Master of Accountancy in Accountancy
Master of Accountancy in Accountancy
Turn your knack for numbers into enduring job security with a Master's Degree in Accountancy (MAcc/MAccy) at the George Washington University School of Business. Whether you aspire to specialize in auditing, tax, forensic accounting, advanced accounting or management, our comprehensive program prepares you for a CPA certification and a successful career. From calculating ESG metrics to identifying corporate corruption with the SEC, to helping organizations large and small navigate an increasingly complex tangle of tax regulations, accountants are driving business and the business of government.
Distinguish yourself amid a strong demand for accounting professionals with hands-on learning experiences that provide practical experience and insights into global accountancy and its future. Learn from a diverse, esteemed faculty who have and bring in experience in leading international accounting and consulting firms, government agencies and a myriad of nonprofit and for-profit organizations to shape competitive, well-equipped future accounting leaders.
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Program Features
Full-time or Part-time
Pursue this degree at your own pace. Average completion time: 1.5 years (full-time) or 2 years (part-time). Entry semester: fall or spring.
Dedicated Career Coaching
Our Fowler Career Center and Careers360 program connect you with employers and mentors in consulting, finance, and marketing.
Degree Options
This degree is eligible for the 4+1 Program. It is possible to use elective credits to gain a Graduate Certificate.
Global and Experiential Learning
Options for short-term overseas study and experiential education.
See Where Our Graduates Have Landed
GWSB’s extensive network of over 60,000 graduates spans 260+ organizations across the public and private sector and around the world. Our alumni regularly connect with current students and fellow alumni, attend events, mentor, and help GWSB evolve and expand. It’s this involvement by our graduates that truly contributes to the success of the school.
- Deloitte
- EY
- FBI
- Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
- IFC
- IMF
- IRS
- KPMG
- Peace Corps
- The Department of Treasury
- Defense Contract Audit Agency
- Fannie Mae
- US Government Accountability Office
- Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
- PWC
- World Bank Group
Explore This Program
The accounting master's curriculum incorporates fundamental concepts in financial reporting, accounting procedures, financial statement analysis, auditing, taxation, budgeting and forensic accounting through deep statistical and theoretical foundations in finance, economics and strategy. Students begin with advanced accounting and analytics courses, then choose electives that prepare them for careers in accounting consulting, government accounting, forensic accounting and accounting information systems.
Sample Courses Below (* indicates an elective course)
Advanced Accounting Principles
- Intermediate Accounting
- Accounting for Internal Decision Making
- Fraud Examination & Forensic Accounting*
- Federal Income Taxation*
- Government Accounting*
- Government Auditing*
Accounting Analytics & Systems
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Data Analytics for Accounting
- Accounting Information Systems and Electronic Data Processing*
Accounting Strategy
- Advanced Strategic Cost Management
- Contemporary Auditing Theory*
- Business Law: Contract, Torts, and Property*
- Nonprofit Accounting*
Total Credits: 30 | Commitment: Part-Time or Full-Time | Location: In-Person
Length of Program: Expected completion for the full-time program is under two years
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Faculty Director
Academic Advisor
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Student Spotlights
Grayson Flambures, Master of Accountancy ‘26
Grayson developed an early interest in public service through work with Congressman Ed Perlmutter (CO-7), while growing up around his mother’s career as an accountant. Recognizing that business school offered the most practical path to combine his early interest with the business acumen he grew up around, Grayson chose to pursue GW’s 4+1 program, enrolling in the Master of Accountancy in Accounting Analytics program to strengthen his credentials before joining KPMG’s Federal Audit practice in the fall of 2026.
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With class sizes of fewer than 30 students, Grayson has built strong relationships with professors of different professional backgrounds inside the classroom. Scott Lancaster, Director of the Master of Accountancy program, serves as CFO of a nonprofit and previously worked at Marriott, and Refik Soyer, Interim Chair of the Department of Decision Sciences and a world-renowned researcher, are just two examples of faculty who make the program stand out. Grayson appreciates the variety in teaching styles within the business school, noting that no two classes feel the same.
Grayson notably had the opportunity to collaborate with the University of Arkansas to access real corporate records, build dashboards, and analyze company sales data. The hands-on nature of this work made Grayson fluent in Tableau and Power BI and made the CPA exam feel more manageable. Beyond this project, he has learned how to:
- Conduct data analysis using real-world records and professional tools
- Communicate effectively across business environments using industry-specific terminology and frameworks
- Build a well-rounded toolkit that spans analytics, strategy, and collaboration, which allows him to tackle complex business problems
Grayson values the variety of backgrounds in the cohort, split roughly between students continuing directly from undergraduate programs and working professionals returning to advance their careers. He encourages students without traditional accounting backgrounds to also consider the program. Regardless of prior experience, the curriculum is designed to deliver a comprehensive 30-credit foundation that equips students with technical accounting knowledge and analytical skills.
Katherine Felice, Master of Accountancy ‘26
Katherine graduated during COVID-19 with a degree in Hospitality Management, but after beginning her career in real estate finance, she discovered a passion for working with numbers. With encouragement from her direct manager, she began exploring part-time Master’s in Accounting programs in the D.C. area. After comparing options at American University and Georgetown, Katherine chose GW Business, where the admissions team stood out as the most responsive and genuinely interested in engaging prospective students.
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In the program, Katherine has found faculty who are deeply invested in student success. Donald Buzinkai, a Teaching Assistant Professor of Accountancy, is one of the professors who learns every student’s name and identifies where each person excels and where they need more support, focusing on delivering the best experience possible during the 14 weeks students spend with him.
Angela Gore, a Professor of Accountancy, is another standout professor who has made a lasting impression. One of Katherine’s favorite courses has been Fraud in Forensic Accounting, an elective course taught by two engaging professors every spring. In that class, Katherine collaborated with a small group on a case study inspired by the Anna Delvey Netflix series, combining creative thinking with rigorous analysis through case studies and presentations.
Beyond the classroom, Katherine values the community she has built with her peers. From reviewing resumes and studying for the CPA exam together to bouncing ideas off one another, the relationship she has formed has been one of the most rewarding parts of the program. Through her time at GW Business, she has learned how to:
- Build meaningful professional relationships through collaboration, networking, and peer-to-peer support
- Engage with faculty who prioritize mentorship and individualize support
- Apply creative thinking and analytical skills to real-world problems
For anyone considering the program, Katherine encourages students to take advantage of every opportunity to connect with peers in the business school, whether with classmates during study sessions or with professors who welcome interaction and feedback.
Why GW Business?
Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., our Master of Accountancy in Accountancy (MAcc/MAccy) program offers unparalleled access to global institutions, government agencies and multinational corporations. This prime location, combined with our rigorous accounting curriculum, provides you with extraordinary learning experiences, internship opportunities and networking prospects.
Designed to develop the next generation of accounting leaders, this program produces graduates who are driving business success and integrity across the globe, from combating corporate corruption with the SEC to navigating complex tax regulations as leaders of major corporations or members of the Big Four.
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