Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the MSA, our graduates will be able to:

• Apply discipline-specific knowledge and skills in the field of accounting.  This Learning Outcome includes a working knowledge of accounting for external financial reporting, managerial applications, attest and assurance, as well as an understanding of the strategic role of accounting and financial information systems in business and society.
• Recognize and analyze ethical issues in accounting and business; select and defend a course of action
• Effectively communicate complex accounting and business concepts both orally and in writing.
• Apply critical thinking skills when analyzing and solving structured as well as unstructured problems
• Understand international accounting standards.
• Research professional/academic literature and databases to analyze complex accounting issues and prepare for life-long learning in the field.