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Accountancy MA
Career Advancement and Preparation for the CPA Exam
If your goal is to work in the top tier of the accounting profession, the University of Central Missouri's Master of Arts in Accountancy program will provide the necessary knowledge and training. The MA degree also provides you with a parth to complete the hours required to sit for the Certified Public Accountant exam. This designation shows that you hold yourself to a higher standard. For more information about becoming certified, visit the AICPA's website.
School of Accountancy
The School of Accountancy's mission is to prepare students to be competent professionals in the field of accountancy. We carry out this mission with accessible, student-focused faculty who provide an applied accounting education.
Endless Career Opportunities
Accountants are financial specialists at the heart of all areas of business. With a degree in Accountancy, you will be the professional who works with everyone – from individuals and small companies to large corporations, government agencies and non-profits.
Great Job Security
No matter how the economy is doing, companies need accountants. There are more positions than accountants to fill them. This demand for accountants means you will enjoy a starting salary that is higher than other areas in business. This also means you will have numerous opportunities for internships and entry-level positions.
Student Involvement
Our students are involved with organizations and activities that provide opportunities to develop leadership skills, gain valuable experience, and interact with students and professionals.
Accountancy Students Organization
ASO offers great opportunities for you to get involved outside of the classroom. This organization orients students to the Accountancy major and profession. As an Accountancy major, you are automatically a member of ASO free of charge.
Beta Alpha Psi
Volunteer Income Tax Organization
VITA is offered on campus each tax season. You will attend training sessions to become certified and then volunteer to prepare income tax returns for UCM students, staff and the general public. The hands-on experience you will gain is invaluable, as is the service provided to our many taxpayer participants.
AACSB Accountancy Accreditation
In addition to the School of Business Administration, our Accountancy programs are separately accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), so you know you’re earning a degree that counts in the real world.
