Accountancy (MSA)
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Stand out in your career with a top-ranked MSA degree.
Our students come with solid quantitative skills and leave more than prepared to pass the CPA exam. They expect more from a master’s program — to build careers that stand the test of time. Heavily recruited by the top financial services and accounting firms, our graduates embark immediately on their careers.
Ours is one of the top four Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) and Master of Accounting (MAcc) programs in the nation, according to Public Accounting Report, and one known for its quality, rigor and focus on ethics. The MS in Accountancy program at Notre Dame will help you ask more of business and ask more of yourself.
Duration:
10 Months
Format & Location:
Full-time on the Notre Dame campus
Start Date:
August 17
Highlights: MSA Student Experience
The 10-month MSA is a rigorous full-time program, located on our iconic campus. To prepare for today’s complex accounting environment, you want to learn from the best. At Notre Dame, you will:
Add Analytics to Your Accounting Toolkit
Beginning in Fall 2020, you will also be able to add a concentration in data analytics to your studies, so you are more prepared than ever for the evolving role of today’s accountant.
Pick a path that works for you.
The Assurance and Advisory Services track is ideal for preparing you for a career in public accounting, corporate finance or with a financial institution. The Tax Services track will prepare you for a career with a public accounting firm, business enterprise or governmental agency. Regardless of the track you choose, you'll have a great deal of flexibility when it comes to curriculum with up to 60% elective courses.
Immerse yourself in a global experience.
In our 10-month program, you will still have time to study abroad. An increasingly complex global market demands accounting and financial professionals who understand the international context of their industry. At Notre Dame, you'll have the chance to gain that international perspective by travelling to South America, South Africa, or Asia.
Join a community committed to your success.
The connection among MSA students doesn't end at commencement. You'll find that your peers and classmates become your professional support network and your lifelong friends.
MSA Class Profile – Three Year Average
91
Total Students
45%
Female Students
13%
Domestic Minority Students
23
Mean Age
3.56
Mean GPA
635
Mean GMAT
19%
International Students
64%
Non-ND Undergrads
Career Development
Historically, over 80% of our MSA students accepted employment offers with one of the Big Four accounting firms. Other graduates accepted opportunities with a variety of firms or chose to pursue a Ph.D. in accountancy. All of them were prepared to do exactly what they wanted upon graduation.
Career Services provides a CPA academic adviser and one-on-one career coaching connecting you with unparalleled networking and job opportunities you won’t find anywhere else.
The MSA program has a designated Faculty CPA Advisor on hand to assist you in selecting courses that are right for certification in your state
The MS in Accountancy Association, Beta Alpha Psi and the renowned Notre Dame alumni network present a wide range of professional networking opportunities.
With the help of one-on-one career coaching, 100% of our graduates secured employment within six months of graduation. 82% of accepted offers are with the Big Four.
- Andersen Tax
- BDO
- Deloitte
- EY
- Grant Thornton
- KPMG
- PwC
Class of 2019 Placement By Region
11%
WEST
10%
SOUTHWEST
43%
MIDWEST
8%
SOUTH
9%
MID-ATLANTIC
16%
NORTHEAST
3%
INTERNATIONAL
Our Community
Alumnus "The combination of Notre Dame’s academic reputation and being a Catholic University made the decision simple for me. It was a great privilege to study and receive a degree from Notre Dame."
Alumna "During my career, I always knew I'd be able to achieve what I want and Big Four accounting was what I wanted. Notre Dame helped me shorten the process of getting there."
Student "I chose Notre Dame because of the countless opportunities available to students inside and outside of the classroom, as well as the outstanding alumni network. Being a student in the MSA program has been instrumental in my personal and professional growth and has brought me lifelong friendships. I feel blessed to be a member of the ND family!"