Master of Accounting and Finance

Postgraduate

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Mode
On campus
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Duration
2 year(s) full-time
Program code icon
Program code
MAACF
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Study as
Full-time
Fees
Indicative annual fees
$52,200
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Prerequisite
None
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Assumed knowledge
Knowledge of mathematics is a good background for many courses in this program.
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English language requirements
IELTS Overall 6.5 IELTS Reading 6 IELTS Listening 6 IELTS Speaking 6 IELTS Writing 6 Equivalent English qualifications
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CRICOS code
115895M

Entry requirements

Admission criteria

To be eligible, an applicant must have achieved at least one of the following minimum entry requirements and demonstrate they fulfil any essential criteria for admission. In cases where there are more eligible applicants than available places, admission will be competitive with ranks based on the entry criteria.

  • A completed bachelor (AQF level 7) or bachelor honours (AQF level 8) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
  • A completed nested or related graduate certificate (AQF level 8) or higher or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.

This degree requires a Grade Point Average (GPA) equivalent to an Adelaide University 4.5 on a 7-point scale for entry.

English language entry requirements

In addition, international students who speak English as an additional language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at Adelaide University. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English.

  • IELTS Overall 6.5
  • IELTS Reading 6
  • IELTS Listening 6
  • IELTS Speaking 6
  • IELTS Writing 6

Please access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by Adelaide University and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements:

Equivalent English qualifications

Degree Structure: Master of Accounting and Finance

Program code: MAACF

Complete 96 units comprising:

  • 84 units for all Core courses, and
  • 12 units for Electives

Study plan

A study plan sets out the courses you will need to complete and the recommended timing for each one. This will help to guide your enrolment in each study period, alongside any additional information provided below. If you have received a personalised plan or alternative advice from your Program Director, please refer to that guidance in the first instance, or seek help from your Program Director or Student Assist if you are unsure.

Enrolment information

Find details about the rules and notes that apply to your program, along with other essential information required for successful enrolment. Supplementary supporting resources may also be provided where applicable.

Courses

Listed here are all the courses that contribute to your program, including elective options that can be chosen. These courses come together to form your study plan. Courses fall into different categories, each of which have specific unit values that need to be met under the program rules.

What courses you'll study

Complete 96 units comprising:

  • 84 units for all Core courses, and
  • 12 units for Electives

Complete 84 units for ALL of the following:

Course name Course code Units
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Course name
Accounting Concepts and Methods
Course code
ACCT5001
Units
6
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Management Accounting Concepts and Techniques
Course code
ACCT5003
Units
6
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Course name
Accounting Information Production and Analytics
Course code
ACCT5005
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Financial Accounting
Course code
ACCT6003
Units
6
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Course name
Principles of Finance
Course code
BAFI5000
Units
6
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Course name
Intermediate Financial Reporting
Course code
BAFI5001
Units
6
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Course name
Fixed Income Securities
Course code
BAFI5003
Units
6
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Course name
Equity Valuation and Analysis
Course code
BAFI5004
Units
6
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Course name
Business Statistics
Course code
BAFI5015
Units
6
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Course name
Ethical Principles in Finance and Accounting
Course code
BAFI5016
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Investment Management
Course code
BAFI6010
Units
6
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Course name
Derivatives
Course code
BAFI6016
Units
6
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Course name
Commercial and Business Law
Course code
BUSI5097
Units
6
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Course name
Economic Principles
Course code
ECON5001
Units
6

Electives description

A flexible course choice within your degree.

Complete 12 units comprising:

  • 12 units from Program electives

Course name Course code Units
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Course name
Auditing and Assurance Services
Course code
ACCT6001
Units
6
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Course name
Advanced Corporate Finance
Course code
BAFI6011
Units
6
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Course name
Financial Statement Analysis
Course code
BAFI6017
Units
6
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Course name
Taxation Law and Policy
Course code
BUSI6055
Units
6

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Mr Mahmud Masum

Program Director

College of Business and Law

School of Accounting and Finance

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