Accounting B.S.

Our Accounting degree will prepare you for careers in public, governmental, or financial accounting.

79

credits required for major

Program Details

Learning Outcomes

  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of intermediate-level financial accounting and reporting concepts.
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of intermediate-level cost/managerial accounting concepts.
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of individual and entity taxation.
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of auditing.
  • Students will exhibit an understanding of ethical conduct in a global and diverse professional environment.

Where This Degree Can Take You

Studying Accounting prepares students to enter the accounting field through a variety of doors- public accounting firms, government agencies, and private organizations. Studying Accounting at Western Oregon University also prepares students with the coursework they need to fulfill requirements for the CPA exam. Accounting coursework at WOU is challenging and faculty members are dedicated to the success of their students. The coursework helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as well as professional oral and written communication skills.

Potential Careers

  • Financial Analyst/Manager
  • Business Systems Analysts
  • Tax Accountant
  • Auditor
  • Controller/Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Certified/Chartered Titles:
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    • Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA)
    • Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
    • Certified Financial Planners (CFP)

Potential Employers

  • CPA Firms (large and small)
  • Private Industry- Corporations and Small Businesses (i.e., Columbia Sportswear, Amazon, Lithia Motors, FLIR Systems, Danner)
  • Government Agencies (i.e., IRS, FBI, FDIC, State of Oregon)
  • Nonprofit Organizations (i.e., United Way, American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, Oregon Wild)

Consider This Degree If You…

Enjoy Working with Numbers

Would you enjoy playing a central (and well-paid) role in important organizational processes? You should consider studying accounting!

Want to Understand the Backbone of Business

Studying accounting develops professionals who can think critically and analytically and who understand the “backbone” of business- the systematic recording, analyzing, and interpreting of vital financial information.

Contact Us

business@wou.edu

503-838-8421

West House 113

Regular office hours are Monday-Friday, 8a.m.-12p.m. and 1p.m.-5p.m.

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