting in promoting organisational accountability, especially in social and environmental contexts. It emphasises that accounting is not just about financial reporting and cost…
Business and Corporate Law in Practice
This unit covers a range of legal topics relating to the business environment. It combines topics that are necessary for a consideration of business and corporate law including: an introduction to legal systems; contract law principles (including breaches and disputes);varied…
Contemporary Financial Accounting and Reporting
This unit builds on the skills and knowledge from BFA507 Accounting and Accountability for Decision Making. It examines financial accounting theory and practice, addressing complex corporate issues. In this unit, you will critically evaluate professional and ethical decision-making, integrating sustainability…
Management Decision Making and Strategy
In this unit we explore the key functions fulfilled by managerial and cost accounting. The primary purpose of managerial and cost accounting is to provide relevant information to managers within an organisation. Managerial accounting can be thought of as the…
Australian Tax Law and Practice
This unit introduces students to the core concepts in Australian taxation and identifies the framework (both legal and administrative) behind those concepts. The knowledge gained through this exploration enables the application of the framework to current issues faced by individuals…
Pathway to Accounting and Finance Careers
In this unit you will develop and apply the skills necessary to succeed in obtaining employment and a career in accounting and finance. As a graduate, it is essential to be able to demonstrate capability in applying technical skills in…
Common Questions
Based on information related to UTas postgraduate diploma programs, studying part-time while working is supported. For example, a student in a similar UTas graduate diploma program studied two units each semester, mostly online from home, and came in once or twice per semester for in-person workshops, with an employer providing one study day per week.
UTas postgraduate diploma programs are available primarily online, with everything recorded and accessible online, making it easier to access study material and catch up when you have time, rather than on a fixed university timetable.
The University of Tasmania is located in Hobart, Tasmania, and is noted for its close-knit community and easy access to beautiful natural environments including bushwalking and wildlife areas.
Application
Three simple steps to get enrolled
Step 01
Enquire
Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.
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!
Honestly I was lost when I first started looking at Australian colleges. There are just too many options and every agent gives you different info. A friend told me about FindTheCourses and within a week I had shortlisted 3 programs that actually matched my budget and visa situation. My advisor Sanjay was super helpful — never felt like I was being pushed into anything.
Priya Sharma
India
Master of Nursing · Griffith University
