Master's in Accountancy Career Outcomes

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Launch Your Accounting Career

The master's in accounting program prepares you to begin a purposeful career. Our MSA graduates land jobs domestically and internationally as financial advisors, forensic accountants, consultants, and more. Many work at prestigious companies such as Deloitte, DuPont, EY, GE, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, KPMG, and Tencent.

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Gain skills for success

As an MSA student, you will benefit from a team of professionals dedicated to supporting your success through services that include résumé review, practice interviews, one-on-one advising, career fair preparation, company information sessions, and virtual alumni conversations.

91.4%Successful career outcomes for international graduates within six months of graduation 2025

100%Successful career outcomes for domestic graduates within six months of graduation 2025

Connect to top companies

Gies Business MSA graduates have accepted positions from leading companies throughout the US.

Featured Employers of MSA Graduates

Deloitte
Ernst & Young
Goldman Sachs
KPMG
PwC

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Featured Job Titles for MSA Graduates

Accounting associate
Consultant
Financial analyst
Internal auditor
Staff accountant

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Hear From Our Graduates

“Gies strengthened my understanding of U.S. GAAP, gave me real-world tax experience through VITA, and built my confidence in tech with a data analytics concentration. It was more than a degree, it was a launchpad for my career."

Labiba Samiha Siddika, MSA '25

ITS Tax Associate at PwC

"Coming from a non-accounting background, the MSA program at Gies opened doors I never imagined possible. With top-notch professors and dedicated career services, its global reputation draws in top firms, and its focus on lifelong learning ensures ongoing personal and professional growth."

Aiden Baek - MSA '24

"My experience at Gies was truly transformative. I felt supported and empowered at every step of my career journey. From personalized career coaching to exceptional networking opportunities, Gies offered world-class resources and fostered the confidence that shaped my path forward in the accounting profession."

Asif Chowdhury, MSA '25

Tax Associate, PwC

Career development from the start

Before you even get to campus, you’ll take part in the Gies Professional Pathway Foundations Certificate Program, which is designed to help you better understand your skills, your interests, and the types of careers that are a good fit for you. The program helps you explore careers that align with your personal goals and values – and sets you on a path for success, right from the start.

Support along your journey

No matter your career interests, our experienced career and professional development staff help you prepare for the next step in your career journey and be more competitive in the job market:

Résumé, LinkedIn profile, and cover letter reviews
In-person interview workshops and practice
Digital and virtual interviewing platform
Case interview resources
One-on-one advising
Online platform access and guidance
Company information sessions
Virtual alumni conversations

Take the next step toward earning your MSA

Gain the skills, experience, and professional network to succeed in accounting, consulting, finance, and beyond.