Online Master of Accountancy
Acquire valuable organizational and management skills along with the financial record-keeping expertise companies seek as you prepare to fill a variety of high-level roles with accounting firms and business enterprises in this 100% online graduate program.
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Program Overview
In the Texas A&M-Corpus Christi Online Master of Accountancy program, you will build on your base knowledge of accounting principles and business applications to further develop the analytical and problem-solving skills used to inform financial decision-making. This program can also be applied to the 150 hours required to take the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination.
In our Online MAcc program, you will study auditing and assurance services; the use of information systems in accounting, forensic accounting, taxation and business strategy; and more. Our curriculum also offers courses on oil, gas and energy as well as information-systems accounting.
The MAcc online program will enable you to:
- Gain an understanding of accounting theory within the context of policy setting and financial reporting
- Comprehend advanced management accounting issues including cost behavior, activity-based costing, budgeting, pricing, cost management, capital investment and inventory management
- Study external auditing processes including the documentation, testing and evaluation of internal controls, as well as the design and implementation of corroborative substantive tests
- Complete an advanced study of taxation as it applies to sole proprietorships, C and S corporations, partnerships, limited liability entities, and fiduciaries
- Develop procedures for identifying the applicable accounting issues, locating appropriate authority, and communicating the results of professional research
- Apply methods and technological tools used to detect occupational fraud. These include the steps in conducting an investigation, use of technological tools, witness and suspect interviewing techniques, investigation report writing, and expert testimony.
- Explore the integration of financial accounting, auditing, taxation, managerial accounting and accounting information systems to assess their relationship individually and collectively to business decision-making
- Gain an understanding of accounting theory within the context of policy setting and financial reporting
- Comprehend advanced management accounting issues including cost behavior, activity-based costing, budgeting, pricing, cost management, capital investment and inventory management
- Study external auditing processes including the documentation, testing and evaluation of internal controls, as well as the design and implementation of corroborative substantive tests
- Complete an advanced study of taxation as it applies to sole proprietorships, C and S corporations, partnerships, limited liability entities, and fiduciaries
- Develop procedures for identifying the applicable accounting issues, locating appropriate authority, and communicating the results of professional research
- Apply methods and technological tools used to detect occupational fraud. These include the steps in conducting an investigation, use of technological tools, witness and suspect interviewing techniques, investigation report writing, and expert testimony.
- Explore the integration of financial accounting, auditing, taxation, managerial accounting and accounting information systems to assess their relationship individually and collectively to business decision-making
- Gain an understanding of accounting theory within the context of policy setting and financial reporting
- Comprehend advanced management accounting issues including cost behavior, activity-based costing, budgeting, pricing, cost management, capital investment and inventory management
- Study external auditing processes including the documentation, testing and evaluation of internal controls, as well as the design and implementation of corroborative substantive tests
- Complete an advanced study of taxation as it applies to sole proprietorships, C and S corporations, partnerships, limited liability entities, and fiduciaries
- Develop procedures for identifying the applicable accounting issues, locating appropriate authority, and communicating the results of professional research
- Apply methods and technological tools used to detect occupational fraud. These include the steps in conducting an investigation, use of technological tools, witness and suspect interviewing techniques, investigation report writing, and expert testimony.
- Explore the integration of financial accounting, auditing, taxation, managerial accounting and accounting information systems to assess their relationship individually and collectively to business decision-making
Career opportunities:
- Certified Public Accountant
- Auditor
- Financial Analyst
- Corporate Controller
- Chief Financial Officer
- Certified Public Accountant
- Auditor
- Financial Analyst
- Corporate Controller
- Chief Financial Officer
The College of Business at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). The TAMU-CC College of Business is one of only 182 business schools worldwide holding dual accreditation in both business and accounting programs.
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Tuition
The Online MAcc program at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi provides an affordable pathway to earning a respected graduate degree.
Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice by action of the Board of Regents.
Additional Fees
Master's degrees require a one-time, non-refundable application fee of $50 for U.S. residents and $70 for international applicants. Applicants requesting to change term of entry to a future term, within the year, may request this change one time without submitting a new application fee.
A $50 late fee is assessed for tuition payments made after the deadline.
Courses may be subject to proctoring exams up to $75 plus late fees.
All students will be charged a supplementary fee of $213.14 per 3 credit hours or $322.00 per 6 credit hours each term.
Distance Fee Waiver Eligibility
If approved, the Distance Fee Waiver will waive the Athletic, Health Services, Recreational Sports and Student Center fees. Students must:
- Be registered in 100% online courses; and
- Live more than 100 miles from the Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi campus
- Complete the required waiver form each semester
The tuition for Texas residents is $1,275.77 per course based on recommended 3 credits per session. Tuition is on a sliding scale and may be reduced when enrolling in 6 credit hours per session. Non-resident tuition is $2,633.70 per course based on 3 credit hours per session.
Financial Aid Can Help Pay Your Tuition
Scholarships and loans are available. The application period for the academic year began January 1. The application is valid for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms.
How to Apply for Financial Aid
- Create an FSA (Federal Student Aid) ID at StudentAid.Ed.gov.
- Complete the FAFSA, available online at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
- Enter Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi's Federal School Code (011161) in Step 6 on the FAFSA form.
- The results, called a Student Aid Report (SAR), will be electronically transmitted to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. If you use your FSA ID to sign the FAFSA and provide an email address, the results will be available in 1-3 days electronically. If the results are sent through regular mail, you will receive a SAR in 2-3 weeks.
- Submit an application for admission to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. No offer of financial aid will be made until you have been accepted for admission to Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.
- Most financial aid programs specify that you register at least half-time, maintain satisfactory academic progress, and show evidence of financial need. Receipt of a financial aid award does not guarantee financial aid in subsequent years. You must reapply for financial aid each academic year.
Financial Aid Contact Information
Financial Aid OfficeTexas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Office of Student Financial Assistance
6300 Ocean Drive, Unit 5772
Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5772
Phone: 361-825-2338
Fax: 361-825-6095
[email protected]
Veteran Affairs Contact & Benefit Information
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is committed to recruiting, retaining, and supporting active duty service members, veterans, and dependents to maintain a diverse and highly qualified student body, faculty, and staff. For additional information, please visit the Veterans Affairs Office site.
Veterans Affairs OfficeTexas A&M University-Corpus Christi
Veterans Affairs Office
6300 Ocean Drive, Unit 5775
Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5775
Phone: 361-825-2331 or 361-825-3610
Fax: 361-825-2533
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Calendar
Take advantage of our flexible, 100% online format with 7-week courses and several start dates throughout the year. Find the most convenient start date for you and apply online by the corresponding application due date.
| Term | Application Deadline | Missing Documents Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Course Start Date | Course End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 2021 | 1/9/21 | 1/16/21 | 1/24/21 | 1/19/21 | 1/25/21 | 3/16/21 |
| Spring 2 2021 | 2/25/21 | 3/10/21 | 3/16/21 | 3/11/21 | 3/18/21 | 5/5/21 |
| Summer 1 2021 | 4/30/21 | 5/7/21 | 5/16/21 | 5/10/21 | 5/17/21 | 7/2/21 |
| Summer 2 2021 | 6/18/21 | 6/25/21 | 7/4/21 | 6/28/21 | 7/5/21 | 8/20/21 |
| Fall 1 2021 | 8/2/21 | 8/16/21 | 8/22/21 | 8/16/21 | 8/23/21 | 10/8/21 |
| Fall 2 2021 | 9/20/21 | 10/4/21 | 10/10/21 | 10/4/21 | 10/11/21 | 12/1/21 |
Dropping a Course While Remaining Enrolled in Other Courses
A student dropping a course or courses yet remaining enrolled in the University for at least one course on or before specified date may be subject to a 100% refund of applicable tuition and fees according to the schedule.
Withdrawing from All Courses for the Term
A student officially and completely withdrawing from the University during the semester may be subject to a refund of applicable tuition and fees according to the schedule.
A review of accounts is done at the conclusion of the withdrawal refund period to insure proper payment of tuition and fees. Refunds will be processed after each audit. Withdrawals are calculated based on the total tuition and fees, not the amount paid. Refunds are available in three forms: direct deposit, paper check or BankMobile Vibe account. To find out more information about the BankMobile Refund Process, go to BankMobile. Your billing, permanent and local addresses must be current in order to receive all vital information. Please update your addresses on SAIL or with the Registrar's Office.
Admissions
Please review the admission guidelines for the Online MAcc program below. For specific questions or more details, view our Admission FAQs.
- Application for admission
- Application fee ($50 domestic/$70 international)
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited or equivalent college or university. Applicants applying for this program must have at least a GPA of 2.5 in their last 60 hours.
- Submit official Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) or
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores. Generally, GMAT and GRE scores
will not be accepted if over five years old. The school code for Texas
A&M University-Corpus Christi is 6849.
- The GMAT/GRE requirement will be waived for applicants with
a 3.00 GPA in their last 60 hours and a grade of at least a B in
college algebra or a higher-level math course
or
An earned master's degree AND a grade of B or better earned in college algebra or a higher level math course.
- The GMAT/GRE requirement will be waived for applicants with
a 3.00 GPA in their last 60 hours and a grade of at least a B in
college algebra or a higher-level math course
- Submit current resume
- Submit essay describing professional and educational goals in at least 500 words
- Submit official transcripts documenting all undergraduate and
graduate coursework taken at any accredited college or university
attended. Official transcripts must be sent directly to Texas A&M
University-Corpus Christi from the granting institutions.
- Any and all official transcripts must be sent to Recruitment and Admissions:
Office of Recruitment and Admissions
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive, Unit # 5774
Student Services Center 101
Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5774
- Any and all official transcripts must be sent to Recruitment and Admissions:
Office of Recruitment and Admissions
- MBA Transfer Credit Policy - A student may transfer up to 9 semester hours of graduate credit [advanced courses only] from another AACSB university with the permission of the Director of Master's Programs, if it is determined appropriate to the degree being sought. Graduate coursework transferred from other regionally accredited institutions of higher education prior to acceptance cannot be older than seven years at the time the master's degree is awarded. Credit to be earned at other institutions after acceptance in the graduate program must be taken at an AACSB accredited program and approved in advance. Approval is granted at the discretion of the Director of Master's Programs.
If you have submitted an application for the online program and prefer to change your entry term, please complete the Change Term of Entry form and email to [email protected] or fax to (361) 825-5887. Applicants may request a change of term once a year. All additional requests will require a new application fee.
All admissions documents can be sent to Recruitment and Admissions via email or to:
Office of Recruitment and AdmissionsTexas A&M University-Corpus Christi
6300 Ocean Drive, Unit # 5774
Student Services Center 101
Corpus Christi, TX 78412-5774
Courses
Students in our Online MAcc program must complete 10 courses (30 credit hours). The curriculum includes eight core courses and two business electives.
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*The tuition for Texas residents is $1,275.77 per course based on recommended 3 credits per session. Tuition is on a sliding scale and may be reduced when enrolling in 6 credit hours per session. Non-resident tuition is $2,633.70 per course based on 3 credit hours per session.
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