Southern New Hampshire University - Online Master of Science in Accounting

Southern New Hampshire University offers an online Master of Science in Accounting that covers advanced accounting principles, quantitative and cost analysis, information technology for financial evaluation, professional auditing, and tax preparation at both the individual and corporate level.

SNHU’s online MS in Accounting has 5 start dates per year in October, December, March, May and August. The program is 100% online with no campus visits required. It can be completed in as little as 15 months, at 2 courses per 10-week term. Students may be eligible for course waivers or exemptions if they have an undergraduate degree or concentration in accounting or finance.

The MS in Accounting program follows an asynchronous format which allows working professionals to view materials and complete assignments according to their own schedule. Interactions between faculty and classmates take place through various tools including discussion boards, chat, email and phone calls. Materials for each week’s lesson are clearly laid out for better time management. Student services include an advisor, admissions counselor, tutoring and career services, the writing center, IT solutions and library services. SNHU also offers SNHUconnect, an online student portal where students meet with peers, faculty and alumni to collaborate on projects, gain feedback and share ideas.

The online master’s in accounting requires the completion of 36 credits, including 27 credits of major courses and 9 credits of major electives. Core courses may include Advanced Auditing, Control/Audit of Accounting Info System, Situational Ethics in Accounting, Advanced Topics in Financial Reporting, Corporate Financial Management, Business Law, Managing Through Communication and Federal Income Tax of Corporations and Partnerships. In addition, students complete an accounting capstone. General electives may include courses like Introduction to Forensic Accounting/Fraud Exam, International Accounting and Tax Research Methodology. Students without an accounting background may need to complete accounting foundation courses including Cost Accounting, Financial Reporting I-III, Auditing and Federal Taxation of Individuals.

Southern New Hampshire University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). SNHU’s accounting programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).