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The Master of Professional Accounting (12 subjects) is designed to build on non-accounting undergraduate studies or an overseas undergraduate accounting degree that is not recognised by Australian professional accounting bodies.Valuable skill setYou&#39;ll start your accounting course by studying the concepts and principles of accounting practice, as well as the impact of the business environment on accounting theory and its application, and the regulatory requirements that control the accounting process. You&#39;ll also learn to understand and apply principles and analytical techniques from economics, commercial law, business communications and quantitative methods in the accounting context.Study flexibilityYou can study this postgraduate accounting course online. You&#39;ll learn through online study materials, video-captured lectures, online meetings and subject forums. You can also fast-track your degree by completing up to four subjects a session. If you choose to undertake the Master of Professional Accounting at our Melbourne or Sydney speciality campuses, the course can only be studied on campus. No online classes are offered for this course.A committed teamOur academic staff are industry experts who bridge the gap between the theories of your studies and their application in the workplace. They are committed to providing quality teaching in a supportive learning environment where your lecturers know your name.Professional AccreditationThis course is professionally accredited by Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and CPA Australia.

Prepare for a varied business career and work in almost any sector. You’ll build skills in auditing, taxation, advisory, and more. Get strategic with budgeting, policies, and cost-benefits. Meet the academic requirements of CPA Australia and CA ANZ.

Master of Professional Accounting

Whether you are looking for a career change or you simply want to gain some accounting knowledge to complement your other skills, the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting from Charles Sturt University  would be ideal for you. This flexible degree provides a general professional accounting education for graduates of other disciplines.From the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting through to the master&#39;s degree, Charles Sturt University has an option to suit you.

Add to your existing skills or take the first steps towards a career in a high-demand financial service. Focus on the areas that interest you by selecting subjects like risk-based auditing. Keep studying for professional accreditation in accounting.

Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting

Extend your knowledge of professional accounting with the Graduate Diploma of Accounting from Charles Sturt University. If you have a non-accounting background, this course allows you to build your skills by combining professional accounting studies with broad-based business studies.From the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting through to the Master of Professional Accounting, Charles Sturt University has an option to suit you.

Learn accounting principles and processes. You’ll explore financial management, commerce, and related applications. You can use this course as an entry point to CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand postgraduate programs.

Graduate Diploma of Accounting

The Master of Professional Accounting is the best way  for graduates of undergraduate degrees in non-accounting disciplines to gain entry to the professional accounting bodies. The course is open to graduates but non graduates may enter following successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Accounting. The course covers introductory as well as advanced units in financial and management accounting, finance, tax and company law and auditing. On successful completion, graduates can apply for Associate Membership of the Professional Accounting Bodies. The course is accredited by the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and CPA Australia. It meets the entry requirements of the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), CPA Australia and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).

Invest in yourself and become a globally in-demand accountant. Gain your MPA and graduate work ready and eligible for industry memberships including CPA Australia. If you’re a non-accounting graduate looking to enter the business world, start here!

Torrens University&#39;s Master of Professional Accounting covers advanced accounting, auditing, finance, economics, information systems, and tax law. Accredited by CPA Australia and CAANZ, the degree prepares you for global accounting and financial organizations. You will gain hands-on experience with industry-leading software, including SAP and Xero.Tailor your study to your lifestyle thanks to our innovative digital learning system, accessible from anywhere with 24/7 personalised support. With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it&#39;s all about flexibility.Course duration: 1.5 years full time, part-time options available, 1 year accelerated.

Sharpen your professional skills in auditing, quantitative methods, and information systems. You’ll also cover economics, finance, and tax law. CPA Australia and CAANZ accredited, this course prepares you for a global financial career.

The Master of Business Administration from Charles Sturt University is the perfect combination of theoretical knowledge and applied problem-solving. You’ll use examples from your workplace to bring your learning to life – and deliver immediate value to your organisation and career.

Get a prestige qualification grounded in practicality. You’ll use actual challenges from your workplace, such as COVID-19, to gain your qualification. Choose to specialise in accounting, strategy, HR, leading people, marketing or transformation.

Master of Business Administration (with specialisations)

The Graduate Certificate in Accounting is a course that will service the needs of students requiring four or fewer units for accreditation with the professional accounting bodies. It can serve as an entry and exit point for the Master of Professional Accounting. The course comprises four units (that is 24 credit points) and is usually used to supplement existing studies in accounting to satisfy the entry requirements of the professional accounting organisations. Subjects are drawn from the Master of Professional Accounting and may cover introductory as well as advanced units in accounting, finance, systems, law, auditing, economics and business statistics.Please Note: This program can only be studied part time.

If you've previously studied accounting and need just four more units to apply for accreditation, this could be the course for you. Cover areas such as finance systems, law, auditing, economics and business statistics. Choose to continue studying for your Masters. 

Graduate Certificate in Accounting

Are you ready to dive into the world of accounting?Whether you&#39;re looking to start a new career or boost your current skills, this program offers flexible full-time or part-time options. Perfect for those without an accounting background, you&#39;ll gain a strong foundation in accounting fundamentals. Completing this Graduate Diploma sets you on a path to becoming a certified accountant, with opportunities to further advance your expertise through additional studies.

This pathway course is perfect for students who don't have a background in accounting. You'll learn fundamentals of accounting, from accounting systems to financial management, so that you can enrol in further study and eventually become accredited. 

Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting

Are you ready to elevate your career in accounting?The Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting is designed for postgraduate students, aiming to provide the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in various industries. With a modern and unique approach that focuses on real-world industry needs, our program ensures you&#39;re learning the most current and relevant practices.Our program offers a solid foundation in both Australian and international accounting context. You&#39;ll gain an understanding of essential accounting concepts and principles, with the ability to apply them in different business scenarios. You&#39;ll also learn contemporary accounting practices through the lens of sustainability, preparing you to make responsible and impactful decisions in your career. Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (TAS-PFA-GCE) can be built on through further studies to achieve the level of competency required to become a fully accredited accountant. Upon successful completion of this program, you are eligible to enrol in the Graduate Diploma of Professional Accounting (TAS-PFA-GDI).

This introductory course will teach you the basics of accounting and help you work towards membership with Australia's professional accounting bodies. You'll cover crucial areas like economics, financial management, accounting systems and reports.

Accounting is an exciting career choice. The modern accountant has evolved beyond the traditional ‘bean counter’ role to a trusted and respected business adviser who is adaptable, tech-savvy, and has a global outlook through a sustainability lens. Accountants play an important role in business and society, and the profession is therefore in high demand.  The professionally accredited Master of Professional Accounting degree equips you with the necessary skills for a meaningful career in business through authentic learning approaches focusing on contemporary business practices utilising work-integrated learning experiences. By studying the Master of Professional Accounting program, you will be allowed to develop advanced knowledge of the holistic perspective of accounting, critique the broader application of accounting in real-world settings, and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders and decision-makers while engaging with Tasmanian businesses to work on practical tasks and real-life scenarios that you are likely to encounter in practice. The University of Tasmania’s work-ready program provides a unique experience of working with local organisations and mastering the professional skills required to be a successful business advisor. In addition, one specialisation Sustainable Business further grooms your skills to enable you to become true leaders in your chosen field.The degree meets all necessary academic requirements of both CPA and the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.

Further your financial prowess with research, critical thinking and specialist theory. Put newfound knowledge into action through advanced communication – allowing you to justify business ideas, back financial decisions, and solve complex problems.

Why Money Matters

Small Business Accounting

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Accounting for Business

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Accountability and Accounting

This subject is available in a number of postgraduate degrees, HDR, or combined postgraduate degrees, offered by the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics (TSBE). You will undertake a work-based project with a public, private or not-for-profit business. Placements are matched and related to your course with a designated placement mentor from the organisation supporting student learning during the placement period. The subject is at level 700 and integrates work and learning.

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