A career in accounting provides challenging, rewarding and versatile opportunities in the current business environment. Increasingly, businesses are looking for people with superior analytical skills which accounting can provide.

A Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) with a specialisation in International Business, equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to succeed in accounting across the globe.

What you will study

The Masters of Professional Accounting (Advanced) is designed for students who have qualifications in an area other than accounting. You will gain knowledge of accounting concepts that are transferrable to organisations of all sizes, whether they are in the public, private or not-for-profit sectors.

Specialise in International Business - due to the increasing integration and interdependence of the global economy, an understanding of the principles of International Business such as cross-cultural management and global business management will complement studies in Professional Accounting, allowing graduates to position themselves for senior management roles in global firms. You will study:

• management accounting
• financial accounting
• taxation
• auditing
• finance
• law
• economics
• business decision making (statistics/quantitative methods)

The Masters of Professional Accounting (Advanced) is the gateway to membership with CPA Australia, CA Australia and New Zealand and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), three internationally recognised professional qualifications. A thorough understanding of accounting principles and membership of internationally recognised professional accounting bodies make for a versatile and highly employable graduate.

Knowledge, skills and confidence in accounting are important attributes of senior managers. Accounting skills are transferrable across all industries and are required for sound financial decision making. The insights you will gain as a graduate of the Master of Professional Accounting (Advanced) will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to seek employment in careers such as:

• Forensic Accountant
• Internal Auditor
• Ratings Analyst
• Chief Financial Officer
• Financial Advisor

The theory and accounting principles you have acquired through the Master of Professional Accounting will equip you for diverse real-world business situations. This knowledge will increase your value and see you fast-track to leadership and career advancement.