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Postgraduate TAS-PFA-GDI-2023

Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting

Take your first step towards life as an accredited accountant

This pathway course is perfect for students who don't have a background in accounting. You'll learn fundamentals of accounting, from accounting systems to financial management, so that you can enrol in further study and eventually become accredited. 

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Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Total subjects

8

Price

From

$22,700

Study method

100% Online

Assessments

100% online

Credit available

Yes

Applications Close

  • 25 Jun 23
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Australia’s fourth oldest university, the University of Tasmania, is highly regarded internationally for teaching and academic excellence. The university offers more than 100 undergraduate degrees and more than 50 postgraduate programs across a range of disciplines. The university offers students a diverse range of opportunities, the chance to learn from leading experts, and excellent preparation for their future careers.

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  • 2023

Degree structure

8

Core subjects

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Major subjects

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Elective subjects

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Degree

Degree details

What you'll learn

Upon completion of the course, the student should 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.
Career opportunities

Professional recognition

The subjects in this course form part of the Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) and, once the MPA is completed, and depending on the qualifications of the applicant on entry, it is the first part of a pathway for students to qualify for membership of Professional Accounting bodies, including CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand. Students are then able to pursue professional year studies with these bodies.

Entry requirements

Higher education

A completed undergraduate or postgraduate course in any discipline at Bachelor level (AQF level 7) or higher (or equivalent*).

*An equivalent qualification from an overseas institution as assessed by the University.

Work and Life

Qualifications, relevant work experience or other special circumstances, as approved by the Executive Dean or delegated authority. Refer all applications to UTAS.

Credit for previous study or work

The University of Tasmania grants credit and recognition of prior learning that may include formal and/or informal prior learning. More information is available here.

https://www.utas.edu.au/study/apply/admission-requirements/recognition-of-prior-learning

Description

The Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting is designed to transition people from an existing area of expertise into a career in the accounting profession. For people with existing business-related qualifications it builds on existing business knowledge to develop a focus on accounting. The course is also suited for students with non-business backgrounds looking to commence a career in the accounting profession.  

Degree structure details

Recommended Study Pattern

For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended:


Completion of 8 core subjects from the schedule below: 

  • TAS-BEA603 Statistical and Economic Analysis for Decision Making
  • TAS-BFA503 Principles of Financial Management
  • TAS-BFA507 Accounting and Accountability for Decision Making
  • TAS-BFA601 Business and Corporate Law in Practice
  • TAS-BFA605 Contemporary Financial Accounting and Reporting
  • TAS-BFA612 Management Decision Making and Strategy
  • TAS-BFA714 Australian Tax Law and Practice
  • TAS-BFA746 Pathway to Accounting and Finance Careers

Award Requirements

Satisfactory completion of 8 subjects, as required in the schedule, within 1-3 years from commencement.

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You can apply direct through Open Universities Australia.

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