Utah Tech University

Graduate Program Information

The Utah Tech University Master of Accountancy (MAcc) degree is a professional preparatory education designed to develop the future accounting and business professional. MAcc students will:

  • Learn foundational concepts, how to navigate in the financial system, and how to impart consultative guidance
  • Qualify to sit for the CPA and CMA examinations, an essential step in becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
  • Obtain complimentary certifications, such as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Courses

  • Complete 30 credit hours with no grade lower than a C.
  • Earn at least a 3.0 grade point average in the graduate program.
  • No grades below C are acceptable -C- is calculated as an “f”.
  • Maintain a cumulative 3.0 GPA every semester in the program.
  • No more than 6 credits transferred from another program.

Master of Accountancy Sequence of Courses

30 credits (27 required credits + 3 elective credits)

Course Title Semester Duration
ACCT 6110 Financial Accounting & Reporting (FAR) Fall Full term
ACCT 6150 CPA Discipline Topics Fall Block 2
ACCT 6210 Individual Tax Fall Block 1
ACCT 6220 Advanced Pass Thru Entities Fall Block 2
ACCT 6130 Auditing & Attestation (AUD) Spring Block 1
ACCT 6140 Laws & Regulations (REG) Spring Block 2
ACCT 6320 Advanced Accounting Spring Full Term
ACCT 6330 Advanced Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination Spring Block 2
ACCT 6340 Predictive Analytics for Accounting & Decision Makin Spring Full term
Elective
ACCT 6310 Advanced Cost Accounting Fall * Block 1
ACCT 6900 Accounting Research – Critical Thinking Fall * Full term
ACCT 6950 Special Project (requires approval) Any term *

* One elective course is required and may be taken during any term.

Admissions Policy

Applicants are expected to meet the following minimum criteria:

  • 3.0 Cumulate GPA – 3.0 GPA in Accounting courses
  • Completed Application & Application Fee $50
  • Professional Resume
  • (2) Letters of Recommendation: One from academia and one from employer
  • Transcripts (from all attended institutions and must verify completed baccalaureate degree)
  • Statement of Purpose Essay
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from an Accredited College or University (AACSB or ACBSP),
    or – Completed Foundation Courses from an Accredited College or University
  • GMAT or GRE Test Score – 550 GMAT, 155 GRE or Approved Waiver

Foundation Courses

  • Financial Accounting
  • Managerial Accounting
  • Cost Accounting
  • Intermediate Accounting I
  • Intermediate Accounting II
  • Auditing
  • Tax Accounting I
  • Managerial Finance
  • Microeconomics
  • Statistics
  • Business Law
  • Marketing
  • Management & Organizations
  • Management Information Systems

Get Licensed as a CPA, CFE, or CMA

Not all accountants are Certified Public Accountants or Certified Management Accountants. These licenses and designations are not required to enter the workforce. However, receiving your CPA, CFE, or CMA certifications can distinguish you from other business professionals – the benefits are increased trust, opportunity, and financial reward.

CPA Licensure Requirements

To be licensed as a CPA in the state of Utah an individual must:

  • Complete at least 150 semester hours of college education and obtain a bachelor’s degree or higher.
  • Pass the Uniform CPA Exam and obtain official documentation of such.
  • Pass the AICPA Ethics Exam and obtain a document stating such.
  • Pass the Utah Laws and Rules Exam and obtain an official letter from the testing provider stating this.
  • Obtain an official copy of your college transcript in a sealed envelope from your school.
  • Have your supervising CPA complete the Certification of Accounting Experience for Licensure as a CPA from verifying one year of accounting experience.
  • Prepare the necessary application fees, payable to the Utah Divison of Occupational & Professional Licensing.

                           
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CMA Licensure Requirements

To be licensed as a CMA in the State of Utah, an individual must:

  • Complete and pass Parts 1 and 2 of the CMA Exam.
  • Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university or a related professional certification.
  • Abide by IMA’s Statement of Ethical Professional Practice.
  • Have two continuous years of professional experience in management accounting of financial management.

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CFE Licensure Requirements
  • Eligibility to be certified is based on a point system which awards credit for education, professional affiliations, and experience.
  • To be certified, a candidate must have a minimum of two years professional experience and 50 points (which includes education).
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) received from a recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Professional Experience must be directly or indirectly related to the detection or deterrence of fraud.

Related Resources

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Contact

Faculty & Staff

Ross Johnston

Program Chair

Email: Ross.Johnston@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-879-4316

Office: UHB 131