The 30 credit-hour Master of Science in Accounting program at McIntire hails a national reputation and was one of the first to meet the CPA requirement. Students can prepare for careers in public accounting, corporate accounting, or government. Additionally, it offers those who are interested in teaching accounting excellent preparation for doctoral study. This program seeks to develop in each student, a strong sense of professionalism and a full understanding of the challenging and dynamic environmental factors that are shaping the profession and contributing to the importance of the accountant in the organization.
Students entering the program possess a firm grasp of business principles and concepts.
Core courses expand the depth and breadth of candidates' basic accounting and general business knowledge through advanced work in managerial and financial accounting theories, quantitative methods, and organizational behavior. Electives afford students the flexibility to meet their individual needs. Requirements Top Admission to the graduate accounting program is highly competitive. There is no foreign language requirement. The accounting program is fully accredited under the Standards of Accreditation of Accountancy Programs approved by the American Assembly of Collegiate Schools of Business.