ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF ACCOUNTING (FNS60210)

Leadership with
an Accounting
Edge

www.polytechnic.academies.edu.au
Study Location
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Collins St Campus
Level 4, 303, Collins Street, Melbourne,
VIC 3000, Australia
Swanston St Campus
Basement Level, 488 Swanston Street,
Carlton VIC 3053 Australia
RTO CRICOS Code
024-39G

Course Name
Advanced Diploma of Accounting

Course TGA Code
FNS60210

Course CRICOS Code
076994B

Study Period (Including Holidays)
6 terms: 72 weeks (Study Period) +
6 weeks holiday period/term break
(Total 78 weeks)

Contact Hours (per week)
International Students:
Minimum 20 hours/week

Study Requirements
Total 8 units:
3 core units & 5 electives

Tuition Fee (AUD)
International Students:
AUD $10,800

Other Miscellaneous Fees
Administration Fee:
$200 (1 program)
$300 (2 or more programs)

Material Fee:
$300
Building Swipe Card (Refundable)
AUD$100

2014 Overseas Student Health
Cover $548 / year (SINGLE)

2014 Intake Dates:
13 Jan, 14 Apr, 7 Jul, 29 Sep

2014 Annual Living Expenses
(Guide for International Students)
$18,610 / year (estimate)

Course Outline

The Advanced Diploma of Accounting is designed to reflect the role of individuals working in
accounting and seeking professional identification. Core industry competencies such as
commercial law, Australian taxation law, advanced accounting concepts and BAS agent
registration requirements are covered in this course.

The program provides a standalone qualification, but may also be used as a stepping stone to
further studies at a tertiary level.
Course Requirements

Pre-requisites: Completion of FNS50210 Diploma of Accounting or other
equivalent qualification/s

This Diploma is made up of 3 core and 5 elective subjects. See list show below:

Code Unit (Subject to change without notice)
FNSACC604A Monitor Corporate Governance Activities
FNSINC601A Apply economic principles to work in the financial service
industry
FNSINC602A Interpret and Use Financial Statistics and Tools
FNSACC605A Implement organisational improvement programs
FNSACC610A Develop and implement financial strategies
FNSACC602A Audit and report on financial systems and records
BSBMGT605B Provide Leadership Across the Organisation
BSBMGT616A Develop and Implement Strategic Plans



*All fees and units may be subject to changes
























Recognition of Prior Learning
RPL assesses your current skills and knowledge against the
learning outcomes of a course or units, regardless of how and
where the learning occurred. Competencies may have been
attained through: study, work experience and general life
experience activities.

AAPoly is obliged to recognize the AQTF qualifications and
statements of attainment issued by other registered training
organizations. For further details email
enquries@polytechnic.academies.edu.au
Course Enquiries
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Level 4, 303, Collins Street,
Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia.
Phone: +613 8610 4100
Fax: +613 8610 4199
Email:
enquiries@polytechnic.academies.edu.au


Student Support
A range of student services will be
available to enrolled students at
AAPoly, including welfare and
academic counseling and learning
resource material. For further
information contact the Academic
Support Department at AAPoly.

Further Information
The commencement of any
program is always subject to
funding and class sizes. While the
information provided in this
publication is correct at the time of
going to press, AAPoly reserves the
right to alter any course, procedure
or fee. Students are advised to
check for any amendments prior to
enrolment.

Assessment and Fees
A range of assessment task will be
undertaken which may include
written reports, essays,
assignments, case studies, tests,
group projects, oral presentations
and formal examinations. The
course outline provides specific
guidelines on assessments for this
program.

Application Method
Submit an application form to:
Academies Australasia Polytechnic
Level 4, 303, Collins Street,
Melbourne, VIC 3000, Australia.
Form may be downloaded from
www.polytechnic.academies.edu.au

Entry Requirements
For International Students, the following are mandatory
requirement:
o Be at least 18 years of age
o English level at IELTS 5.5 or above or PTE Academic Score
no lower than 42
o Have successfully completed Diploma or Australian year 12
equivalent and if less, a demonstrated ability to succeed in
the chosen course

AAPoly Pathway
University Pathways
AAPoly is a Federation University Australia partner provider institution in Melbourne City.
Federation University Australia CRICOS Provider Number 00103D
Updated on 31 December 2013

Career Opportunities
Types of job roles relevant to
this qualification include:
Accountant
Office Manager
Bookkeeper
Accounting Supervisor
Accounting Manager

Masters degree
Advanced Diploma of
Accounting [FNS60210]

Bachelor degree
Diploma of
Accounting [FNS50210]


Learning Facilities &
Resources
AAPoly has a range of facilities and
resources for students including
computer labs, lounge areas,
meeting rooms, access to city
libraries as well as a library on level
9 at the Collins St campus.