Master of Science in Accounting (MSA): 0970 [Program of Study]
The Master of Science in Accounting is a 30-hour program, delivered in a fully on-ground format, and is eligible for international students. For tuition and fee information, please visit the Office of the Bursar.
The Master of Science in Accounting is designed to prepare students to move into authority positions in manufacturing companies, governmental units, not-for-profit entities, public accounting firms, and other professional or service organizations. The unique combination of human skills, knowledge, and technology embedded in the curriculum will prepare graduates for these opportunities. Specifically, students should leave the program knowing how to anticipate and meet the changing needs of their customers; utilize and leverage technology in ways that add value to these customers; interpret and provide a broader context to financial and non-financial information; link data, knowledge, and insight together to provide quality advice for strategic decision-making; and give and exchange information within a meaningful context and with the appropriate delivery and interpersonal skills.
This degree is designed to provide an educational experience which will prepare students to successfully complete all portions of the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam, while earning an advanced degree. The Program will also qualify graduates to sit for the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exams. The MSA Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Degree Prerequisite Courses
You must have successfully completed the following courses with a grade of “C” or higher before you can start taking graduate-level courses:
ACCT 3203: Cost Accounting I
ACCT 3303: Intermediate Accounting I
ACCT 3383: Fed Income Tax Accounting
ACCT 3403: Intermediate Accounting II
ACCT 4503: Auditing
BSEC 2603: Business and Econ Stats
BUSLW 3213: The Legal Env of Business
ECON 2013: Principles of Microeconomics
FIN 3113: Financial Management
MIS 3433: Management Info Systems
MSA Specific Admission Requirements
- Undergraduate Cumulative GPA: 3.0
- Comprehensive Business Exam
Thesis
The MSA does not require a thesis.
Practicum/Internship
The MSA does not require a practicum/internship.
For additional information and current Programs of Study, please visit the Academic Catalog and Graduate Handbook.