What is a Joint Master of MAcc/MBA?

Posted: June 19, 2020 | Author: Madalyn Bushman | Read Time: 2 minutes

What is a joint MAcc/MBA degree Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Or looking to expand your knowledge so you are better prepared for competitive promotions in managerial and accounting positions?

Southern Utah University offers a joint MAcc/MBA program that will help graduates reach their goals and advance in their careers.

Let’s take a look at what a Joint MAcc/MBA is, how the program is structured, and the importance of the degree:

What is a Joint MAcc/MBA?

A joint degree allows graduates to earn two different degrees at the same time during their master’s program.

The Joint MAcc/MBA degree at SUU incorporates both the Master of Accountancy (MAcc) degree and the Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree.

How is the Joint MAcc/MBA program structured?

SUU’s Joint MAcc/MBA program requires a total of 48 credit hours of graduate coursework, compared to as many as 90 credit hours if the degrees were earned separately.

Courses are offered both online and on-campus, giving students the flexibility to choose what will best fit their situation. In addition, graduates can finish in as few as 4 semesters.

The Joint MAcc/MBA program must be completed simultaneously, which means graduates aren’t allowed to complete one degree and then the other within the 48-credit program.

SUU’s program courses can be categorized into two areas: business management courses and accounting courses.

MBA - Business Management Courses

The Master of Business Administration (MBA) courses include:

Finance
Management
Analytics
Marketing
Economics

MAcc - Accounting Courses

The Master of Accountancy (MAcc) courses include:

Tax
Audit
Public Accounting
Managerial Accounting

Learning Outcomes

As a graduate student of SUU’s Joint MAcc/MBA program, you will:

Have both management and accounting knowledge skills
Be prepared to take the CPA exam
Be prepared for higher management positions
Be prepared to be a qualified public or private accountant

Why is a Joint MAcc/MBA important?

The MBA/MAcc program at SUU is a great opportunity for professionals in accounting or those who plan to change their careers to accounting.

Graduates will obtain both management and accounting knowledge and skills after completing the joint program, which may accelerate their careers through salary, promotions or job opportunities.

The MAcc/MBA degree can give students professional management training and knowledge to prepare them for promotions into managerial positions.

Competitive Advantage

MBA and MAcc program graduates will gain a competitive advantage in their industry. Both programs at SUU are AACSB accredited and tailored to create the leaders of tomorrow. Graduates receive time with professors with real-world experience and dedication to fostering their professional development.

Job Opportunities

Obtaining two different degrees at the same time is an advantage that makes individuals much more attractive to employers. When students graduate with a joint degree, they are bound to find more job opportunities as they can find positions that relate to either degree or both.

Some job opportunities Joint MAcc/MBA graduates may qualify for are: