This diploma gives you a solid grounding in accounting - whether you're new to the field, or already in the industry and looking to strengthen your skills. With a Diploma of Accounting, you’ll be able to explore roles such as Senior Financial Clerk, BAS Agent and Office Manager. If you decide to continue studying, the diploma can be credited towards an undergraduate degree in a similar area. Course Structure To receive the Diploma of Accounting students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Provide financial and business performance information Prepare tax documentation for individuals Manage budgets and forecasts Prepare financial reports for corporate entities Implement and maintain internal control procedures Provide management accounting information Additional Units Prepare financial reports Develop and use complex spreadsheets Lead effective workplace relationships Process financial transactions and extract interim reports Establish and maintain accounting information systems Prepare and administer tax documentation for legal entities Evaluate business performance Comply with financial services Industry codes of practice Apply economic principles to work in the financial services industry Interpret and use financial statistics and tools Prepare financial reports to meet statutory requirements Prepare financial forecasts and projections Apply legal principles in consumer and contract law Apply legal principles in corporations and trusts law Apply legal principles in property law Career opportunities The primary pathway from this qualification is employment in accounting job roles with duties such as: introducing and maintaining accounting systems, maintaining internal control systems, preparing financial statements for a non-reporting entity, preparing tax returns, reporting on business performance, managing small teams, developing business plans, and preparing accounting reports for management. Diploma -to - Degree Pathway TAFE NSW can offer international students a Diploma-to-Degree university pathway in Accounting so you can graduate with an Australian Bachelor degree.