Looking for a degree that has the potential for a strong career investment? Considering the popular saying that nothing is as sure as death and taxes, an M.S. in Taxation may be among the most versatile business graduate paths. And Cal State Fullerton’s College of Business and Economics stands apart with career connections, experiential learning, accessibility and connection to the professional world.

Here are four reasons to consider this degree path at Cal State Fullerton.

1. World-Class Faculty. In addition to top-notch accounting and finance researchers, tax faculty at Cal State Fullerton often have decades of applied experience in the tax industry. Consider Barry Gershenovitz ’85, the program’s lead lecturer, who spent 32 years as a tax partner at EY, bringing this experience to bear in the program’s coursework.
2. Professional Network. The tax field is always in a state of flux, but the business college’s Dean’s Advisory Board, accounting professional boards, 80,000+ strong alumni network, and the new Business Legal Studies Association ensure that this degree program is focused on the latest changes and that opportunities are available to engage with the latest industry talent. Plus, as a Business Titan, you have access to general mentoring opportunities that pair students with executives in the field, including the Executive-in-Residence program, Titan Business Executive Fellows, the Women’s Leadership Program, and Leadership Scholars.
3. Real World Experience. M.S. in Taxation students can do good while gaining experiential learning through the Volunteer Income Tax Association (VITA), which provides individualized tax preparation assistance to low- to moderate-income Orange County residents each tax season. Each early autumn, the SEC “Hot Topics” Conference provides students and professionals with opportunities to hear from top-notch industry leaders on the latest trends in auditing, accounting and compliance, while the Haskell & White Academic Conference gives students a forum to present their research.
4. Access to the Best Career Resources. The M.S. in Taxation is part of the broader School of Accountancy, which hosts career fairs such as Meet the Firms and guest speaker events. And all Business Titans have access to Business Career Services, which stands ready to provide access and preparation for internship and job opportunities at all levels.

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Applications are open today for the M.S. in Taxation for fall 2026. Start your journey today! Read more of our articles about the tax master’s to gain more knowledge.