Course details

Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting
NZQF Level 8

About the course

Further your understanding of accounting from a strategic business perspective in as little as eight months with the Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting.

The Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accounting provides an entry point for students who don’t want to enrol in a full Master of Professional Accounting or who need added flexibility. All graduates from this postgraduate diploma are encouraged to continue into the Master of Professional Accounting. The programme is available as an exit qualification if required.

Entry requirements

Minimum entry requirements
Must have completed a bachelor’s degree (in any discipline)


English language requirements
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in each band

About the provider

AUT is a contemporary New Zealand university focused on providing exceptional student opportunities and learning experiences, and graduate success in a context stimulated by impactful research and industry connectivity.

More than 26,000 students are enrolled at AUT in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, studying at one of the three campuses. AUT has consistently been a leader in undergraduate and postgraduate enrolment growth of both New Zealand and international students across a wide range of professional disciplines, and as a result we are now the second largest university in New Zealand.

AUT's teaching is innovative and student centred. AUT encourages students to collaborate, experiment and to experience working life beyond the classroom. In addition to teaching, the university has a strong focus on innovative research in areas such as biotechnology, artificial intelligence and nutrition.

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