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About the course
The Graduate Certificate of Professional Accounting at Swinburne provides a postgraduate pathway into core accounting knowledge and contemporary business practice. It is designed to build foundational capabilities in areas such as accounting concepts, reporting and related professional skills, supporting career change or progression. Delivered at Hawthorn, the course can be completed in one year and suits graduates seeking an accounting-focused credential at graduate certificate level.
Career outcome
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate of Professional Accounting can pursue entry-level to developing roles across accounting and finance functions in business, government and not-for-profit organisations. Typical pathways include accounts officer, assistant accountant, bookkeeping and payroll-related roles, and junior finance support positions. The qualification can also support progression to further postgraduate accounting study and broader finance careers within the accounting and finance discipline at graduate certificate level.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
