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What Can I Do with a Major in ... Accounting?

 

Accounting
 

Description of Major

This major educates students about the bookkeeping methods involved in making a financial record of business transactions and in the preparation of statements concerning the assets, liabilities, and operating results of a business. The College of Business has focus concentrations instead of majors that are paired with one of eight integral areas.           
 

For more information on studying Accounting:  click here 
 

Employment Opportunities 

Places of employment include Public accounting firms, government agencies, banks and other financial institutions, as well as many other possible employers. A variety of jobs are available for accounting graduates, including:
 

Accounting, Public Practice

Actuary

Administrator

Audit Manager

Bank Examiner

Bookkeeping / Audit Agent

Budget Analyst

Claims Examiner / Investigator

Cost Department Supervisor

Cost Examiner

Contract Administrator

EDP Auditor

External Auditor

Financial Aid Director

Financial Analyst

Financial Examiner

Financial Investment Analyst

Fund Raiser

Government Accountant

Industrial / Institutional Buyer

Insurance Agent / Broker

Internal Auditor

International Trade Specialist

Inventory Control Specialist

IRM Consultant

IRS Investigator

Licensed Professional (CPA)

Loan Counselor (Officer)

Management

Payroll Manager

Private Accountant

Property Accountant

Public Accountant

Purchasing Agent

Revenue Agent

Sales Manager

Securities Broker

Systems Accountant

Systems Analyst

Tax Accountant

Tax Compliance Specialist

Tax Supervisor / Auditor

Treasury Management Specialist

Underwriter

 

Some positions listed may require education or training beyond an undergraduate degree.

Additional Links

       American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

       American Accounting Association

       Association for Accounting Administration

      UC College of Business

 

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