Master of Science in Accounting (M.S.A.) – Taxation
Enhance and Diversify Your Expertise with our Master of Science in Accounting – Taxation
There is a growing demand for highly qualified accountants and tax auditors, and we want to enable you to meet that need. That’s why we offer our Master of Science in Accounting – Taxation to help you cultivate skills and knowledge that could be applied in guiding businesses toward competitive and strategic action.
Liberty University’s ACBSP accredited master’s in accounting taxation explores the area of accounting as it relates to the ethics, development, and implementation of taxation in society. Through this program, you can have the chance to develop the verbal and written skills that are needed for competency in the field of accounting as it relates to taxation.
A master’s degree can help prepare you for a variety of options in your field. Our M.S. in Accounting program aims to provide you with an avenue for effective growth toward becoming a confident, capable accountant.
Among only 3% of business schools worldwide to receive ACBSP accreditation
What Will You Study in Our Online Master of Science in Accounting – Taxation?
Our M.S.A. program is 100% online. This means that you can continue to remain present in your family, community, and workplace as you further your career. In your accounting courses, you can learn more about:
- Designing an effective cost allocation program for businesses
- Tax regulations and the conceptual framework behind them
- Taxation of estates, trusts, and gift returns
Our students inspire us. We want to see you tap into your potential. Through our program, we strive to provide an environment where you can develop knowledge and skills to make an impact as an accountant.
You may also be interested in exploring our master’s degrees in business administration or executive leadership.
Potential Career Options for the M.S. in Accounting – Taxation
- Audit accountant
- Revenue agent
- Tax auditor
- Tax examiner
- Tax preparer
Program Highlights for the Master’s in Accounting – Taxation
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 among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online MSA in Taxation degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
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 – $275 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)
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
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
ACBSP
