Master's Degree in Accounting
Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA)
Advance Your Career in Accounting
UT Permian Basin’s Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA) program is built for aspiring CPAs and working professionals alike. Whether you're continuing from your undergraduate studies or balancing your career with graduate education, this flexible program helps you meet CPA requirements while deepening your expertise in accounting and business strategy.
The MPA program emphasizes real-world application, with a focus on organizational needs specific to West Texas and beyond—including small businesses, service firms, entrepreneurial ventures, and government entities. All courses are offered online, allowing you to learn at your pace and on your schedule.
The MPA program emphasizes real-world application, with a focus on organizational needs specific to West Texas and beyond—including small businesses, service firms, entrepreneurial ventures, and government entities. All courses are offered online, allowing you to learn at your pace and on your schedule.
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Graduate Admission Criteria for Accounting
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Degree Requirements
To earn a Master of Professional Accountancy (MPA) at UT Permian Basin, students must complete 36 semester credit hours, distributed across the following key areas:
- 21 hours of Core Accounting courses
- 9 hours of Business Electives
- 6 hours of Accounting Electives
Additional Notes: Students must maintain a minimum GPA as specified by the College of Business.
*Prerequisite courses may be required for those without an academic background in accounting or business.
Career Opportunities for a Master's Degree in Accounting
A degree in Accounting will set you on the path for many career opportunities, including:
- CPA
- Tax Consultant
- Forensic Accountant
- Corporate Controller
- CFO
- Risk Analyst
- Accounting Systems Specialist
Degree Roadmap
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*Students granted conditional status will be changed to regular status upon successful completion of a minimum of 12 semester credit hours of MBA course coursework with a grade of B or better in each course taken.
The final decision regarding admission will be made by the Director of Graduate Programs in the College of Business.
