Online Master of Accountancy and Data Analytics Online MACC
ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business designed the 100% online version of our Master of Accountancy and Data Analytics program with excellence and access in mind. Students take virtual evening courses led live by W. P. Carey faculty, prepare for the CPA exam, and gain in-demand skills and knowledge to propel their accounting careers. The Online MACC is intentionally flexible, incorporating multiple enrollment options that meet the learning and scheduling needs of working professionals — as well as pathway programs to help students from non-accounting backgrounds prepare for success in the master’s degree.
Academics
Develop a data analytics foundation for accounting, unlock new career opportunities, and prepare for the CPA exam. The Online MACC from ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business is taught in a combined lecture and case-study format with an emphasis on significant projects. Components of each course are led live, enabling students to connect with classmates and faculty in an interactive virtual format.
The adoption of analytics techniques in accounting is not a trend, but rather the way business will be done going forward. Our cutting-edge Online MACC curriculum is reviewed every year with input from accounting professionals and alumni to ensure your degree is current and built to last. You’ll engage in relevant courses that incorporate technologies and methodologies used in today’s complex, data-centric audits, developing analytical skills and critical thinking.
Online MACC students learn from the same faculty experts who teach the on-campus MACC program — including a mix of research faculty, former Big Four partners, and professionals with exceptional experience. The School of Accountancy within W. P. Carey has been accredited by the AACSB since 1987.
Flexibility for CPA eligibility: Interested students can enroll in individual courses without completing a full degree.
Understanding the CPA designation
The CPA designation is not critical for all accounting career paths, but becoming a CPA could be advantageous in the accounting profession. CPA requirements are set by each state, and all states require a minimum total of 150 credit hours. Students are encouraged to review the requirements of the state(s) in which they intend to seek a CPA license. Each state has a board of accountancy that can provide this information. Visit the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) for additional information.
Pathway for non-accounting students
The School of Accountancy offers a Pathway Program for students with a non-accounting background. Including four foundational courses that you can complete in person or online, the program delivers essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in the master’s degree. To get started, simply submit your Pathway Program application.
The School of Accountancy also offers a dynamic MACC/MTax Bootcamp — including three, custom-designed non-credit courses that allow you to complete the foundational program prerequisites 100% online and in a single summer. No matter which option works best for you, our graduate recruiters are available to answer questions and support your next steps.
Online MACC fast facts
Virtual evening classes, taught live
Earn the same innovative degree from the same
faculty who teach on campus
AACSB accreditation
W. P. Carey School of Business, since 1962
School of Accountancy, since 1987
Choose your program length
One-year students take two classes at a time
Two-year students take one class at a time
CPA exam test prep
partnership with Becker CPA Review
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Experience
Learn from the same faculty who teach on campus — and expand your network in the process. Unlike many online degrees, ASU’s Online MACC includes live, faculty-led courses and projects you’ll move through together as a class. You will build relationships with classmates throughout your time in school, and enjoy access to the same career coaching and support resources that students receive on campus.
- Earn your AACSB-accredited degree in one or two years
- Benefit from live, virtual courses taught by experienced School of Accountancy faculty
- Take classes two evenings per week, starting at 6 p.m. Arizona time (only one night a week for two-year students)
More and more professionals recognize that the modality of your degree does not detract from its quality. This is even more true for the Online MACC program from ASU, which brings the virtual classroom to life with built-in synchronous components.
Preview your experienceHow to apply
Take note of application deadlines, join us for an upcoming admissions event, and start your W. P. Carey journey. We look forward to meeting you!
Spring 2025 application deadlines
Application round
Round I - Early decision 1
Round II - Early decision 2
Round III - Priority consideration
Round IV - Final deadline
Application deadline
April 1, 2024
July 1, 2024
Oct. 1, 2024
Dec. 15, 2024
Spring application deadlines apply to the two-year program only.
Fall 2025 application deadlines
Round I
Dec. 1, 2024
Round II (International priority)
Feb. 1, 2025
Round III (International final)
April 1, 2025
Round IV (Final)
July 1, 2025
All required application documents must be on file by the date of each deadline, or your application may be moved to the next round. Applications for Fall 2025 admission will be accepted on a rolling basis until July 15, 2025. Decision notifications will be made within three weeks of a completed application, and an enrollment deposit will be due following program admission.
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Cost and financial aid
The Online MACC from ASU’s W. P. Carey School of Business can be earned in one or two years. Program cost varies by residence location and chosen program length. Students with a non-accounting background have multiple pathway options to level up their skills and knowledge before participating in the master’s degree.
Estimated tuition & fees
Online MACC (one year)
Online MACC (two years)
Resident
$32,029
$35,166
Nonresident
$35,019
$35,166
International
$35,019
$35,166
Paying for your degree is one of the most critical steps in your decision to go to business school. Work with us to find the right solution for you, whether it’s scholarships, graduate assistantships, or loans.
Learn more about how to pay for your degreeCareer management
Providing dynamic career coaching for on-campus and online students alike, the W. P. Carey Career Services Center provides innovative resources and career programming you can access throughout your time at ASU – and also after you graduate. More than 650 organizations in over 35 industries partner with W. P. Carey to recruit talent.
What can I do with a master’s degree in accounting and data analytics?
Whether you’re interested in pursuing a career as a certified public accountant (CPA), want to explore corporate accounting, advance in leadership positions, or start your own firm, there are many reasons to pursue a master’s degree in accounting. The Online MACC from ASU will prepare you to excel in a range of roles.
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