Master of Science in Accountancy
Prepare for a leadership role in accounting with a master’s in accountancy degree from Cal Poly Pomona!
At-a-Glance
The Master of Science in Accountancy from Cal Poly Pomona is ideal for those who wish to advance their careers, either as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or another area of accounting. Courses are specialized and applied, preparing graduates to work effectively in the field.
Choose from two programs:
- The General MSA program is designed for applicants with an accounting background and can be completed in two academic years.
- The Accelerated MSA program is designed for applicants with accounting backgrounds and can be completed in a single academic year.
Both accountancy programs are fully accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), with specialized curriculum created in partnership with The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), a non-profit professional organization representing certified public accountants (CPA).
The Cal Poly Pomona MSA program meets all states’ and territories’ CPA licensure education requirements, and our extensive CPP alumni network offers profound networking and post-graduate employment opportunities. Enroll today and join a community of like-minded professionals and influential faculty who are truly passionate about your success!
General and Accelerated MSA Overview
- 4-year bachelor's degree
- Resume
- Personal Statement
- 2.5 or higher GPA (3.0 GPA recommended)
- GMAT score of 500+ (waived for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025)
- Official Transcripts
- TOEFL/IELTS for international student applicants
- 4-year bachelor's degree in accounting, OR bachelor's degree with advanced standing accounting coursework
- Resume
- Personal Statement
- 2.5 or higher GPA (3.0 GPA recommended)
- GMAT score of 500+ (waived for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025)
- Official Transcripts
- TOEFL/IELTS for international student applicants
Visit our requirements page here for more information
General MSA
31 total units; 46 total units including foundation courses
Without Foundation Courses: Approx. $23,000 in tuition and mandatory fees
With Foundation Courses: Approx. $38,000 in tuition and mandatory fees
Accelerated MSA
31 units; $727.5 per unit = Approx. $23,000 in tuition and mandatory fees
General MSA: Can be completed in two academic years
Accelerated MSA: One year
Inquire about Cal Poly Pomona’s College of Global and Professional Education’s accountancy certificate here to earn accountancy prerequisites
Visit the curriculum page to see curriculum for both the general and accelerated MSA, and view roadmaps here
General MSA
Evening classes, Monday – Thursday, and Saturday classes
Accelerated MSA
Saturday classes only
- Chief Financial Officer
- Forensic Accountant
- Auditor
- Corporate Controller
- Financial Analyst
- Vice President of Finance
- Tax Manager
- Treasurer
- Tax Accountant
Notice to Students: California State University programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student for California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the California State University and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time.
Our MSA program does meet all states and territories CPA licensure education requirements.
For more information, please see:
Fall 2024
Domestic Students – July 1st
International Students – May 1st
Spring 2025 (TBA)
CITP Partner
As part of AICPA's Certified Information Technology Professional Credential, the CBA will incorporated AICPA's Model Information Technology Curriculum into the undergraduate accounting emphasis and Masters of Science in Accountancy. Other Benefits include:
- A complimentary membership for students in the AICPA, which includes full access to the technology information, tools and resources.
- Promotion code for students and faculty to take the CITP exam at no cost while enrolled or within a year of graduation.
- Assistance from a designated AICPA contact to assist with questions about course materials and the CITP credential pathway.