
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting







About Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Program Description
A thorough knowledge of accounting is necessary to understand the operation and financial condition of any business, non-profit organization, or governmental agency. Western's accounting students take a broad array of accounting courses, including courses from the economics and business Administration programs, to prepare them for accounting careers or post-graduate studies. Graduates leave the program equipped to take examinations to become certified public accountants (CPA) or certified management accountants (CMA).Western's Accounting major provides students with many opportunities to get involved outside the classroom. Students have the opportunity to be connected with relevant internships and jobs, and have access to a variety of scholarships through the College of Business and Economics.
The accounting graduate can expect to find employment in a number of areas including private business, public accounting, non-profit organizations, or governmental units. Typical work may include areas such as cost analysis, auditing, accounting systems, taxation, or cash management.
The Accounting program at Western offers a fast track for a MPAcc (Master of Professional Accounting).
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