Become integral to your organization’s success
Accounting isn’t just about balancing books. Top managers in every organization consult with accountants and rely on their insights and expertise to help make critical financial decisions.
You can join the next generation of accountants who will help lead the future of business. Whether you have your bachelor’s degree in accounting or you’re looking to start a new career in this exciting field, Maryville University’s online Master of Science in Accounting program can prepare you with advanced accounting skills, business acumen, and financial expertise to maximize your career opportunities and your organization’s success.
Careers for those with a master’s in accounting include:
- Actuary
- Auditor
- Budget analyst
- Certified public accountant (CPA)
- Chief financial officer (CFO)
- Financial advisor
Ready for your next step?
Why choose our master’s in accounting?
At Maryville University, we provide flexible, CPA-focused accounting education designed to prepare you for current and future trends in the field.
Here’s what you can expect with our program:
Curriculum
At Maryville University, we deliver an online accounting master’s degree designed to prepare you for industry changes, demands, and certifications. With industry-relevant coursework and an online bridge program designed for non-accounting professionals, our online master’s degree in accounting program can help you develop your business foundational knowledge alongside strategic accounting and financial skills.
A typical master’s in accounting curriculum consists of courses that can give students in-depth knowledge and skills in several aspects of accounting. Many of these accounting courses will cover the following skills or concepts.
Course Skills and Concepts:
CPA exam preparation. The CPA (Certified Public Accountant) exam is a challenging test for aspiring accounting professionals.
Managerial methods. Managerial accounting refers to the process of gathering, analyzing, and presenting financial information findings.
Discussing and analyzing strategic accounting issues. Accounting and auditing play an essential role in an organization’s financial health and growth.
Advanced auditing skills. Auditors play a key part in ensuring an organization’s funds are properly managed.
Get Full CurriculumAccreditation and rankings
Maryville University is a nationally ranked private college recognized for comprehensive and innovative education focused on student learning, outcomes, and success.
Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Ranked by Forbes among “America’s Top Colleges” for 2019
Listed among the “Best College Values 2019” by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance
Ranked among Money’s “Best Colleges” 2020
Becker CPA exam preparation
Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)