The accounting sector in Singapore is undergoing a major transformation to realise its aim of becoming a leading global accountancy hub for Asia Pacific. To achieve this vision, one of the major initiatives implemented is the creation of new pathways to facilitate entry of degree holders from non-accountancy disciplines.
Introduced in 2006, the SMU MPA has been providing this pathway to new exciting career opportunities in the accountancy sector, both in professional services and corporate accounting. The adequacy and relevancy of our curriculum content is evidenced by the accreditations and endorsed status received from the licensing authority and professional bodies listed below:
These recognitions offer an accelerated pathway for MPA graduates to satisfy the membership requirements of these global professional bodies, and to qualify for the CPA or CA status. Such recognition gives SMU MPA graduates international mobility and a strong competitive edge over other graduates.
The newly revised MPA curriculum provides candidates with strong business fundamentals, technical skills for various accounting functions and professional accounting services. The programme can be completed in one year on a full-time basis, or over two years on a part-time basis.
Leveraging the unique SMU pedagogy, faculty and state-of-the-art city campus, the SMU MPA's professional recognition equips you with the necessary and relevant skill sets for today's competitive global business world.
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31 January 2023, 31 March 2023, 31 May 2023
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Start date
21 August 2023
School of Accountancy
Singapore Management University,
60 Stamford Road,
178900, Singapore
The application criteria for the MPA programme are as follows:
Applicants must demonstrate good prior academic performance in an undergraduate degree from a recognised institution of higher learning.
Applicants must have sufficient background in Mathematics/Calculus.
Applicants have the option to take SMU Admissions Test (SMUAT) or GMAT or GRE as an admission test for application to the programme.
Applicants with relevant working experience will have an added advantage.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an online interview by members of the MPA Admissions Panel.
Applicants must show proficiency in the English language. A TOEFL or IELTS test is required if the applicant's undergraduate degree was not conducted in English.
Deadline: August 2023 intake - 31 January 2023 (Phase 1); 31 March 2023 (Phase 1); 31 May 2023 (Phase 1).
QS Stars Asian University Rankings awarded Singapore Management University 5-star ratings for overall excellence and employability.