Professional Program in Accounting

James Benjamin Department of Accounting

Admissions

Overview

PPA is an integrated 5-year curriculum
that offers students the opportunity to
simultaneously earn a BBA in Accounting
and a Master of Science in any one of
the business majors.

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Requirements for Admittance

The following factors are considered in the evaluation of applications:

  • Achieved junior status
  • Anticipate completion of at least 90 credit hours before fall semester of senior year
  • Overall Grade Point Average of 3.00 or higher
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Application Deadline

Applications are accepted during the Fall and Spring semesters of a student’s junior year. To be considered for admittance, please submit all application materials by Friday, October 1, 2021. 

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Program

Academic Recognition

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Specialty Tracks

Accepted students will choose one of nine tracks for their Masters concentration:

  • Assurance Services/Information Management Track
  • Financial Management Track
  • Management Information Systems Track
  • Tax Planning Track
  • Tax Technology Track
  • Marketing Track
  • Entrepreneurial Leadership Track
  • Nonprofit Track
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Get to Know Us

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Outcomes

Corporate Partnerships

We maintain excellent relationships with some of the world’s top accounting firms. The Professional Program has an excellent placement rate approaching 100% annually.

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Social Channels

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End Result

Professional Program students often graduate with a signed offer for a full-time job working for a major accounting firm or corporation.

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Opportunities

Study Abroad

Programs such as the Accounting Global Immersion Experience offer an enriching combination academic experience and cultural perspective.
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Scholarships

Applications for Professional Program scholarships are accepted during the spring semester of a student’s senior year and are available on a competitive basis.

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Enrichment Opportunities

Internships and certificate programs provide an opportunity for students to interact with industry professionals, experience professional settings, and to gain valuable interdisciplinary exposure.

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