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Master of Science in Accountancy

California State University - East Bay

USA,California

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17 Months

Duration

CAD 17,555/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

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USA, California

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1957

Total Students: 14,705 +

Int. Students: 1,142 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

25800 Carlos Bee Blvd, Hayward, CA 94542, United States.

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Accountancy

Program Overview

California State University, East Bay's Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) program is an AACSB accredited, high quality, rigorous accounting program. This program prepares students for entry into the accounting profession. Graduates of the MSA program will have opportunities to pursue a wide range of professional accounting careers in public accounting firms, corporations, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations.

The MSA program provides students with the 24 semester units of ACCOUNTING SUBJECTS required for the U.S. Certified Public Accountants (CPA) exam. The program also provides both the 20 semester units of ACCOUNTING STUDY and 10 semester units of the ETHICS STUDY to satisfy the 30 semester units, part of the 150 semester units, required for CPA licensure in California.

The program focuses on the knowledge of the U.S. and international financial reporting and auditing standards, taxation, business laws and regulations, and accountants’ professional responsibilities. It also enables students to develop professional communication and collaborative teamwork skills.

This is a cohort-based, 17-month graduate program. The program accepts students only once a year in Fall semester. Students are guaranteed to complete the entire program in 17 months.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

56 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

17 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Not Available
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Not Available

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70

Tuition Fee

CAD 17,555 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in California State University - East Bay

CAD 19,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
GRE
- Minimum Overall Score - 290.0
GMAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 500.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 59.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Each year, a limited number of non resident tuition fee waivers are available to undergraduate international students (F1 visa holders) on a competitive basis these waivers are provided through CSUEB's Global Scholarships.
Global Excellence Scholarships 12,500 USD per year
Global Honors Scholarships 2,500 USD + for one year of study at Cal State East Bay
(A limited number of non renewable awards of $2,500+ for one year of study at Cal State East Bay for undergraduate students (first time freshman, transfer students and continuing international students)

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.