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Twelve quarter-credit hours of electives are required for completion of the degree. Electives may be chosen from the M.B.A., M.S. in Accountancy, M.S. in Management Information Systems, or M.S. in Management and Organizational Behavior programs based on student’s needs. Students planning to sit for the CPA exam may need to take MBA 626 Strategic Business Communication as an elective to meet the business communication requirement.

Starting the Program:

The academic calendar is organized around four 10-week academic quarters. The Benedictine Accountancy program offers a rolling admission so students may be admitted into any of these quarters. It is possible to follow either a part-time or full-time program.

Admission Application and Procedures:

An application to the Benedictine M.S. in Accountancy Program requires the following items have been received:

1. A completed application form. 2. A non-refundable application fee.

3. Official transcripts from all previous colleges attended. The student should request that all transcripts, including any from Benedictine University, be mailed directly to the Graduate Admissions Office at Benedictine University. All students must have a conferred

baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution prior to starting the M.S. in Accountancy program.

4. Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75 based on Benedictine University courses. If a student’s cumulative GPA fall below the minimum required for admission the student may meet with the M.B.A. Program Director to discuss options.

5. Two letters of reference from persons who know the applicant from a professional or academic perspective.

6. A one-page statement of educational and career goals. 7. Resume which includes chronological work history.

8. Interview with the M.S. in Accountancy Program Director, at the director's discretion. 9. Test scores (i.e., TOEFL).

Applicants having a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or better may be waived from the GMAT requirement. Applicants wishing to apply for a GMAT waiver, but who do not have a GPA of 3.2 or better, may be considered pending successful completion of a specified quantitative and qualitative course.

Applicants who have not completed college algebra within the past five years may be required to demonstrate math proficiency or participate in a math refresher course MBA 400 College Algebra. Concentrations

Forensic Accounting:

MSA 606 Forensic Accounting MSA 607 Fraud Examination

MSA 609 Computer Fraud

MSA 608 Fraud and the Legal Environment

(Students must complete 3 courses of those listed above to qualify for a concentration in forensic accounting)

Auditing:

MSA 614 Auditing and Assurance I MSA 615 Auditing and Assurance II MSA 616 Information System Auditing MSA 617 Internal Auditing

(Students must complete 3 courses of those listed above to qualify for a concentration in auditing) Taxation:

MSA 623 Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders MSA 624 Federal Tax Research

MSA 625 Federal Taxation and Partnerships

Note: For those students planning to sit for the CPA exam, MSA 624 Federal Tax Research will count towards the research requirement)

Certificate Programs

Certificate programs are designed for a concentrated focus for those professionals looking to expand their knowledge in a specific area. Courses may be taken throughout the year, in a traditional, and may be applied toward the M.S. in Accountancy degree for students who are accepted into the degree-seeking program. Students in Certificate programs must meet all

enrollment requirements for Student At Large status. Courses must be completed at a Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher to apply toward the M.S. in Accountancy degree. All students entering into a Certificate Program must schedule an advising appointment with the M.S. in Accountancy Program Director before they initiate their first Certificate course. Those students seeking an M.S. in

Accountancy certificate concurrently while working on the M.S. in Accountancy degree or post degree completion should be aware that courses completed within the M.S. in Accountancy degree program cannot be applied to a certificate. Certificates are offered in the following areas: auditing, forensic accounting and taxation.

Auditing Certificate (16 credits):

The certificate in auditing is for those students interested in gaining the background necessary to prepare for the United States Uniform CPA exam or CIA exam but who are not interested in participating in a masters-degree program. Four courses are required for completion of the certificate in auditing. Students must successfully complete the following courses:

MSA 614 Auditing and Assurance I (4) MSA 615 Auditing and Assurance II (4) MSA 616 Information System Auditing (4) MSA 617 Internal Auditing (4)

Forensic Accounting Certificate (16 credits):

The information contained on this page is from the 2013-2014 Graduate Catalog

necessary to prepare for the CPA exam or CFE exam but who are not interested in participating in a masters-degree program. Four courses are required for completion of the certificate in forensic accounting. Students must successfully complete the following courses:

MSA 606 Forensic Accounting MSA 607 Fraud Examination MSA 609 Computer Fraud

MSA 608 Fraud and the Legal Environment Taxation Certificate (16 credits):

This certificate is designed to provide students with an in-depth understanding of U.S. federal income tax law as it relates to corporations, partnerships and other legal entities. Students must successfully complete the following courses:

MSA 623 Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders (4) MSA 624 Federal Tax Research (4)

MSA 625 Federal Taxation and Partnerships (4)

MSA 512 Federal Taxation (4) or MSA 605 Tax Influences on Decision Making (4) Policies:

The M.S. in Accountancy curriculum includes 16 courses, 13 required and three electives, totaling 64 quarter credit hours. Course substitutions and waivers for Foundation level courses may be

determined by the M.S. in Accountancy Program Director, on a case-by-case basis. Demonstration of a graduate degree, a professional certificate (such as Certified Public Accountant) or extensive undergraduate completion of equivalent coursework at a 3.0 or higher grade point average is required for any Accountancy course substitution/waiver or transfer.

Each of the 13 required courses are offered year round. Traditional, evening Accountancy classes typically meet one evening per week, from 6:30-9:30 p.m. and are scheduled on a quarter systems that lasts 10 weeks. Selected courses are offered on the weekend each quarter for those students whose professional commitments make it difficult to attend weekday courses. Accountancy courses require individual academic work and team projects.

M.S. in Accountancy students are required to successfully complete the 13 required courses plus three elective courses, at a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average. Elective courses are offered at least once a year, and advanced academic planning is recommended to incorporate preferred electives.

The M.S. in Accountancy Program requires basic skills in computer software programs (such as knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint) and spreadsheet (Microsoft Excel) development are required. Most classes require significant written and verbal presentations. Completion of case analyses by teams is frequently required, to enhance your skills in team effectiveness and professional presentations. Ability to work collaboratively in teams is required.

The Graduate Course Schedule is posted on the Benedictine University website. M.S. in Accountancy students wishing to take three or more M.S. in Accountancy courses per quarter require approval from the M.S. in Accountancy Program Director.

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