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Master of Professional Accounting

A 1.5-year qualification to develop advanced accounting expertise, technical skills, and business acumen for professional practice.

Best for:Best for graduates with a background in business, economics, or related fields who aim to specialise in professional accounting and enhance their career prospects in finance and corporate sectors.

CIHE Australia (formerly Crown Institute of Higher Education) · North Sydney, Australia
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Financial ReportingAuditing StandardsCorporate GovernanceTaxation PrinciplesManagement AccountingBusiness Acumen Development
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
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1.5 years (full-time) or equivalent part-time
Start date
flexible (depends on intake)
Full-time
Location
North Sydney
Australia

Overview

The Master of Professional Accounting is a 1.5-year full-time (or equivalent part-time for domestic students) programme designed to equip students with a strong conceptual framework in accounting theory and practical technical skills. It focuses on developing analytical abilities, business acumen, critical thinking, and communication skills essential for a career in professional accounting. The programme is tailored for graduates seeking to enter or advance in the accounting profession, with a curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with hands-on application. Students will gain the expertise needed to excel in diverse accounting roles, including financial reporting, auditing, and corporate governance.

Professional AccountingAccounting SkillsBusiness AcumenCritical ThinkingFinancial AnalysisCorporate FinanceAccounting TheoryFinancial Reporting Standards

What you'll do

  • Develop a broad conceptual framework in accounting theory and principles.
  • Acquire practical technical accounting skills for real-world application.
  • Enhance analytical and critical thinking abilities to solve complex accounting problems.
  • Develop strong communication skills for professional and business contexts.
  • Gain expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and corporate governance.
  • Apply business acumen to strategic decision-making in accounting environments.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline; no specific field required but business/economics background preferred

Language: English proficiency demonstrated via IELTS (6.5 overall, no band less than 6.0), TOEFL (79 overall, 21 in writing), Pearson PTE Academic (58 overall, no score lower than 50), or equivalent

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proven ability to complete a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
  • Basic understanding of business or accounting principles (preferred but not mandatory)
Nice to have
Prior coursework or experience in accounting, finance, or business-related fieldsFamiliarity with accounting software or tools
Eligibility
  • International students must meet specified English language proficiency requirements unless their prior qualification was taught in English
  • Domestic students only eligible for part-time study (equivalent to full-time duration)

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Applicants must submit their application directly through the official CIHE Australia portal. Ensure all required documents are uploaded, including proof of English proficiency if applicable. The application process involves providing academic transcripts, identification documents, and any additional materials specified by the university.

Documents required
  • Academic transcripts (Bachelor's degree or equivalent)
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/Pearson PTE or equivalent)
  • Identification documents (passport or national ID)
  • Statement of Purpose or personal statement (if required)
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