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Accounting, M.S.A.

Master of Science in accounting offers an intensive, concentrated learning experience. This specialization is designed for those pursuing Certified Public Accountant certification and careers in public, industry, and nonprofit accounting.

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Program Overview

  • Program Focus. In-depth exploration of essential aspects of accounting with practical experience within the discipline.
  • Individualized Program Plan. 塞德曼 advisors develop an individualized plan of study to meet specific career goals.
  • Flexibility. Part-time or full-time study.

Why Study Accounting at 大 Valley?

  • Vibrant, synergistic relationships with area businesses offer opportunities for collaboration on career development and on community-based projects.
  • 教师 members consult actively with local and national businesses. This dynamic exchange keeps students current and connected through a blend of theory and applied practice.
  • The program is available to anyone with a baccalaureate degree, including those with limited accounting experience.
  • Accreditation through AACSB International, the premier business school accrediting organization, is a testament to quality. 塞德曼 College is regularly recognized as a top business school and students excel in local, state, and national educational competitions.
  • Classes are held in the thriving business community in downtown 大 急流, MI, with online options for students who reside elsewhere or prefer online learning.

Career Insights

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Accreditation

塞德曼 is accredited by the AACSB International. Visit their accreditation 页面 for details.

位置 & 格式

Classes for graduate students in this major meet downtown on the 罗伯特·C. 皮尤 大 急流 校园.

格式:
  • Face To Face

课程

The program is available to anyone with a baccalaureate degree, including those with limited accounting experience. Curriculum prerequisites will vary depending on previous business and accounting coursework. 课程 for all M.S.A. students includes theory, ethics, analysis, international accounting, structured analytics, and emerging technologies.

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, but the fully completed application must be submitted a minimum of 30 days prior to the intended semester of enrollment. The $30 nonrefundable application fee is waived if the applicant has previously applied to GVSU.

Admission Requirements

For general requirements for graduate admission, visit 大 Valley State University’s admission section of the online catalog.

Admission into the accounting program has additional requirements, which are available on 这个页面.

If you have additional questions, please 联系 our graduate admissions office.

For 更多的 Information

塞德曼 College of Business

博天堂官方.edu/seidmangrad
50 Front Avenue SW, SCB 3030
(616) 331-7400

Graduate Admissions and Recruitment Office

博天堂官方.edu/gradapply

Program Director

Erika Murphy, SHRM-SCP
(616) 331-7026

 

“I knew that I wanted a new career, specifically in accounting. However, I was not really sure, at 51 years of age, how to make that happen. M.S.A. program was a perfect fit. The staff and professors were extremely helpful, and the curriculum gave me the tools to accomplish my goals.”

PAM BOGUS, CPA
DELONG BROWER, PC