Graduate Programs

ACCOUNTING (MAcc)
A Master of Accountancy from UCA prepares accountants for future leadership roles by focusing on research, communications, and authoritative literature in accounting, auditing, and tax. The MAcc provides an additional 30 hours of coursework needed for CPA certification. MAcc students can take electives in taxation or business or obtain a certificate in data analytics.

DATA ANALYTICS (Graduate Certificate)
There are two graduate programs available in data analytics, the Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics (GC-DA) and the MS in Applied Data Analytics. Both of these programs prepare graduates for employment in managing, using, and exploiting data in organizations to enhance decision-making. These programs are particularly useful for individuals who wish to shift careers or add to their repertoire of current skills. Such skills are useful in almost every area of business, including accounting, management, marketing, finance, etc. The effective management of data has become increasingly important in organizations, as companies gather more and more data and use it for strategic purposes.

DATA ANALYTICS (MS)
There are two graduate programs available in data analytics, the Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics (GC-DA) and the MS in Applied Data Analytics. Both of these programs prepare graduates for employment in managing, using, and exploiting data in organizations to enhance decision-making. These programs are particularly useful for individuals who wish to shift careers or add to their repertoire of current skills. Such skills are useful in almost every area of business, including accounting, management, marketing, finance, etc. The effective management of data has become increasingly important in organizations, as companies gather more and more data and use it for strategic purposes.

MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
The MBA provides students broad exposure in management through coursework in all business disciplines. The degree is designed to meet the needs of highly committed individuals seeking career advancement and further knowledge and skills. The program requires 30 credit hours beyond the prerequisites. Students benefit from faculty who are leaders in their field and are committed to student learning.