Highlights
Tuition fee
39922 NZD / year
24036 NZD / year
Unknown
Tuition fee
39922 NZD / year
24036 NZD / year
Unknown
Duration
8 months
Duration
8 months
Apply date
Unknown
Apply date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Start date
Unknown
Campus location
Auckland, New Zealand
Campus location
Auckland, New Zealand
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Professional Accounting from Auckland University of Technology will further your understanding of accounting from a strategic business perspective in as little as eight months.

Visit programme website for more information

Overview

This  Professional Accounting from  Auckland University of Technology provides an entry point for students who don’t want to enrol in a full Master of Professional Accounting or who need added flexibility. 

All graduates from this postgraduate diploma are encouraged to continue into the Master of Professional Accounting. The programme is available as an exit qualification if required.

What you study

  • The Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting is taught over two 10-week trimesters. Each trimester includes 10 weeks of teaching, with exams scheduled in weeks 11 and 12.

  • To complete the requirements for the Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting, students must achieve 120 points from the Master of Professional Accounting.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Financial Accounting 
  • Management Accounting for Business 
  • Taxation in New Zealand 
  • Accounting Information Systems 
  • Advanced Financial Accounting
  • Strategic Management Accounting
  • Finance for Accountants 
  • Accounting Regulations and Business Law 
  • Economics and Quantitative Methods

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 8 months

Start dates & application deadlines

More details

It's recommended that you apply at least three months before the start of the programme to allow for visa processing and travel to New Zealand.

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
OR
90
PTE Academic
58
IELTS
6.5

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep
Trusted by 7M+ Students
Start Studying Today

Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.

  • Study on your own schedule
  • Live classes with current and ex-examiners
  • Accurate score assesment, always
  • E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Auckland, New Zealand

What students do after studying

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL® IBT
OR
90
PTE Academic
58
IELTS
6.5

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

E2 Language Test Prep
Trusted by 7M+ Students
Start Studying Today

Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.

  • Study on your own schedule
  • Live classes with current and ex-examiners
  • Accurate score assesment, always
  • E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Must have completed a bachelor’s degree (in any discipline)

  • To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items like Additional medical costs, Repatriation, Liability etc. Make sure your student insurance covers your needs.

Studyportals partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

Get your student insurance now

Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at Auckland University of Technology and/or in New Zealand, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Tuition Fees

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

    Non-residents
    39922 NZD / year
    ≈ 39922 NZD / year
  • Domestic

    Citizens or residents
    24036 NZD / year
    ≈ 24036 NZD / year

Additional Details

National:

  • ($22,814 tuition fees + $1,221.60 student services levy)
International:
  • ($38,700 tuition fees + $1,221.60 student services levy)
Part-time students will pay a proportion of this amount. The exact tuition fee will be calculated based on the courses you’re enrolled in.

Living costs

Auckland

New Zealand
1400 - 2200 NZD / month

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

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

  • Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
  • Know exactly what documents you need
  • Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Loading

Scholarships Information

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

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

ServiceScape
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships

Read more about eligibility

ACES Education Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships

Read more about eligibility

ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

AUFIN Education & Scholarship
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

IvyPanda
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
CryptoRunner Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

CryptoRunner
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Diamant Gerstein
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
02 Feb 2027
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program

Read more about eligibility

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship

Read more about eligibility

IELTS from 6 to 9
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships

Read more about eligibility

European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme

Read more about eligibility

The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Location not available

Other interesting programmes for you

Our partners

Professional Accounting
-
Auckland University of Technology

Wishlist

Go to your profile page to get personalised recommendations!