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Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Accounting Specialization

School of Business and Technology

The MBA specialization in accounting will expand your knowledge in areas such as budget planning and control, audit and evaluation of controls, and the nature and function of accounting information in the decision-making process. This program will build the strategic perspective you need to interact effectively with executive management and strengthen your ability to succeed in middle and senior management positions. This program can be completed in two years.

MBA Business Core

The business core delivers the traditional MBA disciplines in courses such as marketing, operations, strategy and finance.

MBA Coaching Process

Our Professional Effectiveness Coaching SM process allows you to work with a professional coach to define and develop the skills you need to become a more effective manager. Our coaches help facilitate your growth and enhance performance in your current job, while positioning you to advance toward your career goals.

  • ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: Program starting soon
  • COST PER 3-CREDIT COURSE: $1,815
  • (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment)
  • TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 48 credits
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You may be closer than you think. The petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on an evaluation of the petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. Learn more about earning credit for prior learning

Core Courses:

  • MBA9010 and MBA9020 must be taken first and in sequence.
  • MBA9010 - Professional Effectiveness: Stretch, Impact, Reposition - 3 credits
  • MBA9020 - Leading for Results - 3 credits
  • MBA9110 - Marketing and Brand Management - 3 credits
  • MBA9130 - Operations and Process Management - 3 credits
  • MBA9140 - Financial Management - 3 credits
  • MBA9150 - Strategy - 3 credits
  • MBA9160 - Managing Information Assets and Technology - 3 credits
  • MBA9180 - Accounting - 3 credits
  • MBA9190 - Applied Managerial Statistics - 3 credits

Specialization Courses:

  • MBA9182 - Advanced Accounting - 3 credits
  • MBA9184 - Budget Planning and Control - 3 credits
  • MBA9186 - Audit and Control of Accounting Information Systems - 3 credits
  • MBA9188 - Accounting Information for Decision Making - 3 credits

Choose Two Elective Courses:

  • MBA9120 - Sales and Customer Relationship Management - 3 credits
  • MBA9170 - Regulatory and Ethical Environment of Business - 3 credits
  • MBA9210 - Building Relationships - 3 credits
  • MBA9220 - Developing and Coaching Others - 3 credits
  • MBA9230 - Leading Teams - 3 credits
  • MBA9240 - Facilitating Change - 3 credits
  • MBA9250 - Leveraging Workplace Diversity - 3 credits
  • MBA9260 - Negotiating for Results - 3 credits

Capstone course (taken during learner's final quarter):

  • MBA9380 - Accounting Capstone: Judgment, Planning, and Action - 3 credits

Capella University does not guarantee that the MBA with a specialization in accounting, on its own, will provide learners with the educational requirements necessary to be eligible to sit for the CPA examination or other professional licensures. Learners are encouraged to contact their state boards of accountancy for requirements in their state.

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