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Accounting

Accounting

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Accounting is an 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. 

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.

Options and Advantages

UF offers a bachelor of science degree.

  • Fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
  • In candidacy for accreditation the 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 certification.
  • Earn approximately $27,000 more annually with a CMA.
  • SAP
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.
Careers in Accounting



What do you do with an accounting degree?

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