Courses Handbook 2009

308480 v.1 Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

GradCertProfAcc(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 051616A
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 0.5 Years


Introduction

This course is designed for those working or seeking to work in a field that requires a general understanding of accounting related matters, and who may intend to progress to the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting course. It may also help them develop a future career in professional accounting and related fields.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

A degree from a recognised institution in a field other than accounting or significant relevant work experience (typically three to five years).

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are not considered within this course.

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one semester full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Course Organisation

The course is made up of four core units totalling 100 credits. It encompasses a broad range of professional accounting concepts and equips students for professional practice.

Career Opportunities

Graduates generally find employment with private and public organisations (national and international).

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.

Other CRICOS Codes

Codes for Sydney - 055888M (15 weeks).

Course Structure Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
11941 v.2   Accounting (Managerial) 530 3.0 25.0
11942 v.2   Accounting (Information Systems) 531 3.0 25.0
302129 v.2   Accounting (Financial) 510 3.0 25.0
  SELECT 1 OPTION   25.0
  100.0
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) Hrs/Wk Credit
302123 v.2   Accounting (Technologies) 524 3.0 25.0
302609 v.2   Accounting (Computer Packages) 505 3.0 25.0
306362 v.1   Accounting (Quantitative Methods) 516 3.0 25.0
5707 v.6   Accounting (International) 514 3.0 25.0

Availability

Year Location Period All* Internal Partially Online Internal^ External Fully Online#
2009 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y        
2009 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y        
2009 Sydney Campus Semester 1S   Y      
2009 Sydney Campus Sydney Summer Semester   Y      

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.



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