Secure a Career in a Growing Field
Research shows Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) graduates are more likely than others to get promoted to senior management and partnership positions at accounting firms. With an MSA from Maryland Smith, you’ll have stand-out credentials and access to helpful resources, putting you on the right track toward achieving your professional goals.
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$2.5M vs. $4M
Estimated lifetime earning of graduate with a BA in Accounting versus an MSA with a CPA certification.
$2.5M vs. $4M
Estimated lifetime earning of graduate with a BA in Accounting versus an MSA with a CPA certification.
Source: Becker/Accounting Today
Picture yourself as a ...
Assurance or Audit Accountant
Forensic Accountant
Tax Accountant
Corporate Accountant
Risk and IT Risk Consultant
Financial Consultant
Our MSA students have been hired by companies such as ...
Boost your Professional Skills
Maryland Smith’s Office of Career Services (OCS) can help you bridge the gap between being a student and an employed professional. You’ll have one-on-one access to a career coach who will provide you with personalized tips on how to articulate your strengths when interacting with your future employer.
OCS services you'll have personal access to include:
- Strategic job search planning
- Résumé workshops
- Interview preparation
- Salary negotiation coaching
- Individualized and small group coaching
- Job fairs
- Networking events
Where Your Degree Can Take You
FASTER THAN AVERAGE
10-year job growth for Accountants and Auditors
FASTER THAN AVERAGE
10-year job growth for Accountants and Auditors
$70k
Medium annual salary for Accountants and Auditors
41%
Employers planning to hire MSA job candidates
Sources: GMAC, Bureau of Labor Statistics
Join a club in line with what you’re currently studying or other clubs that will provide you with general connections and skills.
Graduate Students Accounting Association
This is the staple club for Maryland Smith’s MSA students. It offers great opportunities for you to network with your peers and become involved in social activities.
Connect with first- and second-year master's degree students and participate in networking events, such as alumni meet-and-greets, mentorship meetups and career panels.
MS Professional Communication Club
Practice and receive feedback on your communication skills. You'll learn how to prepare speeches, perform well in a case competitions and engage in impromptu talks and conversations.
“Because of the people I’ve met here and the location, I’ve really found out what my career goal is. This is the most rewarding benefit I got from the program.”
Chen Zhang
MS Accounting ’14 | Tax Senior, Ernst & Young
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