Master of Professional Accounting (CPA Extension)

Why study this degree?

The Master of Professional Accounting (CPA Extension) program will prepare students to:

• understand and evaluate the conceptual basis of accounting
• understand, evaluate and apply the principles of current accounting practice
• demonstrate knowledge of the technical skills essential for the professional accountant in the global environment
• recognise and analyse the impact of the business environment on accounting theory and its application, including the regulatory requirements controlling the accounting process
• understand and be able to apply principles and analytical techniques from economics, commercial law, business communications and quantitative methods in the accounting context
• be effective communicators of financial information to clients, managers and business groups
• demonstrate knowledge in core subject areas required for Associate membership of CPA Australia
• sit the CPA Program professional level external examinations.

CPA Program

The CPA Program provides technical expertise and develops strategic thinking to train future business leaders. It focuses on domestic and global business issues, providing a truly global qualification.

The compulsory segments of the CPA Program professional level include Ethics and Governance, Strategic Management Accounting, Financial Reporting and the capstone segment, Global Strategy and Leadership. The elective segments of the CPA Program include Advanced Audit and Assurance, Contemporary Business Issues, Advanced Taxation and Financial Risk Management.

Note to students: In completing any subject identified as a "CPA subject" in the list of subjects offered by Charles Sturt University, you will not qualify as a CPA. To qualify as a CPA, you must meet ALL the requirements of the CPA Program as set by CPA Australia. Visit: www.cpaaustralia.com.au/cpaprogram

Workplace Learning

Subjects in the course often use case studies based on real world events. Through case study analysis, research and report writing, students learn to use accumulated knowledge and skills to solve problems in a manner typically experienced in professional and commercial practice. In addition, the course is explicitly designed as a practical learning platform enabling students to build workplace-ready capabilities.

Graduates of the Master of Professional Accounting (CPA Extension) can expect career opportunities that include:

• public practice accounting
• management accounting
• assurance services
• accounting systems analysis and design
• taxation
• financial planning
• business consulting
• corporate treasury
• funds management
• financial analysis
• financial risk management.