Philadelphia University's School of Business Administration-Accounting

accounting

Accountants are skilled professionals who develop and examine the financial reporting and control systems used by business organizations, agencies and individuals to keep track of money, goods and services. A Bachelor of Science in accounting can lead to careers in public, private or government accounting as well as banking, finance and other management specialties.

Industry sources agree that the future of the accounting professions is bright. Technology has placed more sophisticated tools in the hands of accountants. Government regulations, the dynamics of the economy, public demands for improved government performance and global business competition all increase the need for liberally educated accountants.

A sequence of business and general education courses prepares accounting graduate for all facets of the business world. You may also choose electives in specialties within the profession, such as tax accounting.

Many students obtain C.P.A. (Certified Public Accountant) accreditation after graduation.

This program is available in the day and in the evening. Five-year dual degree programs (B.S./M.B.A. or B.S./M.S. Taxation) may also be pursued by the accounting major. Check sheets are used to summarize progress in the program.

Why Study Accounting?

Learn the language of business, basic knowledge of accounting is relevant to
Become a CPA.
Stepping stone to become a Certified Financial Planner.
Become an integral part of a business management team and leader in organizational decision making process.
Understand financial statements of a company.
Become a professional after five years of college.
Obtain a high paying, prestigious job upon graduation.
Use accounting as a stepping stone for key positions in management, administration, government, or education.
Have an excellent background for the study of law.
Become familiar with the tax structure of the Internal Revenue Service.
Give yourself the opportunity to become part of a nationally and globally well-respected and well-organized profession, with unlimited opportunity for growth.
Use the latest technologies in your own and in your clients' business practices.
Public accounting is a recession-proof occupation.
Provides tools needed to become a tax specialist, research analyst, estate planner, and general business consultant.
Sharpens written and verbal communication skills.

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