Overview

Accounting is called "the first language" of business for good reason: the fate of many products and marketing campaigns hinges on the financial officer's final analysis. For this reason, successful accounting professionals often assume leadership roles within their companies. Whether you are interested in working within an existing organization or in starting your own business, understanding financial matters is vital to your success.

The Accounting Option provides students with opportunities in a variety of fields, including internal audit, external audit, tax preparation and planning, and consulting. Demand for accountants has been consistently strong. The goal of the accounting option is to prepare students for a career in accounting and the qualifications to obtain certifications, such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). The accounting option also prepares students to enter the Master of Science in Accounting program offered by the Peter T. Paul College. Obtaining a Masters degree is a necessary requirement for taking the CPA exam in most states, including Massachusetts and Maine.

Contact: John Hasseldine Associate Professor of Accounting Paul College Room 270B 603.862.3342 John [dot] Hasseldine [at] unh [dot] edu