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Master of Accounting Curriculum

Students in the Jenkins Master of Accounting (MAC) program learn through the integration of teaching, research and engagement.

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A Forward-Thinking Accounting Curriculum

Our Master of Accounting curriculum goes beyond meeting educational standards — it prepares you to pass the CPA exam and succeed in your accounting career. Here’s how:

  • Cutting-edge Faculty: Learn from experienced professionals who bring industry expertise and research-based knowledge into the classroom.
  • Experiential Learning: Go beyond the classroom with hands-on team projects, case studies and practicum experiences that reflect real accounting scenarios and build career-ready skills.
  • Modern Data & AI Skills: Develop the analytical and technological skills today’s accounting leaders need. The Jenkins MAC curriculum blends data-driven learning with opportunities like Poole College’s new Business Artificial Intelligence Certificate, helping students apply analytics and AI tools to solve real-world business challenges.
  • STEM Designation: The Jenkins MAC Program belongs to an elite group of AACSB-accredited accounting programs to be STEM-designated. The designation recognizes the program’s consistent efforts to update the curriculum for the ever-changing area of data analytics and related emerging technologies.

A PC computer is required for all students in the MAC program. Software used throughout the program does not run on other types of computers. More about MAC computer purchase information.

CPA Exam Preparation and Support

NC State MAC students’ CPA exam pass rate is above the national average. Learn about the resources and support available to help you succeed on the CPA exam.

Accounting Career Tracks and Specializations

Jenkins On-Campus and Online MAC students have the choice of two tracks to meet the needs of their career goals in the accounting profession. View the curriculum details for each track at the links below.

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