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Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for MS Accounting
Learning Goals (AACSB)
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Business Knowledge: Students will demonstrate proficiency in Accounting Theory and Managerial Accounting.
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Problem Solving/Critical Thinking: Students will be able to analyze a problem situation and resolve the problem through a demonstrated proficiency in conducting accounting research.
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Understanding Technology: Students will be able to demonstrate the effective use of computers and information technology.
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Professional Communication: Students will communicate effectively as professionals in business settings and develop well-organized, written solutions to accounting research problems.
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Program Overview
The M.S. in Accounting program is designed to prepare students for careers in various areas of professional accounting. It also helps persons already employed in accounting positions to advance in their careers. The program also serves as a foundation for more advanced studies, such as the Ph.D. degree. For students desiring a greater specialization in accounting information systems auditing, or finance, concentrations in these areas are offered within the Master of Science in Accounting program.
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the minimum standards for admission to the Graduate School, applicants to the Master of Science programs should have an academic record which clearly indicates a high level of achievement. In addition, the applicant should submit satisfactory scores on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) and an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.8. The admissions committee may consider other factors such as work experience in making a determination for admission. Applicants must be advanced in English comprehension and be able to participate in class discussion. Additional coursework in English may also be required.
Preparatory Courses
The graduate programs build on the students’ technical competence in undergraduate accounting and business courses. To provide a background for successful study at the graduate level, a series of preparatory courses or their equivalents must be completed before enrolling in courses for graduate credit. Students with a non-business undergraduate degree should expect to take the bulk of the preparatory courses before admission to the graduate program.
The specific undergraduate foundation courses are from the areas of accounting, economics, finance, management, marketing, and statistics*. These courses do not have to be completed at UNO, but a C or better grade is required in each*. The Master of Science degree in accounting requires 43-48 credit hours of these specific preparatory courses while the Master of Science in Tax Accounting degree requires 36-42 credit hours.
*See department for specific courses. The Business courses may be taken at the 4400 level to reduce the total number of hours.
