i’ve been thinking about going back to school and getting my masters in accountancy.
does anyone think it’s worth it?
am i going to be able to advance my career at all without my masters/cpa??

likehelpful
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at
Highlighted IconHIGHLIGHTED

CPA over a master's. do you have enough credits to sit for the exams?

likesmart

That’s correct. It was 120 before. I agree masters in accounting will not do much for you.

like

Don’t do a masters in accounting. Look into a computer science master. The future of accounting is in how we can use technology to move us to better quality, better use of the data that we have at our finger tips, and continuous audits or tax work. You will learn all of the accounting you need on the job. Just look at what the aicpa has been doing in regards to tech, rpa, and ai for audits. The accountants of tomorrow will be those who can tech enable every aspect of what we do. A masters in accounting is not necessary for your success.

likehelpful

This is a great advice

like
Recent IconRecent

Masters in accountancy is pointless. Just do CPA. If you wanna go back get your MBA.

lol no

I don’t think it’s worth it. An MBA is better if you have to go back to school.

Waste of time

If it is a 1 year Macc, NO - complete waste >>> especially if your goal is CPA

I have my masters of accountancy and everyone asks when I’m going back to school to get my MBA

So to get to 150 credit hours I did the MS in taxation. Yes I think that degree was worth it.

I’ve always said if you majored in accounting go get your masters in something else like data, information systems, computer science or go nuts and get your masters in something you’re passionate about. For example, now I realize I love art and antiques - a ms in art history would have been cool.
At work I really see how ms in taxation or computer science would be super helpful.

This is just my two cents.
If we all took the exact same path in life that would be boring :)

I personally didn’t feel like it was a waste to be honest, if you’re gonna take classes to get to a certain number of credit hours, you might as well do it or get an MBA. Masters> no masters. Being better equipped is always better than not.

Dont escape from reality...

Related Posts

Bain & Company Atlanta people! I’m in the process of applying for MBA programs and wanted to ask what recruiting is like for MBB from Emorys program? Is there a reasonable shot at getting into the Atlanta office from Emory, or are those openings primarily filled by other schools (Duke, UVA, etc.)

Boston Consulting Group
McKinsey & Company
Bain & Company

like

Is it possible to transfer from audit 8 months in to FDD considering this market? I feel undervalued and want to contribute more…

like

EY TARAS or EY GCR??? Between these 2 service lines which has better pay and opportunities??

like

Why did you pursue a career in public sector consulting instead of private sector?

like

Is it wise to go in house to a product and privacy group after 2 years in commercial litigation?

like

What are the skills required to sustain in Pharma/ Healthcare Analytics in the long term?

like

Looking for 2 to 8 YOE for lateral hire in Technology consulting roles. Folks with red hat, open shift, RPA, BPM, Salesforce CRM, big data & Analytics experience and certification, DM me for referrals.

like

Looking to pivot my career and explore opportunities in the tech world, specifically in product management. What are the best Product Management courses/programs available?

like

I’m taking a Microsoft certification course with Excel 2016. Should I opt for the 2019 version or are there few differences?

like

Hi fishes,

I am a full stack developer having 8+ years of experience right now.
But I am thinking of switching my roles to any techno-functional roles like BA or any techno-functional consultant,as I dun want bear any stress in coding.. basically I have lost interest in it.
Can anyone let me know...which role I can switch if I have coding experience.
Is Consultant domain/job provides better future or salary....

Thanks

like

Hello Guys ,
Please someone explain / guide how to become cloud engineer ?
I am beginner,don't know much about cloud
!!

10 years sales experience selling eyewear to eye doctors. If I were to transition to tech would I have to start as a BDM? I think that would be a pay cut for me. Thanks

like

How does one go about switching practice groups within the same firm? I was under the impression it’s better to lateral elsewhere but I do really like my firm, just not the work in this practice area. Want to switch from transactional to litigation.

like
like

SAP 🐠, If you have a chance for a “do-over” in your SAP career, what would you specialize? OTC? PTP? Finance?

like

Literally can’t pass FAR exam. I think I am just not cut out to use becker. Does anyone have any advice? At this point I don’t even know if I want to pursue this anymore. I’ve invested so much of my time and losing motivation with constant busy season. Is there any material out there that is more straightforward that you recommend? Someone give me hope…

like

Need advice—torn btwn Booth and Sloan.

Already work in mgmt. consulting but looking to do either consulting or ibanking post-MBA (have only been at company for 1 year so not sponsored and may or may not return to my company).

Have $60K scholarship at Booth, nothing at Sloan. However, I already went to UChicago undergrad and live in Boston so have an established network here. However, concerned about lack of soft skills/leadership development, focus on academics, nerdy culture at Sloan.

like

How common are career changes / pivots? Can’t help but feel behind now that I’m considering a change and makes me feel alone. Not sure how to go about making the change (finance to marketing)

like

Hi all, what’s a good career path after consulting? Where would you all go as your next step?

like

At what point in your careers did you know you wanted to gun for PPMD? Any point wherein you doubted yourself?

like

More Posts

Any Strategy consultants here?

like

Hi Fishes,

Looking to shift my career from Software Engineering to UX Design. Currently a Fresher in UX but having 1 year experience in an Agile team as an Automation Engineer. If any openings in your company for Entry level UXD's please connect with me, would share my resume and portfolio over there.

Thanks.

Does Novartis blacklists if you don't join Novartis after accepting the offer letter ?

like

What is CTC of senior analyst at Indegene? Any idea you have would be helpful

likehelpful

What are the skills required to sustain in Pharma/ Healthcare Analytics in the long term?

like

Is mphasis job secure to join for 22 lpa. Yoe 5.6
Domain : java

like

Hi Fishes,

Got a call from Trianz Bangalore location for Cloud Migration Solution Architect role. Can I have some insights about the Company.

like

Looking for 2 to 8 YOE for lateral hire in Technology consulting roles. Folks with red hat, open shift, RPA, BPM, Salesforce CRM, big data & Analytics experience and certification, DM me for referrals.

like

Tasting this guy for the first time this week. First time I will have anything over 18 years. Any recommendations from this bowl! Neat, few drops of water, etc?

Post Photo
like

Looking to pivot my career and explore opportunities in the tech world, specifically in product management. What are the best Product Management courses/programs available?

like
like

I’m taking a Microsoft certification course with Excel 2016. Should I opt for the 2019 version or are there few differences?

like

Hi Fishes ,
From tcs I got mail to upload documents 20 days before (10th June)

There was no documents section under my profile in tcs I begin portal. One of HR confirmed that they are creating new EP id for me

Can anyone help me how much time this takes ? Most of the times no HR is replying to my mails and calls not answering

If i manage to bill 150 hours this month it will be a Christmas miracle

Can dates be grouped just by Month-Year in pivot tables on a Mac without having the year as its own dimension?

Post Photo
like

Happy Black History Everyone, let's make this a truly historic month!!

likeuplifting

Hi Fishes,

I am S4 ABAP developer having 9+ years of experience. I have HR round today. How much should I negotiate with HR. What's the standard package given by Wipro for 9+ years exp. Please guide.

like

Just got these sb pink pig dunks yesterday 🎉

Post Photo
like

Which machine learning conferences are FAANG companies recruiting at ?

helpful

Additional Posts in Accounting

With PWC switching to a 2 year track to senior. Have any A2’s here (Audit/Tax) been communicated to that they’ll be promoted.

like

Parking should really be reimbursed! Especially when its $20 a day.

like

Who was around in 2008/2009 at big 4? Specifically in advisory? How were those practices affected during the layoffs? Any insight to ease some of the worry/unknown would be greatly appreciated.

likehelpful

Anyone else get shafted on promotions?

like

Is there anyone on here that has any negatives about working in FP&A? I always see it as an exit opportunity a ton of people want to go in and I know the pros but what are some of the cons?

like

How can anyone act like they’re happy working Saturday’s during busy season? My buds are snowboarding, my girlfriend is complaining that I work too much and I’m missing the playoffs. Times like these make me question why I stay.

like

Hi, is anyone at Deloitte willing to refer me to their SOX accounting & advisory roles they have open? TIA!

like

Anyone has the midtown uniform?

Post Photo
likefunny

6 years in public accounting, manager 2. Is a financial reporting manager at a $2billlion SEC company a good position to transition into? Your thoughts pls.

like

If I'm forced to use my vacation, floater, etc. towards my study leave for CFE but I have vacation booked for right after CFE, will PwC still let me take that vacation as a "leave of absence"?

like

Has Moss Adams move to unlimited PTO yet? Comments on Glassdoor are from 2020 - wondering if things have changed since the pandemic.

like

Currently work at a Big4. Been thinking about leaving and either go to a private company or a smaller public firm but feeling like I'm not good enough and/or don't have enough experience to leave. Any advice/thoughts?

like

Literally can’t pass FAR exam. I think I am just not cut out to use becker. Does anyone have any advice? At this point I don’t even know if I want to pursue this anymore. I’ve invested so much of my time and losing motivation with constant busy season. Is there any material out there that is more straightforward that you recommend? Someone give me hope…

like

I’m a new big 4 audit associate is it better to aim for high performer or average performer? Is it worth it to be high performer or should I remain average? What if I want to switch to a different service like in the future, can I still do so with average reviews? Will other firms know my rating if I apply elsewhere?

like

looking to apply for a Senior Consultant position at EY Canada Climate Change team and hoping to get a referral. Can someone from EY help with this? Much appreciated!!

like

Is financial reporting a work life balanced job with decent pay? Current an audit manager 1 thinking about leaving public accounting. FR folks, What is your hour and pay level?

likesmarthelpful

Waiting for an offer, do they check references before or after giving offer? And normally how long after interview will I hear back?

like
likehelpful

Who said they want to mute Trump on Zoom before? LOL

Post Photo
likefunny

There's a ton of self help and leadership books out there to help people in their careers. If there was one that was written front the lense of a public accounting, would you read it?

likehelpful

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal