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
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Credits
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Disciplines
Business Administration Finance Accounting View 721 other Masters in Accounting in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
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 Fee
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International
43549 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1177 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
43549 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1177 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for Dallas
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.