Now is the time to learn the language of business.
When you choose the Masters of Science in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program you'll go beyond just accounting; you'll build your knowledge in areas of finance and information systems, too.
Academically qualified students may take 9-12 credits in fall and spring semesters and up to 6 credits in the summer in order to accelerate their progress through the graduate program.Fast-track your degree. Complete your degree in as little as 18 months.
This is a 30-42 credit flexible program includes 30 credits of coursework plus a maximum of 12 credits of foundation coursework for students with an undergraduate degree not in business or accounting.
Flexible Options
Available fully online, or as a mix of on-campus, online, and hybrid classes.
See the fully online program
Application Deadlines
Fall: Aug. 15; Spring: Jan. 1; Summer: May 1
See the admission requirements
- NOTE: The GMAT test is optional for admission consideration.
Program Costs
This program is charged at the graduate business tuition rate. Tuition is $841 per credit for in-state and regional residents, and $1,162 per credit for out-of-state residents. Additional fees will be applied. Learn more about tuition and fees.
This program is jointly offered by The University of Baltimore and Towson University. Students may take courses at UBalt, TU or online.
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This is a specialized degree program designed to both further the success of current accounting professionals and equip career-changers with the skills necessary to enter and excel in this industry. This innovative program is ideal for those interested in the areas of public accounting, corporate or nonprofit accounting.
News
An image of the Merrick School of Business.
Two Decades of UBalt Alumni Have Shaped Baltimore-Area's Largest Accounting Firms. Read the news release.
Reflections on a Year at the SEC. Faculty Spotlight by Mikhail Pevzner, Ph.D.
Contact Information
Dr. Pevzner's web profile.
Mikhail Pevzner, CPA
Professor of Accounting
e: mpevzner@ubalt.edu • p: 410.837.5862
Check out the 2021 Accounting Department Newsletter.
Printable Program Flyer (.pdf)
Did You Know?
"Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 10 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than average for all occupations." Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Accountants and Auditors
(visited November 18, 2017).
The Merrick School of Business has several program offerings for graduate students.
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Master's Degree Programs
M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services
Online M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services
M.S. in Cybersecurity Management
M.S in Nonprofit Management and Social Entrepreneurship (offered jointly with UBalt's College of Public Affairs)
M.S. in Taxation (offered jointly with UBalt's School of Law)
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Graduate Certificate Programs
The following post-baccalaureate certificates are linked to the MBA program.
The following post-baccalaureate certificates are linked to the M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program.
Government Financial Management
Internal Audit Services -
Continuing Education
Master's Advantage (a post-graduate, non-degree program)