Overview
Why study with us?
- Study in Sydney - our state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of the Sydney CBD provide the optimum environment for you to excel in your studies.
- Flexible study options - you can choose to study full-time or part-time to suit your professional and personal needs.
- Research-led academics - our lecturers are professionally qualified accountants with industry experience.
- Extended visa opportunity - our international students studying a Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) you will have the opportunity to receive an extended visa in Australia.
- Industry Accreditation - our Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) is designed to provide accreditation with the major professional bodies in accounting, including CPA Australia, CA Australia and New Zealand and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
- AACSB Accreditation - the Newcastle Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), earned by fewer than five percent of the world's business programs.
Career opportunities
The Professional Accounting (Advanced) from University of Newcastle is the gateway to membership with CPA Australia, CA Australia and New Zealand and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), three internationally recognised professional qualifications. A thorough understanding of accounting principles and membership of internationally recognised professional accounting bodies make for a versatile and highly employable graduate.
Knowledge, skills and confidence in accounting are important attributes of senior managers. Accounting skills are transferrable across all industries and are required for sound financial decision making. The insights you will gain as a graduate of the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to seek employment in careers such as:
- Forensic Accountant
- Internal Auditor
- Ratings Analyst
- Chief Financial Officer
- Financial Advisor
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Management Accounting
- Auditing and Assurance Services
- Business Finance
- Financial Accounting
- Taxation Law
- Economics
- Business Decision Making
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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International: It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics Finance Accounting View 125 other Masters in Accounting in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 065471J
Entry into the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) will be available for applicants who have:
- Bachelor Degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, in any field of study; or
- At least 7 years' relevant organisational experience, including 2 years in a management position; or
Successful completion of 75% (30 units) of one of the following UoN programs:
- Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Finance
- Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
- Graduate Certificate in Marketing
- Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting
Tuition Fee
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International
34850 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 34850 AUD per year during 24 months. -
National
26685 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 26685 AUD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Newcastle
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.