Master of Professional Accounting
UNSW Sydney
Type of institution: Higher Education Institutions
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00098G
This program provides an introduction to business with an accounting focus and enables students to obtain recognition by the peak professional accounting bodies in Australia: CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants, Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ). The program consists mainly of core courses, ensuring that all areas required for professional accreditation are covered.
Designed for
Graduates who have limited or no exposure to the study of accounting or graduates seeking professional accreditation
Structure
13 core courses (72 UOC)
Subjects
- Professional accounting
Standard entry requirements
A recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) with a credit average (65% or higher) as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Calculator.
Recognition
Meets the educational requirements of peak professional accounting bodies including Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), CPA Australia and Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
Study pathways
Up to 4 courses (24 UOC) may be awarded based on previous business studies (bachelor or higher).
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| UNSW Business School | Domestic: $53,400 International: $74,580 | No |
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Further information
An applicant with an average mark obtained in a Bachelor degree (for Australian qualifications this would be in the range of 60-64%) may result, on a case by case basis, in an offer being made based on the following performance indicators: GMAT score of 600 or above; completion of other undergraduate, postgraduate or research qualifications; professional qualifications completed through relevant professional bodies, for example the Institute of Chartered Accountants or CPA Australia; relevant work experience is not a requirement but may be taken into consideration as an indicator of performance to support the application.
