Accounting Degree at Aquinas College
Discover accounting at Aquinas
The mission of the Accounting Department at Aquinas College is to provide excellence in accounting education, preparing technically competent, broadly educated, effective communicators and ethical decision-makers who will contribute productively to the accounting profession, organizations, and the community.
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Career Preparation based on leadership
The mission of the Accounting Department at Aquinas College is to provide excellence in accounting education, preparing technically competent, broadly educated, effective communicators and ethical decision makers who will contribute productively to the accounting profession, organizations, and the community.
- Students will demonstrate skill in expanding their understanding of the evolving global accounting profession.
- Students will be able to understand, apply, and analyze core accounting principles and concepts in for-profit and not-for-profit organizations in the areas of financial accounting, managerial accounting, auditing, tax, and accounting information systems.
- Students will be able to identify and analyze problems, use research tools to determine alternatives, and effectively communicate recommended solutions using appropriate technology.
- Students will demonstrate skill in applying a broad range of business knowledge to solving organizational problems.
- Students will be able to clearly articulate their personal ethical decision-making processes with respect to accounting and effectively apply professional ethical standards to business situations.
Internships
Students have the chance to meet and interview with potential employers, including financial services firms, local and regional accounting firms, and the “Big 4.”
Debits vs. Credits Game
Current students and accounting professionals team up in a high-tech game that tests their accounting knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to have fun in the midst of it all!”
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program
IRS-certified Aquinas students provide free basic income tax return preparation to individuals who qualify.
Student Clubs
Sigma Beta Delta encourages and promotes aspirations toward personal and professional improvement and a life distinguished by honorable service to humankind.
IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES
For-profit, nonprofit, and governmental organizations all need accountants in order to function properly. In addition, public accounting firms offering services in tax, assurance, and consulting have a strong demand for qualified staff. Entry-level positions in the field of accounting generally provide excellent opportunities for advancement.
The Aquinas College Accounting Department and Career Services work together to curate the Accounting Majors Network. Through this site, students access information about employment opportunities ranging from corporate finance internships to full-time auditing positions with public accounting firms.
To make an appointment with Career Services to learn more see AQ Advantage Center.
| Quick Facts: Accountants and Auditors | |
|---|---|
| 2023 Median Pay | $79,880 per year $38.41 per hour |
| Typical Entry-Level Education | Bachelor's degree |
| Work Experience in a Related Occupation | None |
| On-the-job Training | None |
| Number of Jobs, 2023 | 1,562,000 |
| Job Outlook, 2023-33 | 6% (Faster than average) |
| Employment Change, 2023-33 | 91,400 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics
Alumni Profiles
Aquinas grads are thankful for the small class sizes that allow them to form personal relationships with professors.
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