MAcc Learning Aims
Our Master of Accounting program prepares students to excel in an evolving financial landscape. By fostering a deep understanding of the accounting field, the program ensures students are prepared for both immediate success and long-term career advancement.
Analytical Proficiency
Learners will demonstrate the ability to effectively utilize technologies to search financial and other authoritative databases and present findings in written, oral and data analysis and presentation formats.
Technological Agility
Learners will demonstrate technological agility in applying accounting knowledge to complex issues.
Confident Decision-Making
Learners will demonstrate competency in the functional areas of accounting and in applying these competencies to financial decision-making.
Ethical and Regulatory Awareness
Learners will demonstrate the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to professional, ethical, and regulatory issues in accounting.
Professional Preparedness
Learners will be able toDemonstrate an in-depth understanding of the accounting profession and preparedness for its future.
Robert J. Callens, ’81, Partner, RSM US LLP
RSM has a long and very successful relationship with Loyola - supporting its programs, its faculty and staff, and its students. Over the years, we have recruited many of our most successful professionals from Loyola’s undergraduate and graduate programs. As a Loyola alumnus myself, I’m always proud when another Loyola student or alumnus joins the Firm.
John Peter Krahel, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Accounting
While earning a Masters will almost certainly qualify a student to earn his or her CPA license, the true benefit such programs provide comes from a truly increased depth of knowledge.
Christine Aspell, BBA & Partner, KPMG LLP
As chair of the Accounting Advisory Board and a future employer of accounting students, I’m excited this new program will offer a clear path to completion of the 150-hour requirement, in addition to building a pipeline of very qualified CPAs for years to come.
Bob Jirsa, BA ’77, Partner, RSM US LLP
The new MAcc curriculum is focused on developing deeper technical, communication and decision making skills, providing graduates crucial tools for successful careers in public accounting and beyond.
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