MBA/Master of Accountancy

The MBA/MACC program prepares you for a wide range of professional careers in accounting or consulting. It is structured to provide an in-depth working knowledge of advanced accounting topics most relevant in today’s business environment. The program also aids significantly in preparation for the CPA exam.

Coursework

Courses include Advanced Financial Accounting; Advanced Auditing and Assurance; Professional Accounting Research; Information Security; Forensic Accounting; Controls Analysis and Non-Profit Accounting; Shareholder Value Creation; Performance Measurement and Advanced, Managerial Accounting; Taxes and Business Strategy; and Special Topics in Accounting and Taxation.

Students desiring an emphasis in information systems will be offered the following courses in lieu of Forensic Accounting and Special Topics in Accounting and Taxation: Business Process and Workflow Analysis, IT Service and Project Management.

The MBA/MACC dual degree program requires 72 credit hours for graduation.

Special Application and Program Notes

• You should specify your interest in pursuing the concurrent degree program during the initial application process.
• You should follow the admissions process for both programs when selecting the concurrent degree.
• Admission decisions for the program are made by the MBA Admissions office in conjunction with the School of Accountancy.
• Preference is given to individuals with an undergraduate degree in accountancy.
• Due to course scheduling and curriculum requirements, students selecting the concurrent degree typically take almost all elective courses in accountancy.  Selection of another specialization or area of emphasis is not suggested.