Master of Accounting (MACC)
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In the Master of Accounting (MACC) program at Olin, students develop the skills necessary to enter the growing and dynamic fields of public accounting, corporate accounting, consulting, and financial services.
The MACC degree requires the completion of 33 credits. This includes 16.5 credits of core required courses, 1.5 credits of experiential learning, and 15 credits of electives. Of those 15 credits of electives, 10.5 must be STEM-designated electives. Areas of focus include auditing, taxes, ethical decision making in accounting, and business analysis using financial statements. Experiential courses built into the curriculum allow MACC students to gain hands-on experience.
Three Paths to a MACC Degree
We offer a highly tailored educational experience to ensure students meet and exceed their individual goals.
Traditional Option
This option is designed for students who want to enhance their degree with a summer internship opportunity.
- Take three semesters to earn the degree
- STEM-designated degree
- 50% of the credits are elective
Accelerated Option
Our Master of Accounting accelerated option is the fastest path to jumpstarting an accounting career.
- Earn the degree in just two semesters
- STEM-designated degree
- 50% of the credits are elective
4 + 1 Option
Current WashU undergrads — in any field of study — can save time and money when they earn an accounting master's on top of their undergraduate degree.
- Apply during their junior year
- Finish in as little as one semester
- STEM-designated degree
Note: Graduates of the MACC program who have completed a standard 120-credit bachelor's degree in accounting may earn the 150 cumulative credits needed to sit for the CPA exam.
Orientation Programs
All Specialized Master’s Programs students kick off their degrees with a multipronged orientation program designed to prepare them for academic, personal and professional success.
Students will participate in various online and in-person orientation activities prior to beginning their fall semester at Olin. SMP Start is a set of online modules that introduce students to the ins and outs of Washington University including policies and procedures, health and wellness, leadership opportunities, and more. SMP Orientation Week includes workshops, events, and cohort overviews including introductions to faculty and advisors. This week is set up to help students with their final preparations before the start of their first semester. Orientation includes career sessions, which serve as catalysts for students to help them get started in their career search. These programs are packed with opportunities for students to bond with their program cohort and to connect with their peers in all of the Specialized Master's Programs.
Students new to the United States may have the opportunity to participate in SMP GO, during which they will acclimate to the Olin Business School culture and strengthen their English and business communication skills.
Simultaneously, students will complete optional online, asynchronous foundation courses to bolster their background and maximize their academic preparation before the start of their degree program.
Master of Accounting (MACC) Required Courses
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 5030 | Business Analysis Using Financial Statements | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5031 | Advanced Business Analysis Using Financial Statements | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5550 | Accounting Policy and Research | 3.0 |
| ACCT 5640 | Auditing | 3.0 |
| ACCT 5650 | Taxation of Business Entities | 3.0 |
| ACCT 5680 | Financial ACCT III (Advanced Acct) | 3.0 |
| MGT 5600 | Professional Business Communication | 1.5 |
Master of Accounting STEM Elective Courses
Students must complete a minimum of 10.5 credits of STEM elective courses from the following list:
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 5002 | Strategic Cost Analysis | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5003 | Not-For-Profit Accounting | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5004 | Fraud Prevention | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5005 | IT Control and Audit | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5007 | Analysis of Financial Institutions & Financial Instruments | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5020 | Managerial Control Systems | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5050 | Advances in Management and Accounting | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5090 | Tax and Business Strategy | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5150 | Financial Reporting and Assurance in a Blockchain World | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5360 | Financial Issues in Leasing | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5670 | Taxation of Individuals | 3.0 |
| ACCT 5700 | International Financial Reporting Standards I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5755 | International Taxation | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5756 | Advanced International Taxation | 1.5 |
| DAT 5561 | Introduction to Python and Data Science | 3.0 |
Other Elective Courses
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 5013 | Ethics I | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5014 | Ethics II | 1.5 |
| ACCT 5080 | Financial Reporting from the CFO's Perspective | 1.5 |
| MGT 5110 | Law and Business Management | 1.5 |
| MGT 5795 | Crucial Business Conversations | 1.5 |
Experiential Courses
MACC students must take at least 1.5 credits of experiential courses.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| ACCT 5675 | Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) | 1.5 |
| MGT 5022 | Applied Problem Solving for Organizations | 1.5 |
| MGT 5103 | CEL Practicum | 3.0 |
| MGT 5105 | Taylor Community Consulting Project | 3.0 |
| MGT 5515 | Internship, Business and Application | 1.5 |