Our graduate programs prepare students for what’s next Regardless of your current career or future plans, the Eccles School has a graduate program to help you achieve your dreams. Come experience new things and develop an entrepreneurial mindset that’ll serve you well in any role. Looking to enter the world of accounting? Our Master of Accounting program allows students to be ready for the CPA exam and their new career in just 9 to 12 months. Is tech your thing? Our Master of Science in Information Systems program prepares students to tackle some of businesses’ most pressing strategic problems with the latest tools and technologies. Regardless of the path you take, you’ll have personalized attention from expert faculty and supportive staff. Eccles School faculty rank at the top of research productivity in a public university. They know their stuff, both academically and from real-world experience. For example, our Master of Real Estate Development program pairs you with experienced professionals and gives you hands-on access to the industry’s latest trends and tools. Our programs offer the flexibility you need to balance your life and your education. As just one example, you can study full-time, or on nights and weekends, to earn an Eccles MBA.
Also, 20+ Eccles business career counselors help students find and get the best internships, experiences and careers possible. Their hard work is behind the over 95% placement rate our MAcc students enjoy. Whatever your goal, you’ll have our support to make your journey a success.
Nationally Ranked Programs n Master of Accounting program: No. 21 in the U.S. (Public Accounting Report, 2015) n Executive MBA: No. 22 in the U.S., Top 5 in the West (Financial Times, 2015) n Master of Science in Finance: No. 25 (TFE Times, 2016) n No. 31 in Top 50 Overall Business Grad Programs (GraduatePrograms.com) n Professional MBA: No. 42 in the U.S., Top 10 in the West (Bloomberg Businessweek, 2015) n MBA Online: No. 44 in the U.S., Top 10 in the West (U.S. News & World Report, 2016) n Full-Time MBA: No. 59 In the U.S., Top 10 in the West (Bloomberg Businessweek, 2015)
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Define your Eccles Experience Our programs are designed to fit your needs and further your career. PROGR AM
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Master of Accounting (MAcc): Full-Time, Part-Time, Intensive, International
9 to 12 months
The MAcc program gives future business leaders the skills they need to pass the CPA exam. The full-time program can be completed in two semesters, and the part-time in four semesters. The intensive program is for students without an accounting undergraduate degree, and the international program is for those with an international accounting degree. Both programs can be completed in three semesters.
Master of Business Administration (MBA): Full-Time, Executive, Professional, Online
21 to 24 months
One MBA — four ways to earn it. The Full-Time MBA is an immersive, experiential program for career exploration. The Professional MBA is an evening program for professionals seeking career advancement. The Executive MBA is a weekend program for seasoned, senior-level professionals seeking high-level skills. The MBA Online is for professionals seeking to earn a high-quality degree in a flexible, convenient format.
Master of Healthcare Administration
24 months
The CAHME-accredited MHA program prepares graduates for meaningful positions in healthcare management and administration. Structured to include a broad range of didactic and experiential learning opportunities, the curriculum fosters excellent analytical and communication skills, innovation, and a strong commitment to community service and performance improvement.
Master of Real Estate Development
12 to 24 months
The MRED program is designed for students and professionals from multiple disciplines, ranging from development and urban planning to finance, entrepreneurship and sales, to architecture, engineering and law. The program employs a flexible format, with late-afternoon and evening classes that accommodate both working professionals and full-time students.
Master of Science in Finance
12 months
An intensive one-year degree with an accommodating part-time option that adds clout to your resume and expands your career options. An MSF degree is rapidly becoming more of a requirement and less of an option for those seeking the most highly prized careers in financial trading, risk and asset management, and other technical financial fields.
Master of Science in Information Systems
12 months
The MSIS program offers advanced training and specialization in a some of the hottest IT fields including business intelligence and analytics, software and systems architecture, product and process management, and IT security. Students learn about the latest tools and technologies, and how to apply best practices in helping businesses solve some of their most pressing strategic problems.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
4 to 5 years
Our Ph.D. in Business Administration is offered in accounting, finance, information systems, marketing, operations management, organizational behavior, and strategic management. It prepares you for faculty positions at research universities through specialized scholarly research and training to become an effective teacher. The program is tailored to individual student interests with close faculty collaboration.