SJSU's MST program has both full-time and part-time students. Many students are working tax professionals in CPA firms, industry and government. Some students are earning an MST as part of a plan to change careers. Some students are completing their MST degree in between completion of their undergraduate accounting degree and entering the tax accounting profession. The mix of students offers a helpful professional networking environment.
I recently completed the MST program at San Jose State University. The program provided me with excellent general tax knowledge and the ability to research complex technical issues and express the findings both verbally and in writing. I have been able to combine my MST knowledge together with my work experience to provide a high level of tax consulting for Fortune 500 Companies in Silicon Valley as well as continuing to grow my private tax practice that deals primarily with small businesses.
Like many other full time working professionals, I started my MST program for additional tax knowledge to improve my career. I gained so much more. The professors, both full time and guests, imparted valuable technical knowledge that challenged each of us to excel as a true tax expert while balancing real life practicalities. The learning was enjoyable and memorable with a network of fellow students who shared the same goals - each class was filled with interesting discussions and good humor.
I acquired skills that help me in my job on a daily basis and made life long friends with students and faculty.
I truly enjoyed being in the program. Most of the satisfaction comes from the quality of instructorship - each professor I met ignited my interest in the areas each of them taught and further reinforced my confidence in the decision to pursue the program and the tax profession.
I can't say enough "thank you's" to SJSU for developing and fostering such a rewarding program!
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