MS in Accounting & Analytics
A Degree That Prepares Students to Be Well-Rounded Leaders
Attend full-time or part-time; fully online or hybrid.
The Master of Science in Accounting and Analytics (MSAA) is a STEM-designated full-time or part-time program suited for accounting professionals who seek to advance their accounting skills, as well as students with a background in business management and accounting. Students in this program would strengthen their accounting education and through the additional credits, achieve eligibility to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in New York State.
To qualify to take the Uniform Certified Public Accounting (CPA) examination, and to ultimately become a licensed CPA in New York State, students must have 150 total credit hours including 33 credits in accounting, and 36 credits in general business.
Qualified students will take a prescribed 30 credits, all taught by leading College of Business faculty. The MS in Accounting and Analytics can be completed in as little as 1 year attending full-time. Students may also choose to attend part-time taking advantage of a flexible schedule.
MS in Accounting & Analytics at a Glance
- 9 credits in accounting plus 30 credits in general business courses.
- Attend full- or part-time
- Attend in a hybrid format
- Classes offered in Fall and Spring semesters as well as 3-week Winter term and two 6-week summer sessions
- Time to completion for full time students is typically 12-18 months
- No work experience is required
- GMAT optional