Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)
Pathway Options
Careers
Structure
Unit Descriptions
Tuition Fees
Professional Accreditation Information
MPA/MAS Accreditation letter
NIA Accreditation letter
MPA/MAS Accreditation letter from ICCA
The Master of Professional Accounting is designed for those from non-accounting backgrounds who wish to pursue a career in the accounting industry. It equips students with knowledge and skills in accounting and related fields to gain employment in a variety of organisations in public practice and industry. The course is accredited with CPA Australia (CPAA) and The Institute of Chartered Accountants (ICAA) which will enable our graduates to articulate into these prominent programs. The course covers the core curriculum areas for classification as an accountant. The Master of Professional Accounting course comprises 12 compulsory units that enable a graduate to be classified as an "Accountant" in conformity with the requirements of the Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO Code:2211-11). The core curriculum areas include studies in financial and management accounting; auditing; statistics and business finance; consumer; corporate and taxation law; economics and information systems.
The Master of Professional Accounting is a graduate conversion course and has been designed for graduate students to enable entry into the accounting profession with no or limited previous exposure to the study of accounting. This course provides an excellent platform for career progression, facilitating the development of essential business skills valued by employers.
Features
- Fast-track to an accounting qualification
- Graduate in one year over 3 trimesters full-time
- Professional accreditation in Australia with CPA Australia and The Institute of Chartered Accountants
- Industry experienced academic staff
- Broad range of assessment including essays, exams, presentations, projects and reports to give you practical and valuable job skills
- Excellent accounting career opportunities – in Australia and overseas
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Part-time study opportunities available.
Note: International students are required to study full-time as a condition of their student visa.
Course Duration
The MPA is offered full-time (4 units per trimester) or part-time (1 or 2 units per trimester):
- MPA (12 units) – 1 year full-time or equivalent part-time.
Contact Hours
Full-time – 20 contact hours per week / 4 contact hours per unit of study
Intakes
There are three intakes per year for entry into our accounting courses:
- March
- June
- October
Mode
On campus: part-time, full-time
* Note – international students are required to study full-time as a condition of their study visa.
Assessment
Assessment is an integral part of the learning process at Kaplan Business School. Assessment includes all essays, tests, presentations, exams and any other work set during the trimester.
Advanced Standing
Candidates who have completed other graduate level studies considered to be equivalent to one or more compulsory units may be eligible for advanced standing for a maximum of six credits (36 points).
For more information on our Advanced Standing policy click here or contact the School for more information regarding this.
Accounting Course Fees
Annual Fees $AUD
| 2009 | Domestic Students | International Students |
|---|---|---|
Master of Professional Accounting |
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| Total 12 Units | $15,600 | $19,200 |
| Per Unit | $1,300 | $1,600 |
Master of Accounting Studies |
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| Total 16 Units | $20,800 | $25,600 |
Graduate Certificate in Accounting |
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| Total 4 Units | $5,200 | $6,400 |
Additional Fees $AUD
| Enrolment fee - compulsory (International students only) |
$275 |
| Overseas Student Health Cover - compulsory | $320 |
| Accommodation placement | Approx. $120 |
| Airport pickup (Non-compulsory) |
Approx. $120 |
| Books and materials per year - allow approximately | $300 - $500 |
| Living costs in Melbourne per year | Approx. $15,000 - $17,000 |
| Living costs in Sydney per year | Approx. $16,000 - $18,000 |
| Living costs in Adelaide per year | Approx. $12,000 - $14,000 |
* Additional fees are subject to change without notice