Career development is an integral component of the MSA Capstone course. Supported by experienced accounting faculty, students craft a career plan, update their resume, and expand their network within key accounting professional organizations. Overall, an MSA from Kent State provides a great foundation for career advancement and growing your professional network.

Built to Quality Matters course standards with frequent faculty-student engagement.

The curriculum at Kent State University offers an advanced accounting coursework core and a variety of electives that allow you to structure a concentration tailored directly to your needs. No matter your starting point, our courses will develop your data skills including the use of AI. Our approach is designed to enhance your analytical abilities and provide you with a competitive edge in the job market and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry.

It is important to note that students enrolling in the master’s in accounting online may start in either the fall or spring semesters and can either attend full-time or part-time. With our flexible online approach, students can take courses at their own pace from virtually anywhere in the world. 

For those interested, a combined-degree option with the Kent State Accounting BBA program is available. Also, students without an accounting background can easily start the online master’s in accounting program with fundamental accounting certificates. 

MSA graduates sit for a variety of professional certifications, such as CPA, CMA, CISA, CFE, and CIA. The online master’s in accounting program incorporates Becker CPA Review materials across multiple courses. (Please refer to the most recent academic requirements for admission to the CPA exam issued by the applicable state, e.g., the Accountancy Board of Ohio). The MSA program also incorporates CMA and IIA exam materials.

While pursuing your master’s in accounting online, some of the best ways to prepare for your CPA examination include: