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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 providing outstanding preparation for becoming a CPA. Working professionals appreciate the ability to earn their degree completely online.

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