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Professionals with degrees in accounting and finance are in greater demand than ever, as companies of all sizes face greater oversight by government agencies, stockholders, lenders and suppliers. The competitive pressures and new opportunities in the global economy require expertise in traditional accounting and finance best practices, as well as the knowledge and foresight to help companies adapt to change and seize opportunities.
An accounting-focused curriculum typically includes topics such as budget management, tax law and auditing, and regulatory compliance requirement such as those imposed by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. Those who focus on finance will study topics such as budget planning, raising and managing capital, risk management, corporate finance and financial accounting.
Hiring by both accounting and financial firms as well as by company accounting and finance departments is forecast to expand through 2012, creating opportunities for those with accounting and finance degrees from the associate through the graduate levels. Current professionals can also find courses to prepare them for advanced certification, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
Select Accounting & Finance Degree Program:
- Financial Planning (Certificate)
Consider Kaplan University's online financial planning certificate program if you are interested in establishing a financial planning career dedicated to helping your clients achieve their financial goa... 
- Accounting (Associate's)
In today’s complex economy, high-quality accounting services are crucial for the success of every business. According to the federal government, the job market for accounting professionals is expected t...
- Accounting Management (Bachelor's)
If you are ready to advance your career in management, the web-based Bachelor of Science in Management program will help prepare you with the knowledge and skills you need to increase your income potent...
- Business/Accounting (Bachelor's)
If you are ready to advance your business career or explore new job opportunities in a variety of fields including banking, financial services, purchasing, and information technology, the online Bachelo...
- Business/Finance (Bachelor's)
If you are ready to advance your business career or explore new job opportunities in a variety of fields including banking, financial services, purchasing, and information technology, the online Bachelo...
- Finance (MBA)
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- Accounting (Bachelor's)
Designed to prepare you for entry-level accounting positions in profit, not-for-profit and governmental environments. This program establishes a foundation if you wish to continue your education and bec...
- Accounting (Associate's)
OverviewProfessional education in accounting can help students develop the capabilities needed to assume positions of leadership and responsibility in accounting-related fields. Accounting processes are...
- Accounting (MBA)
The curriculum is designed to provide an understanding of business fundamentals, the ability to utilize decision processes, a knowledge of accounting concepts, and the ability to work effectively in tod...
- Accounting and Finance(MBA)
Are you interested in developing the financial management and accounting expertise to be a successful leader? A Master’s in Business Administration with a specialization in Accounting & Finance will...
- Finance MBA
The Finance concentration at Benedictine University provides students with the knowledge and analytical skills necessary to succeed as a manager in a variety of settings within the steadily growing fiel...
- Accounting (Diploma)
The Diploma in Accounting program is designed primarily for students who have a bachelor's degree and want to sit for the CPA exam. The diploma program also will assist Federal government employees who ...
- Advanced Accounting (Undergrad Cert.)
The unique combination of academic learning and practical skills embodied in the Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting program creates an exciting and important educational option for students looking...
- Introductory Accounting (Undergrad Cert.)
The unique combination of academic learning and practical skills embodied in the Undergraduate Certificate in Accounting program creates an exciting and important educational option for students looking...
- Prof. Accounting: Accounting (Graduate Cert.)
- Prof. Accounting: Accounting Info Systems (Graduate Cert.)
The Executive Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increased job opportunities. The curricula...
- Prof. Accounting: Controllership (Graduate Cert.)
The Executive Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increased job opportunities. The curricula...
- Prof. Accounting: Taxation (Graduate Cert.)
The Executive Graduate Certificate in Professional Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increased job opportunities. The curricula...
- Accounting (Associate's)
The Associate of Arts in Accounting program prepares an accounting student to be a bookkeeper, an accounts receivable or payable clerk, and other entry-level positions in business. Graduates of the asso...
- Economics (Associate's)
The Associate of Arts in Economics program is designed to provide current and relevant knowledge of economic principles and policies. It prepares students for careers in financial institutions, the corp...
- Accounting (Bachelor's)
The principal objectives of the Bachelor of Science in Accounting program are to provide students with a broad, fundamental knowledge of the field, and to prepare students for employment in accounting c...
- Banking (Bachelor's)
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) prepares graduates for a wide range of managerial positions in business, government, and non-profit organizations. Business administration students acquire ...
- Economics (Bachelor's)
The primary objective of the Bachelor of Science in Economics program is to provide the student with a broad and fundamental knowledge of economic principles and policies. A major in economics is excell...
- Finance (Bachelor's)
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) prepares graduates for a wide range of managerial positions in business, government, and non-profit organizations. Business administration students acquire ...
- Accounting Info Systems (Master's)
The primary objective of the master's degree in Professional Accounting (MSAC) is to provide specialized, graduate-level education to persons seeking positions as professional accountants in industry, g...
- Controllership (Master's)
The primary objective of the Master of Science in Professional Accounting (MSAC) is to provide specialized, graduate level education to persons seeking positions as professional accountants in industry,...
- Taxation (Master's)
The primary objective of the Master of Science in Professional Accounting (MSAC) is to provide specialized, graduate level education to persons seeking positions as professional accountants in industry,...
- Finance (MBA)
The MBA program offers a broad-based education, with a choice of concentrations. The program features a curriculum that prepares adult students for the emerging knowledge economy while emphasizing the l...
- Business (Associate's)
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Iowa Central College offers courses leading to an Associate Degree, exploring the various fields within the world of business, how...
- Accounting (Associate)
The Accounting major places an emphasis on versatility. You learn skills that will enable you to pursue not only short-term, entry-level positions, but also long-term career paths, often beyond the fiel...
- Finance (MBA)
This program is designed to develop or enhance effective stewardship of the financial management of private businesses, non-profit organizations, and public agencies. The program concentrates on ways to...
- Personal Financial Planning Certificate
The Personal Financial Planning Certificate Program is registered with the Certified Financial Board of Standards, Inc. CFP Board is a certifying organization whose mission is to benefit the public by f...
- Project Cost Management course
Projects are identified, and selected largely on the basis of their financial attractiveness. In the Project Cost Management course students will apply the concept of the time value of money to predicte...
- Cash Flow Analysis for Investors and Financial Planners course
The value of all investments is the present value of all the cash flows, which will accrue to the investor, discounted at an acceptable rate. Learn how to measure and evaluate cash flows from a wide var...
- Survey of Personal Financial Planning course
Learn how to identify and quantify financial objectives, assess strengths and weaknesses, avoid costly mistakes and develop possible solutions to troubling financial issues. Gain a basic understanding o...
- Investments in Personal Financial Planning course
Gain an in-depth, working knowledge of the investments essential to a personal financial planner’s job, including security laws and regulations, time value of money, risk analysis, common stock valuatio...
- Retirement Planning/Employee Benefits course
Find out how to do a comprehensive retirement needs analysis. Learn how to use retirement benefits skillfully as part of a business benefit package or individual investment portfolio. Explore and compar...
- Personal Financial Planning Practicum course
This capstone course gives students the opportunity to apply the knowledge gained from course work to create a complete financial plan from the ground up. Beginning with client counseling and data gathe...
- Spa Industry Finance course
This course provides the student with a comprehensive application of financial management for the spa industry. Topics include: feasibility analysis of opening a spa, franchising logistics, incorporatio...
- Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Franklin University’s online accounting major provides the student with a foundation that is both current and relevant for success in today’s accounting profession. Upon completion of the major, you wil...
