Description
Accountants are vital to the operation and success of businesses and organisations at all levels and, not surprisingly, there is high demand for skilled accountants worldwide.
This CPA Australia and CA ANZ accredited course is designed for business professionals who are pursuing a career change as an accountant. It will also suit those already in the industry who need a recognised accounting qualification.
You'll become adept in complex accounting and business issues, and grow your expertise in financial management, accounting information systems, financial reporting, auditing, corporate governance and contemporary accounting standards and research.
Graduates are equipped to work in business, government and not-for-profit organisations in accounting, financial services and management positions. Advanced standing may apply to students who have completed relevant undergraduate and postgraduate study.
Major areas of study
The MPA comprises a core sequence of units that meet the professional accounting educational requirements and includes study in the following areas: business accounting, accounting information systems, financial reporting, management accounting, economics, quantitative analysis, company and commercial law, finance, accounting, theory, and research.
Students also study advanced topics in accounting such as taxation law and practice, auditing and assurance and corporate governance. Management skills are also honed through study of communications and a number of electives. A key feature of the MPA program is the opportunity to undertake a double-weighted industry research project that students can apply to their current or future workplaces.
Course Learning Outcome
Critically evaluate and synthesise complex problems or theories from a discipline area to arrive at solutions with justifications.
Develop innovative solutions to complex problems from a discipline area or within cooperative environments to reflect on self and team participation and performance.
Critically evaluate challenging interpersonal, organisational and governance issues with consideration of their ethical and responsible implications.
Demonstrate and apply advanced discipline knowledge and skills in a specialised management area with a global perspective.
Apply and develop discipline knowledge and skills using integrated research principles and methods of critical thinking, problem solving and leadership skills to complex management situations.
Prepare and deliver advanced disciplinary advice, knowledge and ideas on complex issues orally or through written communication for a business or public context.
Apply advanced disciplinary knowledge and skills in situations that require a high level of responsible behaviour in various cultural contexts.
Career opportunities
The global accounting profession has high employment demand, offering graduates the opportunity to seek employment in a range of industries in Australia and abroad.
Graduates are equipped to work in business, government and not-for-profit organisations in accounting, financial services and management positions. Management roles and activities undertaken by graduates include developing financial plans, preparing and certifying financial reports, conducting audits, advising company directors, shareholders and clients.
Requirement
Entry requirements
See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below.
Applicants for admission to candidature in the Master of Professional Accounting may be selected where they can demonstrate professional standing approved by the School Board to be equivalent to the requirements of Rule 2, Section 3.
With reference to Schedule B in Rule 2, Section 1 the level of attainment should be at least equivalent to IELTS 6.5.
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Category Score
Overall Score 6.5
Fees
Tuition Fee $30,400 annually
Application Fee $105
Acceptance Fee $0
Housing Fee $650- $1,200 monthly
Living Fee $300- $500 monthly