Program Overview
Introduction to University Programs
The University of Colorado Boulder offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs through its Leeds School of Business. These programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in business, preparing them for successful careers in their chosen fields.
Undergraduate Programs
The Leeds School of Business offers several undergraduate programs, including:
- Accounting
- Business Analytics
- Finance
- Management
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
- Real Estate
- Strategy & Entrepreneurship
- Supply Chain Management
- Sustainable Business
These programs are designed to provide students with a solid foundation in business principles, as well as specialized knowledge in their chosen area of study.
Graduate Programs
The Leeds School of Business also offers several graduate programs, including:
- MBA Programs
- Full-Time MBA
- Evening MBA
- Hybrid MBA
- Executive MBA
- MS Programs
- Accounting
- Finance
- Real Estate
- Sustainable Business
- Taxation
- MS in Analytics
- Business Analytics
- Marketing Analytics
- Supply Chain Analytics
- PhD Program
These programs are designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen area of study, preparing them for leadership roles in business and industry.
MS Accounting Program
The MS Accounting Program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in accounting, preparing them for careers as certified public accountants (CPAs) or in other accounting-related fields.
Admissions Criteria
To be considered for admission to the MS Accounting Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Completion of prerequisite courses, including:
- ACCT 3220 Corporate Financial Reporting I ("Intermediate Accounting I")
- ACCT 3230 Corporate Financial Reporting II ("Intermediate Accounting II")
- ACCT 3320 Cost Management/Accounting
- ACCT 3440 Income Taxation of Individuals
Application Requirements
To apply to the MS Accounting Program, applicants must submit the following:
- Complete online application
- Unofficial transcripts from all previous institutions attended
- One letter of recommendation from a faculty member or employer
- Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) scores (optional)
- TOEFL scores (for international applicants)
- Current resume
- Personal statement
- Application fee
Tuition and Fees
Tuition rates for the MS Accounting Program are available on the CU Bursar's website. Students are also responsible for paying fees, which are subject to change.
Research Areas
The Leeds School of Business is home to several research centers, including:
- Burridge Center for Finance
- Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility
- Michael A. Klump Center for Real Estate
- Deming Center for Entrepreneurship
- Research Centers of Excellence
These centers provide opportunities for students and faculty to engage in research and other academic activities, advancing knowledge and understanding in their respective fields.
Faculty and Staff
The Leeds School of Business has a diverse and experienced faculty and staff, with expertise in a range of business disciplines. Faculty members are committed to providing students with a high-quality education, as well as mentoring and advising them in their academic and professional pursuits.
Alumni
The Leeds School of Business has a strong and active alumni network, with graduates working in a variety of industries and fields. Alumni are encouraged to stay connected with the school and with each other, through events, networking opportunities, and other activities.
