Advanced Diploma of Accounting

FNS60222

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in accounting and seeking professional recognition, including tax agents, accounts managers and business analysts; and to employees performing a range of accounts management tasks for organisations in a range of industries. 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 parameters.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification considerations

Work functions in the occupational areas where this qualification may be used are subject to regulatory requirements. Refer to the relevant regulator for specific guidance on requirements.

This qualification includes units that comprise an approved Tax Practitioner Board (TPB) course in Australian taxation law and commercial law, which are relevant for registration as a tax agent. Persons seeking registration with the TPB should check current registration requirements with the TPB, as registration requirements are reviewed regularly.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      18 months – 2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry Core
Interpret and use financial statistics and tools Core
Monitor corporate governance activities Core
Apply ethical frameworks and principles to make and act upon decisions Elective
Apply legal principles in commercial law when providing tax (financial) advice services Elective
Apply legal principles in contract and consumer law Elective
Apply legal principles in corporations and trust law Elective
Apply legal principles in property law Elective
Apply taxation requirements when providing tax (financial) advice services Elective
Audit and report on financial systems and records Elective
Comply with financial services regulation and industry codes of practice Elective
Conduct internal audit Elective
Determine and manage risk exposure strategies Elective
Develop and implement financial strategies Elective
Develop and manage financial systems Elective
Evaluate financial risk Elective
Evaluate organisation's financial performance Elective
Identify and apply complex ethical decision making to workplace situations Elective
Implement an insolvency program Elective
Implement and maintain internal control procedures Elective
Implement organisational improvement programs Elective
Implement reconstruction plan Elective
Implement tax plans and evaluate tax obligations Elective
Prepare and administer tax documentation for legal entities Elective
Prepare and analyse management accounting information Elective
Prepare complex corporate financial reports Elective
Prepare financial reports for corporate entities Elective
Prepare tax documentation for individuals Elective
Provide financial and business performance information Elective

Job prospects

The Advanced Diploma of Accounting sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Finance Manager

    ANZSCO 132211

    Plan, organise, control and supervise all the financial and accounting activities within an organisation.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Accountant (General)

    ANZSCO 221111

    Provide financial advice and services for individuals or businesses.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Taxation Inspector

    ANZSCO 599516

    Taxation Inspectors inspect and assess taxation returns to ensure compliance with government legislation, and investigate suspected breaches of taxation legislation.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

Training providers delivering Advanced Diploma of Accounting

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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