Graduate Diploma in Accounting

Accounting

A course by

NMIT

Add accounting specialisation to your career or degree and gain advanced skills in financial and management accounting over one year full-time or longer part-time.

NZ$1,111

inc GST

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This course starts anytime

NZQA Level 7 Certification (120 Credits)

Study Level

Advanced

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Blended study

This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions

Available in 2 locations

It will take a total of 34 weeks

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Apply core business competences

Demonstrate and apply key business skills including critical thinking, decision making, negotiation, presentation, and problem solving.

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Research and evaluate business information

Assess and critically evaluate information relevant to business environments and communicate findings effectively in written and oral form.

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Support ethical, legal, and sustainable practice

Practise business in a legal, sustainable, ethical, and culturally appropriate manner.

What You're Signing Up For

The Graduate Diploma in Accounting is designed for those who already have a degree or extensive business experience and wish to specialise further in accounting. The programme covers advanced accounting principles, financial and management accounting, and prepares graduates for roles in business consulting or accounting specialisations. You can also take electives in project or strategic management, and undertake a research or business project under supervision. Graduates will process and evaluate financial statements according to New Zealand standards and will be equipped for demanding roles in evolving business environments.

Course Content

  • Financial Accounting
  • Management Accounting
  • Advanced Financial Reporting
  • Advanced Management Accounting
  • Research Methods
  • Advanced Business Project
  • Elective in business field such as Project Management or Strategic Management

What you need to know first

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

Applicants without a degree may be approved based on prior study, work, or life experience as determined by Curriculum Manager

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Accounting

  • Finance

  • Business

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Accounts/PAYE Assistant

  • Auditor

  • Financial Accountant

  • Management Accountant

  • Systems Accountant

  • Taxation Accountant

  • Financial Advisor