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Masters in Accounting (MAcc, MPA, & MSA)
This brief article provides you a brief overview of Masters in Accounting degree, top programs, entry requirements, & career opportunities. As there is less content is available on this study discipline, we wish subject experts to provide more information by commenting in this thread. If you are a prospective MAcc applicant, do tell us what are your top program choices to apply for MAcc.
What is Masters in Accounting & Who is it for?
Master’s in accounting programs offer advanced coursework in accounting theory and practice. It has 3 main types: Master of Accounting (MAcc), Master of Professional Accounting (MPA or MPAcc), and Master of Science in Accounting (MSA). Typical duration of a Masters in Accounting program usually is 12-18 months & students are expected to complete 30 to 36 credits in order to qualify for their degree. Most accounting master’s programs fulfill the education requirements for certified public accountant (CPA) credentials.Who can apply?
Application requirements vary by program. Some programs require a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance-related undergraduate degree but many programs accept candidates from other academic backgrounds. Students without prior accounting coursework need to take foundational courses in accounting to fulfill the requirement.Potential Career Paths:
Forensic Accountant, Auditor, Public Accountant, Management Accountant, Financial AccountantMS in Accounting vs MBA in Accounting
Comparison by accounting.com
Top Masters in Accounting Programs
Top 10 MS in Accounting Programs in UK & Europe (according to postgrad.com):
- London School of Economics
- University of Manchester
- Warwick
- Bocconi University
- Imperial College
- University of Edinburgh
- Cardiff University
- City University of London
- Erasmus (Rotterdam)
- Lancaster University
Top 10 MS in Accounting Programs in US (according to uworld.com):
- University of Pennsylvania: Master of Business Administration in Accountancy (MBA)
- University of Notre Dame: Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA)
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill: Master of Accounting (MAcc)
- Northwestern University: Master of Business Administration in Accounting Information and Management (MBA)
- Vanderbilt University: Master of Accountancy (MAcc)
- University of Florida: Master of Accountancy (MAcc)
- University of Virginia: Master of Science in Accounting (MAcc)
- The University of Texas: Master of Professional Accounting (MPA)
- University of Michigan – Ann Arbor: Master of Accounting (MAcc)
- Washington University in St Louis: Master of Accounting (MAcc)
US News: Best Accounting MBA Programs
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Will we have one for MS in Business Analytics as well? 🤔
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Hello. I'm currently in the UNC Online MAC program. I also considered online master of accounting options at Syracuse, Illinois, and CSU Sacramento. Like most programs, UNC MAC has it's pros and cons. Feel free to PM me if I can help answer questions. I'll post links to these programs once my new user account permissions allow.
