The Taxation Analytics Track prepares students to become professional tax advisors/consultants, and tax executives in any size private and public corporations. Specific job opportunities may include accountant, tax accountant, auditor, tax examiner, and IRS auditor. Tax accountants are accountable for the collection of tax-related information, reporting to governmental taxation authorities, and advising on the tax impact of corporate strategies. Students will be prepared to handle the day-to-day responsibilities of a tax accountant, but also as a well-rounded accountant. Areas of study include corporate tax, partnership, individual income planning and estate tax, real estate, and tax-exempt organizations.
First Year (2024-2025)
| Fall Semester | 8 credits | |
| Term: A | ||
| BUAC740 | Data Driven Decision Making (Core Course) | 2 credits |
| BUAC712 | Business Communication for Accountants and Auditors | 2 credits |
| Term: B | ||
| BUAC764 | Taxation of Corporations & Other Entities | 2 credits |
| BUAC746 | Systems for Data Analysis (Core Course) | 2 credits |
| Spring Semester | 14 credits | |
| Term: C | ||
| BUAC770 | International Taxation | 2 credits |
| BUAC744 | Valuation Measurement, Reporting, and Auditing | 2 credits |
| BUAC767 | Real Estate Taxation | 2 credits |
| Term: D | ||
| BUAC706 | Business Ethics for Accountants and Auditors (Core course) | 2 credits |
| BUAC714 | Forensic Accounting/Auditing (Core course) | 2 credits |
| BUAC766 | Taxation of Not-for-Profit Entities | 2 credits |
| Elective | 2 credits | |
Second Year (2025)
| Fall Semester | 8 credits | |
| Term: A | ||
| BUAC758A | Accounting for Income Tax and Database Management | 2 credits |
| BUAC707 | Financial Statement Analysis for Accountants and Auditors (Core course) | 2 credits |
| Term: B | ||
| BUAC772 | Database Management for State and Local Taxation | 2 credits |
| BUAC710 | Advanced Managerial Accounting and Control Systems (Core course) | 2 credits |
The MS in Accounting curriculum is 30 credits. Courses are subject to change.
The standard curriculum is set up to be completed in 3 semesters. Students interested in an accelerated program should contact their academic advisor.