Accounting, MS

Master of Science in Accounting

Normal Time to Completion: 20 Months

Normal Time to Completion: (With CPA Track) 24 Months

(The Master of Science in Accounting CPA Track includes two 3 credit courses designed for CPA review)

The Master of Science in Accounting degree provides students with a practitioner-focused program that focuses on the advanced knowledge and skills in the field of accounting. Integral to each course is a theme of adherence to professional standards and ethics. This degree program is programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

The Master of Science in Accounting degree is not specifically designed to fulfill Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licensure requirements in an individual state; however, the program may be used to partially fulfill licensure requirements. Post University assists in researching and providing information regarding licensure; however, each state has different requirements for such licensure outside of the required education. Such state requirements may include licensure exams, background checks, certain work experience, and more. It is ultimately the responsibility of each student to manage their own licensure process and to ensure that all requirements are met in order for the student to obtain licensure. Post University does not speak on behalf of any licensing board or body and does not guarantee licensure. Requirements for licensure are subject to change without notice.

The table at the following link shows whether Post University, with completion of the appropriate curriculum, does or does not fulfill the educational requirements for a specific license:

Certified Public Accountant Disclosure by State: https://post.edu/docs/cpa-disclosure-by-state/

Master of Science in Accounting Program Outcomes

1. Students will critically analyze data driven accounting information and apply technology to support evidence-based accounting and auditing practices.
2. Students will apply a global perspective to the application of entrepreneurial leadership and accounting principles.
3. Students will promote the professional image of accountants by applying standards of practice within an ethical decision-making framework.
4. Students will demonstrate the skills associated with business process management in accordance with the Malcolm Baldrige Criteria and the accounting profession.
5. Students will demonstrate appropriate teambuilding and collaborative strategies when working with teams.
6. Students will use written, verbal, nonverbal and emerging technology effectively when communicating, presenting, and disseminating accounting research and financial analyses.
7. Students will apply leadership and innovation in strategic decision making for organizational planning and control.

The CPA Track within the Master of Science in Accounting with CPA Track is designed to assist students who want to become Certified Public Accountants and take the Uniform CPA Examination. The CPA Track includes an additional six credits in the form of six study labs that provide individualized study plans, preparing students for the Uniform CPA Examination. The labs are taken concurrently with courses in the MSA program.