Monash University Handbook 2011 Postgraduate - Course

0503 - Master of Business (Accounting)

This course entry should be read in conjunction with information provided in the 'Faculty information' section of this Handbook by the Faculty of Business and Economics

Managing faculty	Business and Economics
Abbreviated title	MBus(Acc)
CRICOS code	064807J
Total credit points required	72
Standard duration of study (years)	1.5 years FT, 3 years PT
Study mode and location	On-campus (Caulfield)
Admission, fee and application details	http://www.monash.edu/study/coursefinder/course/0503
Contact details	Graduate Student Office Telephone: +61 3 9903 1400 Fax: +61 3 9903 1357 Email: buseco-postgrad@monash.edu
Course coordinator	Dr Stephen Smith

Description

This course is designed for graduates seeking advanced knowledge and skills in accounting. It aims to provide graduates with the skill set required to successfully operate as a specialist in the accounting profession.

Objectives

The Master of Business (Accounting) aims to produce graduates who will:

(a.) be critical and creative scholars who:

produce innovative solutions to problems
apply research skills to business challenges
communicate effectively and perceptively

(b.) be responsible and effective global citizens who:

engage in an internationalised world
exhibit cross cultural competence
demonstrate ethical values

(c.) have a comprehensive understanding of their discipline and be able to provide discipline based solutions relevant to the business, professional and public policy communities we serve

(d.) have advanced knowledge to masters level in accounting.

Credit for prior studies

Students may be eligible for credit to a maximum of 50 per cent of course requirements for previous graduate level studies. Credits or exemptions will not be granted for undergraduate qualifications.

Maximum credit allowed

36 credit points

Professional recognition

Details of educational requirements for professional recognition can be found at http://www.buseco.monash.edu.au/asg/cds/publications/pg-professional-recognition.html.

Structure

This course comprises five compulsory units and seven electives.

Requirements

Students must complete :

(a.) the following five units (30 points):

AFF5100 Advanced strategic management accounting
AFX5120 Assurance, governance and fraud
AFF5130 Financial statement analysis and business valuation
AFF5150 Financial reporting issues
AFX5330 Integrated systems for business enterprises

(b.) one of the following units (6 points):

GSB9001 Personal development - critical thinking and communication
GSB9002 Personal development - managing self and relationships

(c.) a further six graduate-level units (36 points) offered by any department in the Faculty of Business and Economics.

Alternative exit(s)

Students wishing to exit the Master of Business (Accounting) early may apply to graduate with one of the following, provided they have satisfied the requirements for that award:

Graduate Certificate in Business after successful completion of 24 points of study
Graduate Diploma in Business after successful completion of 48 points of study

Award(s)

Master of Business (Accounting)