Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting)
Why study the Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting) at UNE?
The Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting) meets the educational requirements leading to full membership of the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) formerly known as the NIA).
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On completion of this course students may be eligible for full membership of the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
Up to 12 Trimesters Part-timeFEES
Full FeeInternational
2012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 3, Off Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
All students apply direct to Graduate School of Business
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| Official Abbreviation | MCom(ProfAcc) | ||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee / International | ||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 48 | ||||||||||||
| Benefits | The distance education model run by the Graduate School of Business encourages students to apply learning immediately. |
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| How to apply |
All students apply direct to Graduate School of Business For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Optional weekend schools are available for some units undertaken by off campus students. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate must have: (a) completed a three year degree or its equivalent in a relevant discipline; or (b) completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting at this or another University. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of current financial membership of the Institute of Public Accountants. |
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| Additional Requirements | * Certified academic transcripts (and evidence of change of name, if applicable) *Copy of a current Paid IPA Tax Invoice as proof of membership renewal * Certified evidence of Identification eg birth certificate or evidence of Australian citizenship/permanent residency from passport * Evidence of English proficiency if previous studies were not in English 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 | Advanced standing is available for other postgraduate study that has a reasonable correspondence with units prescribed for this degree. The maximum advanced standing that can be granted for units that have been successfully completed towards a postgraduate qualification at this or another university or institution is 50% of a program. |
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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 | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate must have:
(a) completed a three year degree or its equivalent in a relevant discipline; or
(b) completed the requirements for the Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting at this or another University.
In addition, applicants must provide current financial evidence of membership of the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA).
Period of Candidature
The maximum period of candidature shall be up to 12 trimesters as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 48 credit points.
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 |
| Listed Units | 24 cps |
| Total | 48 cps |
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Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements shall be awarded the Master of Commerce (Professional Accounting).
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.