Stand up and be counted!


Accounting is a universal business discipline, essential to all organizations by providing relevant information for decision making and facilitating the success of a strong bottom line. A degree in accounting opens the door to career opportunities in all areas of business, government and not-for-profits both locally and internationally. 


 

 Internships: Endless Opportunities

 

 

Program Highlights

  • Faculty members are active professionals within the accounting field
  • Course options include evening and online courses
  • Internships are encouraged in order to gain practical experience and professional networking
  • Each student is assigned a faculty adviser to help plan his or her curriculum, provide academic counseling and assist in career preparation.
  • ​Learn SAP practices and applications 
  • ​Six Sigma Green Belt certification


Options and Advantages


UF offers a bachelor of science degree

  • Fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
  • In candidacy for accreditation the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP)
 

Five-year CPA track (Certified Public Accountant)​

  • Earn a bachelor's degree in accounting and a master's degree in business administration in five years
  • During the MBA you can take up to two CPA review classes and potentially pass half of the CPA exam
  • Through internships, students have opportunities to log experience toward the 2,000-hour requirement to earn a CPA
  • Students accepted into the CPA track program will have a CPA as a professional mentor
  • Earn approximately $135,000 annually with a CPA certification


Four-year CMA track (Certified Management Accountant)​

  • Combine a bachelor’s degree in business with a CMA designation
  • Earn approximately $27,000 more annually with a CMA
 

Mentoring and shadowing provide real-world knowledge and networking opportunities.

  • Freshmen and sophomores are matched with juniors and seniors
  • Juniors and seniors will have a professional mentor

What do you do with an accounting degree?

  • Auditor
  • Business analyst
  • Strategic planner
  • Financial advisor
  • Cost accountant
  • Budget analyst
  • Business development manager
  • Certified public accountant
  • Accounting manager
  • Chief financial officer
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