Master in Accounting (Master's)

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Graduates are qualified to work as professional accountants and tax specialists in private and public sector roles. The programme focuses on technical accounting skills, regulatory knowledge, and decision-making processes. Students engage with advanced topics in taxation, auditing, fraud examination, and predictive analytics. The curriculum integrates technology and real-world application to prepare for industry demands.

Focus areas include Financial Accounting and Reporting, Auditing and Attestation, Laws and Regulations, CPA Discipline Topics, Advanced Taxation, Predictive Analytics for Accounting.

The programme requires 30 credits of coursework, including core courses and one elective from a list of advanced accounting topics. All courses are part of the full degree and not a concentration.

Graduates pursue careers as certified public accountants, tax professionals, auditors, and financial analysts in private firms, public accounting, and government agencies.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or its equivalent. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is required, with a 3.0 minimum in upper-division accounting courses. International students must submit TOEFL scores. Applicants without an accounting bachelor’s degree must complete foundational accounting courses.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

In St. George, Utah Tech University offers campus housing in dormitories and apartments, with shared and private room options. Campus facilities include the Human Performance Center, indoor and outdoor courts, a rooftop recreation area, and an indoor rock-climbing wall. Campus programs and tours introduce students to academic departments, resources, activities, and student traditions.

Academic offerings span the arts and STEM fields. Utah Tech brings together seven academic colleges and uses a learn-by-doing approach that develops practical skills and supports career readiness. Graduate students can pursue master’s, specialist, or doctorate programs, with research and hands-on experience included in their preparation. Undergraduate students can explore programs across the university and connect their interests with available campus resources.

International students have a dedicated applicant category and join a supportive global community. The university accepts applications for fall, spring, and summer starts, with separate guidance for international applicants. Students can also consider graduate study, flexible online programs, or on-campus study. Housing applications are available for students who want to live on campus, and scholarships, grants, financial aid, and affordability resources are part of the admissions support available to prospective students.