Utica College

Programme overview

This MBA track is designed for individuals holding a BS in accounting or a BS in business with a concentration in accounting. The curriculum is aligned with New York State's statutory 150-hour educational requirement for CPA candidates and meets the AICPA's requirements for new members. Delivery is primarily ground-campus with a high level of personal instruction.

What you'll study

The program augments a typical undergraduate accounting degree to provide more than 33 hours of accounting coursework, including 12–15 graduate accounting hours, and 36 hours of general business study, including 15–18 graduate business hours. Core elements highlighted by the program include a 15 semester-hour graduate business core and required advanced courses such as advanced managerial accounting and a professional practice course. With prerequisites satisfied, the program can be completed in two terms by taking five classes per term.

Entry requirements

The program is intended for applicants who have earned a BS in accounting or a BS in business with a concentration in accounting.

Career prospects

Graduates commonly pursue roles in public accounting, management accounting, government accounting, internal auditing, external auditing and information technology auditing. The program notes a projected 4% employment growth for accountants and auditors through 2032 and cites a current CPA employment rate of 99%. Utica alumni work at a range of firms and agencies, including regional accounting firms, banks, DFAS and national accounting firms.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Students should explore university graduate admissions resources and the business department for information on assistantships, scholarships and other funding opportunities; contact the Director of Graduate and Online Admissions for specific guidance on available financial support.