MBA: Accounting Specialization
Master the methods and technology of modern accounting.
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Prepare for the CPA Exam
With your MBA from Scranton specializing in Accounting, you’ll learn to apply accounting skills in order to solve complex business problems and maintain a financially healthy organization.
You’ll master the theory and skills business leaders need to optimize processes, increase value and make decisions within an ethical framework. You’ll also gain a global perspective on business, and learn to apply the Triple Bottom Line theory — an emphasis on sustainable development as it relates to social, fiscal and environmental factors.
The University of Scranton Accounting Program meets the NYS CPA license education requirements as an “Equivalent to a NYS Licensure Qualifying Registered Program.” And with tuition rates much lower than similarly top-ranked competitors, we’re proud to provide you an exceptional value for your investment.
Career Outlook: Demand Rising for Accounting Skills
Business leaders with an accounting background can expect high demand over the next decade, with job opportunities for financial managers increasing 16% between 2018 and 2028. Median salary for financial managers is currently $127,990, with the top 10% earning more than $208,000 annually.1
Accountants and auditors earn a median $70,500, with the top 10% earning more than $122,840 annually.2 Your MBA can position you to become one of these top earners.
View Career OutlookCurriculum: Accredited Accounting Expertise
The MBA program is guided by Scranton’s Jesuit tradition and is housed in the Kania School of Management, one of an elite few of online schools accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). You’ll graduate with a mastery of business competencies rooted in ethics and sustainability.
Coursework for the Accounting specialization includes International Accounting, Financial Reporting and Research, Advanced Auditing and more. This specialization is taken as part of the 36 total credits required for the MBA degree.
CurriculumProgram Outcomes: Accounting Mastery
The Accounting specialization of Scranton’s MBA curriculum will prepare you to:
- Sit for the CPA exam or other industry credential exams (please review http://nasba.org/stateboards for state-by-state qualifications).
- Prepare and navigate accounting reports to analyze and interpret financial data in public, private and government roles, and inform a systematic approach to decision-making and solving business problems.
- Improve processes and identify ineffective practices resulting from poorly integrated processes.
- Evaluate decisions within an ethical framework and critique decisions on the basis of social responsibility and environmental sustainability.
Available Specializations
We offer eight robust specializations and a customizable general MBA option, so you can gain exactly the skills you need to succeed in the area you’re passionate about.
Admissions Requirements
To apply for Scranton’s Master of Business Administration program, you’ll need:
- Completed application
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities
- Professional résumé
- 3 years of professional or supervisory experience
- Statement of intent
- 3 letters of reference — at least 1 from a supervisor or other professional reference
- A written response to a case study*
- No GMAT/GRE required
*May be required for some applicants. You will be informed of your individual requirement after a review of your completed application.
Find more details on the MBA Admissions Requirements page.
Admissions InfoTuition Details
The MBA program at The University of Scranton consists of 36 credits and costs $965 per credit hour.
We strive to provide you with an affordable, high-quality education. That’s why we’re ranked a Best Value School, Regional Universities North, by U.S. News & World Report for 2020.3
See TuitionFaculty: The Kania School’s Team of Specialized Experts
As a student of the Kania School of Management, you’ll have access to industry experts, each with a focused background that aligns with our specialized curriculum.
No matter what you’re passionate about in business, you’ll connect with a network of mentors who share your enthusiasm and can teach you exactly what you need to know.
Kania School FacultyEarn a degree without interrupting your career. You’ll be part of an online learning community led by a diverse and expert faculty. Online programs reflect the same rigorous standards as our on-campus programs.
Scranton OnlineFinancial aid options are available to help you pay for your education. A personal financial aid counselor will assist you in identifying and taking full advantage of all opportunities.
Financial Aid DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
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Students can complete the MBA program in as few as two years or as many as six years. However, most students typically complete the program in two to three years.
With an MBA degree from The University of Scranton, you’ll be ready to take on new experiences and challenges in the business world.
Choose from eight different specialties to focus your studies on the career path that inspires you. Specializations include Accounting, Business Analytics, Enterprise Resource Planning, Finance, Healthcare Management, Human Resources Management, International Business, and Operations Management. You may also choose the General MBA option to build a MBA that fits your educational goals.
To learn more about the career opportunities available to you with an MBA degree, visit our career outlook page.
Yes. Applicants to the MBA program are required to have a minimum of three years of supervisory or professional work experience.
Students must also have a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college or university. While there is no requirement for undergraduate degrees to be business-focused, students lacking certain requisite background requirements may need to take up to 12 one-credit foundation module courses.
The University of Scranton’s MBA program costs $965 per credit hour, totaling $34,740–$46,320, depending on specialization.
For more information about tuition, additional costs, and financial aid options, please visit our tuition page.
Scranton’s online MBA program is a part-time program. Students generally complete one course per term over the program’s two-year duration. With an advisor’s approval, it is possible to take multiple courses per term.
The MBA program includes six core classes and a minimum six additional classes you can choose from to fit your educational goals. With an emphasis on flexibility, our program offers you the ability to explore one specialization in-depth, or combine courses from throughout our offering to meet your personalized goals — the choice is yours.
You can discover more about our full list of coursework requirements and each specialization on our curriculum page.
Sources:
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2019 September 4). Financial Managers. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Retrieved November 22, 2019, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/financial-managers.htm.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2019 September 4). Accountants and Auditors. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Retrieved November 22, 2019, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/accountants-and-auditors.htm.
- U.S. News & World Report (2019). University of Scranton Rankings. Retrieved November 25, 2019, from https://www.usnews.com/best-colleges/university-of-scranton-3384/overall-rankings.
Footnotes:
*For state-by-state CPA exam qualifications please check: http://nasba.org/stateboards/.
**The University of Scranton Accounting Program also meets the NYS CPA license education requirements as an “Equivalent to a NYS Licensure Qualifying Registered Program.” Learn more about the NYS CPA license education requirements.