Program Description

The Master of Accounting (MAcc) degree program is an accelerated, cohort-based graduate program designed to help undergraduate accounting (business) majors achieve their professional career goals and certification requirements in a dynamic learning environment. The MAcc is presented in a fast-paced, two semester format that integrates CPA Exam preparation into the curriculum. Students will take the CPA Exam during the MAcc program, and they will specialize in either Audit/Advisory or Tax. The MAcc delivers a strong core of graduate accounting seminars to every program participant, enhances technical expertise, develops advanced communication and critical thinking abilities, and promotes leadership skills. 

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: 

1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of core advanced financial accounting and reporting concepts, and specialized discipline knowledge. (Advanced Technical Knowledge)
2. Demonstrate the ability to apply, analyze, evaluate, and synthesize discipline specific knowledge (i.e. critical thinking skills). (Critical Thinking)
3. Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate discipline specific knowledge to stakeholders in a written, oral, and/or interpersonal format. (Communication Students)

This program is a part of the Michael J. Coles College of Business .

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

The following are program-specific criteria which are in addition to the general Graduate Admissions  requirements. To be considered for admission to the program, the following application materials must be submitted to the KSU Graduate Admissions Office. MAcc admissions are granted to candidates showing high promise of success in graduate accounting study.*  

• Letter of Interest 
• Resume 
• Academic background with an accounting concentration 
• Optional Letters of Reference (up to two) 
• Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)** 

** GMAT waivers are granted to high-achieving students.  Please see GMAT alternative in online application. 

Admission Criteria for Unique Cases

Due to the certification portion of our program, we do not accept unique cases because students must meet state requirements for certification testing. 

Transfer Credit

No transfer credits from outside institutions are permitted for this program.

Enrollment Criteria

This program does not have specific enrollment requirements. 

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policy 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION . 

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Program Course Requirements