The aim of the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting is to give people who already have a degree, or extensive business experience, an opportunity to extend their knowledge in a specialised field, without having to complete a degree. This programme is suitable for those who already have the equivalent accounting study up to the second year of the Bachelor of Commerce. Our teaching staff have extensive business experience, combined with excellent academic backgrounds and strong links with the professions, while our programmes have a strong practical and applied focus. We know that our programmes will challenge you, but that you will feel supported and excited about your future once you decide to study with SIT. Our business staff are passionate about teaching and enjoy working with students of all ages and from different cultures. Career Opportunities Students who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting will have developed skills and knowledge in that specialist business area. Graduates will be qualified to work in a range of accounting disciplines including financial accounting, financial management, corporate accounting, taxation, auditing, and business consulting in many industries. Compulsory papers: ACC301 Advanced Financial Reporting ACC302 Advanced Management Accounting Elective Papers At least 45 credits must be taken from the following list of papers: ACC305 Auditing CON359 Contemporary Issues IBS360 International Business ETH360 Business Ethics MAN337 Corporate Social Responsibility ACC304 Applied Research Project - Accounting Balance of credits may be taken from the following list of papers (Up to 45 credits) ACC203 Business Finance ACC204 Accounting Information Systems ACC206 Taxation LAW110 Commercial Law LAW210 Company Law