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 1, 2026

Study mode

On Campus, Online

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

Experienced Teaching Team
Industry Relevant
Seamless Pathways

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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
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My study definitely impacted my career. I acquired knowledge, skills and experiences required to enter corporate life. Additionally, interacting with people from different countries, being involved in different types of jobs, receiving advice from my professors and peers helped boost my confidence.
Karuna Shiwakoti
Master of Professional Accounting | Nepal
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The course is excellent and designed to a high standard. The units relate to international accounting and banking systems, and made me confident. When I return home there will be lots of opportunities to use my knowledge and experience.
Abdullah Al Helal
Master of Professional Accounting | Bangladesh
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I chose CQU because I believe it gave me the knowledge and skills to prepare me to meet the demands of our changing world. CQU provides a unique learning style that encourages me to be innovative.
Cindy Wisco
Master of Professional Accounting | Philippines
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I undertook an internship and CQU helped me to land my current job. The business internship helped me to build up my soft skills, boost my confidence and adapt to the Australian working environment. I felt very comfortable with my host organisation.
Thilini Wasana Dissanayaka
Master of Professional Accounting | Sri Lanka
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It’s all about getting out of your comfort zone and exploring what else is there. One thing I learned during my journey is that what seems to be all bad and ugly can turn into something good and beautiful.
Annie Grace Reyes
Master of Professional Accounting | Philippines

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.

Intakes

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete four units (24 credits):

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

Credit Transfer

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

Intakes

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

Scholarships

We offer a range of scholarships to support international students. Our merit scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students based on academic excellence and provide course fee reductions ranging from 15% to 25%.

We also have region-specific scholarships for students from selected regions, offering a 25% reduction in course fees.

You don’t need to submit a separate application for scholarships funded by the University. We automatically assess all eligible students for the best available scholarship when you apply for your course.

Browse our scholarships.

Additional costs

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

Our easy to use online application system for international students will guide you through the process of applying for a course at CQUniversity Australia.

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