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Accounting Information Systems
A Master's of Business Administration with a focus in Accounting Information Systems is a unique degree offering, providing essential advanced education in both the managing business aspects of Accounting, as well as the technical handling of accounting information. Core courses often required as a part of applicable curricula cover topics in managerial accounting, managerial finance, as well as marketing and business strategy.
- Overview of the Degree:
The main focus of the Accounting and Information Systems (MBA) Master's Degree is to train students to use advances in accounting techniques and the handling of information systems to manage business accounting method and spot opportunities in the business world. Solid foundations are gained in a accounting theory and practice, while major focus is placed on management of information systems.
Career Possibilities:
- Management Accountant
- Corporate Accountant
- Corporate Financial Analysis
- Government Accountant
- Securities Research
- Financial Advisor
- Internal Auditor
- Risk Management
Professional Demand:
The increase of employment for accountants and auditors is projected to be faster than average through 2014, meaning a percentage growth of between 18 and 26 percent according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, www.bls.gov. Similar or exceeding growth is expected for financial analysts, consultants and advisors. Financial analysts and advisors took home average annual salaries of $62,000 to $63,000, while accountants and auditors averages near $51,000 to $53,000 as of May 2004.
Specifics of the Degree
- Typical Coursework: Accounting Theory, Advanced Auditing, Tax Research Methodology, Managerial Economics, Operations Management, Corporate Strategies and Policies, Financial Management, Information Systems Management, and Business Research Design.
- Skills Acquired: Through the interdisciplinary design of the Accounting and Information Systems MBA, a graduate emerges from the program prepared with knowledge in modern accounting processes and business design, as well as thorough managerial abilities
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