Dec 07, 2024  
University of Alberta Calendar 2024-2025 
    
University of Alberta Calendar 2024-2025

Master of Accounting (Business)


The Master of Accounting (MAcc) prepares students with the required competencies of the CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant) designation.

Program Requirements


Students are required to complete a minimum of 36 units in coursework, including 9 units in capstone courses.

Ethics Requirement


The GPS Academic Integrity and Ethics Training Requirement is fulfilled through registration in ACCTG 657 .

Professional Development Requirement


Students in the Master of Accounting program fulfill the GPS Professional Development Requirement through their program.

Length of Program


Students enrolled in the MAcc program can complete the requirements over two summers (May to August), allowing students to work and gain professional experience during the remaining part of the year. 

The maximum time to complete the course-based MAcc program as set by the Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies is six years.