What careers can you have with an Accounting Major?

Accounting is the "language of business." Financial statements drive all major decision-making in an organization. Students in this major not only learn the language of business but are trained in data analytics in preparation for the technology-driven world of professional services. A strong and diverse accounting curriculum encourages success on the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Exam.

Accounting Career Paths

Public Accounting
  • Assurance Services
  • Business Valuation
  • External Auditing
  • Personal Financial Planning
  • Tax Consulting
  • Environmental Accounting
  • Forensic & Investigative Accounting
  • International Accounting
  • Financial Accounting
  • Management Consulting
  • Litigation & Risk Management Consulting
Education
  • Teaching
  • Research
  • Consulting
Corporate Accounting
  • Financial Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Internal Auditing
  • Cost Accounting
  • Tax Planning
  • Transaction Services
  • Budget Analysis
  • Information Technology
Non-Profit 
  • Accounting
  • Internal Auditing
  • Financial Planning
  • Budgeting
  • Record Keeping