Develop your Auditing Expertise with a Master’s in Auditing Online
Capitalize on the growing demand for qualified accountants and auditors by earning your online Master of Science in Accounting with a concentration in Auditing from University of Michigan Science. You'll increase your chances of landing the auditing jobs you want by learning about Sarbanes-Oxley and what steps companies must take to comply with these federal requirements. You'll also use the latest technologies to solve common auditing challenges.
With a master's in auditing online, you'll improve your advancement potential by helping corporations meet the demand for greater transparency in financial reporting. You'll also be able to develop growth strategies based on the company's goals.
See Yourself Succeed in Auditing
The MS in Accounting with an auditing concentration aligns with the Content and Skill Specification Outlines (CSOs/SSOs) set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission - to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your master's in auditing online at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Attend class when it's convenient for you - online education means 24/7 access
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your graduate degree in as few as 15 months, with two courses per 10-week term
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Minimal requirements. No GMAT or GRE required for admission
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for tips and career opportunities
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
Career Outlook
Driven largely by more stringent financial laws and corporate governance regulations, demand for auditing professionals continues to rise. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 10% employment growth through 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.*
Please note: Students cannot earn CPA certification simply by earning a college degree. If you wish to follow the traditional CPA track upon graduation, you'll need to verify you meet all requirements to sit for the exam. Licensing requirements to sit for the CPA exam vary from state to state, so it's best to review your state-specific requirements. For state-by-state educational requirements, consult the website of the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA). For state-by-state CPA licensing requirements, consult the Accounting Licensing Library, powered by the NASBA. The content of our programs aligns with the Content and Skill Specification Outlines (CSOs/SSOs) set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and fulfills the educational requirements for CPA certification in most states.
Curriculum
Courses May Include
Program Outcomes
- Design internal and external audits and information assurance plans that adhere to auditing best practices and principles and comply with established national and international auditing standards
- Employ discipline-specific research strategies to appraise the effectiveness and limitations of financial accounting and reporting practices in a global economy
- Generate complex financial statements for internal and external users including effective compliance with full-disclosure and in accordance with applicable governing rules and regulations
- Apply IRS rules for tax planning to minimize the tax liability of individuals and organizations
- Analyze, interpret and communicate to all stakeholders the significance of accounting information as it relates to an organization’s strategic plans
- Prepare components of financial statements in accordance with both US GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements
- Assess an audit plan for compliance with PCAOB audit standards
