Master of Accountancy
Master of Accountancy
The Master of Accountancy (MACC) degree at UNC Charlotte is designed to help students successfully complete the CPA exam and prepare them for careers in public accounting, industry, banking and other organizations. It will also help prepare interested students for further study in doctoral programs or law school.
Our program strengthens the technical competency of students in specialized accounting fields including tax and financial accounting/auditing which provides graduates with the knowledge and judgment to succeed as an accounting professional.
Our graduates are top performers on the CPA exam and are heavily recruited by area public and private accounting firms and financial institutions.
- Growth in demand for accounting skills (BLS annual increase of 10% for the next 15 years)
- Earnings increases (average of 10% for the first 5-7 years with higher rates after that)
- Career flexibility (public accounting, corporate accounting, government and not for profit entities, general business; 15% of CEOs were CFOs)
- Geographic flexibility (anywhere in the U.S with global options as well)
Why get your Master’s degree at Charlotte?
CPA Preparation
In addition to the extensive background you’ll receive in the classroom, you may also participate in a CPA review for additional preparation prior to sitting for the CPA Exam. Our program and faculty provide specific guidance on how to successfully prepare for the CPA exam throughout your time in the program. The MACC program also has a strong working relationship with Becker CPA Review, who offers courses to prepare students for the CPA exam.
Active Recruiting Environment
The Belk College of Business has strong ties to the Charlotte business community. We have a formal placement structure that provides numerous opportunities for you to engage with recruiters and hiring managers. We typically have 20+ firms and companies participate in the recruitment process each fall!
Career Coaching + Professional Development
Define your professional development plan in one-on-one career counseling sessions. You and your career coach will explore personal and career development topics such as personal branding, managing your job search, networking strategies and professional performance techniques. You can also expand your knowledge base by attending the Belk College’s regular professional development sessions. Topics range from building your network and successfully marketing yourself to interviewing, negotiations and business etiquette.
accreditation
AACSB
UNC Charlotte was the first university in the Charlotte region to earn accreditation by AACSB International, and has now held that distinction for more than 30 years.
AACSB International accreditation represents the highest standard of achievement for business schools, worldwide. Institutions that earn this distinction confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and comprehensive peer review. AACSB International accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in management education.
SACSCOC
UNC Charlotte is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. UNC Charlotte also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of UNC Charlotte may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte was reaffirmed by SACSCOC for the next ten years. The decision was made at the December 2023 Annual Meeting of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
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