<p>I am studying accounting at a non-target, and I have the opportunity to graduate after 5 years with a Masters in Accounting along with my bachelors. At the end of this 5-year program, it is also likely that I would soon become a CPA candidate (the program would allow me to sit for it). Since this is a combined-degree program, it is really not that expensive, so that is not an issue. At first, I jumped at the opportunity, but now I am thinking the degree could be a bad signal for finance jobs or better yet, b-school admissions. At the end of the program, I know the job opportunities would be pretty nice, so I would get good work experience (likely in the accounting field, not financial).</p>
<p>To me it seems silly to actually say no to such an opportunity, but sometimes I feel that certain situations are precarious. The only aspect of the program making me consider it is that it is a cheap, combined-degree program with good recruiting. I really want to take advantage of it without hindering my future goal of a top MBA due to the admissions officers viewing applying for an MBA as redundant. I was wondering what you people in the community think?</p>
<p>There is also a similar program that offers a MFin. I am assuming this, too, may ruin my chances?</p>
<p>Thank you.</p>