Overview
Lay the foundation for a career in professional accounting with a Graduate Diploma in Business (Accounting) at Victoria University.
This course is designed for those seeking an accounting qualification while further developing an understanding of business systems. You’ll develop a strong foundation in accounting procedures and practices, as well as valuable skills including critical thinking, problem solving and creativity.
You’ll also gain specialist knowledge and skills to perform technical functions in key business disciplines including:
- economics
- marketing
- finance
- enterprise resource planning systems.
You can continue on to the Master of Business (Accounting) in order to gain professional recognition as an accountant. You could also undertake prerequisite research units that lead on to doctoral study.
Specialised business facilities at city location
This course is offered through the Victoria Graduate School of Business (VGSB), located at our City Flinders campus in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD.
Featuring business incubators (high tech meeting rooms replicating a business centre) and industry standard computer labs, the campus is a modern, spacious and comfortable learning environment.
You’ll have access to professional online business databases and a specialist business librarian.
Supportive staff
Relationships between our teaching staff and students focus on mutual respect. We acknowledge you as a professional who wants to extend your business skills and be challenged. Our teaching staff have an ‘open door’ policy and encourage you to approach them for additional assistance whenever necessary.
Industry connections
Everything you learn at VU has direct links to the real world. This course is designed to give you practical experience, so you’ll be job-ready when you graduate.
Our strong industry partnerships help inform our curriculum and provide opportunities for you to create valuable connections in the business world.
We also organise work expos, where you can network with potential employers and discover first-hand the opportunities available to business graduates.
Global outlook
VU values cultural diversity and offers enriched learning experiences through international insights. Partner universities in Singapore and Malaysia provide the chance for you to take your study overseas so you will come away from your degree with an invaluable global network of peers.
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When you graduate, you’ll have valuable and transferable skills for work in a variety of business, finance and accounting roles in Australia and overseas. This course provides a pathway to further study or could lead to a career as a general accountant or assistant accountant.
Our graduates gain employment within small, medium and large accounting practices and corporations, the public sector and not-for-profit organisations.
Please note that in order to become a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA), you must undertake additional studies, such as our Master of Business (Accounting).
Salary
The average annual salary for an accountant in Australia is $73,008 (JobOutlook).
Course structure
To attain the Graduate Diploma in Business (Accounting), students will be required to complete 96 credit points (equivalent to 8 units) consisting of:
- 48 credit points (equivalent to 4 units) college core units
- 36 credit points (equivalent to 3 units) professional core units
- 12 credit points (equivalent to 1 unit) elective units. Students to select from the list provided (subject to availability). Please check any prerequisite requirements prior to enrolling
Students planning to continue onto Masters study are advised to take BMO6630 Business Research Methods as their elective unit.
Course structure and units
Year 1, Semester 1
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- Unit code
- BEO6600
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BCO6603
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BHO6505
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BMO6506
- Credits
- 12
Year 1, Semester 2
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- Unit code
- BAO5522
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5543
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5534
- Credits
- 12
Select 12 credit points (1 unit) from the list of elective units below:
Elective Units (subject to availability)
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- Unit code
- BAO5524
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5525
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5535
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5572
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5734
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5746
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO5747
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BAO6714
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BEO6000
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BLO5539
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BLO5540
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BMI7003
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BMO5501
- Credits
- 12
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- Unit code
- BMO6630
- Credits
- 12
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
| 1. | Synthesise and critically review knowledge about business systems relevant to accounting practices to make high level, independent technical recommendations. | ||
| 2. | Analyse research findings applicable to accounting processes in business environments. | ||
| 3. | Justify and interpret theoretical concepts and related knowledge to think critically in the resolution of business and more specifically accounting problems in authentic/contemporary accounting settings. | ||
| 4. | Critically apply cross disciplinary knowledge in creative decision making. | ||
| 5. | Demonstrate independent judgement in a range of business and accounting-related technical functions in response to contemporary and future business challenges. | ||
| 6. | Evaluate the effectiveness of accounting and associated business systems in the support of management decision making. | ||
| 7. | Effectively communicate complex knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences. | ||
| 8. | Contribute consistently, with personal accountability for outputs in a dynamic 21st century work team, working in an ethical and socially responsible manner. |
What's a unit?
A unit or 'subject' is the actual class you'll attend in the process of completing a course.
Most courses have a mixture of compulsory 'core' units that you need to take and optional elective units that you can choose to take based on your area of interest, expertise or experience.
Credits
Each unit is worth a set amount of study credits based on the amount of time you study. Generally, 1 credit is equal to 1 hour of study per week.
Admission & pathways
Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.
If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.
Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.
Entry requirements
Completion of an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any discipline
OR
Completion of an Australian Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a similar discipline
PLUS
IELTS (or equivalent): Overall score of 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0 in Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking)
Find out if you meet the entry requirements, including English language and academic requirements.
Pathways from VU courses
There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.
Find out more about pathways and credits.
Credit for skills and past study
If you have completed study with another university or institution and believe you are eligible to receive credit for skills and past study, you can apply for advanced standing.
Applications for advanced standing can be made after a discussion with your course chair or academic adviser.
How to apply
We are currently accepting applications for this course.
Methods of applying:
International students can apply directly to Victoria University using our online application system, or apply through an education agent.
If you have questions about your application, you can:
- speak to a staff member. Phone +61 3 9919 1164 and follow the prompts
- send an email to [email protected]
- make an online enquiry
Information and fees listed above are for non-resident students. Fees are accurate at the time of viewing and will be subject to annual increases. Some courses require students to purchase equipment or clothing that they will need in the course. These equipment or clothing costs are not included in the course fees listed above – check your Letter of Offer for an estimate on non-tuition-fee-related expenses.
VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this course information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that course information is current with the Student Contact Centre.
