Accounting Marquette University

Overview

The Accounting programme at Marquette University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the complexities of the modern financial landscape. This advanced degree focuses on developing technical proficiency and ethical leadership within the Jesuit tradition of academic excellence.

Students benefit from a rigorous academic environment that emphasises real-world application and professional readiness. The course is structured to meet the 150-hour educational requirement necessary to sit for the CPA examination in most jurisdictions, ensuring graduates are fully qualified for professional practice.

The learning experience is enriched by opportunities to collaborate with business professionals and engage in advanced research.

Why Accounting at Marquette University?

The institution holds a prestigious national ranking, currently placed at number fifteen for best accounting programmes by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition reflects the high standard of teaching and the successful career outcomes achieved by its graduates across various sectors.

Facilities include the state-of-the-art O'Brien Hall, providing a modern hub for business education and networking. The university maintains strong links with professional services firms and major corporations, offering students unique pathways to employment through established industry partnerships.

Distinctive teaching features include the integration of analytics into core accounting subjects and the opportunity for graduate assistantships. These roles allow students to work closely with faculty on research projects and contribute to professional publications, enhancing their academic profile.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 1400 per credit
• National fee: USD 1400 per credit
• Local fee: USD 1400 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a deep understanding of both domestic and international financial regulations. Modules may include:

Required Core

• Taxation - Corporations, Partnerships
• Advanced Corporate Issues
• Fraud Examination Analytics
• Advanced Auditing and Analytics

Accounting Electives

• International Accounting
• International Taxation
• Analysis of Corporate Financial Statements
• Tax Research Seminar
• Accounting Information Systems
• Government and Nonprofit Accounting and Analytics
• Topics in Accounting
• Seminar in Accounting

Careers with Accounting

Graduates are highly sought after for roles in public accounting, specialising in areas such as audit or taxation. The programme also prepares individuals for careers in internal auditing, management accounting, and financial reporting within well-recognised global corporations.

Beyond traditional accounting firms, alumni find success in investment banking, governmental agencies, and non-profit organisations. The rigorous training also serves as an excellent foundation for those wishing to pursue further academic study through doctoral programmes in business or finance.

Accreditation

Award-winning faculty - Our tenured faculty and instructors provide the perfect balance of real-world industry experience and top-notch scholarly research.

Powerful alumni network - Marquette's business alumni make up a global network that offers students a vast resource - one that exists long after you earn your diploma.