C4398 - Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

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Plan: C4398 - Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping
Qualification national code: FNS40217
Nominal hours: 655
Career: TAFE
Duration: 0.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Location: City Campus
Owning school: Business and Enterprise (525T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
CRICOS code: 099255C

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Purpose of the Program

This qualification enables those who are seeking a career in accounting to gain experience in accounting transactions, their behaviour and effects on the organisation. Graduates of this program typically secure work in range of industries as a BAS Agent/bookkeeper, accounts payable officer, accounts receivable officer and some may pursue assistant accountant roles in larger accounting firms.  It also provides a study pathway to those who want to progress through higher level accounting qualifications such as Diploma of Accounting, Advanced Diploma of Accounting and Bachelor of Accounting.

Upon completing the Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping qualification learners will have met the academic requirement for licensing as a BAS Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB). The TPB licensing requirements also include a prescribed work experience requirement, so the completion of this qualification does not automatically entitle a graduate to become a licensed BAS Agent. See https://www.tpb.gov.au/bas-agent-registration

Individuals in job roles associated with this qualification apply solutions to a range of accounting and bookkeeping problems, analysing and evaluating information from a variety of sources. They prepare various kinds of financial reports suitable for organisational decisions and management purposes, coordinate and evaluate their own work and provide guidance to others or teams within defined guidelines.

Individuals in these roles will also apply theoretical and specialist knowledge and skills to work autonomously, and exercise judgement in completing both routine and non-routine activities.

In addition to specialised (or technical) skills, this program will also develop the core work skills needed for a graduate to succeed in the workforce. These core work skills will be developed in an accounting and bookkeeping industry context.

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Articulation and pathways

Upon successful completion of the C4398 (FNS40217) Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping qualification you may gain entry into the C5424 (FNS50222) Diploma of Accounting.

More information on how to apply is available at the following: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-services/student-connect

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Entrance requirements

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training.gov.au - FNS40217 - Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

International students

As well as the above requirements, international students must meet one of the following English Proficiency tests:     

  • IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 5.5 (with no individual band below 5.0)
  • TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 50 (with minimum of 5 in Reading, 5 in Listening, 14 in Speaking and 15 in Writing)
  • Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A): minimum score of 42 (with no communication band less than 36)
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 162 with no less than 154 in any component

For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information. 

RMIT's equity access schemes allow additional consideration in the selection process. However, an equity access application cannot bypass the minimum entry requirements. More on equity access schemes is located at https://www.rmit.edu.au/study-with-us/applying-to-rmit/local-student-applications/equity-access-schemes/types-of-equity-access/

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External accreditation and industry links

The development of the program structure and the choice of elective units appropriate to the accounting and bookkeeping industry were informed by an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) comprised of representatives of the accounting and bookkeeping sector and RMIT educators.

Graduates of this qualification may meet the academic requirements for registration as a BAS Agent with the Tax Practitioners Board (TPB). Those seeking registration as a BAS Agent should check current registration requirements with the TPB as these requirements are reviewed regularly. Refer to https://www.tpb.gov.au/bas-agent-registration

All academic staff maintain close contact with the accounting and bookkeeping industry through various professional development activities.  Some casual/sessional academic staff maintain employment or operate their own business in this industry sector.

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Student expenses and charges in addition to fees

Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees.  Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

Library resources and services

As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.

Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop, you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.

Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service.

The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.

You can find more information on Library resources and services at: https://www.rmit.edu.au/library

Online learning tools and content

You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses when you log into Canvas (Learning Management System)

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