Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry
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    Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry

    Lincoln University Canterbury
    Lincoln University Canterbury
    New Zealand
    New Zealand, Christchurch
    University Rank:#372
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    Duration0.5 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    NZD 16,000 / Total
    Next IntakeFebruary 19, 2024

    Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry

    About

    Grow your accounting knowledge and skills so you can enrol in the Master of Professional Accounting (CPA) and the CPA Programآ®.

    Even if you're not from an accounting background, the Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry will cultivate your accounting skills, preparing you for a Master's degree that expands your career opportunities with an internationally recognised professional accounting qualification. 

    The Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry through Lincoln University provides the required accounting knowledge, skills and numerical competencies to enrol in the Master of Professional Accounting (CPA) and the CPA Programآ®. You'll become eligible for Associate Membership of CPA Australia on successful completion. You'll also build a solid understanding of contemporary issues and topics in accounting, economics, finance and law. 

    • By gathering the knowledge and expertise to move into a financial or accounting career.
    • By learning how to transition your skills and knowledge.
    • Developing the required accounting knowledge and competencies to enrol in the Master of Professional Accounting (CPA).
    • Gain extra support to complement the CPA Foundation distance learning programme, along with guidance as you prepare for CPA Australia's Foundation examinations.
    • Participating in peer-to-peer forums that grow your capabilities to learn from others.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    We offer a number of postgraduate certificates and diplomas to extend your studies in your chosen discipline.

    To apply to study for a postgraduate certificate or diploma, you must have a relevant degree with at least a B- average in the 300-level courses and final year (or full-time equivalent).

    Required documents

    To submit your application online, you will need the following: 

    1. A birth certificate or passport (a scanned copy showing the same name that is on your academic documents).

    2. Academic documents. These must be: 

    • In the original language. If this is not English, then an official translation should be provided. 
    • Academic transcripts (results or mark sheets) for all tertiary education qualifications, either completed or partially completed. The transcript must include the courses taken and the marks or grades achieved. The grading scale used must also be provided. 
    • Confirmation of any completed qualifications, if applicable. This can be either: an award certificate, a statement on the transcript or a letter from the awarding institution. 

    3. Evidence of English language proficiency (if applicable). 

    • If English is not your first language, you will need to provide evidence that you are able to meet the English language requirements for admission to Lincoln. If you don't currently have this, you can provide it to us later. 

    4. Curriculum Vitae or Resume 

    • This is optional but can be used to evaluate your experience to support your application. It should be brief and must include tertiary education and any employment or project experience. 

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Career

    This is a pathway to a successful career in accounting via the Master of Professional Accounting (CPA). As a graduate, you'll be eligible for CPA Australia Associate Membership. 

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    1. Create your MyLinc Account:

    Create an account and submit your application in MyLinc. 
    Use an email that you can access and a password you can remember. We recommend monitoring your email spam or junk folders for account verification emails. If these don’t arrive, contact us for help.

     2. Make your study application: 

    Once your MyLinc account is set up, log in to make your application. Let us know what you would like to study and give us as much information as you can, as this will help speed up your application. You can save your progress and come back later to complete your application. 

    We ask for information about: 

    • Your chosen study programme
    • When you expect to start
    • Your previous study, including your last year of high school
    • Your English language test results (if English is not your first language)
    • Other documents to support your application if applicable. 

    If you are unable to provide your documents in your application, email them to [email protected]. 

     3. Monitor your emails

    We’ll keep in touch with you about your application via email and may ask for more information. Once we have everything we need, and if you meet the criteria for your chosen qualification, you will receive an offer letter via email. 

     4. Accept your offer on MyLinc

    After you accept your offer on MyLinc, you’ll receive instructions on how to complete your enrolment. You’ll also get your LU username, password and email address. These are sent via email, so monitor your junk/spam folders.  

     5. Check any conditions in your Offer Letter

    If we require supporting documentation, please supply that as soon as possible so we can move you through the enrolment process more quickly. If we’ve asked you to provide evidence of your identity, read the instructions carefully. 

    Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry

    Lincoln University Canterbury

    Lincoln University Canterbury

    New Zealand

    New Zealand, Christchurch

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