Master in Accounting

The College of Staten Island (CSI), part of the CUNY system in New York, offers accessible, career-focused education across liberal arts, sciences, engineering, business and health disciplines. Founded in 1976, CSI serves a diverse student body with a commitment to affordability and academic quality. The campus combines modern facilities with programs designed to support student success, research and community engagement within the New York metropolitan area.

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International students receive targeted support for admissions, housing and acclimating to life in New York. The Staten Island setting provides quieter residential surroundings while remaining close to the city’s cultural and employment opportunities. For students seeking an affordable, student-centered college with diverse programs and practical pathways to careers, the College of Staten Island presents a strong, community-oriented option.

The Master in Accounting is a one-year program at the College of Staten Island in New York, offered in English. It's for students with a Bachelor's degree who want to gain specialized knowledge in accounting. The program helps students meet the 150 credit requirement for the CPA licensure.

The curriculum includes 10 courses that cover advanced accounting and finance topics, such as investigative accounting, accounting information systems, and financial statement analysis. Students also learn about other business disciplines like management, marketing, and finance, as well as ethics and social responsibility.

Graduates can pursue careers as Auditors, Financial Analysts, Forensic Accountants, Accounting Managers, or Financial Controllers. They can work in various industries, including public accounting firms, corporate finance, government agencies, or non-profit organizations.