Join our upcoming virtual information session to learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program! You’ll hear about the MPA admissions process, MPA curriculum, career outcomes, and life in Austin.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, MPA Senior Recruiting and Admissions Officer.
Join our upcoming virtual information session to learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program! You’ll hear about the MPA admissions process and how to make your application stand out, details about the MPA curriculum, career outcomes, and life in Austin.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, MPA Senior Recruiting and Admissions Officer.
Are you interested in earning your master’s degree in accounting from The University of Texas at Austin? Join us virtually at the Texas McCombs Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) virtual info session on Wednesday, November 29 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT!
Our one-year traditional MPA is open to both UT and non-UT students who will have earned a bachelor’s degree (in any academic discipline) before starting the MPA program. At the MPA info session, you will meet Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, the Senior Admissions and Recruiting Officer for the MPA program. She will detail the curriculum you will learn in the program, career outcomes and opportunities, how to apply, and answer any questions you have.
Master in Professional Accounting Info Session
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Virtual – Zoom
Are you considering a career in accounting and looking to learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program at Texas McCombs? Join us virtually on November 15 to hear from current MPA students and alumni! They will discuss why they chose to study accounting, as well as detail their experiences in the program, including their favorites classes, recruiting and networking opportunities, and life at McCombs. Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask the panelists questions! Register for the event here.
Iman Ortiz, tMPA ’16
Audit Manager at Deloitte
Iman earned her undergraduate degree in accounting from St. Edward’s University and then joined Texas McCombs to earn her master’s in accounting through the traditional Master in Professional Accounting (tMPA) program. She is a CPA and has had a successful seven-year tenure at Deloitte, where she has established her accounting career. Her journey at Deloitte has seen her climb the ranks, from her initial role as an Audit Intern to her current position as Audit Manager.
Harry Wu, iMPA ’20
Investment Associate at Cambridge Information Group
Harry graduated from the integrated Master in Professional Accounting (iMPA) program. He launched his career as an associate with KPMG before moving into the investment sector as an analyst for the financial and valuation advisory group of Houlihan Lokey. Harry currently lives in New York City and works as an associate on the investment team at CIG, where he is responsible for supporting the evaluation of new investment opportunities and assists with the oversight of CIG’s portfolio companies.
Jordan Paige, iMPA ’18
Senior Associate at Portage Point Partners
Jordan graduated from the integrated Master in Professional Accounting (iMPA) program. She is a senior associate at Portage Point Partners in Dallas, specializing in transaction advisory services. Before joining Portage Point, she was a financial analyst at Houlihan Lokey, where she conducted M&A due diligence for acquisitions and divestitures in various industries, focusing on middle market transactions ranging from $5 million to $500 million. Jordan is a CPA and is also FINRA Series 63 and Series 79 licensed.
Are you interested in earning your master’s degree in accounting from The University of Texas at Austin? Join us virtually at the Texas McCombs Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) virtual info session on Tuesday, October 31 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT!
Our one-year traditional MPA is open to both UT and non-UT students who will have earned a bachelor’s degree (in any academic discipline) before starting the MPA program. At the MPA info session, you will meet Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, the Senior Admissions and Recruiting Officer for the MPA program. She will detail the curriculum you will learn in the program, career outcomes and opportunities, how to apply, and answer any questions you have.
Master in Professional Accounting Info Session
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Virtual – Zoom
Are you ready to take the next step in your professional accounting career? The Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) program at Texas McCombs has world-renowned faculty that teach a wide variety of accounting courses and infuse the curriculum with cutting-edge ideas. Join us on Thursday, October 26, 2023, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. CT for our virtual Faculty Panel!
Meet the Experts: Connect with esteemed professors who bring a wealth of real-world knowledge to the classroom.
Curriculum Insights: Wondering what you’ll learn during your time at Texas McCombs? The faculty will provide an inside look at the MPA program’s curriculum, sharing details about the courses they teach and their relevance to the ever-evolving field of professional accounting.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from our Texas McCombs MPA faculty. Register today and take the first step towards a brighter future in professional accounting. We look forward to seeing you there!
Event Details:
Donna Johnston-Blair received her Honours B.A. and M.B.A. from The University of Toronto. She worked for Arthur Andersen & Co, Deloitte Haskins & Sells and Storage Technology, Inc. She has taught at U of Houston, SMU and Santa Clara University. She currently works for a private wealth management firm in Palo Alto.
John McInnis received his PhD from the University of Iowa and his BBA and MPA from the University of Texas. He teaches financial accounting in the MPA program. Professor McInnis has published articles in top scholarly journals including The Accounting Review, Journal of Finance, Management Science, and Journal of Accounting & Economics.
Lisa Koonce, Deloitte and Touche Endowed Chair in Accounting, received her Ph.D. from the University of Illinois. Her research and teaching interests include the judgment and decision making implications of financial reporting.
Join our upcoming virtual information session to learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program! You’ll hear about the MPA admissions process and how to make your application stand out, details about the MPA curriculum, employment recruiting and career outcomes, and life in Austin.
We look forward to meeting you soon!
Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, MPA Senior Recruiting and Admissions Officer.
Are you interested in earning your master’s degree in accounting? Join us at the Texas McCombs Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) virtual info session on August 9 at 5:00 p.m. CT!
At the MPA info session, you will meet Jasmin Blas-Mendieta, the Senior Admissions and Recruiting Officer for the MPA program. She will detail the curriculum you will learn in the program, career outcomes and opportunities, how to apply, and answer any questions you have.
Register for the info session and learn how you can earn your master’s degree in accounting from The University of Texas at Austin!
Master in Professional Accounting Info Session
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Virtual – Zoom
Are you considering a career in accounting and looking to learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program at Texas McCombs? Join us at our upcoming webinar on July 26, 2023 where current MPA students will discuss why they chose to study accounting, as well as detail their experiences in the program, including their favorites classes, recruiting and networking opportunities, and life at McCombs. Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask the panelists questions!
Event Details:
Wednesday, July 26
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Virtual – Zoom
Joseph Hsu | MPA ’23
Current Student
Joseph is a current student in the traditional Master in Professional Accounting (tMPA) program. Hailing from Taiwan, Joseph completed his undergraduate studies at National Tsing Hua University, where he pursued a dual major in Economics and Industrial Engineering. His career interests are Audit/Assurance Services. Joseph enjoys working with his peers and learning from Texas McComb’s world-class faculty. He believes that accounting is the decision-making tool for all organizations.
Allie Rossmiller | MPA ’24
Current Student
Allie is an incoming graduate student on the Financial Reporting and Assurance track in the integrated Master in Professional Accounting (iMPA) program. Allie has completed two audit internships at Deloitte and J.P. Morgan, and is returning to Deloitte in 2024 as an Audit Associate in Washington D.C. On campus, Allie is involved in Longhorn Run and Texas 4000, works for McCombs advising offices as a Peer Advisor, and represents the accounting department on the Graduate Student Assembly.
Demetrius Garza | MPA ’25
Current Student
Demetrius is an incoming fourth-year student on the Financial Reporting and Assurance track in the integrated Master in Professional Accounting (iMPA) program. Demetrius has completed an internship at EY and is currently interning at GlobalFoundries as a Corporate Accounting Intern under their Technical Accounting group. His interests include financial accounting, current accounting topics revolving around ESG/Crypto reporting, and learning about accounting scandals.
Want to learn more about the Master in Professional Accounting program from students and alumni who have experienced it first-hand? Join our virtual panel on Thursday, April 20 from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT! Current MPA students and alumni will discuss why they chose to study accounting and provide details about their experiences in the program, including their favorites classes, recruiting and employment opportunities, and life at Texas McCombs. Plus, you’ll have the chance to ask the panelists questions!
Event Details:
Thursday, April 20
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. CT
Virtual – Zoom
Paul Nabhan | MPA ’12
Associate, Arnold & Porter Kaye Scholer LLP
Paul earned his master’s in accounting through the integrated Master in Professional Accounting (iMPA) program at Texas McCombs. Paul is an attorney and CPA based in New York City. His primary practice involves representing financial institutions, corporate borrowers, and private equity sponsors in complex structured and leveraged finance transactions.
Letitia Wu | MPA ’23
Current Student
Letitia is currently in the traditional Master in Professional Accounting (tMPA) program. She earned her bachelor’s degree in both accounting and operations & information management from Georgetown University. Letitia is pursuing the generalist track within the MPA program and is also a MPA ambassador. She is open to connecting with prospective students as they consider attending McCombs!
Alec Weissman | MPA ’19
Business Analyst, McKinsey & Company
Alec earned his master’s in accounting through the integrated Master in Professional Accounting (iMPA) program at Texas McCombs. He lives in Dallas, Texas and has experience in both public accounting and management consulting. Alec’s strengths include developing 3-5 year strategies, leading high-performing teams, standing up transformation offices, and driving effective implementation of cross-functional projects.
Austin Hayes | MPA ’23
Current Student
Austin is a Texas native and is currently finishing his degree in the integrated Master in Professional Accounting (iMPA) program. While in the program, he pursued the taxation track and completed an internship with Deloitte. Austin is now looking forward to rejoining Deloitte after graduation!
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