Master of Professional Accounting

About the course

The Master of Professional Accounting is designed for students seeking to advance in the accounting profession, with a strong focus on applied, practice-oriented accounting knowledge. It builds from fundamental principles in accounting and economics into specialist areas needed by accounting professionals. You will learn to prepare and interpret financial statements, understand taxation law and implications for business, and research contemporary accounting issues in a Master coursework accounting discipline.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across public practice, corporate and government settings where professional accounting expertise is required. Career paths include accountant, auditor, accounts payable officer, business analyst, financial analyst, forensic accountant, taxation accountant, and progression toward senior finance leadership such as chief financial officer. Outcomes align with Master coursework preparation for professional accounting and finance-related careers. Preparing graduates for accounting, audit, financial analysis, and corporate finance leadership roles.

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)