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    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization

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    Ithaca, USMPSIn-person10 months
    STEM-OPT
    $71,266.00
    Tuition
    over 10mo
    45
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University is a 30-credit, 10-month, in-person MPS program based in Ithaca, US. Tuition is $71,266 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    One-year program providing core business curriculum focused on accounting, including advanced accounting, auditing, taxation, financial statement analysis, and electives in cost accounting, financial modeling, and analytics. Prepares students for CPA exam and careers in public practice, corporate accounting, and related fields.

    Focus: coursework
    Cornell University #16 (QS World University Rankings 2026)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    GMAT
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Speaking: 22 or higher; Reading: 20 or higher; Listening: 15 or higher; Writing: 20 or higher (TOEFL iBT for Professional Master’s including M.P.S.)
    IELTS
    required
    Min An overall band score of at least 7.0 (IELTS Academic for Professional Master’s including M.P.S.)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $78,195.00
    Avg starting salary
    $30,442.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University is $71,266 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University online or in-person?
    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University take to complete?
    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University is structured around 10 months and 30 credits.
    Is Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University cohort?
    Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Management - Accounting Specialization at Cornell University typically enrolls around 45 students per cohort.