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Department of Accounting and Finance

Master the Language of Business

From CPAs in the region’s top accounting firms to CFOs and financial executives across the country, programs in the Department of Accounting and Finance can lead students to many rewarding career paths.

The department offers Accounting and Finance undergraduate majors with the added opportunity to double major in either program with no additional coursework. You may also pursue our Five-year Bachelor/Master of Science in Accounting and Finance program, which provides the 150 credit hours of education required by most states to be a CPA.

The Master of Science in Accounting and Finance program is widely recognized by Big Four accounting firms, major corporations, government agencies, and local accounting groups as a providing outstanding preparation for becoming a CPA. Working professionals appreciate the ability to earn their degree completely online.

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WNE Basketball Players Team Up with 413 Elite Foundation to Support Springfield Youth 

WNE basketball players joined forces with the Springfield-based 413 Elite Foundation to inspire local youth through the sport of basketball. 

University News, Business
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WNE Celebrates Innovation at 10th Annual Product Innovations Showcase

WNE hosted its 10th Annual Product Innovations Showcase at Rivers Memorial Hall. The event highlighted the ingenuity of students from the University's Product Development and Innovation (PDI) course.

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College of Business Showcases Big E Attendance Insights Through Student-Led Research

Faculty and students from the College of Business presented an impactful analysis of Big E attendance trends to BigE Administration as part of a semester-long project conducted by Business Analytics students in collaboration with the College’s newly launched Business Data Center.

University News, Business, Faculty