Graduate Accounting

Good Evening! 

Open kimono: I doubt I want to move into investment banking. I could see wealth management/tax advisory at the closest. I am just looking for a good route to either corporate finance (FP&A, Tax, etc) or maybe advisory at a mid-market. I already have a solid accounting career going, but I am just looking to move to the next level within the field since I have spent a large portion of my career in operations after my MBA

Also--costs are not an issue here. I have funding through veterans benefits that cover all costs. 

IF you were considering a Master in Accounting, what would you recommend between the three online programs based on reputation in industry, network, etc: 

  1. Illinois Gies (#3 graduate accounting school)
  2. UNC KFBS
  3. W&M Mason

I have been admitted to all three and I can see the pros/cons to each program. SO, I thought I would step outside of the normal zone and see what others who are in industry around finance, consultancy, etc may have to say about the three programs. 

Thanks in advance!

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