Accounting, MBA | M.S.
Curriculum
This dual-degree program includes all the required core courses in the MBA and Master’s in Accounting programs while allowing for some overlap, which reduces your time to earn both degrees. You can complete the program at your own pace by enrolling full- or part-time. Begin in either January or August and take advantage of accelerated classes offered during breaks and in the summer. Full-time students typically earn both degrees in two-and-a-half to three years.
Requirements
20 course units
- 12 MBA course units
- 9 core courses
- 3 electives
- 8 MSA course units
- 6 core courses
- 2 electives
Dual degree students complete the MBA Accounting concentration. A second MBA concentration may be added with 2 additional units. Some courses overlap between programs and count toward both degrees.
Skills you will learn
- An understanding of the cultural, economic, environmental and political factors shaping management today
- The ability to develop innovative solutions to complex management challenges
- Insight into how to solve real-world problems in a global context
- Competencies to help your organization tap into emerging markets
- Auditing and tax strategies
- Legal aspects of accounting
- Understanding of accounting information systems
- Cost-volume-profit analysis
- Collaboration and communication skills
