MBA in Accounting

Prepare to launch and grow in a lucrative career by earning an accounting master of business administration degree. In this competitive program, you’ll learn essentials of financial reporting and analysis as well as the leadership skills to make strategic financial decisions.

A Master’s in Accounting for Working Professionals

Develop essential business leadership knowledge, with a special focus on financial accounting MBA topics. Our master’s in accounting program will prepare you for expert-level positions, like Certified Public Account (CPA), financial analyst or auditor. In the fully-online MBA Accounting program, you’ll graduate with real-world experience.

As an accounting MBA student, you will:

  • Analyze and evaluate business functions and processes.
  • Evaluate and formulate effective domestic and global business strategies.
  • Integrate ethics, corporate social responsibility and sustainability in decision-making.
  • Identify, evaluate, communicate and implement effective leadership of a diverse workforce.
  • Research, design and apply the innovation process from creativity to solution design and implementation.

 

Next Session

Spring II (Mar 3, 2025)

Estimated Tuition

Ways to Learn

Online

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Program Benefits that Benefit You.

A Better Balance for Work and School

Affordable, asynchronous classes that fit your work schedule, offered 100% online so you can learn while you earn.

Start Sooner, No GMAT or GRE Required

Designed for working professionals, benefit from rolling starts and flexible entry - no GMAT or GRE required for admission.

Prime Your Accounting Skills

Our program focuses on uncompromising ethical accounting standards and procedures to ensure proper business practices when facing real-world scenarios.

WSCUC

University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)

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    I struggled with catching up after being sick, however, thanks to the compassion and understanding faculty showed me, I was able to complete this session successfully and my graduation is still on track for the next year. Not only have I learned supply chain and operations, but also empathy and showing compassion to others.
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    MBA, Finance and Accounting
    I thought going into my MBA it would reinforce things I had already learned, but it also opened up new ways of thinking.
    Alice C.
    MBA
    My desire to go back to school was personal. Both my mom and dad graduated from high school, and I’m the first in my family to go on for my college education. I want to be a positive role model for my children. I can do all three – work, family and school; I didn’t have to choose.
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    Admission Requirements

    Applicants for this master's degree program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:

    • Completed application
    • 2.75 grade point average (GPA)
    • Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions where baccalaureate and/or post-baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted
    Transcripts

    Only credits from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted in transfer. Failure to report any previous academic work at another college or university may be considered a violation of academic integrity.

    Graduate Level Exams

    This Master’s degree program does not require applicants to take costly exams like the GRE/GMAT. Why? Because we value your professional and life experience. You should get credit for what you already know.

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    MBA Program Curriculum

    For students seeking our Master of Business Administration degree, be sure to explore all avenues to shorten the time necessary to earn your degree. These include transfer credits, credit for corporate training, credit for certificates earned, and credit for military schooling.
    • ACCU 602
       Financial Reporting & Analysis

      3

      BUSU 610
       Data Analysis for Decision Making

      3

      BUSU 620
       Economic Analysis for Managers

      3

      FINU 607
       Financial Management

      3

      MKTU 605
       Marketing Management

      3

          OLCU 614  Leadership and Team Development 3
          OLCU 653  Creating an Inclusive Climate: Advocacy Strategies for Leaders 3
      BUSU 640
       Business Strategy and Competitive Advantage Capstone

      3

      Core Requirements Subtotal

      24

    • Code Course Name Credits
      ACCU 620  Contemporary Issues in Accounting

      3

      ACCU 621  Accounting Ethics

      3

      ACCU 640  Strategic Cost Management

      3

      Select one course from Finance or Accounting

      3

      Total Credits

      12

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