Accounting

  • Major
  • Minor

Learning a diverse set of business-related skills helps you stand out in the world of accounting. That’s why our program gives you the flexibility to tailor your education with a wide range of classes that meet your particular needs, interests, and career aspirations.

Employement Options
  • Government: Careers in colleges, universities, FBI, IRS, as well as SEC.
  • Forensic Accounting: Investigate into theft and fraud using accounting skills.
  • Private Accounting: Careers in cost accounting, taxation, budgeting, and accounting information systems.
  • Public Accounting: Careers consulting in auditing, taxations, and management while serving the general public.

Course Requirements

All required courses are listed in the academic catalog. To view specific course requirements:

  1. Visit the academic catalog here
  2. Select your program of study from the list
  3. Click “Requirements”

Why UJ?

  • Small class sizes with a focus on teaching excellence and student learning
  • Professional work experience integrated into classroom discussion and learning
99%

Placement Rate

$10.5M

in Financial Assistance

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Liberal Arts Tradition

We provide you with a foundation in the liberal arts to enhance a strong accounting background.

GAIN REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCE – ALL BEFORE YOU GRADUATE.

Community Alliance for Management Consulting (CAMC)

Juniors and seniors, who work in supervised student teams, provide consulting services to business firms and other organizations.

Internships

Obtain work experience and make informed career choices through supervised internships of a semester or longer.

Accounting Faculty

Accounting Faculty
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