Prerequisite Courses
Candidates entering the Master of Accountancy (MACC) degree program should possess course work which comprises a common body of knowledge in accounting. Students with an undergraduate accounting degree will have likely fulfilled the prerequisites. All prerequisites must be completed prior to entering the MACC program. In general, work experience cannot be used as a substitute for most prerequisites.
All international transcripts must be submitted to the Division of Graduate Studies and prerequisite coursework will be determined at the time of application.
The prerequisites for the MACC (indicated by ASU Tempe course number and title) are listed below along with additional information.
Preference is given to candidates who have an accounting undergraduate degree.
| ACC 231 Uses of Accounting Information I (Financial Accounting) |
| ACC 241 Uses of Accounting Information II (Managerial Accounting) |
| ACC 315/340 External Reporting I/Intermediate Financial Accounting |
| ACC 440 External Reporting II/Intermediate Financial Accounting |
| ACC 450 Principles of Auditing |
| ACC 430 Tax and Business Decisions |
Do I have to complete the prerequisite courses before starting the MACC program?
Yes, all courses must be completed prior to beginning the MACC program. You will be required to submit grades for all prerequisite courses before classes begin in August.
What are the requirements for prerequisites?
Prerequisites may be completed at any accredited institution (community college or university). Courses must be taken for a grade (no audit or pass/fail) and completed with a grade of ‘C’ or higher.
In addition to the prerequisites, is there other course work I should take to prepare for the program?
No other courses are required.
If you have any other questions, please contact the Program Coordinator.
