Master of Science in Accountancy & Analytics (MSAA)
A great way to account for your future.
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Lead the digital transformation
The STEM-designated MSAA program offers the essential tools, resources and support to develop and enhance your accounting skillset. The MSAA brings your graduate accounting degree up to date, supporting the data-dependent demands of the modern accounting career. Our program (MAC + Analytics) was globally ranked #26 by Best Masters 2022. This is the same program but with an even higher emphasis on the analytics skills needed to lead in the data-driven requirements of today’s accounting.
Program highlights
- GMAT optional
- STEM-designated
- 37 credit hours over three semesters
- Managerial Analytics Certificate adds data analytics to your resume
- Competitive 11-month paid internships maximize your hands-on learning bringing your classroom knowledge to life*
- Unlimited access to Becker CPA or CMA Review software with guided study requirements prepares you to sit for the CPA or CMA upon graduation
- Electives integrated with our MBA programs broaden your strategic business scope***
- 10-day international study trip or an online global-learning course**
- Exclusive opportunities to network with professionals and leaders in public accounting and other industries
- Professional career coaching with our Lifetime Career Support Promise
*Internships are competitively based and not guaranteed.
**An alternate non-travel course section must be taken if an optional 10-day international study trip is not undertaken. The MBA program charge includes the trip minus airfare, most dinners, and personal incidentals. No refunds or discounts are applied if the student selects not to travel.
***The availability of elective certificates is dependent upon courses meeting minimum enrollments.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or 18 credit hours in accounting coursework) required. Contact the graduate admissions team for details.
The UofL School of Accountancy is one of only 187 accounting programs throughout the world that are separately accredited by AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). Less than 2% of the accounting programs in the world achieve this separate accreditation.
The Lifetime Career Support Promise
At the UofL College of Business, you earn more than a degree. We’ll be here every step of the way as you pursue your dreams. Free for life for alumni, learn more about the resources available to you.
Go Beyond the Classroom
Graduate Student Organizations
Student organizations open doors to relationships, leadership development, professional growth, increased understanding and just plain fun.
Internships
From approximately $17-$28 an hour, students access exceptional employment opportunities with UofL partners and gain experience in business.
Events
Gain pivotal insight into the UofL community and beyond through our Graduate Programs events.
Graduate International Trip
Our students enroll in a global learning course that studies international business, trade, and culture. This course provides the option to travel internationally on a 10-day global residency to experience international business environments.
MSAA Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
View the tuition and costs of our programs on the Cost & Aid page.
One year
Classes are two to four weekly nights, 6:00-9:30 p.m.
Yes.
Admission is GMAT optional. However, GMAT scores of 680+ will be considered for additional scholarship opportunities.
