Course Overview

About This Course

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.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide

132 Grenfell Street, Adelaide, SA 5000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

All students applying to study at Kaplan Business School must satisfy the entry requirements for the desired course.
International entry requirements apply (see international entry requirements page)
Domestic entry requirements apply (see domestic entry requirements page)
English entry requirements apply (see English entry requirements page)
Students may be eligible for credit for academic work previously completed and should apply to the School for this to be recognised as an exemption from individual subjects of study (Recognition of Prior Learning)

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion you are eligible for admission into professional programs offered by CPA Australia, CA ANZ and ACCA. Career outcomes include: Investigative accounting, Strategic management, Management consulting. You may also apply for credit into the Master of Business Administration course, or a related graduate degree at another Australian higher education provider.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Professional Body

CPA Australia / Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA ANZ)

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

CPA / CA ANZ / IPA

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units24 units

ACCM4000

Financial Accounting

Prerequisite: Nil

ACCM4100

Management Accounting

Prerequisite: Nil

ACCM4200

Advanced Financial Accounting

Prerequisite: ACCM4000

ACCM4300

Financial Reporting

Prerequisite: ACCM4200

ACCM4400

Auditing and Assurance

Prerequisite: ACCM4000

ACCM6000

Capstone: Accounting and Governance

Must be taken in final or penultimate trimester

CISM4000

Information Systems in Accounting

Prerequisite: Nil

CLWM4000

Business and Corporations Law

Prerequisite: Nil

CLWM4100

Taxation Law

Prerequisite: ACCM4000

ECOM4000

Economics

Prerequisite: Nil

FINM4000

Finance

Prerequisite: Nil

FINM4100

Analytics in Accounting and Finance

Co-req: STAM4000

STAM4000

Quantitative Methods

Prerequisite: Nil

ACCM4500

Strategic Management Accounting

Elective. Prerequisite: Nil

DATA4000

Introduction to Business Analytics

Elective. Prerequisite: Nil

DATA4100

Data Visualisation and Communication

Elective. Co-req: STAM4000

DATA4200

Data Acquisition and Management

Elective. Prerequisite: DATA4000

DATA4300

Data Security and Ethics

Elective. Prerequisite: Nil

DATA4400

Data-driven Forecasting

Elective. Prerequisite: STAM4000, Co-req DATA4100

DATA4500

Marketing and Social Media Analytics

Elective. Co-req: DATA4000

DATA4600

Business Analytics Project Management

Elective. Co-req: DATA4000

DATA4800

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Elective. Prerequisite: STAM4000, Co-req DATA4100

DATA4900

Innovation and Creativity in Business Analytics

Elective. Co-req: DATA4000

INTS4000

Internship

Elective. Prerequisite: Nil

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Master of Accounting accredited by any professional accounting bodies?

Yes, the Master of Accounting has industry accreditation from professional accounting bodies. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible for admission into professional programs offered by CPA Australia, CA ANZ and ACCA.

How long does it take to complete the Master of Accounting and how is it structured?

The Master of Accounting has a typical duration of 2 years, comprising 16 subjects delivered over 6 trimesters. The course structure consists of 13 core subjects and 3 electives.

When can I start the Master of Accounting?

The Master of Accounting has multiple intake dates throughout the year: March, May, July, September, and November.

Which campuses offer the Master of Accounting?

The Master of Accounting is available at the following Kaplan Business School locations: Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth.

Can I receive credit for prior study or work experience when enrolling in the Master of Accounting?

Yes, students may be eligible for credit for academic work previously completed. You should apply to the School for this to be recognised as an exemption from individual subjects of study through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.

Application

How to Apply

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Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $55,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Graduate AccountantAssistant AccountantFinancial AnalystTax AccountantAuditor

Key Skills

Financial statement preparation and analysisManagement accounting and cost analysisCorporate and personal taxation under Australian lawAuditing and assurance proceduresFinancial modelling and forecasting

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Master of Accounting

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Entry Requirements

Where this takes you

Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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