FNS60215 Advanced Diploma of Accounting

FNS60215 Advanced Diploma in Accounting

Course Description

This qualification is designed to reflect the role of individuals working in accounting and seeking professional identification. At this level individuals are expected to apply theoretical and technical skills in a range of situations and to display initiative and judgement in planning activities. They have autonomy in performing complex operations and can be responsible for planning, coordinating and evaluating the work of others within broad but generally well-defined parameters.

Pathways

The preferred pathway into this qualification is from the FNS50215 Diploma of Accounting. There are many pathways a graduating student could follow after achieving the FNS60215 Advanced Diploma of Accounting. Candidates may undertake further higher education studies or proceed with other studies related to their vocation.

Course Delivery

Virtual Classroom (live weekly video lectures/workshops; interactive and engaging simulated classroom environment)
Recognition of Prior Learning

Duration

Min. 12 months to Max. 30 months

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find employment in senior accounting roles. Job roles and titles will vary across different industry sectors however possible job titles relevant to this qualification include Chief Financial Officer, Finance Director, Senior Accounts Manager, Finance Manager, Accounting Supervisor.

Course Structure

To obtain this qualification, students must complete 14 units (3 core units and 11 elective).

• FNSACC604 Monitor corporate governance activities - core 
• FNSINC601 Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry - core FNSINC602 Interpret and use financial statistics and tools - core 
• FNSACC507 Provide management accounting information – elective 
• BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports - elective 
• FNSACC301 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports – elective FNSACC503 Manage budgets and forecasts - elective 
• FNSACC501 Provide financial and business performance information – elective FNSACC504 *Prepare financial reports for corporate entities - elective 
• FNSACC602 *Audit and report on financial systems and controls - elective 
• FNSACC613 *Prepare and analyse management accounting information - elective FNSACC506 Implement and maintain internal control procedures - elective 
• FNSACC607 *Evaluate business performance - elective 
• FNSACC505 Establish and maintain accounting information systems - elective *

Note the following prerequisite unit requirements For FNSACC504 Prepare financial reports for corporate entities, requires BSBFIA401 Prepare financial reports and FNSACC301 Process financial transactions and extract interim reports For FNSACC602 Audit and report on financial systems and controls, requires FNSACC506 Implement and maintain internal control procedures For FNSACC613 Prepare and analyse management accounting information, requires FNSACC507 Provide management accounting information For FNSACC607 Evaluate business performance, requires FNSACC501 Provide financial and business performance

Intakes

Students can enroll anytime before the start of an upcoming Course Term.

Course Terms

Term 1 – January 1, to February 28
Term 2 – April 1, to May 31
Term 3 – July 1, to August 31
Term 4 – October 1, to November 30

Assessment Due Dates

Assessments will be allocated to students at or close to the commenecement of the term and may need to be worked on throughout the term. However, the due date for formal submission of the completed assessments shall be as follows.
Term 1 – final week of March
Term 2 – final week of June
Term 3 – final week of September
Term 4 - final week of December

Fees

Course Fees - AU$5,600 or AU$400 per Unit payable in installments prior to the commencement of each Term (Note: This is a special introductory price for Speedy Course users only)

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.

Course Material

All course material is provided and costs are included in the Course Fee. Students may also be referred to other publically available material that is available free of charge.

Commitment

Students should allocate approximately 4 hours for each unit per week for Virtual Classroom attendance - generally 12 hours per week for a full-time load. Virtual Classroom sessions shall generally take place after 5 pm Sydney, Australia, time but will be recorded for students to access at any other time. Additionally, students will be required to undertake a significant amount of self-study/homework details of which will be provided at the commencement of the relevant term. It is expected that the majority of students will be required to allocate about 13 hours per week, per unit, of self-study/homework for review of materials and tasks, and assessment preparations and following the final week of term, approximately 40 hours per unit for completion and submission of the assessments.

System Requirements

Reliable broadband internet access Headset with speakers and microphone (for interactive Virtual Classroom sessions) Computer with ability to view and edit Word documents (.doc/.docx), Excel documents (.xls) and view Adobe Portable Documents (.pdf), camera/video function Printer

How to Apply

You may apply for entry into this course through our website: www.professions.edu.au More Information http://training.gov.au/Training/Details/FNS60215 Send us an email at [email protected] or call us on +61 2 8324 7466