Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.), concentration in data analytics
Become a leader in the professional accounting community with a Master of Accountancy with a concentration in data analytics. Our close partnerships with the accounting community help you find placement in Big Four and regional firms, nonprofits, government organizations and industry.
Our M.Acc. program is designed for undergraduate accounting majors. If you hold a bachelor’s degree in another program and are interested in an accounting career, we encourage you to consider the post-baccalaureate certificate in accounting to sit for the CPA exam.
Explore the Program
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Learn about the curriculum, admissions process, flexible format and career outcomes.
Curriculum
Students in the M.Acc. program will graduate with a concentration in data analytics. Courses are available in the evening, and the degree can be completed on a full- or part-time basis.
Career opportunities
Careers in the field:
- Senior accountant
- Senior auditor
- Senior director of finance
- Financial analyst
- Controller
Alumni employers include:
Frequently Asked Questions
The Master of Accountancy is intended to build upon an undergraduate foundation in accounting, as evidenced by the listed prerequisites. Please keep in mind that completion of all listed prerequisites are not required to apply and be accepted into this degree program. Typically, prerequisites are determined at the time of admission. If it is determined an applicant needs a prerequisite(s), the course(es) can be worked into the student’s overall curriculum plan.
For those that hold bachelor’s degrees in areas outside of accounting and are looking to make a career change, we recommend exploring our post-baccalaureate certificate in accounting.
If you have specific questions about prerequisites you may need, you can connect with us here.
The Master of Accountancy is 30 credits, 10 courses (pending prerequisites). This program offers a flexible pace, with the option to enroll full-time (3-4 courses/9-12 credits) or part-time (1-2 courses/3-6 credits) each semester. Each semester, students determine their course load to accommodate work/life balance. If attending full-time, this program is typically completed over 1 year/3 semesters. If attending part-time, this program is typically completed over 2 years/6 semesters.
Courses are offered in a variety of formats including on-campus, hybrid flexible and online. Students cannot complete this program 100% online. Students should live within commuting distance of VCU's campus.
Classes are held on weekday evenings, Monday through Thursday. Most courses meet once a week from 7-9:40 p.m. while fewer meet twice a week from 5:30-6:45 p.m. We do not offer any day-time courses for this program.
Yes! Each semester, students determine their course load to accommodate work/life balance. With courses offered on weekday evenings, the day is open for working professionals to continue to remain employed while enrolled in our graduate program.
Yes! The Master of Accountancy program offers a built in concentration in data analytics, in which you select from 4 approved elective courses in data analytics, as well as one approved business elective course.
Yes, we have a recruitment team that is happy to meet with you via zoom, over the phone, or by appointment in our office located in Snead Hall. Schedule a meeting here.