About the course

This internationally recognised masters degree will prepare you to launch a professional career in accounting after just 12 months of accelerated full-time study at New Zealand's #1 ranked business school. You can also choose to study part-time for a further 9 months and take your CA Professional Exams. Start your journey towards becoming a Chartered Accountant today. Waikato's Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcct) is tailor-made for university graduates who have never studied accounting before, but already have a bachelor's degree in another area.

　　This internationally recognised qualification will set you up for a professional career in accounting and as a future business leader. It is globally accredited by professional bodies and respected by top employers.

　　Depending on your career goals, students can choose either the 180-point MPAcct programme (12 months) or the 240-point MPAcct with a Chartered Accountancy (CA) endorsement (21-23 months). See below for more details.

　　The course has two intakes each year, so you can start in either January or November.

　　During your studies, you will develop advanced knowledge and skills in all the core areas of accounting, business, law, economics and finance, and be able to apply them to practical accounting situations.

　　Please note this is an accelerated course with an intensive workload. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: NZ$52,530

Intake	Location
Summer (January), 2021	Hamilton
January, 2024	Hamilton
Trimester 3 (November), 2024	Hamilton
Trimester 3 (November), 2025	Hamilton

　　

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