The aim of the GMA Conversion program is to further develop the set of skills and competencies of the management accountant.
Functional and Enabling Competencies:
- Fulfil the essential functions of a senior management accountant and business advisor by using the skills that enable them to manage and provide the essential information that businesses need to make successful financial and management decisions.
- Have the ability to absorb broadly applicable, or general, attributes that are distinct from more specific discipline or task-related capabilities throughout their career and professional development.
- Be able to apply the principles of decision-making in a work environment because the course involves study that develops their analytical and decision-making skills.
- Have the discipline, initiative and organisational skills required to complete individual tasks and the negotiation, leadership and communication skills to work in team situations.
- Have had the opportunity to develop the ability to think logically and to communicate clearly and effectively with words as well as numbers.
- Have developed an international outlook and understanding in areas such as intercultural communication and Australia’s changing role in the global market and in international trade.