About Accounting, Mac in University of Alabama At Birmingham
Behind every successful business is a great accountant—and we can give you the skills you need to become that numbers guru. With your master's in accounting, you could go on to be a teacher, auditor, financial analyst, CFO, or, of course, an accountant.
As a matter of fact, whether you're just entering this industry or looking to advance your career, our program is perfect for you. Why? Well, for starters, we designed it with professionals in mind. That means evening and online classes for your convenience. Your curriculum will cover material such as business law, corporate governance, and financial accounting research. Plus, with elective options that include Security Management, Digital Forensics, and Data Science for Business, we have everything you need for a well-rounded education. Best of all, you'll get plenty of networking opportunities, internship opportunities, and hands-on learning experiences within Birmingham and beyond. Finally, upon graduation, you will have taken the courses to help you prepare for positions at accounting firms both locally and nationally, as well as at corporations and government entities.
- The Collat School of Business holds an accounting accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business—the highest honor a business school can achieve for its accounting programs.
- Jobs in accounting and auditing are growing at a rate of 10 percent—faster than average (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics).
A bachelor's degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL (UAB code: 1856):
- TOEFL (minimum composite score of 80 and a minimum score of 20 for each section) and TWE for international applicants whose native language is not English.
IELTS: 6.5 overall with at least a 6.0 on each section of the examination
Pearson Academic Test of English
- A minimum score of 53, all applicants
Highlights
| College Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Number of campuses |
1 |
| Academic Programs |
Graduate and Postgraduate degrees/diplomas and Certificates |
| Mode of Programs |
Full-time, Part-time, Online |
| Acceptance rate |
92% |
| International Student Enrolment |
5% |
| Website |
uab.edu/ |
University of Alabama, Birmingham, USA Cost of Attendance
| Fee |
Cost |
| Alabama Resident Tuition |
$8,568 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
| Other Fees |
$0 |
| Room and Board |
$12,307 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$5,555 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$27,630 |
| Fee |
Cost |
| Out of State Resident Tuition |
$20,400 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
| Other Fees |
$0 |
| Room and Board |
$12,307 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$5,555 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$39,462 |
