Program Overview

Public Accounting, CPA Prep, MBA Program

The Public Accounting MBA program at Pace University is designed to provide students with the skills and preparation necessary to excel as Certified Public Accountants. The program offers a comprehensive approach to accounting, covering important aspects such as organizational behavior, marketing, business statistics, and stakeholder responsibility.

Program Overview

• Location: New York City, Westchester
• Duration: 53–71 credits, 2.5–3 years (full-time and part-time)
• Modality: In-person
• Start Date: Fall, Spring, Summer
• F1 Visa: Yes
• STEM Designated Program: No

Curriculum

The MBA experience covers key aspects of accounting, including:

• Organizational behavior and leadership skills
• Marketing and electronic business
• Business statistics and modeling
• Operations and quality management
• Managerial finance
• Business strategy
• Stakeholder responsibility

Courses

• MBA 804: Financial Accounting for Managers
• MBA 812: Managing Operations and Projects
• MBA 816: Disruptive Technologies and Innovation

Learning Outside the Classroom

As a Lubin student, you will have many opportunities to network and build your skill set outside the classroom, including:

• Specialized Meet The Firms career fair
• Networking events hosted by Beta Alpha Psi
• Internships with influential companies in the industry
• Executive in Residence and Dean's Roundtable programs

Accounting Careers

The MBA in Public Accounting can open doors to careers in:

• Auditing
• Financial analysis
• Managerial and governmental roles
• More

Graduate Outcomes

• Over 1,900 Lubin alumni work at Big Four accounting firms
• Robust alumni network of over 76,000
• Opportunities to connect with the career services team to develop a personalized plan

Job Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for jobs like:

• Chief Financial Officer (Average Salary: $145,291)
• Assistant Accountant-Audit (Average Salary: $85,873)
• Audit Associate (Average Salary: $89,268)
• Corporate Controller (Average Salary: $101,699)

International Career Success Program

The INSPIRE Program is a badged internship and career success program exclusive to Pace, empowering international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes.

Featured Faculty

• Susanne O'Callaghan, Professor
• Barbara Farrell, Professor
• Kam Chan, Distinguished Professor and Schaeberle Professor of Accounting

Admission and Financial Aid

• Admission Requirements:
  • Personal statement
  • Resume or employment history outline
  • Optional: Two letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts from all accredited colleges or universities attended
  • GMAT or GRE score (waivers available for certain applicants)
• Tuition: $1,560 per credit, total program cost: $82,680–$110,760
• Application Deadlines:
  • Fall Term: August 1 (domestic), June 1 (international)
  • Spring Term: December 1 (domestic), October 1 (international)
  • Summer Term: May 1 (domestic), March 1 (international)
• Financial Aid and Scholarships:
  • Merit-based scholarships
  • Accounting scholarships (up to $5,000 from EY/KPMG, full-tuition awards from the Deloitte Foundation)
  • Graduate assistantships
  • Endowed scholarships
  • Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan
  • Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan
  • Work-study programs
  • Military benefits

Accounting Field Growth

The Accounting field is experiencing rapid growth, projecting 10% growth by 2026, significantly higher than the average for all occupations.