Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) is designed to equip graduates holding a recognised bachelor's qualification, graduate certificate or graduate diploma in any field, and at a standard acceptable to IMC standards, with the necessary skills and knowledge for a career in professional accounting. The course satisfies the academic requirements for entry to the Australian professional accountancy bodies and an opportunity for a national or international career in accounting.
The course aims to provide students with the required foundations in accounting and related areas, as well as an understanding of the way in which accounting supports business activities.
The program is taught by academic staff active in research, and students are exposed to professional and scholarly developments that have been achieved through research activity.
Find out if your overseas qualification is recognised and meets the Entry Requirements.
Upon successful completion of the MPA, students may apply to enrol in the Master of Professional Accounting Services (MPAS) degree. Students progressing into the MPAS will be given credit for studies completed within the MPA degree.
With continuing high global demand for qualified accountants, graduates of the program have a wide range of career opportunities in accounting firms, government departments, banking and finance organisations, corporations and other related accounting fields.
This course contains 12 core subjects in accounting and related fields.
Term 1 Core Units
Exit with a Graduate Certificate in Accounting
Term 2 Core Units
Exit with a Graduate Diploma in Accounting
Term 3 Core Units
Exit with a Master of Professional Accounting
To qualify for the degree of Master of Professional Accounting, a student must complete an aggregate of 12 core subjects (72 units of credit)
*Prerequisite/Co-requisite Requirements
Please note: The availability of units may be slightly different across campuses.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available and will be assessed in accordance with IMC's RPL policy and procedure. Please refer to the Application for Recognition of Prior Learning and the RPL policy and procedure for further details.