C04237v3 Master of Professional Accounting (Extension)
Award(s): Master of Professional Accounting (MProfAcc)CRICOS code: 061286J
Commonwealth supported place?: No
Load credit points: 96
Course EFTSL: 2
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Pathway course
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Articulation with UTS courses
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
The Master of Professional Accounting (Extension) is designed to provide non-accounting graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge required for a career in professional accounting. The completion of the course satisfies the academic requirements for entry to the professional programs of CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia (ICAA).
This course provides the ideal academic foundation to pursue a career in accounting. It provides the knowledge, understanding and expertise necessary for employment in the accounting profession. Further, the professional recognition of the course by CPA Australia and ICAA provides students with internationally recognised qualifications that enhance both their employment and promotion opportunities.
Course aims
The course aims to provide local and international graduates with the requisite knowledge in accounting and the role accounting plays in providing information products supporting all areas of business activity. In addition to providing a professionally recognised qualification, the course comprises a mix of accounting, finance, legal, communication and economics subjects that collectively provide a range of business skills and knowledge that are essential for employment in today's dynamic business environment.
Career options
Career options include management-level positions in industry or government, as well as not-for-profit organisations. With the CPA and ICAA qualification being recognised internationally, the prospect for overseas employment is also enhanced.
Course intended learning outcomes
| 1.1 | Research and apply forward-thinking accounting strategies in complex and unfamiliar workplace situations in order to facilitate management decision-making |
| 2.1 | Critically analyse, question and evaluate implications of alternative accounting models and strategies for relevant business situations |
| 2.2 | Apply innovative problem-solving processes to address business issues |
| 3.1 | Use effective written communication skills appropriate for working at senior level in the accounting sector in both local and international settings |
| 3.2 | Use oral communication appropriate to working at a senior level in the accounting sector in both local and international settings to convey information clearly and fluently |
| 4.1 | Demonstrate an understanding of ethical and social responsibilities and a high level of personal autonomy necessary for professional accounting practice |
| 4.2 | Critically evaluate and apply sustainability principles to decisions in professional accounting practice |
| 5.1 | Apply high-level technical skills necessary to operate effectively in professional accounting practice |
| 5.2 | Execute a substantial research-based or professionally focused project |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate studies.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Pathway course
Students who do not meet the requirements to gain entry into the Master of Professional Accounting (Extension) may be eligible for entry into the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (C11206). Satisfactory completion of the UTS Graduate Certificate, allows students to articulate into the Master of Professional Accounting (Extension).
Recognition of prior learning
Students may be granted a maximum of eight subject exemptions based on recognition of prior learning, of which four core subjects may be approved from prior undergraduate study. For more information about the application process, see How to Apply for Recognition of Prior Learning.
Course duration and attendance
The course may be completed in two years of full-time or four years of part-time study.
Classes are offered over three teaching periods each year (Autumn, Spring and Summer sessions). Not all subjects are available in Summer session.
In most cases, subjects are offered on the basis of one three-hour lecture per week over a 13-week period; however, certain subjects may be delivered in intensive mode and completed over a shorter time period.
Course structure
The course comprises 96 credit points, made up of 13 core subjects (totalling 78 credit points), plus three elective subjects (totalling 18 credit points).
Course completion requirements
| STM90696 Core subjects | 78cp | |
| CBK90807 Electives (Accounting) | 18cp | |
| Total | 96cp |
Course program
A typical course program is provided below, showing a suggested study sequence. Most of the subjects are offered in both Autumn and Spring sessions.
| Autumn commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21878 Organisational Dialogue: Theory and Practice | 6cp | |
| 22747 Accounting for Managerial Decisions | 6cp | |
| 25742 Financial Management | 6cp | |
| 79708 Contemporary Business Law | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 23706 Economics for Management | 6cp | |
| 22748 Financial Reporting and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 22753 Cost Management and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 22754 Corporate Accounting | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 22705 Management Planning and Control | 6cp | |
| 22730 Auditing and Assurance Services | 6cp | |
| 22743 Business Valuation and Financial Analysis | 6cp | |
| 77947 Companies and Securities Law | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 77938 Introduction to Taxation Law | 6cp | |
| Select 18 credit points of options | 18cp | |
| Spring commencing, full time | ||
| Year 1 | ||
| Spring session | ||
| 22747 Accounting for Managerial Decisions | 6cp | |
| 25742 Financial Management | 6cp | |
| 23706 Economics for Management | 6cp | |
| 79708 Contemporary Business Law | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 21878 Organisational Dialogue: Theory and Practice | 6cp | |
| 22748 Financial Reporting and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 22753 Cost Management and Analysis | 6cp | |
| 22754 Corporate Accounting | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 22705 Management Planning and Control | 6cp | |
| 22730 Auditing and Assurance Services | 6cp | |
| 22743 Business Valuation and Financial Analysis | 6cp | |
| 77947 Companies and Securities Law | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 77938 Introduction to Taxation Law | 6cp | |
| Select 18 credit points of options | 18cp | |
Articulation with UTS courses
This course is part of an articulated program comprising the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting (C11206), and the Master of Professional Accounting (Extension).
Professional recognition
CPA Australia; Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia; Institute of Public Accountants (IPA)
Other information
Further information is available from the UTS Business School on:
telephone 1300 ask UTS (1300 275 887)
email business@uts.edu.au
Business (Postgraduate)