Master of Professional Accounting

Le Cordon Bleu Australia

Gain a global accounting qualification with a competitive edge in hospitality and service industries through our Master of Professional Accounting (MPA). Fully accredited by CPA Australia and CAANZ, this two-year degree is designed to launch your career in accounting leadership roles across a wide range of industries, while giving you an exclusive advantage in the booming hospitality sector. Students receive rigorous, globally-recognised accounting training enhanced by our world-leading reputation in hospitality. You’ll master core accounting principles while applying them to real-world hospitality scenarios, building a unique skillset that sets you apart from traditional accounting graduates. You’ll gain expertise in interpreting hospitality-specific financial metrics such as Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR), Average Daily Rate (ADR) and food cost ratios - critical knowledge for organisations operating in hospitality and broader service industries.

Graduates of the MPA develop the ability to integrate advanced theoretical and technical accounting knowledge with innovative critical thinking. You’ll learn to exercise independent judgment in solving emerging and complex accounting problems, considering social, ethical, regulatory and global perspectives. Through the program, you’ll sharpen your skills in interpreting quantitative and qualitative data, communicating sophisticated accounting insights effectively across diverse audiences. You’ll also apply cutting-edge accounting systems and technologies to deliver exceptional, customer-focused solutions.

To further tailor your expertise, the MPA offers electives including Advanced Taxation Law and Practice, Business and Professional Ethics, Strategic Management, Business Continuity Management, Business Analysis and Research Methods for Decision Making. These options allow you to customise your learning to meet your career goals and expand your professional capabilities.