Master of Professional Accounting 18 months Postgraduate Programme By La Trobe University |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 251-300QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

18 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

47,200 AUDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Accounting and FinanceMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Accounting and Finance

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

Become an expert with in-demand skills when you study La Trobe's Master of Professional Accounting.

In this accredited degree, you'll build expertise in existing and emerging accounting information systems and data analytics tools. Investigate the fields underpinning modern accounting, including business law, taxation, finance and economics. Connect with industry and professional accounting bodies during your studies and prepare for career success.

Learn how to solve accounting problems across a diverse variety of business contexts. With lectures delivered by leading academics and guest industry experts, you'll get a well-rounded perspective on contemporary accounting issues – ranging from industry-specific measurement issues to the impact of global harmonisation on financial reporting practices.

La Trobe's Master of Professional Accounting is a direct pathway to becoming a qualified professional accountant. If you have limited exposure to accounting or are forging a new path, this degree will develop your theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to build your dream career.

You'll learn:
  • Accounting principles, information systems and analytics

                      Understand how to record business transactions, prepare financial statements and evaluate business performance. Use the accounting and data analytics tools to analyse data and assist decision making.


  • Management accounting

                      Understand how to provide organisational decision-makers with relevant accounting information to assist with strategic planning, controlling and performance management.


  • Financial accounting and reporting

                      Apply international and Australian accounting standards involving measurement and professional judgement in a variety of practical scenarios.


  • Auditing and assurance

                      Explore the nature and purpose of auditing and assurance. Understand the responsibilities of auditors in the context of reporting quality information.


  • Taxation

                      Learn the fundamentals of the taxation system and its implications for individuals and businesses.



The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Accounting and Finance

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Blended

Become an expert with in-demand skills when you study La Trobe's Master of Professional Accounting.

In this accredited degree, you'll build expertise in existing and emerging accounting information systems and data analytics tools. Investigate the fields underpinning modern accounting, including business law, taxation, finance and economics. Connect with industry and professional accounting bodies during your studies and prepare for career success.

Learn how to solve accounting problems across a diverse variety of business contexts. With lectures delivered by leading academics and guest industry experts, you'll get a well-rounded perspective on contemporary accounting issues – ranging from industry-specific measurement issues to the impact of global harmonisation on financial reporting practices.

La Trobe's Master of Professional Accounting is a direct pathway to becoming a qualified professional accountant. If you have limited exposure to accounting or are forging a new path, this degree will develop your theoretical and technical knowledge and skills to build your dream career.

You'll learn:
  • Accounting principles, information systems and analytics

                      Understand how to record business transactions, prepare financial statements and evaluate business performance. Use the accounting and data analytics tools to analyse data and assist decision making.


  • Management accounting

                      Understand how to provide organisational decision-makers with relevant accounting information to assist with strategic planning, controlling and performance management.


  • Financial accounting and reporting

                      Apply international and Australian accounting standards involving measurement and professional judgement in a variety of practical scenarios.


  • Auditing and assurance

                      Explore the nature and purpose of auditing and assurance. Understand the responsibilities of auditors in the context of reporting quality information.


  • Taxation

                      Learn the fundamentals of the taxation system and its implications for individuals and businesses.



The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

Admission Requirements

176+
6.5+
79+
58+
Academic entry requirement

Selection criteria
Applicants with other relevant tertiary qualifications and/or substantial relevant professional of managerial experience will also be considered for entry.

The duration of the course may be reduced to one-year equivalent full time (8 subjects) with appropriate credit exemptions.

Admission is based on:

  • Bachelor honours (AQF8) degree in a related discipline, or
  • Bachelor degree or higher in a related discipline, plus two years relevant work experience, or
  • Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or higher in a related discipline, or
  • Evidence of academic capability judged to be equivalent.

To be considered for admission to this degree you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:
completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent)
OR
completion of the Postgraduate Qualifying Program

1.5 Years
Jul
Mar

Tuition fees

Domestic
34,400 AUD
International
47,200 AUD

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