Master of Professional Accounting
Advance your career with a fully-accredited Master of Professional Accounting degree designed for non-accounting graduates.
Best for:Best for graduates from non-accounting disciplines seeking professional accreditation and a career in accounting.
Overview
The Master of Professional Accounting at James Cook University is a comprehensive coursework programme designed to transition graduates from non-accounting backgrounds into the accounting profession. Students gain essential knowledge in management, corporate finance, auditing, and taxation law, while also exploring contemporary issues like sustainability and data analysis. The curriculum balances historical perspectives with modern social and environmental practices to prepare graduates for professional roles. Participants are expected to demonstrate their learning through an applied research project that showcases their ability to provide informed, independent advice. This programme emphasizes the development of professional judgment and integrity in a business context.
What you'll do
- Complete core coursework in management, finance, and auditing.
- Analyze contemporary accounting issues and historical perspectives.
- Evaluate social and environmental practices within business contexts.
- Conduct an applied research project to demonstrate mastery of accounting principles.
- Develop professional judgment to provide informed advice and recommendations.
Requirements
Degree required: AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a non-accounting discipline or equivalent.
Degree offered: Master of Professional Accounting
Language: English proficiency required for academic study.
Instruction: English
- Foundational knowledge from an undergraduate degree.
- Ability to work independently with professional integrity.
- Capacity for critical analysis of business and financial data.
- Must hold an AQF level 7 bachelor degree or equivalent in a non-accounting field.
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Interested applicants should visit the official James Cook University course page to review specific entry requirements and submission procedures. Applications are processed through the university's standard admissions portal.
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of degree completion
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