Are you aspiring to advance your career in the world of accounting? Willamette's MBA program with an Accounting concentration might just be the key to unlocking your financial leadership potential. Whether you're interested in managerial accounting, financial accounting, or forensic accounting, our accounting MBA is the right choice.
Our Accounting MBA program
In the ever-evolving landscape of business and finance, having a deep understanding of accounting principles is invaluable. Willamette University sees the need for an MBA program with a specialized Accounting concentration. Our accounting concentration is here to meet the demands of today's financial managers and professionals.
At Willamette's MBA program, the Accounting concentration is designed with students at its core. Not only does it elevate your understanding beyond simple financial statements and bookkeeping, but it also immerses you in the nuanced world of managerial accounting. This ensures that you're equipped with the knowledge to make impactful business decisions. Furthermore, our focus is on nurturing your ability to communicate transparently with stakeholders, underlining the significance of clear financial reporting.
- Practical experience with real clientsThe Accounting concentration stands out for its commitment to hands-on learning. Through elective courses, students collaborate with actual clients, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application. This real-world experience not only solidifies academic insights but also sharpens essential skills for the professional wor
- Building skills with our MBA accounting programStudents pursuing the Accounting concentration also benefit from the Atkinson Accounting and Finance Association. This vibrant community offers a platform for networking, leadership development, and access to valuable resources. It's not just a student organization; it's a bridge to a thriving professional network.
- Tailored elective courses
To tailor your MBA education to your career goals, the program offers a selection of elective courses within the Accounting concentration. Here are some accounting courses you can consider:
- GSM 6013A/B Philanthropic Investment for Community Impact (two-semester course)
- In this course, students manage a micro-organization that awards funds to local nonprofit organizations with high-impact social programs. It's an opportunity to understand the philanthropic landscape, gain management experience, and develop various skills.
- GSM 6015 - Accounting and Incentives in Organizations
- This course explores how incentives influence individual decisions and how organizations can design incentives to align with their mission. It covers topics like the Levers of Control framework, Balanced Scorecard, and performance evaluation measures.
- GSM 6206 - Financial Statement Analysis
- In this practical, hands-on course, students learn to read financial statements as narratives of a business or nonprofit organization. Students become proficient at assessing financial prospects, risks, and capacities, using various data analysis tools.
- GSM 6210 - Accounting for Decision Making
- This course focuses on how accounting information aids managers in evaluating decision alternatives. Topics include cost behavior analysis, cost-volume-profit analysis, budgeting, and decision-making under uncertainty.
- GSM 7251 - Internship (must be an internship in Accounting)
- For those seeking real-world experience, this internship course allows you to apply what you've learned through professional settings. It's a chance to integrate theory with practice and gain valuable insights into the accounting profession.
- GSM 6013A/B Philanthropic Investment for Community Impact (two-semester course)