Overview

Lincoln University Canterbury is the only Registered Tuition Provider to offer the Certified Practising Accountant Australia Approved integrated course in Aotearoa-New Zealand.

The Master of Professional Accounting (CPA) grows your knowledge and opportunities, as well as helping you achieve the CPA recognition held in high regard throughout the business world, among accounting firms, global consultancies and industry. Graduates of Lincoln’s Master of Professional Accounting are eligible for full CPA Australia membership after completing three years work experience.

How you’ll grow

Through the process of completing a Master’s degree while also completing the CPA Program® examinations.
Plus the teaching that complements the CPA Program® and guides your exam preparation.
Supported by in-person live learning alongside the CPA Program® distance study programme.
You’ll learn to apply strategic leadership to business challenges and opportunities in New Zealand and internationally.
And you’ll cultivate your communication, negotiation and people management skills.

Career opportunities

The combination of CPA designation and a Master’s degree from Lincoln will open up senior management opportunities at home and abroad, in accounting firms, consulting firms and industry.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

CPA Ethics and Governance
CPA Strategic Management Accounting
CPA Financial Reporting
CPA Global Strategy and Leadership
CPA Advanced Audit and Assurance
CPA Financial Risk Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Christchurch, New Zealand

Disciplines

Accounting View 22 other Masters in Accounting in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

58

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about the English language requirements.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38000 NZD / year

≈ 38000 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9333 NZD / year

≈ 9333 NZD / year

Living costs

Christchurch

New Zealand

1300 - 2000 NZD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Professional Accounting (CPA).

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Overview

How you’ll grow

Career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Christchurch

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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