Master of Professional Accounting
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    Master of Professional Accounting

    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia
    Australia, Adelaide
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    Duration1.5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 37,307 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 5, 2026
    Master of Professional Accounting

    About

    Develop your analytical, business management and problem-solving skills with Adelaide University’s Master of Professional Accounting. You will build a diverse knowledgebase in accounting management, finance, commercial law, taxation law and auditing. You’ll also learn fundamental concepts, issues and benefits of information systems and technologies – preparing you for today’s business environment.

    Choose from interesting electives to suit your career aspirations and preferences. Broaden your industry networks, studying alongside a diverse cohort of aspiring professionals and learning from industry-experienced teaching staff. Discover a world of opportunities in accounting, tax, financial management and public practice.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any prerequisite and essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

    • A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
    • A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

    This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 4.5 on a 7-point scale for entry.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    IELTS Overall 6.5 | IELTS Reading 6 | IELTS Listening 6 | IELTS Speaking 6 | IELTS Writing 6

    Career

    Career outcomes

    As a graduate, you’ll use your specialist knowledge to unlock exciting job prospects. You could work across accounting, tax, financial management and public practice. You might become a corporate tax consultant, providing advice to companies on tax obligations, strategies, and compliance. You may work as a financial analyst, helping businesses to succeed via budgeting, analysis, forecasting, and strategic planning. You could also pursue a career in:

    • Auditing
    • Business advisory
    • Financial reporting
    • Management accounting
    • Forensic accounting.

    Industry trends

    According to ABS 2021 Employment Projections, the accounting profession is facing skyrocketing growth. The ABS forecasts around 44,651 new accounting, audit and finance professionals will be needed by 2026 to meet employment demand. With this anticipated boom, your skills will be highly sought-after among businesses. There is no better time to complete your Master of Professional Accounting.

    Accreditation

    This program is accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and CPA Australia. Graduates are eligible for membership with these professional accreditation bodies. 

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    37,307 / year(s)
    Master of Professional Accounting
    University of Adelaide
    University of Adelaide
    Australia

    Australia, Adelaide

    Go to Official Website