Accounting
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Master of Business Administration (MBA) — Accounting
The accounting specialisation is highly practice-oriented and will provide students with business administration and specialist accounting knowledge to equip them as future managers in finance and accounting, allowing them to play a critical role in the corporate world. Students will understand the role and importance of finance and accounting for business organisations, learn about the factors that influence financial decisions at the management level, which financing options are available in international capital markets, and how to implement large finance projects successfully.
Students will also familiarise themselves with international accounting standards and gain detailed knowledge of investment analysis and portfolio management, developing the skills to optimise corporate financial performance. The accounting specialisation was developed with input from an accounting specialist to ensure students would be eligible to apply for recognition by the relevant Australian professional accounting bodies.
MBA Single or Double Specialisation or Electives Option
Spanning two years of full-time study, the MBA aligns with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) at Level 9, ensuring compliance with national standards for postgraduate education. Core Business units (8) form the foundation for all students.
Students can undertake a single specialisation of eight units or two specialisations of four units each to benefit from topics in an alternative specialisation, or they may opt for a single four-unit specialisation and four selected electives, which allows them to undertake study in areas of their particular interest. Students can also choose a selection of elective units from any of the specialisations or elective units available in the MBA or elective units from units available from other MIHE master’s programs, with approval from the dean. Enabling students to tailor their learning experience to their career aspirations. All students must complete the MBA capstone unit. If students complete an eight-unit specialisation, it will be noted on their testamur.
Modes of Delivery
The method of delivering lectures, tutorials, and interactive exercises for the MBA program primarily involves face-to-face (F2F) interactions, complemented by online resources as necessary. Face-to-face delivery entails attending in-person classes or participating in virtual classrooms through the Learning Management System (LMS).
Virtual classes via Zoom will also be offered for domestic students, providing greater accessibility and flexibility to learners within Australia.
Entry Requirements
Domestic Applicants
- ✓Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent, either within Australia or abroad, provided that the instruction was conducted in English. Alternatively, applicants may refer to the criteria below.
- ✓Successful completion of an Australian qualification that is recognized as at least AQF Level 7. The minimum duration of study should be equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years or part-time equivalent.
- ✓Domestic candidates who have attained a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, yet lack a Bachelor’s degree, may be eligible for admission provided they can show substantial relevant professional experience.
International Applicants
For eligibility to enrol in the proposed course, prospective students must satisfy the minimum academic entry prerequisites. The minimum duration of study should be equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree that lasts a minimum of 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent. Additionally, applicants may be required to fulfil specific course prerequisites or attain a minimum overall grade score.
International students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language. The English Language Proficiency Scores are established for admission to this course, particularly for students who have not undergone their final two years of secondary education with English as the medium of instruction. See the Admissions Information for current English language requirements.
Core units
Taken by every MBA student, regardless of specialisation.
| Code | Unit name |
|---|---|
| MBA 801 | Managerial Economics |
| MBA 802 | Management Principles |
| MBA 803 | Accounting for Managers |
| MBA 804 | Finance for Managers |
| MBA 805 | Data and Business Analytics |
| MBA 806 | Business Law |
| MIT 801 | Information Technologies and Systems |
| MBA 807 | Ethics and Governance |
Accounting specialisation units
| Code | Unit name |
|---|---|
| MBA 920 | Accounting Information Systems |
| MBA 921 | Financial Accounting and Reporting |
| MBA 922 | Auditing and Assurance |
| MBA 923 | Management Accounting |
| MBA 924 | Strategic Management Accounting |
| MBA 925 | Taxation Law |
| MBA 926 | Corporate Finance |
| MBA 927 | Advanced Financial Accounting and Reporting |
| MBA 930 | MBA Capstone Unit |