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As one of the top research universities in the world, Michigan State University has advanced the common good with uncommon will since 1855.
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Joe received his M.A. from New York University in Higher Education and Student Affairs in 2015, and his B.A. from Grand Valley State University in International Relations and Political Science in 2013. He is currently working on his Ph.D. in Education Policy from Michigan State University.
Prior to joining the Broad College, he has worked in a number of roles in academic advising, career services, and residence life, and has taught career education to undergraduate students. He has also co-led study abroad programs to India and Haiti.
Past institutions he has worked for include Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Valley State University, New York University, Cornell University, Stevens Institute of Technology, Marymount Manhattan College, and Interlochen Center for the Arts.
The online master’s degree in accounting and data analytics from Michigan State University will prepare you with the technical knowledge and data analytics skills necessary to take advantage of the growing career opportunities in accounting and finance. While our program will build on your existing knowledge of accounting and data analytics, prior background in accounting is not a prerequisite for admission — our curriculum includes foundational accounting courses to ensure all students are prepared and able to succeed.
We designed the degree to be flexible and customizable; take classes at your own pace and dive deeper into a concentration area — accounting analytics, taxation, managerial analysis for decision-making, or transaction services (mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and bankruptcy) — to pursue your passion and prepare yourself for today’s most in-demand business roles.
Our online master’s in accounting and data analytics equips students from diverse backgrounds with the technical accounting knowledge and data analysis skills demanded by organizations across all sectors of the economy.
Students with an accounting background will be prepared to tackle advanced areas such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A), taxation and corporate accounting, as well as advisory and consulting roles.
If you’re a student without an accounting background, our master’s in accounting and data analytics will prepare you to confidently join the workforce in an analyst role across finance and accounting functions in public and private organizations, accounting firms, or governmental agencies.
Plus, you can apply your coursework toward the education requirements of professional certifications such as the Certified Public Accountant and Certified Management Accountant.
With growing complexity in financial operations, analysts, accountants, and auditors with specialized education and experience in data analytics are in high demand. As a graduate with a master’s in accounting and data analytics from MSU, you’ll be well-equipped to pursue a rewarding career in a variety of roles, such as:
Complete the following courses as part of the M.S. in accounting and data analytics curriculum, unless waived by the program director.
Complete at least one of the following concentrations
This program accepts rolling applications. Students can start the program in any semester. We recommend applications are submitted at least one month prior to the start of the semester to allow time for processing.
We do not require the GRE or GMAT, nor do we require accounting prerequisites for admission. Applications are considered holistically.
The university reserves the right to make changes in the types, structures, rates for fees, and tuition. Every effort will be made to give as much advance notice as possible. In addition to tuition and fees, there are other expenses associated with your Cost of Attendance. A breakdown of a graduate student budget can be found on the "Estimate Your Cost of Attendance" page.
MSU provides programs and initiatives that support and enhance diversity. We will expand our campus and external partnerships to put in place inclusive recruitment and retention practices. We nurture and promote individuals’ varied experiences and perspectives, ensuring structures and processes make possible full participation by all members of our community.
MSU actively collaborates with campus and external partners to innovate across all dimensions of graduate education. We create and support networks that increase collaboration and improve educational opportunities for our online students.
MSU’s nationally recognized online programs foster student growth and well-being throughout their academic career. We will expand inclusive mentoring practices and accelerate improvement across units to implement evidence-based practices to ensure our students complete successfully.
Continuing education can be one of the most exciting, challenging, and rewarding experiences you undertake in your life. We hope you consider becoming a Spartan, to learn online and reach your career goals. With highly ranked online programs and exceptional professors, we educate students who advance the common good with uncommon will.