Master of Professional Accounting (Extended) in Hawthorn Australia | Swinburne University of Technology

The Master of Professional Accounting (Extended) represents our most advanced MPA offering. This industry-recognized program provides three specialization options: business analytics, finance, or the CPA Australia extension pathway.

Develop sector-transcending expertise and analytical capabilities that prepare you for leadership positions requiring strategic decision-making and data-driven recommendations.

Through Swinburne's extensive corporate partnerships, you'll engage in hands-on learning featuring industry practitioners, current case studies, practical assignments, and training on professional platforms like Xero accounting software.

Opt for the business analytics concentration to master high-demand skills including data visualization, predictive modeling, AI applications, and digital platform analytics.

Select the finance specialization to explore critical financial domains such as corporate treasury operations, investment markets, business valuation methodologies, and financial risk assessment.

The CPA Australia extension track is designed for candidates preparing for CPA certification, with curriculum components that directly support four core CPA exam subjects plus two elective areas (Australian Taxation Law and Advanced Audit Practices).