Prerequisites
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).
Selection criteria
Applicants with other relevant tertiary qualifications and/or substantial relevant professional of managerial experience will also be considered for entry.
The duration of the course may be reduced to one-year equivalent full time (8 subjects) with appropriate credit exemptions.
Admission is based on:
Business operations are being transformed in the digital era, leading to high demand for accountants who can blend technical expertise with a global perspective and data analytics skills.
Want to become an accounting expert with career options beyond the traditional roles of accounting? La Trobe's Master of Extended Professional Accounting offers you the flexibility to extend your study into a range of specialist business areas.
In this accredited degree, you'll build the skills and knowledge to create, analyse and interpret the accounting information that's essential in all businesses and public enterprises. Be ready to help evaluate business models, advise on strategy and decision-making, audit accounts and manage tax issues.
Beyond studying the core subjects of professional accounting, you will take your studies even further with in-demand specialisations including global accounting – ACCA studies, data analytics, finance, and project management.
Gain a valuable blend of technical expertise and hands-on experience that'll broaden your career opportunities. What's more, you'll further hone the human skills that employers are looking for, like communication and personal development.
Prepare for career success with this degree – we've designed it with industry input to build the skills you need in the workplace. Hear guest lectures from industry experts and enjoy opportunities to connect with industry and professional accounting bodies.
You'll learn:
CRICOS code: 106759E
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To qualify for the award of Master of Extended Professional Accounting, students must complete a total of 240 credit points across 2 years.
Year 1:
Year 1 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Study options
Core subjects
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
Capstone subjects
Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course.
Year 2:
Year 2 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Study options
Core subjects
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
Capstone subjects
Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course.
Accountants and accountancy expertise are vital for organisations in every industry – so after graduation, you could find roles in private enterprise, government departments, the not-for-profit sector and beyond.
Possible roles include:
530 AUD/year
