If you choose to major in Accounting, you'll learn how to keep financial records of business transactions and how to prepare statements concerning assets, liabilities, and operating results. It's a fairly technical and very detail-oriented field that involves economics, the interpretation of financial data, and management skills. It's also a rapidly growing profession.
While it's possible to be a general accountant, specialization is not uncommon in this field. Many accountants specialize in auditing, taxes, or consulting. There are also several professional designations within the field of accounting, such as:
- CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
- CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
- CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
Accreditation
Programs in Accounting, and Business Administration at Doane are nationally accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). This certifies that these programs maintain high quality and academic rigor.