Accounting services are becoming both broader and more specialized. The major changes that have occurred in the accounting profession dictate expanded and updated educational programs. The minimum education necessary for the professional accountant cannot be achieved in four years of undergraduate study. Although one may sit for the Uniform CPA Exam with only 120 hours of college credit, the Virginia Board of Accountancy requires one to have 150 semester hours of education to obtain the CPA License. Additionally, the number of fields open to accounting majors has increased dramatically in recent years requiring graduates to complete specialized courses in operational auditing, fraud examination, managerial accounting, taxation, etc. Therefore, the ideal model for a professional accounting education embodies a Master of Science (MS) in Accounting program that augments a broad undergraduate education. The MS in Accounting program at ůůֱ²¥ University is designed to accommodate both full-time and part-time students with courses offered in the evenings.
Program Highlights
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You will be able to identify and solve ethical issues in accounting
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You will be able to use things you learned in your business courses to answer accounting and business problems
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You will understand how information technology can influence accounting decisions
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You will be able to recognize and resolve accounting and business issues in a global setting
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You will be able to identify and work out accounting issues in financial and management accounting, tax, and accounting information systems
Careers
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Budget Analysts
Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.
Accountants
Analyze financial information and prepare financial reports to determine or maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, or other financial activities within an organization.
Requirements
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Cost
Estimated rates for the 2024–25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
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