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Online Accounting Degree Programs

Finance and accounting online degree and certificate programs with specializations in financial planning, financial management, professional accounting and more.

AccountantProfessionals 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. (cont.)

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).

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University of Phoenix

  • Graduate Accounting (Certificate)
    The Graduate Accounting Certificate Program has been designed to develop or enhance the accounting and financial management skills necessary to function effe... Read More
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  • Accounting (Associate's)
    The Associate of Arts in Accounting degree program helps students develop a foundation of knowledge related to accounting in terms of business strategy, fina... Read More
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  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    The Bachelor of Science in Business degree program with a concentration in Accounting promotes identification with and orientation to the accounting professi... Read More
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  • Accountancy (Master's)
    The Master of Science in Accountancy program helps students master the theory and principles that frame a wide range of problems and issues encountered in th... Read More
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  • Accounting (MBA)
    The Master of Business Administration program helps students develop managerial skills needed in a rapidly changing business environment. Focusing on these s... Read More
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Kaplan University Online

  • Accounting-Forensic Accountancy (Bachelor's)
    Topics include how to detect, recognize, and prevent specific types of fraud committed against organizations and individuals. Combine your accounting and fin... Read More
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  • 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 mark... Read More
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  • Adv. Start in Accounting (Bachelor's)
    If you have your associate’s or bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university, Kaplan University’s online advanced start... Read More
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  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    If you are interested in advancing your business career or exploring new job opportunities in a variety of fields, including banking, financial services, pur... Read More
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  • Business/Government-Nonprofit Accountancy (Bachelor's)
    Study the accounting principles and financial reporting techniques for state and local governments, as well as the regulations involved in the Yellow Book. E... Read More
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  • Business/Managerial Accountancy (Bachelor's)
    Management accountants (also called cost, managerial, industrial, corporate, or private accountants) record and analyze financial information.† This process ... Read More
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  • Business/Public-General Accountancy (Bachelor's)
    Review how to handle auditing, tax, and consulting for corporations, governments, nonprofit organizations, or individuals. Emphasis area topics include compa... Read More
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  • Business/Tax Accountancy (Bachelor's)
    Study auditing, tax laws, and consulting for corporations, governments, nonprofit organizations, and individuals. Emphasis area topics include comparisons wi... Read More
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  • Accounting (Master's)
    This graduate-level degree is designed to prepare students with the necessary critical thinking and problem-solving skills to pursue mid- to senior-level pos... Read More
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American InterContinental University Online

  • Accounting & Finance (Bachelor's)
    AIU Online developed the online Bachelor's of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Accounting and Finance completion program to help prepar... Read More
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  • Accounting & Finance (MBA)
    If you are seeking an MBA with a concentration in Accounting and Finance degree online, AIU Online can help you with your education needs. For those looking... Read More
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Walden University Online

  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    In today's increasingly complex and diverse business world, accounting professionals need a broad knowledge of accounting combined with technical and functio... Read More
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  • Accounting (Ph.D.)
    The Accounting specialization is designed to help accountants and auditors broaden their knowledge and business skills in various areas, including auditing, ... Read More
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Argosy University Online

Westwood College

Colorado Technical University Online

  • Accounting (Associate's)
    OverviewProfessional education in accounting can help students develop the capabilities needed to assume positions of leadership and responsibility in accoun... Read More
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  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    The Colorado Tech Online Bachelor of Science in Accounting is designed to teach students to develop critical problem-solving skills in accounting and managem... Read More
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  • Accounting (MBA)
    Changing financial laws and regulations, coupled with an increased scrutiny of corporate finances, are expected to generate growth in the job market for acco... Read More
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McKinley College

  • Accounting (Associate)
    Practically every industry needs accounting and management professionals. Learn the knowledge necessary for beginning careers such as junior accountant, book... Read More
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Northeastern University

  • Master of Science in Accounting (MSA)
    Northeastern University is pleased to offer its prestigious Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) degree program in a convenient online format. The online MS... Read More
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  • Master of Science in Taxation (MST)
    Northeastern University is pleased to offer its prestigious Master of Science in Taxation (MST) degree program in a convenient online format. The MST student... Read More
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Keiser University Graduate School

Keller Graduate School of Management

  • Accounting (Graduate Certificate)
    For students who wish to specialize in accounting without completing the entire MAFM degree program, a Graduate Certificate in Accounting option is available... Read More
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  • Accounting and Financial Management (Master's)
    The Master of Accounting and Financial Management (MAFM) program offered by DeVry equips students with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to funct... Read More
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Western International University

  • Accountancy (Certificate)
    Perhaps your bachelor degree was in a different field, but you’re skilled with numbers. You’d like to learn about recent accounting trends or financial state... Read More
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  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    If you’re intrigued by accounting principles and topics like financial statements, foreign exchange rates, and capital structure, this degree program is an e... Read More
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  • Business with an Accounting Minor (Bachelor's)
    Use your skill and passion for taxation issues and accounting practices and procedures to pursue a rewarding and challenging career in public, private, or go... Read More
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Virginia College

  • Accounting Specialist (Associate's)
    The Accounting Specialist Program is designed to meet the needs of those students who work in the accounting field or who are presently employed and want to ... Read More
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  • Private Sector Accounting (Bachelor's)
    The Private Sector Accounting bachelor degree program is designed for those students who are looking for a career in the in-demand field of accounting. As a ... Read More
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Strayer University

  • 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 ... Read More
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  • Accounting (Graduate Cert.)
    The Executive Graduate Certificate in Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increased ... Read More
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  • Accounting: Accounting Info Systems (Graduate Cert.)
    The Executive Graduate Certificate in Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increase... Read More
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  • Accounting: Controllership (Graduate Cert.)
    The Executive Graduate Certificate in Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increased ... Read More
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  • Accounting: Taxation (Graduate Cert.)
    The Executive Graduate Certificate in Accounting program was designed for mid- and senior-level managers and individuals seeking career changes or increased ... Read More
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  • 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 impo... Read More
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  • 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 impo... Read More
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  • 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... Read More
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  • 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 fo... Read More
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  • 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 pr... Read More
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  • Banking (Bachelor's)
    The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) prepares graduates for a wide range of managerial positions in business, government, and non-profit organizatio... Read More
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  • 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... Read More
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  • Finance (Bachelor's)
    The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) prepares graduates for a wide range of managerial positions in business, government, and non-profit organizatio... Read More
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  • Accounting Info Systems (Master's)
    The primary objective of the Master of Science in Accounting (MSAC) is to provide specialized, graduate level education to persons seeking positions as profe... Read More
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  • Public Accounting (Master's)
    The primary objective of the Master of Science in Accounting (MSAC) is to provide specialized, graduate level education to persons seeking positions as profe... Read More
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  • 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 positio... Read More
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  • Accounting: Controllership (Master's)
    The primary objective of the Master of Science in Accounting (MSAC) is to provide specialized, graduate level education to persons seeking positions as profe... Read More
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  • Accounting: Taxation (Master's)
    The primary objective of the Master of Science in Accounting (MSAC) is to provide specialized, graduate level education to persons seeking positions as profe... Read More
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  • Accounting (MBA)
    The MBA program offers a broad set of business management tools while also allowing students a choice of concentration in order to tailor their degrees to fi... Read More
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  • Finance (MBA)
    The MBA program offers a broad set of business management tools while also allowing students a choice of concentration in order to tailor their degrees to fi... Read More
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Benedictine University Online

  • Accelerated MBA - Accounting
    With Benedictine University’s Accelerated MBA degree program, you can earn an advanced degree and upgrade your income potential in as little as one year. You... Read More
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  • Accounting MBA
    Benedictine University offers an Accounting concentration as an option in our distinguished online MBA program. An understanding of accounting combined with ... Read More
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New England College

  • Master of Science in Accounting
    New England College’s Master of Science in Accounting (MSA) program has been designed for seasoned accountants and those aspiring to enter the field. The MSA... Read More
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Jones International University

  • MBA in Accounting
    Success, by the numbers. Are you working in accounting but want to take your career to the next level? This degree program will provide you with all the skil... Read More
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  • MBA in Forensic Accounting
    The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines forensic as "belonging to, used in, or suitable to courts of judicature or to public discussion and debate." The Foren... Read More
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Post University Online

  • Accounting (Associate's)
    Post University's Associate of Science in Accounting Degree is designed to give you strong basis to continue your business studies and an opportunity to ente... Read More
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  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    The Bachelor of Science in Accounting Degree program provides instruction in the latest accepted accounting principles and practices with a curriculum that e... Read More
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  • Accounting CPA Exam Preparation (Certificate)
    Post University's Accelerated Accounting Certificate provides individuals who currently hold a baccalaureate degree in a non-accounting or non-business disci... Read More
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University of Illinois Chicago

Capella University

  • Accounting (Doctoral)
    Advance your knowledge of accounting research, practice, and education and strengthen the critical thinking skills you need to address contemporary challenge... Read More
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Argosy University - Campus Programs

  • MBA in Fraud Examination
    Argosy University's Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program is focused on identifying solutions, putting the solutions to work, and evaluating the co... Read More
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  • Accounting (DBA)
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  • Accounting (Doctoral)
    In the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) Program, industry and academic professionals build upon master's-level core skills and knowledge to develop a ... Read More
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Stetson University

  • Master of Accountancy
    Stetson University’s Master of Accountancy (MAcc) online program is the most unique program currently available to accountants wishing to become CPA certifie... Read More
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CTU Institute for Advanced Studies

  • Accounting (MBA)
    Changing financial laws and regulations, coupled with an increased scrutiny of corporate finances, are expected to generate growth in the job market for acco... Read More
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Bryant & Stratton College

  • Accounting (Associate's)
    The Accounting program at Bryant & Stratton College provides the technical and critical skills needed to excel in the field of accounting.  Follow... Read More
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Concordia University - Portland

DeVry University

  • Accounting (Associate's)
    Rapid advances in technology, including point-of-sale terminals, automated teller machines, optical scanners and use of local area data transfer networks, ha... Read More
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  • Business Administration - Accounting (Bachelor's)
    Why Business Administration with a major/concentration in Accounting? Open the door to some of the most dynamic and growing areas of the business world. An ... Read More
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  • Business Administration - Finance (Bachelor's)
    A specialized field where employment is expected to grow steadily through 2012, finance is one of the most dynamic and expansive areas of the business world.... Read More
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Ashford University

  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Accounting degree and develop the necessary analytical, conceptual, and technical knowledge and proficiency in accounting. Buil... Read More
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  • Business Administration - Accounting (Bachelor's)
    Earn your Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration (BABA) degree and increase your project management, critical thinking and leadership skills. Understand... Read More
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  • Org Mgmt - Accounting (Bachelor's)
    One of the best things about Ashford University's Organizational Management program is the ability to customize your degree to fit your professional and educ... Read More
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South University

  • Accounting (Associate's)
    The Associate of Science in Accounting degree program is designed to provide students with the appropriate background, knowledge, and skills they need to ent... Read More
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  • Business Administration - Accounting (Bachelor's)
    The accounting area of emphasis provides students with the appropriate background, knowledge and skills needed for entry into the field of accounting and boo... Read More
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  • Business Administration - Finance (Bachelor's)
    Designed specifically for working adults, South University's online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program prepares you to build upon your pr... Read More
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  • Business Administration - Accounting (MBA)
    The accounting area of concentration prepares students for a leadership role in the Accounting industry. The foundation provides a firm grounding in economic... Read More
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  • Business Administration - Finance (MBA)
    South University's online MBA program is designed specifically for working professionals who want to advance their management and leadership skills while mai... Read More
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LA College Online

Everest University Online

  • Accounting (Associate's)
    Job openings in the accounting field are predicted to significantly increase over the next few years. Now is the time to position yourself for this trend by ... Read More
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  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    Job openings in the accounting field are predicted to significantly increase over the next few years. Now is the time to position yourself for this trend by ... Read More
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Saint Leo University

Grand Canyon University

  • Accounting (Bachelor's)
    The Bachelor of Science in Accounting is designed to prepare students for professional practice in corporate accounting, corporate finance, or public account... Read More
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  • Accounting (MBA)
    The Master of Business Administration with an Emphasis in Accounting combines the broad-based, general management curriculum of the MBA program with speciali... Read More
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Stevens-Henager College Online

US Career Institute

  • Accounting (Associate)
    Practically every industry needs accounting and management professionals. Learn the knowledge necessary for beginning careers such as junior accountant, book... Read More
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UMUC

Quinnipiac University

University of Maryland University College / UMUC Online

Upper Iowa University

Stratford University

University of California, Irvine

  • 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 c... Read More
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  • 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 me... Read More
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  • 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 f... Read More
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  • Decision Modeling for Asset Allocation: The Markowitz Model course
    This course covers the Markowitz Efficient Portfolio, economist Harry Markowitz's asset allocation theory. Students will learn about expected values, measuri... Read More
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  • Spa Industry Finance course
    The Spa Industry Finance course provides the student with a comprehensive application of financial management for the spa industry. Topics include: feasibili... Read More
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  • International Accounting Standards course
    Through the International Accounting Standards course, students will be able to understand, and most importantly apply, IFRS in their respective organization... Read More
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  • Introduction to Investor Relations course
    Investor relations professionals are the pivotal link between their organization and the outside world. They are a key corporate resource - disseminating inf... Read More
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  • Pre-MBA Accounting course
    Develop the basic tools and aptitudes you need to successfully complete your quantitative business coursework in the interactive Pre-MBA Accounting course. ... Read More
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  • Financial Aspects of Business Contracts course
    Making sure that your contracts are financially sound and managing the financial aspects of your business contracts effectively are crucial to successful con... Read More
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  • Intermediate Corporate Finance course
    Will round out the student's comprehensive overview of corporate finance topics, examines the concepts, techniques and tools used by financial managers in th... Read More
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  • Fixed Income Analysis Primer course
    This course introduces students to the concepts, methods and tools used by financial managers and financial analyst to develop a framework for fixed income a... Read More
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  • Portfolio Management Primer course
    A broad perspective on modern portfolio management with specific attention to the investment management process and investment policy statements; managing in... Read More
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  • The Capital Markets course
    This course examines the menu of securities available in today's market and the attributes of the various types of securities. It will also examine the purp... Read More
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  • The Practice of Investor Relations course
    Topics include structuring an IR program, shareholder relations, the two-dimensional role of the IR function, the position of the IR professional in the mana... Read More
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  • Regulations 101 (online portion) course
    An add-on to the Regulations 101 on-site seminar offered through National Investor Relations Institute. Become your company's in-house expert on regulations... Read More
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UMassOnline

Penn Foster College

  • Associate Degree in Accounting
    Get started toward a challenging career in Accounting — such as Staff Accountant, Assistant to the Controller, Buyer, Purchasing Agent — to name a few. Start... Read More
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  • Associate Degree in Finance
    Get started toward a challenging career in Finance. Start toward a money-making career in Finance today. With the right credentials, you can: work at a finan... Read More
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