University of South Australia
Master of Professional Accounting
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Professional Accounting will prepare you for practice as a professional accountant. You will develop analytical, general business management and critical problem-solving skills, and gain a comprehensive understanding of accounting practice.
Your studies will focus on financial and management accounting, finance, commercial law, taxation law and auditing. You’ll study contemporary research and real-life case studies with the opportunity to complete an industry placement in Australia or overseas. You will graduate well-equipped for a global career and knowledgeable in areas such as accounting, tax, financial management and public practice.
Delivery mode
University of South Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 61-68 North Terrace, Adelaide
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
Applicants are required to have one of the following:
- A completed bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
- A completed graduate diploma from a recognised higher education institution; or
- A completed graduate certificate from a recognised higher education institution.
Applicants who have:
- completed a bachelor degree in a business discipline; or
- completed a bachelor degree which includes a major in business, commerce, marketing or management; or
- completed a graduate certificate in a business discipline,
are eligible to enter the program with 0.5 EFTSL (18 units) Advanced Standing and complete the program in 1.5 years of full time study or equivalent part time study.
English language entry requirements
International students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.
English language test
- IELTS: Overall score 6.5
Course fees
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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...
Senior Auditor
A Senior Auditor examines and evaluates financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations. You might work for an accounting firm...
Tax Auditor
A Tax Auditor examines financial records to ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations. You might work for the Australian Taxation Office or a...
About University of South Australia
The University of South Australia is Australia’s University of Enterprise. Our culture of innovation is anchored around global and national links to academic, research and industry partners. Our graduates are the new urban professionals, global citizens at ease with the world and ready to create and respond to change.
Our research is inventive and adventurous and we create new knowledge that is central to global economic and social prosperity.
