Program Overview

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Master of Accounting Program

The Master of Accounting (MAC) program at UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in accounting, preparing them for successful careers in the field. The program offers a range of courses and concentrations, including financial reporting, auditing, taxation, and data analytics.

Program Formats

The MAC program is available in two formats: online and on-campus. The online format offers flexibility and convenience, while the on-campus format provides a traditional classroom experience.

Admissions

To be considered for admission to the MAC program, applicants must submit the following:

• Application
• Application requirements
• Application deadlines
• Selection criteria
• Information sessions
• Student ambassadors
• Tuition and financial aid information

Academics

The MAC program curriculum includes a range of courses, such as:

• Accounting Systems Essentials
• Advanced Spreadsheet Modeling
• Analytics for Accountants
• Applied Financial Reporting
• Auditing and Assurance Services
• Data Analytics
• Federal Income Tax
• Financial Reporting A, B, and C
• Introductory Finance
• Leadership Immersion
• Managerial Accounting
• Professional Communication
• Strategic Cost Accounting

Core Curriculum

The core curriculum of the MAC program covers the following areas:

• Financial reporting
• Auditing
• Taxation
• Data analytics
• Soft skills: leadership, ethics, communications

Financial Reporting

The financial reporting course covers the rules and standards that govern financial reporting in the United States and internationally. Students learn how to research and apply these standards to real-world scenarios.

Finance

The finance course covers how individuals and companies make decisions about using capital, including analyzing risk, calculating returns, valuing cash flows, and understanding the time value of money.

Managerial Accounting

The managerial accounting course covers management planning, budgeting, and control, with a focus on how managers use accounting information to make decisions.

Tax

The tax course covers the U.S. income tax system and how it applies to businesses and individuals. Students learn to understand the impact of taxes on purchasing decisions, investments, and business structure.

Auditing

The auditing course covers the critical function of auditing, ensuring that reported financial information can be relied upon. Students learn accounting knowledge, analytical techniques, practice communication and interpersonal skills, and apply sound judgment and professional ethics.

Data Analytics

The data analytics course covers the systems, tools, and practices used to derive insights from data. Students learn to access, analyze, and make decisions from the growing mass of data collected by companies.

Soft Skills: Leadership, Ethics, Communications

The soft skills course covers the development of skills in leadership, ethics, and communications. Students learn to lead with confidence, communicate effectively, and make ethical decisions.

Concentrations

The MAC program offers concentrations in Tax, Audit, and Financial Analysis and Reporting. These concentrations provide students with specialized knowledge and skills in their chosen area of interest.

Career Services

The MAC program offers career services, including:

• Meet Someone Like You
• Executive Alumni Insights
• Recruiting Process
• Jobs and Employers
• Career Advancement
• Alumni Services
• Recruit Our Students

Student Experience

The MAC program provides a collaborative culture, with opportunities for students to meet and interact with each other. The program also offers a range of resources and support services, including:

• Meet Our Students
• Class Profile
• A Collaborative Culture
• Military Students
• International Students
• MAC Mentorship Program

Faculty

The MAC program faculty includes experienced and knowledgeable instructors who are experts in their field. The faculty provides guidance and support to students throughout the program.

Tuition and Financial Aid

The MAC program offers a range of tuition and financial aid options, including:

• Tuition and fees
• Fellowships
• Employer support
• Military benefits
• External scholarships
• Student loans

Application Deadlines

The MAC program has application deadlines, which can be found on the program's website.

Selection Criteria

The MAC program uses a range of selection criteria, including:

• Academic performance
• Work experience
• Letters of recommendation
• Personal statement

Information Sessions

The MAC program offers information sessions, which provide prospective students with an opportunity to learn more about the program and ask questions.

Student Ambassadors

The MAC program has student ambassadors who can provide prospective students with information and insights about the program.

Request a Class Visit

Prospective students can request a class visit to experience the program firsthand.

Follow MAC on LinkedIn

The MAC program has a LinkedIn page, which provides updates and information about the program.

Meet Our Admissions Team

The MAC program admissions team is available to answer questions and provide information about the program.

Visit a Class

Prospective students can visit a class to experience the program firsthand.

START/CONTINUE YOUR APPLICATION

Prospective students can start or continue their application to the MAC program.

REVIEW APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Prospective students can review the application requirements for the MAC program.

CHECK APPLICATION DEADLINES

Prospective students can check the application deadlines for the MAC program.

ATTEND AN INFO SESSION

Prospective students can attend an information session to learn more about the MAC program.

FOLLOW MAC ON LINKEDIN

The MAC program has a LinkedIn page, which provides updates and information about the program.

REQUEST A CLASS VISIT

Prospective students can request a class visit to experience the program firsthand.