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Accounting, MS

The Master of Science in accounting at the University of Dallas provides accounting professionals with the foundation necessary to excel in today’s financial environment. Upon graduation, students are prepared to sit for the CPA exam and begin a career in public accounting in a variety of roles.

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What Will I Study?

The MS in Accounting program offers an intensive curriculum which encourages:

specialized coverage of a wide range of topics, including financial and managerial accounting, along with tax, auditing, and financial analytics
ethical analysis of cases in every MS accounting course
development of written and oral skills, particularly through research
practical applications and theoretical discussions
working knowledge of a variety of accounting software and databases

MS Accounting Course Topics Include:

Introduction to Taxation
Accounting Information Systems
Intermediate Financial Accounting II
Auditing
Financial Statement Analysis
Accounting Research Methods

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What Kind of Commitment Am I Making?

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The MS in accounting is a 33-hour program comprising 11 classes. Prior to enrolling in the prgram, students need to have taken one program prequesite course, ACCT 5325 Intermediate Financial Accounting I. Almost all classes are on the Irving campus or in a hybrid format (partly online, partly on campus). This allows a wide range of face-to-face collaborative opportunities with other students and professors. No GMAT or GRE is required for admission. For the typical working professional taking two classes per semester, the MS can be completed in about 1.5 to 2 years.

Where Can a Career in Accounting Take Me?

Students who complete this program become well equipped to navigate challenges in this dynamic profession. Most graduates pursue careers in fields such as assurance, taxation, consulting or forensic accounting. Others will choose career paths in business or industry in areas such as financial reporting, managerial accounting, financial analysis or treasury functions.

Career options include professions such as:

Auditor

Auditors examine financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance with laws and regulations. They assess financial operations and help organizations run efficiently.

Average salary: $79,880

Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Financial Analysts evaluate financial data to guide business decisions, prepares reports, and forecasts future financial performance.

Average salary: $96,000

Executive Accountant

An Executive Accountant oversees an organization's accounting functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations.

Average salary: $79,880

Financial Manager

A Financial Manager is responsible for overseeing an organization's financial health by developing strategies, monitoring financial performance, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Their duties typically include preparing financial reports, analyzing market trends, managing budgets, and advising executives on financial decisions.

Average salary: $156,100

Tax Manager

A Tax Manager oversees an organization's tax reporting and compliance, ensuring adherence to tax laws.

Average salary: $117,268

Assurance Senior Associate

An Assurance Senior Associate evaluates financial statements and internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Average salary: $74,198

Do I Need An Accounting Background?

Our students come from various educational backgrounds seeking a career in the accounting field.

Muath Alarfaj	MS Accounting, '16	International Undergraduate Degree in Accounting
Trisha Nguyen	MS Acconting, '09	Non-Accounting Undergraduate Degree
Stephen Webb	MS Accounting, '24	Accounting Undergraduate Degree
Khaled Kais	MS Accounting, '20	Non-Business, Non-Accounting Undergraduate Degree