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Accountancy

Concentrations

Accounting and business law are both crucial aspects of any business organization, and they play significant roles in ensuring the smooth functioning and long-term success of businesses. Accountants are experts at capturing, analyzing, and reporting reliable financial information for businesses to make strategic decisions.

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>95%

Placement of MSA Students at Graduation

$73,000

Annual Median Salary of Accountants in North Carolina

135,000

Annual Accounting Jobs Projected from 2020 to 2023

Accounting Program Overview

Why Choose Accounting?

Organizational leaders rely on accounting professionals to:

  • Objectively measure profits and performance
  • Manage cash flow and safeguard assets
  • Develop strategies to minimize the impact of taxes
  • Design systems to ensure data integrity
  • Prevent and detect fraud
  • Analyze costs and develop competitive strategies
  • Attest to the reliability of financial information

Graduates of UNCW’s Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program (accountancy concentration) and Master of Science degree program in Accountancy pursue careers in the “Big Four” accounting firms, national and regional consulting and CPA firms, industry, banking, and not-for-profit organizations.  Graduates of both programs meet the educational requirements to sit for the CPA exam in North Carolina and qualify for other professional certifications.

Career Paths for this Degree Include:

Personal financial advisors consult with clients about money-related matters, such as investments, mortgage payments, retirement and estate planning, and college savings. 
Students may choose from different subfields of accounting. CPAs specialize in tax and financial documents with legal disclosure requirements. Other roles include management accountants, who primarily work in corporate settings, and government accountants, who audit individuals and organizations based on state and federal regulations.
Internal auditors examine their organization's financial records for errors and discrepancies, and ensure compliance with different laws and regulations.
Budget analysts compile and submit reports that reflect their organization's financial needs and spending practices. They may also have a hand in analyzing budget proposals for accuracy and compliance. 

Courses

  • ACG 301 - External Financial Reporting I
  • ACG 302 - External Financial Reporting II
  • ACG 305 - Advanced Managerial Accounting
  • ACG 306 - Accounting Information Systems
  • ACG 404 - Federal Income Taxes
  • ACG 406 - Auditing Concepts

  • ACG 445 - Current Topics in Accountancy OR
  • ACG 450 - Introduction to Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination
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