The Minnesota State University, Mankato Accounting Program is recognized for its excellence throughout Minnesota and the United States. Graduates of the Accounting Program consistently exceed the national average of first-time pass rate on the uniform CPA examination. The Accounting major is a professional program designed to prepare the student for work in one or more of three areas: public, industrial or governmental not for profit accounting. The department also offers minors in Accounting and Business Law.
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
Accounting Club
The MSU Accounting Club works to promote relationships between students, faculty, and professionals.
Beta Alpha Psi, Accounting and Finance Club
Beta Alpha Psi is an honor organization for financial information students and professionals.
Career Opportunities
With a BS in Accounting or 120 credit hours, opportunities exist in public or corporate accounting and not-for-profit and governmental work. Average entry level salaries range from $45,000, to $55,000.
- Entry level job opportunities include:
- Public Accountant
- Corporate Accountant
- Management Accountant
With a Master of Accounting or 150 credit hours, additional opportunities include:
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Tax Advising and Tax Planning
- Consulting
- Information Systems Auditing (CISA)
The Abstract Accounting Magazine is filled with news from the accounting department. Check out our latest issue. The Abstract
Master of Accounting (MAcc) Online
Minnesota State Mankato’s Master of Accounting program provides students with the credit hours necessary to become a Certified Public Accountant, prepares them for success in a dynamic job market and produces graduates with skills and abilities that will allow them to advance faster.
Certificate in Taxation
The fully online Graduate Certificate in Taxation (GCT) program is designed for students and professionals who want a solid foundation of knowledge of the tax field.
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
The Accounting major qualifies students to make application to take the Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) examinations in Minnesota.
Minor in Accounting
A minor in Accounting consists of the following 18 credits and requires a total cumulative 2.50 GPA
Accelerated Accounting Certificate (AAC)
The Accelerated Accounting Certificate covers the core accounting functions (financial, taxation, assurance) required at all organizations; public, private, and not-for-profit.
The Abstract Accounting Magazine
The Abstract is the accounting magazine. Learn about the student and faculty successes in the accounting department.
Accounting Advisory Council
Meet the College of Business Accounting Advisory Council.
