Whether pursued on campus and in-person or taken entirely online, the Jenkins Master of Accounting (MAC) curriculum is designed to provide a broad understanding of accounting and business practices and a rigorous technical education — the perfect combination for professional success.
All on-campus and online students will complete the Jenkins MAC core accounting curriculum and their choice of business electives.
“In the Jenkins MAC program, small class sizes allow professors to give you personal attention.”
Data Analytics
The Jenkins MAC program integrates data analytics throughout the curriculum and begins with a data analytics bootcamp to help students build foundational analytical skills.
You’ll learn how to think critically, interpret the data and present it. Multiple sources, including this PwC report, “Data Driven: What Students Need to Succeed in a Rapidly Changing Business World,” emphasize the important data analytics-related skills that accounting professionals must possess.
High-Impact Learning Experiences
The Jenkins MAC program emphasizes hands-on learning through real-world accounting challenges, case studies and collaborative team projects. Students gain practical experience that prepares them for professional accounting environments and develops skills in communication, teamwork and problem-solving. MAC faculty members bring industry expertise into the classroom and collaborate with business leaders to connect academic learning with real-world accounting practices.
Real Audit Experience
In Advanced Auditing, students audit sections of NC State’s Sustainability Report, sharpening knowledge and decision-making skills.
Practicum Projects
In IT Risks and Controls, students work with companies to evaluate real risks and controls for core business processes
Global Experiences
Students have the opportunity to participate in optional global experiences, gaining an understanding of the global professional environment.
ERM Practicum Projects
In Spring 2023, 19 students conducted real-world projects for one of three organizations: Boy Scouts of America, UNC Greensboro and Wake County Government. During these projects, students learned about the organization’s key strategic initiatives and business drivers; guided C-suite leaders through a process to prioritize strategic risks; prepared an extensive Strategic Risk Analysis report; and delivered a formal presentation to senior leaders that highlights key risk insights and related challenges.
Engaged Faculty
The Jenkins MAC curriculum is taught by senior accounting faculty who bring real-world expertise and cutting-edge academic research in their specialties.
In addition, MAC faculty members formally mentor 10 to 15 students each to ensure students have the guidance and support needed to thrive in the program.
“Learning about the MAC mentoring program on Orientation Day was a welcome surprise. Since high school, I’ve always made a point of finding at least one mentor. No one expects students to figure everything out alone. We always do better when we ask for help.“
“Through tailored mentoring sessions and group projects, my professors and peers at Poole were instrumental in encouraging me to launch into an ever-evolving industry.”
Michael Cento
Jenkins MAC Class of 2017 Finance Manager, ICON PLC
