Ramp up your career with a recognised accounting degree

Make the move into accounting or get the certification you need to take the next step in your accountancy career.

Learn to manage complex accounting and business issues, and gain the confidence to provide specialist expertise.

You’ll build an understanding of professional practice, ethics and procedures, and insight into the business landscape in New Zealand and internationally.

Become a chartered accountant—faster

Victoria University of Wellington is the only university in New Zealand with a unique Chartered Accountants (CA) Master’s pathway. This allows you to complete the CA Program requirements of Chartered Accountants ANZ as part of your MPA—with no extra tuition fees, study, or certification.

With the CA Master’s pathway, you’ll become a Provisional Member of Chartered Accountants ANZ during your final year of study. You’re then eligible to apply for full Chartered Accountants ANZ membership after you have successfully completed three years of approved employment in New Zealand, Australia, or any other recognised global location.

You’ll get a head start in your accounting career, and the opportunity to become a chartered accountant, sooner.

Fast-track or fit in with work

The MPA helps you fast-track your certification and is a globally-recognised qualification you can complete in 16 to 19 months of full-time study—depending on the pathway you choose.

You don’t need to have an accounting qualification or a background in the field to study. This makes the MPA ideal for both recent graduates and working professionals who want to add accountancy to their skillset.

Study full time or part time while you work, with flexible delivery that includes evening courses, and weekend block courses for the CA Master’s pathway.

A Bachelor's degree with at least a B average