The Jenkins Master of Accounting prepares you for strong career outcomes, CPA success and long-term professional growth. Discover what sets the program apart.
1. Build a Career in Accounting and Business Leadership
As long as there are businesses, there will be a need for accountants. And in today’s market, they don’t just crunch numbers — accounting professionals advise on business growth, detect risk, guide investments and support decision-making across industries.
For aspiring CPAs and accounting leaders, the Jenkins MAC provides a direct path to career advancement through advanced coursework, experienced faculty and strong graduate outcomes.
Students join the Jenkins MAC program from a variety of backgrounds and quickly find themselves part of a close-knit community. From the first day of orientation, you’ll begin building relationships that extend far beyond graduation — with classmates, alumni, and faculty who are invested in your success.
Every student is also paired with a faculty mentor, providing built-in guidance that is flexible and personalized. Through the MAC Mentorship Program, professors meet with mentees individually and in groups, offering advice on everything from managing the program to preparing for career opportunities. These connections ensure you have a strong professional and personal support network throughout your MAC experience.
3. Faculty With Industry And Academic Expertise
Our faculty are dedicated to your success, bringing both academic expertise and industry experience into the classroom. As mentors, they provide guidance and introduce forward-looking topics like data analytics and artificial intelligence. By preparing students for how AI is reshaping the profession — automating routine tasks and freeing accountants to focus on strategy and leadership — our faculty ensure you graduate ready for the future of accounting.
4. Proven Career Outcomes
Graduates consistently achieve strong outcomes, including 100% employment for the most recent class, higher first-time CPA pass rates than the national average and competitive early-career salaries. Beyond these results, the Jenkins MAC opens doors to vibrant careers in every corner of the business world. Jenkins MAC alumni build careers across industries, from corporate finance and consulting to nonprofit leadership and entrepreneurship.
MAC Alumni Redefining Accounting Careers
From CFOs and consultants to nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs, our alumni are using their accounting expertise to create impact in every corner of the world.
The Jenkins MAC curriculum is closely aligned with industry trends and real-world accounting practices. With two career tracks, three specializations, and the choice of On-Campus or Online formats, you can tailor the program to fit your career goals and lifestyle.
Business AI Certificate: Jenkins MAC students can enhance their degree with Poole College’s new Business Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate, gaining the skills to leverage AI tools for financial analysis, auditing and strategic decision-making.
“The faculty and staff are constantly looking for ways to improve the program. They have their finger on the pulse of the industry, and what we learn is curated to be relevant and topical.”
Michael Ferguson ’25
6. Hands-On Learning Experiences
You’ll apply your knowledge through practical projects, case studies, and opportunities to engage with real organizations. These experiences prepare you to step confidently into the profession, ready to contribute from day one. You’ll also learn directly from guest speakers and industry leaders who bring real-world insights into the classroom, connecting theory with practice.
7. A Complete Path to CPA Readiness
The Jenkins MAC provides all of the educational requirements for CPA licensure in one comprehensive program, giving you a clear and efficient path to certification while also developing the broader skills that fuel long-term career advancement.
Recognized for excellence by national rankings, the program holds prestigious AACSB accreditation and STEM designation. These credentials underscore the program’s quality, innovation, and ability to adapt to the changing demands of the accounting profession.
Part of the Pack
The Jenkins MAC program is part of the NC State University Poole College of Management — a top-ranked, future-focused business school deeply rooted in NC State’s history as a university that excels at science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
Find out why the Jenkins MAC is right for you.
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