The Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) program combines a solid foundation in accounting with courses that build professional skills. This professionally managed program can be completed in as little as two full-time semesters [summer/summer, summer/fall, fall/spring, or spring/summer].
The MSA program can also be completed with an analytics specialization which is designed for students who want to combine advanced accounting courses with additional courses in data analytics. This option can be completed in as few as two full-time semesters using a spring /summer plan.
The MSA program can be completed with a tax specialization which is designed for students who want to combine advanced accounting courses with courses in taxation. This program can be completed in as little as two full-time semesters [summer/fall or summer/summer].
The MSA program requires the completion of 30 credits which help to satisfy the 150-hour requirement for CPA licensure, while preparing graduates for successful careers in accounting.
THE LEARNING GOALS OF THE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING PROGRAM ARE:
GOAL 1
Analyze accounting situations.
- Recognize accounting issues in business situations.
- Identify relevant accounting issues and
- Compare merits of alternatives.
- Develop appropriate recommendations.
- Recognize current professional standards and/or practices and
- Form reasonable conclusions.
GOAL 2
Demonstrate effective communication skills for professional accountancy.
- Effectively write in an accounting context.
- Effectively speak in an accounting context.
GOAL 3
Research contemporary accounting topics
- Demonstrate an ability to locate relevant professional standards and practices for guidance.
- Identify appropriate keywords to search for current literature.
- Interpret and explain discipline-based research.
GOAL 4
Show effective leadership skills.
- Demonstrate project leadership skills.
- Apply effective governance principles for accountability.
Master of Science in Accounting Degree Requirements:
| Required Courses | ||
| ACG 515 | Preparing for MSA Success | 0 |
| ACG 602 | Advanced Assurance and Professional Oversight | 3 |
| ACG 603 | Corporate Governance in the 21st Century | 3 |
| ACG 607 | Accounting Project Design and Analysis | 3 |
| ACG 608 | Accounting Analytics | 3 |
| ACG 609 | Accounting Theory | 3 |
| ACG 620 | Analysis of Multinational Accounting | 3 |
| ACG 622 | Research, Communication and Analysis | 3 |
| ACG 623 | Analysis of Management Control Systems | 3 |
| ACG 624 | Analysis of Income Tax Accounting | 3 |
| ACG 625 | Analysis of Governmental Accounting | 3 |
The MSA program requires the completion of 30 credits which help to satisfy the 150-hour requirement for CPA licensure, while preparing graduates for successful careers in accounting.
Master of Science in Accounting with an Analytics Specialization Degree Requirements:
| Required Courses | ||
| ACG 515 | Preparing for MSA Success | 0 |
| ACG 608 | Accounting Analytics | 3 |
| AA 630 | Data Management for Analytics | 3 |
| AA 640 | Data Visualization and Text Mining | 3 |
| AA 645 | Data Mining and Predictive Analytics | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
Select 6 from the following courses: | ||
| ACG 602 | Advanced Assurance and Professional Oversight | 3 |
| ACG 603 | Corporate Governance in the 21st Century | 3 |
| ACG 607 | Accounting Project Design and Analysis | 3 |
| ACG 609 | Accounting Theory | 3 |
| ACG 620 | Analysis of Multinational Accounting | 3 |
| ACG 622 | Research, Communication and Analysis | 3 |
| ACG 623 | Analysis of Management Control Systems | 3 |
| ACG 624 | Analysis of Income Tax Accounting | 3 |
| ACG 625 | Analysis of Governmental Accounting | 3 |
The MSA program requires the completion of 30 credits which help to satisfy the 150-hour requirement for CPA licensure, while preparing graduates for successful careers in accounting.
Master of Science in Accounting with a Tax Specialization Degree Requirements:
| Required Courses: | ||
| ACG 515 | Preparing for MSA Success | 0 |
| TAX 600 | Individual Income Taxation | 3 |
| TAX 605 | Sales and Exchanges of Property | 3 |
| TAX 610 | Corporations and Shareholders | 3 |
| TAX 625 | Partnership Income Tax Problems | 3 |
| Students must select 6 courses from the following electives.: | ||
| ACG 602 | Advanced Assurance and Professional Oversight | 3 |
| ACG 603 | Corporate Governance in the 21st Century | 3 |
| ACG 607 | Accounting Project Design and Analysis | 3 |
| ACG 609 | Accounting Theory | 3 |
| ACG 620 | Analysis of Multinational Accounting | 3 |
| ACG 622 | Research, Communication and Analysis | 3 |
| ACG 623 | Analysis of Management Control Systems | 3 |
| ACG 624 | Analysis of Income Tax Accounting | 3 |
| ACG 625 | Analysis of Governmental Accounting | 3 |
The MSA program requires the completion of 30 credits which help to satisfy the 150-hour requirement for CPA licensure, while preparing graduates for successful careers in accounting.