Program Overview

Master of Accountancy Program

The Master of Accountancy program at Southern Illinois University Carbondale is designed to prepare aspiring professionals for traditional accounting roles, such as a CPA, or help them acquire skills required for more specialized roles. The program has separate accreditation by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, a distinction held by less than 1 percent of the more than 16,000 schools worldwide granting business degrees.

Program Objectives

The primary objective of the program is to develop conceptual and technical abilities, applied accounting research skills, communication skills, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills. Graduates may pursue careers as professional accountants in public practice, industry, financial institutions, government, and other not-for-profit organizations.

Concentrations

The program offers two concentrations:

• Audit and Accounting Information Systems: designed for those interested in pursuing careers in auditing or advisory services in industry or in public accounting.
• Taxation: designed for those interested in pursuing tax careers in industry or in public accounting.

Concurrent J.D./MAcc Degree

The SIU School of Law and SIU School of Accountancy offer a concurrent J.D./Masters of Accountancy degree that provides students with a wide variety of career options.

Online Option

The Master of Accountancy degree can be completed 100% online, offering flexibility for working professionals.

Admissions

Admissions are decided on a holistic approach using information provided during the application process. The program is offered in-person and on-campus or fully online.

Accreditation

The program is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and has achieved full membership in the Federation of Schools of Accountancy.

Program Details

• The program can be completed in one calendar year.
• Admissions are accepted in Summer, Spring, and Fall semesters.
• The program is designed to prepare students for traditional accounting roles, such as a CPA, as well as more specialized roles.