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Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced)

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Fast Facts

Duration

2 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Locations

  • Sydney
  • Newcastle (City Precinct)

Delivery

On-campus

Study Details

Program handbook

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

CRICOS

065471J

Assumed Knowledge

Recognised bachelor degree, postgraduate diploma or recognised graduate certificate.

Special Requirements

English Language Requirements (for International Students)

International Students: Enquire Now

How to apply
Phone: +61 2 4921 6595
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Why study professional accounting (advanced) at UoN?

The Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) program is designed for students with a degree in a field other than accounting who wish to obtain a sound introduction to accounting concepts and procedures. The program will encompass studies in financial and management accounting, finance, taxation, business law and auditing.

Be equipped with valuable and highly transferable skills

Duration of the program is two years full-time study or part-time equivalent.

The Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) requires students to complete 160 units of study. This is gained through completion of twelve core courses worth 10 units each, and four directed courses in either the Applied Finance or International Business Stream.

Grading of degree

A Master degree shall be conferred as an Ordinary Degree, except that, in cases where a candidate has achieved a Grade Point Average of 6.0 or above, the degree will be conferred "With Distinction".

Fast-track your career

With a Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) degree, you will be able to pursue a broad range of career opportunities, including positions such as:

  • Account Executive
  • Accountant
  • Actuary
  • Administrator
  • Banker
  • Banking and Finance Professional
  • Business Analyst
  • Certified Practicing Accountant
  • Construction Manager
  • Contract Administrator
  • Corporate Secretary
  • Facilities Manager
  • Financial Advisor / Analyst
  • Financial Project Manager
  • Investment Manager
  • Property Development
  • Property Management

For further career information see http://newcastle.edu.au//students/degrees-to-careers/

Professional recognition

The Master of Professional Accounting is accredited by the Professional Accounting Bodies of CPA Australia and The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA).

Graduation from an accredited accounting program facilitates initial entry to Associate membership of CPA Australia and (subject to employment and supervision requirements) eligibility for enrolment in the ICAA's CA Program.

Students completing the program will meet the academic requirements for Associate membership of CPA Australia and enrolment in the CPA Program, and for enrolment in the Chartered Accountants Program of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia.