University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Master of Science in Accounting (MSA)

The master’s degree in accounting is a professional degree designed to enhance skills for individuals planning careers in accounting. The demand for accounting graduates is evident – with nationwide job growth for accountants and auditors projected to be 11.2% by 2029, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This growth necessitates a strong pipeline of accounting graduates. A master’s in accounting provides specialized skills and knowledge needed to thrive in this industry and eventually become a certified public accountant (CPA).

Jobs: The master’s program has an average placement rate of over 90% prior to graduation with nearly ⅔ of our graduates accepting positions in public accounting. This is linked to our successful internship program and bi-annual employers night events sponsored by our student group, Beta Alpha Psi. Networking: Access networking opportunities and hone soft skills necessary for career success by participating in student organizations such as Beta Alpha Psi or the IMA (Institute of Management Accountants) student chapters. Accreditation: Lee Business School is one of 5% of business schools with both business and accounting accreditation by AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). Internal Audit Certificate: UNLV’s Department of Accounting is also one of a select group of schools to be endorsed by the Institute of Internal Auditors as an IIA Educational Partnership school. Students can participate in the IIAEP Program as part of their master’s degree program and can earn an Internal Audit Certificate along with their degree. CPA Certification: The Department of Accounting has partnered with the AICPA to promote a culture of professional certificate attainment. We have incorporated a CPA review course into our curriculum and have CPA exam pass rates for Graduate Students that exceed the national average. We are also actively involved with the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and awarding 10 Certified Management Accountant (CMA) scholarships annually.