ObjectivesWith changing financial laws and tougher scrutiny of company finances, many organizations increasingly rely on the knowledge of accounting and auditing professionals.* If you have successfully completed a baccalaureate degree in business, with a major in accounting or finance, Kaplan University’s Master of Science in Accounting could be your next step in the pursuit of a mid-to-senior-level position within the field of accounting. This program is designed to provide students with the necessary critical thinking and problem-solving skills, as well as the knowledge base to prepare for professional practice within the field of accounting.
Course description Program Highlights
The Master of Science in Accounting program is designed to prepare students to pursue mid-level management positions in both the public and private sectors. The curriculum is designed to enrich skills in auditing, taxation, cost accounting, and financial accounting while providing students the opportunity to choose elective courses to meet their specific interests and goals. Graduates will be better prepared to sit for professional certification examinations, which include the Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA®), and Certified Management Accountant (CMA®) examinations. The curriculum focuses on:
* Familiarizing you with overall department management
* Generating and analyzing accounting data
* Creating quality improvement processes, compliance strategies, and reimbursement procedures
* Conducting research
* Addressing risk management and legal issues
CORE COURSEWORK
Courses Credits
Financial Accounting and Reporting 4
Regulation 4
Advanced Auditing 4
Ethical Issues in Business and Accounting 4
Advanced Managerial/Cost Accounting 4
Corporate Tax Decisions and Strategies 4
Business Communications 4
Economics for Global Decision Makers 4