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Why This Specialization is For You

Specialize in Taxation.

UBalt's expertise in taxation may take you to the next level of your career. With faculty in both the Merrick School of Business and the UBalt School of Law, you'll gain the knowledge needed to succeed when your specialize in taxation in the Online M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program.

Business and Entrepreneurship

Business and Entrepreneurship

Program Type

Master of Science
M.S.

Locations/Format

A UBalt Fully Online Program

Cost

More about the Graduate Business (non-MBA) Tuition & Fees
• The UBalt Fully, Online Accounting program offers you in-state tuition—no matter where you live in the world.

Requirements

All Degree Requirements

30-42 credit hours:

  • up to 12 Foundational Credits (waiveable)
  • 15 Required Credits
  • 15 Specialization Credits

No test requirements for admission.

Online M.S. in Accounting - TAxation Specialization

 

When you chose to add the Taxation specialization to your Online M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory program, you have the opportunity to learn alongside business and law school students. The UBalt graduate Taxation is program is a well-established and well-respected program in the School of Law.  Many of the classes have a flexible classroom format.  The tax courses are offered,  in-person, and/or online synchronous, and/or online recordings.

Learn more about the Admission process.

Earn your Online MBA in as few as 18 months or work at your own pace.

 

We recognize the importance of work-life-education balance, so we offer flexible learning options for working professionals. All of our online classes are available asynchronously. You also have the choice to take a part-or full-time course load—and you can change your mind every semester.

 

As a fully online student you benefit from earlier course registration. And if you live outside of Maryland, you can receive "in-state" tuition in the Online M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services.

What areyour goals?

What's your goal in specializing in Taxation?

  • Expertise in Tax Law: You'll have the opportunity to go deeper into understanding of federal, state, and local tax laws, regulations, and procedures.
  • Proficiency in Tax Planning: You'll develop skills to effectivly implement tax strategies for individuals, businesses, and organizations to minimize tax liabilities.
  • Skills in Tax Compliance: You'll become adept at preparing and filing accurate tax returns, ensuring adherence to all applicable tax laws and deadlines.
  • Knowledge of Tax Research: You'll conduct thorough research on complex tax issues, interpret tax codes and regulations, and provide well-reasoned solutions.
  • Ethical and Professional Conduct: You'll align yourself with the highest ethical standards and professional responsibilities in their tax practice.

What Our Graduates Do

Whether you choose to sit for the CPA exam or pursue other professional certifications, when you leave UBalt, you’ll have the competitive advantage and the technical skills you need for effective and ethical business consulting.

"Employment of accountants and auditors is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations."  Earning a master's in accounting you'll have enhanced career opportunities that can open doors to higher-level positions and specialized roles within the field.

Common Roles

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • Accounts Receivable/Payable Manager
  • Auditor
  • Budget Analyst
  • Comptroller
  • Cost Accountant
  • Financial Manager
  • Forensic/Investigative Accountant
  • Tax Planner
Dean Raju Balakrishnan and three male Merrick School of Business students

A Message from Dean Raju Balakrishnan

A degree from the Merrick School of Business is more than just a qualification; it's a passport to a world of opportunity.
Raju Balakrishnan, Ph.D. Dean, Merrick School of Business
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Admission Information

Your application will be accepted on a rolling basis but you can use these dates as a guide.

  • Fall: Aug. 15
  • Spring: Jan. 1
  • Summer: May 1

Admission will be offered depending on availability of space, strength of your credentials and sufficiency of time for processing.

Questions? Contact an admission counselor at 410.837.4777 or gradadmission@ubalt.edu.

 Let us know when you are ready to earn your M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory degree by applying to the program. Our online application will only take you a few minutes to complete. Before you submit the application, you’ll be asked to use your credit card or bank account to pay the $50 application fee.

Insider tips:
The earlier you apply and submit a completed application, the faster you’ll receive an admission decision. Each one of your supporting admission documents may be sent individually. Your admission portal will keep track of what the UBalt Admission team has received.

When you attend an information session or discuss your application with an Admission counselor or Merrick School of Business representative be sure to get your application fee waiver code and save yourself $50.

A bachelor’s degree in any field is required for admittance into the UBalt M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services program. This program is open to students without an accounting undergraduate degree as well as those who have earned an accounting-focused bachelor’s degree. The undergraduate GPA for admitted students typically ranges from 2.9 to 4.0.

Historically, admitted M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services students have average cumulative GPA's of 3.2 and come from a variety of academic majors, with the majority having some sort of prior accounting education.

The University of Baltimore has several scholarships that may be available for those students who have submitted competitive GPA documentation.

A key factor for all applicants is the undergraduate GPA, although graduate coursework will be taken into account. Request your official transcripts as soon as possible, as they can take time to print, prepare and mail. The Office of Admission requires original transcripts from all universities you’ve attended. It’s easiest to have the institution send your transcript directly to us.

If you are mailing an institution’s transcript, do not break the seal upon receipt. If you attended a non-U.S. institution, you must provide the official transcript and a transcript evaluation with a course-by-course analysis conducted by a transcript evaluation service such as World Education Services. 

Send your resume to our team via email. By submitting your resume you are signaling that you are a polished professional. That’s great because our students are professionals who are looking to enhance or change their careers. The diversity of your overall work experience is important to us.  

The Admissions Committee holistically considers your transcripts, work experience, personal statement and professional recommendation in the evaluation process.

Your personal statement is important, so take your time writing it. Please submit it to documents@ubalt.edu

Clearly tell the admissions committee more about your background and your interests. Share the reasons why you are interested in pursuing a University of Baltimore degree in M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services.

Include your thoughts about how the program will assist you in achieving your academic and professional development goals. Make sure your essay is well written and exhibits a high level of academic and professional competency. Again, don’t forget to proofread for grammatical and spelling errors. 

One recommendation letter is required for candidates with a GPA less than 3.0.  It should come from someone with the ability to evaluate your academic aptitude and/or professional experience, such as a professor, supervisor, project partner, or mentor.

Candidates with a GPA above 3.0 are not required to submit a letter of recommendation but it is welcomed.

Examples should include details of your work history, thoughts on your competence as an employee, an explanation of why they think you’d be a successful M.S. in Accounting and Business Advisory Services candidate, description of your academic ability, etc.

Ask the writers to put their letters of recommendation in sealed envelopes with their signatures on the back flap. Give those individuals who are writing your letters of recommendation at least two weeks—but preferably a month—to complete the task. This allows them to take their time and communicate their thoughts and recommendations of the likelihood that you will succeed in the program.

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Baltimore, MD 21201

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Faculty

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Mikhail Pevzner, Ph.D.

Professor
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Jan Williams, Ph.D.

Professor

Kathryn Demarest, M.S.

Associate Dean- Business

Lourdes White, D.B.A.

Professor

Johnny Ramsey, M.B.A.

Lecturer