Accounting, M.S.

The accounting graduate program leads to the Master of Science (M.S.) in accounting degree. The primary goal of the M.S. program is to prepare business majors for entry into the accounting profession. Prerequisite coursework must be taken at an AACSB accredited school. This full-time and on-campus program prepares students for the CPA exam and business and regulatory positions.

Admission Requirements

Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
Prerequisite courses completed at an AACSB accredited school (course list)
Professional resume
GMAT (Waived for JMU applicants and applicants who have passed all four parts of the CPA examination.)
Proficiency with spreadsheet software

M.S. in Accounting Requirements

Required Courses

ACTG 627. Advanced Taxation of Business Entities I Credits: 3.00
ACTG 645. Advanced Accounting and Reporting Credits: 1.00-3.00 (must be taken for 3.00 credits)
ACTG 675. Accounting Theory Credits: 3.00
ACTG 677. Advanced Assurance Theory and Data Analysis Credits: 3.00
MBA 630. Financial Management for Accountants Credits: 3.00
Accounting electives (600 level) Credits: 15.00 ¹

Footnote

¹ Electives are chosen with the approval of the program director. Prerequisites must be met before taking 600-level courses.

Accounting, M.S.

Admission Requirements

M.S. in Accounting Requirements

Required Courses

Footnote

Total: 30 Credit Hours