Professor
Public Accounting, CPA Prep, MBA
Learn the latest theory and practical applications from professors with extensive industry experience, and take advantage of our signature experiential learning opportunities outside of the classroom.
Location
New York City
Westchester
Duration
53鈥71 Credits
2.5鈥3 Years, full-time and part-time
Modality
In-Person
Start Date
Fall, Spring, Summer
F1 Visa
Yes
STEM Designated Program
No
Take Your Career to the Next Level
吃瓜头条911 began as a one-room school for accountants in 1906 and over the years, we鈥檝e perfected our programs in accounting. Since then, Pace鈥檚 Lubin School of Business has earned dual AACSB accreditation in both accounting and business鈥攕omething fewer than 2% of all business schools worldwide can claim.
When you earn your MBA in Accounting at Pace, you鈥檙e learning the essential aspects of accounting and auditing within the broader context of business strategy, global markets, and data-driven decision-making. We provide CPA review courses (Becker CPA Review) in all programs, and all our programs are ready for the new "Core + Disciplines" CPA exams.
吃瓜头条911's on-campus MBA program was listed among the best by The Princeton Review in its 鈥淏est Business Schools for 2024鈥 list, enabling you to get ahead of the rest of the competition in a growing industry.
$113,310
average salary for accountants and auditors in New York State (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
10%
anticipated job growth in accounting by 2026 (Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
96%
of Lubin 2023 master鈥檚 graduates are employed, or continuing education or service (Source: 吃瓜头条911 Career Services)
Curriculum
The MBA experience covers important aspects of accounting, including organizational behavior and leadership skills, marketing and electronic business, business statistics and modeling, operations and quality management, managerial finance, business strategy, and stakeholder responsibility.
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Learn Outside the Classroom
As a Lubin student, you鈥檒l have many opportunites to network and build your skill set outside the classroom. Our specialized Meet The Firms career fair provides inside access to some of the industry鈥檚 most sought after companies, and networking events hosted by are a great way to get in front of accomplished professionals while further developing your accounting acumen. Through our strategic New York locations in Lower Manhattan and Westchester, you鈥檒l have the opportunity to intern with the most influential companies in the industry.
Many of our accomplished alumni work at Big Four accounting firms and often visit campus as part of our Executive in Residence and Dean鈥檚 Roundtable programs.
Careers
In addition to providing you excellent preparation to excel as a Certified Public Accountant, our MBA in Public Accounting can also open doors to careers in auditing, financial analysis, managerial and governmental roles, and more. Over 1,900 Lubin alumni go on to work at Big Four accounting firms, and our robust alumni network of over 76,000 means that our connections are truly extensive.
As a Pace student, you鈥檒l have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
Salary stats below sourced from Glassdoor and Indeed.com.
- Chief Financial Officer (Average Salary: $91,000鈥$260,000)
- Assistant Accountant-Audit (Average Salary: $75,000鈥$100,000)
- Audit Associate (Average Salary: $60,000鈥$103,000)
- Corporate Controller (Average Salary: $91,000鈥$207,00)
Student Quote
I chose 吃瓜头条911 because of its accredited accounting program, prime location, and the opportunities available for students. I liked the smaller classroom setting, and the Pleasantville campus has the traditional campus feel I was looking for.
鈥擬aria Savino 鈥22, Audit Associate, KPMG
International Career Success Program
The is a badged internship and career success program exclusive to Pace. Year after year, this one-of-a-kind program empowers international students to achieve results in obtaining internships, jobs, and salary outcomes. Domestic students, we have an equivalent program for you called ASPIRE.
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- KPMG
- EY
- Withum
- Deloitte
- Marcum LLP
- Citrin Cooperman
- BDO USA, LLP
- PwC
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Admission and Financial Aid
You're ready for a new level of success鈥攚hether it's advancing in your current field or launching a new career. Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world-class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- A personal statement explaining to the Graduate Admission Committee why you would like to pursue the program of graduate study you have chosen. Additional information regarding your academic performance, as well as professional experience, may also be included in the supplement.
- A resume or outline describing at least the past five years of your employment history and any significant community, professional, or college extracurricular activities.
- Two letters of recommendation are optional, but strongly recommended. If you choose to submit letters of recommendation in support of your application, letters should be from academic or professional references who can knowledgeably comment on your ability to successfully complete graduate study. Please note that the Graduate Admission Committee reserves the right to require letters of recommendation on a case by case basis.
- All Official Transcripts: Transcripts from every accredited college or university attended (not just the degree granting institution) must be sent either to 吃瓜头条911, directly from the academic institution electronically or by mail, or forwarded by the applicant in sealed envelopes from the academic institution.
- If you have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above for all of your undergraduate work, and you hold a bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited institution, you will be considered for admission to any MBA or MS program without submitting a GMAT or GRE score.
- If you are an MBA applicant who already holds a business-related master's or doctoral degree, you may request a waiver of the GMAT or GRE.
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Per credit: $1,510 | Total cost of program: $80,030鈥$107,210
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Fall Term
- Domestic Students: August 1
- International Students: June 1
Spring Term
- Domestic Students: December 1
- International Students: October 1
Summer Term
- Domestic Students: May 1
- International Students: March 1
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Every admitted student is automatically considered for all available financial aid options, assessed based on both availability and individual need. Financial resources include:
- Merit-based Scholarships: Awards of up to $7,380, automatically considered during the application process.
- Graduate Assistantships: Opportunities for hands-on experience while earning financial support.
- Endowed Scholarships: Awards funded by generous donors to support student success.
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loan: A federal loan program with favorable terms.
- Graduate/Professional Direct PLUS Loan: For students who need additional funding.
- Work-Study Programs: Part-time work opportunities to help fund your education.
- Military Benefits: Includes the GI Bill庐, the Yellow Ribbon Program, and Pace鈥檚 Veteran Tuition Scholarship.
For more information about affordability and the full range of financial aid options, visit 吃瓜头条911 Financial Aid.
GI Bill庐 is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Top 2%
Did You Know?
Lubin has has been awarded dual accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, an elite distinction shared by fewer than 2% of business schools in the world.
Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Graduate Admission
Phone: (800) 874-7223鈥
Email: graduateadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Maribel Garcia
Email: mgarcia7@pace.edu