Accounting - Career Specialty
Overview
The Accounting - Career Specialty sequence allows accounting majors to design an individualized plan of study that meets their career goals. In addition to the required accounting courses, students complete 12 hours in a specialized area with advice and approval of the accounting academic advisor and the department chair.
Point of Pride
The Department of Accounting at Illinois State University touts one of the highest CPA pass rates in the State of Illinois amoung public universities. The Department is endorsed by the Institute of Management Accountants for the Certified Management Accounting (CMA) designation.
Why study Accounting - Career Specialty?
Accountants provide the information necessary to determine and evaluate the long term and short term financial stability of companies, organization or individuals. Accountants track expenses, provide detailed insight about the expenses and future paths, as well as prepare, analyze and verify financial documents. They look for ways to be more financially efficient, keep public records and make sure taxes are paid properly.
Accounting is a versatile degree. Students who graduate with a major in accounting may find jobs in many areas of business including: sales, production management, client management, product development, procurement, general management, banking and financial planning.
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