Overview

The Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) is designed primarily for students from non-accounting backgrounds who want to develop an understanding of the technical and social dimensions in accounting and business.

It is a broad-based qualification that combines core accounting studies with authentic learning experiences delivered through industry-informed, work-integrated learning subjects and global study experiences.

Through this combination of accounting studies and electives designed to develop valuable professional and cross-cultural skills, the MPA is suited to current workers who have progressed into a role that requires accounting knowledge, as well as people contemplating a career in accounting for the first time.

Why study the accounting at RMIT?

Designed with industry

Designed in partnership with professional bodies, this degree provides you with the skills and knowledge needed by industry.

Broaden career choices

Obtain a flexible accounting and business qualification, enabling you to have a career across many industries and sectors.

Put theory into practice

Undertake work-integrated learning activities, integrating academic learning with practical workplace experiences.

What you will study

This accounting degree will also provide you with the capacity to address the international regulation of business and critically evaluate the impacts of decisions and practice through case studies and interactive and experiential learning activities.

Develop an understanding of:

• the technical and social dimensions of accounting and business
• professional and cross-cultural skills required in global work places
• the expectations facing accounting professionals through projects with industry and community based organisations
• the importance of management accounting to effective decision-making through a major team project