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Data Analytics Specialization

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Why This Specialization is For You

drive better business decisions

Take your accounting career to the next level with our M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services degree and specialize in data analytics. Become the go-to person to uncover hidden trends, patterns, and anomalies that drive better business decisions.

STEM icon white backgroundThis is a STEM-designated program.                                 

 

Business and Entrepreneurship

Business and Entrepreneurship

Program Type

Master of Science
M.S.

Locations/Format

UBalt Campus
Towson University Campus

Cost

More About Graduate Business (non-MBA) Tuition and Fees.

• UBalt offers regional, in-state tuition for select out-of-state areas.

Requirements

All Degree Requirements

Courses are offered on campus and online.

30-39 credit hours:

  • GMAC Business Fundamentals Modules* 
  • up to 9 Foundational Credits* 
  • 18 Required Credits
  • 9 Elective Credits
  • 9 Specialization Credits

No test requirements for admission.

*May be waived

M.S. in Accounting - Data Analytics Specialization

The UBalt faculty understands this shift and is committed to preparing you for the future of the profession—here and now.

 

This STEM-designated degree opens doors to high-demand roles and higher earning potential. When you choose to specialize in data analytics, you'll gain specialized knowledge, enhance your analytical skills, and position yourself for leadership positions in accounting and finance.

 

Our University System of Maryland sister institution, , has partnered with us to offer program courses.

Optional Practical Training Extension for STEM Students

For additional information or questions about STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) and eligibility, please contact our Office of Diversity and International Services at diversity@ubalt.edu.

A Master's Degree for Working Professionals.

EARN YOUR Master's degree  IN AS FEW AS 18 MONTHS OR WORK AT YOUR OWN PACE.

We recognize the importance of work-life-education balance, so we offer flexible learning options for working professionals. Our on-campus business classes begin at 6 p.m., with some offered in a hybrid format (combining in-person and online learning) and all of our online classes are available asynchronously. You also have the choice to take a part-or full-time course load—and you can change your mind every semester.

 

Learn more about the admission process. Review the Degree Requirements


Do you need the flexibility of a fully, online degree?

Check out our fully, Online M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program and its three specializations, including data analytics.

ACCOUNTING and Data Intersect.

The intersection of accounting and data analytics is all about driving good business decisions. Here are some other ways this combination may make you the firms best asset. 

  • You'll be able to identify potential risks and fraud more effectively through data analysis techniques.
  • You'll become a trusted adviser who can offer data-driven recommendations.
  • You'll have the ability to extract and clean data from various sources, then using statistical methods and tools to analyze it.
  • You'll communicate to clear and compelling visualizations (charts, graphs, dashboards) to communicate findings to clients and colleagues.
  • You'll be able to develop models to forecast future financial performance and identify potential risks or opportunities.
  • You'll have the technical proficiency in Excel, SQL, Python, R, Tableau, Power BI.

By combining your accounting knowledge with data analytics expertise, you'll become a highly valuable asset to any firm, driving innovation and delivering exceptional value to clients.

What Our Graduates Do

Whether you choose to sit for the CPA exam or pursue other professional certifications, when you leave UBalt, you’ll have the competitive advantage and the technical skills you need for effective and ethical business consulting.

"Employment of accountants and auditors is , faster than the average for all occupations."  Earning a master's in accounting you'll have enhanced career opportunities that can open doors to higher-level positions and specialized roles within the field.

Common Roles

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Accounts Receivable/Payable Manager
  • Auditor
  • Budget Analyst
  • Controller
  • Cost Accountant
  • Financial Manager
  • Forensic/Investigative Accountant
  • Tax Planner
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Admission Information

Your application will be accepted on a rolling basis but you can use these dates as a guide.

  • Fall: Aug.15
  • Spring: Jan. 1
  • Summer: May 1

Admission will be offered depending on availability of space, strength of your credentials and sufficiency of time for processing.

Questions? Contact an admission counselor at 410.837.4777 or gradadmission@ubalt.edu.

 Let us know when you are ready to earn your M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory degree by applying to the program. Our will only take you a few minutes to complete. Before you submit the application, you’ll be asked to use your credit card or bank account to pay the $50 application fee.

Insider tips:
The earlier you apply and submit a completed application, the faster you’ll receive an admission decision. Each one of your supporting admission documents may be sent individually. Your admission portal will keep track of what the UBalt Admission team has received.

When you attend an information session or discuss your application with an Admission counselor or Merrick School of Business representative be sure to get your application fee waiver code and save yourself $50.

A bachelor’s degree in any field is required for admittance into the UBalt M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program. This program is open to students without an accounting undergraduate degree as well as those who have earned an accounting-focused bachelor’s degree. The undergraduate GPA for admitted students typically ranges from 2.9 to 4.0.

Historically, admitted M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services students have average cumulative GPA's of 3.2 and come from a variety of academic majors, with the majority having some sort of prior accounting education.

The ¼«ÀÖ½ûµØ has several scholarships that may be available for those students who have submitted competitive GPA documentation.

A key factor for all applicants is the undergraduate GPA, although graduate coursework will be taken into account. Request your official transcripts as soon as possible, as they can take time to print, prepare and mail. The Office of Admission requires original transcripts from all universities you’ve attended. It’s easiest to have the institution send your transcript directly to us.

If you are mailing an institution’s transcript, do not break the seal upon receipt. If you attended a non-U.S. institution, you must provide the official transcript and a transcript evaluation with a course-by-course analysis conducted by a such as World Education Services. 

Send your resume to our team via email. By submitting your resume you are signaling that you are a polished professional. That’s great because our students are professionals who are looking to enhance or change their careers. The diversity of your overall work experience is important to us.  

The Admissions Committee holistically considers your transcripts, work experience, personal statement and professional recommendation in the evaluation process.

Your personal statement is important, so take your time writing it. Please submit it to documents@ubalt.edu

Clearly tell the admissions committee more about your background and your interests. Share the reasons why you are interested in pursuing a ¼«ÀÖ½ûµØ degree in M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services.

Include your thoughts about how the program will assist you in achieving your academic and professional development goals. Make sure your essay is well written and exhibits a high level of academic and professional competency. Again, don’t forget to proofread for grammatical and spelling errors. 

One recommendation letter is required for candidates with a GPA less than 3.0.  It should come from someone with the ability to evaluate your academic aptitude and/or professional experience, such as a professor, supervisor, project partner, or mentor.

Candidates with a GPA above 3.0 are not required to submit a letter of recommendation but it is welcomed.

Examples should include details of your work history, thoughts on your competence as an employee, an explanation of why they think you’d be a successful M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services candidate, description of your academic ability, etc.

Ask the writers to put their letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes with their signatures on the back flap. Give those individuals who are writing your letters of recommendation at least two weeks—but preferably a month—to complete the task. This allows them to take their time and communicate their thoughts and recommendations of the likelihood that you will succeed in the program.

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UPCOMING ADMISSION INFORMATION SESSIONS

  • Monday, May 12, 2025 from 6-7 p.m. | Virtual Session |
  • Monday, Jun. 9, 2025 from 6-7 p.m. | Virtual Session | 

GRADUATE PROGRAM DIRECTOR

Ready to move your career forward? Have a conversation with our graduate program director.

Dr. Mikhail Pevzner

Email: mpevzner@ubalt.edu 
Phone: 410.837.5862

 

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