CSU's Master of Accountancy is a 30-credit program offered on campus that provides a wealth of practical, job-related knowledge that prepares students for a successful career. Further, our students are provided the in-depth topical coverage needed to successfully sit for the national Uniform CPA Examination.
Our curriculum reflects the breadth of services performed by CPAs. The Financial Analysis, Auditing, and Reporting Specialization provides advanced coursework with a focus on preparation for practice of public accounting, particularly in auditing. Coursework emphasizes auditing, financial reporting and analysis, and analytics.
Students will demonstrate the ability to:
- Develop the necessary research skills to investigate complex accounting issues.
- Apply analytical and conceptual problem-solving skills to the field of corporate taxation.
- Describe the role of information systems and technology in accounting.
- Communicate complex accounting issues orally and in writing.
- Recognize ethical and legal issues in a variety of accounting situations.
Effective Fall 2021
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: 18 credits | ||
| ACT 540 | Professional Ethics and Responsibilities | 3 |
| ACT 541 | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Auditing | 3 |
| ACT 561 | Legal and Regulatory Issues in Accounting | 3 |
| ACT 602 | Accounting Research and Communication | 3 |
| ACT 610 | Accounting Analytics | 3 |
| ACT 631 | Corporate Taxation | 3 |
| Other Required Courses: 12 credits | ||
| ACT 570 | Government and Nonprofit | 3 |
| ACT 612 | Issues in Financial Reporting and Auditing | 3 |
| ACT 614 | Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation | 3 |
| Select 3 credits from the following: | 3 | |
| Advanced Taxation of Business Entities | ||
| Accounting Information Technologies | ||
| Oil and Gas Accounting | ||
| State and Local Taxation | ||
| Special Topics in Taxation | ||
| Business Intelligence | ||
| Project Management: Information Technology | ||
| Enterprise Computing and Systems Integration | ||
| Program Total Credits: | 30 | |
A minimum of 30 credits are required to complete this program.