Career Outcomes
The Master of Professional Accounting (MPAcc) at the Foster School of Business prepares you to thrive in today’s dynamic accounting landscape. Developed in close partnership with industry leaders, the program builds deep expertise in audit, assurance, and data analytics. With tailored career support—including one-on-one coaching, mock interviews, and employer connections—MPAcc students graduate ready to make immediate impact in top firms and organizations.
96%
of 2025 Domestic Students Received Job Offers Within 30 days of Graduating
$81K
average starting salary (class of 2025)
92%
of Students Received Job Offers Before Graduating over the Last 3 Years
Career Resources and Services
Foster’s EY Center for Career Advancement offers career management services to Master of Professional Accounting students.
Explore the sections below to see how Foster’s Career Services contribute to career readiness and long-term success.
Personalized guidance to advance your career with confidence.
One-on-one coaching empowers you to define what success looks like and build a strategy to achieve it. Our coaches help you make informed choices and stay aligned with your personal and professional values.
Work one-on-one to:
- Clarify goals and priorities
- Build a long-term vision
- Navigate key decisions and transitions
Get coaching for:
- Resume and cover letter refinement
- Portfolio development
- Targeted job and internship search strategies
- Overcoming professional roadblocks
Flexible, skill-building resources to boost your career readiness.
Designed for both independent learners and collaborative environments, workshops support your ongoing growth throughout your program.
Choose your format:
- Live sessions
- On-demand modules
Build essential skills:
- Resume writing
- LinkedIn optimization
- Elevator pitch development
- Personal branding
Practice with professionals and get feedback that sharpens your edge.
Mock interviews simulate real-world hiring situations, helping you refine your communication and problem-solving skills in a low-stakes environment.
Prepare for interview types:
- Functional (skills-based)
- Behavioral (experience-based)
- Case (consulting-style)
What you’ll gain:
Build your network and explore career paths through exclusive access to industry leaders.
Engage with peers and professionals from across Foster’s degree offerings for broader connections and insights. Gain access to Private LinkedIn groups and Foster’s online alumni directory.
Explore opportunities
These experiences expand your reach and deepen your understanding of industries, roles, and workplace cultures, essential preparation for your next step.
- Networking mixers
- Coffee chats
- Company info sessions
- Industry panels
- Company visits
- Speaker series
- Career fairs
Alumni Success Stories
See how members of Foster’s MPAcc alumni network are making an impact—and how their success can inspire your own career journey.
Samuel Yang’s Path to a Career that Adds Up at KPMG
Charting a Purpose-Driven Path in Accounting
Ask the Firms: What Makes You Proud?
Popular job titles and major employers
Companies Hiring
Foster MPAcc Graduates
Amazon
Baker Tilly/Moss Adams
BDO
CBIZ
CLA
Deloitte
EY
KPMG
PwC
RSM
Job Titles of
Foster MPAcc Alumni
Data Scientist
Forensic Accountant
Senior Accountant
Senior Financial Analyst
GRC Compliance Program Manager
External Financial Reporting Manager
Assurance Manager / Assurance Director
Audit Manager / Senior Audit Manager
Controller / Assistant Controller
Director of Finance / Director of FP&A
VP of Finance
CFO
Partner (Audit & Assurance)
Founder / Entrepreneur