Program Overview
The Professional Accounting at Western Washington University is a MA programme in Business & Management 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 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 Professional Accounting 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 20,175 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Bellingham, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Professional Accounting programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Special Topics in Accounting
- Seminar in Accounting Information Systems
- Accounting Communications
- Seminar in Management Accounting
- Seminar in Advanced Financial Accounting
- Financial Accounting Research & Communication
- Seminar in Accounting Theory
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission and Prerequisites
- A bachelor\'s degree with an accounting emphasis from an AACSB-accredited business school is required for admission to the program.
- A minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in the last 90-quarter or 60-semester hours of study.
- A minimum 3.2 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in upper-division accounting courses.
- Applicants must demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively and to reason analytically, logically, and creatively.
- Students must achieve an acceptable score on the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT). Applicants who are not native English speakers must submit an acceptable TOEFL or IELTS score.
Application Information
- Official application form to the Graduate School
- Transcripts (from each institution attended).
- GMAT scores and, if applicable, TOEFL or IELTS scores.
- Personal statement, including background and intention.
- R\xc3\xa9sum\xc3\xa9 showing work experience.
- Review of application begins on February 15 and continues until spaces are filled.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,175 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,175 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,182 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Western Washington 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 Western Washington University
Western Washington University
Bellingham, United States
Western Washington University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
