Our MS in Accounting/MBA offers:
15 months
to earn your combined degree
4
analytics courses
0
years of accounting experience required
Program snapshot
Format
Full time, Boston campus
Class Begins
Late May
Credits
68
Class Schedule
Monday–Thursday
Time to Complete
15 months
Graduation
Degrees are conferred in May, August, and December with a graduation ceremony held at the end of the spring term. Learn more about commencement.
GMAT Requirement
For the 2021-22 and 2022-2023 academic years, Northeastern University is test-optional and does not require applicants to submit GMAT or GRE scores to be considered for admission. For more information, review our admissions policies.
F-1 visa compliant?
Yes, full-time study is compliant with F-1 visa requirements.
STEM Designated?
No.
Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
Yes. International students on an F-1 visa may accept paid, off-campus employment as part of their degree program.
Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Yes. International students on an F-1 visa may become eligible to work in the U.S. for up to 12 months after completing their program.
The MSA/MBA program was a great way to gain concrete, attainable skills that set you up perfectly for a career path in accounting. You earn a combined degree in only 15 months, and gain first-hand experience during accounting busy season through the corporate residency. The program also prepares you for the CPA examination from both a work ethic and technical knowledge point of view.
BETSY JACOBSON, MSA/MBA'14
Featured Faculty
Timothy J. Rupert
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MS in Accounting/MBA Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, you will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to demonstrate critical thinking in a business environment.