Master of Accounting (2 years)
Master of Accounting (2 years)
Summary Qualified professional accountants are critical to the success of all businesses and organisations. With specialised knowledge, professional accountants can apply their skills broadly in the increasingly dynamic and global accounting environment. The prestigious Master of Accounting will enable you to obtain a university qualification that satisfies the accreditation requirements…
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Summary
Qualified professional accountants are critical to the success of all businesses and organisations. With specialised knowledge, professional accountants can apply their skills broadly in the increasingly dynamic and global accounting environment.
The prestigious Master of Accounting will enable you to obtain a university qualification that satisfies the accreditation requirements to commence the professional papers offered by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). In addition, you’ll complete advanced units in financial and management accounting, management control systems, information systems, business ethics and taxation to prepare you for a wide range of accounting roles.
Key features
Gain essential financial and management accounting knowledge
Acquire a range of skills in assurance and audit, commercial law, economics, financial management and information systems. Develop your research skills and practice
Interpret and appraise recent developments in accounting, make professional judgements and solve complex accounting problems. Develop higher-level skills that employers value
Learn how to lead people, adapt to changing circumstances, innovate, communicate clearly and effectively, and manage diversity. Learn from highly qualified and experienced lecturers
Learn from teachers who have first-hand experience with the CPA and CA programs, and who consult to CA ANZ and CPA Australia.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Accountant
Auditor
Banking and finance manager
Business or venture analyst
Consultant
Forensic accountant
Insurance specialist
Risk management specialist
Stockbroker
Superannuation adviser or analyst
Taxation specialist
Employers
Accounting firms
Banks and financial institutions
Commercial organisations
Consulting firms
Government agencies and departments
Superannuation and insurance firms
Universities
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
