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MASTER OF PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTING

The Master of Professional Accounting will equip you with professional skills in accounting, finance, computer software applications, economics, statistics, and business law. It is suited to those students who meet the entry requirements and seek a career in accounting in Australia. The course will also introduce you to applied research and analysis skills that are highly sought in business. You will have the opportunity to study advanced areas in forensic accounting, financial data analytics and finance, or take a business internship.

Professional Recognition
This course is fully accredited by three professional accounting bodies: Certified Practicing Accountants (CPA) Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA). As a graduate, you are eligible to apply for membership with one or more of these professional bodies.

Campus Information

Sydney

CQUniversity Sydney is located on Kent Street in the heart of the city. It is easily accessible being just a five-minute walk to Town Hall station. With over 3000 students, CQUniversity Sydney is one of the university’s largest campuses. On campus, there are many study areas filled with lots of natural light, making it very conducive for self-study and group work. You can enjoy the diverse and vibrant campus life or take a short stroll to downtown amenities and attractions such as Darling Harbour. Sydney is located around what many regard as the most beautiful harbour in the world. Framed by the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and the stunning Opera House, this natural wonder provides a spectacular backdrop to activities as varied as sailing, fishing and fine dining.

Melbourne

The campus is located at 120 Spencer Street adjacent to Southern Cross Station, and easily accessible by a number of tram routes. The student community is strong and inclusive, with friendly faculty and professional staff offering a supportive learning environment. Melbourne is one of Australia's most vibrant and cosmopolitan cities. It is a truly international city with world-renowned landmarks, high-fashion boutiques, cafe-filled laneways, film and food festivals, major sporting events, art exhibitions and performing arts productions.

Brisbane

CQUniversity Brisbane, located in the heart of the central business district, is a great place to study. The campus, refurbished in 2017, comprises nine floors of modern facilities and will offer you a fresh learning environment from which to pursue your academic interests. The campus is student-focused, with areas dedicated to student relaxation, providing a great space for you to relax and mingle with friends over lunch or catch-ups between classes.

Intakes

March
July
Nov

Application Processing Time in Days: 10

Application Process

COE

4 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

CQUniversity has one of the largest and fastest-growing footprints of any university in Australia. In 2014 the University merged with CQ TAFE, bringing together more than 175 years combined experience in the delivery of education and training, and establishing Queensland’s first dual sector, comprehensive university.

CQUni Careers also offers employers the opportunity to recruit CQUniversity students and graduates by promoting vacancies and connecting them through our employer and industry engagement events

If you are seeking a career change and are interested in a career in accounting, this course is for you. It is ideal if you are interested in employment opportunities in accounting and financial management sectors. Potential fields of employment include financial accounting, management accounting, taxation auditing, teaching finance, banking management, administration, consulting or business advisory services.

PSW Opportunity

2 /3 /4 Year Post Study Work Visa Opportunities.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

Completion of a bachelor's degree with the equivalent to an Australian pass grade average in the final two terms, from a, recognized higher education institution.

IELTS Academic: 6.0 with no individual band score of less than 5.5

TOEFL Internet-based: Overall score of 75 with no score less than 17

Pearson Test of English Academic: Overall score of 54 with no score less than 46

To gain entry to this course, students must have:

- A non-accounting undergraduate degree in any discipline from an Australian university, or AQF equivalent from an overseas institution; or

- An AQF equivalent accounting bachelor degree received from an overseas institution or organisation, that does not meet accreditation with an Australian Accounting registration body for associate membership purposes; or

- A graduate diploma in any discipline from an Australian university.

International students should visit http://www.international.cqu.edu.au/ for further information, including English language requirements.

NOTE:

Students who have successfully completed the CQUniversity Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting will be eligible to apply for credit for units already completed.

Advanced standing (credit for prior learning)

Exemptions up to 24 credit points may be granted for previous undergraduate studies in business or accounting.

Students may be eligible for exemptions of up to 48 credit points for previous graduate level studies in business or accounting.

Central Queensland University (CQU)

Rockhampton , Queensland ,Australia