{"id":2257,"date":"2026-07-23T09:47:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T13:47:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/?page_id=2257"},"modified":"2026-07-24T08:36:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T12:36:48","slug":"accounting-joint-bs-msa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/accounting-joint-bs-msa\/","title":{"rendered":"Accounting Joint BS\/MSA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-columns-page-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" 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Upon completion of their BS, they will receive that degree and immediately move on to graduate studies, receiving their MSA upon completion of the 21 remaining credits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-sentinel-font-family wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-transform:uppercase\">On this page:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-f0d1fcef wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#why\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Why UM-Flint<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#careers\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Careers<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#curriculum\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Curriculum and Accreditation<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#admission\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Admission<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#deadlines\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Application Deadlines<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link\" data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\"><a data-trailing-icon=\"arrow-down\" class=\"wp-block-button__link has-brand-blue-color has-text-color wp-element-button fb-button-has-icon\" href=\"#advising\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">Academic Advising<svg class=\"fb-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" fill=\"currentColor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M12 20.1l5.8-5.8-1.1-1.1-4 4V4h-1.5v13.2l-4-4-1.1 1.1z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"why\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Why earn your Master of Science in Accounting at UM-Flint?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">100% online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">UM-Flint\u2019s MSA program is designed for working professionals and full-time students. The MSA is fully online and asynchronous, offering maximum flexibility through Canvas. Learning methods include discussion boards, video sessions and podcasts to fit your schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Accreditation and recognition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The MSA program is accredited by AACSB International, the highest accrediting body for business schools worldwide. Only 6% of business schools are accredited by AACSB. In accordance with AACSB, the University of Michigan-Flint subscribes to the highest standards in business education. We prepare students to contribute to their organizations and the larger society and to grow personally and professionally throughout their careers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Research opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As an MSA student at UM-Flint, you have access to unique opportunities that allow you to put classroom theory to work in your current place of employment or in new career opportunities. Our MSA students work to apply research toward solving complex problems, improving data-driven decision making through critical thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"careers\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">What can you do with a Master of Science in Accounting degree?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By earning an MSA degree, you can become a competitive candidate in the job market. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, MSA graduates are qualified for many high-paying careers, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Capital accountant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forensic accountant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget analyst<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Financial analyst<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cost estimator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tax accountant<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payroll accountant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"curriculum\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to start earning your bachelor\u2019s and master\u2019s in accounting at the same time? Apply today, or request information to learn more about the Joint BS\/MSA program at UM-Flint.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button wp-block-flintblock-program-link\">\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\thref=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/accounting-joint-bs-msa\/\"\n\t\t\ttarget=\"_blank\"\n\t\t\trel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\n\t\t\tclass=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button plausible-event-name=Program+Clicked plausible-event-program=Accounting+(BS\/MS) plausible-event-source=program-link\"\n\t\t>Accounting (BS\/MS) Curriculum<span class=\"fb:sr-only\"> (opens in new tab)<\/span><\/a>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"admission\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Admission requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and a minimum GPA of 3.0 in all business courses is required for acceptance into the BS\/MSA program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The student interested in the BS\/MSA program should apply in their junior or senior year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Application Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Submit an online application below to be considered for admission to the Joint BS\/MSA program. Other materials can be emailed to FlintGradOffice@umich.edu or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs, 251 Thompson Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Application for Graduate Admission<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$55 application fee (nonrefundable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. The Office of Graduate Programs will pull transcripts for University of Michigan-Flint students. Transcripts from other institutions must be sent directly to the school.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Statement of purpose: a one-page typed response to the question, \u201cWhat are your career objectives and how will an MS contribute to accomplishing these objectives?\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-text-alternate-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-ba608e6f wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<h2 id=\"deadlines\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-brand-blue-color has-text-color has-sentinel-font-family has-link-color has-xx-large-font-size wp-elements-b127aa3156e7fc920c363e60fdf7ee19\">Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fall semester early deadline: May 1*<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fall semester final deadline: Aug. 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter semester: Dec. 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spring semester: March 15<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">*You must have a complete application by the early May 1 deadline to guarantee application eligibility for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/\">scholarships, grants, and research assistantships<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-cover-chamfer-photo has-brand-white-color has-brand-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-518d03c17d32e730c18fa19ee088f581 is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-352fd7c9 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--0);margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-5b271542 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover has-chamfer wp-container-content-958eb9dc\" style=\"clip-path: polygon(0 0, calc(100% - 200px) 0, 100% 200px, 100% 100%, 0 100%); margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0;min-height:70vh;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-180 size-full\" alt=\"A historic building with a green sign and a globe on top, next to a modern building labeled &quot;University of Michigan Flint.&quot;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/shared-media\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/7\/2026\/06\/flint-um.jpg\" style=\"object-position:94% 57%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"94% 57%\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#627e99\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-large-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-left is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-16f4663b wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--70)\">\n<h2 id=\"advising\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-xx-large-font-size wp-elements-717c91166984960e3c9625e478f87459\">Academic Advising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At UM-Flint, we want all of our students to feel supported on their educational journey. 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