Learn from top-notch faculty and become an expert in the language of business. Grow to be a trusted financial partner that makes a positive impact.
Program at a glance
One year—Finish in eight months with 100% in-person classes
30 credits—10 classes dive deep into curriculum aligned with the future
Relevant—Coursework aligned with emerging topics in the profession
Customize your education to meet your career aspirations
No matter where you’d like your career to go, this program prepares you for any path. Meet your career goals on your ascent to leadership. Relevant material is woven into the courses to prepare you for every section of the CPA exam.
Develop an advanced foundation in accounting and analysis
Core Courses
MS in Accounting and Business Analysis core
Courses
Foundation in Accounting Analytics
Information Risk, Control & Forensics
Accounting & Analysis for Reporting Entities
Select one of two career pathways
Career Pathway
Accounting, Assurance, and Advisory (AAA)
For students interested in pursuing careers in public accounting firms’ audit, assurance, and advisory practices, and a variety of roles in corporate finance and accounting functions.
For students interested in pursuing careers in public accounting firms’ individual and corporate tax practices or opportunities in wealth management and financial planning.
Courses
Analysis of Taxation for Passthrough Entities
Tax Research, Procedure & Analysis
Analysis of International Taxation
Analysis of Taxes & Business Decisions
Deepen your knowledge through electives
Electives
AAA and tax
Broaden your expertise by taking a course from the alternate career pathway:
AAA track students can select any course from the tax pathway as an elective.
Tax track students can select any course from the AAA pathway as an elective.
Electives
Specialized topics
Customize your degree with coursework in:
Wealth management
Risk management
M&A deal advisory
Emerging technologies
Sustainability
Electives
CPA exam preparation
ACT 799: Research and Research-Accounting (3 credits)
While there is no formal instruction, this dedicated independent study option provides students with the critical time and structure needed to study for and sit for the CPA exam before beginning full-time employment.
“Curated coursework leads to highly skilled accounting professionals ready to succeed in the rapidly changing accounting profession and broader business environment.”