Master of Professional Accounting
This course will provide students with comprehensive knowledge in accounting theory and practice that is recognised by professional bodies.
OVERVIEW
CRICOS code 085211G
Duration (Full Time) 2 Years
Course Fees
Intake Dates March, July, November Students Only available to international students
Faculty The Business School
Campus Melbourne
Entry Requirements
English Language Requirement
Overall IELTS (Academic) band score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0, or equivalent.
Academic Entry Requirements
Successful completion of Australian bachelor’s degree or Overseas Equivalent.
COURSE OUTLINE
The Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) has been designed for students whose first degree is in a non-accounting field and provides you with a comprehensive program of study in accounting theory and practice that is recognised by both CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, enabling you to pursue a pathway to qualification as a professional accountant.
In addition to core subject areas of accounting, financial management and auditing. You will be introduced to related disciplines, including business law, taxation, information systems, economics, and quantitative methods.
Career opportunities
- Banker
- Professional Accountant
- Stockbroker
- Taxation Accountant
- Forensic Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Corporate Finance
Sample Study Program*
Year
Semester 1
Semester 2
1
- Accounting Concepts and Practices
- Research and Statistical Methods for Business
- Information Systems Design and Development for Accountants
- Corporate Accounting
- Business Economics
- Cost and Management Accounting
- Commercial Law
- Corporate Law
2
- Financial Accounting
- Business, Society and the Planet
- Auditing and Assurance Services
- Elective
- Financial Management
- Elective
- Taxation, Law and Practice
- Elective
* This is sample structures only. Please refer to course offerings for more detail.
* Unit offering may change during semester subject to staff availability.
Professional Recognition
This course is recognised by following professional bodies:
- CPA Australia
- Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand