MASTER OF BUSINESS TAXATION WITH DATA ANALYTICS
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master of Business Taxation with Data Analytics (MBT) is designed for those seeking a career as a tax professional within the accounting industry. The MBT degree integrates advanced coursework in tax and accounting with quantitative applications in modeling, data, analytics and technology. Our graduates start their careers with a skillset and confidence that enables rapid career advancement and long-term success.
KEY FEATURES
• Nationally recognized faculty with current and former Big Four Tax partners and professionals
• Small class size and hands-on learning with cutting-edge technology
• Professional development and career support
• AACSB-accredited
PROGRAM TAKEAWAYS
BECOME A TRUSTED BUSINESS ADVISOR
Develop critical thinking skills to solve business issues and provide expert guidance to clients.
GAIN TAX CONSULTING SKILLS
Gain knowledge through hands-on learning that can be applied immediately in your career.
MAXIMIZE ANALYTICS & TECHNOLOGY
Analyze data that is needed to drive decision-making in a complex business environment.
• Two semesters, full-time, on-campus (can start in Spring or Fall)
• 30 credit hours to combine with undergraduate hours to meet CPA requirements
• STEM-designated program (as of Fall 2024)
ENHANCE LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Advance your interpersonal proficiencies to become a confident and effective team leader.
EXPAND YOUR NETWORK
Connect with tax and business leaders who are innovators in the tax and accounting profession.
Taxes and Business Strategy Tax Research, Policy & Ethics Corporate Taxation Tax Provision Accounting Partnership Tax Emerging Technologies International Tax Digital Accounting Experience State and Local Taxation Data: Models, Analysis, and Visualization Tax Issues Mergers & Acquisitions Transactions Accounting Analytics Leadership for the New Accounting Professional Accounting Systems and Controls CURRICULUM
EMPLOYMENT OUTCOMES
100% OF OUR GRADUATES HAVE RECEIVED AND ACCEPTED A JOB OFFER PRIOR TO GRADUATION.
*As of May 2023. Disclaimer: Career outcomes and salary information are based on self-reported student data collected by the VSB Graduate Business Programs Office.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
Students who have, or will have, completed an undergraduate degree prior to enrolling are eligible to apply. Applicants must have taken the following prerequisites: Intermediate Accounting I and II, Federal Income Tax and Audit Many students enter the program after completing their undergraduate degree in 3 or 3 ½ years.
TUITION INFORMATION
The academic year tuition for the entire program is $45,660.
• The university assesses an additional $50 general fee each semester.
• Students participating in the MBT Fellows Program receive reduced tuition.
• Additional scholarships are available through participating accounting firms in partnership with the MBT program.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
REQUIREMENTS
• Online application
• Resume
• Official transcript of academic credentials
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
• Two letters of recommendation
• One essay
• Admissions Interview
Round 4: November 30
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, ENROLLMENT
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS, AND FINANCIAL AID ARE AVAILABLE!
• GMAT or GRE is optional
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EDWARD
CPA
JAMES DIETZ
LIVA, JD,
FACULTY
EDWARD.LIVA@VILLANOVA.EDU
JAMES.DIETZ@VILLANOVA.EDU
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