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What is MPacc?
The Master of Professional Accounting Program (MPAcc) has been designed to prepare graduates for the world of professional accounting, with the knowledge and skills they need to function in a highly competitive business environment. This program takes your accounting and undergraduate education to the next level. We continue to develop your critical thinking skills so you can better apply your knowledge to identify, stimulate and participate in the creation of workable solutions for organizations. Our bright, talented students are exposed to leading-edge lectures, cases and professional skills workshops. In addition, we give students the opportunity to develop an appreciation for the academic research process and academe as a career choice.
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Admission Requirements
Admission to the program generally requires the equivalent of a four-year university degree in business with an accounting major. Students must demonstrate their ability to pursue advanced study, with a minimum 75% average in the last two years of undergraduate study. The following courses in Canadian accounting, auditing and tax must be successfully completed by the time students enter the program: 9 credits (3 courses) in general business 3 credits (1 course) in introductory auditing/assurance 6 credits (2 courses) in finance (one introductory and one intermediate prerequisite) 3 credits (1 course) in introductory information system and technology 6 credits (2 courses) in intermediate accounting (assets and liabilities) 3 credits (1 course) in intermediate managerial/cost accounting 3 credits (1 course) in advanced accounting (theory, consolidations, equity interests or managerial/cost accounting) 3 credits (1 course) in introductory taxation (personal and corporate) Students intending to pursue the CA designation must register with CASB, and have also completed CASBs prerequisite courses.
How to Apply
Visit www.edwardsmpacc.ca and select Apply for Admission Now. Complete the online application by creating your own Login ID and password and select Grad Studies - MPAcc Program when prompted. If you have questions about the application process, please feel free to contact our office. In addition to completing your application online, please mail or e-mail the following supporting documents to the contact information at the back of this brochure. Supplementary Application Form (SAF) Resume Transcripts Letters of Recommendation Proof of Immigration Status Application Fee Although these documents may be submitted after the application deadline, they should be received by our office no later than December 31 to ensure timely assessment of your application.
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Contact us
If you have any questions or require more information about the program, feel free to contact us. Tel: 306.966.8410 Fax: 306.966.2514 Email: mpacc@edwards.usask.ca Edwards Master of Professional Accounting Program Edwards School of Business PotashCorp Centre 25 Campus Drive Saskatoon, SK S7N 5A7
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