Accounting (B.A./B.S.)
A strong foundation leading to countless opportunities.
The major in accounting provides students with advanced training in accounting, including managerial, financial, cost and income tax accounting. With a major in accounting, graduates will find careers in a variety of fields. While some accounting graduates are working as Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), some are in related fields such as auditors, financial analysts, business analysts, credit analysts, investment analysts, financial planners, bankers, loan officers, corporate finance support positions, corporate audit functions, tax examiners, tax managers, insurance underwriters and entrepreneurs.
Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy working with numbers.
- Are a good problem solver and analytical thinker.
- Have strong leadership, detail, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Want a variety of career options.
- Want to use accounting information in making business decisions
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
- Certified public accountant
- Auditor
- Tax accountant
- Corporate accountant
- Financial or business analyst
- Business manager
- Corporate controller
- Financial planner
- Banker or loan officer
- Insurance underwriter
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
- Accounting Intern
- Loss mitigation intern
- Credit analysis intern
- Trust operations intern
- Financial institution examiner
- ATM funding intern
Clubs & Organizations
We offer the following extracurricular clubs to participate in:
- Finance, Insurance and Real Estate Club (FIRE)
- Investment Club
- Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO)
- Business Consulting Club
- Women in Business Club
