MS in Accounting/MBA
Launch your career in a high-growth industry by building deep accounting expertise and broad business leadership.
Program details
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Commitment
Full-time, 15 months
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Entry Terms
Summer
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Visa Compliant
Yes
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STEM-designated
No
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Program Options
No
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Locations
Boston
This program is ideal for
Students seeking an in-demand career in public accounting
Non-accounting majors who enjoy working with numbers and want a fast track into business
Early-career professionals ready to pivot into accounting and broaden their business expertise
Application deadlines
*Final deadline for international applicants needing a new F-1 or J-1 visa
Launch your accounting career
- Take a fast-track to business and earn a master's in 15 months.
- Master accounting and business skills
- Learn to turn data into strategy through an Analytics concentration
- Complete a paid corporate residency at a leading accounting firm
Program details
Build lifelong connections in business and accounting
The MS in Accounting/MBA program is designed for recent graduates and early-career professionals from non-accounting backgrounds—bringing diverse perspectives to business challenges. In this 15-month combined degree, you'll complete sequential courses in accounting, business, and analytics alongside a dedicated cohort. Upon graduation, you'll be ready to launch a successful accounting career.
In 15 months, you'll complete a comprehensive accounting curriculum, a corporate residency, MBA courses to round out your business perspective, and a critical 12-credit analytics concentration that will prepare you for the digital future of accounting.
Typical program timeline
At D'Amore-McKim, we excel at blending classroom instruction and academic theory with experience-powered learning. This approach broadens your knowledge, fosters creativity, and equips you to navigate the evolving demands of today's business world. From the moment you begin your program to the day you graduate, you'll gain valuable experiences that enhance your perspective and boost your confidence:
- Learn from renowned faculty who are seasoned practitioners and thought leaders
- Study real-world cases that vividly illustrate course concepts
- Apply theories in the workplace for immediate, practical impact
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Commodities Trading Club
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DATA Club
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Graduate Consulting Club
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Sustainable Finance Club
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Experience-powered learning
Corporate residency: Build experience in the fast-paced world of accounting
Our signature corporate residency is a defining part of the MS in Accounting/MBA. During three months of full-time, salaried work at a leading accounting firm, you'll gain firsthand experience during the industry's busiest season:
- Take on critical projects during accounting's busy season
- Solve problems as a valued member of a team
- Receive one-on-one guidance from a seasoned mentor at your firm
- Earn a salary ($14.5k on average) for your work
- Build strong connections—100% of eligible students land a residency, and 99% receive full-time job offers from their firm
Previous corporate residencies
The most significant thing I gained in my corporate residency besides experience was confidence. Going into a new career, it made it feel like I belonged.
Juliana Hadjiyane, MS in Accounting/MBA'22
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Faculty & learning
Our world-class faculty bring years of experience, innovative leadership, and global perspectives to their teaching and are dedicated to preparing you for success in a rapidly evolving business world. You'll learn from professors of practice with deep experience at Big 4 and top accounting firms, as well as from the nation's leading behavioral accounting research group.
Class profile
Learn about our diverse, talented MS in Accounting/MBA Class of 2024, including demographics, academic and professional backgrounds, international connections, and more.
Careers & support
You'll receive personalized career support from the Graduate School of Professional Accounting's student services team. They'll work with you one-on-one on professional goals and connect you with the right opportunities through their strong employer relationships. Through networking events and learning opportunities, you'll continue to grow professionally—both in and out of the classroom.
Professional licensure
Earning your MS in Accounting is a critical step toward CPA licensure and a career in public accounting. For information on where this program will help you achieve professional licensure, please visit Northeastern's consumer information website and review Professional Licensure Disclosure.
Alumni network
One of the most valuable benefits of earning your master's degree from D'Amore-McKim is the chance to become part of our elite alumni network—more than 62,800 members strong across 154 countries—who regularly connect through events, programs, services, chapters, volunteering, and more. As a graduate of the Graduate School of Professional Accounting, you'll also join a close-knit, 4,000+ member alumni community known for mentoring students and opening doors at top accounting firms.
International students
Northeastern's Office of Global Services provides the expertise and support you need to maintain compliance through your immigration, academic journey, and employment experiences—including any Curricular Practical Training deemed necessary or integral to your academic program and Pre-Completion and Post-Completion Optional Practical Training work authorization.
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