The 36-credit Master of Science (M.S.) in Accounting program is designed to enhance the financial and technical acumen of students interested in pursuing accounting and auditing careers. The program will also help prepare students for the CPA exam.
The 36-credit M.S. in Computer Science will expand students' theoretical, analytical, and practical skills to better meet the complex demands of today's technology-centric business environment.
"These new Master's programs in Accounting and Computer Science will provide students with the essential knowledge and technical competencies they need to truly thrive in those rapid-paced, high-demand fields and better position them for accelerated career advancement," Alex Canals, Dean of Admissions and Student Services for the King Graduate School said in a statement. "We look forward to welcoming the first students to these programs next January."
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, career prospects for those with advanced accounting knowledge are strong, with high demand leading to a 13 percent increase in relevant jobs over the next seven years.
The IT field continues to grow exponentially, with job growth predicted to increase by as much as 37 percent for information security analysts over that same time period; 25 percent for computer systems analysts and 12 percent for network and computer systems administrators.
The application deadline for the Winter 2016 entering class for either M.S. program is Dec. 31.
For more information and admissions criteria, visit http://www.monroecollege.edu
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