Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting
Accounting
A course by
AUT
Further your understanding of accounting from a strategic business perspective in as little as eight months with the Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting. This qualification provides an entry point for those seeking advanced accounting skills and may serve as a pathway to the Master of Professional Accounting.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
City Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 35 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Advanced knowledge in accounting
Gain comprehensive understanding of accounting principles, practices, and regulations at a postgraduate level.
Applied professional accounting skills
Develop applied skills in financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, business law, auditing, and related areas.
Strategic business perspective
Understand accounting’s role within organizational strategy and decision-making.
What You're Signing Up For
The Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting at AUT enables students to deepen their knowledge of accounting with a focus on strategic business perspectives. It is designed for graduates with a bachelor's degree in any discipline who wish to acquire a recognized professional accounting qualification. The programme consists of 120 points delivered over two trimesters (8 months to 1 year full-time), and provides a pathway to further study such as the Master of Professional Accounting or PhD. Key areas include financial accounting, management accounting, New Zealand taxation, accounting information systems, finance, auditing, and business law.
Course Content
- Financial Accounting
- Management Accounting for Business
- Taxation in New Zealand
- Accounting Information Systems
- Advanced Financial Accounting
- Strategic Management Accounting
- Finance for Accountants
- Accounting Regulations and Business Law
- Economics and Quantitative Methods
- Auditing
What you need to know first
Completed bachelor’s degree (any discipline)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Accounting
Business
Finance
Future employment opportunities might be
Professional accountant roles in business or public practice
Financial analyst
Management accountant