Program Overview

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University Catalog

The university catalog provides comprehensive information about the academic programs, courses, and policies of the institution.

Master of Accounting Program

The Jenkins Master of Accounting (MAC) program offers exceptional education and real-world experience, equipping students to take their careers to the next level. The program's curriculum is designed to provide students with a broad understanding of accounting and business practices, as well as a rigorous technical accounting education.

Program Tracks

Students have the choice of two tracks:

• Public Accounting
• Business and Industry

These tracks meet the needs of their career goals in the accounting profession. Students can also choose to complement these core courses with specializations in:

• Enterprise Risk Management
• Information Technology
• Tax Strategy

Curriculum

The curriculum is focused on both preparing students for the CPA exam and developing real-world skills. Learning doesn't stop in the classroom, as MAC students can:

• Study abroad
• Lead financial literacy courses on campus or in the community
• Work with real companies in practicum exercises
• Take advantage of innovative learning opportunities

Master's Degree Requirements

• Public Accounting Track: 11-course sequence, including eight graduate-level Accounting courses and three elective courses (31 total credit hours)
• Business and Industry Track: six graduate-level accounting courses and four electives (30 total credit hours)

Scholarships

MAC scholarships are merit-based and made possible through a partnership between sponsoring CPA firms, the NC State Graduate School, alumni, and the Poole College of Management's Department of Accounting. All students who submit an application by February 1st are considered for a scholarship award.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the MAC program is competitive, with the best-qualified applicants accepted up to the number of spaces available for new students. The Admissions Committee evaluates candidates on three criteria:

• Undergraduate academic record and grade point average
• GMAT score (note: a GMAT score is no longer mandatory, but a high submitted score can improve chances of earning more scholarship funds)
• "Engagement & Leadership" -- relevant activities and/or work experience, student athletics, volunteer work/community involvement, study abroad, in-person MAC interview, overall presence, leadership experience, and integrity

Applicant Information

• Delivery Method: On Campus, Online, Hybrid
• Entrance Exam: GMAT
• Interview Required: Yes

Application Deadlines

On-Campus MAC

• October 1: Those interested in a January program start
• December 1: Early admission deadline
• February 1: Deadline for MAC scholarship and fellowship consideration
• March 1: Final admission deadline

Online MAC

• October 1: Those interested in a January program start
• December 1: Early admission deadline
• February 1: Second admission deadline
• March 1: Final admission deadline

Fellowships (On-campus)

As part of the admissions process, applicants may be considered for Jenkins Graduate School's merit-based MAC fellowships. Students may qualify for a firm-sponsored or an academic fellowship.

Degrees

• Accounting (MR)
• Tax Analytics and Technology (Certificate)

Faculty

The faculty includes:

• Full Professors: Mark S. Beasley, Marianne Bradford, Katherine Ann Krawczyk
• Associate Professors: Nathan Goldman, Christina Lewellen, Rob Whited
• Practice/Research/Teaching Professors: Ernest Carraway, Heather Cozart, Jennie Dirienzo, Tom Dow, Bonnie Hancock, Ericka Faye Kranitz, James Scalise, Scott Showalter, Kathy Zuravel
• Assistant Professor: Carlyle Burd

Courses

The program offers a range of courses, including:

• ACC 508: Advanced Commercial Law
• ACC 510: Advanced Financial Accounting
• ACC 519: Applied Financial Management
• ACC 520: Advanced Management Accounting
• ACC 530: Advanced Income Tax
• ACC 533: Accounting and Tax Research
• ACC 534: Essentials of Personal Financial Planning
• ACC 535: Jurisdictional Taxation
• ACC 538: Corporate Tax Matters
• ACC 540: IT Risks and Controls
• ACC 544: Business Process Management for the Accounting Professional
• ACC 545: Information Technology Audit
• ACC 550: Advanced Auditing
• ACC 560: Tools for Tax Analytics
• ACC 561: Database Management in Tax
• ACC 562: Forecasting Effective Tax Rates and Scenario Analysis - Introduction
• ACC 563: Forecasting Effective Tax Rates and Scenario Analysis - Advanced Application
• ACC 564: Project Management and Process Documentation in Tax
• ACC 565: Visual Analytics in Tax
• ACC 566: Database Management Applications in Tax
• ACC 569: Advanced Visual Analytics in Tax
• ACC 570: Data Security and Warehousing in Tax
• ACC 580: Data Analytics in Accounting
• ACC 588: Special Topics in Accounting
• ACC 600: Managerial and Career Effectiveness
• ACC 601: Applied Accounting Profession Laboratory
• ACC 605: Excel Essentials: A New Professionals Guide to Spreadsheet Fundamentals
• ACC 607: Communication Strategies for Accountants
• ACC 610: Advanced Topics in Financial Accounting and Reporting
• ACC 630: Independent Study
• ACC 635: Topics in Advanced Taxation for the Accounting Professional
• ACC 650: Topics in Advanced Auditing for Accounting Professionals

Department of Registration and Records

The Department of Registration and Records is located at 2831 Thurman Drive, Harris Hall, Room 1000, Campus Box 7313, Raleigh, NC 27695. They provide campus resources, NC State policies, student activities, student services, and print options. The catalog archives are also available.