NONAC08001

Introduction to Accounting

Non-accredited Short Course

Discover the accounting language and learn about basic accounting principles and theory to progress onto MYOB.

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NEXT INTAKE On campus: Southport Start date: 04 May 2023 Duration: 1 day

STUDY LOCATIONS Gold Coast

WAYS TO STUDY On campus

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Full Fee

$205

Course overview

Introduction to Accounting is a short course aimed at students wishing to learn about the basic accounting principles and theory before moving onto the MYOB Accounting courses at TAFE Queensland.

This course is classroom based and is recommended if you have had no experience with accounting terminology and principles. You will not be using MYOB software or computers in this short course, you will be working through a course resource on Introduction to Accounting.

The purpose of this course is to use a common range of calculation methods and techniques for conducting routine financial calculations and transactions. You will also be instructed in manual data entry in Ledgers and Trial Balance.

Topics covered include:

Double Entry Accounting (Debits and Credits)
Understanding Debits and Credits, Chart of Accounts, Reports and Legal Compliance
The Balance Sheet
The Profit and Loss Statement
The Trial Balance
The Journals or Ledgers
Initial transactions and documentation

This short course is non-accredited therefore is not registered with the National Training Register.

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CAMPUS	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	STUDY MODE	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Southport	04 May 2023	1 day	9.00am - 3.00pm Thursday	Classroom	Full fee: $205 Apply

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Introduction to Accounting

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

You should have a good understanding of the English language and be able to read and understand comprehensive manuals.

Resources required

You will need to bring a notebook, pen, pencil, eraser and USB to class.
You will receive a comprehensive manual.
You will need to present your Confirmation of Enrolment to the car park attendant each week to be eligible for discounted parking.

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Course Disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.