Do the Math. Invest in Your Future with an M.S. in Accounting.
Contributed by: Alan DelFavero, DBA, Director of Master of Science in Accounting, Associate Professor of Accounting & Finance
The 30-credit M.S. in Accounting Program, at Albertus Magnus College, is comprehensive and combines theory with practice. Students complete a broad range of coursework, including:
- Advanced Federal Income Taxation
- Taxation for Business Entities
- Fraud Investigation
- International Accounting
- Ethics for Accounting Professionals
- Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting
- Accounting Information Systems
- Financial Statement Analysis
These courses provide a solid foundation for students who are planning to sit for the CPA examination while also supporting preparation for other professional certifications in accounting and finance. The program is well-suited for students pursuing careers in public accounting, internal accounting, governmental or nonprofit accounting, and related accounting fields.
Individuals can further expand their knowledge by choosing a nine-credit finance concentration, which includes coursework in derivatives and risk management, banking and financial markets, advanced corporate finance, and personal financial planning. This concentration supports career paths in corporate finance, financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and financial management, where a solid foundation in both accounting and finance is essential.
Albertus’s Master of Science in Accounting is designed with working adults in mind. Courses are delivered in an asynchronous online format through accelerated eight-week modules. Students who enroll in one or two courses per term have the opportunity to engage more deeply with the subject matter while balancing other professional and personal responsibilities.
At Albertus, you are not alone in your educational journey. Dedicated academic advisors and professors give students personalized guidance helping them refine their learning and career goals.
Although accounting education is the program’s foundation, the coursework extends beyond technical skill development. Throughout the program, critical thinking skills are fostered through analyzing ethical issues and solving complex accounting problems. In addition, written and oral communication skills are emphasized.
The coursework culminates with an applied accounting research project. In consultation with their professor, students research a pertinent accounting topic, offer their motivation, develop a null hypothesis, conduct research, critically analyze the results, and offer conclusions and recommendations. Upon completing the project, students submit a thorough research paper and a recorded oral presentation of their study.
Most importantly, the program is outcome driven. Graduates have successfully gained employment in public accounting firms, corporations, small businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. Examples of roles obtained include various avenues of accounting, such as an external auditor, grant analyst, tax accountant, assurance associate, and staff accountant. The program’s comprehensive curriculum, academic support, and personalized attention prepare students well for long-term career success.
