Undergraduate TAS-AAA-CTF-2024
Undergraduate Certificate in Auditing and Assurance
First steps towards a career in auditing
Gain fundamental financial accounting and auditing knowledge to set you on a pathway to career success. You’ll study practical auditing from planning through to the final report. Get to know systems and software. Work with accounting data.
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Study method
100% online
Price
From
$8,160
Total subjects
4
Assessments
100% online
CSP Available
Yes
Credit available
Yes
Applications Close
- 07 Jul 24
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Degree structure
Core subjects
Major subjects
Elective subjects
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Degree details
What you'll learn
On successful completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- Solve business problems by applying auditing and data analytics concepts and principles.
- Solve business problems by applying accounting and accountability concepts and principles.
- Convey auditing and assurance information to relevant stakeholders.
Career opportunities
With the current shortage of auditors across the country, the career outlook for individuals equipped with auditing and assurance skills appears promising. The National Skills Commission's recognition of auditors as one of the top twenty sought-after professions. Projections from Seek market data further reinforce this, indicating a substantial 11.1% national increase in employment opportunities for auditors over the upcoming five years. Graduates with skills in auditing and assurance will be in high demand.
Graduates can use the skills and knowledge developed in this course to apply for roles such as assistant auditor. Beyond the role of an assistant auditor, this course can open doors to positions such as senior auditors, internal audit managers, compliance officers, and other influential roles within the finance and regulatory landscape.
Entry requirements
Higher education via OUA
Successful completion of one OUA open access subject of study at the equivalent AQF level (equivalent to 12.5 UTAS credit points), unless otherwise specified.
Higher education
- Partially completed an undergraduate course at Diploma level or higher (or equivalent). You must have completed at least one subject of study (equivalent to 12.5 UTAS credit points) at 100 level or higher and which may include 100 level subjects completed in the UTAS Diploma of University Studies. If you have failed any subjects, your application may be subject to further review before an offer is made; OR
- Completed the UTAS University Preparation Program (or an equivalent qualification offered by an Australian University).
Secondary education
Completion of the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (TCE) or an equivalent qualification.
VET studies
Completion of a Certificate III or higher (or equivalent) in any discipline.
Work and Life
Applicants without senior secondary, tertiary or VET / TAFE study can complete a personal competency statement. Applicants may be eligible for an offer if they have relevant work and / or life experiences which demonstrate a capacity to succeed in this course.
Special requirements
Information on Undergraduate Certificates beyond 2025
The Australian Government has currently determined that Undergraduate Certificate programs will not extend beyond 30 June 2025. If you are enrolled in an Undergraduate Certificate, this means that you will need to complete all required units in 2024 to graduate before this deadline.
Should you not be able to complete all required units in 2024, we can support you to continue your study with us in the Bachelor of Business, where you will receive full credit for all the Undergraduate Certificate units completed so far.
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.
Description
The Undergraduate Certificate in Auditing and Assurance will offer a comprehensive curriculum that covers fundamental financial accounting knowledge and practical auditing skills, from initial audit planning to the final audit report. You'll learn how data analytics can be applied to accounting data to improve the quality of audits, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
This program will lead you to an attractive career option in the audit profession in roles such as an assistant auditor, as well as upskilling existing members of the accounting profession in audit and assurance practices. This program allows you to further your education with a clear pathway into the Bachelor of Business program.
Our Undergraduate Certificate in Auditing and Assurance equips you to become dynamic, creative, and adaptable practitioners who can meet the demands of a modern economic climate. You'll gain practical experience through our authentic learning approach, which utilises applied, blended and online interaction to develop knowledge and skills in your chosen field of study.
Degree structure details
Recommended Study Pattern
For students undertaking full-time study the following study pattern is recommended:
- TAS-BFA103 Accountability and Accounting
- TAS-BFA109 Applied Accounting Systems
- TAS-BEA213 Data Analytics for Accounting
- TAS-BFA303 Auditing and Assurance Services
Award Requirements
Satisfactory completion of 4 subjects, as required in the schedule, within 6 months from commencement.
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Open access
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