JCU's joint Master of Professional Accounting - Master of Business Administration (MPA-MBA) degree can be completed in two years. The degree is designed for students who intend to work as professional accountants and in senior management positions. Joint degrees are in high demand in Australia and overseas. MBA-MPA delivers comprehensive training in accounting and finance, and includes key management areas such as human resources (HR), marketing, legislation, taxation, and business information systems.

Completion of an AQF level 7 bachelor degree in a business discipline other than accounting from this or another University. Applicants of non-English speaking backgrounds must meet the English language proficiency requirements.