Master of Professional Accounting

About this Course

This coursework Masters provides an opportunity for graduates whose first degree is in a discipline other than accounting, to undertake major studies in accounting and law.

This course will lead to the acquisition of accounting skills and knowledge, and fulfilment of the entry requirements of the accounting professional bodies.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Coursework) Award.

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 6)

  The following course-specific admission requirements are mandatory and must be satisfied by all applicants. These requirements are in addition to or supersede the minimum requirements outlined within the Academic admission requirements band section below.

  All applicants are required to meet the published entry requirements.

  Applicants with an Accounting undergraduate degree from an Australian institution should not apply.

  Successful applicants with a Graduate Certificate qualification or higher in Accounting may seek reduced course duration by applying for recognition of prior learning.

  Academic admission requirements (Band 6) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Bachelor degree; or
  • Equivalent prior learning including at least five years relevant professional experience.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the course will be equipped to work in a range of industries in Australia and abroad including, business, government and not-for-profit organisations in accounting, financial services and management positions. Management roles and activities undertaken by graduates include developing and interpreting financial statements and plans, conducting audits, advising company directors, shareholders and clients.

Possible future job titles

Chief Financial Officer, Director of Finance, Financial Controller, Tax Advisor, Senior Financial Consultant, Financial Accountant, Management Accountant, Strategic Advisor