Overview

Through the Accounting program of the University of Colorado at Boulder, graduates develop specific expertise in the area of accounting by strengthening and enhancing the ability to interpret and communicate information about a company's operations and finances. Academic experience, combined with a practical internship experience, propels graduates to be proficient in the "language of business" that is accounting.

Typically, over 90 percent of MS accounting students have a job in accounting and financial advisory fields at graduation, and the demand for CU Boulder-educated accountants continues to soar. Many graduates begin careers with public accounting firms in audit, tax or advisory business services. Others prefer information management, tax or compliance positions within corporations. Still other opportunities exist in financial management, nonprofits and government agencies.

MS Program

Coursework in accounting conveys a comprehensive understanding of the theory and concepts that underlie accounting practice. Emphasis is placed on logical reasoning and the development, understanding and use of information, which enables students to solve problems in accounting and management of organizations and to make sound accounting policy decisions.

Accounting students have many career options to consider after graduation. Those who aspire to pursue careers in public accounting must become Certified Public Accountants (CPAs). The CPA designation is not as critical for other career paths in accounting, but becoming a CPA can be advantageous in any accounting career.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Financial Accounting

Income Taxation of Business Entities

Auditing and Assurance Services

Current Issues in Professional Accounting--Accounting Ethics

Advanced Auditing: Business Risk and Decision Analysis

Financial Statement Analysis

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Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boulder, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Complete the online application .

For review and decision purposes you are required to upload unofficial copies of your transcript(s) in the online application.

One letter of recommendation from faculty or employers who can address your capacity for graduate coursework.

Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) scores are optional for MS Accounting and MS Taxation applicants.

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Tuition Fees

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48750 USD / full

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48750 USD / full

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34800 USD / full

≈ 34800 USD / full

Living costs

Boulder

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

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