Accounting Major

The backbone of any business.

Accounting is where business strategy meets precision. It's driven by analytics and data interpretation. With a major in accounting, you can join a major corporation, advise clients as a consultant or take an entrepreneurial approach and open your own firm.

Why study accounting at the College of Charleston? 

Our faculty have deep connections with businesses throughout the Southeast, so you’ll benefit from strong internship and job opportunities. You’ll learn from experts in everything from financial reporting to regulatory capture to business law. Your course of study can prepare you for professional certifications like a certified public accountant (CPA), certified management accountant (CMA), certified fraud examiner (CFA), and more.

The Department of Accounting offers a five-year, accelerated program that allows you to complete your Master of Science in Accountancy in just one year.

What will I learn? 

You'll master financial analysis, budgeting and tax regulations. You will learn how to interpret complex data and make strategic business decisions that drive success. You'll graduate ready for a career in financial accounting, managerial accounting, taxation and auditing.

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Program Highlights

Collaborate with your peers and benefit from strong experiential learning and industry connections throughout the region.
  • Hands-on Learning

    Join Beta Alpha Psi, an international honor society for high-achieving accounting students. Foster professional relationships, expand your network, become a strong leader, and serve your community. 

    Internship Opportunities

    All accounting professors have worked or are currently working in the field, so don't be surprised when they connect you to an internship opportunity that leads to job offers. Our students find opportunities at firms such as Elliot Davis, KPMG and FORVIS.

  • Location

    Faculty members maintain close relationships with accounting firms throughout the Southeast, meaning you experience active recruitment for internships and jobs on day one.

  • Faculty Expertise

    Our faculty members are experts in various areas of accounting, including:

    • financial reporting.
    • regulatory capture.
    • accounting theory.
    • international business law.
    • not-for-profit accounting.
    • the evolution of accounting and economic thought. 

Careers & Outcomes

Accounting is versatile and necessary to every field and industry. Studying accounting can prepare you for certification as a certified public accountant (CPA), certified management accountant (CMA), certified fraud examiner (CFE), and certified internal auditor (CIA). Common job titles include auditor, tax accountant, director of finance, and chief financial officer.

 

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Numbers and Data

With a love of exploration, languages and leadership, Emily Wiesler '21, hopes to use her accounting skills to travel the world. She was recruited to join KPMG, a global accounting firm, before graduation. Her dreams seem like a real possibility!

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