Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)
Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)
The Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) is designed principally for students from non-accounting backgrounds who wish to make a career change or simply to develop an understanding of the technical and social role accounting plays in contemporary business. As such, the MPA is a broad-based qualification that integrates the core…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) is designed principally for students from non-accounting backgrounds who wish to make a career change or simply to develop an understanding of the technical and social role accounting plays in contemporary business. As such, the MPA is a broad-based qualification that integrates the core accounting studies with authentic learning experience gained through participating in a Business Internship as a work integrated learning unit.
This program will help students develop the skills and expertise they need for a rewarding career in accounting. Students are expected to develop the knowledge and expertise to future-proof their career, where they will undertake advanced learning in both theory and professional practice and learn to solve critical accounting and business problems in innovative ways.
A 2019 publication by the Department of Education, Skills and Employment, Australian Jobs 2019 provides an overview of trends in the Australian labour market to support job seekers and providers, career advisers, people considering future training and work and people interested in labour market issues. According to this report, accountants represent the biggest occupation group in Australia making up over 39% of the employed occupation groups. More than three quarters of this group hold a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification. Accountants represent the second biggest occupation group after registered nurses and followed by primary school teachers.
REQUIREMENTS
International applicants are required to provide evidence of sufficient English language skill to enable them to successfully complete a degree course. To demonstrate that they have met the English language requirements the applicant must show evidence of:
– An IELTS (International English Language Testing Service) score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent from an approved IELTS provider to enter the Master’s Degree; or
– Successful completion of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) B program (20 weeks) at Ozford English Language Centre or other English Language Centres endorsed by The NEAS (National English Language Teaching Accreditation Scheme) Quality Assurance which will meet the IELTS outcomes equivalent to IELTS 6.5 to enter the Master’s Degree; or
– Completion of an AQF Level 7 (or higher) qualification that was studied in Australia in English within the past two years; or
– Completion of a higher education qualification in English awarded by a recognised university in which English is the primary language.
Age Entry Requirement
Applicants must be minimum 18 years of age prior to commencing a course at the Institute.
Academic Entry Requirements
• Completion of an Australian Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline; or
• Completion of an Australian Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) in a similar discipline
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ozford Institute of Higher Education (OIHE) is an innovative educational institute located in the heart of Melbourne. The institute has experienced academic staff with a track record of scholarship and academic leadership. Ozford Institute of Higher Education offers courses in accounting, management, business administration, information systems. Ozford is committed to providing practical educational programs to help students embrace lifelong learning and provide every student with the opportunity to practice key employability skills. There are also excellent support services to take care of students, and support their academic and employability needs. Ozford’s staff will support international students academically throughout their time at the college to help them adjust to studying in Australia. Ozford’s campus in Melbourne is walking distance from some of the best restaurants, shopping, museums, entertainment, theatres, sporting venues and tourist attractions.
