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Alabama State University

Percy J. Vaugh, Jr. College of Business Administration

The Percy J. Vaughn College of Business Administration is dedicated to producing exemplary graduates who benefit from small class sizes, hands-on instruction, and experiential learning in a technologically enriched environment. The college embraces Alabama State University's HBCU legacy to create an inclusive and student-centered experience for students from all backgrounds. In addition to our five bachelor's and two master's degrees, the college also houses a Small Business Development Center providing students the opportunity to hone their entrepreneurial skills by developing business plans and receiving expert advice.

Arizona State University

W.P. Carey School of Business

Each year, the W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University hosts more than 18,000 students from around the world. Within America’s largest public university, the W. P. Carey School is committed to building a tight-knit community. Through small classes, team-based learning, and individualized attention, your W. P. Carey experience is uniquely your own.

Baylor University

Hankamer School of Business

At Baylor University’s Hankamer School of Business, top-ranked programs combine rigorous classroom learning, hands-on experience in the real world, a solid foundation in Christian values, and a global outlook. Making up approximately 25 percent of the University’s total enrollment, undergraduate students choose from 13 major areas of study. Graduate students choose from full-time, executive, or online MBA or other specialized master’s programs such as MTax and MAcc, and Ph.D. programs in Information Systems, Entrepreneurship, or Health Services Research.

Bentley University

McCallum Graduate School of Business

Since opening our doors more than 100 years ago, Bentley has been at the forefront of preparing students to thrive in accounting careers in public and private sectors both locally and internationally. Combining a core of accounting principles and practices with innovative technology and cutting-edge research, our curriculum will ensure that you’re ready to tackle the complexities of the accounting profession. Bentley was the first program in Massachusetts to gain separate accounting accreditation from AACSB International.

DePaul University

Kellstadt Graduate School of Business

The School of Accountancy & Management Information Systems (SOAMIS) at DePaul University is one of the nation’s largest and most respected accounting programs. It offers bachelor’s degrees in accountancy and MIS; specialized master’s degrees in accountancy, audit and advisory services, and taxation (with MSTAX also available online); combined BS and MS degrees, and MBA concentrations in accountancy and MIS. The faculty blends distinguished scholars and experienced practitioners who bring a real-world perspective to the classroom. SOAMIS is accredited by the Associate to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, a mark of excellence awarded to schools that meet rigorous quality standards. Part of DePaul’s Driehaus College of Business, SOAMIS is located in the heart of Chicago’s business district, which offers students a wealth of internships, experiential learning and post-graduation career opportunities.

Florida International University

College of Business

Florida International University’s College of Business (FIU Business), located in Miami, an international business center, plays a pivotal role in the development of global business leaders. With nearly 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students, FIU Business is widely recognized for its expertise in a wide range of business disciplines including accounting. The college offers a Bachelor of Accounting, a Master of Accounting program with specialization tracks in taxation or assurance, and a PhD program in accountancy. Florida International University is among the top 10 largest universities in the nation and recognized around the world as a leading institution, particularly in international business education.

Howard University

College of Business

Howard University's Accounting Program is the first to be accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) International in Washington, D.C. and the metropolitan area, and one of approximately 150 accredited accounting programs in the United States. The accreditation for the School of Business is highly regarded by both employers and potential students. The unique additional accreditation for the department of accounting is also highly regarded and has resulted in Howard University being one of the few HBCUs, which are on the national recruiting list for many of the major accounting firms and Fortune 500 organizations.

Howard University’s Master of Accountancy (MAcc) program is designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies necessary to enter and sustain productive careers in the accounting profession and be eligible to sit for and pass the Uniform CPA exam. The degree builds upon a broad framework established in an undergraduate accounting program at an accredited institution. Within the MAcc program, class sizes are limited to encourage close faculty-student interaction.

North Carolina A&T State University

Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics

The Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics at North Carolina A&T State University is home to top-ranked undergraduate and graduate business programs according to U.S. News and World Report rankings for public HBCUs. The Department of Accounting and Finance has historically been the top producer of African American CPAs and was the first HBCU to gain separate accounting accreditation by the AACSB in 1986.

Prairie View A&M University

College of Business

Prairie View A&M University, founded in 1876, is the second oldest public institution of higher education in the state of Texas and the third largest Historically Black College/University (HBCU) in the nation. Designated as an “institution of the first class” in the Texas Constitution, the enrollment exceeds 9,000 students and over 80,000 graduates. PVAMU offers academic programs through its 11 colleges and schools, boasting degree options leading to bachelor’s to doctoral-level degrees. A Carnegie-classified high-research (R2) University and a member of The Texas A&M University System, PVAMU is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research, and service.

The Ohio State University

Max M. Fisher College of Business

The Ohio State University Max M. Fisher College of Business and its Master of Accounting (MAcc) program provide tomorrow's business leaders with the foundation needed to succeed today. Led by a world-class faculty, students at Fisher experience an academically rigorous learning environment that fosters their development as principled leaders who are entrepreneurial in spirit, globally aware and committed to social responsibility. Fisher’s MAcc program empowers its graduates for professional success by cultivating in-demand leadership and analytical skills that differentiate them as among the best in the accounting industry.

University of Georgia

Terry College of Business

Founded in 1912 and AACSB accredited since 1926, the Terry College of Business is steeped in a tradition of providing cutting-edge business education to its students. Our challenging curriculum, exceptional faculty, and close-knit alumni network ensure that Terry students are prepared to become the next generation of leaders.

The University of Mississippi

Patterson School of Accountancy

The University of Mississippi, affectionately known as Ole Miss, is the state’s flagship university. Recognized among the nation’s most beautiful, the main campus is located in Oxford, which was named the Best Small College Town by USA Today in 2024. Enrollment on the Oxford campus is over 21,000. Approximately 1,600 students are enrolled in the Patterson School of Accountancy, which offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs including the Bachelor of Accountancy, the STEM-designated Master of Accountancy & Data Analytics, the STEM-designated Master of Taxation & Data Analytics, the Master of Accountancy, the Master of Taxation, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Accountancy. The Patterson School of Accountancy has been the only independent/autonomous accountancy school in the U.S. since 1979 and is ranked among the nation’s top accounting schools.

University of Missouri

Robert J. Trulaske, Sr. College of Business

The Trulaske College of Business, founded in 1914, has four academic units – accountancy, finance, management and marketing – and enrolls approximately 5,000 students. Among its offerings are an undergraduate degree in business administration; a 150-hour program that confers both undergraduate and master’s degrees in accountancy; online master’s degree programs, including the Crosby MBA; and PhD programs in accountancy and business administration. The college takes great pride in its students, its graduates and its highly ranked programs. More than 41,000 alumni contribute their expertise to the public and private sectors throughout the United States and around the world.

Villanova School of Business

Villanova School of Business

The Villanova School of Business is known for academic rigor, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1922, the school provides hands-on and service-learning opportunities, a firm grounding in ethics, and an applied education that prepares students to become outstanding leaders and global citizens within the ever-changing, complex, and fast-paced world of business.

Virginia Tech

Pamplin College of Business

The Virginia Tech Pamplin College of Business offers nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate programs in accounting and information systems, business information technology, finance, hospitality and tourism management, management, marketing, and real estate. Pamplin emphasizes technology and analysis that improve business, entrepreneurship that leads to innovation and innovative companies, international opportunities for learning and research, and an inclusive, collaborative community. The Department of Accounting and Information Systems offers a world class accounting and information systems education to our students. Our Master of Accounting and Information Systems Program prepares students for professional careers with specializations in accounting analytics, audit, financial services, information systems, and taxation.

University of Southern California

Leventhal School of Accounting

Since its founding in 1920, the USC Marshall School of Business and its Leventhal School of Accounting have capitalized on their location in Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology, and international trade – to shape the role, nature, and reach of business and accounting education worldwide. The USC Leventhal School of Accounting is consistently ranked among the top accounting educational programs in the nation.

Advanced D&A Curriculum

Explore a graduate curriculum tailored to help you succeed in today’s complex, data-centric environment

The demanding coursework at participating universities goes beyond traditional accounting principles and tax regulations to include use of technologies and methodologies used in today's highly complex, data-centric accounting environment. Universities determine how best to integrate D&A into the existing master of accounting degrees with the support of KPMG. The curriculum will feature coursework that is enhanced with Data and Analytics subject matter, which may include:

• Data Analysis and Visualization
• Accounting Information Systems
• D&A in Taxation
• Statistics for Accounting Analysis
• Auditing Analytics
• Innovation, Accounting Analytics, and Emerging D&A
• Data Mining
• Fraudulent Financial Reporting
• IT/systems capabilities
• Generative AI

D&A Audit Case Study Available

KPMG, through case study development and the MADA program, is working to provide resources to assist faculty with integrating data and analytics into the classroom. If you are interested in learning more about what is available to faculty to use in the classroom, please visit KPMG University Connection today to register for access to a wide variety of instructor resources.