The Master of Science in Accounting program at the Costello College of Business at George Mason University is designed to help you meet Virginia's 150-credit CPA licensing requirement while developing advanced analytical, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills. Those who earn a Master of Science in Accounting and pass the CPA exam have greater accounting career prospects and earning potential. <br><br>Courses emphasize the latest trends and issues in accounting, business ethics, and corporate governance. You also can complete an internship for credit, which gives you meaningful work experience and can lead to a full-time employment offer. Youll study financial, audit, and tax accounting, and you can also customize your degree by simultaneously earning a certificate in accounting for government contracts, government accounting, forensic accounting, or accounting analytics. <br><br>Committed to access, we understand not all students who want to advance their education have the ability to spend time in a physical classroom. To that end, we offer both fully in-person and fully online options.