At a Glance
$633
Cost per Credit
30
Credit Hours
100%
Online
24 months
Program LengthMaster of Accountancy, MAcc
Program Overview
At a Glance
$633
Cost per Credit
30
Credit Hours
100%
Online
24 months
Program LengthWhy Study Accountancy?
Ready to amplify your expertise in accounting? Make your next career move count with a Master of Accountancy online from Lindenwood University. With our comprehensive and flexible master’s degree in accounting online program, you can develop the skills to take the lead in the financial health of your organization!
Prepare to sit for your certified public accountant (CPA) exam through this online MAcc program. The CPA exam credential can help you pursue public accounting roles in a number of industry settings. Tailor your career pursuits through a choice of four elective courses to enhance accounting degree coursework in foundational and specialized accounting skills areas such as international accounting, accounting-based analytics, financial reporting, and fraud examination. Not to mention, you can complete your Master of Accountancy online in as little as two years!
Essential Skills & Insights
Coursework in this online master’s degree in accounting program covers the following:
- Responsive Leadership: develop a high level of awareness in your leadership around strategy, problem-solving, people management and more.
- Analytical Decision-Making: learn to base analytical insights in a strong understanding of accounting and finance principles and practices.
- Fraud Examination: prepare to identify and resolve fraud within financial and accounting settings.
- Accounting-Based Data Analytics: use data science to gain insights that serve financial performance and outlook.
Becoming a Licensed CPA with an MAcc Graduate Degree
The Master of Accountancy online prepares students to sit for their CPA exam to fulfill education requirements for achieving the CPA credential. Here are specifics for obtaining the CPA credential in the state of Missouri (state requirements can vary) include:
- Residency & Age
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Education Requirements
- 150 hours
- At accredited or recognized college or university (like Lindenwood)
- Course Requirements
- Of the 150 hours mentioned above:
- Minimum 30 semester hours in accounting
- Minimum 30 semester hours in general business courses
- Apply to sit for the CPA Exam
- Ethics Requirements
- AICPA ethics exam
- Experience Requirements
- 2000 hours of accounting work experience
- Must be affirmed by licensed CPA
- Auditors have additional requirements
- Exam Requirements
- Get college transcripts approved
- Submit application to NASBA
To find out more about pursuing the CPA credential, visit the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy.
Alumni & Internship Companies
Our graduates have the opportunity to join a number of top-performing industries, at world-renowned companies such as the following:
- Deloitte
- Edward Jones
- Ernst & Young
- Morgan Stanley
- Mueller Prost
- Rubin Brown
- Many more!
Faculty
Faculty at the Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship bring academic and professional achievement to the classroom. As a result, our students gain deep insights across theory and practice within the accounting field. Our renowned accounting faculty include:
- Steve Coleman JD, CPA
- James Bosnick JD, MBA
- Jennifer Mack, PhD
- Luke Nicholson MBA, DBA
- Robert Singer PhD, CPA
- Abby Weber MBA, EdD, Lindenwood Alum
Career Outlook
An online master’s degree in accounting can help alumni take on specialized or leadership paths in this vast job field after graduation, with the qualifications to serve a wide variety of industries. Many of these career paths for accounting professionals can be lucrative, with financial managers earning a median annual salary of $131,710, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Those who aspire to a top finance executive path can earn a median annual salary of $189,600.
Tuition Details
The cost per credit hour for this master’s degree in accounting online program is $597. Besides being ranked ranked No. 17 on Niche.com’s list of Best Value Colleges in Missouri, we build in unique financial aid benefits such as our 20 percent discount per credit hour for returning alumni pursuing their master’s degree.
Admissions Requirements
For admission to your MAcc degree online program, you will need to complete your online application and submit the following documents:
- Online Application
- Résumé
- Letter of intent including a persona; statement regarding your interest in the program and career goals
- Official undergraduate transcript(s), as well as official transcript(s) from any graduate school(s) attended with a minimum GPA of 3.0
- GMAT is not required. Applicants with a lower GPA, however, may submit official GMAT or GRE scores in lieu of the 3.0 GPA requirement. Admission based on GMAT or GRE scores is granted to students who have an official minimum GMAT score of 500 or combined GRE scores of 300. Scores should less than five years old at the time of application. Applicants who do not meet the GPA, GMAT, or GRE thresholds may be considered for further evaluation and an interview may be required. Please discuss options with your enrollment counselor.
TRANSFER CREDITS
Lindenwood offers a generous transfer policy of up to nine credits toward your Master of Accountancy online completion to further offset tuition costs. This means you can complete your online master degree in as few as 21 credit hours at Lindenwood—saving you time and money on your education!
Plus, you can personalize your transfer experience through Lindenwood’s Transfer Guides. These guides are part of our articulation partnerships with area community college to help you get the most value from your transfer credit.
Learn MoreCurriculum Overview
The Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program at Lindenwood University provides an advanced curriculum that prepares students for professional success in accounting and related fields. Students will deepen their knowledge of auditing, taxation, and financial reporting, gaining the skills needed to pursue CPA certification and excel in accounting leadership roles. Plus, the courses in this high-level program can help you satisfy the required hours to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
Major Coursework – 18 Credit Hours
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 51015 | Ethics in Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 51022 | Advanced Financial Accounting I | 3 |
| ACCT 51023 | Advanced Financial Accounting II | 3 |
| ACCT 51050 | Income Tax Planning | 3 |
| ACCT 51080 | Advanced Auditing | 3 |
| ACCT 61000 | Professional Accounting Research | 3 |
Elective Coursework – 12 Credit Hours
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 51030 | Advanced Cost Management | 3 |
| ACCT 51055 | Lorem Ipsum: Dolor sit Amet | 3 |
| ACCT 51060 | Governmental and Nonprofit Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 51065 | International Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 51070 | Financial Statement Analysis | 3 |
| ACCT 51085 | Fraud Examination and Forensic Accounting | 3 |
| ACCT 51088 | Internship | 1-3 |
Accounting Programs
Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship
Dr. Steve Coleman, Associate Professor of Accounting, discusses what the accounting programs at Lindenwood have to offer students – from renowned faculty to flexible, online programs.
Career Opportunities
Internal Auditor
Improve the operational and risk management processes within organizations to ensure legal compliance and optimal financial performance.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Provide auditing, consulting, tax planning, and other financial services to individuals, government agencies, and all types of businesses.
Forensic Accountant
Investigate crimes by analyzing financial data and providing expert testimony in court proceedings to help determine financial misconduct.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an MAcc degree?
An online MAcc is a professional graduate degree that prepares students for public accounting. A Master of Accountancy online builds on foundational concepts and practices within accounting, and prepares students to take their career to the level of management or leadership in accounting, finance and more.
Are there fees associated with the online MAcc degree program?
A Becker Subscription program fee of $1,750 will be billed when the student first enrolls, but the 24-month subscription will not begin until the student first accesses the materials.
How many transfer credits are accepted to the online MAcc degree program?
The Master of Accountancy online program allows you to transfer up to nine credits. Learn more about our transfer policy.
Are there scholarships for the online MAcc degree program?
Yes, there are scholarships available for this Master of Accountancy online. Learn more about our scholarship opportunities for future accounting professionals with your admissions representative.
Are master’s in accounting students required to have a bachelor’s degree in accounting?
You are not required to have completed an undergraduate degree in accounting to pursue an MAcc. If you have not completed a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts with a major in accounting, you may be required to complete additional coursework at the graduate level in order to earn sufficient credit hours.
Is an MAcc helpful for the CPA exam?
Yes, an MAcc can prepare students to take the CPA exam. Through the Master of Accountancy online students can take advantage of Becker Exam Prep as part of their curriculum.
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