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2011-2012 University Catalog

Accounting, MS

Banner Code:  BU-MS-ACCT

Phone: 703-993-1880
E-mail: msa@gmu.edu

The MS in accounting (MSA) is designed to meet the special needs of new professionals entering the accounting profession. The program allows students to earn a state-of-the-art graduate degree in accounting and also meet requirements to take the Uniform CPA Examination in Virginia and in most other states. The program integrates fundamental business skills and specialized knowledge and skills required by the accounting profession.

Admission Requirements

All students registering for SOM graduate courses must have graduate standing. Nondegree student status is not available. Admission is highly competitive and available to qualified candidates holding a baccalaureate degree in accounting from an AACSB-accredited business school. Applicants are evaluated primarily on their undergraduate record and GMAT performance. For information on the GMAT, go to www.mba.com. Professional work experience is not required. Students begin the program in the fall or spring semester. The priority deadline for application is March 15 for the fall semester and October 15 for the spring semester.

Students can have part- or full-time status. Students completing the MS in accounting course work may elect to further develop their leadership potential by transferring to the MBA with a concentration in accounting. Please refer to the MBA section for more details.

Degree Requirements

Students are responsible for familiarization and compliance with the university’s Graduate Policies  contained in this catalog.

Required Courses (15 credits)

Electives Courses (15 credits)

Select 15 credits from the following.  (A maximum of six credits may be from the listed MBA courses.)

Note:

Students may either graduate with an MSA degree on completion of 30 credits or opt into the Mason MBA program.  Opting in after completion of the MSA courses may require more hours than the required 48 listed under the MBA Program.

Total: 30 credits