New Zealand Taxation

Study options for New Zealand Taxation

For New Zealand-based members planning to pursue a career locally, you may choose to complete New Zealand taxation studies at Massey University or Lincoln University. 

These programs, provide high-quality education through CPA Australia's trusted partnerships and count towards the CPA Program, as an elective subject. 

• Massey University offers the subject in Semester 1 and Semester 2 of each year. 
• Lincoln University offers the subject in Semester 1 only. 

 

CPA Australia will need to provide you with a letter to support your enrolment.

Request a supporting letter

 

Contact us at [email protected] for more information.

What to expect

1. Request a letter from CPA Australia to support your enrolment
2. Apply and Enroll with University:
   1. Apply to your chosen university.
   2. Study and complete assessments with the university.
3. Submit Exam Results to CPA Australia:
   1. Once you receive your official statement of exam results, submit it to CPA Australia for recognition as an elective in the CPA Program.

How to apply for recognition

1. Wait for official exam results from Massey or Lincoln
2. Update your CPA Membership Application: 
   1. Navigate to the CPA website: Update your membership application
   2. Login and go to the Education section. 
   3. Add your unit of study and upload the official exam results as a supporting document. 
   4. Submit your application.
3. Once approved, you’ll receive an elective exemption, which you can check by logging into My CPA Program.