Charles Sturt University
Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationWhether you are looking for a career change or you simply want to gain some accounting knowledge to complement your other skills, the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting from Charles Sturt University would be ideal for you. This flexible degree provides a general professional accounting education for graduates of other disciplines.
From the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting through to the master's degree, Charles Sturt University has an option to suit you. This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
Delivery mode
Charles Sturt University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission Criteria:
Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Professional Accounting and receive credit for applicable subjects.
English Language Requirements
You can normally meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for entry to most Charles Sturt University courses by doing one of the following:
- Providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English.
- For undergraduate courses, have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0
- No individual score below 5.5
- For postgraduate coursework courses, have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0
- No individual score below 6.0
- For higher degree by research courses, have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.5
- No individual score below 6.0
- Obtaining a qualification deemed to be equivalent to Academic IELTS (and its minimum scores) by Charles Sturt.
Admission Criteria:
Applicants without a tertiary qualification may be admitted to the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting on the basis of professional attainment and/or work experience.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Professional Accounting and receive credit for applicable subjects.
English Language Requirements
You can normally meet the English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements for entry to most Charles Sturt University courses by doing one of the following:
- Providing evidence of having completed a sufficient standard of study in English.
- For undergraduate courses, have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0
- No individual score below 5.5
- For postgraduate coursework courses, have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.0
- No individual score below 6.0
- For higher degree by research courses, have obtained an Academic IELTS within the last 2 years with:
- A minimum overall score of 6.5
- No individual score below 6.0
- Obtaining a qualification deemed to be equivalent to Academic IELTS (and its minimum scores) by Charles Sturt.
Course fees
$15,560
$16,000
Career opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting will prepare you for the following roles.
Accountant
An Accountant keeps financial records and processes financial accounts. You might be employed by a business or organisation to manage their financi...
Financial Accountant
A Financial Accountant coordinates accounts for a large business or organisation. You’ll manage financial operations across all departments and pre...
Tax Accountant
A Tax Accountant manages taxation issues for a business or organisation. You’ll ensure the company meets their tax obligations and makes sure tax r...
Management Accountant
A Management Accountant coordinates financial activities for a large business or organisation. You might prepare financial reports and statements a...
About Charles Sturt University
At Charles Sturt University, we believe in making a difference. We are proud of our international research across many disciplines, including agricultural and veterinary science; education; biological, environmental and chemical sciences; ethics and philosophy.
Our academics are proven experts in their fields, and our research connections span the globe.
We believe wisdom transforms communities. With tenacity, we help to shape resilient, sustainable regions for the future. Acknowledging the culture and insight of First Nations Australians, our ethos is clearly described by the Wiradjuri phrase, yindyamarra winhanganha, meaning the wisdom of respectfully knowing how to live well in a world worth living in.
Our mission is to build skills and knowledge in our regions. We offer choice and flexibility to students and work hand-in-hand with our industries and communities in teaching, research and engagement. Growing from our historical roots, we share our knowledge and expertise as a significant regional export industry and we bring strength and learning from this back to our regions.
Through our values, we create a welcoming community experience and learning environment that supports innovative research, advances society and gives back to our regions.
