Diploma of Accounting FNS50210

About this course

This online Diploma of Accounting course offered by Open Colleges will equip you with the financial skills to formalise your knowledge for a business executive or finance position. This online program is also ideal if you are looking to run your own business.

Upon completion of this accounting diploma course you will be trained in using and maintaining technology and complex systems to manage accounting systems and information. You will be able to prepare and manage financial reports and records for the business as well as for outside sources.

You will become adept in safe workplace practices and be able to communicate in an effective and professional manner, which will aid in establishing and maintaining business networks and relationships.

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Eligibility

To be eligible for this course you must:

• Have completed the HSC or equivalent

OR

• Hold a relevant qualification (at Cert III or above)

OR

• Have relevant vocational experience.

Areas of study

In this online accounting course you will learn to:

• Communicate in the workplace
• Use technology in the workplace
• Apply health and safety practices in the workplace
• Develop and use complex spreadsheets
• Prepare and bank receipts
• Set up and operate a computerised accounting system
• Prepare financial reports
• Maintain financial records
• Prepare financial reports for a reporting entity
• Manage budgets and forecasts
• Prepare income tax returns
• Implement and maintain internal control procedures
• Provide management accounting information
• Establish and maintain accounting information systems
• Establish business networks
• Apply principles of professional practice to work in the financial services industry
• Process journal entries

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Finance options

You may be eligible to receive Austudy/Abstudy for this course.

Student support

As a student of Open Colleges, you will have access to a range of student and administrative support options. Your course trainers are available via email, messaging and through your online course forums in OpenSpace. You will also have access to help with study skills such as time management, essay writing and referencing.

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How will this course advance my career?

Effective accounting is essential to the smooth operation of every business. Accounting skills and qualifications are highly sought-after.

In this Open Colleges online accounting course you will be provided with in-depth knowledge of accounting systems and processes as well as insight into successfully managing a business. This will give you an understanding of how to apply your skills to the financial services industry in a productive and effective manner.

How else will I benefit from this diploma?

• Upon successful completion of your course you will receive a nationally recognised qualification: Diploma of Accounting FNS50204.
• Flexible study: studying by correspondence means you study on your terms – at a time and place that suits you.
• Government financial support available through Austudy.
• FREE student membership on enrolment to the National Institute of Accountants for 12 months, including journals, newsletters, discounts on services and full access to the NIA website, including the technical resource library.
• Upon completion of your accounting qualification you can contact employment service provider Adecco Australia, an affiliate of Open Colleges, for assistance finding full- or part-time work.

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