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Master of Accounting and Finance - Melbourne Campus
- Domestic
- International
About Degree
The Melbourne campus offers a pathway into degrees for international pathway students only. For the equivalent version for both domestic and international students at the APSB, North Terrace campus visit Master of Accounting and Finance.
The right decision every time
Combined knowledge in accounting and finance has never been more in demand. There’s a wealth of career opportunities for employees who can draw upon and synthesise the two. Our Master of Accounting and Finance offers an intensive two-year path to financial expertise.
This degree is available to international students only.
What will you do?
- Explore financial and management accounting, auditing, and taxation.
- Study management theory, business maths, business law, and economics.
- Learn how financial managers make investment and financing decisions.
- Understand how financial instruments and capital markets are used to enhance returns and manage risks.
- Build critical thinking, communication and leadership skills.
Students will commence their pathway studies as a University of APSB College student undertaking a Pre-Master's Program (PMP). On successful completion of the PMP, students will receive credit for subjects and will move into the second trimester of the University of APSB Master of Accounting and Finance.
Where could it take you?
You’ll graduate career-ready and able to adapt to the demands of a global economy. You might secure a job as a company auditor or finance manager. You could take on an accounting role in a flourishing organisation. Perhaps you’ll consult on corporate mergers and acquisitions.
Entry Requirements
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
Not offered to domestic students.
Student Profile
| Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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| Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
| International students | 1 | 100.0% |
| All students | 1 | 100.0% |
International applicants
| CRICOS | 053688B |
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| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
| Australian Year 12 | Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject | ||||||||||||
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| English Tests accepted by the University of APSB |
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| Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements | A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements | ||||||||||||
Academic Entry Requirements
Detailed information on international qualifications assessment
| Tertiary Qualifications | Bachelor degree or equivalent | |
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How to Apply
Student Profile
| Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
| International students | 1 | 100.0% |
| All students | 1 | 100.0% |
Fees and Scholarships
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
Unavailable - see previous year for indicative only fee.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
International applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) | International student place: $49,000 |
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
More information on International Student tuition fees.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Careers
Professional Accreditation
- The University of APSB is recognised as a CFA Program Partner through this degree, signalling to employers our curriculum is closely tied to professional practice and is well suited to preparing you for employment in the finance and investment industry.*
- The Master of Accounting and Finance program also satisfies the academic requirements for associate membership of CPA Australia, and Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
* In order to meet the requirements for CFA eligibility, students must complete 'Financial Statement Analysis' and 'Advanced Corporate Finance' as electives.
Potential careers
Accountant, Auditor, Business Analyst, Business Consultant, Business Management, Commercialisation Manager, Finance Manager, Financial Analyst, Financial Services Officer, Forensic Accountant, Taxation Officer, Investment Consultant
Degree Structure
| Core Courses | Listed in order from foundation to advanced ACCTING 7019 Accounting Concepts and Methods ECON 7200 Economic Principles CORPFIN 7005 Principles of Finance CORPFIN 7033 Quantitative Methods ACCTING 7026 Accounting Systems and Processes ACCTING 7020 Intermediate Financial Reporting CORPFIN 7039 Equity Valuation and Analysis CORPFIN 7040 Fixed Income Securities CORPFIN 7020 Derivatives COMMLAW 7012 Business and Corporation Law ACCTFIN 7001 Ethical Principles of Finance and Accounting CORPFIN 7019 Advanced Funds Management ACCTING 7014 Management Accounting ACCTING 7023 Advanced Financial Accounting |
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| Electives | 2x elective courses |
Assessment
May include, but not limited to: examinations, group assignments, individual assignments, research projects, consulting projects, presentations, quizzes, tests, tutorial work as prescribed within each course.
