Program Overview
The Accounting Science (Leadership) at Northern Illinois University is a Master programme in Business & Management, 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 business & management. 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 Accounting Science (Leadership) 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 24,573 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,573 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: DeKalb, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accounting Science (Leadership) programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Financial Accounting Concepts
- Introductory Cost Management
- Survey of Business Economics
- Fundamentals of Financial Management
- Principles of Management
- Legal Aspects of Business
- Graduate Survey of Marketing
- Principles of Operations Management
- Business Information Systems
- Business Statistics
- Finite Mathematics or a course in calculus
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Online Application & Application Fee.
- Two Letters of Recommendation Letters from an academic source, rather than from a work-related source, are preferred.
- Career Goal Statement - The goal statement should be two to three paragraphs explaining how the MAS (Leadership) program will help you meet your career goals.
- Official Transcripts - NIU students do not need to submit transcripts. Transfer students must submit an official transcript from each school attended. International students should submit both English and native language copies of their transcripts.
- Official Test Scores (if required)
- GMAT Score - Allow 2-5 weeks for the official score to reach NIU.
- TOEFL or IELTS score
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 24,573 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,573 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 24,573 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 24,573 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northern Illinois University 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 Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, United States
Northern Illinois University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Credits 30