Master of Professional Accounting (CPA)

Lincoln University is the only Registered Tuition Provider to offer the Certified Practising Accountant Australia Approved integrated course in Aotearoa-New Zealand. As well as nurturing your communication, negotiation and people management skills, you’ll learn to apply strategic thinking and business leadership to domestic and international business issues.
The Master of Professional Accounting (CPA) grows your knowledge and opportunities, as well as helping you achieve the CPA recognition held in high regard throughout the business world, among accounting firms, global consultancies and industry.
Graduates of Lincoln’s Master of Professional Accounting are eligible for full CPA Australia membership after completing three years work experience.
Career opportunities
The combination of CPA designation and a Master’s degree from Lincoln will open up senior management opportunities at home and abroad, in accounting firms, consulting firms and industry.

A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor's degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
CPA Australia Associate membership, visit cpaaustralia.com.au/apply for more information and submit a membership application
IELTS (Academic) - 6.5 overall, with no individual component less than 6.0
TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 80 (with at least 21 in Writing and 18 in Speaking)