Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting)
Why study the Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting) at UNE?
The Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting) forms part of the professional educational requirements for membership of the National Institute of Accountants (NIA). It represents stage 2 of the Program in which students who have attained Member of National Institute of Accountants (MNIA) status can progress to Professional National Accountant (PNA) status. It is an eight unit course comprising four core units and four electives.
Career Opportunities
On completion of this course students may be eligible for Professional National Accountant (PNA) status with the National Institute of Accountants
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
2 Trimesters Full-timeUp to 12 Trimesters Part-time
FEES
Full Fee2010 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All students apply directly to Graduate School of Business.
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| Official Abbreviation | MCom(ProfAcc) | ||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee | ||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | ||||||||||||
| How to apply |
All students apply directly to Graduate School of Business. For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | To be eligible for admission in the Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting), a candidate must have completed a three year degree or its equivalent in a relevant discipline or completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting at this or another University. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of membership of the National Institute of Accountants. |
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| Additional Requirements | Original documents or certified transcripts (and evidence of change of name, if applicable) Copy of NIA Membership Renewal Notice must accompany this form (original documents will be returned) Birth certificate or evidence of Australian citizenship/ permanent residency Evidence of English proficiency: Those applicants whose previous education was not in English must provide evidence of English Proficiency. UNE English Proficiency requirements are listed on the internet at http://www.une.edu.au/rmo/policies/acad/englishlangreq.pdf |
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| Advanced Standing | At the discretion of the Course Coordinator, up to 24 cp may be granted as advanced standing on the basis of units that have been successfully completed towards a postgraduate qualification at UNE or another university. |
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| Fast Track | The trimester system allows students to study over three teaching periods each year. |
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| Academic Colours |
peacock blue (BCC 120) |
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| Further Information | Contact the Graduate School of Business 02 6773 3542 or gsb@une.edu.au or www.gsb.une.edu.au |
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 48 credit points.
To be eligible for admission in the Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting), a candidate must have completed a three year degree or its equivalent in a relevant discipline or completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting at this or another University. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of membership of the National Institute of Accountants.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 24 cps |
| Elective Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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Period of Candidature
Candidates are required to complete their studies in not less than three trimesters and not more than eight trimesters.
In exceptional circumstances, the school may extend the period of candidature for a period or periods totalling not more than two trimesters.