Murdoch University
2 years
Advance your accounting career with a two-year Master's program combining theoretical expertise and practical industry experience. Perfect for professionals seeking advanced skills in accounting, finance, and business strategy.
Applicants must hold a recognised Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent professional training. Students who have completed a degree with an accounting major from an Australian university are not eligible. English language proficiency must be demonstrated through completion of Year 11 and 12 in Australia (domestic students) or through English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, or previous tertiary study (international students). Recognition of Prior Learning may be available to reduce study requirements.
The program covers core accounting and business topics including Principles of Business Governance, Accounting Processes, Business Finance, Taxation Principles, Management Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Auditing, and Accounting Theory and Governance. Students also study Quantitative Research for Business, Business Valuation, and Economics and Business Strategy. Elective units allow specialization in areas such as Business Intelligence and Analytics, Sustainability Governance and Reporting, Industry Projects, Digital Business, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Human Resource Management, International Business, and Strategic Risk Management. The curriculum integrates real-world scenarios through a Digital Immersive Lab offering virtual reality practice environments.
Murdoch University is recognized as #1 in Western Australia for student support and five-star rating for skills development in Business and Management according to the Good Universities Guide 2026. The teaching staff have won teaching excellence awards, secured grant funding from CPA Australia, published journal articles, and maintain active involvement in industry. The program offers flexible study options including full-time, part-time, face-to-face, online, and mixed-mode delivery, with small class sizes and supportive faculty ensuring personalized learning experiences.
Graduates pursue diverse roles across industries including Restructuring and Insolvency, Mergers and Acquisitions, Business Valuation, Financial Forensics, Assurance and Internal Audit, Financial and Management Accounting, Enterprise Risk Management, and Taxation. Career opportunities span government, media, advertising, finance, and non-government organizations. The program develops skills in digitization and technology adoption, accountancy advisory, soft skills and ethical practice, and data analytics and modeling—all in high demand by employers across all industries.
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