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Master of Professional Accounting
Mt Albert
INTAKE: Jul & Feb
Program Overview
The Master of Professional Accounting program at Unitec Institute of Technology is designed to equip students with advanced accounting skills and knowledge required for professional accounting roles in various industries.
Curriculum: The curriculum encompasses advanced accounting principles, financial reporting, taxation, auditing, and business law. Students gain expertise in accounting software, financial analysis, and managerial accounting practices.
Research Focus: The program emphasizes research methodologies relevant to accounting and encourages students to explore contemporary accounting issues, enhancing critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Industry Engagement: Students engage in practical learning experiences, including internships or industry projects, fostering connections with accounting firms or businesses. These opportunities enable students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world accounting scenarios.
Global Perspective: With a global outlook, the program delves into international accounting standards, cross-border taxation, and global financial reporting practices. It explores the impact of globalization on accounting practices in a diverse business environment.
Location
Mt Albert
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
NZD 32500
Postgraduate Entry Requirements
Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs usually need a bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. The entry requirement may specify a minimum score of 60% or higher in the previous academic degree.
English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS: Overall score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no band below 6.
- TOEFL: Overall score of 79 with no individual section below 21.
- PTE: Overall score of 58, with a minimum of 50 in each section.
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
Unitec Institute of Technology offers various scholarships to support the academic endeavors of international students. These scholarships aim to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and assist students in their educational pursuits.
Merit-Based Scholarships: Awarded to students with outstanding academic achievements, these scholarships often consider GPA, achievements, or academic potential.
Need-Based Scholarships: Aimed at assisting students with financial need, these scholarships provide support to those facing economic challenges.
Subject-Specific Scholarships: Offered to students excelling in specific fields or disciplines, encouraging excellence and innovation in those areas.
Diversity Scholarships: Intended to promote diversity and inclusivity, these scholarships encourage applications from students of diverse backgrounds, cultures, or regions.
Graduates from the Master of Professional Accounting program possess versatile skills that open doors to various career opportunities in the accounting and finance sectors.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA): The program provides a strong foundation for pursuing CPA certification, enabling graduates to become licensed accountants and work in public accounting firms.
Financial Analyst: Graduates can pursue roles as Financial Analysts, analyzing financial data, creating forecasts, and advising organizations on investment decisions.
Tax Consultant: Professionals may work as Tax Consultants, offering expertise in tax planning, compliance, and advising individuals or businesses on tax-related matters.
Auditor: Roles in auditing involve examining financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations and best practices within organizations.
Management Accountant: Professionals can become Management Accountants, supporting decision-making by providing financial insights and cost analysis to management teams.
Forensic Accountant: Graduates can specialize as Forensic Accountants, investigating financial irregularities and providing expertise in legal proceedings.
Financial Controller: Opportunities exist as Financial Controllers, overseeing an organization's financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance.
