Qualification Overview

Qualification Title Graduate Diploma in Accounting
Qualification Type Graduate Diploma
Level 7
Credits 120
Subject Area
  • Management and Commerce » Accountancy » Accounting
Strategic Purpose Statement
The aim of the graduate diploma is to produce high quality graduates who have a sound understanding of the dynamic and changing environment in which managers operate in New Zealand and internationally, that will enable them to apply that knowledge at both organisational and strategic levels in a range of industries and organisations.

On reaching the workplace, graduates will have current specialised knowledge and be able to integrate into their workplace environment quickly, having already spent time through their course of study in a work context applying the knowledge and skills of the curriculum.
Graduate profile
On successful completion of this qualification students will have the ability to:

- Apply specialised technical knowledge and skills to a specific business field, along with abilities for adapting and/or generalising these to other business fields.
- Employ creative skills and apply them in an organised approach to problem solving.
- Display well-developed critical thinking capabilities, including analysing, evaluating and critically reflecting on information, decisions and behaviour. These abilities also enable strategic thinking and adaptability in a constantly changing global environment.
- Recognise, adopt and where necessary, instil in others ethical dimensions inherent in business decision making having particular regard for issues of social responsibility and sustainable practice.
- Exercise self-direction and adopt independent working practices, and an ability to foster these in others.
- Accept responsibility for the quality of their own work outcomes, and where applicable, for the quality of others' work outcomes.
- Apply independent learning skills that encourage the regular accessing of new knowledge and information.
- Use effective written communication and well-developed inter-personal skills, and an ability to foster these in others.
- Work effectively in group situations, as a leader or a follower, as appropriate.
- Adapt to, and work effectively in, diverse cultural contexts and work environments, encouraging others to do likewise.
- Use technology and communication systems effectively.
- Understand the relevance of the Treaty of Waitangi to applied management in New Zealand/Aotearoa.
Education pathways
The Graduate Diplomas prepare students to undertake post graduate study, for example a Master of Business Administration. Graduates of the Graduate Diploma in Accounting who meet NZICA requirements may undertake professional studies and examinations leading to membership of NZICA.
Employment pathways
The Graduate Diplomas prepare graduates for employment in Business. Employment opportunities depend on which Graduate Diploma a student has studied and may include, human resource manager, management consultant, public administrator, accountant, financial controller, sales management, marketing management, advertising and business development, and specialist management positions.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:

(a) Academic entry requirement

7.2.1. Successfully completed a bachelor's degree in any field excluding the specific graduate diploma field.

OR

7.2.2. Successfully completed a Level 6 or 7 Diploma and relevant work and/or life experience (equivalent to a Bachelor's degree).

OR

7.2.3. Evidence of equivalent practical, professional or educational experience e.g. three years full time work experience [relevant to business studies].

AND

7.2.4. Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicants whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 (with no score below 5.5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent.

Selection:

Applicants who meet the requirements for admission are accepted into the programme in the order their applications are received.

An interview process will be available on application to counsel the appropriate choice of programme, to determine whether any specific support is required and to ensure students are well informed about the programme's demands and requirements. Whanau/family will be invited to accompany applicants to these interviews.
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 2041
Status Current
Created January 2013
Next Review September 2017
Content
The Graduate Diploma in Accounting provides skills and knowledge that are highly sought after in the business world. This qualification equips students with basic accounting skills and detailed study in taxation and compliance as well as advanced financial and management accounting.

Graduates are capable of identifying opportunities for cost efficiencies, savings and future growth, and helping business leaders understand fiscal risk. The programme includes gaining valuable work experience on a business project.

With this qualification graduates develop competencies in advanced accounting concepts relating to finance, tax, financial and management accounting. Graduates are eligible for support roles within chartered accountant offices, or within businesses in the public, private and not for profit sectors. This graduate diploma is also useful for strengthening your prospects when considering other business or management career positions.

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