Australian National University
Master of Professional Accounting
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Professional Accounting allows graduates to develop skills in accounting and the ability to analyse accounting-related issues. The program allows students with prior studies in cognate disciplines to specialise in accounting and meet the education entry requirements for the Australian accounting professional bodies.
The program is taught by research active academic staff. Students are exposed to professional and scholarly accounting development and research. With continuing high global demand for qualified accountants, graduates of the program have a wide range of career opportunities in accounting firms, government departments, banking and finance organisations, corporations and other related accounting fields.
Delivery mode
Australian National University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Brinkin
- Observatory Rd, Coonabarabran
- 496 Murramarang Rd, Kioloa
- Canberra
- Cotter Rd, Weston Creek
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must present one of the following:
- A Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.0/7.0, with courses in at least one cognate area
- An ANU Graduate Certificate of Accounting with a minimum GPA of 4.5/7.0
The GPA for a Bachelor program will be calculated from (i) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades and/or (ii) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades other than those from the last semester (or equivalent study period) of the Bachelor degree. The higher of the two calculations will be used as the basis for admission.
English language requirements
- IELTS Academic: Overall score 6.5
- IELTS UKVI Academic: Overall score 6.5
- TOEFL iBT Paper Edition: Overall score 80
- TOEFL iBT [excluding Paper Edition and Home Edition]: Overall score 80
- Cambridge C1 Advanced: Overall score 176
- PTE Academic: Overall score 64
- PTE Academic UKVI: Overall score 64
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Master of Professional Accounting will prepare you for the following roles.
Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
A Chief Financial Officer (CFO) manages a company’s overall financial position. You’ll be responsible for all financial activities, from budgets an...
Finance Manager
A Finance Manager oversees financial and accounting activities for a business or organisation. You might manage budgets and develop financial strat...
Senior Accountant
A Senior Accountant manages and oversees the financial operations within an organisation, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting and compliance w...
Senior Financial Analyst
A Senior Financial Analyst provides financial planning, analysis, and reporting to support decision-making within an organisation. They evaluate fi...
About Australian National University
ANU is a world-leading university in Australia’s capital. Excellence is embedded in our approach to research and education.
ANU has seven academic colleges that house a number of schools and research centres that specialise in a range of disciplines - all relevant but some unique in Australia and our region.
