With options in Taxation, Financial Accounting and Information Systems, a Master of Science degree in Accounting (MSA) from Cal State LA’s College of Business and Economics will help you accelerate your career in accounting. Our program’s customizable options and flexible scheduling allow you to target your career path and be prepared for what lies ahead in an ever-changing profession.

Program Features:

- Graduates are prepared  for the CPA exam and

- Work towards professional certifications including Fraud Examination and Internal Auditing

- High-demand options

- Industry-focused events

- Guest lecturers and award-winning student events

M.S. Accounting Roadmap

Program Requirements:

All students applying to the MS Accounting program must have the following:

- Bachelor’s degree - all majors accepted

- A grade point average of at least 2.5 (A=4.0) or in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted

- Two letters of Recommendation

- Professional résumé

- Statement of purpose

- Unofficial transcripts

For a detailed list of requirements for admission into our graduate programs, including requirements for international students, please visit our requirements page here.