Regis University School of Management
Master of Science in Accounting
Regis University's Master of Science in Accounting is designed to allow career-oriented adults and accounting professionals to complete their entire MS in Accounting degree online, or to choose the classroom-based format, whichever format best fits their lifestyle.
In the past several years, accounting fraud at some of the nation’s most notable corporations has changed the face of the accounting industry. Significant changes have been made to the regulations surrounding financial reporting of public companies, and the creation of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act has created an unprecedented demand for accountants and auditors at corporations and accounting firms across the country.
Class Format
Online 
Classroom- Available in accelerated 8-week terms
Tuition
Classroom-based courses: $770 /credit hour
Online-based courses: $825 /credit hour
Total Degree Requirements
30 Credit Hours
Related Certificates
- Accounting
- Executive International Management
- Strategic Business Management
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- All Graduate Certificates
Want to learn more about Regis University and the Master of Science in Accounting degree program? We are here to help you get started.
- Request an information packet on your degree.
- Reach an Enrollment Counselor by phone at 1-800-944-7667. Enrollment Counselors are available Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (MST)
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The Regis CPS classroom-based and online MS in Accounting degree has a strong foundation in ethics demanded by corporations and accounting licensing bodies. Curriculum focuses on the expanded knowledgebase required of accountants in today’s business world, providing Regis CPS students with applicable skills and knowledge in:
- Financial analysis
- Tax preparation
- Financial accounting
- Auditing
- Understanding new accounting pronouncements
- Changing tax laws
- Tightened financial reporting requirements
A Path to the CPA Examination
Curriculum option is offered to meet the 150-hour educational requirement to sit for the CPA exam (currently required in 41 states). The 2004 Candidate Performance on the Uniform CPA Examination study revealed that first time CPA exam candidates with 150 hours of education had a 56% better chance of passing all subjects than those with fewer than 150 hours. And historically, Regis graduates have ranked among the most successful in Colorado in passing the CPA exam.
The degree is a ten-course 30-credit-hour graduate semester hour program with an additional seven major foundation courses in business and accounting. The foundation courses may be waived with an appropriate demonstrated academic or professional proficiency with the approval of the MS in Accounting Faculty Advisor.
Advancing Careers in Accounting
Students of the Regis CPS Accounting program will receive a well-rounded education, affording them a number of available career paths, including the following employment opportunities:
- Accountant
- Auditor
- Cost accountant
- Loan officer
- Financial analyst
- Tax examiner
- Tax accountant
- IRS auditor
Master’s Certificate in Accounting
The Regis CPS classroom-based and online Master’s Certificate in Accounting is designed for students who wish to complete an undergraduate degree in Accounting, then earn additional credits to be eligible to take the CPA examination. Most states* today require accountants to complete 150 college credit hours as a prerequisite to taking the CPA exam. Students earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting then complete 15 credits of graduate studies to earn a Master’s Certificate in Accounting. Under the guidance of their academic advisor, students will then select seven additional credits to earn a total of 150 credit hours.
* CPA requirements vary by state. These programs do NOT meet the requirements for the states of Texas, Utah and Delaware. Please see your individual State Board of Accountancy for specific requirements.
Click on a topic below to learn more about your degree:Start Dates
| Term | Classes Begin | Classes End | Registration Ends for Online Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2010 | January 11 | March 7 | January 7 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | March 8 | May 2 | March 4 |
| Summer 1 - 2010 | May 10 | July 4 | May 5 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | July 5 | August 29 | June 30 |
Required Courses
Pre-requisites - Transcript evaluation required to determine unmet requirements
- Financial Accounting (Accounting 1 and 2) (6 Credit Hours)
- Managerial Accounting or Cost Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- Business or Corporate Finance (3 Credit Hours)
- Business Statistics (3 Credit Hours)
- Marketing (3 Credit Hours)
- Intermediate Accounting 1 (3 Credit Hours)
- Intermediate Accounting 2 (3 Credit Hours)
Core Requirement 3 Credit Hours
- MSAC 601 Ethical and Legal Environment of Business (3 Credit Hours)
Degree Requirements 12 Credit Hours
- MSAA 602 Interpreting Accounting Information (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 603 Intermediate Accounting Applications (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 605 Advanced Auditing (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 611 Tax Influences on Business Decision Making (3 Credit Hours)
Degree Electives- Choose 4 12 Credit Hours
- MSAF 602 Financial Decision Making (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 607 Governmental and Non Profit Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 608 International Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 609 Case Studies in Management Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 610 Controllership (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 617 Accounting Systems (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 619 Forensic Accounting (3 Credit Hours)
- MSAA 620 Derivatives (3 Credit Hours)
Capstone Course 3 Credit Hours
- MSAC 695 Business Planning and Strategy (3 Credit Hours)
Tuition Comparison
Find out how the cost of a graduate degree from Regis University compares to other higher education institutions
| Institution | Degree | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | MS in Accounting | 30 | $770 | $75 | $23,175 |
| Colorado State University | MAcc(Master of Accountancy) | 30 | $2,400/sem. or appx. $320/hr. |
$2,648 | $7,448 |
| Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University | Master of Accounting and Financial Management (MAFM) | 48 | $1,995/course or appx. $665/hr. |
All Inclusive | $31,920 |
| University of Denver - Daniels College of Business1 | Master of Accountancy (MAcc); Master of Taxation (MT.) | 34 | $1,434 | $2,550 | $51,306 |
| University of Pheonix2 | MS in Accountancy (MSA) | 36 | $520 | $1,305 | $20,025 |
1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours
2Based on 36 hours/12 courses (material fee-$105/course)
| Institution | Degree | Semester Hours Required | Cost per Semester Hour | Estimated Fees for Program | Estimated Total Program Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regis University | Master of Science in Accounting | 30 | $825 | $75 | $24,825 |
| Kaplan University1 | Master of Science in Accounting | 35 | $627 | $700 | $22,645 |
| Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University | Master of Accounting and Financial Management (MAFM) | 48 | $665 | All Inclusive | $31,920 |
| Nova Southeastern University | Master of Accounting and Master of Taxation | 40 | $675 | $200 | $27,200 |
| University of Maryland-University College | Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management (MSAF) | 36 | $694 | $340 | $25,324 |
| University of Pheonix2 | MS in Accountancy (MSA) | 36 | $655 | $1,305 | $24,885 |
1Quarter-hours converted to semester hours
2Based on 36 hours/12 courses (material fee-$105/course)
Admission Requirements & Application Deadlines
- Two years of full-time significant business related work experience
- Completed Online Application Form
- $75 non-refundable application fee (waived for graduates of Regis University)
- Degree-Bearing Official Transcripts
- Required Admissions Essay(s)
- Faculty Interview
- Current Résumé
- Additional admission requirements apply to students who are non-U.S. citizens
- Please remember - applications that are incomplete and/or missing information will NOT be processed
| Starts | Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Spring 1 - 2010 | December 28, 2009 |
| Spring 2 - 2010 | February 22, 2010 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | April 26, 2010 |
| Summer 2 - 2010 | June 21, 2010 |
* Your application file including all requirements, documents and fees, must be completed by the application deadline.
Luka Powanga, Ph.D.
School of Management
"Students attend Regis University CPS to attain a quality education that not only allows them to acquire the functional skills, but extends to developing the whole person capable of making a positive contribution to society. As an instructor, my role is to encourage an exchange of ideas and create a classroom environment that allows the concepts learned in the class to be tested in a real-world environment."