Accounting Degrees Offer Flexibility and Career Choices
By Karen Lawson
karen.lawson@careerschooldirectory.com
Career School Directory Columnist
A degree in accounting can help you achieve your career goals in a variety of ways. Generally, entry-level accounting jobs require a four-year degree, but, in some cases, it's possible to combine experience and career training. The Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that job opportunities in accounting are increasing.
Accounting Scandals and Changing Laws Add to Demand
High-profile accounting scandals like Enron and WorldCom have led to change in the laws and regulations that govern accounting, auditing, and financial reporting practices. Career training in accounting can help you qualify for a variety of jobs, but candidates with experience using accounting and auditing software are in particularly high demand. In addition to reviewing and preparing financial statements, accountants provide numerous client services, including:
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Financial, investment and retirement planning
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IT consulting (helping companies choose and use accounting software)
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Project management
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Legal consulting (providing services as expert witnesses)
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Taxation (preparation, auditing, advice on tax issues and planning)
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International finance and accounting practices
If you enjoy working with numbers, are detail oriented, and want a variety of professional opportunities, an
online accounting degree can help you develop your knowledge and skills.
Program Choices Offered by Accounting Schools
Accounting schools frequently provide degree programs that combine classroom and online learning, or you can earn your accounting degree entirely online. It's a good idea to contact several schools that offer online accounting degrees to find one that matches your goals and interests. Students of accredited accounting schools may qualify for federal financial aid funding, and your employer may offer a tuition reimbursement program. Career training in accounting can open doors to jobs in many areas of accounting, auditing, and finance.
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About the Author
Karen Lawson is a freelance writer whose interests include topics in postsecondary education and the arts. She holds BA and MA degrees in English from the University of Nevada, Reno.
Posted on March 30, 2007 at 9:27 AM
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