Master of Accounting

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor Degree (or AQF Level 7 equivalent course);
OR
An Advanced Diploma/Associate Degree (or AQF Level 6 equivalent course) plus evidence of a minimum of two years’ relevant industry experience;
OR
A Postgraduate Qualifying Program (or equivalent).

Academic IELTS: Overall 6.0, with not less than 6.0 for Speaking and Writing and 5.5 for Listening and Reading

PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic): Academic Score of 50

TOEFL iBT (Test of English as a Foreign Language): 64

KTE (Kaplan Test of English): Score greater than 426 Overall for listening, reading and grammar, and B2 for speaking and writing

Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English) 169

Duolingo English Test: Overall score of 100

OET (Occupational English Test): A score of at least B for each test component

GCE Ordinary Level – Grade C in English Language or English Literature GCE Advanced Subsidiary Level – Grade C in English Language or English Literature GCE Advanced Level – Grade D in English Language or English Literature GCE Advanced Level – Grade D in English Language or English Literature

Course Details

The Master of Accounting is ideal if you wish to extend your studies beyond traditional accounting to also encompass the increasingly critical role of business analytics, while also being eligible for membership with a professional accounting body. You will develop general management skills and knowledge related to contemporary accounting issues, data analysis and associated practices. After graduating you will be able to analyse accounting effectively and strategically within a range of theories and frameworks.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students enrolled in the Master of Accounting at Kaplan Business School will learn how to:

Assess and demonstrate professional skills and knowledge in relation to contemporary accounting issues and related practices

Determine and apply appropriate professional and analytical skills to address specific accounting and business issues and challenges

Evaluate professional accounting and business issues emerging from strategic developments in practice and accounting regulation

Debate contemporary accounting issues within a range of theories and frameworks

Analyse the impact of law and ethics on accounting practice

Select and apply strategic data management techniques to a range of business situations

Career Outcomes

Investigative Accounting

Strategic Management

Management Consulting

Upon successful completion you are eligible for admission into professional programs offered by CPA Australia, CA ANZ and ACCA. You may also apply for credit into our Master of Business Administration course, or a related graduate degree at another Australian higher education provider.