Master of in Science in Accounting

Earn your Master of Science in Accounting from California Intercontinental University and take the lead in your profession. Build advanced expertise in accounting, sharpen your critical thinking, and strengthen your communication skills, preparing you for senior roles and the earning potential that comes with them.

Go beyond theory with a curriculum grounded in real-world application. You’ll work on practical accounting challenges, gaining the skills to thrive and lead in today’s fast-moving global business environment.

Master core areas like financial, managerial, audit, and tax accounting, while exploring high-demand specialties like forensic accounting, corporate governance, and accounting analytics. Along the way, you’ll address contemporary issues in taxation, ethics, and governance to build a complete professional toolkit.

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Career Outcomes:

Where Your MBA Can Take You:

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Financial Controller

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Forensic Accountant

Tax Director

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Audit Manager

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)​

Graduates of the MS in Accounting program will:

By the time you graduate, you’ll be able to:

Demonstrate advanced knowledge of accounting principles and practices—spanning financial, managerial, taxation, and auditing.

Apply analytical thinking to solve complex accounting and business challenges.

Communicate accounting insights clearly to diverse audiences.

Uphold ethical standards and professional conduct.

Evaluate the global business environment’s impact on accounting decisions.

Lead with confidence in managerial and executive roles.

What You’ll Study:

Accounting Principles and Practices

Corporate Governance and Ethics

Taxation and Compliance

Accounting Analytics and Forensic Accounting

Online Master of Science in Accounting​ Course Curriculum:

Complete 36 credit hours across 12 courses—covering essential accounting disciplines and in-demand specialties. Core studies include financial, managerial, taxation, and auditing. Specialized courses deepen your expertise in areas such as forensic accounting, corporate governance, and accounting analytics.

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The MS in Accounting program consists of 36 credit hours (12 courses). The curriculum includes:

  • MGT 517 – Organizational Development

  • ACC 501 – Accounting Fundamentals

  • ACC 502 – Accounting for Managers

  • ACC 506 – Corporate Accounting

  • ACC 511 – Cost Accounting

  • ACC 522 – Accounting Ethics

  • ACC 534 – Individual Tax

  • ACC 536 – Corporate Tax

  • ACC 548 – Auditing

  • ACC 550 – Government & Not-for-Profit Accounting

  • ACC 557 – Accounting Information Systems

  • ACC 559 – Advanced Accounting

Admission Requirements

1) Bachelor’s Degree or its Equivalent

2) Curriculum Vitae / Professional Résumé

3) Completed Application for Admission

Tuition

Tuition Per Credit$488
Total Tuition Per Course Including E-Books$1,659
Total Tuition$20,253

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