The Master of Science (MS) in Taxation

Overview. This Zicklin School FlexTime program provides concentrated training in taxation. The goals of the program are to prepare graduates for responsible positions in the area of taxation and ultimately for leadership in the marketplace. To accomplish these goals students are provided with the advanced technical and research skills necessary to operate effectively as tax professionals and industry leaders. The program also gives students the necessary background to interpret new developments and remain in the vanguard of the profession.

An MBA program, taxation major, is offered as well.

Enrollment Options. Admitted applicants can enroll in the fall or spring semesters and complete the program on a full-time (one year if fall entry) or part-time basis by taking a carefully chosen sequence of ten courses (30/31 credits) in cohort groups. (Please see the links to the cohort schedules below.)

Any Academic Background Qualifies. Applicants are not required to possess previous accounting, taxation or general business degrees to be eligible to enroll in the MS in taxation. No prerequisite courses are required before starting the program. The "preliminary" course in financial accounting, for students unable to waive it, is not a prerequisite and may be taken during the program.

Faculty. Courses are taught by members of the distinguished faculty of the Zicklin School of Business, experienced practitioners in the field of taxation, and Internal Revenue Service senior managers.

CPA Requirements. Students with an undergraduate degree in accounting and an MBA or MS in taxation may meet the NY State CPA 150 credit academic requirements and be eligible for a one year reduction in the professional experience requirement satisfactory to the State Board of CPA Examiners.