Accounting is often called the language of business. Accountants generate information about an organization's resources, the sources of those resources, and how effectively the resources have been used. The accountant prepares and interprets this information and, thus, is an important member of the leadership team of any organization.  Accounting majors receive strong preparation for careers in private businesses, government organizations, and public accounting firms. 

Mission

The mission of the accounting major is to enable learners to achieve career success through superior, professional education that emphasizes ethical accounting practices and which prepares learners for accounting careers in private business, government organizations, and public accounting.

Program Goals

The goals of the accounting program include equpping learners with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to be effective in the accounting field.  The accounting program provides experiences necessary to develop strong critical thinking skills, and it enables students to identify, analyze, and resolve ethical dilemmas.

Accounting Career Opportunities 

The accounting profession offers outstanding career opportunities for those who have the necessary accounting skills, communication abilities, and personal attributes. Accounting offers exciting opportunities to participate in the growth and development of businesses and other organizations. The accounting profession has grown rapidly in recent years as more and more organizations have realized the value of a well-prepared accountant. Starting salaries for accountants are among the highest for all college graduates. For those who are highly motivated and who are effective in interacting with other professionals, the opportunities for rapid advancement are great.

Accounting graduates find employment in such areas of specialization as auditing, tax planning and return preparation, financial accounting, cost accounting, budgeting, management advisory services, internal auditing, and teaching. Many of our graduates become members or leaders of the financial management team of their organization. Initially, accounting graduates are employed as accountants in accounting firms, manufacturing and service companies, state and federal government agencies, and banks.  Click here for more information about what you can do with an accounting degee from the Dahl School of Business.

Program Requirements

General Education Courses -  45 credits -  Click here for full description

Professional Core Courses - 33 Credits:  The business professional core provides a broad foundation in business principles and practices that build upon the solid base provided by the general education curriculum. All learners seeking the Bachelor of Business Administration degree must successfully complete the following business courses:

Professional Core Support Courses - 6 Credits:  All business majors must sucessfully compelte the following two courses: