Program Overview
The Accountancy and Taxation at University of San Diego is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Accountancy and Taxation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,380 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,380 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: San Diego, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accountancy and Taxation programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Communications and Ethics for Financial Professionals
- Leadership in a Financial Team Environment
- Negotiations: Strategy, Practice, and Ethics
- Fundamentals of Personal Financial Planning
- Investment Planning and Risk Management
- Retirement Planning
- Financial Statement Analysis
- International Financial Analysis and Reporting
- Applied Research for Financial Accountants and Auditors
- Fraud Examination and Forensic Accounting
- Controllership and Cost Management
- Advanced Accounting Information Systems
- Tax Research
- Partnership Taxation
- Estate and Gift Taxation and Planning
- State and Local Taxation
- International Accounting Issues
- European Business Environment
- Professional Accountancy Internship
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application Fee: An application fee of $80 must accompany the graduate application, payable online. This application fee is non-refundable.
- Resume: A resume describing the nature, scope and areas of responsibility of all work experience and your educational background should be attached.
- Personal Statement: Provide a short essay response to the question about purpose and career. You may refer to your resume.
- Letters of Recommendation: Minimum of two.
- College/University Transcripts: Applicants must submit one official transcript in a sealed envelope from each college/university attended. This includes transcripts from junior/community colleges, transfer units from study abroad programs, summer courses and/or graduate work. For international applicants, transcript evaluation is required. See International Application Checklist below.
- GMAT: Minimum score of 550. For more information on preparing for the GMAT, visit USD\'s Test Prep site or call (619) 260-4579.
- TOEFL or IELTS: TOEFL minimum score of 92 or IELTS minimum score of 7. Required for all international applicants and can only be waived if English is your primary language or you have obtained a bachelor degree from the United States, Great Britain, Canada or Australia. See International Application Checklist below.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,380 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,380 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,380 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,380 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of San Diego directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of San Diego
University of San Diego
San Diego, United States
University of San Diego is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-03-10
- Language English
- Duration 12 months