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This coursework Masters is designed to provide an opportunity for graduates whose first degree is in a discipline other than accounting to undertake major studies in accounting, leading to the acquisition of accounting skills and knowledge, and fulfilment of the entry requirements of the accounting professional bodies. Graduates will be ready for work with comprehensive and contemporary skills sought by the industry and the profession.
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The Tax Clinic Practice is a work integrated learning (WIL) unit designed to offer students a unique opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional tax practice setting. Students will gain hands-on experience by working directly with the public and tax professionals, providing advice and support for unrepresented, lower income or vulnerable taxpayers and small businesses. This will allow them to develop an understanding of practical aspects of tax compliance and tax advice and equip them to deal with the realities of tax practice and employment upon graduation.
Students will be advised of the necessary clearances during the application process if required. The management of risk is addressed in the induction process.
At the outset of the semester, students must attend mandatory training sessions. During the semester, students are expected to attend the ECU Tax Clinic and participate in face-to-face clinical practices. In addition, students will have to undertake self-learning activities, including client preparation of at least 36 hours to be able to actively participate in the face-to-face clinical practices. Students are also required to maintain regular diary entries, which will serve as a tool for reflection and used for subsequent assessment purposes.
Students who have passed LAW6300.
Enrolment into this unit is by application only and involves a selection process. As this unit focuses on the personal and professional development of the individual, no Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) will be considered for this unit.
Students must have passed LAW6300 to be eligible for enrolment.
Enrolled students will be issued with a guide which outlines the expected code of conduct and responsibilities.
Students can choose to complete a 20-credit point work placement unit in this course. This requires students to undertake a minimum of 100 hours of learning in a work setting. Work placement hours are typically completed on a part-time basis and students will undertake projects and tasks that are related to their course learning outcomes. Work placements will be secured through the work-integrated learning team, or as a result of pre-approved networking and contacts developed by the student. Terms of payment, if any, will be negotiated on an individual basis.
Students must complete the relevant risk management documentation prescribed by the work-integrated learning team, in accordance with ECU policy and procedures. Students should be aware of any work-related restrictions in their visa conditions, if applicable. They must also provide any documentation required by their host partner, including police clearances and immunisations. Required documentation is likely to vary across host organisations.
Students are required to attend host organisations to complete their learning in a work setting. Hours will be organised on an individual basis and host organisations may require students to attend after hours and on the weekends. In addition to their time in the work setting, students may be required to attend virtual and/or face-to-face sessions as instructed by the Unit Coordinator.
Enrolments into work placement and internship units are by application only. Interested students should contact the work-integrated learning team at least one semester prior to when they hope to commence their placement or internship. Eligible students will be required to participate in a recruitment process which could involve submitting recruitment documents and attending an interview (virtual or face-to-face) with the work-integrated learning team and prospective industry partners. Students should be aware that enrolment into the course does not guarantee entry into work placement or internship units.
Students enrol into BUS6900.
Students are expected to behave in a professional manner in the work setting and adhere to the host organisation and/or industry's Code of Conduct. They are also required to meet the requirements outlined in the SBL WIL Guidelines for Students’. Host organisations are expected to the meet the requirements outlined in the 'SBL WIL Guidelines for Collaborators.
This course has been Accredited by: Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
Students completing this course can access Associate level membership of the Institute of Public Accountants.
This course has been Accredited by: Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).
This course has been Accredited by: CPA Australia.
Students will need to graduate to be eligible to register with the CPA Australia. Registration with the CPA Australia is required to practice in the profession.
Students will need to graduate to be eligible to register with the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand. Registration with the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand is required to practice in the profession.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
All applicants are required to meet the published entry requirements. Applicants with an Accounting undergraduate degree from an Australian institution should not apply. Successful applicants with a Graduate Certificate qualification or higher in Accounting may seek reduced course duration by applying for recognition of prior learning.
This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ACC6010 | Accounting Concepts and Applications | 20 |
| ECF6102 | Quantitative Skills for Business | 20 |
| ECF6110 | Business Finance | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ACC6015 | Corporate Accounting and Reporting | 20 |
| ACC6020 | Accounting for Managerial Planning and Control | 20 |
| LAW6501 | Principles of Contract and Corporate Law in Business | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ECF6105 | Economic Analysis for Business | 20 |
| ACC6025 | Accounting Theory, Research and Practice | 20 |
| LAW6300 | Principles of Taxation Law | 20 |
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|
| ACC6030 | Auditing and Assurance Services | 20 |
| ACC6045 | Business Analytics for Accounting and Finance | 20 |
| Students must select one (1) of the following units: | ||
| ACC6035 ^ | Contemporary Issues in Sustainability Accounting | 20 |
| BUS6900 ^ | Management Practicum | 20 |
| LAW6150 ^ | Tax Clinic Practice | 20 |
^ Core Option
For the purposes of considering a request for Reasonable Adjustments under the Disability Standards for Education (Commonwealth 2005), inherent requirements for this subject are articulated in the Unit Description, Learning Outcomes and Assessment Requirements of this entry. The University is dedicated to provide support to those with special requirements. Further details on the support for students with disabilities or medical conditions can be found at the Access and Inclusion website.
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