MBA with a concentration in Accounting

The STEM Designated MBA with a concentration in Accounting program helps students develop strong, comprehensive functional and technical skills as well as a specialized, in-depth understanding of the complexities of current accounting and tax practice.

We design our programs to give you the skills and confidence necessary to thrive in a dynamic global marketplace. You’ll learn to be both flexible and strategic, so you can plan ahead and seize opportunities as they arise. Our highly qualified graduates go on to work in a wide variety of corporations, nonprofit institutions and in the public sector.

Sharpen your financial acumen. Lead with confidence.

Whether you’re preparing to sit for the CPA exam or advancing your career in corporate finance, the MBA with a concentration in Accounting equips you with the strategic, analytical, and leadership skills needed in today’s dynamic financial landscape.

This program blends core MBA competencies—like management, marketing, and operations—with specialized accounting coursework. You’ll gain a deep understanding of financial reporting, auditing, tax strategy, and ethical decision-making, all while building a strong foundation in business strategy.

What You’ll Learn:

• Advanced financial and managerial accounting
• Auditing practices and regulatory compliance
• Tax planning and business law
• Strategic analysis and decision-making
• Leadership and communication in a business context

Accounting Career Path

An MBA with a concentration in Accounting opens the door to a wide range of high-demand, well-paying career opportunities across industries. Whether you’re looking to lead corporate finance teams, advise clients as a CPA, or drive strategic decision-making through data analysis, this degree equips you with the advanced business and accounting knowledge employers’ value.

Career Outcomes:

Graduates are prepared for roles such as,

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Financial Analyst
• Controller
• Internal Auditor
• Corporate Accountant
• Budget Director

Curriculum

For further details, visit the Montclair State University Catalog.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Application and official college transcripts
• Personal essay
• Resume
• One letter of recommendation – optional (not required)
• Application fee – may be waived by attending an information session

Students who have earned degrees outside of the U.S. must also supply the following:

• Transcripts: Applicants with a non-US degree must submit a course-by-course evaluation that includes U.S. bachelor’s degree equivalency information for their coursework. This must be completed by an accredited agency. For more information on this requirement visit our international applicant page
• English Proficiency: Applicants who earned their undergraduate degree from an institution where English is not the official instructional language must submit proof of English proficiency