Major overview
This course will give you the technical and analytical skills for professional tax advisory, auditing, financial management, compliance and policy roles.
The program is designed to meet requirements for professional accounting bodies – including CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), and the Tax Practitioners Board. You'll gain advanced knowledge in Australian and international taxation law, compliance and advisory practice that is relevant to accounting and taxation roles across private and public sectors.
This major is part of the Master of Professional Accounting. You can apply for this major in the second year of your studies.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information on units and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Career outcomes
Career examples
- Certified practising accountant
- Corporate tax advisor
- Taxation policy officer/consultant
- Tax specialist/consultant
- Tax agent
- Senior accountant
- Chief financial officer
Industries
- Business and commerce
- Finance and investment
- Government
- Law
- Resources and energy
How to apply
This major is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this honours degree either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
Choose your degree
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