Course code: MHE20532FA

    Financial Accounting Theory and Audit

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Gain the skills to manage financial accounting in your small business or work in auditing roles. Join this short course, designed with industry experts to help you reach your career goals.

    Your relevant work or study experience may help you finish this qualification faster through recognition of prior learning. Subjects you complete in this course may count towards the Bachelor of Applied Commerce.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Apply knowledge of financial accounting, contemporary accounting and audit

    • Use skills in tax-effect accounting

    • Create detailed financial statements for clients and stakeholders, including consolidation of financial statements

    • Use your skills in real-world situations

    • Understand contemporary accounting concepts

    • Uphold ethical standards when working with clients and stakeholders

    Course outcomes

    Develop specialist skills to gain an advantage in the job market

    • Graduate with a Statement of Attainment in Financial Accounting Theory and Audit

    • Gain credit towards the Bachelor of Applied Commerce for successfully completed subjects

    • Build practical knowledge to manage financial accounting for small and medium-sized businesses

    • Qualify for roles in financial accounting and auditing within the financial services industry

    • Develop accounting skills valued across a wide range of sectors

    • Apply your learning with confidence in real-world financial situations

    • This course has been accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following: 

    • A Certificate IV or higher level qualification in accounting or financial services or

    • At least three years’ experience working in a business or retail environment

    You must also:

    • Attend a pre-admission interview where you may also be asked to complete a short literacy and numeracy task - this helps us to understand how we can support your study success and provide you with any necessary support

    Note:

    • Your certificates, transcripts and other entry requirement evidence must be certified through a Justice of the Peace or other authorising officer

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • Internet access and a PC or laptop to access study materials and complete assessments

    • An interest in finance and numbers

    • An interest in helping others

    • Strong attention to detail

    • Good communication and relationship-building skills

    • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

    You do not require an ATAR score for entry into this course.

    If you are unable to meet the entry requirements, you may be eligible for special admission.

    Please continue with your application and you will be guided to identify as mature aged (at least 21 years old in your first year of study) or disadvantaged (disability, serious or chronic illness, interrupted education, lack of support for study, serious personal problems and/or serious family responsibilities). Please contact us to find out more.

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: accounting assistant, accounting manager, accounting supervisor, financial accountant and auditing roles.

    Study pathways

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    SubjectsSubjects in this course

    Please note, not all subjects are offered at every TAFE NSW location, every semester. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the subjects offered at that location.

    Core Subjects

    Elective Subjects

    Note: Some courses offer the opportunity to choose subjects from the complete suite of Higher Education electives that are delivered by TAFE NSW. Once you’ve enrolled, contact your Course Coordinator to discuss tailoring your course to align with your interests and goals.

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    Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

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    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

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