Colleges with Accounting Degree Programs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin Accounting Degrees Online and On-Campus

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There are 178 accounting degree programs in Wisconsin in our directory (50 Associates, 69 Bachelors, 28 Masters, and 2 Doctorate).

Many institutions across the state of Wisconsin have Master's degree specific to the accounting discipline or online opportunities for accounting education in the MBA program. Of these options, the University of Wisconsin in Madison and Milwaukee top the list in terms of enrollment size.

AACSB-Accredited Accounting Programs in Wisconsin

Nine different schools within the University of Wisconsin system has received accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Of these, six institutions have been designated with an accounting-specific designation. As an alternative, Marquette University, the seventh-largest institution in the state by enrollment, also has an accounting program accredited by the AACSB.

University of Wisconsin-Madison - Master of Accountancy

Listed as the largest institution in the state of Wisconsin in terms of enrollment, the Master of Accountancy can be obtained in either the Graduate (GMAcc) or Integrated (IMAcc) formats. The pathway selected depends on if the student is already taking an accounting program at the undergraduate level or they are coming in with a completed undergraduate degree.

The IMAcc format adds on a fifth year to students that are already receiving a Bachelor's in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. There is an opportunity to specialize in Taxation, giving students the courses needed for this particular career. As the business school is accredited by the AACSB, the curriculum will be enough to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.

The GMAcc format adds foundational courses for students that do not come from a business background. They will receive the education needed in two years with full-time enrollment. The same Taxation specialization is also available and can be pursued in the second year.

Benefits of taking the IMAcc program include the ability to study abroad or pursue an internship in the summer semester to further real-world experience. Students will be compensated in the summer internship instead of receiving credit for the GMAcc. According to the university, graduates have gone on to 100 percent placement rate in the first three months of graduation.

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Are there online accounting degree programs in Wisconsin?

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Marquette University - Master of Science in Accounting

The College of Business Administration and Graduate School of Management offers an accounting-specific Master's degree that allows students to sit for the CPA exam and receive state licensure. Curriculum topics consist of advanced accounting and auditing topics, and explores taxation processes in corporations and ethical and legal responsibilities.

For the majority of the curriculum, students can select electives to customize their accounting topics. Options include Governmental Accounting, Advanced Cost Management, and Fraud Examination Analytics. 30 credit hours are needed fulfill degree requirements, and there is no thesis or comprehensive exam that is taken at the conclusion of the program.

Typically, the program can be completed in a span of one year, and further credits can be truncated with a five-year plan that includes a Bachelor's degree at the university. While the program can be pursued on a part-time basis, many courses are only available to take during the day.

Other opportunities to consider when looking at Marquette University's business program is the Master of Science in Accounting Analytics. This offers a curriculum that focuses on data science, business intelligence, and IT governance, and is geared toward satisfying the demand for analytical jobs in the market. For further flexibility, students can also consider an online Master of Business Administration.

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Online Master of Accounting Programs in Wisconsin

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater – Master of Business Administration

The College of Business and Economics offers an AACSB-accredited online MBA program for students to fully customize their business education with 12 different concentrations. While there is no specific emphasis in accounting, other options to consider are in Finance, Project Management, or customizing the degree with specific electives.

Wisconsin-Whitewater utilizes the Canvas learning management system for their online programs. Courses are offered in a mostly asynchronous format, meaning students can access lectures on-demand and only need to abide by assignment deadlines. Students are not required to visit campus during their online studies.

To be considered for admission, all prospective students need an undergraduate degree from accredited institution. One additional requirement must be met in a variety of topics. As an example, the undergraduate must have been obtained with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher, earning a graduate certificate from the university, or completing a graduate degree from a different institution.

Those that do not meet education requirements can still be considered if they are in military service or a veteran, worked at least four years in business, or received professional certification. Additionally, students can submit Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) for review.

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire – Master of Business Administration

Another online MBA program is based in Eau Claire, which takes up to three years to complete based on previous business education and can fully be pursued in a virtual setting. 36 total credit hours are needed at a minimum. Prospective candidates should have an accredited Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA and suitable GMAT or GRE test scores.

The curriculum is divided up into two business essentials, seven core courses, and at least 10 credit hours worth of electives. Essential courses are in financial, economic, and statistical analysis, and can be tested out of if students already have proper education. Topics in core courses include influence in managerial decisions, creating a dynamic workforce, and how to compete globally.

Students taking this program generally have an undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.3 and three-fourths of those enrolled did not have a business background. Graduates have eventually gone on to work at major companies, such as General Motors, or have entered the governmental sector at the local or federal levels.

Wisconsin Accounting Careers Salary Information

The average salary for accountants in the state of Wisconsin is estimated at $71,260 according to the most recent data from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. One of the top locations in the state is at Eau Claire, which has a boosted average salary of $78,230 annually. Overall, it is anticipated that the workforce makes up over 22,300 positions for accountants and auditors.

AM Accounting and Tax Services

AM Accounting and Tax Services provides customized accounting services to both individuals and companies that are located in the southeastern and downtown portions of Milwaukee. CPAs representing the firm will work directly with their clients in order to help them analyze financial statements and prepare tax returns to have a better grasp on their cash flow and budgeting forecast.

A sampling of their services include payroll service for small businesses, income tax preparation, and representing individuals when handed penalties or eliminating back tax with the Internal Revenue Service.

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