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Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

The Accounting Analytics graduate certificate presents material relevant to advanced practice of accounting and includes knowledge tested on the CPA exam. The certificate focuses on the application of technology that supports analytical approaches in the accounting profession. The completed certificate may be applied to satisfy a portion of the course requirements for the Master of Science in Accounting degree.

Discover everything you need to know about our online Accounting Analytics certificate below to better understand how it can benefit your future in accounting. 

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Program Information for Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Apply research and analytical skills to solve accounting problems.
  2. Effectively communicate using oral and written communication skills in a business setting.
  3. Assemble, cleanse and analyze the information provided by information systems, and prepare summary reports useful for business decision-making.
Admissions for Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 3.000 GPA in accounting classes and 2.700 overall GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
1

International applicants who do not meet the above test scores will not be considered for admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
  • Summer Term
    • Rolling admissions
Coursework
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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
ACCT 53013ADVANCED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING 3
ACCT 53043INTERNAL AUDIT AND FRAUD EXAMINATION 3
ACCT 63024INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUDIT: CONTROLS AND ANALYTICS 3
ACCT 63050ADVANCED ACCOUNTING ANALYTICS AND TECHNOLOGY 3
Minimum Total Credit Hours:12

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000 3.000
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • Fully online

Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Accounting Analytics - Graduate Certificate

Accountants and auditors

4.3%

about as fast as the average

1,436,100

number of jobs

$73,560

potential earnings

Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

Answering Your FAQs About Our Accounting Analytics Certificate

Who is the best candidate for the Accounting Analytics certificate?

Our online Accounting Analytics graduate certificate is the ideal program for any of the following:

  • Accounting professionals who want to update their skills
  • Business leaders who do not have accounting backgrounds but want to learn more about the field
  • Those who are preparing for the CPA exam

What are possible careers after earning an Accounting Analytics graduate certificate?

Earning an online Accounting Analytics certificate expands your skillset, which will help you advance in your current role or even take on new opportunities. While this list is not conclusive, here are some possible career paths you can pursue:

  • Financial analyst
  • Management accountant
  • Auditor
  • Tax analyst
  • Financial consultant
  • Accounting information systems analyst
  • Data analyst

How does earning a post graduate certificate in accounting analytics help when working toward my CPA?

As you work toward earning your graduate certificate in accounting analytics, you will:

  • Obtain advanced knowledge and skills that deepen your understanding and proficiency in areas that will be tested on the exam
  • Have networking opportunities with other accounting professionals, including students, alumni, and faculty members, allowing you to ask questions about the exam and life after you earn your certificate
  • Increase your confidence in your accounting and analysis abilities

What are the benefits of taking part in Kent State’s online graduate certificate in accounting analytics program?

When you enroll in our Accounting Analytics graduate certificate program, you will be taking a 100% virtual course that fits seamlessly into your schedule.

Additionally, this certificate can be used to satisfy a portion of the requirements needed to complete your MSA, which means that you can continue your education at a different time if desired.

Why choose Kent State as your destination for earning your Accounting Analytics online certificate?

At Kent State's Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship, we are dedicated to being a top-tier business college that develops tomorrow’s leaders for a changing world, and we do this through all of our certificate and degree programs.

Our certificates are designed to ensure Kent State graduates have the skills, competency, and knowledge to succeed in the next phase of their career.

We offer the following benefits for those working toward an online graduate certificate in accounting analytics:

  • Flexible course structure allows students to balance personal and professional obligations
  • Comprehensive coursework gives you a well-rounded education on key principles that can be applied in the accounting field
  • Easy application process only requires a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, official transcripts, a resumé, and a minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Apply to Our Online Accounting Analytics Certificate Program Today!

If you are interested in our program, please apply today! We would love to have you in our classes and help you as you fulfill your career goals.

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