Overview

Accounting and performance information is a key driver of business decision-making. Accounting professionals today need to be leaders in technology, data analysis and accounting systems to develop and communicate fundamental insights that add value to firms and organisations.

The skills that you will learn in the Management - Accounting program include applied software skills and the latest data analysis techniques to enable identification of the key drivers of business profitability.

The specialist skills that you will develop in the Management - Accounting program at University of Melbourne include:

Business technology to capture, store and visualise data
Preparation of financial and business reports using applied software
Financial statement analysis including the use of data analytics
Strategic cost consulting and management for industry
Reporting and analysis tools to effectively manage businesses

Assurance and risk assessment

Practical Skills

You will leave the degree with a number of essential skills, including the ability to:

Obtain, analyse, synthesise and evaluate evidence in management decision making in an area of commerce specialisation
Apply strategic and critical thinking in relation to business and commerce related issues and in developing solutions to problems in organisations and in society

Be an effective decision maker in business and commerce

Employment outcomes

Graduates have gone on to some successful and varied careers. These are just some examples:

Accountant
Assurance Experienced Associate
Finance Controller

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Financial Statement Analysis

Strategic Cost Management

Strategic Performance Management

Corporate Reporting

Financial Accounting Theory and Practice

Auditing and Assurance Services

Legal Issues for Business

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

200 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

CRICOS code: 064499E

In order to be considered for entry, you must have completed:

An undergraduate degree in ANY discipline, or equivalent; and
A personal statement outlining why you wish to be considered for the course

In ranking applications, the Selection Panel will consider:

Prior academic performance (a University of Melbourne equivalent 65+ weighted average mark will be considered);
The personal statement; and
An interview or any other evidence required by the Panel (if required).

The Selection Panel may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Admission and Selection into Course Policy

The minimum English language requirements for this course are Band 6.5

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Tuition Fees

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60992 AUD / year

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Citizens or residents

37984 AUD / year

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Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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