Public Accounting MS

The Master of Science in Public Accounting is offered to those who want to enter or advance their careers in the profession of public accountancy as certified public accountants (CPAs). 

Our courses integrate advanced study and research in auditing, taxation and financial and management accounting with business courses in the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. 

Mercy University offers a supplemental pre-requisite preparatory program for candidates with business or accounting background. 

Career Opportunities

The CPA license opens the door to a vast number of opportunities. 

• Auditor 
• Tax Accountant 
• Controller 
• Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) 
• Chief Financial Officer (CFO) 
• Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 

Admissions Requirements

Requirements for matriculation and admission into the Master of Science in Public Accounting include:

1. A baccalaureate transcript (foreign academic credit evaluation, such as World Education Services (WES), if applying as an international student).

• Prerequisite courses include: ACCT 301, ACCT 330, and ACCT 420 (see Course Catalog for details). If you majored in something other than accounting, you’ll most likely need to take undergraduate prerequisite accounting and/or business courses. Contact the Accounting Chairperson, Denise Stefano, to apply to the prerequisite program and have your undergraduate credits evaluated.

1. A detailed Personal Statement stating the reasons for applying to the program and how the applicant can benefit by its completion.
2. Interview with the Accounting Department chairperson, Denise Stefano, or designee.