Charles Darwin University
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
This Master's degree equips accounting professionals with advanced technical skills and practical workplace experience through a combination of rigorous academic study and professional practice. Ideal for graduates seeking to enhance their accounting expertise and transition into diverse roles across financial management, auditing, taxation, and corporate finance.
Applicants must have successfully completed a recognised bachelor degree, graduate diploma, master's degree, or equivalent international qualification. Applicants who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Accounting Studies are also eligible. Those who have previously completed an accounting degree within Australia are not eligible. International students must meet English language proficiency requirements (IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0 for postgraduate level, or equivalent).
The course comprises 160 credit points across core and specialist elective units. Core units (120 cp) include: Accounting Principles, Management Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Auditing, Accounting Theory, Accounting Information Systems, Economics of Sustainability, Aspects of Corporate Finance, Business and Corporate Law, Australian Tax Law, Business Statistics, and Business Research Skills. Specialist electives (40 cp) allow students to choose between a Professional Placement pathway (300 hours supervised workplace experience) or an Industry Engagement pathway (career readiness labs and industry-informed projects). All units combine theoretical foundations with practical application to authentic business scenarios.
Charles Darwin University is ranked #2 in Australia for postgraduate employment outcomes (GUG 2024). CDU offers industry-leading accounting education with opportunities to network with industry leaders while developing skills applicable across finance, banking, and diverse public and private sector roles. The course is accredited by CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), meeting professional membership educational requirements. CDU provides flexible study options including online delivery and multiple intake periods.
Graduates are equipped for a wide range of professional accounting and finance roles including financial and management accounting, auditing and assurance, taxation, corporate finance, and accounting operations within business, government, and not-for-profit organisations. The professional practice component ensures graduates are workplace-ready with practical experience. Completion meets educational requirements for professional membership with CPA Australia and Chartered Accountants of Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ).
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