Accounting and Bookkeeping Courses

Managers and leaders who have an understanding of their organisation’s financial position feel more confident in their business decision-making. This Finance for Non-Finance Managers short course from Australian Institute of Management (AIM) Education and Training introduces all aspects of financial management, from planning through to budget review and reporting on financial outcomes.

This concise course serves as a practical guide, imparting essential skills for analysing financial data and fostering a comprehensive understanding of financial performance. Participants will gain the knowledge necessary to make well-informed fiscal decisions by exploring all facets of financial management, spanning from planning to budget review and reporting on financial outcomes. From financial statements and standards, to implementing and monitoring budgets and managing cash-flow, you will cover over 30 well-structured topics that will enable you to tackle your business finances with confidence.

This is a high-intensity two-day course that can be taken at one of our campuses in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide or Canberra, or can be taken online through a virtual workshop.

If you’re good with numbers, and are considering a career in accounting, then this FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping qualification from GROW Training Group could be just the course for you. Whether your aspirations involve establishing your own business, progressing in the accounting or bookkeeping profession, or becoming a registered Business Activity Statement (BAS) Agent, this credential equips you with the essential knowledge and competencies necessary to reach your goals.

This course will ensure that you posses essential practical competencies that will prepare you for a diverse range of roles within the accounting sector. The curriculum encompasses a spectrum of crucial tasks, including the preparation and submission of business and instalment activity statements, proficient data processing, monthly reconciliations, budget formulation, and the generation of comprehensive financial performance and business position reports. Moreover, this course aligns seamlessly with the educational requirements established by the Tax Practitioners Board for BAS Agents, ensuring your qualification is industry-relevant and recognised. Upon successful completion of the FNS40222 Certificate IV in Bookkeeping you will emerge as a well-prepared, fully qualified professional, poised for a rewarding career in the field.

Enrolment period is 24 months. We find our students complete the qualification in varied time frames. It really does depend on your life situation and availability. The program can be completed in a much shorter time – we would recommend aiming at completing 1 unit per month.

This program is delivered in our online learner system. You do not need to come to class, however, you will need to stay connected with your Educator and attend phone and/or web meetings to complete some of the practical components of your course. eLearning allows you the flexibility of completing your course at your own pace, at times to suit work and other life commitments. You can work on your course at anytime, anywhere supported by your industry experienced educator via telephone and email no matter where you are.

Please Note: Grow Training Group operates as a privately managed Registered Training Organisation (RTO), differing from government-run institutions such as a TAFE. Consequently, Grow does not offer government funding.

If you have an aptitude for numbers and are looking for a lucrative career, then this FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping qualification from National Business Institute of Australia (NBIA) could be just what you’re looking for.

This course offers essential accounting knowledge and insight into various accounting and bookkeeping tasks commonly encountered in professional settings. Topics covered include the completion of Business Activity Statements (BAS), preparation of financial reports, processing of financial transactions, and establishment and maintenance of payroll systems. Accredited nationally and widely recognised, it caters to individuals seeking to enhance their proficiency in accounts, accounting, and bookkeeping, as well as those aspiring to establish their own bookkeeping business or become registered BAS agents.

Delivered 100% online, this course is particularly suitable for individuals already employed in the field, as well as those in administrative or office management roles aiming for career advancement who are looking for a flexible course that fits in with their timetable.

Please note: this course is fee-for-service, NOT government funded.

The online Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance at UNSW is designed for professionals who want the fundamental knowledge to make sound financial decisions at all business levels.

Whether you’re looking to upskill and advance your career, make a change by entering the finance industry, or build a strong foundation to pursue the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation, you can accrue a wealth of financial knowledge and real-world applications through this 100% online program from one of Australia’s most respected universities.

The FNSSS00004 BAS Agent Registration Skill Set short course from National Business Institute of Australia (NBIA) course is ideal for Bookkeepers, Payroll officers or Administrators who are seeking BAS Agent registration. It is a Tax Practitioner Board (TPB) Approved Course.

This course requires around 30 hours of study and focuses on areas of establishing and maintaining payroll systems, and completing business activity and instalment activity statements for businesses of any size. This course will satisfy the TPB’s educational requirements for becoming a registered tax agent, but students are advised to consult the TPB website for the full list of their requirements. This course is delivered 100% online and should not take longer than three months to complete.

• Qualified and Industry expert trainers and assessors.
• Unlimited Access to the online Student Learning portal.
• Online learning content and resources including website links, case studies, Industry software programs including Xero and MYOB, assessments and more
• Student Discussion group
• TPB approved course outlines and assessments
• FREE Membership to the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA)

Pathways information:

The units provide credit towards:

• FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
• FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting

Whether you’re looking to start a new career in business administration or have industry experience and want to formalise your skills, this BSB40120 Certificate IV in Business (Financial Administration) qualification from Open Colleges could be a great option. This flexible course, designed to make it easy to fit study in with your current lifestyle, combines the in-demand business administration skills with financial reporting and payroll knowledge to ensure that you become a valuable prospect for business in any sector.

This course will allow you to gain all the relevant business administration and communication skills such as how to build and maintain business relationships, apply various communication strategies to business tasks and write and edit complex business documents, while at the same time teaching you the principles of business financial reporting, processing of financial transactions and management of financial records and establishing and maintaining a payroll system.

Start studying today to give your career the kick-start it needs!

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrollment with Open Colleges.

If you are looking to upgrade your accounting skills and become a registered tax agent, then this FNSSS00005 and FNSSS00008 Tax Agent Certification qualification from National Business Institute of Australia (NBIA) could be an ideal option for you.

The Tax Agent Certification is approved by the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB). The course meets the requirements of both Commercial Law (FNSSS00005) and Australian Tax Law (FNSSS00008). Including the requirements of Tax Agent Services Act 2009 (TASA).

Accessible to people with a Diploma of Accounting or higher qualification, subjects covered include applying legal principles in Consumer and Contract Law, Corporations and Trust Law, and property law, as well as preparing tax documentation for individuals and preparing and administering tax documentation for legal entities.

• FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping.
• FNS50222 Diploma of Accounting

On successful completion of the course, including assessment, you will possess all the qualifications needed to become a tax agent registered with the Tax Practitioners Board.

This course is delivered 100% online.