University of San Diego - Knauss School of Business

Masters in Accountancy/Taxation

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Masters in Accountancy/Taxation Different!

Direct CPA Licensure Pathway

Both programs are structured to help students meet the 150-credit-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam in California and most U.S. states. Students earn their Master's in Accountancy or Taxation in under one year at USD while gaining real-world accounting experience and making professional connections making this the fastest credential path to CPA licensure for accounting graduates.

Accountancy Institute & Big Four Pipeline

Students benefit from Knauss's dedicated Accountancy Institute, which uses strong connections with the local accounting industry to team up with Career Development, the Accounting Society and Beta Alpha Psi to offer additional networking and career opportunities. The Institute is headed up by the same award-winning faculty who design the curriculum based upon their latest research findings, plugging students directly into Big Four (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) and regional firm recruitment pipelines.

Flexible 1017 Month Format

A flexible program that may be completed in 10 to 17 months, with both MACC and MTAX accommodating full-time recent graduates as well as part-time working professionals. Students can accelerate (10 months) or extend (17 months) based on their CPA exam timing and career circumstances.

No GMAT Required

No GMAT required for admission, lowering the barrier to entry especially attractive for international applicants and accounting-focused career-switchers. The streamlined application process emphasizes academic record and accounting coursework over standardized testing.

Two Specialized Tracks: Accountancy or Taxation

Students choose between the MACC (broad accounting track covering audit, financial accounting, controllership, ethics, and accounting analytics) or the MTAX (specialized track in corporate, individual, partnership, and international taxation). The MTAX typically commands higher starting salaries at Big Four tax practices and corporate tax departments, while the MACC offers broader career flexibility across audit, advisory, and corporate finance roles.

Know More about the San Diego - Knauss Masters in Accountancy/Taxation Program

The Master’s in Accountancy/Taxation at the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business provides advanced expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and taxation. The program emphasizes analytical skills, regulatory compliance, and ethical decision-making, preparing graduates for CPA certification and careers in public accounting, corporate finance, and tax consulting. ..... Read More

Duration

10 Months

Where do graduates of San Diego - Knauss's Masters in Accountancy/Taxation program land? Discover More!

Median Earnings after Graduation

USD 77,625 /- year

Employment Rate

97% students employed within 6 months

Recruiters

General Atomics Qualcomm PWC EY Axos Bank Amazon Sempra Deloitte CBRE Moran Stanley KPMG RSM US BDO USA Moss Adams Grant Thornton Crowe LLP

Prospective Job Roles

Audit Associate Tax Associate Forensic Accountant Internal Auditor Corporate Accountant Financial Analyst (Accounting Track) Tax Manager Risk & Compliance Analyst Assurance Consultant

Eligibility Criteria for San Diego - Knauss's Masters in Accountancy/Taxation in Management program ?

Credential Evaluation Requirement

Mandatory English Proficiency Test

Mandatory GRE / GMAT Requirement

4 Year Bachelor’s Degree Requirement

Tuition Fees & Scholarship Opportunities!

Tuition Fees

USD 53700/- PER YEAR

Application Fee

USD 125/-

Scholarship Opportunities upto

USD 6 Million

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What makes San Diego - Knauss's
Masters in Accountancy/Taxation Different!

Direct CPA Licensure Pathway

Both programs are structured to help students meet the 150-credit-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam in California and most U.S. states. Students earn their Master's in Accountancy or Taxation in under one year at USD while gaining real-world accounting experience and making professional connections making this the fastest credential path to CPA licensure for accounting graduates.

Accountancy Institute & Big Four Pipeline

Students benefit from Knauss's dedicated Accountancy Institute, which uses strong connections with the local accounting industry to team up with Career Development, the Accounting Society and Beta Alpha Psi to offer additional networking and career opportunities. The Institute is headed up by the same award-winning faculty who design the curriculum based upon their latest research findings, plugging students directly into Big Four (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) and regional firm recruitment pipelines.

Flexible 1017 Month Format

A flexible program that may be completed in 10 to 17 months, with both MACC and MTAX accommodating full-time recent graduates as well as part-time working professionals. Students can accelerate (10 months) or extend (17 months) based on their CPA exam timing and career circumstances.

No GMAT Required

No GMAT required for admission, lowering the barrier to entry especially attractive for international applicants and accounting-focused career-switchers. The streamlined application process emphasizes academic record and accounting coursework over standardized testing.

Two Specialized Tracks: Accountancy or Taxation

Students choose between the MACC (broad accounting track covering audit, financial accounting, controllership, ethics, and accounting analytics) or the MTAX (specialized track in corporate, individual, partnership, and international taxation). The MTAX typically commands higher starting salaries at Big Four tax practices and corporate tax departments, while the MACC offers broader career flexibility across audit, advisory, and corporate finance roles.

Know More about the San Diego - Knauss Masters in Accountancy/Taxation Program

The Master’s in Accountancy/Taxation at the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business provides advanced expertise in financial reporting, auditing, and taxation. The program emphasizes analytical skills, regulatory compliance, and ethical decision-making, preparing graduates for CPA certification and careers in public accounting, corporate finance, and tax consulting. ..... Read More

Duration

10 Months

Where do graduates of San Diego - Knauss's Masters in Accountancy/Taxation program land? Discover More!

Median Earnings after Graduation

USD 77,625 /- year

Employment Rate

97% students placed in 6 months

Recruiters

General Atomics Qualcomm PWC EY Axos Bank Amazon Sempra Deloitte CBRE Moran Stanley KPMG RSM US BDO USA Moss Adams Grant Thornton Crowe LLP

Prospective Job Roles

Audit Associate Tax Associate Forensic Accountant Internal Auditor Corporate Accountant Financial Analyst (Accounting Track) Tax Manager Risk & Compliance Analyst Assurance Consultant

Eligibility Criteria for San Diego - Knauss's Masters in Accountancy/Taxation in Management program ?

Credential Evaluation Requirement

Mandatory English Proficiency Test

Mandatory GRE / GMAT Requirement

4 Year Bachelor’s Degree Requirement

Tuition Fees & Scholarship Opportunities!

Tuition Fees

USD 53700/- PER YEAR

Application Fee

USD 125/-

Scholarship Opportunities upto

USD 6 Million

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Full-time MBA

Duration
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Masters in Finance

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Masters in Real Estate

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Both are flexible programs that may be completed in 10 to 17 months. The MACC is a broad accounting track covering audit, financial accounting, controllership, ethics, and accounting analytics ideal for students pursuing audit, financial reporting, and corporate accounting careers. The MTAX is a specialized track focused on corporate, individual, partnership, and international taxation ideal for students targeting Big Four tax practices, corporate tax departments, and law firm tax groups (and typically commands ~10% higher starting salaries than the MACC).
Yes. Both MACC and MTAX are specifically designed to help students meet the 150-credit-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam in California and most U.S. states. Combined with a bachelor's degree, the master's program completes the educational requirement for CPA licensure. The Knauss Accountancy Institute also provides curriculum support, faculty mentorship, and Big Four recruitment connections to help students through the CPA exam process.
No. No GMAT required for admission to the MACC or MTAX programs. International students must submit proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalent), transcripts, a rsum, and a statement of purpose. The streamlined application process emphasizes academic record and accounting coursework over standardized testing a significant advantage for international applicants.
No. Unlike Knauss's MSBA, MSF, and MSBA-MSF programs, the MACC and MTAX are not STEM-designated. International graduates qualify for the standard 12-month OPT rather than the 36-month STEM extension. This program is best suited for international students who either (a) plan to return home with U.S. CPA credentials, or (b) are confident in securing H-1B visa sponsorship from a Big Four or large regional firm within their first year of OPT.
Graduates typically enter the Big Four (Deloitte, PwC, EY, KPMG) or regional firms (RSM, BDO, Moss Adams, Grant Thornton, Crowe) as Audit Associates or Tax Associates, with starting salaries in the $65,000$80,000 range in San Diego/SoCal markets. Career progression typically follows: Associate (Years 13) ? Senior (Years 35) ? Manager (Years 58) ? Senior Manager ? Partner track. Alternative paths include corporate accounting roles at Qualcomm, Sempra, ResMed, and Illumina, plus forensic accounting, internal audit, and transaction advisory roles.

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