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March 17, 2025 is the priority deadline to apply.
Earn the same diploma as students on campus in 30 courses, 12–18 hours per week
Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers
Finish this 10-course, 30-credit program in as little as 24 months, 15-18 hours per week.
Tuition is subject to change. Learn about your payment options.
​​In this program, you’ll develop expertise in the holistic design, development and management processes of software applications and systems. The objective of the program is to produce graduates who have the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that will ensure success in professional positions in business, industry, research or governmental service.
The Master of Science in Software Engineering degree requires completion of a total of 30 graduate credit hours. To graduate, students must complete five required courses (totaling 15 credit hours) that form the core of the program, plus an additional five advanced courses (totaling 15 credit hours).
The degree is designed for you to take 3-6 credit hours per semester. You may take 9 credit hours (considered a full course load) if you wish.
Applications for the Summer 2025 intake are open.
Applications for the Fall 2025 intake are open.
Events March 13 - Join us for a live webinar! Register here. April 11 - Join us for a live webinar! Register here.
Learners from all educational and professional backgrounds are now eligible for provisional acceptance.
Applications for the Summer 2025 intake are open.
Applications for the Fall 2025 intake are open.
Events March 13 - Join us for a live webinar! Register here. April 11 - Join us for a live webinar! Register here.
Learners from all educational and professional backgrounds are now eligible for provisional acceptance.
These graduate certificates stack directly into the Master of Science in Accountancy (iMSA). Each of the high engagement courses that comprise these certificates carry University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign graduate credit.
Graduate Certificate in Accounting Data Analytics : Learn how to synthesize and communicate data-intensive information, findings and conclusions, and develop the job-ready skills to solve accounting and business challenges.
Learn more about this certificate
CPA Pathways Graduate Certificate: Build technical knowledge and skills in financial accounting, taxation, and accounting data analytics as you prepare for the Uniform CPA Examination®.
Learn more about this certificate
Accounting Foundations Graduate Certificate: Develop job-ready skills with the top accounting faculty in the nation in as little as eight months.
This course highlights the conceptual framework and financial statements. It also provides in-depth analysis of accounting issues related to the measurement, recognition and disclosure of current and non-current assets, and revenue recognition.
Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.
This course will cover the measurement and reporting of a firm's liabilities and shareholders' equity. Topics include contingencies, subsequent events, bonds, leases, deferred taxes, pensions, equity transactions, and earning per share.
Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.
Introduction to management accounting principles, as used to facilitate and align internal decisions made by managers and employees. Topics include analytical tools and techniques to address common business problems, cost information systems, budgeting, and strategic performance measurement systems.
Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.
Introduction to conceptual and applied material in the field of auditing. Emphasizes the audit process, reporting, and professional responsibilities.
Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.
Introduction to historical and conceptual as well as applied material in the accounting area of federal taxation; emphasizes the provisions of the tax law relevant to accounting measurement methods.
Students who have previously completed any of the required courses will take a suitable replacement course approved by a program advisor.
Students in the iMSA program will be able to choose from a list of electives to fulfill their degree requirements. Some electives include:
Concentrations:
Specializations or Emphasis Areas:
March 17, 2025 is the priority deadline to apply.
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