MBA in Accounting

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MVNU's MBA Program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs

Accounting is one of nine extensive MBA concentrations offered by MVNU.

The ability to analyze and interpret financial data is a sought-after skill and increasingly important as organizations expand across the globe. An online MBA with a concentration in Accounting enhances our Master of Business Administration degree program by deep-diving into the complexities of the accounting field.

Accountants work in a wide variety of roles, all the way up to the C-suite. An MBA in Accounting develops professional expertise in accounting management, regulatory compliance, education, advisory roles, and more.

NEXT START DATE:

2/3/20
ONLINE

Program Details

EST. PROGRAM LENGTH:19 months

COURSE LENGTH:6 WEEKS

COST PER CREDIT HOUR:$498

CREDIT HOURS:36

TRANSFER CREDITS:Up to 6

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MBA CURRICULUM

9+3

MBA students selecting to concentrate in Accounting must complete nine (9) required MBA core courses in addition to the three (3) concentration-specific courses. The MBA in Accounting requires a total of 36 credits.

Required MBA Courses	Credit Hours
Ethical Leadership	3
Managerial Economics	3
Marketing Management	3
Legal Issues in Management	3
Organizational Behavior	3
Global Business	3
Managerial Accounting	3
Corporate Finance	3
Strategic Management	3
Total MBA Core Hours	27
+ MBA Concentration	9
Total MBA Hours	36

ACCOUNTING CONCENTRATION COURSES

The remaining nine (9) credit hours required in the MBA program are taken in the Accounting concentration and are all fully online. Students pursuing the Accounting MBA concentration examine the nuances of the accounting field, touching on topics such as fraud, internal control, and ethics in accounting.

AUDITING AND INTERNAL CONTROL

This class covers the study and application of the functions of independent auditors, professional ethics, legal liability, internal control, auditing standards, and auditing procedures.

FRAUD AND FORENSIC ACCOUNTING

This class examines fraud in business with an emphasis on the manipulation of accounting records as well as embezzlement. It entails case studies on how to uncover and prevent malfeasance in both profit and nonprofit companies.

ACCOUNTING ETHICS

In this course, students focus on core values of the accounting profession such as ethical reasoning, integrity, objectivity, and independence. Topics include economics, price and consumer behavior, business and accounting issues, ethics and information technology, and professional standards.

CAREERS IN ACCOUNTING

Accountants are an integral part of private, public, and nonprofit organizations. Whether your interest lies in forecasting and strategizing growth, analyzing organization-wide budgets to track loss, or improving the processes of nonprofits or government agencies, the field of accounting offers endless flexibility and versatility.

Job opportunities in the field of accounting span a variety of industries, and accounting professionals can find work in large accounting firms, small businesses, and both the public and private sectors. What’s more, employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6% from 2018 to 2028, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

MBA TUITION

Cost Per Credit	Credit Hours Required	Total Tuition
$498	36	$17,928

Tuition costs are subject to change; up-to-date costs are provided during enrollment. Textbook costs are not included in the total cost of the program. Course-by-course payment is due by the first night of each course. Mount Vernon Nazarene University also features a unique tuition guarantee; MBA students pay the same amount for the duration of their enrollment, regardless of changes to tuition and fees.

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MVNU’s Accounting MBA concentration offers a flexible degree leading to a versatile career. Detail-oriented and skilled accountants can mean the difference between perfect books and an audit. Are you ready to become an integral part of the smooth operation of your workplace? Request more information about earning an MBA with a concentration in Accounting today!

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