Master of Science in Accounting

For seasoned or aspiring accountants. Prep for the CPA exam and earn your Master's Degree online at New England College.

The Master of Science in Accounting - Online (MSA) program will provide you with the appropriate mix of theory and professional practice, help prepare you for the CPA exam and satisfy the 150-hour requirements of most states, and enable you to enter or remain in the field of accounting. You will learn to master the principles and standards of accounting and how to apply them accurately and correctly in your work. You will be taught by certified CPA accountants who hold multiple professional designations and attorneys who teach business law and ethics. This program is right for those in bookkeeping, accounting and financial management or those ready to move into accounting.

"While pursuing my master degree in accounting at NEC, I have enjoyed the convenience of online learning and the advanced topics that I have been exposed to particularly in financial reporting, taxation and corporate finance which allowed me to solve real-world business problems."
~ Ryan A Briouig, Master of Science in Accounting - Online Student

Online, Convenient, Flexible

The MSA online program consists of ten courses for a total of 40 credit hours. You can complete the program in less than two years. You will take two online, seven-week courses per semester, focusing on one course at a time. This course delivery method is specifically designed for working professionals like you to make the most efficient use of your time and to optimize your learning experience.

You can start the program six times per year in spring, summer, or fall.