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Master of Professional Accounting Online delivery

Masters (Coursework)

Off-Campus
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
International Tuition Fees
$29,500 per year / $44,250 total

Master of Professional Accounting

Masters (Coursework)

Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
The Master of Professional Accounting is an ideal course for professionals seeking a career change into accounting and financial management.
Entry Requirements

To gain entry to this course, students must have:

- A non-accounting undergraduate degree in any discipline from an Australian university, or AQF equivalent from an overseas institution; or

- An AQF equivalent accounting bachelor degree received from an overseas institution or organisation, that does not meet accreditation with an Australian Accounting registration body for associate membership purposes; or

- A graduate diploma in any discipline from an Australian university.

English Language Proficiency Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America, you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.

Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • a secondary qualification (Year 11 or 12, or equivalent); or
  • bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years full-time with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland or United States of America.

If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall and minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

Each student will be assessed individually.

NOTE:

Students who have successfully completed the CQUniversity Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting will be eligible to apply for credit for units already completed.

Students may be eligible for exemptions of up to 48 credit points for previous graduate level studies in business or accounting.

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Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
76.80%

Master of Professional Accounting

Masters (Coursework)

Hobart Campus, Sydney Campus

The Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) is designed to equip graduates holding a recognised bachelor's qualification, graduate certificate or graduate diploma in any field, and at a standard acceptable to IMC standards, with the necessary skills and knowledge for a career in...

Entry Requirements
  • An Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification, including an overseas qualification); or
  • Completion of a Graduate Certificate in Accounting or Graduate Diploma of Accounting.
    Find out if your overseas qualification is recognised and meets the Entry Requirements.

    • IELTS Academic A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual band less than 6.0

    Duration
    1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time
    Study Mode
    In person

    Master of Professional Accounting Global Leadership Program

    Masters (Coursework)

    Hawthorn
    Study Mode
    In person
    International Tuition Fees
    $42,165 per year

    Master of Professional Accounting (Chartered Accounting)

    Masters (Coursework)

    Perth
    Complete the professional study requirements of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) qualification. As a dual qualification, this course allows you to complete both the Master of Professional Accounting and the prestigious Chartered Accountants (CA) program at the same time.
    Entry Requirements
    Admission requirements

    If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

    Admission requirements

    To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
    (1)(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification*, as recognised by UWA; and either:
    (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
    or
    (c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
    (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.

    *Applicants who have a Bachelor's Degree with a major in accounting, or an equivalent qualification, are not eligible for admission.

    Admission requirements
    Ranking and Selection Process
    Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
    Ranking and Selection Process

    Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    English competency

    English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

    Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    English competency
    Study Mode
    In person
    Graduate Satisfaction
    83.30%

    Bachelor of Music and Sound Design

    Bachelor

    City, City campus
    The Bachelor of Music and Sound Design at UTS is built on the understanding that good practitioners have a strong base in artistic, professional and theoretical skills.
    Duration
    3 years full-time
    Study Mode
    In person
    Graduate Satisfaction
    80.90%

    Master of Accounting Intelligence

    Masters (Coursework)

    Sydney Campus

    The Master of Accounting Intelligence is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a career in professional accounting in the current era of digital transformation.

    Entry Requirements
  • An Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification, including an overseas qualification); or
  • Completion of a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a relevant field

    • Please refer to English Language Requirements

    Duration
    2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
    Study Mode
    In person

    Master of Professional Accounting

    Masters (Coursework)

    Perth
    Analyse complex accounting information and learn how to make sound economic decisions.
    Entry Requirements
    Admission requirements

    If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

    Admission Requirements
    (1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
    (a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification*, as recognised by UWA; and either:
    (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
    or
    (c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
    (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.
    *Applicants who have a Bachelor's Degree with a major in accounting, or an equivalent qualification, are not eligible for admission.
    Admission Requirements
    (1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
    (a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification*, as recognised by UWA; and either:
    (b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
    or
    (c) at least two years professional experience in a relevant occupation; or
    (2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Commerce at UWA.
    *Applicants who have a Bachelor's Degree with a major in accounting, or an equivalent qualification, are not eligible for admission.
    Ranking and Selection Process
    Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
    Ranking and Selection Process

    Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    English competency

    English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

    Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

    ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
    English competency
    Study Mode
    In person
    Graduate Satisfaction
    83.30%

    Master of Practising Accounting

    Masters (Coursework)

    Hawthorn
    Study Mode
    In person
    International Tuition Fees
    $34,480 per year

    Master of Professional Accounting

    Masters (Coursework)

    Nathan
    If you are from a non-accounting background or do not have a CPA Australia accredited undergraduate degree with a major in accounting, the Master of Professional Accounting conversion program will give you the training in accounting and related areas needed to meet the academic requirements for...
    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible for admission to the Master of Professional Accounting, a student must:

    • hold any Bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale), OR
    • hold a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (or equivalent) with a minimum GPA of 4.0 (using a 7.0 scale). Students with a Griffith Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting will receive 40 credit points of credit.

    Students who have completed a degree with accounting studies but not accredited with CPA Australia for Associate membership will be considered for admission.

    Duration
    2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
    Study Mode
    In person, Online
    Domestic Tuition Fees
    $28,500 per year / $57,000 total
    International Tuition Fees
    $33,500 per year / $67,000 total
    Graduate Satisfaction
    87.60%

    Master of Accounting overview

    A masters in accounting is usually completed over either 2 years of full-time study or 4 years of part-time study. The qualification will provide you with an advanced understanding of both the theory and and practice of professional accounting. It will teach you the skills to be able to solve more complex accounting and business problems. After completing this study it will enable you to be able to pursue higher level accounting and finance roles.

    Employment options

    Once you've graduated from a masters in accounting there are many roles that you can apply for requiring a more specialised skill-set and knowledge of accounting and finance, such as chief financial officer, accounting manager, chartered management accountant, business adviser and forensic accountant.

    Scholarships and funding

    There are scholarships available for a masters in accounting if you fulfil the eligibility criteria. You can review hundreds of accounting scholarships here. Austudy is typically not offered for masters of accounting degrees, but some universities may be an exception to this.

    Prerequisites and selection process

    To be able to enrol for a masters in accounting you will have to have successfully completed an undergraduate degree in this field or a related field. Selection for a masters is based on academic performance and being approved for your thesis research topic (if taking a research masters).

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