Accredited diploma
Offered by University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Taught in English
Engage in group discussions with professors and peers
18-36 months
32 credit hours of graduate coursework
100% online
Hands-on learning from anywhere, no travel required
$21,492 - $27,200 USD total cost
Depending on elective course choices
Career Outcomes
As one of the largest suppliers of leaders in the accounting profession, Gies graduates include legions of accounting firm partners, CFOs, entrepreneurs, and other business leaders.
76% of iMSA graduates reported that they started a better job upon graduation
iMSA graduates tell us they received an average raise of 22% during and immediately after their iMSA program
This MS in Accountancy will enable you to gain a competitive advantage in the job market. Future employers search for candidates who excelled in studies and also possess important non-technical professional business skills. The iMSA team designs impactful opportunities for students to develop those skills.
When you graduate, you'll be:
An expert in using analytics and automation in accounting work
A highly sought-after candidate in the field
Proficient and knowledgeable in audit, financial reporting, tax, and in managing and analyzing data
Valued for your skills in communications and teamwork
Poised for a successful career in accounting
Application Deadlines:
- Fall Applications Open: January 6, 2025
- Fall Priority 1 Deadline: April 3, 2025
- Fall Priority 2 Deadline: May 1, 2025
- Final Fall Deadline: June 5, 2025
Upcoming Events:
- Mock Class | March 12, 2025 at 6 PM CT - Register here
- LinkedIn Live with Gies Online | March 20, 2025 at 12 PM CT - Register here
- iDegrees Program Webinar | March 22, 2025 at 9 AM CT - Register here
Have questions?
Please contact Gies College of Business at giesonline@illinois.edu.
Upcoming Events
The full Gies Online Events Calendar can be found here.
Advance your accounting career
- The iMSA was developed by top accounting faculty to build expertise in leading analytics methods, financial reporting, audit and control, and US federal taxation.
- Accounting is one of the fastest growing careers and the universal language of business. An accounting degree can open doors in almost any field.
- The iMSA delivers an exceptional degree at a fraction of the price of other top MSA programs. Earn your degree in as little as 18 months in a flexible online format.
Accounting by the numbers
76% received a job offer or promotion
Gies focuses on tracking promotions or new job acceptances among iMSA graduates, with 76% reporting better jobs post-degree, highlighting an immediate ROI from the Gies iMSA program.
96% applied the skills directly into their careers
iMSA students engage in projects that address real job challenges and seek advice from peers and faculty, with 96% of graduates effectively applying their iMSA learning in their careers, highlighting the program's high value.
Average 22% salary increase
Gies iMSA graduates see an average salary increase of 22%, significantly highlighting the strong ROI of the iMSA degree in an era of typical 2% raises.
Future of accounting
The accounting industry is projected to grow at 4% year over year. The growth in technology and automation will affect the role of accountants, but overall demand is not expected to decrease according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In fact, it will increase efficiency and make accountants' analytical abilities more prominent.