Master of Science in Accountancy

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• Course description
  The Master of Science in Accountancy is tailored to qualify you to take the New York State
  C.P.A. examination and become a licensed accountant. Simon has the second-highest passing
  percentage for the C.P.A. exam of New York-based schools that offer an advanced degree
  program.
  Accounting Research and Scholarship
  The Accounting faculty publishes the Journal of Accounting and Economics, a leading academic
  journal in the field. Simon faculty members serve on boards of major corporations, financial
  institutions, law firms and government agencies, such as the Securities and Exchange
  Commission. They are also involved in advising and interacting with both the international
  business community and government and regulatory bodies in areas such as appropriate
  accounting practices.
  Accounting Rankings:
  • Ranked No. 10 by corporate recruiters in BusinessWeek, December 2008
  • Ranked No. 29 by U.S. News & World Report, April 2009
  • Simon is first in the world in highest certified management accountant exam
  pass rate*
  *Data compiled by The Institute of Certified Management Accountants
  
  
  Careers in Accounting
  
  M.S. Accountancy students are generally interested in working in public accounting
  to qualify for C.P.A. licensure in New York State. Some candidates may also pursue
  employment within a corporate accounting role. Recent employers of M.S. Accountancy
  candidates include:
  • Credit Suisse First Boston
  • DeJoy, Knauf & Blood L.L.P.
  • Ernst & Young
  • Goldman Sachs
  • KPMG International
  • PricewaterhouseCoopers L.L.P.
  • Procter & Gamble
  Internships
  Full-time M.S. Accountancy students have two available tracks for the completion of
  their studies:
  • 11-month program of study starting in the summer (non-internship track)
  • 17-month program of study starting in the summer (internship track)
  A student is eligible to seek an internship by selecting the longer track to complete
  the degree, but this does not guarantee placement in an internship. International
  students must maintain their F-1 or J-1 student visa status and should consult with the
  University of Rochester’s International Services Office on questions of the impact of an
  internship search, especially related to the timing of when he or she may be eligible
  for paid, off-campus employment and whether or not he or she is eligible to use
  Curricular Practical Training.

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