Executive Master's in Accounting

Residency Session dates are determined by the course that you are registered for. It is very important that you make note of the class you registered for, as well as the designated residency weekend for that course as each course will only meet one weekend for the duration of the semester.

You can view your semester schedule in your self-service portal in your Student Profile. Once you log into your MyUC account, click on Academics, then click on Current Schedule. Your schedule details will indicate the date and location of your residency weekend.

You can find information on the residency site locations on our website.

Attendance to each executive residency class session is mandatory. Students may make up no more than one (1) residency session throughout the duration of their academic program. Missing a second residency will result in the student being dismissed from the university.

A missed session will result in the student attending a make-up session, and paying a $300 residency make-up fee. In addition, the student may be asked for documentation from the program department providing an explanation as to why the scheduled residency session was missed. Make-up sessions must be completed prior to the end of the term. Noncompliance with this policy will result in dismissal from the executive program.

The Department of International Graduate Services will contact you via your UC student email as registration for the next term approaches. Please remember that you are required to register for (one) main class, (one) online class, and Applied Learning Practicum each semester in order to maintain your F1 status – late registration will not be accepted and can result in the termination of your student status. 

Once you register for a class you will want to make note of the residency weekend that your class is scheduled, as that is the only session for that class that will be scheduled for the semester. You will need to be sure to plan your travel accordingly to ensure that you are in attendance for the full residency session.

Registration is done on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once a course is full, there will not be additional seats added, as we cannot exceed classroom seating capacity; therefore, it is advised that you register for classes as much in advance as possible. As a reminder, students cannot register for future semesters until their current tuition balance is paid in full.

*Please note all times are in local time zone*

Friday

Facility will open at 4:00 p.m.

Saturday

Facility will open at 7:00 a.m.

Sunday

Facility will open at 7:00 a.m.

We ask that you please take note of the above-mentioned times and schedule your travel accordingly.

*These dates have been set; however, if any changes are made, they will be made prior to registration for that semester. Not all dates are available at each residency location.

Fall 2024 (August 26th – December 13th)

• September 27 – 29
• October 4 – 6
• October 11 – 13
• October 18 – 20
• October 25 – 27
• November 1 – 3
• November 8 – 10
• November 15 – 17
• November 22 – 24 

Spring 2025 (January 6th – April 30th)

• January 31-February 2
• February 7-9
• February 14-16
• February 21-23
• February 28-March 2
• March 7-9
• March 14-16
• March 21-23
• March 28-30
• April 4-6
• April 11-13

An executive master's in accounting is a graduate degree designed for working professionals seeking advanced expertise in accounting, financial reporting, auditing, taxation, and financial management. University of the Cumberlands' Executive Master of Science in Accounting combines graduate-level accounting coursework with a hybrid learning format that includes online instruction, required in-person residency sessions, and applied professional learning.

The Executive Master of Science in Accounting at University of the Cumberlands is offered in a hybrid format rather than entirely online. Students complete online coursework while also attending required in-person residency sessions. The executive program incorporates an Applied Learning Practicum, allowing students to connect graduate accounting concepts with professional experience.

An executive master's in accounting can be a valuable investment for professionals seeking to expand their accounting knowledge, develop leadership skills, or pursue greater responsibilities in financial management. Advanced graduate coursework in financial reporting, auditing, taxation, and accounting analysis can strengthen the technical and strategic capabilities used across public accounting, corporate finance, government, and other industries.

An executive master's in accounting may help students complete graduate-level accounting coursework relevant to Certified Public Accountant (CPA) educational requirements. However, CPA eligibility varies by state and may include specific coursework, credit-hour requirements, examinations, and professional experience. Students should consult the appropriate state board of accountancy to determine whether their academic background and the executive accounting program meet applicable licensing requirements.

An executive master's in accounting may be appropriate for accounting professionals, auditors, financial analysts, business professionals, and others seeking to strengthen their knowledge of advanced accounting practices. The hybrid executive format is particularly relevant to students who want to combine graduate study with professional experience and in-person academic engagement.