The primary objective of the Master of Science in Accountancy program is to provide candidates preparing for professional careers in accounting a greater breadth and depth in accounting education than is possible in a baccalaureate or Master of Business Administration program.
The degree builds upon the broad framework of the undergraduate degree in accounting. Graduate accounting courses emphasize study of current accounting literature, critical thinking, case studies, accounting theory, and written and oral communication. Class sizes are designed to be small to encourage interaction between the professor and each student.
The Master of Science in Accountancy provides a broad base in accounting theory, current accounting research, and management information systems. Beyond this base the student is allowed to tailor course work in accounting and business to meet his/her educational and professional goals. Under the guidance of the program director, the student may develop a program to prepare for an accounting career in public accounting, industry, or government.
