Postgraduate program

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Location

Sydney CBD

Start dates

Semester 1 - 25 Feb 2019
Semester 2 - 29 Jul 2019

Mode of delivery

Face to Face

Fees

Find information about indicative course and program fees.

Duration

2 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 6 years maximum.

Location

Sydney CBD

Start dates

Semester 1 - 25 Feb 2019
Semester 2 - 29 Jul 2019

Fees

$32,010 (indicative annual fee, 2019)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units) Find out more about fees

Duration

2 years full-time.

Mode of delivery

Face to Face

English language proficiency

IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
IELTS section minimum - 6.0

Find out more about IELTS.

Apply Your program handbook

UON program code: 12403

CRICOS code: 065471J

Study Advanced Professional Accounting

A career in accounting provides challenging, rewarding and versatile opportunities in the current business environment. Increasingly, businesses are looking for people with superior analytical skills which accounting can provide.

A Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) with a specialisation in International Business, equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to succeed in accounting across the globe.

Why study with us?

Study in Sydney - our state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of the Sydney CBD provide the optimum environment for you to excel in your studies.
Be recognised internationally - the University of Newcastle's Business School (NBS) has ranked in the top 200 in the world and in the top 8 in Australia for business and economics (Times Higher Education Subject rankings 2018).
Flexible study options - you can choose to study full-time or part-time to suit your professional and personal needs.
Extended visa opportunity - or international students studying a Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) you will have the opportunity to receive an extended visa in Australia.
AACSB Accreditation - the University of Newcastle's Business School (NBS) has received AACSB Accreditation, earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs.

Hannah's Story: Mixing theory and practical experience to understand accounting in the real world

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World top 200 ^? for business and economics

Top 8 in Australia ^? for business administration

World top 150 ^? for business administration

What you will study

The Masters of Professional Accounting (Advanced) is designed for students who have qualifications in an area other than accounting. You will gain knowledge of accounting concepts that are transferrable to organisations of all sizes, whether they are in the public, private or not-for-profit sectors.

Specialise in International Business - due to the increasing integration and interdependence of the global economy, an understanding of the principles of International Business such as cross-cultural management and global business management will complement studies in Professional Accounting, allowing graduates to position themselves for senior management roles in global firms. You will study:

management accounting
financial accounting
taxation
auditing
finance
law
economics
business decision making (statistics/quantitative methods)

Achieving the requirements of the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) means you meet the eligibility requirement for entry into CPA Australia and the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Program plans

Download a program plan for further details on your degree's structure and what courses you will study.

These program plans are applicable to new students. Current students should refer to the program handbook to access the plan relevant to the year they commenced.

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Career opportunities

The Masters of Professional Accounting (Advanced) is the gateway to membership with CPA and CAANZ, two internationally recognised professional qualifications. A thorough understanding of accounting principles and membership of internationally recognised professional accounting bodies make for a versatile and highly employable graduate.

Knowledge, skills and confidence in accounting are important attributes of senior managers. Accounting skills are transferrable across all industries and are required for sound financial decision making. The insights you will gain as a graduate of the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to seek employment in careers such as a:

forensic accountant
internal auditor
ratings analyst
chief financial officer
financial advisor

The theory and accounting principles you have acquired through the Master of Professional Accounting will equip you for diverse real-world business situations. This knowledge will increase your value and see you fast-track to leadership and career advancement.

Applying for Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced)

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Fast facts

Start dates

Semester 1 - 25 Feb 2019
Semester 2 - 29 Jul 2019

Mode of delivery

Face to Face

Fees

Find information about indicative course and program fees.

Duration

2 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 6 years maximum.

Location

Sydney CBD

Start dates

Semester 1 - 25 Feb 2019
Semester 2 - 29 Jul 2019

Fees

$32,010 (indicative annual fee, 2019)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units) Find out more about fees

Duration

2 years full-time.

Mode of delivery

Face to Face

English language proficiency

IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
IELTS section minimum - 6.0

Find out more about IELTS.

Before you get started

To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:

Review the program that you wish to apply for. Note the admission criteria, admission instructions, requirements & structure and any additional information listed.
Review the program fees and costs.
Check whether your postgraduate program has a Semester or a Trimester closing date. Please view the application closing date.
If you are from a non-English-speaking background, you need to satisfy the University's English language requirements and ensure that you can provide evidence of your English proficiency if required.

You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.

Postgraduate application process

Other things to consider

Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:

Admission Requirements

There are two pathways into the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced).

Direct entry into the Masters Program (160 units) will be available for applicants who have:

3 year Bachelors Degree in any discipline; or
At least 7 years business experience, including 2 years in a management position.

The alternate pathway is through the Graduate Certificate (40 units) which will be available for applicants who have:

3 year Diploma in the discipline; or
3 year Diploma not in the discipline + 1 year relevant business experience; or
2 year Diploma in the discipline + 2 years relevant business experience; or
2 year Diploma not in the discipline + 3 years relevant business experience; or
At least 5 years business experience.

Students entering via this pathway will be required to:

Complete the Graduate Certificate over a minimum of two trimesters (typically 20 units per trimester); and
Successfully complete a Business Academic Skills Program (BASP) which will be of 6 weeks duration. The BASP will be non-fee based and can be completed concurrently with courses in the Graduate Certificate.

Only after the successful completion of the Graduate Certificate and the academic skills program will students be eligible to formally enrol in the Masters Program.

Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

You can look at UON prep for options to brush up on knowledge before you start.

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Applications to study are now open. Submit your application now.

Important: If you are applying for recognition of prior learning for this program, you will need to provide a statement detailing how your professional experience prepares you to undertake postgraduate study.

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Call 1800 882 121
Outside Australia call +61 2 4921 8856

Call +61 2 4913 8300
Inside Australia call 1800 882 121

Enquire

The Newcastle Business School is accredited with the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earned by fewer than 5% of the world's business programs. AACSB is the premier, and longest-standing, international accrediting body for business programs and is the international benchmark for excellence in business education.

Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced)