Accounting is often referred to as the language of business. Understanding this language means accountants hold the privileged position of being key contributors to a business' success. Armed with such skills, accountants can apply their knowledge in a number of dynamic industries. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills that professional accountants need in order to succeed in an increasingly dynamic and global accounting environment, and will help you meet the requirements for professional accreditation in accounting. It is distinguished from the Master of Accounting by four advanced units in areas such as management, strategy, leadership, entrepreneurship, project management, economics and finance, as well as the opportunity to complete an internship. Overview This specialisation enables you to obtain a university qualification and receive extensive academic support while you prepare for the CPA external examinations. Such support is a major factor in our graduates consistently receiving higher grades in the CPA program than non-Macquarie graduates, as is the fact we are registered with CPA Australia as a CPA Program tuition provider. As well as developing robust technical skills, you will have opportunities to enhance your communicative competence and presentation skills, and to participate in career-related workshops. KEY FEATURES Subject matter included in this specialisation is equivalent to the content offered in the CPA program. Many of your teachers have first-hand experience with the CPA Program: a number of the teaching staff also act as consultants to Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and CPA Australia. You'll have opportunities to engage with the business community many of whom contribute to the course's learning materials. You'll have opportunities to develop your research skills while undertaking a research project as well as a capstone unit. This course is available at both our Macquarie Park and city campuses during the day or evening, online, or through a combination of both, which means you can continue to work full-time while studying. If you hold a bachelor degree in any field (other than a bachelor with an accounting major), you'll find this course ideal if you wish to earn a widely recognised and reputable postgraduate qualification in accounting. ACCREDITATION The CPA Program specialisation provides a path for university graduates in any discipline to acquire accounting qualifications that are fully recognised by CPA Australia and the Australia and New Zealand Chartered Accountants (CAANZ). All units are accredited by CPA Australia and the Australia and New Zealand Chartered Accountants as meeting the educational entry requirements for their professional programs. Career Opportunities PROFESSIONS There are a diverse range of areas that fall under the accounting banner including: Accounting Taxation Consulting Banking & Finance Government Stockbroking Risk Management Auditing Business Analytics Forensic Accounting Superannuation Insurance EMPLOYERS Potential employers include: Accounting and Consulting Firms Financial Institutions Government Departments Superannuation and Insurance Firms