Learning outcomes and career paths for Accounting majors at ODU

Graduates of the Accounting program will be prepared for the demands of the accounting profession, including public accounting and auditing, managerial and cost accounting, taxation, governmental and not-for-profit accounting.

With the knowledge students gain from their accounting studies, ODU graduates will be able to:

Apply Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) relating to financial statement preparation and disclosure.
Analyze financial statements using cost accounting methods and decision-making strategies.
Understand the business, legal and regulatory environment.
Research appropriate standards, pronouncements, laws and other authority related to all accounting fields.
Recommend ethical courses of action related to business decisions and issues.

Career opportunities with a degree in accounting include:

Public Accounting

Staff Accountant
Tax Accountant
Management Advisory Services

Corporate Accounting

Internal Auditor
Management Accountant
Comptroller/Controller

Government Accounting

IRS Agent
State Auditor
Bank Examiner
Municipal/Government Accountant

Nonprofit Accounting

University Accountant
Charitable Organization Accountant
Hospital Accountant

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