Swinburne College Professional Year Programs swinburne.edu.au/pyp
Make your mark in the Australian workplace Swinburne s Professional Year Programs have been specifically designed for international student graduates seeking an additional pathway from university to employment in Australia. You can gain valuable experience in the workplace to enhance your qualification. n Get practical experience with a 12-week industry internship n Develop the confidence to promote yourself to employers in job interviews n Refine your workplace communication skills n Increase your understanding of Australian workplace culture. Students also have free online access to IELTS exam preparation material as well as ongoing career mentoring after graduation. Professional Year graduates also have access services provided by Swinburne s Careers and Employment Unit, including free seminars, résumé checks, interview practice sessions and access to an online employment database. Why Swinburne? Swinburne is a world-ranked education provider with a reputation for delivering high quality programs. In 2012, Swinburne was ranked in the top 400 universities in the world, and the top three in Melbourne, by the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU). Swinburne is consistently recognised in the educational experience category including five-star ratings for teaching quality and generic skills (The Good Universities Guide to Postgraduate Courses 2013). 66 per cent of Swinburne s Professional Year graduates were employed in their field within six months of completing the program (Graduate survey 2011)
Professional Year Programs Campus Hawthorn Duration 44 weeks Intakes March, September Program fees* $12,700 (payable in four instalments) $250 enrolment fee * Fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted Swinburne graduates are eligible for a 10 per cent fee saving on the total program fee. Accounting Skilled Migration Internship Program: Accounting (SMIPA) SMIPA has been developed by Swinburne College in conjunction with CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). Both programs have both been approved by the Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC). Computer Science ACS Professional Year in Computer Science Swinburne College has been accredited to deliver this program on behalf of the Australian Computer Society (ACS). Program structure Students spend the first half of the program undertaking two concurrent units of study. Classes are held during business hours for two days per week. Students then undertake their 12-week internship, as well as an online unit. Teaching period Unit name Students Location Duration* 1 Entry and Advancement in the Australian Workplace Performance and Communication in the Australian Workplace Introduction to MYOB Accounting only Online 2 IT Governance, Ethics and Strategic Business Frameworks * Total program duration is 44 weeks. All Hawthorn campus 17 18 weeks (2 days per week), plus online unit for accounting All Hawthorn campus Computer science only Online 12 weeks (2.5 days per week), plus the online IT unit if applicable Industry Internship All Industry placement I decided to undertake the Professional Year Program to understand the Australian workplace culture and get experience in my professional field. The program is very well designed, and the support they provide for the internship and career development is superb. Takuya Kito, ACS Professional Year in Computer Science
Unit descriptions Classroom units Entry and Avancement in the Australian Workplace improve your résumé writing and job interview skills develop a career plan and learn how to apply for appropriate jobs gain a better understanding of Australian workplace culture learn how to understand and respond to employers expectations contribute to cultural diversity in the workplace. Performance and Communication in the Australian Workplace develop interpersonal skills to help you succeed in the workplace learn how to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients chair and participate in meetings using appropriate language write reports and other documents relevant to your profession give presentations to work colleagues, managers and clients. Swinburne Internship Swinburne s Professional Year internships provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your knowledge and gain new skills in the Australian workplace. Internship placements are organised by Swinburne College. We match your skills and objectives with a suitable host organisation to help you get the most out of your internship. Students are placed in a range of professional fields, including: Accounting auditing taxation accounting financial advisory firms. Computer Science web design internet security database development IT help desk support. Online units Introduction to MYOB (Accounting students only) get an introduction to the MYOB accounting software learn how to create accounts, record customer payments and perform reconciliations learn how to work with reports and produce business activity statements develop the practical accountancy skills necessary to succeed in your internship and the workplace beyond. IT Governance, Ethics and Strategic Business Frameworks (Computer science students only) This online unit is delivered by the ACS and explores the role of information technology within and between organisations. develop a basic risk management plan for simple projects identify legal requirements and constraints imposed on a project develop a working knowledge of ethics, standards and professional practice review an information systems strategy and how it supports an organisation s goals. Our accounting intern, Tina, started her internship by taking over all of our internal bookkeeping and financial reporting work. She also helped out with basic administrative duties. Over time she took on self-managed super fund accounting work. We believe this is a fantastic program for both Australian companies, and for the interns. It helps to break down some of the barriers that exist when considering someone for a role when English is their second language. Sarah Riegelhuth Internship host, Wealth Enhancers
Application information Entry requirements a bachelor or master degree in accounting or ICT from an Australian institution; students must have completed at least two years study in Australia an overall IELTS result of 6.0 (no band below 6.0) a skills assessment from the ACS, CPA, CA or IPA. These bodies are authorised to assess students qualifications and experience in relation to applications for skilled migration a Skilled Graduate (Temporary) visa (subclass 485) or a Bridging Visa A; student visa holders are not eligible. Students must also attend an interview as part of the application process. How to apply Step 1 Download an application form at www.swinburne.edu.au/college/apply Step 2 Attach all of the required certified documents to your application form. Step 3 Read the enrolment policy at www.swinburne.edu.au/college/pyp-fee-policy Step 4 Submit your application form and documents. Email: international@swinburne.edu.au In person: Hawthorn campus Student Information Centre Ground floor Swinburne Place West (SPW) building Wakefield Street, Hawthorn (9am 5pm, Monday Friday) Before the Professional Year Program I did not know much about the real world of accounting. Now I can apply my theoretical knowledge to practical work. I ve now got a job as a production manager for a clothing company and my role includes management and accounting. Rajbir Kaur Professional Year in Accounting Step 5 Attend an application interview. Step 6 Accept your offer.
n More information +61 3 8676 7002 international@swinburne.edu.au swinburne.edu.au/pyp CRICOS Provider Code: 00111D Swinburne University of Technology (Swinburne) has used all reasonable endeavour to ensure the information contained in this publication was correct and current at the time of publication (June 2013), however Swinburne accepts no responsibility for any error, omission or defect herein. Any information contained in this publication is subject to change from time to time without notice. You are advised to reconcile the accuracy and currency of the information provided with the relevant faculty, school or department at Swinburne before acting upon or in consideration of the information. SP1365-11-0613