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Graduate Accounting Programs
About our Graduate Accounting Programs
Interested in pursuing graduate-level studies in the field of accounting? The CWU College of Business offers three graduate accounting programs tailored to fit your specific career goals.
Why Study Accounting at CWU
All three graduate programs are offered fully online at affordable rates, and each prepares you for a specific professional certification. Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) is designed to prepare you for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam, Graduate Management Accounting Certificate for Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification, and Graduate Professional Tax Practice Certificate for IRS Special Enrollment Examination (SEE). These professional credentials are in high demand in accounting, management, and taxation.
“The demand for accounting graduates has been booming. We have never seen such a tight labor market for accounting majors. Most students have multiple offers before they even graduate. Sometimes, students get an offer immediately after the interview.” — Han Donker, Accounting Department Chair
Program Options
CWU College of Business offers 3 graduate accounting programs.
The Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA) program at CWU prepares you for a successful career in Accounting and the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. The MPA program is delivered 100% online, through a combination of live (synchronous) classes and asynchronous online modules. Live class sessions are held via video conferencing platforms.
- Online attendance: students may attend live classes remotely from anywhere
- Classes meet once a week 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
- 45 quarter credits
- Program can be completed in 12 months (4 quarters)
- Rolling admissions
- Financial aid available
Ready to apply? Create an application through the CWU application portal.
If you have additional questions, please view our MPA Frequently Asked Questions page or contact acct@cwu.edu
The Graduate Management Accounting Certificate is designed with 24 credits of course work modeled after the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) exam and prepares students for a career in managerial accounting.
Ready to apply? Create an application and submit your unofficial transcripts and resume to acct@cwu.edu
The Graduate Professional Tax Practice Certificate is designed with 24 credits of course work aligned with the IRS Special Enrollment Examination (SEE), commonly known as the Enrolled Agent Exam. Enrolled Agent status is the highest credential the IRS awards. Enrolled Agents are nationally certified, can practice in any state with the same credential, and have unlimited practice rights before the IRS.
Ready to apply? Create an application and submit your unofficial transcripts and resume to acct@cwu.edu
Careers and Opportunities
Accounting professionals with CPA, CMA, and/or SEE credentials have been in high demand.
Recent career paths and employers of our graduates include:
- Accountants
- Auditors
- Budget Analysts
- Credit Analysts
- Financial Examiners
- Tax Agents
- Revenue Agents
Questions? Contact us.
For more information on admission requirements, reference our CWU Graduate School.
CWU’s College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Only 5% of business schools globally earn the coveted designation.
For more information, reference our Accreditation information.
