What is an online master's degree in management with an accounting specialization?

An online master’s degree in management with an accounting specialization can give you the skills to be a comptroller, managing partner, or senior accountant. UMGC’s online master’s degree in management with an accounting specialization is a 36-credit program that will teach you how to communicate financial information with decision-makers. You will also gain advanced knowledge in accounting.

How long does it take to get an online master's degree in management with an accounting specialization?

UMGC's online master’s degree in management with an accounting specialization is a 36-credit program with courses offered year-round. You can expect to finish the program in two years or less, depending on how many credits you complete each term and the number of credits you may be able to transfer. Plus, if you completed your undergraduate degree at UMGC with coursework in accounting, you may be able to take advantage of an accelerated pathway that could reduce your coursework for this program by up to 6 credits, saving you time and money.

How much does an online master's degree in management with an accounting specialization cost?

UMGC is committed to keeping our tuition and fees as affordable as possible. The online master’s in IT with a specialization in informatics follows the standard graduate program tuition rates, which appear at the top of this webpage. We also offer scholarships for eligible students, an interest-free monthly payment plan, and no-cost digital materials in place of most textbooks to help make your education more affordable.

What background do I need to get an online master's degree in management with an accounting specialization?

You don't need to have majored in a specific area to be successful in the online master’s degree in management with an accounting specialization program at UMGC. However, before enrolling in any graduate accounting course at UMGC, you must meet the requirements listed under "Program Admission Requirements" above on this page. In addition, you are expected to have a recent background in finance or accounting as well as statistics and to be familiar with Microsoft Excel.

Are there any certifications needed with the online master's degree in management with an accounting specialization?

You don't need any certifications to start the online master’s degree in management with an accounting specialization program at UMGC. However, this program can help prepare you for several certifications listed above under "Industry Certification Exams."

Online Accounting Management Master's Degree

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36 credits
Transfer up to 12 credits
All courses available online
Select hybrid courses available
Program restrictions apply
Designed for Maryland CPA

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Develop career-focused skills in the master's degree program in management with a specialization in accounting.

The online master's in management with an accounting specialization at University of Maryland Global Campus can help you move toward a position as a comptroller, managing partner, or senior accountant. Ideal for mid-career professionals, this program teaches you the skills you need to communicate financial information with high-level decision-makers, as well as advanced accounting knowledge.

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Total Credits Required: 36

Initial Requirement

(0 Credits, UCSP 615)
(to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)

The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.

Core Courses

(6 Credits, MGMT 630)
(3 Credits, MGMT 640)
(3 Credits, MGMT 650)

Specialization Courses

Complete the following five courses:

(3 Credits, ACCT 610)
(3 Credits, ACCT 611)
(3 Credits, ACCT 613)
ACCT 618
(3 Credits, ACCT 628)

Take two of the following for a total of 6 credits:

(3 Credits, ACCT 625)
(3 Credits, ACCT 630)
(3 Credits, ACCT 635)
(3 Credits, ACCT 640)

Capstone Course

(3 Credits, MGMT 670)

(6 Credits, MGMT 630) (or (3 Credits, MGMT 610)) must be taken within the first 6 credits.
- (3 Credits, MGMT 610) and (3 Credits, MGMT 615) may be taken instead of (6 Credits, MGMT 630).
(3 Credits, ACCT 610) is prerequisite to all other accounting courses.
(3 Credits, ACCT 628) should be taken before (3 Credits, ACCT 630).
(3 Credits, MGMT 640) should not be attempted simultaneously with (3 Credits, MGMT 650).
You must complete 24 credits of program coursework, including all core courses, before enrolling in (3 Credits, MGMT 670).

General Master's Degree Requirements

You must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher at all times.
All degree requirements must be fulfilled within five consecutive years.
Any transfer credits must have been earned within the above five-year time frame to be applied toward a graduate degree.
Please review the overall master’s degree requirements for additional considerations.

Accelerated Pathway

If you completed your undergraduate degree at UMGC with coursework in accounting, an accelerated pathway between UMGC's graduate and undergraduate degree programs in that field may allow you to reduce your total coursework for this program by up to 6 credits.

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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Develop Strategy

Participate in the development of strategic plans and support the decision-making process.

Build Communication Skills

Communicate effectively with top-level executives and diverse stakeholders.

Design a System

Design and build an accounting information system.

Analyze Statements

Provide guidance for financial planning and prepare and analyze financial statements.

Gain Hands-On Skills

Prepare individual and corporate federal income tax returns.

Utilize Data

Propose a plan for improved use of business intelligence, data management, and analytics.

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Develop career-focused skills in the master's degree program in management with a specialization in accounting.

Total Credits Required: 36

Initial Requirement

Core Courses

Specialization Courses

Capstone Course

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Total Credits Required: 36

Initial Requirement

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Specialization Courses

Capstone Course

General Master's Degree Requirements

Accelerated Pathway

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