Master of Science in Accounting
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Why earn a master’s degree in accounting from Strayer?
A Master of Science in Accounting from Strayer University takes you far beyond financial data and analysis. You’ll gain strategies to help you understand expanding markets, resource and asset management and emerging opportunities. You’ll also build knowledge and skills to help you pursue the next step in your career.
Provide strategic financial insight
Go beyond debits and credits, and master how to translate financial data into strategic business decisions. With Strayer’s Master of Science (MS) in Accounting, you’ll learn to apply technical concepts to domestic and global operations, use economic theories to solve real-world business problems and leverage accounting principles to guide corporate decision-making.
Skills you’ll learn in a Strayer Master of Science in Accounting program
- Explain the impact of accounting practices on business operations
- Analyze accounting data, finance information and accounting systems to make business decisions
- Develop an implementation plan using business concepts
- Convey accounting policies, practices and procedures throughout an organization
- Apply ethical considerations when supporting accounting practices, policies and procedures within an organization
Explore MS in Accounting concentrations
At Strayer, we offer our students professionally aligned concentrations, allowing you to customize learning to support your interests and career goals. If you can’t decide, your admissions officer is here to help.
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Earn your degree from an accredited university
Strayer University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Strayer University’s accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
Accounting concentrations
Choose from four concentrations, tailored to fit your goals. If you can’t decide, your admissions officer is here to help.
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Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
A diploma from an approved high school or its equivalent
Official copies of transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Winter classes start on January 5
Learn more about Strayer University’s admissions process.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Transfer up to four eligible classes from a prior college or university to your master’s degree, saving time and money.
Strayer welcomes international students
Strayer University is proud to have hosted more than 4,000 international students from over 143 countries. Earn your degree in the U.S. or completely online in your home country – it’s your choice.
Expand your expertise in accounting
With an increased understanding of accounting management, analysis of accounts, business concepts, communication and ethics, you’ll be prepared to move your accounting career forward. View all courses.
Courses earned from Strayer University do not automatically qualify the holder to participate in professional licensing examinations to practice certain professions in any state. All students interested in practicing a regulated accounting profession requiring licensure from a state regulatory agency should contact the appropriate state regulatory agency in their field of interest. A listing of contact information for the most common accounting-related licensing boards is available on the Strayer website at: https://www.strayer.edu/student-consumer-information/licensed-careers.
Licensing information is also available from the following websites: American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (www.aicpa.org), National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (www.nasba.org), Institute of Internal Auditors (www.theiia.org), Institute of Management Accountants (www.imanet.org) and the Accreditation Council for Accountancy and Taxation (www.acatcredentials.org).
Sample courses
This course provides a framework for financial accounting concepts and practices used by internal and external users in businesses. Topics presented include the accounting cycle, financial reporting, financial statements analysis, ratio calculation and interpretation and management decision-making based on financial results.
Prerequisite: ACC 403
Surveys in-depth analysis of current auditing issues, including professional standards and ethics, internal control gathering and documentation of evidence, and statistical sampling. Focuses on detailed analysis of audit programs and electronic data processing, as well as concepts concerning the financial condition and operation of commercial enterprises.
Introduces the student to systems analysis and application of information systems concepts to the accounting process and accounting models, both manual and automated.
This course allows students to apply the knowledge gained in the program related to financial and managerial accounting, forensic accounting and auditing concepts. The students will apply critical thinking and decision-making skills to real world business cases involving complex accounting decision through analysis, synthesis, prescription and application of accounting concepts.
A grade of B or higher is required for satisfactory course completion.
Introduces the concepts of finance. Reviews the basic tools and their use for making financial decisions. Explains how to measure and compare risks across investment opportunities. Analyzes how a firm chooses the set of securities it will issue to raise capital from investors as well as how the firm’s capital structure is formed. Examines how the choice of capital structure affects the value of the firm. Presents valuation and integrates risk, return and the firm’s choice of capital structure. PREREQUISITE: ACC 556 or ACC 557
Analyze the legal environment in which business must operate. Examine key provisions of the major federal laws related to labor, consumer protection, property rights, securities, bankruptcy and environmental protection. Review the various forms of business and the topic of corporate governance. Examine contracts and the UCC, product liabilities, torts and issues associated with intellectual property. Discuss legal issues associated with international business.
Master’s admission requirements
Before you can pursue your master’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo identification
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
*Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization. Read more.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
Campus locations
Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.
Ready to take the next step?
Your admissions officer is here to guide you through every step of the process, from completing your application to choosing your concentration.
Master of Science in Accounting cost breakdown
- 12 courses, $1680 per course
- $65 technology fee each term
- $150 one-time degree conferral fee
- Additional costs for textbooks and supplies
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