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Master of Professional Accounting

Masters.
CQ University Australia

350

in world overall ranking*

20

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This Master of Professional Accounting prepares you to qualify as a professional accountant, with a strong focus on how technology and data are reshaping the profession. You’ll build advanced knowledge in contemporary accounting practice and learn how digital tools such as cloud platforms, artificial intelligence and automation support real-time reporting and fraud risk assessment for organisations. It is a master coursework qualification in accounting. The programme strengthens financial analysis, governance, audit, and investment decision-making for professional finance careers.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across accounting and financial management, supporting organisations with reporting, analysis and compliance in a digitally enabled environment. Career pathways may include financial accounting, management accounting, taxation, auditing and advisory work, with opportunities in banking, administration and consulting. This master coursework degree supports entry into professional accounting careers across diverse industries. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit, financial analysis, and corporate finance leadership roles.


Living Costs in Brisbane**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 23
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,467 - 1,940
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,073 - 1,419
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 8
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$35,040 per year

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A$32,700 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

2 years

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March, July, November

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Online
Brisbane
Melbourne
Sydney

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CC57

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconINTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP - REGIONAL

25% of tuition fees

tick iconINTERNATIONAL STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

25% of tuition fees

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