Programme details

Master of Professional Accounting

Gain the necessary skills to transition into a career as an accountant with the Master of Professional Accounting program.

Course description

Enhance your comprehension of accounting within a strategic business framework and cultivate the financial acumen necessary for leadership positions in senior management. The Master of Professional Accounting is ideal for individuals with a non-accounting background seeking to transition into the accounting field and pursue accreditation with prominent professional accounting organizations such as the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ). This program is well-suited for those aiming to join professional accounting bodies or switch careers to become accountants.

Immigration benefits

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

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

Career Prospects

Pursuing a Master of Professional Accounting can open doors to a wide range of career opportunities in the accounting and finance sectors. Here are some potential career paths and roles that graduates can consider:

Chartered accountant
International accounting firms
Management accountant
Chief financial officer
Finance manager
Forensic accountant
Senior management
Business consultant
Tax specialist

Entry requirements

You must have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification.

You must also meet University’s English Language requirements. AUT recognises IELTS (Academic) of 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher;or equivalent