Make An Immediate Impact On Your Career.
The Mitchell College of Business’s graduate programs offer maximum flexibility as well as the opportunity to tailor your education to fit your professional goals. From our fully online Master of Accounting and Master of Business Administration programs to our rigorous, executive-style PhD program, select the path that aligns with your experience and ambition and take the next step in your career.
| Feature | Master of Accounting | Master of Business Administration | PhD in Business Administration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Gain advanced accounting expertise while gaining the knowledge necessary for the CPA exam. | Learn business and management fundamentals with an emphasis on ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility. | This program provides the advanced research skills, academic credentials and strategic insights needed to elevate your career. |
| Target Student | Individuals seeking to advance their career through increased accounting knowledge as well as those looking to meet the 150-hour CPA license requirement. | Professionals who seek to boost their career by gaining knowledge of management best practices and business skills that are flexible across any industry. | We welcome driven professionals eager to expand their expertise and influence in business research, teaching, or consulting. |
| Format | 100% online | 100% online | An executive-style program with weekend in-person sessions. |
| Differentiator | Ideal for individuals looking to move into the field of accounting or expand their knowledge as well as individuals looking to prepare for the CPA exam preparation and secure the necessary credit hours. | Offers maximum flexibility with a focus on leadership. Students can tailor their education through one of three concentrations: Healthcare Leadership; Marketing; Economics & Finance. | This maintains rigorous instruction in a flexible format for working professionals, minimizing disruption to career and personal commitments. Three high-impact areas of focus include business analytics, management and marketing. |
Mitchell College is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the highest accreditation standard for business schools worldwide. In addition, Mitchell College holds a separate AACSB accreditation for the accounting program; fewer than 200 schools worldwide share this accreditation.