M.Acy Accounting

30 credit hours
100% online
Overview
The McCoy College of Business Department of Accounting is dedicated to preparing our diverse student population for professional success in an ever-changing global economy. The master of accountancy (M.Acy.) degree broadens the educational experience of individuals preparing for a career in public accounting. Students explore the social, ethical, and environmental effects of accounting information on those who rely on it for their decision-making needs. The M.Acy. program can be used to satisfy the 150-hour education requirement for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in Texas. An undergraduate degree in accounting is not required.
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Program Mission
The McCoy College of Business Department of Accounting is dedicated to preparing our diverse student population for professional success in an ever-changing global economy. The master of accountancy (M.Acy.) degree broadens the educational experience of individuals preparing for a career in public accounting. Students explore the social, ethical, and environmental effects of accounting information on those who rely on it for their decision-making needs. The M.Acy. program can be used to satisfy the 150-hour education requirement for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam in Texas. An undergraduate in accounting is not required.
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Career Options
The program prepares students for careers in many areas, including:
- public accounting as an auditor, tax professional, forensic accountant, or business consultant
- industry as an internal auditor, controller, financial analyst, or chief financial officer
- government as an IRS agent, FBI agent, or defense contract auditor
- not-for-profit organizations
- education as an accounting academic
Advanced Specialization

A Master of Accountancy (M.Acy.) degree from Texas State University can indeed lead to advanced specialization within the field of accounting. The Big-4, mid-tier, regional and local firms frequently recruit current students for accounting internships and full-time positions. Graduates are hired in public accounting firms and companies throughout the region and beyond.
Career Outlook Statistics
Accountants and Auditors
- 2024 Median Pay: $81,680 per year/ $39.27 per hour
- Work Experience in a Related Occupation: None
- Number of Jobs, 2023: 1,562,000
- Employment Change, 2023-2033: 6% (Faster than average)
Financial Managers
- 2024 Median Pay: $161,700 per year/ $77.74 per hour
- Work Experience in a Related Occupation: 5 years or more
- Number of Jobs, 2023: 837,100
- Job Outlook, 2023-2033: 17% (Much faster than average)
Financial Analysis
- 2024 Median Pay: $101,910 per year/ $48.99 per hour
- Work Experience in a Related Occupation: None
- Number of Jobs, 2023: 404,800
- Job Outlook, 2023-2033: 9% (Much faster than average)