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You’ve made it. Congrats, and welcome to the Tar Heel family. The fact that you’ve made it to here means you’re thinking ahead and are curious about your future. So here’s a head start, without the pressure.
UNC Kenan-Flagler offers two one-year master’s degrees. Our Master of Science in Management program was designed to be the perfect complement to any non-business undergraduate degree. Rather than narrowing your focus too soon, follow your curiosity, invest in what brings you joy, and build a strong academic foundation that reflects who you are and what you care about. After chasing your passion, you’ll gain credible and versatile business skills that can take you further in the industry you love—some call it the perfect pairing.
Our Master of Accounting degree is designed to open doors to one of the most stable, lucrative careers. Created specifically for students without an accounting background, this program welcomes graduates from any discipline and provides a supportive, confidence-building pathway into the field—no prior accounting experience required. Completed in 12 months and this degree equips you with rich, strategic, and tactical skills to excel in the financial or accounting industries.
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Learn about one‑year master’s programs you could pursue after graduation.
| Program | Master of Science in Management | Master of Accounting |
|---|---|---|
| Location | In-person in Chapel Hill | In-person in Chapel Hill |
| Start Date | August | June |
| Duration | 10 Months | 12 Months |
| Credit Hours | 30 Credit Hours | 48 Credit Hours |
| Common Pursuits | Add business skills to your undergrad major to unlock new opportunities for your first professional job. | Start your career, often in an audit or tax role with a Big 4 public accounting firm. |
“MSM gave me the clarity and direction to move from general interests to a defined path,” Foster says. “The support I received made the process feel intentional and gave me confidence stepping into my next chapter.”
“There’s a true sense of community in the MAC Program. Everyone knows we’re on the same playing field, and at the same time we’re all working for the advancement of each other. There was always this feeling of this is where I belong. The MAC Program challenged me to push myself to my limits and see what I can really do making me the most confident in myself and my abilities than I ever have been. This is what I’m meant to do."