About this program
Begin your career in the financial services industry with this higher education Diploma of Applied Commerce. Upon successful completion of this diploma, you will be eligible to receive 1 year advanced standing in the Bachelor of Applied Commerce majoring in Accounting or Financial Planning or apply for the Bachelor of Applied Commerce majoring in Accounting and Financial Planning (Double Majors).
Designed in close consultation with industry experts, this course meets the demands of financial services employers who are looking for ethical, professional employees in the financial services, business and commerce sectors.
Learn in small, personalised classes with teachers who are expert financial professionals dedicated to sharing their up-to-date knowledge. You'll also benefit from our strong industry connections that can help you grow your networks and get your career started.
Learning Outcomes:
Through a mix of theory and practical course work, learn to:
- Understand the fundamentals of management and financial planning
- Understand the foundations of accounting
- Use Xero software to produce accounting statements
- Create marketing plans and simple financial plans
- Use applied economics and business maths and statistics
Course Outcomes:
Develop professional skills for your career:
- Graduate with a higher education diploma
- Direct entry into the second year of the Bachelor of Applied Commerce (Accounting or Financial Planning Majors)
- Practical skills in accounting, finance, management and marketing
- Experience and awareness in using accounting and financial planning software
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 9 parts
- Core Units
- ACBUS101A - Academic Foundations
- ACBUS102A - Management Fundamentals
- ACBUS103A - Foundations of Accounting
- ACBUS104A - Finance and Investment
- BUMAN201A - Business Maths and Statistics
- ACBUS106A - Marketing Fundamentals
- ACBUS107A - Financial Planning Fundamentals
- ACBUS108A - Applied Economics
Career & PR pathway
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Admissions
- Year 12 or equivalent Other requirements: - Applicants who meet the Academic and English entry requirements will be invited to a pre-entry interview to discuss their career plans and suitability for entry into the course. The interview process will also include a short literacy and numeracy assessment.
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