With the landscape of accounting evolving and the role of accountants changing from background support to partners in business decision making, it is important that you evolve.
The UST Master of Professional Accounting program was created for accountants with an undergraduate degree in accounting who want to advance and increase their earning potential.
Technology such as blockchain, data analytics and cybersecurity are becoming areas that accountants of today have to be experts in. The MPA program will help you develop these essential skills.
The UST campus is centrally located in Houston, connections to top industry professionals and access to experienced faculty make UST one of the best decisions you can make for your future.
Your success hinges on many factors, including the relationships you build with others in the business community. As a graduate student at the University of St. Thomas Cameron School of Business, you'll have unparalleled networking opportunities:
Celt Coffee Hour
Engage with industry professionals in a round-table discussion and debate.
Business Symposium
Annual conference connecting you with alumni and leading Houston business experts.
Career Day
Panel discussions with alumni and executives on how to best leverage a degree from UST.
Exploring Businesses
Visit organizations and hear from employees developing and executing business strategies.
Consulting Projects
Work as a consultant on business issues and apply your knowledge to real-world challenges.
Guest Speakers
Every semester, guest speakers join classes to provide insights and expertise.
1.3M
Accountants and Auditors
EMPLOYED IN THE U.S.
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2017
$119,000
Average Annual Salary
FOR CPAs IN THE U.S.
Source: Association of International Certified Professional Accountants salary survey, 2017
10%
Projected Job Growth
FOR ACCOUNTANTS & AUDITORS, COMPARED TO 7% OVERALL
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2017
A Career with a Bright Future
Being an accountant in today’s world is challenging. With ever-evolving technology, it is more important than ever to evolve with the times.
The Master of Professional Accounting was designed specifically to help accountants adapt to new methods of accounting and the increase in technology.
UST faculty help you to develop both professional and soft skills needed to advance in accounting. The personal, hands-on approach that UST faculty provide sets UST apart from its competition. Combine their experience, academic standing and relationships with industry leaders, make UST the best choice for accountants seeking their postgraduate degree.
Why UST?Why UST?
Customization
Whatever your level of experience, this program will give you foundational skills in economics, finance and other key areas. And you'll have the opportunity to shape your program around your interests and goals.
Connections
Whatever your field, our faculty have exprerience or strong relationships with people who do. We work closely with the Houston CPA Society, giving you unique access to internships and networking opportunities.
Community
To get a meaningful education, you need to surround yourself with people that have your best interests at heart. You’ll find a diverse student body at UST, dynamic people who have strong values and are courageous in helping you develop yours.
Ethics By The NumbersEthics By The Numbers
Beyond preparing you for a career in accounting, UST prepares you to live a great life. You’ll receive training in accounting, and you’ll also find an emphasis on integrity and a sense of professional ethics woven into the workplace. You’ll learn what you need to succeed in your profession and make a positive impact in your field.
UST is consistently ranked as one of the top 20 Catholic universities in the nation by the Cardinal Newman Society. Our students strive to find wisdom in their education and empowerment across all disciplines, embodying the Basilian values of goodness, discipline and knowledge.
Faculty
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Dean, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences;
Global Studies Director, Taiwan & East Asia Studies Program;
Fayez Sarofim – Cullen Trust for Higher Education Endowed Chair in International Studies; Tenured Professor, Center for International Studies
Slide 1: Dr. Mario Enzler Dean, Cameron School of Business, Professor
Slide 2: Dr. Ulyses Balderas Director, Study Abroad Program;
Director, Latin American Studies Program;
Associate Professor, Center for International Studies
Slide 3: Dr. Sidika Bayram Associate Professor
Slide 4: Dr. Yiying Cheng Associate Professor of Finance
Slide 5: Dr. Samuel Condic Associate Professor; Endowed Chair of Business Ethics
Slide 6: Dr. Rebecca Dowden Program Director; Associate of Applied Science Program
Slide 7: Prof. Ramon Fernandez Tenured Assistant Professor of Accounting
Slide 8: Dr. Beena George Chief Innovation Officer
Slide 9: Dr. Lynn Godwin Associate Professor
Slide 10: Dr. Marina Grau Visiting Assistant Professor
Slide 11: Dr. Sujin Horwitz Professor
Slide 12: Dr. John Leavins Tenure Professor of Accounting: Chair, Accounting
Slide 13: Dr. Roger Morefield Associate Professor
Slide 14: Dr. Elham Mousavidin Associate Professor of Management; Chair, Management & Marketing
Slide 15: Dr. Daniel Perez Associate Professor
Slide 16: Dr. Vinita Ramaswamy Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs; Tenured Professor of Accounting
Slide 17: Dr. David Schein Associate Dean; Director of Graduate Programs; Tenured Professor
Slide 18: Dr. Hassan Shirvani Professor
Cullen Foundation Chair in Economics
Slide 19: Dr. John Simms Associate Professor
Slide 20: Dr. Richard Sindelar Assistant Professor, Director for the Center of International Studies
Slide 21: Dr. Hans Stockton Dean, Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences;
Global Studies Director, Taiwan & East Asia Studies Program;
Fayez Sarofim – Cullen Trust for Higher Education Endowed Chair in International Studies; Tenured Professor, Center for International Studies
Slide 22: Dr. John Story Tenured Associate Professor of Marketing
Slide 23: Dr. Joe Ueng Tenured Professor of Finance; Chair: Economics and Finance; Cullen Endowed Chair of Finance
Slide 24: Dr. Shuoyang Zhang Tenured Associate Professor of Marketing
With a student to faculty ratio of just 11:1 and an online success coach for every undergraduate student, you’ll get the personal attention you need to maximize your potential. Secure your future now at UST.
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With the increasing changes in today’s accounting landscape, it is more important than ever to stay up to date with industry trends.
The MPA program does just that, it combines advanced methods with technology to put you in the best possible position to advance and thrive in accounting.
Tuition for the following graduate business programs is $1,163 per credit hour*:
MCTM (Master in Clinical Translation Management)
$34,890 for entire program*
MBA (Master of Business Administration)
MIB (Master of International Business)
MPA (Master of Professional Accounting)
MSA (Master of Science in Accounting)
MSB (Master of Science in Business) – 50% off tuition for fall 2021 semester
MSF (Master of Science in Finance)
JD/MBA Joint Degree Program
Tuition for the following graduate business program is $600 per credit hour*:
MEAM (Master of Science in Ecclesial Administration and Management)
*Full-time graduate students may also incur costs associated with books, off-campus housing, transportation and other expenses.
Students 65 years or older get a 30% discount for credit classes unless the program is already discounted or at a flat rate.
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For more information or to sit in on a class, please contact:
Graduate Programs Office
Cameron School of Business
713-525-2100 cameron@stthom.edu
If you're specifically interested in earning an MBA, you may wish to first use our interactive MBABuilder™ tool. It allows you to custom design an MBA degree plan that fits your life and career goals.
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