Study accounting at ACAP
At ACAP, we believe in the power of hands-on experience and equipping our students with the practical, real-world skills needed to truly excel in the workplace upon graduation. Our Master of Professional Accounting equips you with the technical capabilities required for career success, plus real-world, people and niche skills to set you apart from your competition.
In addition to the core learning, choose one of the following elective streams:
- Business management and administration
- Small to medium business management
Be empowered with the specialised skills and knowledge to hit the ground running in the workplace and truly excel in the dynamic field of accounting.
Dr Harun Harun
ACAP’s professionally accredited Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge to forge a successful career in the accounting profession. Students will develop their professional skills across a range of core areas including but not limited to management accounting, financial reporting, economics, data analysis and company law. Students will apply their critical and innovative thinking to solve real-world problems ethically and with a keen awareness of corporate governance and social responsibility.
Students will undertake 12 units aligned to the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and CPA Australia (CPA) competency areas and complete 4 units of an elective stream in either small to medium business management (SMB) or business management and administration (BMA). The MPA program fulfils the requirements of the major professional bodies CPA and the CAANZ. An accredited MPA from ACAP is recognition that your course meets the highest professional standards in accounting.
In addition, a work integrated learning unit forms the culmination of learning in this course, and students will have an opportunity to further their knowledge in a hands-on environment through a work placement or an industry-focused project.
ACCOUNTING COURSES AT ACAP
Why study at ACAP?
We'll support you with funding options
Your fees may vary depending on your enrolment. Whether you're a self-funded domestic student, using a FEE-HELP loan or an international student, we have options to meet your needs.
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Pay Upfront: Pay your tuition fees up front by direct debit or credit card every trimester.
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FEE-HELP: A Commonwealth Government loan to help pay for all or part of your higher education course fees.
We'll help you succeed
Our deep understanding of human behaviour is reflected in the way you study with us. Smaller, interactive classes help you excel, while our supportive study environment ensures you feel comfortable contributing your thoughts and ideas. ACAP is where your passion for learning is mirrored by our passion for experiential teaching, and where we give you the encouragement and one-on-one support to help you thrive.
We’re outcomes-focused, meaning it’s not just about what you learn while you’re with us, but what you’re capable of when you graduate. Our practical approach provides hours of real-world interaction, insight, and professional connections. You'll graduate with practical skills, enhanced confidence, and contemporary expertise that is industry-recognised and highly sought after.
You can be yourself
At ACAP, we promote a college culture where every voice is heard and respected, where you have freedom from discrimination and harassment, and feel supported, valued and included.
We particularly welcome students:
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of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent
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with a disability, or ongoing medical or mental health condition
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from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
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of diverse genders and sexualities
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from low socio-economic backgrounds