Master of Science Accounting: Financial Services
Help Guide Your Company through Difficult Financial Decisions with the Online Master’s in Accounting – Financial Services Degree
The financial analytics produced by an accountant often guides the entire direction of a company. The job of an accountant is essential. Whether for a small business or a Fortune 500 company, financial statements tell an organization its economic state. We want to make sure you are equipped with the skills and knowledge to steer businesses toward success, and our online Master of Science (M.S.) in Accounting – Financial Services degree can help you get ready.
We understand that putting your life on hold to attend classes on campus might not be possible. Our 100% online format allows you to remain active in your family, church, and community as you learn in-demand skills in your online accounting courses.
Among only 3% of business schools worldwide to receive ACBSP accreditation
God calls for us to equip ourselves to further His Kingdom. Hard work, courage, and integrity define our faith, so we don’t just provide students with a degree — we Train Champions for Christ who impact the world.
Liberty University’s online ACBSP accredited Master of Science in Accounting – Financial Services program can help equip you with specific instruction and provision to gear your learning towards corporate financing strategies, as well as viewing accounting services from an operational and financial viewpoint. This program offers you the opportunity to examine how management addresses accounting data. You will be able to look at financial services from an accounting perspective and graduate with fundamental upper-level financial services skills.
What Will You Study in the Online Master’s in Accounting Degree?
- How to analyze yearly business financial statements
- Understanding how to guide businesses through mergers and acquisitions
- Guide clients through investment decisions and directions
Through this program, you’ll explore core and specialized topics in accounting, business, and finance – including corporate finance; investments and derivatives; mergers and acquisitions; business valuation; and financial markets. You’ll also study advanced financial accounting theory, decision-making using technology, and strategies for evaluating and managing business assets and resources. Practical applications include learning how to assess risk, plan financial growth, make acquisition/investment decisions, and apply financial tools in different organizational contexts.
Potential Career Opportunities for Master’s in Financial Services Graduates
- Audit accountant
- Business owner
- Certified public accountant
- Credit/loan counselor
- Finance manager
- Loan interviewer
- New accounts clerk
Benefits of Our M.S. in Accounting – Financial Services
As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.
Here’s what sets us apart:
- Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked as Niche.com’s #2 Best College Campus in America for 2026 – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online MSA in Financial Services degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- Most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors. As a nonprofit university, Liberty continues to strive to keep costs low for our students!
- This online graduate accounting program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
- Liberty University is among only 3% of business schools worldwide to receive ACBSP accreditation.
Military Benefits
Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:
- Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/retirees
- Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
- Current Department of Defense employees
We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $290 per credit hour for graduate courses.
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course).
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences).
Cited tuition rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available Online
Class Type
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 19, 2026
Accreditation
ACBSP
