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Master of Accounting (Professional)

Take your first step towards a CPA

How to apply

Students who hold a Bachelor degree in any discipline have the opportunity to earn a widely recognised and respected postgraduate professional accounting qualification, that is fully recognised by:

Learn more about our postgraduate courses

Postgraduate Information Night

Talk one-on-one with our experts and discover how our postgraduate courses can enhance your career path. See the program for the Postgraduate Information Night!

The Benefits of our Professional Accounting Course

  • The program provides thorough preparation for the CPA or CA programs and are taught by both accounting academics and practitioners who are experts in their field.
  • Our professional accounting graduates consistently rank higher in grade results in the CPA program than non-Macquarie professional accounting graduates.
  • Classes are held during the day and in the evening for most units, each study period.
  • The Centre for Macquarie English (CME) have developed a program specifically for students enrolled in the Master of Accounting (Professional) and (CPA Extension) with a focus on business communication skills. Sessions run by CME address a range of business communication skills which are integrated into units in the program.

Career Options

Master of Accounting (Professional) Graduates can find careers in:

  • Accounting and consulting firms
  • Business analyst firms
  • General management
  • Financial institutions
  • Government Institutions
  • Auditing.

Feedback from a graduate

Master of Accounting graduate - Natt Benjatidmongkol

Natt Benjatidmongkol

"I was impressed with the small classes that encouraged me to participate and enjoyed learning. I have gained not only the principle knowledge but also general skills for my future career."

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The Macquarie Experience

  • Macquarie University has its very own train station. So no matter where you are in the greater Sydney area, it's only a short train ride away to undertake postgrad courses at Macquarie.
  • Modern campus - You'll have access to a range of new facilities, including the new state-of-the-art Library and a brand-new Sport and Aquatic Centre.
  • Business internships - Gain valuable on-the-job experience with business internships that can count towards your degree.