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WE AREP E R F E C T F O R WO R K I N G P R O F E SS I O N A L SDepending upon your academic background and your program ofchoice, you can complete a Suffolk Online Master’s Program in as few as20 months.Through curriculum designed with real-world challenges and solutions,you’ll implement what you learn immediately in the workplace.You’ll receive the same rigorous instruction and forge the samepowerful connections with classmates as on-campus students, whilelearning via this flexible delivery method.2

TABLE OF CONTENTSAbout Us4About Sawyer Business School6Accreditation8The Suffolk MSA Experience10Master of Science in Accounting12Admissions Requirements and Tuition14Financial Aid and Tuition Discounts15Student Support17

ABOUT USFor more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU4

About UsOPPORTUNITY FOR ALLSuffolk University is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian universitylocated in Boston. Founded in 1906, the University offers bachelor's,master's, and doctoral degree programs in our Law School, Collegeof Arts & Sciences, and Sawyer Business School.At Suffolk University we are driven by the power of education,inclusion, and engagement to change lives and positively impactcommunities. Committed to excellence, we provide students withexperiential and transformational learning opportunities thatbegin in the center of Boston, reach across the globe, and lead toextraordinary outcomes for our graduates. You will be mentored byour seasoned faculty of scholars, venture capitalists, executives, and83%of faculty hold a doctoraldegree45%international facultybrand managers who incorporate their deep industry experienceinto their teaching.Dedicated to upholding our founding promise, SuffolkUniversity continues to anticipate and respond to the needsof a diverse student body. Through the carefully designedcurriculum, mentoring, networking, and service learning,we create opportunities that help youto meet your goals.10%the accounting andauditing profession isprojected to grow 10%through 2026For more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU5

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About Sawyer Business SchoolA TRANSFORMATIVEBUSINESS EDUCATIONAt Suffolk, you'll develop an entrepreneurial mindset and learn how to approachinternational accounting challenges in today's age of disruption. You'll learn howto: Drive innovation with limited resources at new ventures. Navigate hurdles to innovation at global organizations. Leverage technology to foster novel ideas and business opportunities.Suffolk University is located in the #1 Most Innovative State: Massachusetts, asranked by Bloomberg's Innovation Index.Suffolk University’s AACSB-accredited Master of Science in Accounting (MSA)prepares you for CPA and CMA exams and more. You’ll get hands-on experiencewith consulting projects and case studies, giving you a competitive edge atpublic firms, private corporations, nonprofits, or government agencies.

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AccreditationSuffolk University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE)www.neasc.orgSawyer Business School and the Accounting Department are accredited by AACSBwww.aacsb.eduFor more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU9

THESUFFOLK MSAONLINE EXPERIENCE“The Suffolk MSA provides you with a strong foundation oftechnical accounting skills, while offering the flexibility tochoose courses that will help you achieve your specific careergoals. Courses are integrated with top CPA exam preparationsoftware that will set you up for success on the CPA orCMA exams. The online program also offers concentrationsin high-growth fields like forensic accounting, businessintelligence, and corporate accounting. And as a Suffolk OnlineMSA student, you will not only learn from top scholars andpractitioners, but you will also have access to a network ofSawyer Business School alumni around the world."- Tracey Riley, PhD, CPA;Director, Graduate Programs in AccountingFor more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU10

The Suffolk MSA Online ExperienceDevelop a firm understanding of accounting conceptsUnderstand accounting and business practices through a Broaden thinking and problem-solving skills for complexglobal lensaccounting concepts, including dilutive securities, earnings Examine and articulate the fundamental challenges ofper share, investments, revenue recognition, income taxglobal business, analyze financial impacts, andaccounting, pensions, and leasesdemonstrate overall cultural awareness Gain experience working with accounting informationsystems and enterprise resource planning software Choose from concentrations and electives in fields likeforensic accounting and business intelligence to become Understand the differences between nations inapproaches to disclosure and choices of accountingmeasurement systems, including the influence of the IASBand IOSCO on multinational accounting harmonization Analyze how a multinational company handles issues suchfurther specialized in your fieldas risk management, accounting for derivative contracts,Build an ethical foundation and analytical mindsetconsolidation accounting, budgetary control, and transfer Examine business decisions, initiatives, and actionspricingthrough a focused ethical lens Learn the foundational skills needed to extract valuableinformation out of data, including various descriptive and Take part in presentations and collaborative projects thatmirror business dynamics and scenariospredictive analytics techniques Develop content and the topic and learn to communicate Develop knowledge of data visualization andinterpretation coupled with conveying data, results, andinsightsLearn the art of connective communicationwith the audience Gain experience in presenting to engage and informstakeholdersFor more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU11

MASTER OF SCIENCE INACCOUNTINGPROGRAM DETAILSFor more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU12

MSA Program DetailsAs a Suffolk student, you will have complete access to our CLAS[Center for Learning and Academic Success] and CDC [CareerDevelopment Center], which offer extensive learning resourcesand robust support for career development.Total Credit Hours 31 - Accounting Majors 37 - Business, Non- Length of Courses7 WeeksStarts Per YearAccounting MajorsFall A49 - Non-Business, Non-Spring AAccounting MajorsSummer AMSA CurriculumTo review the courses in the online MSA program, visit our -catalogs/graduateacademic-catalog/accountingFor more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU13

Admission Requirements and TuitionADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s Degree from an Accredited School Official Transcripts from all post-secondary education Goal Statement [essay] One Letter of Recommendation Current Resume No GMAT/GRE RequiredTUITION & FEESTuition Per Credit Hour 1171 (Valid for academic year 19/20)Technology Fee 200 Per Semester (Billed on the invoice in A term)Additional Fee 50 Application FeeFor more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU14

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Financial Aid and Tuition DiscountsFinancial Aid and Tuition DiscountsTuition DiscountsA graduate education is a major investment and Suffolk EdAssist Employer Discount Program—As part of the EdAssistUniversity is committed to providing exceptional service, clearEducation Network, the Sawyer Business School offers ainformation and a range of options to make your degree possible.10% discount on all eligible graduate degree programs forPlease visit Student Financial Services for detailed information,employees of qualified EdAssist employer participants.policies, forms and contact information. Partner Scholarship Program—Awards are available toGraduate Loan Fundingemployees of qualified Suffolk University Partner ScholarshipSuffolk offers a range of loans to eligible students. StudentsRecipients are not eligible to receive any other form ofare encouraged to connect with the Office of Student FinancialUniversity scholarship. Students enrolling in an online programServices to discuss options. Additionally, students are encouragedwill be eligible for a 10% tuition reduction.organizations who enroll in an SBS graduate program.to apply for financial aid at the same time as they are applying foradmission. You should not wait until you have received an offer of Alumni Discount—Awards are available to Suffolkundergraduate alumni who enroll in an SBS graduateadmission.program. Recipients are not eligible to receive any otherU.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents may file the FAFSA (Freeform of University scholarship. Students enrolling in an onlineApplication for Federal Student Aid) any time after October 1st inprogram will be eligible for a 10% tuition reduction. Recipientsthe year prior to your enrollment. Be sure to list Suffolk's FAFSAof outside funding (i.e. Employer Tuition Remission, Yellowcode: 002218.Ribbon, VA, etc.) may be ineligible for this award.For more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU16

Student SupportGET THE SUPPORT YOU NEEDSuffolk University is committed to providing you with the support you need to succeed in the MSA online program and throughoutyour career.Getting Started—From your first contact, throughout theenrollment process, our Enrollment Advisors are available toanswer questions, keep you informed of your options, and assistyou in getting ready for the online business programs. Their goalis to get you started, help you stay organized and relieve some ofthe stress that can come from getting ready for a return to school.Throughout Your Education—As you earn your degree, you’ll havetwo important support networks in place to help you make themost of your learning experience.Our dedicated and experienced group of Student SuccessAdvisors provide personalized and individual assistance from yourfirst course through graduation. If you have questions about theprogram, if you need help making a decision, or aren’t sure what todo next—your Student Success Advisor will be there to help you.You’ll also have a direct connection to your faculty during eachbusiness programs online course. Our faculty actively interact withand mentor you throughout the program. The course structureand design support a high-touch learning environment that helpsbuild connections between students and faculty, facilitating openexchange and communication.For more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU17

Student SupportAfter You Graduate—Think of your alumniexperience as an extension of your studentexperience, with a focus on learning,professional development, career support,and camaraderie. We offer career-relatedvideos, webinars, seminars, and events forgraduates of all ages and stages in theircareers. Get involved and see how thealumni network can benefit you.At Sawyer Business School, you havethe power to reach more than 80,000professionals around the world. Ourcommunity is your number-one careerresource. Whether you want to gain newskills, find a mentor, advance your career,or change professional paths, we’re here tohelp.As an alum, you have access to lifelonglearning events as well as our onlinecommunity that helps you connect, searchfor jobs and seek advice from a mentor.For more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOLK.EDU18

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form of University scholarship. Students enrolling in an online program will be eligible for a 10% tuition reduction. Recipients of outside funding (i.e. Employer Tuition Remission, Yellow Ribbon, VA, etc.) may be ineligible for this award. For more information, contact your Enrollment Advisor 1-888-866-6168 ONLINE.SUFFOL.EDU 16