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Curtin University

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Master of Professional Accounting

  • Masters (Coursework)

This program aims to develop internationally focused graduates with financial, analytical, research, and communication skills required for professional accounting. It is designed for non-accounting graduates to meet CPA, CAANZ, and ACCA core competency requirements.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
2 semesters full-time
Course Code
MC-PRFACC, 107625M
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul
International Fees
$40,044 per year / $80,088 total

About this course

Overview

This program aims to develop internationally focused graduates who possess the financial, analytical, research and communication skills required of professional accountants. The course is designed for graduates of an undergraduate course, from a non-accounting background, who would like to study an accredited accounting course. The first ten units ensure that you meet the core competency requirements of CPA (Australia), Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and ACCA. A range of majors is available to allow you to extend your knowledge.

What you'll learn
  • apply principles of financial accounting, managerial accounting, governance and auditing to grasp theoretical underpinnings of the discipline. Extend knowledge base with research and application of business research methods.
  • apply critical and analytical thinking to develop innovative solutions to complex problems in relevant business fields.
  • locate, extract and critically appraise information from a range of sources and effectively communicate it using structured financial or other appropriate language to a professional audience for a range of purposes.
  • develop ongoing professional, self-directed and reflective education relating to developments and changes in the information requirements of a global financial system that is multi-perspective in nature, and apply international financial reporting standards.
  • recognise that cultural practices and differences impact upon commercial endeavours and interpersonal relations. Work effectively in multicultural team environments.
  • exhibit professional and ethical approach to analysing and reporting commercial activities demonstrating leadership, collaborative and independent qualities when required, in compliance with appropriate legislation and protocols.

What you will learn

What you'll learn

  • apply principles of financial accounting, managerial accounting, governance and auditing to grasp theoretical underpinnings of the discipline. Extend knowledge base with research and application of business research methods.
  • apply critical and analytical thinking to develop innovative solutions to complex problems in relevant business fields.
  • locate, extract and critically appraise information from a range of sources and effectively communicate it using structured financial or other appropriate language to a professional audience for a range of purposes.
  • develop ongoing professional, self-directed and reflective education relating to developments and changes in the information requirements of a global financial system that is multi-perspective in nature, and apply international financial reporting standards.
  • recognise that cultural practices and differences impact upon commercial endeavours and interpersonal relations. Work effectively in multicultural team environments.
  • exhibit professional and ethical approach to analysing and reporting commercial activities demonstrating leadership, collaborative and independent qualities when required, in compliance with appropriate legislation and protocols.

Credit for prior study or work

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

How to apply

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Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Business & Management courses at Curtin University.
85.1%
Overall satisfaction
81.4%
Skill scale
72.6%
Teaching scale
86.8%
Employed full-time
$120k
Average salary