Professional Studies in Accounting
Program Overview
Doane's Professional Studies in Accounting degree provides a solid foundation in accounting and financial practices. It is designed to fulfill state educational requirements to take the CPA exam, including 132 undergraduate credits and 18 graduate credits. You can apply graduate credits earned in the program to a Master of Arts in Management degree from Doane College. This assures you will lose no time or money when continuing your educational pursuits.
Industry Facts
Most accounting related jobs require at least a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related field. Overall job opportunities should be favorable, although jobseekers who obtain professional recognition through certification or licensure, proficiency in accounting and auditing computer software, or specialized expertise will have an advantage. An increase in the number of businesses, changing financial laws and regulations, and increase scrutiny of company finances will drive growth of accountants and auditors.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Occupation Outlook Handbook 04-05
Required Courses for the Major
ACC 103 Financial Accounting
ACC 104 Managerial Accounting
ACC 231 Intermediate Accounting I
ACC 232 Intermediate Accounting II
ACC 315 Tax Accounting I
ACC 331 Advanced Accounting I
ACC 332 Advanced Accounting II
ACC 335 Managerial Cost Accounting
ACC 427 Auditing
ACC 496 Senior Seminar in Accounting
BUS 215 Applied Statistics for Business
BUS 226 Finance
BUS 242 Management
BUS 251 Marketing
BUS 305 Business Writing
BUS 341 Business Law I
BUS 497 Business and Professional Ethics
ECO 203 Macroeconomics and Literacy
ECO 204 Principals of Microeconomics
IDS 206 Introduction to Research
MTH 115 Finite Mathematics or MTH 235 Calculus
A Student Perspective
"I came to Doane because of the convenience of evening courses so that I can complete my accounting degree and find a better paying job."
Michael Yeates
Professional Studies in Accounting
Career Fields
The work that accountants and auditors do helps ensure that the nation's firms are running efficiently, public records are kept accurately, and taxes paid properly and on time. Specific job duties vary widely and may include the following job titles:
- Certified Public Accountant
- Budget Analysts
- Cost Estimators
- Financial Analysts
- Personal Financial Advisors
- Tax examiners, Collectors, and Revenue Agents
- Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
- Management Analysts
- Internal Auditors
- Management, Government, or Public Accountants
About the Lincoln Campus
At Doane College, you will join an institution where exceptional faculty, staff, students and alumni challenge themselves to achieve success and provide the best education for all students. The Doane College Lincoln campus is geared toward working adults, focusing on applied learning and practical experience that you can utilize in your work setting.
Contact Us
If you are up for the challenge and would like to learn more about the Doane College Lincoln campus, contact us for more information.
Web: www.doane.edu/
Phone: (402) 466-4774
E-mail: doanelincoln@doane.edu
Mail: 303 N. 52nd St., Lincoln, NE 68504