Master of Science in Accounting
Richardson, USA
DURATION
12 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
USD 18,276 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
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Introduction
The Master of Science in Accounting degree program provides a tailored educational experience that encourages:
- A globally oriented, interdisciplinary focus.
- A balanced conceptual and pragmatic approach.
- Development of written and oral communication skills.
- Refinement of research and analytical skills that results in enhanced decision-making abilities.
- A commitment to lifelong learning.
The program prepares leaders to develop the professional skills identified by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants deemed essential for providing the core accounting services across various fields, including corporate accounting, assurance services, taxation, internal audit, government/nonprofit, and ERP/SAP systems. Upon completion of the program, students may be eligible to sit for the Uniform CPA Exam, provided they meet the requirements of each state’s board of public accountancy.
Admissions
Curriculum
Program Options
MS Accounting Flex allows students the flexibility to complete the program at their own pace and tailor their degree according to their career goals by selecting electives from various fields. Courses are offered in the daytime, evenings, and online. Admission to the program occurs in fall, spring, and summer semesters. MS Accounting Cohort is a two-year program in which students take all courses together as a cohort. Admission to the program occurs only in the fall semester.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Science in Accounting is a minimum 36 semester credit hours degree program that prepares students for a variety of accounting careers by providing the students comprehensive training in accounting to develop future leaders in professional and corporate accounting. The Jindal School offers two options for students.
(1). The Flex Program allows students the flexibility to complete the program at their own pace and tailor their degree in preparation for specific career goals by choosing one of the six tracks.
- Advanced Professional Accounting Track
- Professional Accounting Track
- Taxation Track
- Internal Audit and Risk Assurance Track
- Accounting Analytics Track
- Research Track
Tracks 1, 2, and 3 provide the opportunity for the students to take the CPA exam, subject to the requirements of each state's board of public accountancy. While tracks 1 and 2 are meant for students with an accounting and non-accounting background respectively, track 3 is meant for students with an interest in specializing in tax. Track 4 focuses on preparing the students for a career in internal audit and risk assurance. Track 5 prepares students for a career in corporate accounting and accounting analytics. Track 6 trains students interested in pursuing a Ph.D. program or a research career outside academia. All tracks offer the opportunity to select electives from various fields, including corporate accounting, assurance services, taxation services, internal audit, and governmental accounting. Students must complete both core and elective requirements of a chosen track. Admission to the program occurs in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
(2). The Cohort Program is a two-year program in which students take all courses together as a cohort. It is designed for students from various backgrounds to gain knowledge to pursue opportunities in public accounting. Special admissions requirements, tuition, fees, and waiver policy apply. Admission to the program occurs only in the Fall semester.
To apply for this degree program, an undergraduate degree is required (all majors are considered). Students must maintain a 3.0 grade-point average (GPA) in both cores (core and track related core) courses and in all graduate courses taken in the degree program, excluding program prerequisites to qualify for the MS degree.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the program seek positions in various fields such as: management accounting in public or private sectors, financial planner, financial analyst, and other careers in taxation and external/internal auditing services. Upon completion of the MS in Accounting degree program, students may sit for the Uniform CPA Examination, provided they meet the requirements.
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