Accounting is the information backbone of an organization. The events of the last several years exemplify the importance for all managers to have a thorough understanding of accounting practices. The Professional Accounting specialization is designed to provide students with an understanding of core accounting practices and procedures used to develop internal and external reporting for an organization.Cardean University MBA students completing this specification have the educational foundation for careers in accounting including controller, manager of internal audit, audit manager, tax manager, or cost accounting manager.Students interested in becoming Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) should check the educational requirements in their states. In most cases, a student will combine a 120 credit undergraduate degree (often with a major in accounting) with a graduate degree program.