Overview

The accounting profession is shifting to a focus in data analytics and Core-plus-Discipline approach to the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. It has become more important to have a deep level of accounting knowledge, as well as analytical skills.

Study includes advanced financial and managerial accounting along with taxation, fraud, data analytics, and auditing. Additionally, graduates will be certified in Becker’s Data Analytics and Microsoft Excel Fundamentals.

The MS in Accounting from Dallas Baptist University, along with the prerequisites and a business undergraduate degree, provides students with educational requirements needed to sit for the CPA exam. The program includes 21 hours of Texas State Board of Public Accountancy (TSBPA) approved accounting hours and 3 hours of TSBPA approved ethics hours.

More than an Education

We have a robust network including CPA firms such as Deloitte, EY, PwC, Saville, BKD, and so many more. CPA firms invest in our students by leading seminars in resume writing, etiquette, interview skills, etc. Additionally, we work side-by-side with firms for internship and job placement.

Our faculty have extensive experience, many are CPAs themselves, and genuinely care about their students. You will be mentored, encouraged, and challenged as you learn from dedicated faculty who want to see you succeed.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Financial Accounting
Principles of Managerial Accounting
Survey of Accounting Systems
Intermediate Financial Accounting
Managerial Cost Accounting
Income Taxation of Individuals
Auditing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dallas, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

3.0 GPA + 5 years of applicable work experience
OR 3.4 GPA
Candidates who don't meet either standard above can apply and mention in the Statement of Purpose, found in the Graduate Application, why they should be considered for admission.
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Evidence of sound moral character and compatibility with DBU's mission

Work experience

5 years of applicable work experience

Tuition Fees

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51097 USD / year

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51097 USD / year

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In-State

51097 USD / year

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Living costs

Dallas

United States

1140 - 1925 USD / month

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Funding

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Overview

More than an Education

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Domestic

Living costs

Dallas

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