Choosing a Major

What can I do with my BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - ACCOUNTING degree?

Employers of Accounting Majors

Public Accounting Firms

Corporations

Federal & State Governmental Agencies

Banks and other Financial Institutions

Nonprofit Organizations

Health Care Industry

Related Occupations for Accounting Majors

Some of these occupations may require additional education at Graduate or Professional schools. For information on training and qualifications needed for the specific occupations you are considering consult the Occupational Outlook Handbook or other career guidance resources. The Counselors at the Career Planning Office, located on the first floor of the Strom Thurmond Student Center can help you locate other resources.

Actuary 

Commodities Trader 

Industrial Buyer

Assistant Controller 

Computer Programmer 

Internal Auditor

Auditor 

Consumer Credit Officer 

International Trade Specialist

Bank Examiner 

Controller 

Inventory Control Specialist

Benefits Administrator 

Cost Accountant 

IRS Investigator

Budget Analyst 

Credit & Collection Specialist 

Loan Administrator

Certified Public Accountant 

Loan Officer 

Stockbroker

Chief Cost Accountant 

Entrepreneur 

Management Consultant

Chief Financial Officer 

Environmental Accountant 

Managerial Accountant

• CIA Agent 
• Estate Planner 
• Payroll Manager
• Claims Adjuster 
• General Auditor 
• Personal Financial Planner
• Collection Agent 
• Governmental Accounting 
• Plant Accountant
• Commercial Banker 
• Industrial Accountant 
• Professor
• Systems Analyst 
• Public Accountant 
• Securities Broker
• Tax Lawyer 
• Tax Specialist 
• Treasurer
• Underwriter 
• Trust Accountant

Preparing for a Job in Accounting

• Obtain a bachelor's degree in accounting, or a bachelor's degree in another field with a master's degree in accounting.
• Take a variety of college courses in addition to accounting and business, such as economics, sciences, communication, behavioral science and quantitative methods.
• Develop good critical thinking, problem solving, analytical and research skills.
• Develop computer skills.
• Become familiar with specialized certification programs.
• Consider co-op program or internship.

RELATED MAJORS AT CSU

            Undergraduate:

• UNDERGRADUATE BS: Business Administration- Accounting Emphasis

Graduate:

• MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION –EMPHASIS IN ACCOUNTING

MAJOR COURSE GUIDES

THE MAJOR COURSE GUIDE FOR THE BS:BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION-ACCOUNTING  MAJOR AT CSU  IS AVAILABLE HERE