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Accountants have the critical task of providing a comprehensive picture of a company’s financial health so that business owners can make informed decisions that directly impact their company’s bottom line. That is why the field of accounting is a breeding ground for business leaders. In fact, John D. Rockefeller, widely considered the wealthiest American of all time and the richest person in modern history, starting working at age 16 as an accountant. Today, more than half of Fortune 100 CEOs have a degree in business, economics, or accounting.
As an accounting major at the University of New Haven, you’ll participate in a well-rounded education that goes beyond the numbers. You’ll learn how to impart technologically-driven insight and even solve white-collar crimes.
The B.S. in Accounting program is also available online (degree completion).
The information below is designed to show the many possible careers you could pursue with your major. The research is provided by Encoura, the leading research and advisory firm focused exclusively on higher education. It includes median national salaries and industry growth projections over the next decade. Click here to view the full report.
Financial Managers
12% Growth 2021-2030
Financial and Investment Analysts
6% Growth 2021-2030
Financial Examiners
13% Growth 2021-2030
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A general examination of the role and function of the independent auditor in the performance of the attest function. Emphasis will be placed on current auditing pronouncements, the audit report, statistical sampling, evaluation of internal control, and the determination of the scope of an audit. Rules and standards of compilation and review reports are presented.
This course examines the basis and underlying framework of international accounting and taxation and applies those standards and theories to practice. Discussion will center upon the elements of global accounting from a financial, managerial, tax, and audit perspective. Highlights include the development and convergence of international accounting standards, taxation of transnational transactions, and quantifying and reporting financial risks such as foreign exchange and hedging transactions. The course also addresses a range of matters including transfer pricing, tax treaties, and tax incentives as well as other strategic accounting issues related to multinational corporations.
An overview examination of investigative auditing techniques, criminology, and courtroom procedures for the forensic accountant. The course covers both litigation support and investigative accounting, examining the practical aspects of these two areas, as well as many of the new technological areas. The course also examines corporate compliance programs to comply with Sarbanes-Oxley and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
The University of New Haven offers a wide variety of in-depth courses that create a transformational educational experience for our students. To view the complete list of courses you'll take while pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, check out the Academic Catalog:
Double Major - Accounting and Finance & Financial Analytics, B.S.
Our faculty are leaders and innovators in their fields, bringing both deep professional experience and academic rigor to the classroom.
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All University of New Haven students have access to the many resources available through the University’s Career Development Center, which has been named one of the best in the nation by The Princeton Review.
From career assessments, networking, and job shadowing to on-campus interviews and salary negotiation, the Career Development Center provides the skills and connections to identify a meaningful career and an opportunity to pursue your passion.
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Mehmet Balcilar, Ph.D., is one of several University of New Haven faculty members included in the Stanford University/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist Rankings, earning a prestigious spot for both his lifetime achievements and single-year impact.
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As part of the University's profile, students described the Charger community as "caring and considerate" and said among its signature majors are many "amazing programs you cannot get anywhere else."
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Three accounting majors took part in the Marcum Summer Leadership Program, learning more about the field of accounting and networking with local professionals and leaders in the field.
AACSB accreditation means that our Pompea College of Business has passed a rigorous set of standards. The faculty, students, programs and research have been closely examined and judged to be of exceptionally high standards.
Learn MoreWhether you're still in high school or are transferring from another college, we offer full- and part-time opportunities for undergraduates from inside the U.S. and abroad. The admission process can begin as early as the end of your high school junior year.
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We offer a comprehensive financial aid program, with students receiving assistance in the form of grants, scholarships, student loans, and part-time employment. Funds are available from federal and state governments, private sponsors, and from university resources. More than 85 percent of the University's full-time undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance.
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The University of New Haven offers a B.S. Accounting, M.S. Accounting and M.S. Taxation each designed to help students prepare to sit for the Certified Public Accounting (CPA) exam. Please note that students cannot earn CPA certification simply by earning a college degree. According to the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) website, students will first need to determine where they intend to sit for the CPA exam, since the education requirements to sit for the CPA exam are different for every state. Most states require 150 total semester hours to sit for the CPA exam. Some state licensing board regulations include narrow educational requirements such as specific semester hours in accounting and business courses, and there are additional considerations such as experience, age and residency that must be considered.
The University of New Haven’s 121 credit hour B.S. in Accounting program does not meet the educational requirements for CPA licensure in:
While the BS Accounting program consists of 121 credits, the additional required coursework may be completed at the University through our graduate accounting program.
The University of New Haven strongly encourages that you review the requirements and criteria for the state in which you intend to sit for the CPA exam in consultation with your academic advisor.
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