Charles Darwin University
Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice)
- Delivery: Online
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Build professional accounting expertise through flexible online postgraduate study, combining advanced accounting knowledge with workplace experience and professional practice.
Course overview
The Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice) from Charles Darwin University is a postgraduate qualification designed for graduates seeking advanced accounting knowledge combined with professional workplace experience. Delivered online over two years full-time or four years part-time, the course develops the technical, analytical and professional capabilities required for contemporary accounting practice.
The curriculum integrates advanced study across financial accounting, management accounting, auditing, taxation, business law and professional ethics with practical workplace learning. Throughout the course, you will apply accounting knowledge in a professional practice environment, strengthening the skills and experience required for employment in the accounting profession.
On successful completion, you will graduate with the Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice). The qualification meets the academic requirements for professional accounting recognition through CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), preparing graduates for professional accounting careers across public practice, business and government.
Key facts
What you will study
To earn the Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice), you must successfully complete units totalling 160 credit points as detailed below. Unless otherwise noted, each course is worth 10 credit points.
Compulsory Core units totalling 120 credit points as detailed below.
- Accounting Principles
- Management Accounting
- Corporate Accounting
- Auditing
- Accounting Theory
- Accounting Information Systems
- Economics of Sustainability
- Aspects of Corporate Finance
- Australian Tax Law
- Corporate Law
- Commercial Law
- Business Statistics
Entry requirements
Applicants for this course must meet all of the following:
- Successful completion of a recognised bachelor's degree, graduate diploma, master's degree or equivalent international qualification.
Applicants who have previously completed an accounting degree within Australia are not eligible to apply.
English language requirements
The minimum English language requirement for this course can be met by evidencing one of the following:
- Successful completion of Year 12 within Australia or an equivalent qualification from an approved country where English is the official language
- Successful completion of at least 0.5FTE of higher education study from Australia or an approved country where English is the official language. If studies were completed from a country on the extended list, they must have been completed within the past five (5) years.
- Successful completion of a Charles Darwin University enabling program of at least 0.5FTE (40 credit points).
- Successful completion of a recognised TAFE qualification at a Certificate III level or higher from Australia.
- Current AHPRA registration as a Division 1 or Division 2 nurse. Registration must be current at the time of course commencement.
- Completion of an approved English test within two years of commencement, meeting the minimum scores.
Contact the university or visit their website for more information.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previously studied or have relevant work experience. This will help to reduce the number of units that you need to study to finish your course. Contact the university for more information.
Outcomes
Career outcomes
Completing a Master of Professional Accounting (Professional Practice) can lead to a wide range of career opportunities in small, medium and large organisations. As a graduate, you may become a
- Financial accountant
- Management accountant
- Financial auditor
- Tax auditor/preparer
- Business/financial analyst.
Work in a large multinational company or 'Big Four' accounting firm, run your own businesses, work in a small local accounting firm or work in other areas of business management.
Fees and FEE-HELP
Estimated total fee in 2026: $59,152 (domestic full-fee paying place)
Estimated fees are determined by individual units of study and the year the course was commenced.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied per term.
- The choice of major or specialisation.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.