Master of Accounting

University of Arizona

The Master of Accounting degree program is a graduate professional program designed to provide advanced, specialized training in accounting and tax accounting. The program requires 30 graduate units, with no fewer than 24 in the field of accounting from a variety of courses available through the department. Individualized programs of study are defined by the student and the adviser.

The MAcc program has two tracks of study: Audit and Tax.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Department of Accounting is to:

Provide top quality accounting education programs and support services, including a focus on critical thinking and business ethics, that attract and graduate an excellent and diverse student body who enjoy productive and successful careers.

Conduct significant and selective scholarly research in accounting, and integrate it into our educational process.

Encourage a collegial and supportive culture within the department, a respect and tolerance for people and their ideas, and an environment that supports success and the pursuit of excellence.

Build mutually beneficial relationships with the business, government, and alumni communities in order to increase our value to our constituents and supplement our resource base.

Degree Requirements

Minimum credits: 30
Minimum accounting credits: 24