Lincoln University is the only Registered Tuition Provider to offer the Certified Practising Accountant Australia Approved integrated course in Aotearoa-New Zealand. As well as nurturing your communication, negotiation and people management skills, you’ll learn to apply strategic thinking and business leadership to domestic and international business issues.
The Master of Professional Accounting (CPA) grows your knowledge and opportunities, as well as helping you achieve the CPA recognition held in high regard throughout the business world, among accounting firms, global consultancies and industry. Graduates of Lincoln’s Master of Professional Accounting are eligible for full CPA Australia membership after completing three years work experience.
How you’ll grow
Career opportunities
The combination of CPA designation and a Master’s degree from Lincoln will open up senior management opportunities at home and abroad, in accounting firms, consulting firms and industry.
Programme Structure
Lincoln’s Master of Professional Accounting (CPA) is a 180-credit taught Master’s degree, achieved by completing nine 20-credit courses over three semesters. Six of these courses include CPA Program® subjects.
Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry for a non-accounting background
Even if you don’t have an accounting background, you can still study for the Master of Professional Accounting (CPA). If you have a Bachelor’s degree with at least a B average, you can enrol in the Pathway Certificate for MPA Entry. This will prepare you for the Masters course, and expand your options into the world of professional accounting.
Distance learning requirements
Distance learning is available for time-tabled classes with the use of Zoom video conferencing.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
February 2026
Lincoln University
Ellesmere Junction Road / Springs Road,
LINCOLN,
Canterbury,
7647, New Zealand
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
July 2025
Lincoln University
Ellesmere Junction Road / Springs Road,
LINCOLN,
Canterbury,
7647, New Zealand
A relevant New Zealand level 7 bachelor’s degree or recognised equivalent with a B average or better in the 300 level and final year (full-time equivalent) courses
English Language Requirements
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Lincoln University has a 5-star rating for employability, and graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other NZ universities.
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