The Master of Professional Accounting is suitable for graduates with little to no background studying accounting. You'll gain an excellent foundation in business with a strong accounting focus and learn accounting principles, their applications and other relevant knowledge in economics, finance, information systems and law.

The skills and knowledge you gain through this degree will provide you with the tools to pursue a successful career in accounting.

Who should choose this degree?

This degree suits graduates with minimal prior exposure to accounting who are seeking a career as an accountant, as well as those looking to acquire professional accreditation or build a career in financial management.

Why study this degree at UNSW?

UNSW Business School is ranked the #1 business school in Australia by AFR BOSS*. That means our business education leads the way in career impact, quality and reputation.

Our strong industry connections ensure the knowledge, skills, and experience you gain will be relevant and in-demand. Alongside a rigorous education, you'll grow professionally and socially through Career Accelerator networking, mentoring and internship opportunities and diverse student-led societies.  

By choosing this degree you'll acquire professional accreditation and be able to build a career in accounting or financial management.

The courses in the Master of Professional Accounting span financial, strategic, and management fields. You’ll cover financial accounting, corporate accounting and regulation, accounting information systems, and more.

The degree offers a deep understanding of the structures that set rules and hold organisations responsible – study essential legal foundations, and laws related to corporations, business and taxation. See the degree structure for more detailed information.

For further specialisation, consider the Master of Professional Accounting (Extension), which offers more electives.

For current and detailed course information, visit the Professional Accounting Handbook. 

UNSW Business School's Career Accelerator portfolio offers students exclusive access to a suite of for-credit, co-curricular and business experience opportunities to kick start your career.

Potential careers

• Auditor 
• Business Risk Manager
• Chief Financial Officer
• Financial Accountant
• Financial Analyst
• Insolvency and Reconstruction Specialist
• Management Consultant
• Treasurer

Accreditation

Graduates may be eligible for the following memberships. CPA Australia Please refer to the CPA Australia website Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand Please refer to the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand website. For further information on professional recognition please contact UNSW Business School.

Recognised bachelor degree (or equivalent qualification) with a credit average as determined by the UNSW Postgraduate Coursework Entry Score Calculator. Note: This degree is designed for grad

IELTS: 7.0 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 94 overall (min. 25 in writing, 23 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE - Academic): 65 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 185 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 185 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of B and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.