This course provides training in accounting primarily for those who do not have an accounting background. Successful completion of this course means that you will be eligible for professional accounting body associate membership. This is an 18 month (12 unit) full-time or 3 year part-time course of study offered by the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics. The course is available in both on campus and off campus modes. All units are subject to formal assessment including the completion of continuous assessment such as assignments, and a final examination. The course is full fee-paying, which means that you will be charged at the full fee-paying rate listed for each unit. Please note that if you are awarded advanced standing (credit) for any units in this degree, you should be aware that the accounting accrediting bodies will assess this advanced standing separately and that this advanced standing may not be approved. You should seek advice from the accrediting bodies on any units you wish to seek advanced standing for, as it may affect your membership eligibility if not approved. Course objectives The MPA is primarily designed for graduates with an undergraduate degree, from disciplines other than accounting, to develop skills to meet the entry requirements necessary for Associate Membership of the professional accounting bodies. You develop the skills to question and find solutions by applying your technical knowledge and ability to research authentic situations in the accounting context. You also learn to interact within diverse groups and communicate your findings to both accountants and non-accountants through the most appropriate method. Learning Outcomes The Course Learning Outcomes are: Research, critique and integrate advanced technical, specialist and theoretical knowledge with recent developments in commerce; Clear and concise oral and written communication skills to justify business advice and ideas in diverse collaborative contexts involving both accountants and non-accountants; Anticipate and solve complex problems and through this process demonstrate information literacy, judgement and the ability to apply theoretical and technical knowledge; Apply interpersonal and collaborative skills when making decisions, and working with people from diverse backgrounds; Seek and reflect on feedback to improve personal, professional and ethical conduct and initiate learning opportunities for self and others; Reflect on issues of social responsibility and sustainability in the business context.