Lindenwood University

What you'll study

The MAcc curriculum builds advanced competence in core accounting areas and applied technical skills needed for public practice, industry and government roles. Typical modules include advanced financial reporting and analysis, auditing and professional standards, federal taxation of individuals and businesses, accounting information systems, managerial accounting and cost management, and accounting research methods.

Students can also expect opportunities to study specialised topics such as forensic accounting, tax planning and compliance, ethics for accountants, advanced governmental and nonprofit accounting, and data analytics for accounting. Coursework emphasises real-world application through case studies, research projects and, where available, practicum or internship placements with local firms.

Entry requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; applicants with a degree in accounting are preferred but applicants with a related business degree may be considered with prerequisite coursework.
• Official undergraduate transcripts demonstrating readiness for graduate work; programs typically look for competitive academic performance at the undergraduate level.
• Résumé or CV outlining professional experience; some applicants may be asked for a personal statement describing career goals and reasons for pursuing the MAcc.
• Letters of recommendation may be required or recommended, particularly for applicants without recent academic experience.
• Standardised test requirements (GMAT/GRE) vary by applicant profile; waivers are commonly available for candidates with strong undergraduate performance or relevant professional experience.

Career prospects

Graduates of the MAcc at Lindenwood typically move into roles that require advanced accounting knowledge and are common stepping stones toward professional licensure. Typical career paths include public accounting (audit and tax staff, senior accountant), corporate accounting and financial reporting, internal audit, tax specialist, forensic accountant, financial analyst, and positions in government and non-profit accounting.

The degree also supports preparation for the CPA exam and other certifications (such as CMA or CIA), and can strengthen candidates’ competitiveness for leadership and consulting roles within accounting firms, corporate finance departments and advisory practices.

Why study at Lindenwood University

• Programmes delivered by faculty with both academic and professional accounting experience, emphasising applied learning and career relevance.
• Flexible study options including on-campus and online formats to accommodate working professionals and part-time students.
• Smaller class sizes that support personalised attention, mentoring and collaborative learning with peers and faculty.
• Access to career services, internship placement assistance and local employer connections in the St. Louis metropolitan region to help with practical experience and job search.
• Designed to provide the advanced coursework commonly required for professional licensure pathways such as the CPA, helping students meet credit-hour and subject-matter requirements needed by many state boards.