Overview

The Accounting M.B.A. at St. John's University provides a comprehensive foundation in business management alongside specialised technical training in financial reporting and auditing. This programme is designed to equip students with the cross-functional decision-making skills necessary for leadership in the global marketplace. Students learn to apply complex theoretical frameworks to practical business challenges within a professional context.

Why Accounting at St. John's University?

The Peter J. Tobin College of Business holds prestigious specialised accreditation from AACSB International, marking it as a leading institution for accountancy education. Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates management problems with a deep understanding of a firm's economic role. The programme is specifically structured to satisfy the rigorous educational requirements for the Uniform CPA Examination in New York State.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1655 per credit
National fee: USD 1655 per credit
Local fee: USD 1655 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into a 24-credit business core and a 33-credit professional accounting sequence. Modules may include:

Business Analytics
Industrial Economics
Financial Management
Law, Ethics and the Principled Path in Business
Managing for Global Success
Financial Reporting
Global Managerial Accounting
Governments and Not-for-Profits
Information Technology Auditing

Careers with Accounting

Graduates are prepared for high-level roles in public accountancy, corporate management, and government agencies. The programme supports career advancement into positions such as internal auditors, fraud examiners, and financial advisors. Many alumni secure prestigious placements at leading global firms, including Deloitte & Touche, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Ernst & Young.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business Analytics
Industrial Economics
Financial Management
Law, Ethics and the Principled Path in Business
Managing for Global Success
Decisions in Marketing Management
Risk Management or Foundations of Enterprise Risk Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

More details

Recommended deadlines. Graduate programs use rolling admission: qualified applications reviewed and accepted as space allows until semester start.

Language

English

Credits

57 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

New York City, United States
New York City, United States
New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Official university and post-secondary transcripts, plus degree conferrals/diplomas

The Test for English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or IELTS examination scores.

For expedited foreign transcript evaluation service at a discounted rate you may complete a SpanTran Foreign Transcript Evaluation Application Form.

All documents received by the university become the property of the university and cannot be returned to the student

If you have only one copy of your official document and are able to visit our Welcome Center in person, we will be happy to make a copy of the original and return the official copy to you immediately.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

47167 USD / year

≈ 47167 USD / year
Out-of-State

47167 USD / year

≈ 47167 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

47167 USD / year

≈ 47167 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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