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Prerequisites for Accounting Graduate Programs

Stony Brook University's College of Business graduate accounting programs require specific prerequisite courses. Complete our Accounting Prerequisite Review Form so that our admissions team can assess what classes you may need to take prior to applying and/or starting a graduate program in accounting at Stony Brook.

MBA in Accounting Requirements

Minimum of 18 credits in accounting to include:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Managerial or Cost Accounting
  • Auditing
  • US Federal Income Taxation

Minimum of 3 credits in general business courses

Applicants who have not completed US Federal Income Taxation should contact Cobgraduate@stonybrook.edu for options to meet this requirement.  

MS in Accounting Requirements

Minimum of 12 credits in accounting to include:

  • Financial Accounting
  • Managerial or Cost Accounting
  • Auditing
  • US Federal Income Taxation

Minimum of 30 credits in general business courses

Applicants who have not completed US Federal Income Taxation should contact Cobgraduate@stonybrook.edu for options to meet this requirement.