Master of Professional Accounting

About this course

Accountants are an essential element of every business. The ability to effectively record, classify, interpret and communicate complex financial information is required for organisations to function. By taking the Master of Professional Accounting course online or on campus, you will gain the skills to be an expert in this in-demand field.

In this postgraduate accounting course you will gain professional skills and training in financial and management accounting, finance, tax, company law and auditing. With this advanced accounting knowledge you will greatly enhance your career prospects and opportunities as a professional accountant.

The Master of Professional Accounting course is open to graduates, and also non-graduates who have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in Accounting with a grade point average of 5.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the criteria to be eligible for this master’s degree program:

• Have fulfilled all the requirements for admission to a degree or qualification of equivalent standing at UNE or another university or tertiary institution.

OR

• Have completed the Graduate Certificate in Accounting or any graduate certificate as approved by the course coordinator.

OR

• Have completed the Graduate Diploma in Accounting or any graduate diploma as approved by the course coordinator.

Areas of study

The subjects you will study in this online professional accounting course include:

Core units:

• Advanced financial accounting
• Corporate accounting
• Auditing
• Introductory accounting
• Advanced management accounting
• Managerial finance
• Economics for management
• Management information systems
• Quantitative techniques for management
• Legal studies
• Law of commercial associations
• Taxation law

Shorter programs

Depending on the number of modules you have completed, you may be eligible to exit this program early with a Graduate Certificate in Accounting or Graduate Diploma in Accounting.

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Finance options

You may be eligible to receive HECS-HELP, Youth Allowance and/or Austudy/Abstudy for this course.

Student support

The University of New England has extensive support systems in place for its distance education students. With a long history of distance education they understand the unique needs of off-campus students and are ready to help when you have challenges.

You will be able to submit questions to your lecturers by email or phone, participate in online discussions and chat, and attend on-campus intensive schools. UNE’s web-based facilities allow you to submit assignments, order library books or check your grades at any time.

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How will this course advance my career?

The Master of Professional Accounting offered online or on campus by the University of New England provides you with the education and training to go to the next level in your accounting career. As a graduate of this master’s degree your employment prospects will be significantly improved and you will have the qualifications for full professional status as an accountant.

Graduates of this accounting course will be eligible for Associate Membership of CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA) and the National Institute of Accountants (NIA).

How else will I benefit from this master’s degree?

• Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited Master of Professional Accounting from the University of New England.
• Available to study online, on campus or by flexible delivery (blended delivery options).
• Studying by distance/correspondence means you can study when and where you want, at your own pace.
• Financial assistance available through FEE-HELP, Youth Allowance and Austudy/Abstudy.
• Optional weekend schools are available for some units.
• Access to course materials provided, including online units, CD-ROMs, DVDs, text books and other reference material.
• Advanced standing may be available for previous work experience, formal training or qualifications in this field.

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Want more information about the career benefits of this course? Fill out the enquiry form to the right and a study consultant will contact you with the details you need.