Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT)
Full-time: one semester (approximately 20 hours per week); Part-time: two semesters (approximately 10 hours per week)
Master accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals including BAS preparation, payroll management, and financial reporting using industry-standard software like Xero and MYOB. Ideal for aspiring bookkeepers and accounting professionals seeking Tax Practitioner Board recognition.
It is recommended that applicants have Certificate III in Accounts Administration (FNS30317) or equivalent, or experience in the finance or accounting industry. You must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) to enrol. Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 3 across reading, writing, learning, and oral communication are required. Numeracy skills are also essential for successful course completion.
The course comprises 13 subjects: 10 core units covering spreadsheet design, financial reporting, transaction processing, subsidiary accounts administration, industry practice, computerised accounting systems, operational budgeting, financial statements for non-reporting entities, BAS/IAS completion, and payroll systems; plus 3 elective units from financial calculations, business document design, and complex spreadsheet creation. Topics include general journal entries, ledger reconciliation, accounts receivable and payable management, bad debt identification, banking procedures, trial balance preparation, system integrity maintenance, and compliance with Tax Practitioners Board requirements.
CIT (Canberra Institute of Technology) delivers this qualification through industry-experienced educators with subjects approved by the Tax Practitioners Board. The course is regularly updated to meet current industry needs and maximise employment opportunities. CIT provides flexible learning options across multiple campuses and learning centres, with comprehensive student support services and the opportunity to achieve BAS agent registration upon completion.
Graduates can pursue careers as Bookkeepers, BAS Agents, Accounts Officers, Payroll Officers, or Office Managers. Successful completion may lead to BAS agent registration with the Tax Practitioner Board, opening opportunities for self-employment or advancement within accounting firms. The qualification provides a foundation for further study in accounting diplomas and advanced qualifications.
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