The MPA introduces you to business with a focus on accounting.
The program enables you to gain recognition by the two peak professional accounting bodies in Australia—CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia.
- Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
- * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
- Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
The program enables you to gain recognition by the two peak professional accounting bodies in Australia—CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia.
You develop knowledge of concepts fundamental to successful business operation including economics, business law, research methods, and information and communications technology (ICT). You also gain specialised knowledge of accounting topics such as auditing, corporate and management accounting, taxation law and business finance.
Through a range of in-depth courses, you acquire a deeper understanding of the function of accounting in today’s complex business environment. You discover the basic principles of taxation law, and the nature, scope and operation of different business structures.
You learn a range of analytic tools for costing, decision-making, planning and control. You examine contemporary accounting and disclosure issues from inception and acquisition, to trading and termination of a company. You gain a firm foundation in ICT, and explore the specific application of ICTs to accounting.
Delivery includes face-to-face lectures, tutorial participation and assessment.
Professional recognition
Graduates of the MPA program will meet the educational requirements for admission as an associate member of CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, and the Institute of Public Accountants. To gain full membership, you must complete the requirements of the chosen professional body’s qualification program.
Credit policy
It is the responsibility of the student to confirm with the three Australian accounting bodies (CPA, ICAA and IPA) whether any advanced standing granted will impact on their eligibility for professional association membership.
Program structure
Study Plan
This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.
For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:
- Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
- Select the program in which you are enrolled.
- Scroll down to your relevant Program Structure.
Program requirements and notes
- Student must complete a minimum of 12 courses including all required courses listed below.
- Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
- Online study mode not available to international students on a Student Visa.
Required courses: (12)
Course | Semester of offer | Units | Requisites |
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ACC506 Special Research Project | |||
ACC508 Health Practicum | |||
ACC511 Special Research Project | |||
ACC512 Communication and Thought | |||
ACC520 Cell Biology | |||
ACC610 Chemistry | |||
ACC611 Science Research Methods | |||
ACC620 Introduction to Mathematics | |||
ACC621 Mathematics Foundations | |||
BUS501 Environment, Technology and Sustainability | |||
BUS502 Accounting Fundamentals | |||
BUS503 Informatics and Financial Applications |
TOTAL UNITS 144