master of accounting (m.acct.) is best suited for students who want to add improved critical thinking, analytical decision making, and communication skills to their arsenal of accounting expertise. designed to meet the needs of accountants in public and private industries, this comprehensive program will prepare students to take the certified public accountant (cpa) exam or the certified management accountant (cma) exam. 

areas of specialization include:

• financial reporting and assurance (m.acct.)
• information systems and analytics (m.acct.)
• managerial decision making (m.acct.)
• tax (m.acct.)

the (m.acct.) faculty are respected nationally and have been making a difference as editors and co- editors of the top journals in their area of expertise. they host annual training conferences for continuing education credits and provide external consulting. these external experiences provide a link for students from the classroom to real-world practice.