Accountancy

Organizations of any size and industry rely upon well-qualified, competent accounting professionals to influence their decisions and strategies. Becoming a more experienced and capable accountant can lead to a world of new leadership opportunities.

Graduates from the Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program will be equipped with the knowledge to:

• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the theory and application of internal audit; information systems; analytics; and financial, cost, and tax accounting
• Demonstrate an ability to apply advanced analytical and critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities
• Apply technologies to understand complex accounting issues and apply that understanding to new contexts
• Communicate complex accounting issues effectively
• Recognize and analyze ethical, legal, and policy issues in accounting

The Master of Accountancy’s coursework can help students meet the State of Alabama’s 150 semester hour requirement for licensure as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and includes topics that prepare students for exam content.