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Master of Accountancy

Move your Accounting Career into the Fast Lane

The Master of Accountancy program at Florida Southern College is a 30 credit hour program that builds upon the technical accounting foundation obtained from a bachelor's in accounting. The MAcc prepares students for a professional career in accounting, while also fulfilling the eligibility requirements to sit for the Uniform Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Exam.

Upcoming Term Start Dates

1/7/2025

Designed for Working Professionals

The hybrid, low-residency structure of the MAcc program allows working professionals the flexibility to upskill and complete the program in 16-24 months, leading to more opportunities for career advancement.

AACSB Accredited

Accreditation by AACSB is the mark of excellence in business education earned by the top 5% of business schools worldwide.

Top Reasons

Hybrid Format: On-Campus and Online Model

Students get the benefit of a flexible schedule that can be tailored to their individual lifestyle: Of the total 30-hours of coursework, 14 hours are offered in a convenient online format while 16 hours are offered in a hybrid, low-residency format. The hybrid model consists of in-person classes every other week, with the rest of the work completed online (7 on campus classes during each of the Fall and Spring semesters)

Gain Marketable Skills

The MAcc program is designed to build strong analytical reasoning and problem-solving skills and to enhance effective communication with dynamic course content and an emphasis on real-world applications.

Research

Students select a faculty mentor and conduct consequential research related to a relevant and timely accounting topic of their choosing. This experience builds a strong foundation in technical writing and communication skills.

Professional Certification Prep

The MAcc program provides everything you need to sit for the Uniform CPA Examination in Florida and most other states. Additionally, CPA Exam Reviews can be taken as a part of the elective courses in the MAcc program.

Expert Faculty

Multiple faculty members have been recognized as FICPA Outstanding Educators. Faculty have extensive experience and engage in practical research resulting in publications in a variety of journals. Professionals provide additional perspectives through classroom presentations. Our low student to faculty ratio allows for increased personal interactions and direct mentorship.

Connected

The program affords various opportunities to network with professionals in the marketplace through our annual Accounting-only “Moc” Interviews and Career Fair, and other engaging networking events throughout the year. The program is supported by the Institute of Accounting Excellence board.

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Meet Our Mocs

Charles Gotsch
Chase Ibbotson
Daphne Compere
Edgar Sandoval
Katie Sharp
Rea Joerger

CPA Pathway

Looking to complete accounting courses needed to sit for the CPA Exam? Or do you need to take courses to become eligible for the MAcc program? Our Pathways program may be right for you.

Program Details

Admission Requirements

  • An earned baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education as verified by an official transcript of all undergraduate work completed, with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale.*
  • Current Résumé
  • Personal Statement of Professional Goals
  • Recommendation Form or Letter of Reference

Additional International Requirements

  • Official Translated Transcripts With Course By Course Evaluation**
  • Bank Letter Verifying Funds of Sponsor***
  • Sponsor's Guarantee Form
  • Valid Passport
  • Official TOEFL/IELTS Score****
** SpanTran (discount available), Academic Evaluation Services, Inc., Josef Silny, or World Education Services or another similar approved transcript evaluation agency.
*** A bank letter is a written statement on bank letterhead and signed by a bank official.
**** Must have completed an English language training program or at least one year at an English speaking institution to waive the TOEFL/IELTS testing requirement.

2024-2025 Additional Admission Requirements for the MAcc Program

Completion of the following undergraduate accounting courses (or approved equivalents):

  • ACC 2111 Foundations of Financial Accounting
  • ACC 2112 Foundations of Managerial Accounting
  • ACC 3105 Accounting Information Systems
  • ACC 3111 Financial Intermediate Accounting I
  • ACC 3112 Financial Intermediate Accounting II
  • ACC 3211 Cost Accounting
  • ACC 4411 Federal Taxation
  • ACC 4511 Auditing

Course Delivery

Scheduling is flexible and efficient for the working professional. Of the total 30-hours of coursework, 14 hours are offered in a convenient online format while 16 hours are offered in a hybrid, low-residency format. The hybrid model consists of in-person classes every other week, with the rest of the work completed online (7 on campus classes during each of the Fall and Spring semesters)

Curriculum

Accounting Core Courses - 15 hours

Course NumberCourse Name
ACC 6200Advanced Auditing
ACC 6300Advanced Financial Accounting
ACC 6400Advanced Managerial Accounting
ACC 6800Advanced Taxation
ACC 6900Research and Capstone Project
Total Core15

Accounting Electives* (choose 5) - 15 hours

Course NumberCourse Name
ACC 6520Government and Not for Profit Accounting
ACC 6540Regulatory Accounting
ACC 6560Forensic Accounting
ACC 6580Advanced Information Systems
ACC 6720Special Topics in Tax
ACC 6840CPA Review **
Total Electives15

MAcc Program Total - 30 hours

*A student may take up to two MBA courses (6 credit hours) as MAcc electives, with approval of the MAcc Director.
**Please note that the Florida State Board of Accountancy requires a total of 150 hours for CPA licensure, not to include ACC 6500 CPA Review Course.

Program Costs

2024-2025

Base Required FeesCost
Tuition Per Credit Hour$875
Technology fee per semester is based on credit hours enrolled$25 to $100

$250 Non-Refundable Enrollment Deposit (Upon acceptance and applied toward your first semester tuition balance)

Scholarships Available

Graduate Assistantships

A limited number of graduate assistantships are offered. The assistantship program offers tuition discounts in exchange for hours worked.

To be eligible to apply for a Graduate Assistantship position students must have:

  • Already been accepted into their chosen program

Various Amounts

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Online

MAcc Virtual Information Session

Adult & Grad Admissions

MAcc Virtual Information Session

Nov 13 12:00 PM

An online webinar for prospective graduate students to learn more about the Master of Accountancy program. This event is designed to present an overview of our MAcc program, provide an opportunity to connect with faculty, and hear from your admission counselor.

Location: Online

Online

MAcc Virtual Information Session

Adult & Grad Admissions

MAcc Virtual Information Session

Dec 12 12:00 PM

An online webinar for prospective graduate students to learn more about the Master of Accountancy program. This event is designed to present an overview of our MAcc program, provide an opportunity to connect with faculty, and hear from your admission counselor.

Location: Online

Online

MAcc Virtual Information Session

Adult & Grad Admissions

MAcc Virtual Information Session

Feb 12 12:00 PM

An online webinar for prospective graduate students to learn more about the Master of Accountancy program. This event is designed to present an overview of our MAcc program, provide an opportunity to connect with faculty, and hear from your admission counselor.

Location: Online

Program Contact

Shani Lizardi Shani Lizardi, MS

Associate Director of Adult and Graduate Admission

 863.680.5022

 863.267.8047

Celina Jozsi Celina Jozsi, MAcc, CPA

Instructor of Accounting

Becker Business - 221

 863.680.4286