B.S. in Accounting: Career Outlook
The Lucrative Job Market for Financial Professionals
- Employment of business and financial occupations is projected to increase 5% by 2029.1
- The median annual wage for business and financial occupations is $69,820/year.
The world of finance offers multiple high-paying roles that typically require a bachelor’s degree for entry. Earning your accounting degree opens up a number of high-paying, in-demand opportunities. You’ll learn the strategic approach and industry knowledge needed to thrive in this rewarding career path.
Accountant or Auditor
$71,550/year
Develop and analyze financial records. In either of these roles, you’ll ensure that records are accurate and taxes are paid on time to help the organization run efficiently.2
Financial Analyst
$81,590/year
Assess the performance of investments while monitoring economic and business trends. In this role, you’ll guide businesses and individuals on investment opportunities.3
Other positions you could qualify for with your bachelor’s in accounting:
- Auditor
- Budget analyst
- Cost estimator
- Financial examiner
- Financial manager
- Insurance underwriter
- Personal financial advisor
- Revenue agent
- Tax examiner and collector
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Program Outcomes: Develop a Strong Foundation in Accounting
In the online bachelor’s in accounting degree program, you’ll:
- Exhibit knowledge of the principles of various forms of accounting.
- Understand the laws and regulations that impact accounting, auditing, and taxes.
- Demonstrate critical thinking and strategic problem-solving skills.
Support Beyond Your Graduation Date
In addition to the high-quality education you’ll receive at CSP, you’ll benefit from a wide range of support during your time as a student that will extend throughout your professional journey as an alumnus. That’s part of how 95% of CSP graduates receive job offers within one year of graduation.
Job & Internship Board
Handshake is CSP’s job and internship board and it offers more than 20,000 opportunities to students and alumni. You’ll have an online login to easily stay on top of ways to enhance your career.
Personalized Career Development
Need help with resumes and cover letters, networking, social media, and job searching? From mock interviews to 1:1 phone appointments with a career advisor, you’ll receive the expert assistance you need to achieve your goals.
Job Fairs
More than 600 students and alumni attended various job fairs throughout the year. Get in front of top employers that are eager to connect with CSP’s current and former students.
Even More Forms of Support
The Office of Career Development staff is dedicated to supporting students and alumni on their path to find meaningful work. Including expert services from the office to partnerships with faculty and more, you’ll have several ways to get help and boost your career.