Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

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Duration
0.5 years full-time, 1 year part-time
Location
Brisbane
Next start term
Term 3, 2026
Study mode
Online, On Campus
Course code
CC38
CRICOS
084204D
First-year fee
A$19,320 (2026 Indicative)
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Overview

If you are seeking a career in accounting, then the Graduate Certificate in Accounting is a great option for you. You will develop business and accounting skills that are in line with requirements from the major Australian professional accounting bodies.

CQUniversity's Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting is an excellent preparation for developing a career in accounting.

In this course, you will begin to develop business and accounting skills in line with requirements from the major Australian professional accounting bodies.

If you are a postgraduate student wanting to develop a career in accounting but do not meet the criteria for the Master of Professional Accounting you may consider enrolling in this course. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be allowed to enrol in the Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting and will receive credit for the units completed in the Graduate Certificate.

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Study Experience

Discover more about your postgraduate accounting degree, offering flexible study options and seamless pathways to help advance your knowledge. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Seamless Pathways
  • Experienced Teaching Team
  • Industry Relevant
  • Flexible Online Study
  • Research Pathways
  • Student Support
  • Cambodian, Masters Student Vorleak Ban smiling in front of a concrete wall
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    I chose this course because I wanted to further my accounting qualification in an overseas environment. CQU offers many support services to help international students socially and academically.

    Vorleak Ban

    Master of Professional Accounting | Cambodia

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate of Professional Accounting, you will have made the first steps on the way to a successful accounting career. To continue your studies towards qualifying as an accountant, you will need to enrol in the Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. 

You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below. Visit the Academic Calendars webpage for key dates relevant to your chosen intake.

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete four units (24 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (4 units)

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Additional Information

If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Course Fees

This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms). 

Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.

International Course Fees

International students from selected regions may be eligible for scholarships. 

Browse our scholarships.

In addition to your course fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses. These may include visa application fees, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), textbooks and learning materials, checks and certifications, living expenses and more.

How to Apply

You can apply through an agent for expert guidance, or directly via iStart, our online application system for international students if you’re in Australia.

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