Master of Professional Accounting

Masters (Coursework)

If you already have an undergraduate degree in another discipline, the Master of Professional Accounting is the best way to gain entry to the professional accounting bodies.

Key details

Degree Type

Masters (Coursework)

Duration

1.5 - 2 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Course Code

MPA, 084073K

Study Mode

In person, Online

About this course

If you already have an undergraduate degree in another discipline, the Master of Professional Accounting is the best way to gain entry to the professional accounting bodies. The course is open to graduates but non graduates may enter following successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Accounting. The course covers introductory as well as advanced units in financial and management accounting, finance, tax and company law and auditing. On successful completion, graduates can apply for Associate Membership of the Professional Accounting Bodies. The course is accredited by the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia. It meets the entry requirements of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).

This is an approved Student Income Support course. Eligible students may apply for Youth Allowance or Austudy.

Entry requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification;

or

(b) hold the UNE AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate in Accounting or equivalent;

or

(c) for international students, hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification from an overseas institution.

Study locations

Armidale

Online

What you will learn

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

demonstrate mastery of knowledge within the accounting discipline, that includes understanding of recent developments and ability to reflect critically on theory and to undertake professional work in accounting;
identify complex problems in accounting and finance, collect relevant data, evaluate and synthesise a range of solutions and recommend the best course of action;
demonstrate a current knowledge and understanding of research principles and methods as they apply to accounting;
communicate effectively with both accounting and non-accounting professionals on accounting and finance issues in a coherent and sustained manner;
demonstrate a proficiency with the researching, presentation and dissemination of information within and outside accounting;
demonstrate application of knowledge and skills acquired within the accounting discipline with high level of creativity, initiative and personal autonomy; and
plan and execute a substantial research-based project or capstone experience and/or piece of research.

Career pathways

Students who complete this award will be eligible for Associate membership of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). They can then pursue full professional status with the organisation of their choice.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at University of New England (UNE).

87.3%

Overall satisfaction

76.6%

Skill scale

70.9%

Teaching scale

93.9%

Employed full-time

$108.5k

Average salary

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