Master of Professional Accounting
PostgraduateTUA-MPA-MAS2025
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A deep knowledge and global perspective of professional accounting
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.
- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Credit available
- Yes
- Duration
- Approx. 1.5 years full time or part time equivalent
- Total subjects
- 12
- Available loans
- Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
Master of Professional Accounting
About this degree
As one of Australia’s fastest growing universities, we take a progressive approach to learning. Our courses are co-designed, developed and delivered with industry, giving you confidence that you’ll graduate job-ready.
During this course you will:
- Apply ethical, legal, social and environmental responsibilities in both local and global contexts.
- Interpret and apply rules, regulations and theories to an array of complex accounting-related situations.
- Communicate accounting advice and knowledge to a range of stakeholders.
- Stay at the forefront of accounting research, laws and software for best practice.
Torrens University'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's all about flexibility.
Course duration: 1.5 years full time, part-time options available, 1 year accelerated.
Recommended study pattern
The Master of Professional Accounting course structure comprises 12 subjects (120 credit points) that you are required to complete. The course of study is made up of:
- Level 600: 11 core subjects
- Level 500 or 600: 1 elective subject.
Award requirements
To be awarded the Master of Professional Accounting, the candidate must complete 120 credit points over 12 subjects as outlined in the Course Structure. Each subject has a value of 10 credit points.Open Universities Australia is a not-for-profit organisation. You will not pay any fees for using our services.
Indicative first year fee
$28,000
Indicative total fee $42,000
The amounts shown here are indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.
Fees may vary depending on:
- the subjects you choose
- credit from previous work experience
- your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.
To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.
At Torrens University Australia you can tailor your study to suit your lifestyle. Thanks to their innovative digital learning system you’ll gain the ultimate in flexibility, and still receive personalised guidance from academics and access to work placement, mentorship and internship opportunities. Online you can attend live classes or view recorded sessions, connect with lecturers and fellow students, and access content on-demand 24/7.
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How to apply
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Entry requirements
Torrens University Australia offers flexible entry options and study pathways, whether you’re finishing school, pursuing career progression or looking for a change. Entry requirements for this course includes:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in any discipline.
Standard English language requirements apply.
Don’t meet the entry requirements? We have numerous pathway programs to get you started. Contact our Future Student Advisors to learn about alternative entry options.
Torrens University offers pathway opportunities to further your learning. If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against a degree with Torrens University, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning.
Under Torrens University's Recognition of Prior Learning policy, you may be eligible for a reduction in tuition costs if you have previous study and/or work experience.
Our Future Student Advisors will happily walk you through the application process.
Career opportunities
The Master of Professional Accounting will prepare you for an array of high-level careers across organisations that require more than baseline accounting skills. You will bring a mastery of your profession to any role where attention to detail and broad-ranging knowledge is required.
Potential career paths include:
- Auditor
- Tax Accountant
- Financial Analyst
- Business Consultant
- Finance Manager.
Professional recognition
CA ANZ accredited
Our accounting and commerce courses are endorsed by Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ), meaning you are eligible to enrol in CA ANZ professional programs.
CPA Australia accredited
This course is endorsed by CPA Australia, one of the world's largest accounting bodies, ensuring that the skills and knowledge you acquire are aligned with current industry standards and trends.
Australian job snapshots
Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.
Role | Earnings | Employment change |
|---|---|---|
Accountants | $75K to $93K | Up 8% |
Auditors, Company Secretaries and Corporate Treasurers | $93K to $120K | Up 37.6% |
Finance Managers | Over $120K | Up 24.7% |
Financial Investment Advisers and Managers | Over $120K | Up 25.4% |