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Master of Science in Accountancy

The Biggest Names in Accounting Have One Name in Common – Walsh

The top companies want the top people. That’s why Walsh graduates are in such high demand. Ranked eighth in the nation, the Walsh Master of Science in Accountancy goes beyond the numbers. This program is designed to teach mastery of accounting concepts and financial analysis, while sharpening your analytical thinking and communication skills.

Walsh offers two degree paths for students pursuing a Master of Science in Accountancy:

The MAC is designed for students with a business (non-accounting), technical, or liberal arts background who wish to enter the accounting field.

The MAC for Accounting Graduates is designed for students with an accounting undergraduate degree who wish to advance their accounting careers.

Why Walsh?

Nationally-Ranked Program

The MAC is ranked #8 in the nation by TaxTalent*.

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Learn From Proven Business Minds.

Eighty percent of Walsh accounting faculty are licensed CPAs who bring their real-world experience into the classroom.

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Opportunity for Success

1,000 companies recruit at Walsh, including the Big 4 accounting firms. Walsh graduates work in every Fortune 500 company in Michigan.

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Flexibility

Walsh offers four 11-week semesters and year-round registration. Take classes in a small classroom setting, online, or a combination of both.

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Master of Accountancy Courses

The Walsh MAC will help you master financial analysis and accounting fundamentals and equip you to:

Analyze and prepare tax forms and statements for businesses.
Manage assets, including stocks, bonds, real estate, and derivative securities.
Advise in raising and investing money, capital structuring, and capital budgeting.
Perform audits of various industries and businesses.
Direct in security and investment management.

MAC Course Listing

Walsh offers four 11-week semesters and year-round registration so you can start your program anytime and see the end goal sooner.

FOUNDATION AND CORE COURSES

Foundation Course
ACC 500	Financial Accounting
ACC 501	Intermediate Accounting I
ACC 502	Intermediate Accounting II
Core Courses
ACC 503	Financial Accounting Concepts
ACC 506	Accounting Information Systems
ACC 511	Business Combinations
ACC 512	Government and Not-for-Profit Accounting
ACC 515	Auditing
ACC 518	Accounting Communications
ACC 519	Advanced Managerial Accounting
ACC 520	International Accounting
TAX 595	Tax and Business Taxation I
TAX 596	Tax and Business Taxation II
ELECTIVE COURSES
Elective Courses—2 Required
Choose two electives from the following:
ACC 550, 570, 574, 577, 578, 580, 588; FIN 510; or, TAX 525, 532, 598
Taxation Concentration
Take the following four taxation courses in place of ACC 520, TAX 596, and two elective courses. Meet with a Walsh advisor for more details.
TAX 501	The Role of Legal Authorities in Taxation
TAX 510	Basic Concepts in Corporate Tax
TAX 599	Introduction to Tax Research
TAX 525 or ACC 578	Tax and Business Taxation \| Accounting for Income Taxes

Master of Science in Accountancy for Accounting Graduates Courses

This custom-designed program is for students with a background in accounting. You may choose a concentration in Data Analytics, Finance, or Taxation. If you have earned your bachelor's in accounting and are planning to pursue the CPA licensure, the Walsh MAC meets Michigan’s educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam.

MAC-Accounting Graduates Course Listing

FOUNDATION COURSES

Foundation Course - Must Select Five Courses Below
ACC 503	Financial Accounting Concepts
ACC 511	Business Combinations
ACC 512	Government and Not-For-Profit Accounting
ACC 515	Auditing
ACC 518	Accounting Communications
ACC 520	International Accounting
ACC 550	Advanced Auditing
ACC 570	Forensic and Investigative Accounting
ACC 574	Industry Accounting and Auditing
ACC 577	Payroll and Employee Benefits Accounting
ACC 578	Accounting for Income Taxes
ACC 580	Business Law for Accountants
ACC 588	Accounting Internship
CONCENTRATIONS– MUST CHOOSE ONE AREA (5 COURSES, 15 CREDITS)
Data Analytics
ACC 564	Data Analytics for Accounting
IT 540	Introduction to Data Science
IT 542	Big Data Analytics
QM 520	Business Analytics
ACC 565	Data Analytics Capstone
Finance
FIN 506	Financial Statement Analysis
FIN 510	Financial Management
FIN 515	Financial Markets and Institutions
FIN 521	Investments
CHOOSE ONE: FIN 504, 551, 587
Taxation - Choose five courses
TAX 501	The Role of Legal Authorities in Taxation
TAX 507	Tax Accounting
TAX 525	Advanced Concepts in Corporate Taxation
TAX 532	Income and Transfer Tax Consequences for Estate and Trusts
TAX 540	Tax Practice and Procedure
TAX 595	Tax and Business Taxation I
TAX 596	Tax and Business Taxation II
TAX 598	Tax Return Seminar
TAX 599	Introduction to Tax Research

Admission Requirements

Walsh College MAC admission requirements:

An undergraduate degree or higher from a college or university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission or one of the following regional associations: Middle States, New England, Northwest, Southern or Western.
A cumulative grade point average of a 2.750 or better on a 4.000 scale.
Individuals with a cumulative grade point average lower than 2.750, but not below 2.000, will be considered for provisional admission.
The GMAT is not required.

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Apply online or speak with an advisor today. Call the Admissions office at 248-823-1600 or email admissions@walshcollege.edu. Appointments are available Monday through Friday, and walk-ins are welcome on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

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What Our Graduates Are Saying

"Walsh is THE authority in business and accounting education in metro Detroit. I'm proud to be an alumna.”
Regina Nock, BAC '11, MAC '12
Senior Accountant, Freedman & Goldberg CPAs, PC

“For me, it was significant to learn about real-life experience in the business world. At Walsh, you get a balance between what is in the book and what happens in real life. The Walsh experience prepares students for the real world and that is important.”
Ivan Guner, MSA '84
Senior Vice President, Global Business Finance, Oracle Corporation

Employment Opportunities

Every business needs a good accountant. 1,000 companies recruit at Walsh, including the Big 4 accounting firms. Walsh alumni work in every Fortune 500 company in Michigan, and with lifelong career services, you’ll have the tools and resources to help you find a new job, navigate a career change, or advance in your current role with personal attention and experienced staff.

Join the Walsh Family

Your network is a valuable asset. Make new connections by joining the Walsh Accounting & Taxation Student Organization (ATSO), which is open to all current and prospective Walsh students. The ATSO connects you with fellow students and provides real-life, hands on experience through volunteer opportunities with the Accounting Aid Society, Crohn’s Foundation, and March of Dimes.

*2018 Top in Tax Educational Survey according to tax employers