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Program overview
- Unlock greater career opportunities with QUT's Graduate Certificate in Business (Professional Accounting) designed for those with no prior accounting experience.
- Study professional accounting foundation units such as business and corporations law, cost and management accounting and managerial finance.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in problem-solving, risk management, effective communication and data analysis and interpretation.
- Gain eligibility to progress towards the Australian professional accounting bodies’ respective professional programs.
- Extend your studies by continuing into a Master of Business once you’ve completed your graduate certificate.
- Complete your studies online or on campus in six months full-time or one year part-time.
Program overview
- Unlock greater career opportunities with QUT's Graduate Certificate in Business (Professional Accounting) designed for those with no prior accounting experience.
- Study professional accounting foundation units such as business and corporations law, cost and management accounting and managerial finance.
- Develop digital competencies and in-demand transferable skills in problem-solving, risk management, effective communication and data analysis and interpretation.
- Gain eligibility to progress towards the Australian professional accounting bodies’ respective professional programs.
- Extend your studies by continuing into a Master of Business once you’ve completed your graduate certificate.
- Complete your studies on campus in six months full-time.
Explore this course
Accounting is more than just numbers; it's the language businesses use to discuss their finances. If you're looking to pivot your career and boost your prospects, consider QUT's Graduate Certificate in Business (Professional Accounting). This specialised program caters to individuals who do not have an undergraduate degree in accounting but aspire to achieve a professional accounting qualification.
In this course, you'll gain a strong foundation in accounting principles and develop expertise in data evaluation, analytical decision-making, and financial statement preparation.
To excel in the accounting profession, a comprehensive understanding of Australia's legal system, particularly business and corporate law, is crucial. This course provides a deep dive into the legal environment, offering you a solid foundation in core legal principles and knowledge necessary for success in the accounting field. You'll also gain valuable insights into the legal intricacies that impact businesses, honing your research and analysis skills to make well-informed and effective decisions in this dynamic domain.
Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business, you'll be equipped to deliver effective business insights, allocate resources, manage performance, and confidently navigate the complexities of the business landscape.
If you want to expand your real-world accounting knowledge and skills, you can further your studies with our Master of Business.
Careers and outcomes
Acquiring an accounting qualification provides essential skills that will greatly benefit your career progression. These skills are valuable in both private and public sectors, including not-for-profit organisations, and are applicable from small start-ups to multinational conglomerates, as well as for local tax accountants to those working in global advisory services.
Possible careers
- Accountant
- Audit manager
- Chartered accountant
- Chartered tax adviser
- Management accountant
- Nonprofit accountant
- Risk and quality manager
- Senior analyst
- Tax accountant
Students are required to complete 4 units (48 credit points). The course can be undertaken either full-time (1 semester) or part-time (2 semesters).
Students are required to complete 4 units (48 credit points). The course can be undertaken either full-time (1 semester).
- Course code
- BS39
- CRICOS code
- 031769E
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- Online
- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 6 months full-time
- 1 - 2 years part-time
- 6 months full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Entry requirements
You must have one of:
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline; or
- A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in any discipline and at least two years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience; or
- At least five years full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience.
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirements
You must have a completed recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic / One Skill Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge C1 Advanced
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT Australia Test (120 scale) | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from July
2027 fees
2027: Fee available from July
2026 fees
2026: $18,400 per year full-time (48 credit points)
2026 fees
2026: $24,700 per year full-time (48 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
FEE-HELP: loans to help you pay for your course fees
You may not have to pay anything upfront if you're eligible for a FEE-HELP loan.
You can apply for scholarships to help you with study and living costs.
Equity scholarships scheme
A scholarship for low-income students studying in any faculty.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Struggling financially
International Merit Scholarship
A high achievement scholarship for future international undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
International Talent Scholarship
A new scholarship for 2026 that covers tuition fees, with eligibility based on your prior academic achievements.
- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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