Hayward,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Accountancy in Hayward United States | California State University, East Bay
California State University, East Bay
|
Hayward United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,492
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
17 months
The Master of Science in Accountancy is a 17-month graduate program following a cohort model. This curriculum equips students for careers in accounting or auditing across public accounting firms, corporate settings, government entities, or non-profit sectors. Designed as a challenging, top-tier accounting program, it delivers the necessary coursework to fulfill California's 150-hour CPA licensure mandate and eligibility for the CPA examination. The curriculum emphasizes mastery of U.S. and global financial reporting standards, auditing practices, tax laws, business regulations, accounting data analytics, and professional ethics. Additionally, it fosters the development of effective communication abilities and collaborative team skills essential for accounting professionals.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students with a baccalaureate degree in any subject from an accredited college or university may apply. Work experience is desirable, but not required. Apply through Continuing Education at https://www.ce.csueastbay.edu/
To be considered for admission to the M.S. in Accountancy program, each applicant is evaluated on the basis of:
Past academic performance as reflected in undergraduate grade point average and subsequent coursework, a minimum of 2.5 GPA is required,
Results of the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) [CSUEB MSA program GMAT code is TCV-K9-86]:
Both verbal and quantitative percentages must be greater than 20%.
Index score must be greater than 1,050 [Index Score = Upper Division GPA x 200 + Total GMAT].
GRE equivalent scores are accepted.
GMAT scores will be waived for the following:
if an applicant has an overall GPA of 3.0 or above for the bachelor degree received from an accreduted U.S. university.
if an applicant has passed all four parts of the US CPA Examination.
if an applicant has completed an MBA degree from an AACSB accredited business school.
For International students: demonstrated proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based) or IELTS of 6.5 or bove),
Accounting or business experience,
Personal interview.
To be considered for admission to the M.S. in Accountancy program, each applicant is evaluated on the basis of:
Past academic performance as reflected in undergraduate grade point average and subsequent coursework, a minimum of 2.5 GPA is required,
Results of the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) [CSUEB MSA program GMAT code is TCV-K9-86]:
Both verbal and quantitative percentages must be greater than 20%.
Index score must be greater than 1,050 [Index Score = Upper Division GPA x 200 + Total GMAT].
GRE equivalent scores are accepted.
GMAT scores will be waived for the following:
if an applicant has an overall GPA of 3.0 or above for the bachelor degree received from an accreduted U.S. university.
if an applicant has passed all four parts of the US CPA Examination.
if an applicant has completed an MBA degree from an AACSB accredited business school.
For International students: demonstrated proof of English proficiency (e.g. TOEFL score of 80 (internet-based) or IELTS of 6.5 or bove),
Accounting or business experience,
Personal interview.
Tuition
USD
18,492