Programme details

Master of Accounting and Finance (MAccFin)

This one-year program will equip accounting and finance students with advanced financial and analytical expertise.

Course description

Utilizing the latest technology and tackling contemporary complex issues, students will be well-equipped to join the workforce with enhanced critical thinking, research, and advanced technical skills.

The Master of Accounting and Finance (MAccFin) program is designed for exceptional students who hold an undergraduate degree in Accountancy and Finance, or those with a major in Accountancy and a minor in Finance.

Specialisations
  • Accounting
  • Finance
Occupational Registration

Certain occupations require registration by law in New Zealand. This programme leads to registration with char.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

This extra year of postgraduate study, undertaken before starting the Chartered Accountant pathway, will prepare students for graduate roles in tax, audit, consulting, transaction advisory, risk advisory, and actuarial services.

Entry requirements

Admission to the program requires approval from the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Commerce). Applicants must meet one of the following criteria:

– Hold a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Accounting and a second major or minor in Finance, typically having achieved an average grade of B in their final-year major subject courses.
– Possess equivalent alternative qualifications or experience deemed acceptable by the Pro-Vice Chancellor (Commerce).

When evaluating an applicant’s qualifications, consideration will be given to the specifics of their course of study and their performance in the program.

Credits
180

Duration
1 year

Intakes

February

International fees
58194

Location

Qualification Type

Study level