If you want to increase your earning potential while learning a variety of skills that will help transition to a career in accounting, a UST Master of Science in Accounting can make all the difference. The MSA program is targeted for students who do not have an accounting background, but wish to pursue accounting as a career.
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. A UST Master of Science in Accounting opens up a world of opportunities in public accounting (as a CPA), forensic accounting, corporate accounting, governmental accounting, and not-for-profit accounting.
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
Create Your Own FutureCreate Your Own Future
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
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.
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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. Ulyses Balderas Director, Study Abroad Program
Director, Latin American Studies Program
Associate Professor, Center for International Studies
Slide 2: Dr. Sidika Bayram Associate Professor
Slide 3: Dr. Yiying Cheng Assistant Professor of Finance
Slide 4: Dr. Samuel Condic Associate Professor; Endowed Chair of Business Ethics
Slide 5: Dr. Rebecca Dowden Program Director; Associate of Applied Science Program
Slide 6: Prof. Ramon Fernandez Tenured Assistant Professor of Accounting
Slide 7: Dr. Beena George Chief Innovation Officer
Slide 8: Dr. Lynn Godwin Associate Professor
Slide 9: Dr. Marina Grau Visiting Assistant Professor
Slide 10: Dr. Sujin Horwitz Professor
Slide 11: Dr. John Leavins Tenure Professor of Accounting: Chair, Accounting
Slide 12: Dr. Roger Morefield Associate Professor
Slide 13: Dr. Elham Mousavidin Associate Professor of Management; Chair, Management & Marketing
Slide 14: Dr. Daniel Perez Associate Professor
Slide 15: Dr. Vinita Ramaswamy Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs; Tenured Professor of Accounting
Slide 16: Dr. David Schein Associate Dean; Director of Graduate Programs; Tenured Professor
Slide 17: Dr. Hassan Shirvani Professor
Cullen Foundation Chair in Economics
Slide 18: Dr. John Simms Associate Professor
Slide 19: Dr. Michele Simms Tenured Professor of Management; Cameron Endowed Chair of Management and Marketing
Slide 20: Mr. Richard Sindelar Director, Center for International Studies
Director, Distinguished Diplomat Program
Assistant Professor, Center for 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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You will learn about taxation, financial accounting, managerial accounting, auditing, forensic accounting, and accounting information systems.
Whether you want to sit for the CPA exam or just get a career in accounting off to a great start, The MSA program at UST is the perfect choice for you.
Join us at one of our information sessions on campus to learn more about Cameron School of Business graduate programs, requirements and admissions. Application fees are waived for any applicant who attends an open house.
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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.
The University of St. Thomas campus is located next to Houston's Museum District, just minutes from downtown. Our address is 3800 Montrose Blvd. The campus sits between Richmond Avenue and West Alabama, with quick access to 5 major highways.
A campus tour is one of the best ways to determine whether or not UST is right for you.
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