College of Business
Accounting (MSA)
Program Purpose
The Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) program at East Carolina University prepares students for an accounting career and for successful completion of the CPA exam. Students gain in-depth knowledge of auditing, taxation, financial accounting, cost accounting, and accounting systems, plus an overview of management in profit and nonprofit organizations. The MSA program integrates the content of the certified public accountant, certified internal auditor, and certified management accountant professional examinations.
Learning Outcomes
Think Critically: Decision-making
The student will illustrate strategic and critical approaches to decision-making by objectively considering issues, identifying alternatives, and choosing/implementing appropriate solutions.
Value: Ethics
The student will examine and evaluate ethical issues in accounting.
Core Knowledge: Financial Accounting
The student will demonstrate knowledge of financial accounting.
Lead - Defend Accounting Concepts
Students will defend accounting concepts applying leadership capabilities.
Written Communication
Students will construct a professional written document that effectively communicates accounting information.