Course Curriculum

The Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting at CQUniversity consists of eight core units, totaling 48 credits, designed to provide students with a strong foundation in accounting and related business disciplines. The program begins with Accounting in Australia (ACCT20070), which introduces key accounting concepts, financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements relevant to Australian practice. Economics for Managers (ECON20039) develops an understanding of economic principles, market dynamics, and decision-making processes that impact business operations.Australian Commercial Law (LAWS20058) provides insight into the legal environment of business, covering essential areas such as contracts, corporate law, and compliance, while Statistics for Managerial Decisions (STAT20029) equips students with quantitative and analytical skills needed to interpret data and make evidence-based decisions. Foundations in Accounting (ACCT20071) and Accounting Systems and Information Assurance (ACCT20072) build technical expertise in accounting principles and the use of information systems for managing financial data. Foundations of Management Accounting (ACCT20076) introduces cost analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement, providing practical skills for managerial decision-making. Managerial Finance (FINC20018) develops understanding of financial management, investment analysis, and corporate finance, preparing students to apply financial knowledge in professional contexts.Together, these units provide a comprehensive mix of theoretical knowledge, technical skills, and professional competencies required for careers in accounting, finance, and business management. Completion of the Graduate Diploma also allows graduates to articulate into the Master of Professional Accounting, with full credit for the units completed, offering a pathway to professional accreditation and further advancement in the accounting profession. The program equips students with both practical and conceptual skills to meet the demands of the modern accounting workplace.