The Accounting - Combined BS/MS at Montclair State University is your pathway to becoming a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), offering a comprehensive education designed to equip you with the essential functional and technical skills for success. This integrated program delves into the complexities of current accounting, auditing, and tax practices, preparing you to tackle real-world challenges immediately. You will gain a specialized, in-depth understanding of the field, making this a critical step for ambitious students aiming for a distinguished career in finance and accounting.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over five years, allowing you to seamlessly transition into graduate-level coursework during your senior year through "swing courses." This accelerated approach enables you to earn both your Bachelor of Science and Master of Science in Accounting within a condensed timeframe, fulfilling the 150 credit hours required for CPA licensure in New Jersey. You will engage with core business subjects, specialized accounting courses, and graduate-level studies in areas like advanced taxation and auditing, graduating ready to sit for the CPA examination and launch your professional career.