MASTER OF ACCOUNTING WITH DATA ANALYTICS
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of Accounting with Data Analytics (MAC) is a highly specialized program that integrates data analytics with other essential skills—valuation, risk, tax, fraud, and qualitative skills—to prepare students to become multi-dimensional accountants. The program equips students pursuing audit, corporate accounting, finance and consulting careers with the most current skills desired by employers. The Villanova MAC is also a STEM-designated program.
KEY FEATURES
• Two semesters, full-time (can start Spring or Fall)
• 30 credit hours to combine with undergraduate hours to meet CPA requirements
• CPA preparation plus access to highly discounted Becker exam prep materials
CURRICULUM
• Hands-on learning with cutting-edge technology
• Professional development and career support
• Accelerated completion options available for eligible undergraduate students
• STEM-designated program (as of Fall 2024)
The MAC program enhances undergraduate accounting and non-accounting business backgrounds by providing coursework in complementary areas including finance, big data, ethics, and advanced writing and e-business. Courses cover a wide variety of relevant, career-advancing topics including:
• Financial market issues, such as derivative financial instruments and corporate restructuring
• The pervasive impact of taxation on business operations and planning
• Strategic planning and cost measurement
• Performance evaluation
• The impact of e-business on the business value chain
The MAC curriculum also incorporates experiential learning opportunities for students to learn and work with current technology and business applications such as Alteryx, Power BI and SQL.
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The faculty in the MAC program were extremely supportive, understanding, and flexible throughout the entire MAC program. They showed willingness to help everyone both in and out of the classroom academically and professionally.
SADE MEEKS, ’22 MAC
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Students who have, or will have, completed an undergraduate degree prior to enrolling are eligible to apply. Applicants must have taken, or must have plans to complete, the following pre-requisites:
Intermediate Accounting I and II, Federal Income Tax, and Audit .
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AVERAGE AGE AVERAGE GPA
Est. Range: 3.3 – 3.9
TUITION INFORMATION
The academic year tuition for the entire program is $45,660.
• The university assesses an additional $50 general fee each semester.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
REQUIREMENTS
• Online application
• Resume
• Official transcript of academic credentials
• Two letters of recommendation
• One essay
• Admissions Interview
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS, AND FINANCIAL AID ARE AVAILABLE!
APPLICATION DEADLINES
FALL
Round 1: November 30
Round 2: January 31
Round 3: March 31
Round 4: June 30
SPRING
Round 1: N/A
Round 2: N/A
Round 3: N/A
Round 4: November 30
CONNECT WITH ADMISSIONS!
JAMES DIETZ
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, ENROLLMENT JAMES.DIETZ@VILLANOVA.EDU
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