Graduate Diploma of Accounting and Finance
Graduate Diploma of Accounting and Finance
This course starts by providing basic accounting and finance knowledge and skills, and then develops higher-level capabilities by providing students the option of an accounting-focused stream or a finance-focused stream. Students graduating in this course can pursue further expertise in the accounting and finance areas by progressing to the Master…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course starts by providing basic accounting and finance knowledge and skills, and then develops higher-level capabilities by providing students the option of an accounting-focused stream or a finance-focused stream.
Students graduating in this course can pursue further expertise in the accounting and finance areas by progressing to the Master of Professional Accounting, or the Master of Finance and Banking.
Course learning outcomes
Demonstrate a global body of advanced accounting and finance knowledge and practice by planning, implementing and evaluating functions and tasks in a specialised business setting.
Apply high level, independent judgement when analysing and evaluating complex problems to generate creative solutions.
Communicate advanced knowledge and concepts of accounting and finance to a variety of audiences in business settings.
Critique complex business issues considering the ethical and social consequence.
Career Opportunities
Employment opportunities in the area of accounting relate to the provision of services in financial reporting, taxation, auditing, insolvency, budgeting, cost management, planning and decision-making by organisations and individuals; and advisory services on compliance and performance requirements for statutory and strategic governance. Employment opportunities in the area of finance relate investment management and advice, corporate treasury, banking and financial services.
Possible future job titles
Financial accountant, Management accountant, Financial or budget analyst, Corporate treasurer, Financial market dealer, Investment adviser, Investment manager, Lending consultant, Entrepreneur or small business owner
REQUIREMENTS
Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
Bachelor degree; or
Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.
English competency requirements:
IELTS Academic: An overall band minimum score of 6.5, with no individual band less than 6.0.) (Results are typically valid for 2 years and online tests are not acceptable.)
TOEFL iBT: TOEFL iBT: 84 (with no score below 17)
TOEFL Paper-Based Test (PBT): Minimum score of 573, including Test of Written English of 5.0 or better. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): PTE Academic 58, with no score less than 50 for postgraduate standard entry courses. (Results are typically valid for only 2 years)
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large, multi-campus institution serving communities in Western Australia and internationally.ECU was awarded university status in 1991, but despite its relative youth, the University has a proud history of more than a century of service to education in Western Australia and is recognised for its teaching and learning, excellence in research, and partnerships with the community.We have more than 23,300 students, including around 18,500 undergraduates and 4,800 postgraduates. Approximately 3,600 international students attend the University, originating from 104 countries.We are a progressive University with courses developed through ongoing industry input, and employing lecturers who engage fully with their students. We’re a university that knows while knowledge is important, understanding comes from experience –experience that enables you to adapt what you’ve learned to whatever opportunities come your way. Because that’s when you do more than just survive in this world. You thrive in it.
