MSA Master of Science in Accounting Degree

University of St. Thomas - Houston MSA Master of Science in Accounting graduate If you want to increase your earning potential while learning a variety of skills that will help you advance in your career, a UST Master of Science in Accounting can make all the difference. A campus 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.

With flexible evening classes and accelerated summer sessions, you can pursue an MSA without sacrificing your professional responsibilities. Whether your goal is to improve your career in the private, nonprofit or government sector, a graduate degree from UST will help you bring your career vision to life.

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Your SuccessYour Success

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 — 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.

Celts exploring businesses — Exploring Businesses
Visit organizations and hear from employees developing and executing business strategies.

Consulting projects — Consulting Projects
Work as a consultant on business issues and apply your knowledge to real-world challenges.

Guest speakers — 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

Create Your Own FutureCreate Your Own Future

University of St. Thomas - Houston MSA Master of Science in Accounting student sits in conference room A career in accounting involves complex work in exciting fields that are ever-evolving. Here are a few places our MSA graduates have found great jobs in the accounting field:

Alliant Group
BB&T
Hewlett Packard
Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Morgan Stanley
Shell Oil Company

At UST, we believe in developing both the professional skills needed to be a great accountant, and the soft skills that will empower you to grow and develop as a person. Leadership, strong presentation skills and teamwork – all of these are necessary for exceptional success in the accounting field.

UST faculty take pride in their personal, hands-on approach to your education. Well-accomplished academically, they have years of experience in the accounting industry and weave real-life applications with technical understanding, helping you to develop a solid mastery of your area. Moreover, we have unique relationships with a number of key players in business.

Why UST?Why UST?

Customization

Two University of St. Thomas - Houston MSA Master of Science in Accounting students look at book with professor

Whatever your level of experience, the MSA 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

University of St. Thomas - Houston MSA students at ice cream social

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

University of St. Thomas - Houston MSA students at a dinner event

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

University of St. Thomas - Houston MSA Master of Science in Accounting student walks in front of the Chapel of St. Basil 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

Visiting Professor

Associate Professor

Associate Professor

Assistant Professor

Visiting Assistant Professor

Dr. Rebecca Dowden

Program Director; Associate of Applied Science Program

Prof. Ramon Fernandez

Assistant Professor

Dr. Beena George

Chief Innovation Officer

Dr. Lynn Godwin

Associate Professor

Dr. Marina Grau

Visiting Assistant Professor

Dr. Sujin Horwitz

Professor

Dr. John Leavins

Professor Chair, Accounting

Mr. Charles Lewis

Visiting Instructor

Dr. Roger Morefield

Associate Professor

Dr. Elham Mousavidin

Associate Professor of Management; Chair, Management & Marketing

Dr. Daniel Perez

Associate Professor

Dr. Vinita Ramaswamy

Professor

Dr. David Schein

Associate Professor and Director of CSB Graduate Programs

Dr. Hassan Shirvani

Professor Cullen Foundation Chair in Economics

Associate Professor

Professor

Assistant Professor

Tenured Professor of International Studies; Chair, International Studies, Modern Languages and Political Science; Director, Center for International Studies and Director of Study Abroad; Cullen Trust for Higher Education/Fayez Sarofim Endowed Chair in International Studies; Faculty Senate Chair for the 2019-2020

Associate Professor

Assistant Professor

Assistant Professor

Interim Dean Cameron School of Business; Tenured Professor of Finance; Cullen Endowed Chair of Finance

Dr. Shuoyang Zhang

Associate Professor

Slide 1: Dr. Sukran Atadeniz Visiting Professor
Slide 2: Dr. Ulyses Balderas Associate Professor
Slide 3: Dr. Sidika Bayram Associate Professor
Slide 4: Dr. Yiying Cheng Assistant Professor
Slide 5: Dr. Samuel Condic Visiting Assistant Professor
Slide 6: Dr. Rebecca Dowden Program Director; Associate of Applied Science Program
Slide 7: Prof. Ramon Fernandez Assistant Professor
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 Professor Chair, Accounting
Slide 13: Mr. Charles Lewis Visiting Instructor
Slide 14: Dr. Roger Morefield Associate Professor
Slide 15: Dr. Elham Mousavidin Associate Professor of Management; Chair, Management & Marketing
Slide 16: Dr. Daniel Perez Associate Professor
Slide 17: Dr. Vinita Ramaswamy Professor
Slide 18: Dr. David Schein Associate Professor and Director of CSB Graduate Programs
Slide 19: Dr. Hassan Shirvani Professor Cullen Foundation Chair in Economics
Slide 20: Dr. John Simms Associate Professor
Slide 21: Dr. Michele Simms Professor
Slide 22: Mr. Richard Sindelar Assistant Professor
Slide 23: Dr. Hans Stockton Tenured Professor of International Studies; Chair, International Studies, Modern Languages and Political Science; Director, Center for International Studies and Director of Study Abroad; Cullen Trust for Higher Education/Fayez Sarofim Endowed Chair in International Studies; Faculty Senate Chair for the 2019-2020
Slide 24: Dr. John Story Associate Professor
Slide 25: Dr. Debby Su Assistant Professor
Slide 26: Dr. Pooya Tabesh Assistant Professor
Slide 27: Dr. Joe Ueng Interim Dean Cameron School of Business; Tenured Professor of Finance; Cullen Endowed Chair of Finance
Slide 28: Dr. Shuoyang Zhang Associate Professor