Master of Professional Accounting (297JA.4)

About the course

This Master of Professional Accounting builds advanced accounting and business capability with a strong applied focus alongside key theory. You’ll develop knowledge across core areas of professional accounting to support evidence-based decision-making and practice. Study on campus at UC’s Canberra Business School and prepare for roles requiring contemporary technical and analytical accounting skills in a master’s-level accounting qualification. The programme strengthens financial analysis, governance, audit, and investment decision-making for professional finance careers.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue accounting and finance roles across the private sector, government and not-for-profits, applying professional accounting knowledge in planning, reporting and advisory contexts. Typical pathways include accountant roles in practice or industry, financial accounting and reporting, management accounting support, and related business analysis functions. The degree provides a master’s-level pathway into professional accounting careers in Australia and internationally. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit, financial analysis, and corporate finance leadership roles.

Living Costs in Canberra**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,584 - 2,095	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,253 - 1,657
Transportation (Daily) A$ 4 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 264 - 348

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)