Master of Science in Accounting, Auditing Specialization

The Master of Science in Accounting (MAcc) degree is a competency-based program that provides advanced accounting knowledge and skills for a successful career as a professional accountant in public accounting, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. Graduates of the program will obtain substantial knowledge in a wide range of subject matter that can lead to a career in financial accounting, financial analysis, corporate treasury, tax accounting, auditing, and forensic examination, to name a few.After completing five foundational courses, learners will have the option to pursue one of four tracks: Financial Reporting, Taxation, Auditing, or Management Accounting. Each of these tracks is designed to prepare learners to sit for one or more of the following: the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Evolution exam, the Certified Management Accounting (CMA) exam, the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) exam and/or the Certified Fraud Examiners exam.

Official catalog text — WGU-authored.

Program learning outcomes are not available in the current catalog edition.

Course groups from the WGU Program Guide. Expand each group to see course descriptions and competencies.

Total: 30 CUs across 10 courses. Degree total per catalog: 30 CUs.