Overview
The Accountancy program at California State University East Bay prepares students for accounting or auditing positions in public accounting firms, corporations, government agencies or non-profit organizations.
It is a high quality rigorous accounting program that provides students the required education to qualify for the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) exam and to meet the 150-hour California CPA licensure requirements.
The program focuses on the knowledge of the U.S. and international financial reporting and auditing standards, taxation, business laws and regulations, and accountants’ professional responsibilities. It also enables students to develop professional communication and collaborative teamwork skills.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the M.S. in Accountancy program can pursue a wide range of professional accounting, auditing and tax careers as accountants, auditors, or tax professionals in public accounting firms, public or private corporations, federal or state government agencies and not-for-profit organizations.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Financial Accounting
- Managerial Accounting
- Federal Taxation for Individuals
- Accounting Information Systems
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 17 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Finance Accounting Taxation View 893 other Masters in Finance in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- If you were educated outside of the U.S., you must have earned a degree equivalent to a 4-year U.S. Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. An official determination of eligibility will be made during the application process.
- English language proficiency
- Statement of Purpose
- CV / Resume
- Letters of Recommendation
Tuition Fee
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International
18120 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18120 USD per year during 17 months. -
National
18120 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18120 USD per year during 17 months. -
In-State
8429 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8429 USD per year during 17 months.
Living costs for Hayward
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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