College of Business
Master of Professional Accountancy
Master of Professional Accounting | Graduate
Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA)
The MPA program is designed to prepare you to excel in your career and get you ready to take the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
You will learn about financial accounting, auditing, taxation, financial analytics, and accounting information systems. You will emerge as a well-rounded professional equipped to make meaningful contributions to the field of accounting and well poised to take and pass the CPA exam.
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Accounting Department
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What You'll Study
Academic Catalog | Accounting Department Website
MPA Core Classes (35 credits)
- ACCT 521 - Tax: Business Entities
- ACCT 530 - Governmental and Non-profit Accounting
- ACCT 550 - Advanced Accounting
- ACCT 563 - Corporate Law, Governance and Professional Ethics
- ACCT 570 - Financial Analytics
- ACCT 583 - Seminar in Auditing
- ACCT 589 – MPA AACSB Assessment
- ACCT 601 - CPA Review: Elective Section (ISC/TCP/BAR)
- ACCT 602 - CPA Review: Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR)
- ACCT 603 - CPA Review: Attestation and Auditig (AUD)
- ACCT 604 - CPA Review: Regulation (REG)
Elective Classes (10 credits)
- ACCT 522 - Tax: Advanced Individuals
- ACCT 540 - Current Issues in Accounting
- ACCT 590 - Internship
- ACCT 596 – Independent Study
- BUAN 506 - Business Analytics
- BUAN 507 - Data Visualization and Management in Business
- MIS 560 - Applied Business Analytics
Professional Relationships
Classes taught by faculty with professional experience as well as current working professionals who both bring real world issues to the classroom. Additionally, internships provide you with practical industry insights.
100% Online
This program is offered entirely online, providing you with the flexibility to learn from anywhere while balancing your personal and professional commitments. Classes are delivered in either Synchronous and Asynchronous fashion.
Career Opportunities
Explore a wide range of career paths in accounting and finance, including roles like auditor, financial analyst, forensic accountant, tax accountant, personal financial advisor, accounting professor, CFO, and financial manager.
Alumni Success
Our alumni have gone on to have successful careers at PwC, Moss Adams, the IRS, Costco, Clark Nuber, Bank of America, BDO, and more.
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Why Study the MPA at Central?
- You’ll receive individualized attention from dedicated faculty and personalized advising to support your success.
- The program prepares you to take and pass the CPA exam while completing the required courses for CPA licensure.
- Learn about current hot topics and emerging issues in the accounting field from exceptional faculty and industry professionals.
Hands-On Technology
Gain hands-on experience with the tools today’s accounting professionals rely on. Learn to navigate industry-standard tax software, conduct research using financial databases, and apply AI and analytics tools to interpret data, identify trends, and support strategic decision-making. These skills prepare you to work efficiently, stay current with evolving technology, and bring added value to any organization.