The Richard C. Adkerson School of Accountancy offers outstanding academic programs, and a vibrant, challenging learning environment for its students. The programs offered in the School include the Bachelor of Science in Accounting, the Master of Professional Accountancy and the Master of Taxation. The graduate programs are delivered on campus and online. Enrollment in one of these programs provides access to high-qualified faculty, a network of successful alumni, top firms and businesses, a career center, a stand-alone career fair, internships, and professional organizations that will enhance students' preparation for careers in accounting. High placement rates of our students with the big four, regional firms, and government and industry are a testament to the success of our academic programs.
The Richard C. Adkerson School of Accountancy is named in recognition of Mr. Adkerson, a 1969 graduate and Vice Chairman, President and CEO of Freeport-McMoRan.
The MSU College of Business and the Adkerson School of Accountancy are accredited by AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Welcome to the Adkerson School of Accountancy. We are excited that you are visiting our website and exploring the opportunities that exist in the School. The School has a long tradition of providing consistent, high-quality undergraduate and graduate accounting education. As a result, we are confident that the Adkerson School of Accountancy provides a proven path for students' success.
The undergraduate and graduate programs in the Adkerson School of Accountancy are separately accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) International, the hallmark of excellence in business and accounting education. This designation places the School in the top three percent of accounting programs in the world. Students can take comfort in knowing that the accounting programs at Mississippi State University maintain rigorous quality standards that ensure they will be taught the most current knowledge and skills required by employers.
Our faculty are actively engaged in scholarly research, the accounting profession, and the academic preparation of students. The undergraduate and graduate curriculums that will provide students with the data and analytics skillsets required to be successful in a profession that continues to evolve. The faculty bring various levels of expertise and research interest to the School, and are essential to building quality academic programs and moving the School to the next level of excellence. You will not find more qualified faculty anywhere who truly care about the success of their students.
Again, thank you for your interest in the Adkerson School of Accountancy. Please take some time to explore our website and our electronic newsletter, the Bulldog Ledger, at www.bulldogledger.com. In the event you should have any questions, or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Shawn Mauldin, PhD, CPA, CMA, CFP
Director and Professor
Adkerson School of Accountancy
