Why Study Accounting?
Accounting is often described as the language of business and is central to organizational decision-making. Individuals with accounting fluency are essential in every organization, to various functions, and are in high demand around the globe.
TOP REASONS TO STUDY ACCOUNTING
If you enjoy working with numbers, analyzing data, solving problems and want to put your communication skills to use in client and management interactions, accounting may be the perfect fit for you. Consider these four key reasons to study accounting.
Endless Career Options
Earning Potential
Flexible Degree Options
Professional Credibility
Reason #1: Endless Career Options
Abundant Career Opportunities
Abundant Career Opportunities
An accounting degree provides a solid foundation for careers in many areas, from corporate and public accounting to tax consulting and investment banking, spanning across every industry and sector. Explore our alumni's career paths and progression!
Kelly Steckelberg, Zoom’s CFO
Carlos Whitaker, Blackstone Partner
Carlos Whitaker, Blackstone Partner
Hear about the importance of accounting in finance
Sue Gove, Excelsior Advisors President
Sue Gove, Excelsior Advisors President
Hear Sue's path to success in retail and beyond
Barry Goss, EY Partner
Kim Voss, American Campus Communities’ CFO
Kim Voss, American Campus Communities’ CFO
Hear the importance of accounting in business
REASON #2: EARNING POTENTIAL AND JOB SECURITY
Accounting knowledge is a skill that is in high demand. Such knowledge is essential in all organizations. An accounting degree provides job security, despite fluctuations in the economy, and skills that translate across industries and geographic regions. Your promotion and earning potential are limitless. Discover how your career in accounting can progress below.
1-to-4 years out
1-to-4 years out
Public Accounting Auditor
Tax Consultant
Internal Auditor
Investment Bank Analyst
Venture Capital Analyst
Private Equity Analyst
Industry Analyst
Tax Consultant
Internal Auditor
Investment Bank Analyst
Venture Capital Analyst
Private Equity Analyst
Industry Analyst
4-to-10 years out
4-to-10 years out
Manager at an Accounting Firm
Accounting role in an Organization
Finance role in an Organization
Investment Bank Managing Director
Equity Research Role
Private Equity Senior Associate
Private Equity VP
Finance Manager in a Bank
Product Manager
Development Analyst
10+ years out
10+ years out
Senior Manager at a Firm
Partner at a Firm
Controller
VP of Finance
CFO
Investment Bank VP
U.S. Treasury Financial Analyst
VP of Operations
Entity Co-Founder
PE Principal or Partner
Partner at a Firm
Controller
VP of Finance
CFO
Investment Bank VP
U.S. Treasury Financial Analyst
VP of Operations
Entity Co-Founder
PE Principal or Partner
Is Technology Making Accounting Irrelevant?
On the contrary! Technological advancements have eliminated mundane tasks and brought strategic, advisory, data analysis, and client-facing work to the forefront. And that makes those who master the language of business critical to an organization.
Reason #3: Flexible Degree Options
Find your fit. Texas McCombs offers two accounting degree options: an undergrad degree in accounting (BBA) and a one-year Master in Professional Accounting (MPA) degree with options for McCombs, non-McCombs, and non-UT students from any major. Set a strong accounting foundation with a BBA. Specialize further with an MPA.
Reason #4: Set Yourself Apart
Professional designations further professional development and enhance career potential. Although certification requirements vary, an accounting degree (especially an MPA) gives you a solid head start in preparing for the CPA, CFA, CFE, CIA and CMA exams and the resulting professional designation.
The Value of an Accounting Degree
My accounting degree has helped me in many ways. I could present a strong business skillset to apply to the sports industry. The framework and way of thinking that I learned in the program helped me put the different pieces of the puzzle together to ultimately see the bigger picture.
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