MS in Accounting

The demand for well-trained certified public accountants is greater than ever, and Quinnipiac's Master of Science in Accounting program provides students with the appropriate coursework to meet the 150-hour education requirement for CPA certification.Our program is structured to maximize your success on the CPA exam by teaching you sophisticated accounting theory and the advanced skills needed to meet the challenges in dynamic business, government and not-for-profit environments.The program courses are taught by highly experienced and qualified faculty who are dedicated to helping you build a strong foundation in important areas such as public policy, corporate governance, financial analyses and global accounting practices. You'll be able to take full advantage of our strong connections to the business world, both locally and nationally. Every year, career fairs and networking events bring representatives from the Big-4 accounting firms plus other potential employers from financial services, regulatory agencies, investment banks and not-for-profits.

This program is primarily designed for students who already have an undergraduate accounting degree. Students who do not have an undergraduate accounting degree may need to complete additional undergraduate accounting coursework before entering the program. Recommended GPA of 3.0 or higher.