Cox School of Business, Southern Methodist University

As an accounting professional, the bottom line among prospective employers and clients is your proven proficiency - in technical knowledge, critical thinking ability, and communication skills. Now you can enhance your credibility and expand your career options in the fields of accounting and finance by building on your undergraduate education while you prepare for CPA certification. The added value of an MSA from the Cox School of Business is the prestige of a graduate degree from one of the nation's leading universities. Southern Methodist University is highly regarded for its commitment to excellence in education. The Cox School is AACSB-accredited and fully embraces SMU's philosophy that learning is a lifelong process. The Cox MSA is a 32 credit hour program* that may be pursued full-time or part-time. Students pursuing the MSA degree on a full-time basis can expect to complete the degree in two semesters. Students pursuing the MSA degree on a part-time basis can expect to complete the degree in four semesters.MSA Curriculum OverviewThe curriculum of the Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) Program at Cox is designed to provide students with a more in-depth examination of critical accounting, tax, and financial issues. Students will take a total of 32 credit hours. Half of these hours are chosen as electives from the graduate offering of SMU Cox.Prerequisite RequirementsApplicants must demonstrate proficiencies in the following areas as demonstrated by satisfactory completion of the following courses, or course equivalents:Introduction to Accounting (I & II) 6 credit hours Intermediate Accounting (I &... [-]

The Cox MS in Entrepreneurship is a 16-month evening and weekend program designed to accommodate the schedules of working professionals. It is ideal for individuals who desire a solid foundation in entrepreneurial management, based on the disciplines of finance, accounting, operations, strategy, marketing, and management.   The program provides the business skills and insights needed to take a current business to a new level, launch a new company, or elevate the services provided to entrepreneurial clients.

The MS in Entrepreneurship is tailored towards the needs of the following prospective students:

The Cox Master of Science in Management (MSM) program is designed for high-potential employees who require basic business training to achieve their professional goals but for whom the traditional MBA is not the best fit. The program would be a good fit if you are:

The 10-month evening and weekend program accommodates the schedules of working professionals, enabling you to gain valuable business skills without leaving the workforce and immediately apply those skills to your job. Our core curriculum, outstanding business faculty, and unique services and resources make the Cox MSM the best value money can buy. In less than one year, you will gain a leg up on your peers and take significant strides toward achieving the position you've set your sights on.Points of DifferentiationIn the Cox MSM program, you will have the opportunity to learn from a renowned business faculty, polish your leadership and communication skills, develop a mentoring relationship with a seasoned executive, and establish professional contacts through our global alumni network.RENOWNED BUSINESS FACULTYThe Cox School has attracted a unique group of professors distinguished by their innovative research, passion for teaching,... [-]

Seminar for Senior Executives in the Oil and Gas Industry -- Developing Senior Managers in the New CenturyA two-week general management program uniquely tailored to the oil and gas industry and the needs of its top-level managers.Visa Alert: With today's tight security, obtaining a visa can be an extensive and lengthy process. If you will need a visa to enter the U.S., please register for this program as early as possible so you can allow ample time to have your visa request processed. Over the past quarter-century, many hundreds of senior industry managers from around the world have gathered together in this SMU course to share ideas and gain a broad-based business education relevant to today's ever-changing oil and gas environment. During the two weeks of this seminar, you will delve into areas of both theory and practice. You will tackle key strategic, financial, leadership, and operational issues in the oil and gas industry context. The program is an intensive, two-week course of study that begins late afternoon on Sunday and concludes at noon on the second Friday. Who Should AttendThe seminar is designed for executives in positions of substantial general management responsibility (or those about to move into such positions) who seek to improve their overall managerial effectiveness. It is also appropriate for those managers with significant managerial decision-making responsibilities in a specific industry segment or functional areas, such as exploration, production, transportation, refining, marketing, or finance. You will meet and share ideas with executives from around the world... [-]