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Master of Science in Accountancy

Master of Science in Accountancy

Batch Starts 31st Mar'2024

Abroad Intake Sep'2025

Key Benefits of the Program

  • INR10 Lakhs


    Significant savings of upto INR 10 Lakhs compared to studying full degree in USA1

  • Upto12 Months


    Eligible for PGWP/Post Study Work/OPT visa application after graduation1

  • USD73,000


    Average salary in USA after completion of the course1

Program Structure and Fees

Master of Science in Accountancy is a 2 Year course wherein Year 1 you will be studying online with IMT Ghaziabad. Tuition fees for the Online course is INR 4,07,000 . For Year 2, you will be going to the USA and studying on-campus at Edgewood College, US. Tuition fees for Edgewood College is approximately US 16,359. You will also have to incur approximately US 14,000 (Fees are subject to change depending upon intakes and admission year) per annum as living costs in the US.
  1. Country

    India

    Course Name

    • Advanced General Management Program

    Eligibility

    • Graduate with minimum of 55% of marks are eligible to apply.

    Tuition Fees

    INR 4,07,000

    Cost of Living

    N/A

    Mode of Teaching

    Online

    Duration

    11 months

  2. Country

    USA

    Course Name

    • Master of Science in Accountancy

    Eligibility

    • The applicants must successfully complete the Advanced General Management Program from IMT, Ghaziabad with an aggregate of 60% and above and a minimum of 60% in each course.
    • TOEFL of >= 80 or IELTS of >= 6.

    Tuition Fees

    ~ USD 16,359

    Cost of Living

    ~ USD 14,000 per annum

    Mode of Teaching

    On-Campus

    Duration

    1 year

Other Benefits

  • Get an MS in Accountancy Degree from Edgewood and AGMP certificate from IMT Ghaziabad
  • Eligible to apply for upto 12-month OPT after graduation
  • Multiple internship opportunities
  • Career Essential Soft Skills Program
  • In-built IELTS prep to be provided by upGrad
  • Online Sessions + Live Lectures
  • Ranked #239 in National Universities
  • World Class Faculty Members & Industry Experts
  • Timely Doubt Resolution
  • One-on-One with Industry Mentors
About IMT Ghaziabad
Established in 1980, Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad (IMT-G) is India’s premier management school and is the 4th business school in the country accredited by the coveted AACSB. Strategically located in Delhi-NCR region, IMTG has distinct focus on grooming leadership through innovation, execution, and social responsibility. IMT Ghaziaba is the proud alma mater of more than 300 C–suite executives. ...Read more
About Edgewood College
Edgewood College is located in bustling Madison, Wisconsin within the United States. A truly one-of-a-kind city that offers a wealth of opportunity and an unparalleled educational experience. Madison is continually ranked by trusted sources as one of the country’s top places to live. Additionally, a 2019 report from the Brookings Institution identiied Madison as the No. 1 city with the most technological growth potential. Immerse yourself in the exhilarating college-town atmosphere. Enjoy time away from your studies spent relaxing on Madison’s lakes - one of which is located on Edgewood’s campus! Make the most out of the livelihood of the city by attending college sporting events, festivals, and concerts all just a few blocks away from campus. Experience a tranquil stroll downtown to enjoy Madison’s renowned farmers market and abundant culinary classics. Edgewood College campus offers a serene, down-to-earth feel with a student-centered environment. Approaching its centennial, the campus has demonstrated a commitment to high quality education and inclusivity all while keeping students at the forefront. ...Read more
About USA
The USA is one of the most sought-after countries for international students, given the scope of academic and professional opportunities. Let us discuss some more reasons that make it worth studying in the USA:1.World-Class EducationThe U.S. has nearly 4,000 accredited higher-education institutions. It has the highest number of universities in the op 100 and 200 globally (per QS World Rankings 2024), making it a hub for excellent education.2. Internationally-recognized DegreesThe U.S. degrees are recognized worldwide. A U.S. college or university degree allows students to enhance their careers through advanced learning and better career opportunities.3. Student-Friendly CitiesThe U.S. has four cities (Boston, New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles) ranked among the top 30 QS Best Student Cities 2024, solidifying the country's reputation not just for academics but also for facilitating an education-intensive environment that is open and welcoming.4. Higher ROIStudying at a reputed U.S. university helps students earn high salaries post-completion of their program, thus providing higher ROI.5.Earn While LearningThe U.S. F-1 study visa allows students to work on-campus for 20 hours per week during a semester and full-time on holidays. ...Read more

Career Opportunities


Accounting

  • Senior Accountant

    USD 69,929 Annually 1

  • Account Manager Sales

    USD 59,492 Annually 1

  • Financial Controller

    USD 86,508 Annually 1

  • Finance Manager

    USD 96,456 Annually 1

Syllabus

IMT GhaziabadAdvanced General Management Program

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Edgewood CollegeMaster of Science in Accountancy

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  • 23

    Months

  • 320+

    Hours of Learning

  • 60+

    Live Sessions

  • 10+

    Case Studies and Assignments

Loan Partners

Frequently Asked Questions

Admissions

Is there a minimum qualification for this programme?

For IMT Ghaziabad
 Graduate with minimum of 55% of marks are eligible to apply. 
For Edgewood College, US 
The applicants must successfully complete the Advanced General Management Program from IMT, Ghaziabad with an aggregate of 60% and above and a minimum of 60% in each course.
• TOEFL of >= 80  or IELTS of >= 6.

Will I be supported for TOEFL/IELTS/PTE or other English language exams during the 1st Year of Masters Degree?

Yes, upGrad will help you prepare for the English proficiency test to establish your current English proficiency to be eligible for the Master’s program in US.

What are the English proficiency requirements for going to Edgewood College?

As per current requirements, students have to score an TOEFL score of 80 or IELTS score more than 6.0

How will Edgewood College help in finding internships and job opportunities after I complete a course ?

Edgewood College helps students through the decision-making process by talking to you about your specific goals, interests, and skills and what kind of jobs you can get with different majors.

Course Currriculum

What is the Master of Science in Accountancy with upGrad?

This degree is an ideal degree for anyone looking for a career in management with an international scope and to build a professional network around the globe. Students in this program will receive dual certification, an Advanced General Management Program from IMT Ghaziabad, and a Master of Science in Accountancy from Edgewood College. Students will study for 11 months online with IMT to complete the Advanced General Management Program and will be transferred to Edgewood College after meeting the eligibility criteria as mentioned in the brochure.

What should I expect from the Master of Science in Accountancy programme?

- Respond strategically to business challenges and opportunities.
- Assess ethical implications of business activities.
- Develop, implement and evaluate solutions to business problems.
- Formulate business decisions and systematic analysis that reflects critical thinking.
- Demonstrate effective skills to collaborate with diverse groups of people.

Which topics are going to be covered as part of the programme?

The programme will be delivered on a new technology platform to create a superior learning experience for participants who want to be on the cutting edge of the management. With this programme, IMTG & Edgewood College, US together seeks to develop the next generation of leaders. The topics that are going to be covered are Marketing Management, Business Communication, Accounting & Finance, Decision Sciences, Business Economics, OB, HR Legal, Sales & Distribution, Business Strategy, Supply Chain Management.

What type of learning experience should I expect?

The content will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the programme comprises live lectures or hangout sessions dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. On-campus curriculum is focused on classroom teaching as well as thesis towards the last semester.

Is any certification granted at the end of the programme?

 Post successful completion of the program, an Advanced General Management Program would be granted from IMT Ghaziabad and a Master's degree in Accounting from Edgewood College, US.

About US

Can international students work to pay for their educational expenses?

Although there are a limited number of part-time, on-campus jobs for international students, the income from these jobs is only sufficient to provide “pocket money”; you will not earn enough income to pay for a significant portion of your educational expenses. The U.S. government prohibits international students from working outside the University.

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Will upGrad help me in writing Academic and Visa SOP?

Yes, upGrad will help with your Academic and Visa SOP and will also organize training on how to write a good SOP.

What are the Certification of Finances/I 20 Process (J-1 or F-1 Visa) requirements?

Graduate students requesting an I-20 (F-1 visa status) or a DS-2019 (J-1 visa status) for the 2021 -2022 school year should be able to demonstrate the ability to pay at least $29,814 USD per year. Please note this amount is an estimate and is subject to change at any time. Tuition varies by program.  Please contact an admissions counselor for more details.
Tuition and Fees: USD 12,624
Housing and Meals: USD 10,575
Others (books, insurance, misc.): USD 6,615
Total (if no dependents): USD 29,814
(USD 8,000 additional for each dependent)

Financial Document Requirements:
- Must be original letters or statements from a financial institution with original ink signatures and stamps.
- Must be written in English or accompanied by official English translation and indicate unit of currency.
- Must include both the sponsor’s name and student’s name exactly as it appears on student’s application.
- Must be dated within six months of application date.
- If student's name is NOT listed on financial document, a signed Financial Affidavit is required.
- If financial statement are in the student's name, no additional documentation is required.
- Students should request additional original documents to present to the U.S. Consulate or Embassy when requesting a student visa, and to present to immigration officials when entering the United States.
- Although Edgewood College offers on-campus employment opportunities, it is necessary that each student evaluates the cost of attending Edgewood College and is prepared to finance it totally. Tuition and fees for each term must be paid in full prior to beginning classes.

Time Commitment

What is the time commitment expected for the programme?

At least 12-15 hours per week of time commitment is expected to be able to graduate from the online program. On-campus program in Germany is full-time and will have an appropriate workload.

How will my doubts/questions be addressed in an online programme?

Peer-to-peer discussion forum where you can post your queries and your peers/faculty/teaching assistants answer your queries within a day. Regular Q&A sessions with faculty to get clarification on conceptual doubts. 

Refund Policy

Is there any deferral or refund policy for this program?

Refund Policy: 
  • Students must pay an applicable Caution Amount for the enrollment to the Program. This Caution Amount will be adjustable against the total Program fee payable by the student.
  • Once the student has made a partial or full payment of Program fee, such student can claim a refund for this amount at any time before the cohort commencement date by raising a refund request through ‘My applications’ page on our website (www.upgrad.com), stating the specific reason for the refund. The refund shall be subject to a deduction of INR. 20,000/- towards processing fee. If less than INR. 20,000/- have been paid in total, students shall not be eligible for any refund in such a case.
  • Students shall not be eligible for a refund (under any circumstances) if the refund request is raised post-program/Batch Start Date. In such a case, the student will continue to pay the EMI of his loan (if applicable), as the loan cannot be canceled. This is also applicable to students who could not complete their payment and could not get enrolled in their opted cohort. However, the student can request a Pre-Program deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.
  • Student shall not be eligible for refund of any amount paid towards the Program in case any discrepancy is identified between your application and self-attested documents including but not limited to wrong details about your grades or any other incorrect information provided in your application.
  • In case of a valid refund request post obtaining the loan from a third party credit facility provider, we would like to clarify that the responsibility of canceling the loan will lie with the student as upGrad is not privy to such arrangements between the student and the third party credit facility provider.
  • If students do not provide documents as per the timeline mentioned in the offer letter, they will be deferred to the next batch but they will not be eligible for any refunds.
  • You shall not be eligible for refund of any amount paid towards the Program in case any discrepancy is identified between your application and self-attested documents including but not limiting to wrong details about your grades or any other incorrect information provided in your application.
 Deferral Policy: (Pre- Program Commencement) 
  • If a student, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the cohort starts, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.  However, if a student is deferring from his assigned cohort batch mentioned in the offer letter, the student will not be eligible for any refund post the deferral.
  • However, the student will be required to pay 50% of the total course fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
  • A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the student enrolled for.
  • The student has time till the current cohort launch date to make the payment of the 50% program fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the student now asks for a refund, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply.
  • The fee applicable to the deferred student will be as per prevailing fee for the batch student as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).
  Deferral Policy: (Post Program Commencement) 
  • If a student is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
  • A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of the initial batch the student enrolled for.
  • The student will be required to pay deferral fees of 10% of the total course amount fee + Taxes if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts.
  • The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid.
  • Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
  • The student has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee post which the deferral request will expire, and the student will continue as part of the current cohort.
  • If the student completes the deferral payment, the student’s login will be disabled, the student will leave the deferred cohort and the student will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort. For clarification, the grades of the graded assignments will be carried forward, whether the student had submitted these grading during the initial stage.
  • The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the student has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has been completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad.
 Deferral policy applicable only for International Institute of Information Technology, Bangalore (“IIIT Bangalore”) 
 • The first deferral request to any program offered by IIIT Bangalore (pre-program commencement or post-program commencement) shall be free for one time.
  • The Executive Post Graduate Program learners should complete the course in a maximum duration of 3 years from the initial batch start date.
  • The Advanced Certificate Program learners should complete the course in a maximum duration of 2 years from the initial batch start date.
  • The Professional Advanced Certificate Program learners should complete the course in a maximum duration of 2 years from the initial batch start date.

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No cost CC EMI FAQ's

0% EMI with Finance partners /Credit card option availability will vary program wise.

1. Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
No cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, State Bank of India, CITIBANK and HSBC)

2. Is there any minimum transaction limit ?
Yes. 50000 is the minimum.

3. Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ?
No. ONLY 12 months is available irrespective of the Program enrolled.

4. Will I have to pay any extra amount for EMI transaction?
If you are availing 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.

5. Are there any fees or down payment?
Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transaction. If charged, will be billed in the first repayment installment.

6. Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI?
Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.

7. Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI ?
Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.

8. Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards ?
Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using Part payment option make sure to inform the learner, minimum transaction is INR 50000 to opt for 0% CC EMI E.g. Amount to be paid: 150000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example :
HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 100000
ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50000

9. How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.

10. Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card?
Initially your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit and from your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have made a payment of ₹100000 on 6-months EMI and your credit limit is ₹200,000 then initially your bank will block your credit limit by ₹100000. After payment of your first month EMI of Rs.15000, the blocked amount will come down to ₹85000.

11. Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI?
Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided to you as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No cost EMI. The total amount paid during the entire EMI tenure to the bank will be equal to the amount to be paid to upGrad.

Eg. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 405000
Let's say Amount deducted at the time of transaction: INR 379850 (Principal amount) Bank charges interest of 12-15% per annum on INR 379850
[Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate]
EMI AMOUNT = INR 33750 x 12 = INR 405000
Effectively, you have taken loan on 379,850 instead of 405,000
Disclaimer
  1. The above statistics depend on various factors and individual results may vary. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
  2. The student assumes full responsibility for all expenses associated with visas, travel, and related costs. upGrad does not provide any assurance or make representations regarding visa approval or the procurement of the visa.
  3. upGrad does not grant credit; credits are granted, accepted or transferred at the sole discretion of an educational institution. upGrad does not make any representations regarding the recognition or equivalence of the credits or credentials awarded, unless otherwise expressly stated. If you intend to pursue a post graduate or doctorate degree upon completion of this course or apply for employment which requires specific credits, we advise you to enquire further regarding the suitability of this degree for your academic and/or professional requirements before enrolling.
  4. Please note that the financial support provided by a third-party credit facilitator for the program is in the form of a Personal Loan, not an Educational Loan. This distinction means that the loan does not come with tax benefits or other amenities. We strongly advise all learners to carefully consider this information before proceeding with enrollment.