Queensland University of Technology
Graduate Certificate in Business (Professional Accounting)
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 6 months
- Course Type: Graduate Certificate
Develop skills in professional accounting foundations while building digital, analytical and communication capabilities and prepare for progression to Australian professional accounting programs.
Course overview
The program provides a strong foundation in core accounting principles while developing expertise in data analysis, analytical decision-making, and financial statement preparation. It also emphasises the importance of understanding Australia’s legal framework, particularly in business and corporate law, which is essential to professional accounting practice.
Accounting extends beyond numerical analysis and serves as the language through which organisations communicate financial performance and position. The Graduate Certificate in Business (Professional Accounting) is designed for individuals seeking to transition into the accounting profession without a prior undergraduate accounting qualification, providing a pathway to professional accreditation.
Through focused study of the legal and regulatory environment, participants gain essential knowledge of key legal principles affecting organisations, alongside strengthened research and analytical capabilities to support sound decision-making. Upon completion, graduates are equipped to deliver meaningful business insights, allocate resources effectively, manage performance and navigate the complexities of contemporary business environments with confidence.
Key facts
July, 2026
What you will study
To earn the Graduate Certificate in Business (Professional Accounting), students must complete 48 credit points.
Core units
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting Processes
- Business and Corporations Law
- Managerial Finance
Entry requirements
To be eligible for admission to this course, you must have one of the following:
- A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline.
- A recognised diploma (or higher qualification) in any discipline and at least two years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience.
- At least five years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Acquiring an accounting qualification provides essential skills that will greatly benefit your career progression. These skills are valuable in both private and public sectors, including not-for-profit organisations and are applicable from small start-ups to multinational conglomerates, as well as for local tax accountants to those working in global advisory services.
Potential career options for graduates include:
- Accountant
- Audit Manager
- Chartered Accountant
- Chartered Tax Advisor
- Management Accountant
- Nonprofit Accountant
- Risk and Quality Manager
- Senior Analyst
- Tax Accountant
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated first-year tuition fee in 2026: $18,400 (domestic full-fee paying place).
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 48 credit points (normally four units) per year.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.