Program Overview
What You Need To Know About Our MBA in Accounting Online
Empower your career with multiple growth opportunities by earning your MBA in Accounting online from Northwest Missouri State University. The program hours you will earn qualify toward the educational requirement for sitting for the CPA exam.
In this accredited online accounting MBA program, you will develop the ability to apply accounting concepts useful in making managerial decisions; expand your knowledge of economics principles important to managers; and utilize mathematical and statistical methods for business decisions.
The curriculum provides an in-depth exploration of topics that affect a company’s accounting policies; contemporary issues affecting accounting professionals; and utilizing financial reporting to support sound business decisions. Plus, you will prepare for managerial roles with a foundational business background by studying topics such as economics, finance, marketing, and organizational behavior.
All of our courses are taught by highly qualified, caring professors who have professional credentials and are dedicated to helping you develop accounting expertise through relevant, real-world applications.
Accreditation:
The business programs at Northwest Missouri State University are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). For more information about ACBSP accreditation, visit acbsp.org.
Accounting with MBA careers include:
- Audit Manager
- Accounting Manager
- Tax Manager
- Financial Manager
- Director of Accounting
- Audit Manager
- Accounting Manager
- Tax Manager
- Financial Manager
- Director of Accounting
Online MBA programs also available
Northwest online offers a variety of specialized MBAs. Check out all of our online MBA concentrations.
Accreditation:
The business programs at Northwest Missouri State University are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). For more information about ACBSP accreditation, visit acbsp.org.
Tuition
Details on Our Affordable Tuition
Our MBA in Accounting online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
---|---|---|---|
MBA Accounting | $446 | $1,338 | $13,730 |
Important Refund Information
2nd day of class | Last date for 100% refund for dropped course |
4th day of class | Last date for 75% refund for dropped course |
6th day of class | Last date for 50% refund for dropped course |
8th day of class | Last date for 25% refund for dropped course |
Required Fees:
Required fee per course: $30
Total required fees: $300
Tuition breakdown:
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Calendar
Important Dates for Our Students
Northwest online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
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Fall 1 | 8/26/24 | 8/12/24 | 8/15/24 | 8/19/24 | 8/21/24 | 10/11/24 |
Fall 2 | 10/21/24 | 10/7/24 | 10/10/24 | 10/14/24 | 10/16/24 | 12/6/24 |
Spring 1 | 1/13/25 | 1/3/25 | 1/6/25 | 1/7/25 | 1/8/25 | 2/28/25 |
Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/24/25 | 2/27/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/5/25 | 4/25/25 |
Summer 1 | 5/5/25 | 4/21/25 | 4/24/25 | 4/28/25 | 4/30/25 | 6/20/25 |
Summer 2 | 6/23/25 | 6/6/25 | 6/11/25 | 6/13/25 | 6/17/25 | 8/8/25 |
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Admissions
Here’s How To Get Started in the Online Accounting MBA Program
At Northwest, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the MBA in Accounting online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. The requirements include:
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Resume detailing professional experience
- 3 years of work experience or acceptable GMAT/GRE score
Required Documentation
Applicants to Northwest’s MBA program who have a bachelor's degree in business* from a regionally accredited university must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and one of the following:
- Three years of continuous professional, full-time work experience
- Three years of continuous full-time U.S.-enlisted or commissioned military service
- Graduate degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- 3.50 or higher undergraduate GPA
- GMAT score of 440 or above
- Admission index of 1100 (undergraduate GPA x 200 + GMAT)
- GRE score of 285 or above
- Admission index of 965 (undergraduate GPA x 200 + GRE)
- 70th percentile or above score on the Major Field Test for Business
*In addition to the general requirements prescribed by the Graduate School, all students without an undergraduate degree in a business field must successfully complete the MGMT 54201: MBA Business Foundation course before any graduate course.
Official transcript(s) may be emailed to:
[email protected].
Official documents may be mailed to:
Graduate Records Specialist
Northwest Missouri State University
800 University Drive
Maryville, MO 64468-6001
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Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- GPA of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale
- Resume detailing professional experience
- 3 years of work experience or acceptable GMAT/GRE score
Courses
Take a Look at Your Online Accounting Graduate Courses
For the Master of Business Administration in Accounting, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses (30 credit hours), including 21 hours of core courses and 9 hours of accounting concentration courses.
Note: If offered, students may take ECON 52654 (Managerial Economics) in place of ECON 52651.
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Check out our other MBA online degree programs.
Ranked #1
Northwest Missouri State University is ranked #1 among the "Best Online Colleges in Missouri" by SR Education Group (2020)
Highly Qualified Faculty
100% of classes are taught by professionals, not graduate assistants
*Tuition and fees are based on current rates. Textbooks and laptops are not included with tuition.
**Applicants to the MBA program who do not have a bachelor's degree in business are required to successfully complete the MBA Business Foundation course as your first class, which is designed specifically for students who are new to business curriculum.
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