The Master of Science in Accounting degree program will prepare students to advance professionally as effective, innovative and ethical financial leaders. Students will be equipped with the competitive skills, knowledge and experience to effectively use technology, engage people, enact change, improve operations and reach individual professional goals. Graduates will emerge from the program with the practical knowledge and critical-thinking skills to enhance their organization and advance their career. The program provides students with the additional educational requirements beyond the undergraduate degree which are necessary to become licensed as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in the state of California. Students should be aware of and are responsible for knowing and adhering to their own state requirements by visiting their respective state Board of Accountancy website.