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Curriculum


  • The Master of Science in Taxation program requires 30 credits, 15 credits of required courses and 15 credits of electives. Students may begin the program in the Fall, Spring, or Summer terms. Most students complete the program within two years while working full-time. Students interested in pursuing the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation should select appropriate electives.

    Students may receive transfer credit for up to 9 credits. A minimum of 21 credits must be taken within the College of Business Administration. A grade point average of 3.000 is required for graduation.

    Course Name Credits
    Federal Tax Issues and Analysis 3
    Corporations and Shareholders 3
    Estate and Gift Taxation 3
    Tax Research Methodology 1.5
    Tax Practice, Procedures & Ethics 1.5
    Partners and Partnerships 3
    MST Elective courses 15
    (Note: Electives for the MST degree are numbered ACCT 6236 through ACCT 6261. Students may take a maximum of 3 credits of general business electives towards completion of the MST degree.  
    Total Program credits: 30
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    Note: The MST program offers financial planning courses which satisfy the educational requirements for pursuing the Certified Financial Planner® designation.