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Master of Professional Accounting (Finance)

Masters.
Swinburne University of Technology

300

in world overall ranking*

32

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Professional Accounting (Finance) develops advanced accounting knowledge alongside finance-focused capability for decision-making in modern organisations. You’ll build skills in financial reporting, analysis and professional practice, with finance specialisation to support roles that require both accounting and financial insight. Designed for postgraduate study, the course supports progression toward professional work in accounting and finance. The programme strengthens financial analysis, governance, audit, and investment decision-making for professional finance careers.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue roles across accounting and finance functions in business, government and professional services. Typical opportunities include accountant, financial accountant, assistant controller, financial analyst, management accounting support and finance-related advisory roles. The finance specialisation can suit work involving budgeting, reporting, performance analysis and financial decision support in a range of industries at master’s level. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit, financial analysis, and corporate finance leadership roles.


Living Costs in Melbourne**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 15 - 20
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 1,583 - 2,094
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,207 - 1,596
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 7 - 9
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 240 - 318

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$48,420 per year

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2 years

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July

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Hawthorn

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