Whether your goals are to move directly into an accounting career, earn your CPA designation, or pursue more graduate work, our Master of Science in Accounting will give you a solid foundation for achieving them.
What Will You Learn?
Our program provides advanced preparation for accounting professionals and students seeking to meet the educational requirements to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination. Through advanced accounting coursework, you’ll deepen your professional expertise while gaining experience with data analytics, accounting research, and related statistical techniques. The program is accredited by AACSB International, reflecting rigorous standards for business and accounting education.
Students entering the program should have foundational knowledge in accounting and core business areas such as economics, business law, management, marketing, and finance. These requirements may be met through previous undergraduate coursework or designated foundation courses at Ball State. Students with an undergraduate business degree and a major or concentration in accounting will typically have the background needed to begin graduate accounting coursework.
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If you’d like to learn more about our accounting masters, complete our online form or contact Accounting Graduate Program Director Sharon Huang. Of course, one of the best ways to get a true feel for Ball State is to see it for yourself, so schedule a visit today! And if you’re ready to apply, review our admission requirements and complete our online application.