Program at a Glance
- Program
- Master
- College(s)
- College of Business
- Department(s)
- Accounting
The Kenneth G. Dixon School of Accounting offers a Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) degree with a choice of specialization in either Assurance, Management, or Taxation. These programs prepare individuals for careers as professional accountants and consultants in public accounting industry, financial institutions, government, and nonprofit organizations.
Faculty members in the Kenneth G. Dixon School of Accounting emphasize independent learning in various ways throughout the MSA program. Cases and research projects that involve work outside the classroom are incorporated into all courses. The cases and projects are both individual and team prepared. Students are asked to do research that requires they utilize the library, internet, and resources other than the material provided by the professor. The results of independent research activity are presented in either a written report, case analysis or oral presentation. Students work to develop and enhance skills and competencies that will support them professionally throughout their careers. The approaches used in our courses encourage students toward life-long learning.
This program prepares students for state-regulated professional licensure or certification. For more information on how this program may prepare you in that regard, please view the licensure disclosure for the Accounting MSA program.
Highlights
Application Deadlines
- Fall
- July 1
- Spring
- December 1
- Summer
- April 1
Application deadlines subject to change, see the Graduate Studies website for up-to-date deadlines.
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Course Overview
Ethics and Professionalism in Accounting and Auditing
This course focuses on why and how theories of the professions and theories of individual ethical decision-making are applicable to the practice of accounting.
Accounting Theory
An examination of the evolution of contemporary accounting theory with emphasis on current and future developments.
Advanced Accounting Information Systems
Evaluation of the overall risk to critical accounting and business processes posed by information technology.
Accounting Skills You'll Learn
- Focus on developing leadership skills needed to succeed within the accounting field
- Ability to explain data and results to clients and other departments across the organization
- Use critical-thinking skills to solve business problems in an ethical manner
- Qualify to take the CPA exam
Career Opportunities
- Senior Accountant
- Financial Controller
- Accounting Manager
- Senior Financial Analyst
- Tax Accountant
- Auditor
Admission Requirements
The accounting master’s degree at UCF accepts applications three times throughout the year: fall, spring and summer. You must apply online and submit all requested materials by the established deadline.
Please note that there are business and accounting core requirements; however, these can be completed after a student has gained admission into the program, but must be satisfied before graduate MSA coursework can be undertaken. Applicants with a recent undergraduate accounting degree will likely have completed most, if not all, of the foundation prerequisite courses. Before taking any foundation courses, please have your undergraduate transcripts reviewed by the MSA program advisor.
To apply, submit the general graduate admissions requirements, as well as the following items by the deadline:
- One official transcript (in a sealed envelope) from each college/university attended
- 3.0 GPA in upper-division accounting and tax courses
- Résumé
- Goal Statement
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