Master of Finance and Master of Professional Accounting
Program Overview
The Master of Finance equips students with technical skills for financial analysis and evaluation. It emphasizes recent developments in finance, ethical perspectives, and global perspectives. The Master of Professional Accounting prepares individuals for careers as chartered accountants, developing advanced professional skills in accounting and financial reporting. Both programs offer internships, professional accreditation, and connections with industry leaders in the Macquarie Park Innovation District.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of Finance is a comprehensive, flexible, and highly practical program designed to equip students with the technical skills needed to analyze, interpret, and evaluate financial information and market conditions. The program focuses on recent developments in banking and finance, emphasizing ethical, social, regulatory, economic, sustainability, and global perspectives. Students will engage in independent research and exercise professional judgment to solve complex banking and financial problems. The Master of Professional Accounting is designed to help students become qualified practicing or chartered accountants. It is ideal for those holding a bachelor's degree in accounting or who are eligible to enroll in the CPA, CA, or ACCA program. The program develops advanced professional skills in strategic management accounting, financial reporting and disclosure, global strategy and leadership, and ethics and governance.
Teaching:
- The program is taught by senior industry practitioners and expert academics.
- The curriculum is shaped by industry trends.
Careers:
- The program prepares students for careers in a range of sectors, including:
- Credit risk assessment
- Financial and investment advising
- Insurance
- Risk management
- Stockbroking
- Wealth management
Other:
- The program offers the opportunity to undertake internships with world-leading organizations in the Macquarie Park Innovation District.
- Students can attain recognized professional accreditation, such as membership in CPA Australia or CA (subject to meeting work experience requirements) and gain CIMA accreditation.
- The program is endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and students may be exempt from CIMA papers.
- The program offers a broad range of knowledge and skills, including forensic accounting, taxation, business systems, and non-core CPA and CA professional accounting units.
- Students can double their knowledge by pursuing two complementary or completely different degrees, potentially saving time and money.
- Students can personalize their double degree by choosing the combination that best aligns with their career aspirations.
- The program helps students upskill or reskill to take the next career step in their current industry or transition to a new field.
Macquarie University
Overview:
Macquarie University is a public research university located in Sydney, Australia. It is known for its strong focus on research and its commitment to providing students with industry-relevant skills. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines.
Services Offered:
Macquarie University provides a comprehensive range of services to its students, including:
Library:
Access to a vast collection of resources, including books, journals, databases, and online learning materials.Campus Security:
Ensuring the safety and security of students and staff on campus.Student Life and Support:
Offering various support services, such as academic advising, career counseling, and mental health resources.Sports, Fitness, and Clubs:
Providing opportunities for students to engage in sports, fitness activities, and extracurricular clubs.Cafes, Bars, and Restaurants:
Offering a variety of dining options on campus.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Macquarie University offers a vibrant and diverse campus experience. Students can expect:
Collaborative Campus Environment:
Opportunities to connect with peers, academics, and employers.World-Leading Facilities:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities that enhance the learning experience.Active Student Life:
A wide range of clubs, societies, and events to participate in.Key Reasons to Study There:
Industry-Responsive Degrees:
Programs designed to equip students with in-demand skills for the workforce.Strong Employability Outcomes:
Ranked highly in Australia for employment outcomes.World-Class Research:
Recognized for its research excellence, with several subjects ranked in the top 100 globally.Collaborative Campus Environment:
Fosters a supportive and engaging learning environment.Strong Industry Partnerships:
Over 300 industry partners on campus and within the innovation precinct.Academic Programs:
Macquarie University offers a wide range of academic programs across its faculties, including:
Faculty of Arts:
Education, History, Archaeology, Indigenous Studies, Law, Media, Communications, Creative Arts, Language, Literature, Philosophy, Security Studies, and Criminology.Macquarie Business School:
Accounting, Actuarial Studies, Business Analytics, Applied Finance, Economics, Management, and Marketing.Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences:
Various programs in medicine, health, and human sciences.Faculty of Science and Engineering:
Computing, Engineering, Mathematical and Physical Sciences, Natural Sciences, Applied BioSciences, and Australian Astronomical Optics.Other:
Entry Requirements:
- A-level: ABB
- GCSE: 5/6 A-C (or 4+) including English.
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may be required.
- BTEC: DDM. Excluding Art Foundation Diploma; please see Other Qualifications section.
- Cambridge Pre-U: M1, M1, M2
- International Baccalaureate: 34 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including a 4 in English.
- Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level): H2, H2, H2, H3, H3, H3
- Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers: BB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers OR B in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers OR AABBBB in Highers.
- Welsh Baccalaureate: Please note that we don’t currently accept the Welsh Baccalaureate.
- Other Qualifications:
- UAL Extended Diploma: Distinction in the UAL Extended Diploma (or High Merit where available).
- Art Foundation course: We welcome Art Foundation course students. In this case that would be BBB, plus EPQ grade A.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any component.
- For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.
