Professional Accountancy
Gain specialized training in accounting and related fields for those who wish to prepare for a career in public accounting and meet the 150-hour requirement to sit for the CPA exam in South Dakota.
Become an Expert in Your Field
As a Master of Professional Accountancy student at USD, you will prepare for a career in public accounting. Here you will find a program that emphasizes decision making, problem solving, understanding the role of business in society, developing leadership ability and social responsibility, analytical and critical thinking skills. You will receive in-depth training in accounting, finance and related subjects so you can pursue a career in accounting, auditing, tax, financial planning, management consulting and more.
Get connected with the top employers in the region and across the globe as you tap into the robust accounting employer and alumni networks at USD. Employers routinely recruit on-campus and accounting students have among the highest career placement rates among Beacom School of Business students.
Degrees & Offerings
Professional Accountancy (MPA)
Master'sGain specialized training in accounting and related fields for those who wish to prepare for a career in public accounting and meet the 150-hour educational requirement to sit for the CPA exam in most states, requirements vary by state. The flexible 100% online option is ideal for professionals to advance their career while remaining in the workplace.
Professional Accountancy: Accounting Analytics (MPA)
Master'sThis specialization meets the growing market demand for graduates with the ability to utilize and analyze data to strengthen accounting decision-making processes. In addition to the foundational accounting coursework, this program explores data-centric accounting theories and principles.
Joint Bachelor of Business Administration / Professional Accountancy Fast-Track Option (BBA/MPA)
Master'sAccounting majors meeting requirements for entry into the MPA program may opt to complete both the BBA and MPA concurrently. Students who pursue this fast-track option will be awarded their undergraduate and graduate degrees simultaneously, upon completion of the two programs.
Joint Master of Professional Accountancy / Juris Doctor (MPA/J.D.)
Master'sA joint program with the USD School of Law in which students earn both degrees concurrently in three years.
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USD'S 100% online MPA program ranked #2 in the nation as a "Best Affordable Online Master's in Accounting"
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Departments & FACILITIES
Accounting & Finance
Accounting and finance are among the most needed skill sets in the business world. The Division of Accounting and Finance prepares students through hands-on-experience in and out of the classroom so they can lead successful financial careers in any field.
Faculty & Staff
Srinivasan Ragothaman
Erin Cornelsen
Karen Davies
Derek Franken
Maria Leach
The Program You Want, Where You Want It
Whether you are a recent graduate looking to continue your education on USD's main campus in Vermillion or a working professional who values the convenience and flexibility of online options, you can rest easy knowing that you are getting a world-class education. You will enjoy access to the same, expert faculty members wherever you are taking classes.
Gain Real-World Experience
The Theta Upsilon Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi is the national scholastic and professional accounting fraternity. The primary objective is to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and professional excellence in the field of accounting.
World-Class Program, World-Class Connections
As an accounting student at the Beacom School of Business, you will be invited to attend a variety of networking events, including the South Dakota CPA Showcase, Meet the Firms speed networking event and weekly presentations by accounting firms as part of our engaged student organizations.
Not only will you have access to recruiters and alumni at the big 4 accounting firms (Deloitte, KPMG, Ernst & Young, PwC), you will meet top employers at local and regional levels.
Surprisingly Affordable
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Tuition (1 cr.)
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180.3
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340.15
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470.45
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55.3
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More About Tuition & Fees
Tuition rates are subject to change and may vary depending on the program or department. Visit the Graduate Tuition & Costs page for more information.
* Graduate Assistant (GA) rates are available for resident, non-resident and online students.