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RSVP TodayA Masters of Business in Accounting can lead to more career options, higher earning potential, and increased stability. Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 4 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
平特一肖论坛鈥檚 MBA in Accounting meets the NYS educational requirement for 150 hours for certification as a NYS CPA.
Classes begin in the Fall and Spring semesters each year.
Program Benefits
- 36-credits
- 3 semesters
- Classes are on campus and hybrid
- 15-week class modules
- Students will participate in virtual and in-person conferences, including networking sessions with local business leaders.
- Classes are scheduled in the evenings allowing both full time students and working professionals to take classes
- Credits earned through a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and the MBA in Accounting total 159 credits, ensuring students are eligible to sit for the New York State CPA Exam.
Bartlo Elected President of International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) Middle States Region
Dr. Carol Bartlo, Assistant Professor, Department Chair, MBA Director, and Accreditation Director; and Steve Chasey, Assistant Professor for Business Administration/Sports Management at 平特一肖论坛 were elected as President and Vice President respectively of the (IACBE) Middle States Region in October.
Bartlo, who previously held the role of Vice President from 2022-2024, began her two-year term as President on October 25. Chasey also started his two-year term as Vice President on the same date.
Unique Delivery Model
平特一肖论坛鈥檚 MBA program offers a unique mix of face-to-face, asynchronous online, and synchronous online course delivery tailored to the content.
This model furthers the achievement of learning outcomes, allows for social interaction, and provides flexibility for busy schedules.
Career Outlook
- Staff Accountant
- Public Accountant
- Non-Profit or Government Accounting
- Tax Accountant
- Financial Advisor
- Corporate Accountant
- FBI Agent
Program Specifics
Core Courses
The MBA in Accounting consists of five MBA courses (15 credits), along with seven Accounting courses (21 credits).
The Accounting courses in the MBA in Accounting include:
- Strategic Profitability Analysis
- Accounting Data Analytical Tools
- Advanced Taxation
- Advanced Auditing
- Global Finance Reporting and Statement Analysis
- Advanced Accounting
- Graduate Seminar in Accounting. The Graduate Seminar will address current issues in business and accounting as well as professional accounting ethics.
A Master of Business Administration, Accounting is a versatile degree that will not only prepare the student to sit for the CPA exam, but will provide exposure to a wide variety of business disciplines at the graduate level. Through the use of case studies and other current literature, students learn to make strategic business decisions building on the basic accounting skills developed as an undergraduate. Program Objectives include:
- Eligibility to sit for the New York State CPA Exam:
Students will meet the New York State education requirement for 150 hours for certification as a NYS CPA by completing a total of 159 credit hours. - Content knowledge:
Students will demonstrate content knowledge of the core business concepts, as well as specialized knowledge appropriate to the accounting profession to produce, analyze, and apply financial information for management decision-making. - Cross-disciplinary orientation:
Students will compare and contrast theories, concepts, and best practices within the context of integrated business processes. Students will analyze the implications of causal relationships and linkages through the study of relevant cross-disciplinary cases in each of the courses. - Decision making and organizational change:
Students will analyze complex business problems by leveraging technology and resources to formulate innovative strategies. Subsequently, students will apply change management theories and evaluate leadership techniques through role-playing and business scenario activities. - Ethical behavior and social responsibility:
Students will research the larger global, ethical, political, and legal environment of business to recommend specific and sustainable management decisions.