Queensland University of Technology

Master of Business (Professional Accounting)

  • Delivery: Face to Face
  • Study Level: Postgraduate
  • Duration: 24 months
  • Course Type: Master's

Develop a thorough understanding of key accounting areas such as financial reporting, management accounting, auditing, taxation and financial management.

Course overview

Accounting extends far beyond the stereotype of number crunching and is often called the 'language of business.' Accountants play a key role in delivering crucial financial and non-financial insights that inform the very core of all strategic decisions made by key stakeholders.

If you aspire to advance your career, take on higher-level positions, or start your own professional services firm, QUT's Master of Business (Professional Accounting) will help you realise this potential. This program is tailored for individuals with a strong interest in the field but no prior accounting education. Whether you want to pivot into an accounting career or elevate your current skill set, this program will equip you with the proficiency to master complex financial budgets and operate leading accounting information systems.

Moreover, this degree meets the academic requirements for entry into professional programs offered by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and the Institute of Public Accountants.

Key facts

Delivery
Face to Face
Course Type
Master's
Duration
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Can be studied part time
24 months (Full time)
Price Per Unit
From $4,575
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The estimated per-unit fee is calculated using the annual average first-year fee. It is based on a full-time study load of 48 credit points (four units) per semester or 96 credit points (eight units) per year.
Campus
Gardens Point
Intake
February, 2026
July, 2026
Units
16
Fees
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FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.
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What you will study

The Master of Business is designed in three blocks of study (192 credit points):

  • Foundation studies (48 credit points)
  • Discipline studies (96 credit points)
  • Complementary studies (48 credit points)

Each unit is worth 12 credit points.

Core units

Complete the following units:

  • Cost and Management Accounting
  • Financial Accounting Processes
  • Business and Corporate Law
  • Managerial Finance
  • Corporate Accounting
  • Taxation Law and Practice
  • Accounting Information Systems and Analytics
  • Economics and Data Analysis
  • Audit and Assurance Services
  • Advanced Financial Accounting
  • Ethics and Professional Relationships
  • Integrated Issues in Professional Practice

Electives

Students must complete four complementary studies units.

Entry requirements

Two-year program

You must have a recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale).

1.5-year program

You must have one of the following:

  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in business or a related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale).
  • A recognised bachelor's degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7-point scale), followed by at least seven years of full-time (or equivalent) work experience in business or a related discipline.

Recognition of Prior Learning

If you have completed the Graduate Certificate in Business (Professional Accounting) within the last seven years, you will receive credit for 48 credit points.

Advanced standing may also be available to students who have studied a related postgraduate program with another institution within the last five years.

Outcomes

Career outcomes

Upon completing this course, you'll be eligible to enter professional programs offered by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and the Institute of Public Accountants.

Possible career opportunities for graduates include:

  • Accountant
  • Chartered Accountant
  • Chartered Tax Advisor
  • Chief Financial Officer
  • Management Accountant
  • Nonprofit Accountant
  • Senior Budget Analyst
  • Tax Accountant

Fees and FEE-HELP

Estimated first-year tuition fee in 2026: $36,600 (domestic full-fee paying place).

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 96 credit points (normally eight units) per year.

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

  • The number of units studied per term.
  • The choice of major or specialisation.
  • Choice of units.
  • Credit from previous study or work experience.
  • Eligibility for government-funded loans.

You may also need to pay the student services and amenities fee.

Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.

FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.