A master of science degree in accounting and financial planning proves to employers — and clients — that you will provide competent and ethical financial planning services. It sets you up for a successful career in a growing field.
The Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. (“CFP Board”) has certified our financial planning programs, including the master’s program, and has noted our student-centered approach to teaching financial planning courses.
Curriculum
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Core Accounting Courses (15 credits)
Course # | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
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ACC 6003 | Corporate Taxation | 3 |
ACC 6103 | Business, Law & Ethics for Accountants | 3 |
ACC 6205 | Principles of Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination | 3 |
ACC 6303 | Nonprofit and Government Accounting | 3 |
ACC 6403 | Contemporary Issues in Financial Accounting | 3 |
Financial Planning Curriculum (21 credits)
Course # | Course Name | # of Credit Hours |
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FIN 6000 | Introduction to Financial Planning | 3 |
FIN 6100 | Tax Management and Strategy | 3 |
FIN 6200 | Employee Benefits and Retirement Planning | 3 |
FIN 6300 | Risk Management & Insurance Planning | 3 |
FIN 6400 | Principles of Estate Planning | 3 |
FIN 6500 | Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management | 3 |
FIN 6600 | Capstone in Financial Planning | 3 |