Master of Business (Accounting)

The Master of Business (Accounting) provides advanced-level studies for students from a recognised accountancy background.

Accountancy professionals are concerned with the provision, analysis and communication of information to assist resource allocation decisions and compliance.

Activities may include financial and operational analysis and projection, application and interpretation of accounting standards, and recording and summarising of transactions and other economic events.

QUT’s Master of Business has been redesigned to ensure it meets the new quality assurance standards set by the Australian Qualifications Framework for masters by coursework programs.

The learning outcomes of the course have been refreshed to provide you with a more engaging and real world learning experience.

Domestic Students

The Master of Business is designed in three blocks of study:

1. Foundation studies (48 credit points) 2. Discipline studies (96 credit points) 3. Complementary studies (48 credit points)

Students with an undergraduate Accounting degree may undertake 192 credit points of study commencing with Foundation studies.

Students who have completed an Accounting degree with a minimum GPA of 4 (on a 7 point scale) will undertake 144 credit points of study in their course.  The enrolment program students undertake will depend on their prior study:

• Australian/NZ UG Accounting degree: Students will commence their study in the Discipline studies block.
• International Qualification in Accounting: Students will commence their study in the Foundation studies block.

Students will be able to access course progression advice from the QUT Business School Student Service Centre.

International Students

The Master of Business is designed in three blocks of study:

1. Foundation studies (48 credit points) 2. Discipline studies (96 credit points) 3. Complementary studies (48 credit points)

Students with an undergraduate Accounting degree may undertake 192 credit points of study commencing with Foundation studies.

Students who have completed an Accounting degree with a minimum GPA of 4 (on a 7 point scale) will undertake 144 credit points of study in their course. The enrolment program students undertake will depend on their prior study:

• Australian/NZ UG Accounting degree: Students will commence their study in the Discipline studies block.
• International Qualification in Accounting: Students will commence their study in the Foundation studies block.

Students will be able to access course progression advice from the QUT Business School Student Service Centre.

February and July start

A completed recognised bachelor degree in accounting with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale).

November start

A completed recognised Australian or New Zealand bachelor degree in accounting with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 (on QUT's 7 point scale).

Careers and outcomes(DOM,INT)

This course builds on skills and knowledge developed in your undergraduate degree. It will prepare you for roles in the emerging areas of wealth management and financial forensics, business intelligence and investigation and business analysis. You will also be prepared for advanced leadership roles in commerce and industry, government organisations and public practice.

Professional recognition(DOM,INT)

Certain units may assist with preparation for the professional programs offered by CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand and the Institute of Public Accountants as part of their respective membership requirements, and for the Chartered Financial Analysts program.

Early exit(DOM,INT)

Students may exit from the Master of Business (BS11) at the following stages, once those particular course requirements have been met:

• Graduate Diploma of Business (BS79) (Study Area A)
• Graduate Certificate in Business (BS39) (Study Area A).

Possible careers

• Business Analyst
• Business Risk and Governance Consultant
• Certified Practicing Accountant
• Chartered Accountant
• Chief Financial Officer
• Corporate Secretary
• Financial Controller
• Financial Project Manager
• Forensic Accountant
• Funds Manager
• Property Development
• Stockbroker