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Master of Professional Accounting MPA (Semester 1, 2015 intake)

The MPA introduces you to business with a focus on accounting.

Obtain associate membership by the three peak professional accounting bodies in Australia: CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). The content of the program reflects the mandatory requirements as determined by the professional bodies. Delivery is across 4 semesters and includes face-to-face lectures, tutorial participation and assessment tasks that reinforce the program learning outcomes.

CRICOS code
059557J
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Footnotes
  • 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.
UniSC program code
BU772
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
2 years minimum full time or equivalent part time
Study mode
on campus
Total courses
16
Total units
192

Obtain associate membership by the three peak professional accounting bodies in Australia: CPA Australia, the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA) and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). The content of the program reflects the mandatory requirements as determined by the professional bodies. Delivery is across 4 semesters and includes face-to-face lectures, tutorial participation and assessment tasks that reinforce the program learning outcomes.

Professional recognition

Graduates of the Master of Professional Accounting 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, graduates 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 credit granted will impact on their eligibility for professional association membership.

Admission requirements

Entry to the Master of Professional Accounting program will normally require:

  • An AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree (or equivalent).

Program structure

Program requirements and notes
  • Student must complete 14 required courses.
  • Students must complete 2 elective courses from any of the Masters programs offered by the School of Business.
  • Students admitted to the program with a completed AQF level 7 Bachelor degree or equivalent in Business are eligible for four courses (48 units) of credit. This will include BUS502 , BUS503 and two electives.
  • 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 (14)

ACC506
ACC508
ACC510
ACC511
ACC521
ACC520
ACC610
ACC611
ACC620
ACC621
BUS501
BUS502
BUS503
MGT723

Electives (2)

Select two electives from:

ACC701
BUS702
BUS703
BUS704
BUS705
BUS706
BUS707
BUS708
BUS709
BUS710
BUS711
INF701
MGT701
MGT702
MGT703
MGT704
MGT711
MGT712
MKG701

TOTAL UNITS 192

Total units: 192