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Accounting/Finance, Dual MS

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Learn How to Guide Financial Decisions

Class in Bloomberg Finance LabNo matter what you majored in as an undergraduate, our dual master鈥檚 degree program in accounting and finance at UM-Dearborn will help you develop specialized expertise that makes you stand out in the job market. The unique program lets you pursue both degrees simultaneously, preparing you to become a leader in whatever field you choose. We鈥檒l even help you work toward your CPA credential.

We offer classes on campus in the evening, and many are available online. Most of our students enroll part time, but full-time students can usually complete the program within two years.

Want to jump start your degrees? If you鈥檙e a current UM-Dearborn undergraduate student and you鈥檝e been admitted to the master鈥檚 program, you can take up to six graduate credits during your final undergraduate semester.

Where Dual Degrees in Accounting/Finance Will Take You

Your dual advanced degrees will make you a dual threat on the job market, demonstrating the depth and breadth of your background while also highlighting your drive and dedication. The knowledge and skills you鈥檒l gain will prepare you for a wide variety of careers in fields like corporate accounting, controllership, public accounting, corporate finance, investment management, and banking, among many others.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the , and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2023. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$79,880 Median Salary

Accountants and Auditors

Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations.

每日大赛 130,800 openings for accountants and auditors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$84,940 Median Salary

Budget Analysts

Employment of budget analysts is projected to grow 4 percent from 2023 to 2033, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

每日大赛 3,400 openings for budget analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$99,580 Median Salary

Personal Financial Advisors

Employment of personal financial advisors is projected to grow 17 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

每日大赛 27,000 openings for personal financial advisors are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$99,890 Median Salary

Financial Analysts

Overall employment of financial analysts is projected to grow 9 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

每日大赛 30,700 openings for financial analysts are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$156,100 Median Salary

Financial Managers

Employment of financial managers is projected to grow 17 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

每日大赛 75,100 openings for financial managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

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Fall term:  August 1
Winter term:  December 1
Summer term:  April 1 (part-time students only)

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Fall term:  May 1
Winter term:  September 1
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